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Installation Tips

Anchoring to a poured concrete condenser pad

If there is adequate usable surface space around the condensing unit (at least 4-6 inches all the way around), anchoring to the pad is a simple procedure. Click here for a video demonstration of how to install Concrete Sleeve Anchors

Step 1:Mark Location with Cage in Place

With the cage removed, drill even on the mark.

Step 2: Remove Cage. Drill Hole to the depth that anchor is to be embedded. Leave a minimum of 1″ exposed. Blow out hole with an air source. (Important Step)

Place the Concrete Anchor using Epoxy glue.

Step 3: Use Epoxy and insert Anchor. Tap lightly with hammer until seated.

Step 4: Tighten standard nuts until snug. DO NOT over tighten.

Our optional tamper proof fasteners for the AC Cage

Step 5: (Optional) Replace one of the standard nuts with our optional tamper proof fasteners and tighten according to the directions. Again, if you over tighten the nuts, the bolts will begin to spin which will make the process difficult.
Printable Instruction: Concrete Installation

Please keep in mind that not all concrete pads are solid concrete. Condenser pads are also produced with foam underneath to help with weight and are less expensive. These are plenty durable for supporting your air conditioner, but are not as secure as a solid poured pad. You and your installer will ultimately have to be the judge on whether the installation in secure enough or whether you want to consider other options such as concrete the cage in the ground or replace the pad with another.

Anchoring into the Ground

Place the AC Cage over the AC Unit to check measurement

Step 1: Set cage over unit and mark out where holes are to be.

Step 2: Remove cage and set aside. Dig 4 holes where indicated with post hole diggers until approximately 16″-20″ deep. Tree roots may give you a challenge in some situations while digging, so be prepared with a small saw if there are trees next to the site.

Step 3: To make things easier, turn cage upside down to install 4 earth anchors. After fastened turn cage over with assistance and lower into the holes. Add or remove dirt if necessary until the cage is level. TIP: If adding a security fasterner, this is the time to install them.

Step 4: Mix Ready-Made Concrete with water and pour into holes making sure to get all around the anchor. At this point, you can add concrete up to the bottom of the cage feet leaving the fasteners exposed for access ability, or to fill the hole completely. Check again to ensure cage is level in both directions and adjust quickly if necessary before the cage completely sets.