Installation Procedures; Overview; Foundation Preparation - Andrew 4.9-Meter ESA Operating And Maintenance

Installation Procedures

Overview

Foundation
Preparation
This section provides installation procedures for the 4.9-Meter Andrew Earth Station
Antenna. The installation procedures include instructions on the following antenna com-
ponents:
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Reflector/Enclosure
•
Mount
Before beginning the installation process on the ground mount assembly, ensure that
the foundation has been prepared. Foundation specifications are provided by Andrew
and may be used as a reference by civil engineering personnel when preparing the
foundation for local soil conditions. These specifications are available before the ship-
ment arrives by contacting the Customer Service Center or your Account Manager.
•
Foundation should be dimensioned as detailed in Figures 1a and 1b.
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Sweep foundation clear of any dirt or debris.
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To ensure smooth surface for mount, scrape foundation pad.
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Studs should extend 6 in. above the surface and are 1.25 in. in diameter
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Apply stick wax to stud threads to ease later connections.
Figure 1a
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Reflector-to-Mount Assembly
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Subreflector
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Installation Procedures