Mounting The Iridium Edge; Screw Mount - Iridium EDGE User Manual

CAUTION Install the Iridium Edge safely and securely. Failure to do so could result
in dislodging of the Iridium Edge especially when operating in areas of high winds or
when mounted on moving vehicles, which could result in injury or damage.
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The Iridium Edge is not intended to be operated near a person. Always ensure that the Iridium
Edge is mounted more than 20 cm from persons for compliance with RF exposure limits.
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Select a flat, horizontal mounting location for optimal uniform satellite performance.
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Make sure that the mounting location provides a clear unobstructed 360 degrees' view of the sky
in all directions. Typically, this means selecting a mounting location that is on top of an asset.
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Do not install the Iridium Edge inside a building or under metal surfaces.
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Make certain that the mounting location will not heat up the Iridium Edge causing its temperature
to exceed the maximum operating temperature. If the surface can get hot, especially in the direct
sun, an insulating material should be used between the mounting surface and the Iridium Edge.
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Never mount the Iridium Edge close to any other communication equipment or antennas.
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Never install the Iridium Edge in a location where water can collect.
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Never install the Iridium Edge near an exhaust which can deposit fumes and carbon and which
can affect satellite operation.

5.6 Mounting the Iridium Edge

The Iridium Edge can be mounted in three methods, depending on the installation requirements: screw
mount, bottom mount and side/tape mount.
The red tape should be left on the Iridium Edge unless the Iridium Edge is double-side mounted with tape.
5.6.1

Screw Mount

The Iridium Edge has 4 mounting holes designed to accommodate M4 screws.
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Do not remove the red plastic over the double side tape. Removing the red tape, exposes the
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