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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION X740 40 Meter ADD-ON KIT FOR X7 COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAS 951473 (5/98)
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1-Verification of Parts Verify all parts are present by using the X740 Master Parts List. Check off each part when it is counted. There are extra parts intentionally shipped with this antenna. Place common hardware in temporary containers for ease of assembly. Note all hardware is Stainless Steel.
X740 2 - Element Assembly Part # Description Dimensions 010011 SS Nut #8-32 Figure A and B show the steps required for element assembly. Identify the parts required using the Element Subassembly Parts List. Slide EA 290326 Warning sections over fiberglass insulator (567) until #8 screw holes line up. Insert...
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X740 3 - Element to Boom Assembly Figure C, D and E show the steps for element mounting on the X7 Boom. Identify the parts required using the Element to Boom Subassembly Parts List. Attach the two 4" x 5 1/4" Extruded AL Brackets (509) to the X7BA boom section in the unused hole between X7 elements #2 and #3.
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X740 Figure F 1” (2.5 cm) Drip Loop Part # Description Dimensions X79FS 18 323718 V-Block 41 011941 SS Lock Washer 45 321045 Aluminum 3/8” Spacer (1.0 cm) 81 032881 Worm 2-3/4” Clamp (7 cm) 82 010082 SS Hex 1/4-20 x 1”...
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X740 5 - X-Hat Assembly Figure G shows the steps for assembly of the two X-Hats. Identify the parts required using the X-Hat Subassembly Parts List. Two XHR rods attach to each 40 meter coil (LCA). Use the hardware shown in Figure G. The rods may be mounted in any position relative to the element or boom.
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X740 6 - Element Truss Assembly Figures H, I, J and K show the steps for assembly of the element truss. The truss is not required for mechanical strength, it is provided so the 40 meter element will have the same form as the other X7 elements. The 40 meter element is mechanically designed for 90+ mph wind survival without the truss.
Cushcraft antenna is free of defects in material or workmanship. If, in the judgement of Cushcraft, any such antenna is defective, then Cushcraft will, at its option, repair or replace the antenna at its expense within thirty days of the date the antenna is returned (at purchaser's expense) to Cushcraft or one of its authorized representatives.
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