Warning; Overhead Power Line Safety; Installation; Site Selection - DX Engineering DXE-7580FS-VA-1 Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION OF ANY ANTENNA NEAR POWER LINES IS DANGEROUS

Warning:

Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. When installing the antenna, take
extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, because they may cause serious injury or
death.

Overhead Power Line Safety

Before you begin working, check carefully for overhead power lines in the area you will be
working. Don't assume that wires are telephone or cable lines: check with your electric utility for
advice. Although overhead power lines may appear to be insulated, often these coverings are
intended only to protect metal wires from weather conditions and may not protect you from electric
shock
Keep your distance! Remember the 10-foot rule: When carrying and using ladders and other long
tools, keep them at least 10 feet away from all overhead lines - including any lines from the power
pole to your home.

Installation

Site Selection

Select a mounting location clear from power lines and structures by a minimum of 78 feet (68 plus
10 for the 10 foot safety rule). Consider overhead power lines, utility cables and wires. The
vertical should mounted away from local noise sources or other metallic objects which can re-
radiate noise and affect the tuning, radiation pattern and SWR. Determine the direction you want the
antenna to tilt down and make sure there is adequate clearance. There should also be a clear
diameter of at least 70 feet from the antenna for the guying and radial systems that will extend away
from the antenna.

Radial System

Using an optional patented DXE-RADP-3 Radial Plate greatly simplifies mounting radial wires in a
vertical installation. The DXE-RADP-3 stainless steel Radial Plate contains enough stainless
hardware sets to attach 20 radials. Additional 20 set radial connection hardware kits DXE-RADP-
HW1K are available from DX Engineering.
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