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AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual
Rev. 02/2016
Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters)
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  • Page 1 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Rev. 02/2016 Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) Page...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS   Limited Twelve (12) Month Warranty………………………….…………………………………………….4 Important Safety Precautions……...………………….…………………....………………………5-7 1. Part I: Power Lines, Lightning and Grounding..............5 2. Part II: Guy Ropes and Fasteners..................6 3. Part III: Wind Conditions....................7 4.
  • Page 3 BUYER HAS READ THIS DISCLAIMER AND AGREES WITH ITS TERMS IN CONSIDERATION OF RE- CEIVING THE GOODS. REPORTING ERRORS AND RECOMMENDING IMPROVEMENTS If you find any mistakes or you can help improve this material, please contact BlueSky Mast via US Mail at: BlueSky Mast Inc...

  • Page 4: Limited Twelve (12) Month Warranty

    In no event shall BLUESKY MAST, INC. Be liable for any loss of profits, loss of use, interruption of business, or indirect, special or consequential damages of any kind.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Precautions

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 Safety Precautions Important Safety Precautions   Part I: Power Lines, Lightning and Grounding    LOOK UP AND LIVE! Before erecting the mast, check for overhead power lines. Never de-  ploy this mast where there is any possibility of direct or indirect contact with a power line. Keep the mast a distance equal to or greater than twice its height away from power lines.

  • Page 6: Part Ii: Guy Ropes And Fasteners

    www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 Safety Precautions Important Safety Precautions Part II: Guy Ropes and Fasteners   Inspect all guy ropes and fasteners for wear or damage before use. Serious injury or death  may occur if a guy rope failure causes a mast to fall. Mark guy ropes clearly to prevent personnel from tripping over them.

  • Page 7: Part Iii: Wind Conditions

    Important Safety Precautions   Part III: Wind Conditions   BlueSky Mast recommends that you do not to attempt to actively deploy in winds that exceed  15 mph.  During windy conditions it will be necessary to incrementally guy the mast as it is being de- ployed.

  • Page 8: Understanding Deployment Load And Guying

    The primary environmental load on a mast is wind load. The payload capacity on a BlueSky Mast is governed by the installer’s ability to safely elevate the payload to the desired height. As poles are inserted into the tripod and the mast begins to climb, the mast tip has a tendency to lean off-center and away from its position of greatest strength.

  • Page 9: Wind Effects & Guying

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 Payload Capacity - Wind Load - Anchor Radius Wind Effects When wind blows on a mast and its instruments, the guys restrict the top of the mast and its instru- ments from moving off center. The mast’s reaction to wind will put tension in the guy line and force the top of the mast downward in compression, the amount of which will vary depending on the an- chor distance as described below.

  • Page 10: Anchor Radius

    BlueSky Mast does not recommend configu- rations utilizing less than 80% guy radius, but if your site dictates that you must devi-...

  • Page 11: Primary And Secondary Guy Placement

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 Payload Capacity - Wind Load - Anchor Radius Primary and Secondary Guy Placement BlueSky utilizes a 4 guy configuration to help minimize the affect wind loading has on the mast. The primary guys are always deployed from the top of the mast and ex- tend out at a 90 degree angle from each other.

  • Page 12: Al1 Load Tables

    877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 13 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 14 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 15 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 16 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 17 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.
  • Page 18 877-411-6278 AL1 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable.

  • Page 19: Al2 Load Tables

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 20 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 21 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 22 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 23 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 24 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.
  • Page 25 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL2 Standard Series Mast - Load Tables All calculations are based on the assumption that the tripod has been secured to the ground and is immovable and that the guy stakes holding the guy ropes have been secured to the ground and are immovable. Different types of soil conditions can negatively impact wind and load calculations and should be considered before deploying the mast.

  • Page 26: Basic Component Overview

    877-411-6278 Standard Series - Basic Component Overview AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual BlueSky Mast Standard Series (2 to 6 Meters) Base Pole Wheeling Carry Bag 2 to 6 Center Mast Poles AL1/AL2 Standard Tripod Pole Bag Reference Pack...

  • Page 27: Step By Step Deployment Instructions

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) Deploying the AL1 or AL2 Standard Series Mast with Primary Guying Only (For Models 2 to 10 Meters Only) Page...
  • Page 28 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 1. Inspect the Site before Deployment A. Ensure that the following conditions are met prior to deployment: There are no overhead wires or power lines. II.
  • Page 29 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 4. Raise the Tripod A. Loosen the turn knob on each of the 3 tripod legs. Make sure the legs are fully extended and all 3 base plates are flat on the ground. B.
  • Page 30 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 6. Secure the Tripod A. Using the tripod stakes located in the black stake bag, drive a stake through each of the two holes on all three of the tripod base plates. B.
  • Page 31 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 8. Add the Mounting Pole A. Locate the 18 Inch Mounting Pole (it is 1/2 the length of a mast pole) and slide it over the silver insert of the first mast pole in the tripod.
  • Page 32 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 11. Locate the four Primary Guy Ropes and Guy Stakes A. Locate the four Primary Guy Ropes with Red Clips and four galvanized steel guy stakes 12.
  • Page 33 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 12. Attach the Primary Guy Ropes (continued) F. Attach the stainless steel clip on the free end of the 2 primary guy rope to the SQUARE HOLE opposite the round hole on the red primary guy ring.
  • Page 34 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 13. Raise the First Mast Pole A. Holding the first mast pole in the tripod, release the cam lock and raise the mast pole until only 4 inches is visible below the tripod.
  • Page 35 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 14. Raise the Rest of the Mast Poles A. Get another mast pole out of the pole bag insert the silver end into the bottom the mast pole already locked in the cam lock.
  • Page 36 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) WARNING: If you experience excessive leaning during the deployment due to heavier loads or high winds then be sure to use incremental guying as outlined in step 15. 15.
  • Page 37 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 16. Insert the Base Pole A. Get the base pole out of the pole bag and insert the silver end into the bottom mast pole already secured by the cam lock.
  • Page 38 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) 19. Level the Mast and Adjust the Base Pole A. Make sure that the tripod is level and that the base plate on the base pole is centered be- low the mast.
  • Page 39 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary Guying Only (2 - 10 Meters) Packing and Stowing the BlueSky Mast Place Tripod in the Wheeling Carry Bag A. Place tripod in the bag. B. Rotate top leg so that base plate is vertical.

  • Page 40: Deploying The Standard Mast With Primary & Secondary Guying (Models 2 To 15 Meters)

    www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) Deploying the Standard Series Mast with Primary and Secondary Guying (For Models 2 to 15 Meter) Page...
  • Page 41 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 1. Inspect the Site before Deployment A. Ensure that the following conditions are met prior to deployment: There are no overhead wires or power lines. There are no buried power lines or unexploded ordinance.
  • Page 42 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 4. Raise the Tripod A. Loosen the turn knob on each of the 3 tripod legs. Make sure the legs are fully extended and all 3 base plates are flat on the ground.
  • Page 43 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 6. Secure the Tripod A. Using the tripod stakes located in the black stake bag, drive a stake through each of the two holes on all three of the tripod base plates. B.
  • Page 44 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 8. Add the Mounting Pole A. Locate the mounting pole (it is 1/2 the length of a mast pole) and slide it over the silver insert of the first mast pole in the tripod.
  • Page 45 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 12. Locate the four Primary Guy Ropes and Guy Stakes A. Locate the four Primary Guy Ropes with Red Clips and four galvanized steel guy stakes 13.
  • Page 46 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 13. Attach the Primary Guy Ropes (continued) F. Attach the stainless steel clip on the free end of the 2 primary guy rope to the SQUARE HOLE opposite the round hole on the red primary guy ring.
  • Page 47 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 14. Raise the First Mast Pole A. Holding the first mast pole in the tripod, release the cam lock and raise until only 4 inches is visible below the tripod.
  • Page 48 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 15. Raise the Rest of the Mast Poles A. Get another mast pole out of the pole bag insert the silver end into the bottom the mast pole already locked in the cam lock.
  • Page 49 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 16. Secondary Guying - Securing the Secondary Guy Ring A. When you have reached 1/2 the total height of the mast, stop and lock the cam lock on the bottom of the tripod.
  • Page 50 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 18. Continue raising the mast (Incremental Guying may be required) A. Continue raising the mast until you have reach desired height and you are ready to insert the base pole.
  • Page 51 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 20. Insert the Base Pole A. Get the base pole out of the pole bag and insert the silver end into the bottom mast pole already secured by the cam lock.
  • Page 52 www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) 23. Level the Mast and Adjust the Base Pole A. Make sure that the tripod is level and that the base plate on the base pole is centered be- low the mast.
  • Page 53 877-411-6278 AL1 / AL2 Standard Series User Manual Primary and Secondary Guying (2 - 15 Meters) Packing and Stowing the BlueSky Mast Place Tripod in the Wheeling Carry Bag A. Place tripod in the bag. B. Rotate top leg so that base plate is vertical.

  • Page 54: Datasheets For Al1 And Al2 Standard Series 15M Mast

    877-411-6278 Datasheet - AL1 Standard Series - 15 Meter System Page...
  • Page 55 support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 Datasheet - AL2 Standard Series - 15 Meter System Page...

  • Page 56: Deploying The Surface Wire Grounding Kit

    www.BlueSkyMast.com 877-411-6278 Grounding Deployment Instructions Surface Wire Grounding Kit — BST2-K-L104-GND-000 Contents of Surface Wire Grounding Kit Grounding Bracket Stainless Steel Cable w/Stakes Grounding Bag BST2-P-B205-GND-000 BST2-P-C225-GND-000 BST2-B-P300-BAG-GND GROUNDING DEPLOYMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Locate grounding bracket and attach to the base pole of the mast. 2.

  • Page 57: Deploying The With The Lift Handles

    support@blueskymast.com 877-411-6278 Lift Handle Instructions INTERLOCKED MALE FEMALE LIFT HANDLE DEPLOYMENT INSTRUCTIONS A. Get another mast pole out of the pole bag insert the silver end into the bottom the mast pole already locked in the cam lock. Make sure that the castle cut on both poles nest firmly together and no silver is visible in the seams of the joint.
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