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Tools
Chapter 2 • Antenna parts and required tools
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Table 2 lists the tools required to assemble and install the
antenna.
Table 2: Tools and additional materials required to assemble and
Tool or material
Socket wrench, ½-inch
2 open-end wrenches,
½-inch
Torque wrench
Long-shaft hexagonal
Allen wrench, 7/64-inch
Torque wrench for
hexagonal socket
Bubble level
Compass
Pencil
Weather grade silicon
sealant
Weatherproofing tape
Approved RG6 cable
UV-rated cable ties
install the antenna
Details
For 5/16-inch bolts.
For 5/16-inch bolts. Two of the Az/El
canister nuts are not accessible with a
socket wrench and therefore require the
use of an open-end wrench. Some nuts
and bolts require a second wrench to
prevent turning.
With 5/16-inch sockets capable of torquing
to 8 ft-lb.
For Allen screws with a 7/64-inch
hexagonal socket. Driver shaft should be at
least 5 inches long.
Must fit a 7/64-inch hexagonal socket and
be capable of torquing to 15 in-lb.
Used to make sure that the mast is plumb.
Used in determining antenna azimuth.
Carpenter's pencil.
Used to keep moisture away from cable
connections.
Used to keep moisture away from cable
connections.
Used for IFL between satellite modem and
antenna.
Used to secure slack in cables to antenna
mast.
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