TracVision M9 Manual

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Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement

Instructions for TracVision

These instructions explain how to replace an elevation motor and/or elevation motor belt in a

TracVision M9 antenna.

Installation Steps

1. Remove the Radome, 2

2. Mark the Current Belt Tension, 2

3. Remove the Belt, 3

4. Remove and Replace the Elevation

Motor (if required), 3

Tools Required

This procedure requires the following tools:

• Phillips screwdrivers

• Tension meter (30 lb/13.06 Kg or

greater)

Technical Support

If you need technical assistance, please contact KVH Technical Support:

N. America, S. America, Australia:

Phone: +1 401 847-3327

E-mail: techs@kvh.com

KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc.

All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

5. Replace the Belt, 3

6. Set the Belt Tension, 4

• Needle-nose pliers

• Scribe or pencil

Europe, Middle East, Asia:

Phone: +45 45 160 180

E-mail: support@kvh.dk

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Page 1 E-mail: techs@kvh.com E-mail: support@kvh.dk KVH, TracVision, and the unique light-colored dome with contrasting baseplate are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective companies. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Page 2 For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired components before performing this procedure. Figure 2 Elevation Motor Assembly Location a. Disconnect power from the TracVision system and any connected receivers and/or multiswitch. b. Remove the eight Phillips screws securing the Elevation radome (see Figure 1).
Page 3 Step 3 - Remove the Belt Figure 4 Elevation Motor Assembly Follow the steps below to remove the belt. Pulley a. Loosen the four Phillips screws and washers securing the motor to the frame until the motor is free to move upward (see Figure 4). Rollers b.
Page 4 Use the tension meter to verify that the belt tension is set properly. c. Repeat Steps a. and b. as required. d. Reinstall the radome. Then reconnect power to the Tracvision system and any connected receivers and/or multiswitch. The procedure is complete!