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TracVision
M7 Elevation Motor/Belt
®
Replacement Instructions
The following instructions explain how to replace the elevation
motor/belt in a TracVision M7.
Tools Required
• #1 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Cutting pliers
For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired
components before performing this procedure.
Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the six screws securing the
radome. Then remove the radome and set it aside in a safe place.
Figure 1 Radome Removal
#10-32 Screw (x6)
54-0481 Rev. B
Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions
CAUTION
Radome
Baseplate
TracVision M7
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- Page 1 Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions TracVision M7 Elevation Motor/Belt ® Replacement Instructions The following instructions explain how to replace the elevation motor/belt in a TracVision M7. Tools Required • #1 Phillips screwdriver • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Cutting pliers CAUTION For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired components before performing this procedure.
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Page 2: Component Locations
TracVision M7 Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions Component Locations The elevation motor is mounted to the inside of the antenna frame. Screws and washers hold the motor in position to maintain proper belt tension. To Replace: Refer to: Elevation Motor Belt... - Page 3 TracVision M7 Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions Replacing the Elevation Motor Belt a. Loosen the motor’s four Phillips screw until the motor is free to move upward. Then raise the motor to the top of the screw slots and retighten the screws to hold it in place.
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Page 4: Replacing The Elevation Motor
TracVision M7 Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions Replacing the Elevation Motor IMPORTANT! Be sure to trim the excess portion of any tie-wraps you install and collect all tie-wrap trimmings from the antenna to avoid damage when the unit rotates. a. Using cutting pliers, cut and remove the top tie-wrap... - Page 5 TracVision M7 Elevation Motor/Belt Replacement Instructions k. Reinstall the radome. Then reconnect power to the TracVision system. The procedure is complete! Be sure to return the old motor to KVH. NOTE: Before returning the motor, be sure to obtain an RMA number from KVH Technical Support and write the number clearly on the outside of the box.
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