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Grounding the Antenna and Cables
This section contains instructions
for grounding
the antenna and
cables to prevent possible damage
from electrical charges and nearby
lightning
strikes. Refer to the National
Electrical Code m the
Appendix
for more specific information
on grounding
requirements.
There are two procedures
you need to complete:
Grounding the Antenna
Grounding the Cables
Tools and materials needed to ground the antenna and cables:
Grounding
rod (8 ft.)
*Grounding strap
*Grounding wire (30 ft.)
Ladder
Phillips screwdriver
Sledgehammer
*Included in the Installation Kit.
Grounding the Antenna
Ground the antenna to protect it from possible
damage from
unwanted
electrical charges.
From Base
Plate
Grounding Wire
Grounding
Grounding Rod
1
Install a grounding
rod as close to the mast or pole as possible.
The rod should be 8 feet long and driven 8 feet into the ground.
Any deviation from these specifications
should conform to the
National Electrical Code and local code requirements.
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