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Extend jackscrew to meet outrigger assembly. Loosely re-attach outrigger plate to pin assembly in azimuth jackscrew as shown in Figure 35. Note: Realignment of panning frame/pivot assembly may be necessary to ensure proper alignment of azimuth jackscrew pin. Snug panning frame/pivot assembly hardware and fully extend azimuth jackscrew to ensure binding does not occur throughout entire azimuth pivot range.

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Loosen both setscrews in upper and lower collars of pin assembly at end of azimuth jack. Do not retighten these collars. Apply supplied Loctite to pin threads and nuts. Attach 1-1/2 in (38 mm) hex nuts to top and bottom of azimuth jackscrew pin assembly and securely tighten mounting hardware using 6 foot (1.8 m) lever arm. Reattach rubber boot. Tighten an outrigger plate hardware.

The tripod ground mount assembly is now completed with the necessary operational essentials. All ground mount options have separate instructional bulletins located in the parts kit that contain the option.

The next step in the installation process is the reflector assembly. Proceed to the next page to begin installation of the reflector.

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Contents Meter ESA Table of Contents Introduction Meter Earth Station AntennaProprietary Data Information and Assistance Technical Customer Service CenterHow to Use This Manual Overview ContentGetting Started OverviewTool Size Quantity Recommended ToolsGetting Started Returning Equipment Step Overview Foundation Preparation Installation Procedures1b A-325 Tensioning For bolts over four diameters Tensioning StepTripod Ground Mount Assembly Azimuth Beam Assembly Step Support Legs Assembly Step Step Step Panning Frame Assembly Step Step Step Step Step Step Step Elevation Jackscrew Assembly Step Step Azimuth Jackscrew Assembly Step Mount Assembly Joint Assembly Pivot Assembly Step 221923/223180 221738 200088A Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Operation Overview Acquiring a SatelliteStep Polarization at 45 degrees from Optimum Setting Maximizing Odd Transponders Subreflector Adjustment Preventive Maintenance Overview General Cleaning Electrical PartsPreventive Maintenance Antenna Preventive Maintenance Drive System Voltage Current Checks Step Step Preventive Maintenance Jackscrews/Motors Gear Motor/Housing Fill Drain Requirements Lubrication Chart High-Speed Antenna Lubrication Points Medium-Speed Antenna Lubrication Points