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Step 3

Refer to Figure 23. Remove existing 7/8 by 2-1/4 in (57 mm) hardware from both eleva- tion pivot/joint assemblies at indicated positions and install grounding cables as shown.

Use supplied 7/8 by 2-3/4 in (70 mm) bolts and nuts

Note: Supplied 3/4 in hardware is installed after reflector to ground mount installation.

Figure 23

Securely tighten all remaining ground mount/jack assembly hardware per hardware ten- sioning procedure.

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 Meter Earth Station Antenna IntroductionCustomer Service Center Proprietary Data Information and Assistance TechnicalOverview Content How to Use This ManualOverview Getting StartedRecommended Tools Tool Size QuantityGetting Started Returning Equipment Step Installation Procedures Overview Foundation PreparationTensioning Step 1b A-325 Tensioning For bolts over four diametersTripod Ground Mount Assembly Azimuth Beam Step Step Support Legs Assembly Step Step 20008A Step Panning Frame Assembly Step X 3 LG mm 200031A Flatwashers Azimuth Pivot Assembly 301786 Azimuth Jack Screw Assembly Step Step Step Elevation Jackscrew Assembly Step Step Grounding Cable Attachment Step Step Installation Procedures Step Jack Tripod Assembly Step Reflector Assembly Step Step Step Step Subreflector Assembly Step Step Theodolite Assembly Installation Step Step Theodolite Leveling Step Step Theodolite Centering Step Theodolite Height Adjustment Reflector Panel Adjustment Step Installation Procedures Subreflector Adjustment Step Subreflector Offset Tilt Adjustment Step Offset Operating Angle Top Stud Nut AdjustmentInstallation Procedures Step Overview Acquiring a Satellite OperationStep Polarization at 45 degrees from Optimum Setting Maximizing Odd Transponders Subreflector Adjustment Overview General Cleaning Electrical Parts Preventive MaintenancePreventive 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 Appendix ‘A’ Appendix ‘B’