Enclosure

Assembly

Reflector-To- Mount Assembly

‰Add reflector-mounting ring

‰Mount front and back hub-mounting rings

‰Apply sealant to outside of reflector-mounting ring

‰Perform recommended string test

‰Remove rear and side covers from enclosure assembly

‰Attach enclosure to mounting ring

‰Apply sealant backing rod around enclosure/mounting ring mating surfaces

‰Apply RTV sealant

‰Route sling through upper holes of torsion box assembly

‰Route two rope tag lines through torsion box assembly to be used as guides

‰Place foam blocks on ground to avoid scraping reflector when lifted

‰Raise reflector

‰Bolt left bolt of enclosure bracket

‰Rotate reflector to align right bolt

‰Extend elevation strut or jackscrew, and attach to top of enclosure assembly

‰Tighten hardware using A-325 tensioning procedure

‰Carefully raise reflector to zenith position

‰Remove hoisting apparatus

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Getting Started

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Andrew 3.7-Meter Earth Station Antenna manual Enclosure Assembly Reflector-To- Mount Assembly