Andrew ES73 manual Step Step, Installation Procedures, A

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Extend jackscrew to meet outrigger assembly. Loosely attach outrigger plate to pin assembly in azimuth jackscrew as shown in Figure 35A. 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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Figure 35A

Refer to Figures 35A/35B. 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. Tighten outrigger plate hardware.

Upper and

Lower Collars

Figure 35B

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.

29 Installation Procedures