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Mounting the Mast
Mounting The Mast On Solid Wood Or Lap Siding
Materials Needed
2 5/16 x 3" lag screws
8 5/16 x 2" lag screws
Tools Needed
•Electric drill with a 3/16" wood bit
•Carpenter's level
•1/2" wrench
•3/8" wrench
•7/16" wrench
•Pencil
10 5/16" washers
Important Considerations:
•Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish where someone might use it as a handrail.
•Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish on any type of aluminum or vinyl siding.
•Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish on any type of composite paneling, such as fiber board, particle board, or strand board.
•Do NOT mount the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish under an eave or overhang that may block or partially shadow the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
•Make sure the wooden surface is structurally sound and can support the weight of the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish.
DANGER
AVOID Power Lines!
When following these instructions, take extreme care to avoid contact with overhead power lines, electric lights, and power circuits. Contact with power lines, electric lights, or power circuits may be fatal. It is recommended that the DIRECTV PLUS™ dish be located more than 20 feet from overhead power lines.
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