Mounting the Mast on a Roof
Mounting the Mast on a Roof
IMPORTANT
Use the roof mount only as a last resort. You can easily damage the roof by walking on it or cause leaks by not properly sealing the mounting holes. Problems with roof installations increase with the age of the roof and the type of roofing materials.
2 5/16 x 3" lag screws
45/16 x 2" lag screws
4 5/16" washers
Tools Needed
•Electric drill with a 3/16" wood bit
•Bubble level
•1/2" wrench
•3/8" wrench
•7/16" wrench
•Ladder
•Pencil
Important Considerations:
•Do not mount the dish on slate or shake shingles.
•Do not mount the dish on an overhang.
•On a flat roof, do not mount the dish in a place where water collects.
Step-by-step Instructions for Mounting the Mast on a Roof
1. Locate the center of a rafter where you want to place the mounting foot.
rafters
facing board
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Step 1: Locate where you want the mounting foot to be placed.
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 dish be located more than 20 feet from overhead power lines.
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