AgGPS 252 Receiver User Guide 19
Installing the Receiver 3
3.2 Mounting the Receiver
CWARNING – For continued protection against the risk of fire, the power
source (lead) to the model AgGPS 252 receiver should be provided with a
10 A (maximum) fuse.
Secure the AgGPS 252 receiver directly to the mounting plate assembly
(P/N51312-00) and insert three bo lts through the holes that are in the
housing and in the mounting plate assembly. Torque the bolts to 75–
80inch pounds.
32.1 Choosing a location
When choosing a location, consider the following:
Mount the receiver:
•on a flat surface along the centerline of the vehicle
•in any convenient location that is within 5.5m eters (18 ft) of the
port on the external instrument; if necessary, use the optional
extension cable to connect the receiver and external device
Note – If you are using a Trimble AgGPS Autopilot system,
please refer to the installation instructions that are provided
with the Autopilot.
•at the highest point on the vehicle, with no metal surfaces
blocking the receiver’s view of the sky
•in such a way that it is not damaged when you drive the machine
into a shed or storage area
Do not mount the receiver:
•close to stays, electrical cables, metal masts, CB radio antennas,
cellular phone antennas, air-conditioning units (machine cab
blower fan), or machine accessory lights
•near transmitting antennas, radar arrays, or satellite
communication equipment
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