Andrew 3.7-Meter Earth Station Antenna User Manual
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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