Chapter 3 - Installation
Items Required
Wattcher RF Monitor Alarm
Thruline Line Section (ordered separately, p/n depends on transmission line type)
Elements (ordered separately, p/n depends on Wattcher model, power level and frequency ranges)
Coupling Kit (ordered separately, p/n depends on transmission line type)
2 DC Cables - Length as required
General
The Wattcher Unit model and serial numbers are located on the back panel. Before proceeding
with the installation record these numbers in the space provided on the last page of this manual.
The model and serials numbers will be required when obtaining information from the Factory or
Bird’s customer service department.
Line Section
A coupling kit is required for connecting the line section to the transmission line. The coupling
kit will be similar to one of the coupling kits shown below. Review the following and refer to
the diagram to install the line section.
1. Locate the line section so that element sockets are oriented for easy access.
2. Be sure center conductor anchor bullets have been positioned with insulators properly
seated in the counterbores.
3. For flanged connectors, tighten evenly around flange to obtain a firm uniform contact.
4. For unflanged connectors, bullets should firmly seated in the center conductor. The ends
of the line section should be butted snugly against the ends of the transmission line.
5. Position clamp bands approximately 3/4" from ends of sleeve and tighten securely.
6. The coaxial line should be continuous with no bends or offsets in its axial line.
Figure 5
Coupling Connections
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