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Testing the DXE-TB-3P Tilt Base
Test the tilt function to ensure proper clearances. Standing in front of the Tilt Base, lift the antenna
base section, slide it to the right, and let it down slightly until the lower outside bolt is resting in the
pivot point. Then slowly tilt as shown in the picture below. Make sure when you are tilting the
antenna to
lift, slide to the right
, and
then
tilt. Be careful to keep the pivot bolt resting in the pivot
point. Reverse the process when raising the antenna.
It is important to note that the lower, outside bolt becomes the pivot point while raising or lowering
the antenna. This pivot bolt
MUST
be retained in the pivot point. It seems natural to
push
the
antenna toward the Tilt Base while raising.
Push up
while raising, but not toward the base since this
could cause the pivot bolt to lift out of the slot and allow the mechanism to bind up and bend the
lower bolts. Keep the antenna parallel to the Tilt Base when raising or lowering to prevent the pivot
bolt from jamming.
The Tilt Base is not made to support the whole antenna by itself when tilted. When the antenna is
tilted over, ensure you have some sort of table, stand, or saw horse to set the antenna on to aid in
supporting the weight. When the antenna is in the upright position, ensure the mounting hardware
(flange nuts and Nyloc nuts) are tightened.
Note:
A pair of sawhorses or ladders should
be used to support the vertical
sections during assembly with the tilt-
base and whenever the vertical is
tilted down. Do not allow the Tilt
Base to support the entire weight of
the antenna when horizontal.