To ensure peak performance of the antenna system and to maintain validity of the warranty, the user should perform a
periodic inspection every 6 months or following any severe weather event, As a minimum the following items should be
inspected.
1.
Installation Mount
Check for loose hardware - tighten if necessary.
Check integrity of anchor bolts or hardware securing mount to the building or foundations
Check ballast of Non-Penetrating Roof Mounts - cracked or broken blocks must be replaced.
Check hardware and structural members for signs of corrosion - repair or replace as needed
2.
Antenna Back Structure or Az/El Mount
Check for loose hardware - tighten if necessary.
Check for signs of structural damage such as bending or cracking
Check hardware and stuctural members for signs of corrosion - repair or replace as needed
3.
Reflector
Check intergrity of bolts securing reflector to back structure or az/el mount. Tighten any loose hardware.
Check for signs of damage such as cracking. Inspect reflector face for impact damage.
Check hardware for signs of corrosion - repair or replace as needed.
4.
Feed Support Structure
Check for loose hardware - tighten if necessary.
Check for signs of structural damage such as bending.Check hardware and stuctural members for signs of corrosion -
repair or replace as needed
5.
Feed & RF Components
Check for loose hardware - tighten if necessary.
Check hardware for signs of corrosion - repair or replace as needed.
Check feed lens or window for damage or signs of leaking.
Check waveguide connections between feed and RF electronics
6. Electrical
Check for loose cables and connectors - tighten if necessary
Check for tight grounding connections
Check cables for weathering or cracks
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PERIODIC INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
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