CHAPTER 11
Operation
Connect the end of your transmission line to a
good quality SWR meter or Thruline© watt-
meter and then to your radio. While using
lower power (less than 200 watts output),
check the VSWR across each band from 7.0 to
29.7 MHz (or 10.1 to 29.7 MHz). Record this
information for future reference. See
Attachment 1 on the last page of this manual.
Check the VSWR periodically to ensure
proper operation.
This completes your installation of the
Explorer 14 plus 7 (or plus 10). Happy
DX'ing.
Telex does not recommend the use of any type
of conductive paste within the element as-
semblies. Most pastes do not allow the proper
tightening of element assemblies and are
usually not true conductive pastes.
A light amount of clear lacquer or an acrylic
spray may be used to coat the exterior surface
of the element assemblies if heavy oxidation
is likely to occur. DO NOT use any coating
on trap assemblies. Heavy oxidation of
aluminum may occur if the antenna is
installed within 5 miles of salt Ivater.
Maintenance
The Explorer 14 antenna is designed to be
relatively maintenance free. All hardware,
except for seven (7) long bolts used in the
boom-tomast bracket, are made of passivated
stainless steel. The seven long bolts are plated
with a thick layer of cadmium with protective
coating of clear chromate. The internal tooth
type lockwashers used in this antenna are
made of a slightly magnetic grade of stainless
steel. The element tubing clamps are made of
stainless steel. All other metallic parts are
aluminum. All insulators are made of either
black polyethylene or black Cycolac©.
When storing this antenna (or if awaiting
installation), care should be taken not to
damage any trap assembly or allow any dirt or
insects to enter any trap assembly. DO NOT
leave the elements in a grassy area, as wet
grass will stain the aluminum.
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