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Installing and Wiring Your System
Grounding and Wiring the Satellite Antenna
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Two pieces of No. 10 solid copper or No. 8 solid aluminum ground wire - long enough
to run from the coaxial cable grounding block to the grounding rod. A typical
installation requires two to three feet of wire.
A ground wire must always be a single piece of wire. Never splice two wires
together for a ground. Corrosion and weathering can lead to a poor connection
at the splice, making the ground ineffective and dangerous. If you cut your
ground wire too short, replace it with a new single wire cut to the correct
length.
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Screwdrivers: Phillips and flathead
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Ladder (if necessary)
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Sledgehammer or small fence post driver
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Drill and 1/2 inch drill bit - long enough to drill through the exterior wall of your
building
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Silicone sealant
Before drilling any holes in the wall or roof of your building, make sure there
are no wires or pipes in the area of the holes. If you are not comfortable doing
this, contact a professional in your area. Make sure that you follow all safety
instructions and building code regulations.
The main objective of routing the cable is to secure it in place where it will not be
dislodged by people, animals, or anything else, and it will not be damaged. Use cable clips
in appropriate spots to secure the cable to the building. If you need to drill holes in portions
of your building that may be exposed to rain or moisture, seal the holes with silicone sealant
after installation.
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The following guidelines apply to all grounding systems.
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Make sure the grounding system provides a solid, permanent earth grounding in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and local electrical codes. Contact a
licensed electrician or the local electric utility company if you have any questions.
