2-5
Installation
54-0144 Rev. C
8. There are eight possible drain hole locations in
the baseplate, as illustrated in Figure 2-5.
Drill
out ONLY those drain holes that will be facing aft
when the unit is mounted.
The drain holes should
be
3
⁄
16
" and angled as shown in Figure 2-5.
9. Position the stiffening plate over the drilled
mounting holes, and place a bead of silicone
sealant around each of the six mounting holes
on the top surface of the stiffening plate.
10. Place the antenna unit on top of the stiffening
plate, making sure all holes are aligned.
11. The forward shipping restraint can be easily
stored in the baseplate. Place the forward
shipping restraint in reversed position over the
two forward holes (Figure 2-6) and secure it to
the baseplate and the stiffening plate with the
hardware described in Steps 12 and 13.
Figure 2-6
Forward Shipping Restraint
(Arranged for Storage)
Forward Shipping Restraint
Installation Bolts and Washers
LNB
You MUST drill out the drain holes
as indicated to ensure that any
moisture that enters the baseplate
is able to drain. Drill ONLY those
drain holes that will be facing aft
when the antenna is installed.
Recommended
3/16
˝
Drain Hole
Positions
Drain Hole Angle
(relative to baseplate)
Figure 2-5
Recommended Drain
Hole Locations
DO NOT store the rotating plate
shipping restraints in the antenna
baseplate as they will interfere with
the rotating plate’s motion.