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Chapter 4: Installation of the Gateway
This chapter contains sections detailing the installation instructions for the
Gateway installation options.
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"Mounting RF Antenna to a Pole or Stand" below
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"Mounting the Battery Box" on page 32
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"Attaching the Solar Panel" on page 34
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"Mounting the Gateway - Solar Configuration" on page 32
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"Installing the Gateway Large Pole Mount System" on page 44
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"Installing a Large Pole Mount System" on page 44
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"Installation Troubleshooting" on page 70
Mounting RF Antenna to a Pole or Stand
If mounting a 2-inch round, SCH40, galvanized steel pole, seat the pole according
to the recommendations from the solar-powered system's installation guide. In
general, the pole used to support the solar panel must be designed for the local soil
conditions, and meet the following minimum requirements.
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The solar panel area based at tilted angle.
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The typical sustained wind speed according to the recommended local building
code.
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The pole must be seated against a firm, crushed-stone base.
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The pole must be on firm, compacted soil a minimum of 6 inches below the
frost line.
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The pole must be encased in reinforced concrete per ASTM standards.
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The pole must be level and plumb.
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The pole diameter and wall thickness must be seized to withstand solar panel
forces without damage.