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Pre-Installation Checklist
Determine the best location for ESE Terminal(s), then the mounting method
(tower, mast, structure, etc.) and the optimum routing of down conductor(s).
Locate area(s) for grounding system installation and determine where the
new system will be connected to any existing grounding system and metal
bodies of conductance, etc.
Verify that all parts and system components are compatible (dissimilar
metals not allowed) and in good condition.
Review installation plans, structural drawings, site drawings and mast
erection instructions.
Read this Installation Guide and familiarize yourself with all of the system
components and functions.
Be sure that all tools and equipment required for system installation are
available and in good working order.
Follow all industry guidelines and local/site requirements for safety and
safety equipment.
Important Safety and Other Considerations
• If the TerraStreamer
®
ESE Terminal needs to be erected prior to connection
to the grounding system, or immediate connection is not possible, connect
the lower end of the down conductor to structural steel reinforcing or other
suitable grounding point.
•
Before installation of the grounding system, consult site drawings of
underground services so that these are not damaged during installation of
the grounding system.
•
Where separate grounding systems exist, i.e.: structure, power,
communications and/or lightning protection, they need to be bonded
together to form an equipotential ground plane. This will help prevent
ground potential differences arising under direct/indirect lightning strikes.
•
Before service ground bonding takes place make sure proper authorization
is obtained.
•
Bonding cable must be 70mm
2
(2/0AWG) minimum, depending on local
standards. It may be necessary to use a grounding bus bar which bonds all
grounds to the same potential under transient conditions.
•
All local applicable standards, regulations and requirements necessarily
apply.
• It is the responsibility of the customer/installer to label inspection/test wells
or grounding systems to local requirements.
Stay clear of any overhead power lines.