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Basic safety precautions
Before you install, connect or use the parabolic antenna, make sure
that you comply with the instructions in this manual!
If you disregard these instructions,
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malfunctions may arise, creating risks to your life and health,
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defects in the installation or the connection may cause damage to the antenna or to the attachment point,
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the manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting malfunctions or damage!
In case of contact or if metallic antenna parts touch electrical equipment, there is a serious risk of a fatal electric shock!
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Under no circumstances install antennas in the vicinity of overhead power cables, otherwise the absolutely essential clearance requi-
rements may no longer be satisfi ed. Maintain a clearance of at least 1 m from all other electrical equipment in all directions!
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Never work on antenna systems during a thunderstorm or when a thunderstorm is approaching.
Risk of fire due to atmospheric over-voltages (static charges) or lightning discharges (e.g. during thunderstorms).
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Never install antennas on buildings with easily fl ammable roof coverings such as straw, rushes or similar materials!
Risk of death or injury due to falling from the roof, falling through the roof and falling parts, plus the possibility of damage to
the roof!
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The installation operations described here assume good craftsmanship capabilities and knowledge of the behaviour of materials
under the eff ects of wind. Therefore if you do not possess the required skills, have this work performed by a specialist.
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The person doing the work must wear strong non-slip footwear, must not be liable to dizziness, must be able to move around safely
on the roof and have a secure standing and attachment position. (if necessary, wear a safety harness when on the roof).
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Make sure that the roof is able to bear your weight. Never walk on fragile or unstable surfaces! In case of doubt, contact a qualifi ed
specialist dealer or specialist roofi ng contractor to fi nd an appropriate installation location.
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Do not go on to roofs or other high places without a correctly attached safety harness that is in good condition. Otherwise use a
work platform.
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Ladders or other means of climbing must be in faultless condition (dry, clean and non-slip). Never build any irresponsible „scrambling
towers“!
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If there is a risk that passers-by may be injured by items falling from above during installation, you must close off the risk area using
barriers! Make sure that no-one is underneath the installation location.
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The respective national safety regulations and current standards such as DIN EN 60728-11 should be complied with.
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Any other use or failure to comply with these instructions will result in voiding of warranty coverage.
Selecting the installation site
Antenna grounding and lightning protection
It is essential to select the correct installation site. This determines whether the parabolic antenna can be erected safely and perform to its optimum
capabilities.
When selecting the installation site, take account of special features of the structure of the building. If the installation is at the edge of the roof or the
building or on a cylindrical structure, DIN 1055, parts 4 and DIN 4131 specifi es the increased wind and vibration loadings that should be allowed for.
The dynamic properties of the antenna and the structure can interact and cause problems.
Failure to comply can result in excessive susceptibility to vibration.
Because of the serious consequences if the work is not done properly, grounding and lightning protection work may be performed only
by specially trained electricians.
Never perform grounding and lightning protection work if you are not a specialist with the appropriate skills!
The antenna must be erected to DIN EN 60728-11 and grounded as specified.
