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Follow the steps below to mount the antenna.
a.
Remove the six #10-32 Phillips screws
securing the radome to the baseplate (see
Figure 12). Carefully lift the radome straight
up until clear of the antenna assembly and set
it aside in a safe place. If you keep the radome
topside, secure it with a lanyard to prevent it
from falling overboard. Also, do not place the
radome on a hot steel deck – the heat may
warp the radome.
b.
Keeping shipping restraints in place,
transport the antenna to the mounting
location.
NOTE:
The two hoisting eyelets on the antenna frame
may be used to lift the antenna, if necessary (see
Figure 13). After they have been used once, make sure
they are undamaged and free of cracks before using
them again.
c.
Place the antenna baseplate over the holes
drilled in the mounting surface.
d.
Ensure the forward arrow inside the
baseplate points toward the bow and is
parallel to the vessel’s centerline (see
CAUTION
Observe the safety warnings printed on the
tube of Loctite
®
anti-seize lubricant:
“Contains mineral oil, calcium hydroxide,
and copper. May cause skin, eye, and
respiratory irritation. Wear eye protection
and gloves.
First aid:
In case of eye or skin
contact, flush with water. Obtain medical
attention for any eye or internal contact.”
#10-32
S
crew (x6)
Figure 12: Removing the Radome
Hoisting Eyelets (x2)
Figure 13: Hoisting Eyelets
FOR
W
ARD
Figure 14: Forward Arrow in Antenna Baseplate
Mount the Antenna
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