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ASSEMBLING THE REGULAR TELESCOPING POLES (DIRECTOR 1 ONLY)
Locate pieces for Driven element assembly
QTY 2
20m regular Telescoping Pole (located in Antenna box)
Locate the following kits for assembling the Telescoping Poles
QTY 1
72-0020-01 Boom Assembly Kit (Located in Antenna Sweep Box)
NOTES:
The telescoping poles are not all the same so make sure you identify them correctly.
The regular poles will have a foam filter inserted into the tip end. The 30m/40m telescoping
poles have been cut to a specific length and have an O ring secured to the tip with a piece
of adhesive sand paper also secured to the tip. It is critical that you separate the 2 regular
telescoping poles from the 12 30m/40m telescoping poles. DIRECTOR 1 is the only element
that will have the regular telescoping pole.
If you are having trouble extending the telescoping pole to the proper length, try collaps ing
the entire pole and re-extend it using more force than the first time. If you still are having
trouble getting the pole the correct length you can try and extend the telescoping pole using a
throwing method. Similar to casting a fishing pole hold the large section and use your best
casting form to extend the pole. This method can produce a significant difference in the
extended length of some poles as a last resort. Make sure you are in an open area so not to
damage the pole or yourself.
Notes:
Per the manufacturers specifications the silicone tape has a shelf life of 12 months
before it is used and should be stored in a cool dry environment. Silicone tape will not stick
to other surfaces. It only bonds to itself. be sure to remove all the connector protector
residue from your hands before handling silicone tape, this residue will cause the silicone
wrap not to adhere to itself. Take care to keep the silicone wrap free of dirt and debris. This
tape MUST be cut, do not tear. Wash your hands before completing the following steps.
Extend the Regular Telescoping Poles to full length by FIRMLY pulling out each section in a
twisting motion.
This will lock the pole sections to the extent it should be difficult to collapse them. The poles
will very in length but must be at least
17 feet 8 inches,
longer is ok
.
This is measured from
the base of the large section to the tip of the small section.
Double check the length of poles before taping joints and installing into the element housing.
When wrapping the electrical tape around the joints, apply one complete wrap around the
fiberglass pole then begin to wrap across the joint and then back across the joint. This
should leave the complete joint covered with tape.
When cutting the tape after the joint has been covered use scissors or a knife, DO NOT
TEAR OR RIP the tape. Do not stretch the last wrap of tape.
Rub the tape smooth so that it makes a good bond.
Wrap each joint in the same manner. Each joint should have a full width of tape on either
side of the joint.
