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Installation Guide for SecureMesh WAN® Gateway 2 - PL-0073A
1. The primary ground point or down lead provided by the existing ground system
at the site, such as a part of the tower structure or the AC electrical system for
the building (see
).
2. A 10-foot or longer copper-clad ground rod, driven into the earth. At a tower
with multiple legs, there typically is one ground rod at each leg and a ground
wire loop that connects the rods.
3. A cold water pipe that is well-connected to earth.
Figure 2:
Tower ground system
In all cases, ensure that the connections can retain low resistance and integrity over
time and with exposure to the elements. Use an antioxidant compound and wrap all
connections with a product such as Scotch
®
130C or 2228 Rubber Mastic Tape.
