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8.9
Raising the Integral Mast
8.9.1
With the Solar Panel and / or Wind Turbine
mechanical fitted, the electrical connections to
the battery charger should be completed before
raising the mast (see Section 8.12).
8.9.2
The mast can be raised by lifting the mast from
the upper / lower mast joint.
8.9.3
Great care should be taken particularly when
installing in wind conditions as the turbine blades
will spin, and there is load on the solar panel that
can increase the required lifting load.
8.9.4
With the Mast vertical open the Cabinet door
and fit the two U bolts around the mast and
through the locating holes. Fit and tighten the
four M10 Nyloc nuts on the inside of the cabinet
(a 17mm AF ratchet spanner is recommended).
8.9.5
At the base of the Mast fit eight M12 Nyloc Nut
and Bolt fixings (19mm AF spanner) and tighten
securely.
8.9.6
At the base of the Mast insert the black plastic
push in plugs to protect the cables and tube
ends.