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DISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL MOUNTING SITES
When you are surveying your property for appropriate sites for the satellite antenna, keep in
mind that you can mount the satellite antenna on a variety of surfaces: brick, cinder block,
wood, some sidings, rooftop, or a pole.
Since installing the satellite antenna may involve drilling into the wall or roof of your
building, or digging a hole and using cement, you should be very confident of the location
before beginning installation. Errors can be expensive and time-consuming.
The following guidelines apply to all mounting surfaces and locations.
WEATHER AND WIND CONSIDERATIONS
The satellite antenna can withstand most kinds of weather. However, extremely strong
winds could damage the base on which the satellite antenna is mounted.
A strong wind can cause the satellite antenna to exert several hundred pounds of pressure on
the mounting surface, so the surface must be stable and strong. Such a mounting surface
also helps ensure against movement of the satellite antenna, which would interfere with
signal reception. In general, the stronger the signal you maintain, the better the reception
during snow, rain, and heavy cloud cover.
DO’S
You should always follow these instructions to help ensure against injury to
yourself and damage to your equipment or mounting surface. See Important
Product Safety Instructions on page ii for further safety instructions.
ࡗ Assemble the satellite antenna in a safe location before climbing up to the mounting
location. Use caution when climbing, and when working at the mounting location.
ࡗ Install the satellite antenna only on a solid surface such as cinder block, brick, or solid
foundation material. If you install it on the side of a building, make sure to attach the
bolts directly to a building stud or other solid material. Use the appropriate drilling and
attachment hardware for the surface.
ࡗ Make sure you have determined the best location for the satellite antenna before drilling
the holes in your building or setting up the mounting pole. Mistakes can be costly.
ࡗ All installations should conform to your local building and electrical codes. If you are
not sure, contact a licensed building inspector or electrician in your area to assist you.
Be aware that community covenants, if any, may have additional requirements.
ࡗ Choose a site that is easily accessible in most weather conditions. You may need to
clean snow or debris off the satellite antenna.
Starting Your Installation
Discussion of Potential Mounting Sites
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