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MOUNTING THE ANTENNA ON THE ROOF
You can mount the satellite antenna on the
roof. This usually provides the highest
available location.
ࡗ Attach the satellite antenna to a rafter beneath the roof surface. You can locate the rafter
by looking for the nails attaching the fascia board to the rafters. You can also locate the
rafters from inside the attic.
ࡗ Make sure that the location is easily accessible in most weather conditions. You may
need to sweep off snow, remove debris, or clean dirt from the dish surface.
ࡗ To prevent the roof from leaking, you should caulk the holes, or use silicone sealant
around the holes and at the bottom of the satellite antenna foot where it contacts the
surface. Apply the sealant before you bolt the foot down tight.
ࡗ Place the antenna so it is not directly downwind from a chimney or furnace vent. Soot
can gather on the dish surface, weakening the reception. If practical, locate the antenna
so the dish faces away from the chimney.
ࡗ Do not mount the satellite antenna on a tile roof.
Materials Required
ࡗ 2 lag screws, 1/4” x 3”
ࡗ 4 lag screws, 5/16” x 2”
ࡗ roof sealant
Tools Required
ࡗ drill
ࡗ 1/8” twist drill bit
ࡗ 3/16” twist drill bit
ࡗ 7/16” socket or box-end
wrench
ࡗ bubble level
ࡗ ladder
ࡗ pencil
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Installation Guide