Assembly Instructions:
STEP1) Lay the pieces of pipe in order
descending from largest to smallest.
Feed the co-ax thru each pipe.
Starting at the end of the smallest pipe,
wrap the end of the small pipe with duct tape,
10-30 times or until the smaller pipe fits
snug into the larger pipe.
Then about a foot or so back (small pipe)
from the first wrap, do it again 10-30 times.
This ensures a strait secure fit of each
section of pipe.
Repeat process on each section.
STEP2) Starting at the smallest pipe,
insert the smaller pipe into
the next largest pipe.
NOTE: A trial and error process
is necessary with the insertion
because the overall length
of the mast and weight to
length ratio.
It may be necessary to insert
as much as 4' or 5" of pipe
at each joint.
30' to 40' is a good goal to shoot for.
STEP3) After you guestimate the overall
length of your mast.
it's time to drill.
Now is the time to use a careful hand
You do not want to damage your
co-ax cable.
Starting at the smallest joint,
about 12"-18" down from the joint,
drill until the bit penetrates the
top of the inner pipe. STOP THE DRILL!!!
With the drill off, push the bit inward
until the bit hits the opposing wall of
inner pipe. Resume drilling strait thru
both pipes.
Insert bolt and tighten nut (use washer).
Tighten until snug.
Repeat process until all pipes are assembled.
STEP4) Mount your antenna near the top
of the smallest pipe and connect co-ax.
Drill a hole near the bottom of the
largest pipe and feed the co-ax thru
the hole.
STEP5) This is where the healthy friend
comes in handy.
With a person standing at each
end of the mast,
lift the smaller antenna end of mast
overhead while walking toward the
other end, keeping the mast overhead;
making sure the base of mast is secure
and does not move out.
CAREFUL!!! Do not overextend the mast
or it may break in the erection process!
No thats not a joke!!! Or a pun!!!
STEP6) Secure the mast with brackets,
bunji cords, straps, etc...
NOTE: It is important to secure mast
adequately!!!
STEP7) Rout co-ax to scanner and
enjoy!!!
