Andrew 7.3-Meter ESA User Manual

Andrew Corporation
10500 West 153rd Street
Orland Park, IL U.S.A. 60462
Telephone: 708-349-3300
FAX (U.S.A.): 1-800-349-5444
Internet: http://www.andrew.com
Customer Service, 24 hours: U.S.A. • Canada • Mexico: 1-800-255-1479
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Other Europe: +44 1592 782612
15 August, 2005
Copyright © 2005 by Andrew Corporation
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Bulletin OM73
Type ES73( )
7.3-Meter ESA
7.3-Meter Earth Station Antenna
Revision F

Andrew 7.3-Meter ESA Specifications

General

Brand	Andrew
Model	7.3-Meter ESA
Category	Antenna
Language	English

Summary

Getting Started

Warnings

Essential safety precautions and warnings for installation procedures.

Recommended Tools

List of tools recommended for a proper installation.

Parts Verification

Installation Procedures

Foundation Preparation

Steps for preparing the ground mount foundation according to specifications.

A-325 Tensioning

Procedure for proper tensioning of A-325 hardware to prevent slippage.

Tripod Ground Mount Assembly

Description and steps for assembling the tripod ground mount.

Support Legs Assembly

Panning Frame Assembly

Elevation Jackscrew Assembly

Azimuth Jackscrew Assembly

Reflector/Subreflector/Feed Assembly

Reflector/Backstructure Assembly

Subreflector Assembly and Adjustment

Procedures for subreflector assembly and fine adjustment for optimal performance.

Cross-Axis Grounding Kit

Steps for installing the cross-axis grounding kit for safety.

Operation

Acquiring A Satellite

Procedures for locating, tracking, and peaking the antenna on a satellite.

Subreflector Adjustment

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical Parts Maintenance

Mechanical Parts Maintenance

Inspection Guidelines

Control System Inspection

Drive System Checks

Procedures for checking drive system voltage and current readings.

Preservation of Component Parts

Lubrication Procedures

Jackscrews/Motors Maintenance

Gear Motor Oil Requirements