Antennacraft HBU11K User Manual
Limited Warranty—This product is warranted by Antennacraft against manufac-
turing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days
from the date of purchase from Antennacraft dealers.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, ANTENNACRAFT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES
AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION
OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, ANTENNACRAFT SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO
CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS
OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE
PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME,
DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF ANTENNACRAFT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product
and the sales receipt as proof of the purchase date to any ANTENNACRAFT dealer.
ANTENNACRAFT will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the
defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor (b) replace the product
with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced
parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property
of ANTENNACRAFT. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the
performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are
warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged
for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty
period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to
acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow
instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other
incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided
by an ANTENNACRAFT authorized service facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or
batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f )
costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
ANTENNACRAFT, PO Box 1005, Burlington, IA 52601, 319-758-8050
www.antennacraft.net 6/09
Product may vary from depiction. Mast not included.
7ENHBU11-K_IS
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF
THIS PRODUCT NEAR
POWERLINES IS DANGEROUS.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS.
DANGER
WATCH FOR POWER LINES!
You can be KILLED if this antenna
comes near electric power lines.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD
OCCUR WITH POWER LINES
1. Call for emergency help.
2. Don’t touch a person who has
come in contact with the antenna
and the powerline (you’ll be electrocuted, too).
3. If the victim is free and clear from
any electric powerlines and is unresponsive, administer CPR until
emergency help arrives.
FOLLOW THESE RULES AND LIVE
1. If you’re not sure about a careful, safe installation—don’t try
to do it yourself. Call your local power company or check
with Yellow Pages under “Antennas or Television and
Radio Antenna Systems” for an installer in your area.
2. With at least two people, assemble as much of the antenna
on the ground as possible.
3. Watch out for overhead power lines. Check the distance to
the power lines before you start installing—WE RECOMMEND YOU STAY A MINIMUM OF TWICE THE MAXIMUM
LENGTH OF THE ANTENNA AND ITS MAST AWAY
FROM ALL POWER LINES.
4. Do not use a metal ladder.
5. Remember, even the slightest touch of an antenna to a
power line can cause a fatal shock.
6. Don’t try to do the job on a windy day.
7. Have a friend watch as a spotter on the ground when you’re
on the roof to see things you can’t.
8. If you start to drop the antenna, get away from it and let it
fall.
9. If any part of the antenna comes in contact with a power
line CALL YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY; DON’T TRY
TO REMOVE IT YOURSELF! They will remove it safely.
10. Keep mast, lead-in and metal guy wires away from power
lines, too. They are all excellent conductors of electrical
current.
11. Be sure everyone understands the danger of touching an
overhead power line. Tell them never to try to remove any
object touching a power line.
12.
Make sure the antenna and mast are properly grounded.
SELECT AND MEASURE YOUR INSTALLATION SITE
Before attempting to install your antenna, think of where you
can best place your antenna for safety and performance. Most
antennas are supported by pipe masts attached to the chimney,
roof, or side of the house. Generally, the higher the antenna
is above the ground, the better it performs. A good practice is
to install your antenna about 5 to 10 feet above the roof line
and away from power lines and obstructions.
Remember that the FCC limits your antenna height to 60 feet. If
possible, nd a mounting place directly above your set, where
the antenna lead-in wire can take a short, vertical drop on the
outside of the house for entry through a wall or window near
the set. To determine a safe distance from wires, power lines,
and trees:
1. Measure the length of your antenna.
2. Add the antenna length to the height of your tower or
mast.
3. Double this total for the minimum recommended safe
distance.
If you cannot maintain this safe distance, STOP!
GET PROFESSIONAL HELP.
CHOOSING A STRUCTURE MOUNT
Follow the installation directions for the individual type of
mount you choose.
BA SE AND RO OF
MOUNT: Mast locks
into U-b olt . Swivel
base ts the slope of
most rods.
VEN T PIPE MOUN T:
For smaller antennas.
Attaches to vent pipe.
WALL MOUNTS:
Used on side of
structure.
CORNER MOUNTS:
Two Y-mounts with
straps for chimney
corner mounting.
TRIPOD MOUNT: Sturdy antenna mount for larger antennas subject to stronger winds.
Fits most roof slopes.
TELESCOPIC MAST: Has
interlocking sections, for
professional use only.
UNIVERSAL MAST ANCHOR
MOUNT: Has U-bolt for easy
swivel. Adapts to most roof
slopes.
EAVE MOUNT: For attaching antenna mast
to hanging rafters or
trim boards.
CHIMNEY
RATCHET
MOUNT: Provides
secure mounting
to chimney with
straps.
T O W E R : N ot
recommended,
for professional
use only.
GENERAL INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS FOR MAST
MOUNTED ANTENNAS
1.
Assemble your new antenna on the ground at the
installation site. Follow the separate assembly instructions that come with it.
2. Install the selected mount for your antenna.
3. Attach the mast and antenna to the mount.
Note: If you are going to use guy wires:
• Install guy wire anchor bolts
• Estimate length of guy wires and cut them
• Attach to mast using guy wire ring
• Have a second person hold the mast upright while
the guy wires are attached and tightened to the
anchor bolts
4. IF YOUR MAST DOES NOT HAVE A DANGER LABEL,
INSTALL THE SELF-ADHERING DANGER LABEL
PACKAGED IN ANTENNA HARDWARE KIT AT EYE
LEVEL ON YOUR MAST.
ANTENNA GROUNDING
To protect your house and your TV/FM installation, your
antenna system must be properly grounded.
1. Clamp a #10 copper or #8 aluminum grounding wire to
the base of the antenna mast. Using standoffs every 4
to 6 feet, run the wire down the building in as straight a
line as possible.
2. Attach a 75 ohm grounding block to the antenna’s lead-in
cable as close as possible to the point where the cable
enters the house.
3. Attach the grounding wire to the lead-in cable’s grounding
unit and run the wire to the central building ground.
Acceptable central building ground points may include:
• Grounded interior metal cold water pipe within ve feet
of the point where it enters the building.
• Grounded metallic service raceway
• Grounded electrical service equipment enclosure
• 8-foot grounding rod driven into the ground (only if
bonded to the central building ground by #6 or heavier
bonding wire)
• Other acceptable grounding electrodes that comply with
sections 250 and 810 of the National Electrical Code
(NEC)
ANTENNA REMOVAL
To remove the antenna, follow the instructions for installing
the antenna, but start with the last step rst. That’s the only
safe way to remove an antenna.
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