Winegard RD-4610 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WINEGARD
RV Digital Satellite System
with RS-1000 Antenna
Model RD-4610
U.S. PATENTS 5,532,710
and 5,554,998
®
IMPORTANT: INSTALL POINT OF BASE TOWARD FRONT OF VEHICLE!
Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood St. • Burlington, IA 52601-2000
Printed in U.S.A. ©Winegard Company 2001 2451142 Rev. 6/05/01
319/754-0600 • FAX 319/754-0787
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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY
STEP 1. Choose a location for antenna that will allow it to rest in travel
position with antenna pointing toward rear of vehicle and raise and rotate without interfering with other roof-mounted equipment. Make sure inside ceiling area is clear where ceiling plate will mount.
NOTE: Figure 1 shows minimum distance (10") antenna should be located from edge of vehicle roof. We recommend you check with your dealer or the manufacturer to see what provisions have been made in the roof for antenna mounting. A reinforced area of roof as well as pre-wire downlead may be available.
NOTE: The system must be level for proper operation. If you have a curved roof you should use a Winegard Model RW-1000 wedge kit to level the system.
STEP 2. Position template on roof (last page of manual) and drill a 1-1/2"
hole through roof and ceiling of vehicle. Take care to avoid damage to wiring which may run between roof and ceiling.
It is highly recomended that the antenna be mounted on roof center line. Do not mount antenna closer than 10" from edge of roof.
RW-1000 Roof Wedge
Vehicle Roof
Antenna Controls
NOT TO SCALE
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FIGURE 1
Interior Roof Wedge, Optional
Rev. 2/2001
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STEP 3. Attach reflector to backup assembly as shown in Figure 2.
STEP 4. Attach RS-1000 antenna to elevating tubes, see Figure 2, using the two Eclips
and pins provided. Attach coax cable to F-jack on antenna, slide weather boot over boot collar.
RS-1000 Antenna
Reflector
(4) 5/16-18 x 5/8" Flat Head Bolt
Attach coax cable to F-jack on antenna, slide weather boot over boot collar.
Attach RS-1000 to elevating tubes using E-clips and pins supplied.
(4) 5/16-18 Hex Nut
Backup Assembly
(4) 5/16" Flat Washer
FIGURE 2
NOTE: Make sure that coax cables fits between the reflector and the fixed feed arm.
ANTENNA SHOWN PARTIALLY RAISED FOR EASE OF ILLUSTRATION ONLY
Rev. 2/98
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STEP 5. The mount is designed to fit roofs 1" to 4 3/4" thick. If roof is less than 4 3/4" thick, cut elevating shft and directional handle to size. (See table below.) If roof is more than 4 3/4" thick, the RP-2000 Thick Roof Kit is required. See page 15, A for chart.
CAUTION: IF YOU ARE USING THE RW-1000 ROOF WEDGE, ADD 1/2" TO ELEVATING SHAFT LENGTH GIVEN BELOW, BUT NOT TO THE DIRECTIONAL HANDLE.
Direc-
tional
Handle
ROOF ELEVATING SHAFT W/RW-1000 DIRECTIONAL
THICKNESS LENGTH HANDLE LENGTH
4 3/4" 6 1/4" RP-4200 req. 5 3/8"
4 1/2" 6" RP-4200 req. 5"
4 1/4" 5 3/4" 6 1/4" 4 3/4"
4" 5 1/2" 6" 4 1/2"
3 3/4" 5 1/4" 5 3/4" 4 1/4"
3 1/2" 5" 5 1/2" 4"
3 1/4" 4 3/4" 5 1/4" 3 9/16"
3" 4 1/2" 5" 3 3/8"
2 3/4" 4 1/4" 4 3/4" 3 1/16"
2 1/2" 4" 4 1/2" 2 3/4"
2 1/4" 3 3/4" 4 1/4" 2 3/8"
2" 3 1/2" 4" 2 1/16"
1 3/4" 3 1/4" 3 3/4" 1 3/4"
1 1/2" 3" 3 1/2" 1 3/8"
1 1/4" 2 3/4" 3" 1"
Rev 1/2001
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STEP 6. Mount antenna and lift on roof in travel position. Apply approved sealing compound suitable for your vehicle roof on bottom of base plate and roof area around hole. See Figure 3. Secure base plate with screws provided, except for screw indicated in Figure 3*.
STEP 7. Attach cable clamp to the coax cables 16" from the cable clamp on the gear housing.
STEP 8. Attach cable clamp to roof of RV as shown in Figure 3, use 7/16" flat washer between screw and cable clamp, apply sealing compound over mounting screw heads.
STEP 9. Attach satellite antenna coax cable (has "RG-6" printed on it) to the coax cable going to the satellite receiver.
STEP 10. Attach RS-1000 coax downlead (has "RG-59" printed on it) to coax downlead going to RV-0541 power supply. Refer to power supply instruction sheet. You can connect the antenna output from the power supply directly to the satellite receiver (refer to receiver manual). This allows you to watch local channels when you turn the receiver off.
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CAUTION: DO NOT GET SEALING COMPOUND ON BEARING SURFACE BETWEEN BASE PLATE AND ROTATING GEAR HOUSING. DO NOT PAINT TOP OF BASE PLATE OR AROUND ROTATING GEAR HOUSING.
NOTE: Apply sealant approved for your vehicle roof between Base Plate and roof of vehicle.
Cable clamp on gear housing.
Cable Ties
3" min.
FIGURE 3
#10 x 1" Screws
Apply approved sealant under lip and cable roof hole
INSIDE RV
Make sure cable entry is sealed
STEP 11. Feed downleads through roof using Winegard Model CE-2000
cover plate (included with hardware). Weatherproof cable entry by applying approved sealant under lip of roof-thru plate and where cable enters roof. Attach plate to roof with screws provided. Apply approved sealant over screws and around edge of roof-thru plate, making sure cable entry is sealed. Secure cables as necessary to prevent whipping. Use tie-wraps provided to secure cables together.
STEP 12. Connect satellite coax downlead to satellite receiver, refer to receiver manual on proper connections. If coax connections are made
outside the coach YOU MUST WEATHERPROOF THE CONNECTIONS!
STEP 13. Assemble ceiling plate, directional handle and crank handle as
shown in Figure 4. The circled numbers indicate placement from the ceiling down. Example: The ceiling plate 1 is located next to the ceiling. The elevation crank handle 8 is farthest from the ceiling. The number also indicates sequence of assembly.
Attach cable clamp here. Make sure there are 16" of coax between the cable clamp on the gear housing and the one here 3" in front of base plate. TOO MUCH OR TOO LITTLE WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO COAX.
CAUTION: USE CAUTION WHEN INSTALLING THE ELEVATING CRANK. ONCE SCREW TOUCHES SHAFT, TIGHTEN ONLY 1/4 TURN MORE. SCREW SIMPLY HOLDS ELEVATING CRANK ON. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
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CAUTION: After INITIAL INSTALLATION,
the antenna SHOULD ROTATE APPROXIMATELY 360 DEGREES FROM TRAVEL POSITION. The pointer on the DIRECTIONAL HANDLE should point towards the ROTATION CLAMP when in TRAVEL POSITION.
ASSEMBLED VIEW
FIGURE 4
1 Ceiling Base
POINT TO
FRONT OF RV
3 Directional
Handle Extension
2 (4) #10 Phillips Flat
Head Screws
POINTER MUST POINT TO CENTER OF ROTA­TION CLAMP WHEN IN TRAVEL POSITION
4 Directional
Handle
ALIGN POINTER WITH ANTENNA TRAVEL POSITION
5 ELEVATING
CRANK HANDLE (When installed, extends 2-1/4" from ceiling). Snap Handle into base when not in use.
Rotation Clamp
POINT TO
FRONT OF RV
Tighten screw snugly
Rev 6/05/01
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OPERATION
Directional Handle
STEP 1. Using a compass, determine which direction is North. It is recommended that
you step outside to perform this step. Standing in or near coach/RV can give you an incorrect reading. The more accurately you determine North, the easier it will be to find the
satellite(s).
Elevating Crank
FIGURE 5
Directional Handle Pointer
STEP 2. Move rotation clamp to the LOCK position.
STEP 3. Rotate directional dial (see Figure 5) until the arrow is pointing North.
STEP 4. Unsnap elevation crank and turn (clockwise) in direction of "UP" arrow, about
14 - 15 turns or until some resistance is met.
STEP 5. Turn receiver ON, and access installation menus to determine antenna elevation and direction/heading. See receiver owner manual for menu access instructions.
STEP 6. Move rotation clamp to the ROTATE position. Turn directional handle until pointer on directional handle is pointing in direction indicated by the receiver. Example: If receiver says point antenna at 145° then rotate directional handle so that pointer is pointing at 145 on the directional dial.
ELEVATION TURNS CCW
14 - 16 17 - 19 20 - 22
o
o
o
NONE
1/2
1
STEP 7. Refer to table below and turn elevation crank counter clockwise (CCW) the number of turns indicated to get the elevation shown by the receiver. One full turn equals approximately 7° of elevation change.
Directional Dial
Rotation Clamp
23 - 26 1-1/2 27 - 29 30 - 32 33 - 36 37 - 39 40 - 43 44 - 46 47 - 50 51 - 53 54 - 57 58 - 60 61 - 64 65 - 67
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
2
2-1/2
3
3-1/2
4
4-1/2
5
5-1/2
6
6-1/2
7
7-1/2
o
Rev 7/97
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TUNING ANTENNA FOR BEST PICTURE
STEP 8. Your receiver should indicate it is receiving a signal. To tune your
antenna for the best picture, slowly move the antenna left, then right until you have found the position that gives the highest signal strength. It is
important to turn the antenna slowly; since the signal is digital the receiver takes a few seconds to lock on.
STEP 9. Place rotation clamp in the LOCK position. This prevents the
antenna from moving and losing the signal.
STEP 10. signal. You are now ready to watch satellite TV!
WATCHING OFF-AIR TV
To watch off-air TV (local TV) you must use one of the following options; Use a A-B switch between the receiver and antenna power supply Figure
6), A video switch (Figure 7), Or connect the antenna output from the power supply to the TV ANTENNA input on the receiver (Figure 8). When you turn the receiver off it will automatically switch you over to the off-air signal.
LOWERING ANTENNA TO TRAVEL POSITION
STEP 1. Set rotation clamp to the ROTATE position.
STEP 2. Rotate antenna until pointer on directional handle aligns with
the rotation clamp.
STEP 3. Turn elevating crank (counter clockwise) in direction of "DOWN" arrow until resistance is met. The number of turns will vary according to
the elevation angle the antenna was set to.
STEP 4. Move rotation clamp to the LOCK position. Antenna is now locked in travel position.
Slowly raise then lower the antenna until you have peaked the
STEP 5. Snap elevation crank into place.
CAUTION: UNDER NO CONDITIONS LOWER ANTENNA IN ANY POSITION EXCEPT TRAVEL POSITION.
DO’S 1. Do check parking location for obstructions before raising antenna.
2. Do carefully raise, lower and rotate - if difficult, check for cause.
3. Do rotate slowly when searching for the satellite(s) and check fine tuning on TV set to make sure it is properly adjusted.
4. Do lower antenna before moving vehicle.
5. Activate programming by calling programing service for your re-
ceiver.
DON’T’S 1. Don't move RV/coach with the antenna in the UP position. This
WILL void your warranty. This may also cause damage to your roof.
2. Don’t force elevating crank up or down. Check for cause of trouble.
3. Don’t rotate directional handle hard against stops.
4. Don’t apply paint over top of base plate or anywhere on lift.
5. Don't apply sealing compound on gear housing.
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Coax downlead from satellite antenna
Coax downlead from RS-1000
FIGURE 6
Satellite Receiver
A-B Switch
Coax downlead from satellite antenna
Satellite Receiver
Power Supply
VCR
Coax downlead from RS-1000
Power Supply
TV
TV
FIGURE 7
VCR
Coax downlead from satellite antenna
Satellite Receiver
Video Switch
Coax downlead from RS-1000
Power Supply
VCR
Set 2
TV
FIGURE 8
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MAINTENANCE
MOUNT LUBRICATION
To lubricate the mount, apply a liberal amount of silicone spray lubricant to the elevating gear, the lubricant hole and between the gear housing and baseplate. Run the antenna up/down and rotate the antenna to distribute the lubricant. See Figure 9.
Spray lubricant here on elevation gear
FIGURE 9
LUBRICATING RUBBER QUAD RING
Lubricate rubber quad ring on elevating shaft which is below worm gear with silicone spray lubricant at least twice yearly (Figure 10). This will keep quad ring from becoming brittle which could result in leaks down elevating shaft.
ELEVATING SHAFT WORM GEAR
FIGURE 10
LOWER BEARING SURFACE
WAVE WASHER
Remove cap and spray lubricant into the lubricate hole. Be sure place cap firmly back on.
Spray lubricant around edges
FLAT WASHER
RUBBER QUAD RING
ELEVATING SHAFT & WORM GEAR ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove rotating gear housing from base plate or remove antenna from roof to replace the shaft & worm gear assembly.
STEP 1. Lower antenna to travel position. Loosen screw on elevating
crank, remove crank, spring, directional handle. Parts list page 14.
STEP 2. Remove hex nuts, cable clip, and washer from bolt holding elevating tube in rotating gear housing and remove bolt. Parts list page 12.
STEP 3. Remove worm gear nut from top of rotating gear housing, disengage elevating gear, remove elevating shaft assembly. A, Parts list page 12.
STEP 4. Lubricate worm gear assembly on new elevating shaft assembly with spray silicone lubricant. Make sure wave washer, flat washer and quad ring are on lower bearing (Figure 10) and insert assembly in housing.
STEP 5. Reinstall worm gear nut in top of housing. Gears will mesh automatically once elevating crank is turned.
STEP 6. Reinstall bolt, hex nuts, cable clip and washers that hold elevating tube in rotating gear housing.
Rev 1/97
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STEP 7. Replace directional handle, spring and elevating crank. Make sure set screw contacts flat surface on shaft before tightening.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
NO PICTURE 1. Check that you have a clear line of sight to the satellite (no trees,
buildings, etc.).
2. Check that you have the TV set tuned for the correct channel 3 or 4 (same channel as output of receiver).
3. Double check that you have entered the correct zip code into the receiver. If zip code is wrong, this can cause you to look in the wrong direction/elevation for the satellite.
4. Check connections at receiver, TV, and antenna.
5. Check TV. Does it receive pictures from off-air TV stations/VCR?
6. Retune system for best picture per procedure on page 7.
7. Inspect antenna. Make sure that it has not been damaged. If antenna is even slightly bent, the receiver may not receive any signal.
8. Contact Dealer or Winegard Service Department.
ANTENNA DOES NOT OR IS HARD TO ROTATE
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Make sure mount has not been damaged.
2. Check for caulking between gear housing and baseplate.
3. Lubricate mount per procedure on page 8.
4. Contact Dealer or Winegard Service Department.
ANTENNA DOES NOT OR IS HARD TO RAISE
1. Inspect antenna on roof. Make sure mount has not been damaged.
2. Check for caulking on elevating shaft.
3. Lubricate elevating shaft per procedure on page 8.
4. Contact Dealer or Winegard Service Department.
WARRANTY REPAIR WORK
Before you have warranty work done on the system, make sure the company/person performing the work has been approved by Winegard Company. If not, contact Winegard Co. (1-800-288-8094) before proceeding. The Winegard warranty covers only the mount, antenna and LNBF. For receiver warranty, refer to the manufacturers warranty.
ORDERING REPAIR PARTS
Repair parts are available at many RV dealers and/or service centers throughout the country. Or you can call Winegard Company 1-800-288-8094 (only credit card orders accepted).
ANTENNA/LIFT/LNBF TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Winegard Company warrants this Winegard product (excluding receiver) against any defects in materials or workmanship within two (2) yeares from date of purchase. No warranty claim will be honored unless at the time the claim is made, you present proof of purchase to an authorized Winegard dealer (if unknown, please contact Winegard Company, 3000 Kirkwood Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000, telephone 319-754-0600).
Winegard Company (at its option) will either repair or replace the defective product at no charge to you. This warranty covers parts, but does not cover any costs incurred in removal, shipping or reinstallation of the product. This limited warranty does not apply if the product is damaged, deteriorates, malfunctions or fails from: misuse, improper installation, abuse, neglect, accident, tampering, modification of the product as originally manufactured by Winegard, usage not in accordance with product instructions or acts of nature such as damage caused by wind, lightning, ice or corrosive environments such as salt spray and acid rain.
The Two Year Warranty is provided on the condition that the equipment is properly delivered with all handling and freight charges prepaid to your Winegard dealer for repair or return to our factory at the above address. Winegard dealers will arrange for the replacement or repair and return to you, without charge, the product which failed due to defective material or workmanship.
WINEGARD COMPANY WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITIES FOR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON.
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE TWO YEAR PERIOD OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
The foregoing shall be the sole and exclusive remedy of any person whether in contract, tort or otherwise, and Winegard shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damage or commercial loss, or from any other loss or damage except as set forth above.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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PARTS LIST
(not all parts listed due to space constraints)
(4) 5/16" Hex Nut P.N. 2160230
(4) 5/16" Flat Washer P.N. 2160027
46cm (18") Reflector, White P.N. 2745304
(2) 1/4-20 Hex Nut, Nylock P.N. 2160220
Backup P.N. 2745348
Digital Elevation Device, If attached the 1/4-20 x 1.75 Hex Bolts are replaced with 1/4-20 x 2" Hex Bolts
(5) E-Clip P.N. 5160818
(2) 1/4" Flat Washer P.N. 2160039
(4) 1/4-20 Hex Nut, Nylock P.N. 2160220
Worm Gear Nut P.N. 2200045
A
(4) 1/4" Flat Washer P.N. 2160039
(2) 1/4-20 X 1.75" Hex Bolt P.N. 2160238
(3) 1/4 x 2-5/16" Pin P.N. 2160814
Bumper Assembly P.N. 3750823
(2) 1/4-20 X 1.75" BOLT P.N. 2160238
1/4-20 X 2.5" Hex Bolt P.N. 2160237
(2) 1/4" Flat Washer P.N. 2160024
REAR VIEW
Model RP-3000 Elevating Gear
Aluminum Gear Housing P.N. 3100520
(10) #10 x 1" Hex Head Screw P.N. 2160178
Aluminum Baseplate P.N. 3100524
Washer P.N. 3200657 Retaining Nut
Rev 4/98
12
P.N. 2200047 (requires 15/16" socket wrench)
Model RP-4000 Worm Gear & Retaining Plug See replacement procedure on page 8.
Upper Elevating Tube P.N. 3506032
Lower Elevating Tube P.N. 3506033
Nylon Bearing P.N. 3200656
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PARTS LIST
Upper Elevating Tub P.N. 3506032
LNBF is attached to pivot arm with: 1/4-20 x 1/2" Cap Screw P.N. 2160240
Lower Elevating Tube P.N. 3506033
RS-1000
Mount Adapter P.N. 2200114
Bolt P.N. 3200350
1/4-20 Nylock Hex Nut P.N. 2160220
(2) 1/4" Washer P.N. 2160024
LNBF Pivot Arm P.N. 2745059
Spring P.N. 2160820 (not shown for clarity)
(4) Nylon Bearing P.N. 2200726 (not shown for clarity)
LNBF P.N. 2780161
(4) Flat Head Bolts (white) P.N. 2160361
(3) 1/4 x 2-5/16" Pin P.N. 2160814
(2) Travel Link P.N. 2745050
Fixed Feed Arm P.N. 2745063
Travel Alignment Bracket P.N. 2745061
Rev. 5/99
(2) 1/4 x 1-7/8" Pin P.N. 2160694
NOT TO SCALE
(5) E-Clips P.N. 5160818
(2) Cable Clamp P.N. 2200060
(4) 1/4-20 Hex Nut, Nylock P.N. 2160220
Coaxial Cable RD-4600 20' P.N. 2753025
RD-4646 76" P.N. 2753064
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PARTS LIST
INTERIOR HARDWARE KIT RK-CEIL
Directional
Handle
Extension
Ceiling Base
Directional Dial
(4) #10 Phillip Flat Head Screws
Azimuth Lock
Azimuth Lock Knob
Washer
#10 x 3/8" Phillips
CRANK HANDLE KIT RK-HAND
#8-32 x 3/8" Phillips Screw
#8-32 Square Nut
Directional Handle
Crank Handle Base
Crank Handle
Knob
#10 x 3/8" Phillips Screw
Washer
Rev 6/05/01
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NOT TO SCALE
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SPECIFICATIONS
Height in the travel position 12.0" max.
Satellite antenna gain:
Cross polarization (on axis) -21 dB
RS-1000 antenna height 3.25"
Height when raised 37" max.
Operating radius 17" (34" diameter circle)
Roof space required 19.5" x 46.75"
LNB Compatible with DSS
Color White
Satellite antenna height 20.9"
Satellite antenna width 19.5"
F/D 0.59
Offset angle 24
o
Frequency range 10.95 - 12.75 GHz
11.2 GHz 33.22 dBi
12.1 GHz 33.89 dBi
12.6 GHz 34.23 dBi
Aperture efficiency 73%
*Beamwidth at -3 dB 3.5
*Beamwidth at -10 dB 7.0
o
o
RS-100 antenna gain
VHF 15.5 dB avg.
UHF 19.5 dB avg.
RS-1000 antenna width 14.5"
Wind loading Up to hurricane force
Weight 19 lbs. max.
Shipping weight: 21 lbs.
®
and DISH Network
TM
DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc. a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation. DISH NetworkTM is a trademark and a service mark of EchoStar Communications Corporation.
MODEL RP-4200 THICK ROOF KIT AVAILABLE
Winegard Company makes available Model RP-4200 which includes one directional handle extension and elevating shaft worm gear assembly. The RP-4200 is designed for roofs more than 4 3/4" to 6 3/4" thick. Contact Winegard Company if roof thickness measures more than 6 3/4". Refer to the table below for the correct directional handle and elevating shaft measurements. Remember to glue extensions (PVC glue is recommended) and handle together after checking that you have the correct length.
ROOF ELEVATING W/RW-1000 DIRECTIONAL Extension
THICKNESS SHAFT LENGTH HANDLE LENGTH
6 3/4" 8 1/4" 8 3/4" 5 1/8" 2 1/4" 6 1/2" 8" 8 1/2" 7 1/8" Not Required 6 1/4" 7 3/4" 8 1/4" 6 7/8" Not Required 6" 7 1/2" 8" 6 5/8" Not Required 5 3/4" 7 1/4" 7 3/4" 6 3/8" Not Required 5 1/2" 7 " 7 1/2" 6 1/8" Not Required 5 1/4" 6 3/4" 7 1/4" 5 7/8" Not Required 5" 6 1/2" 7" 5 5/8" Not Required
Rev 1/2001
Printed in U.S.A. Winegard Company • 3000 Kirkwood Street • Burlington, Iowa 52601-2000 © Winegard Company, 2001 2451142 Rev. 6/05/01
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