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ANNUAL INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
We suggest that you print out this
handy form,
marking each item completed
and keep it in your Satellite Equipment file
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ITEM
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Problem to look for / action to take |
Date
done
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Dish
Antenna
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Are
panels loose / missing? |
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Is
dish twisted or distorted? Correct or replace dish |
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Are
all nuts and bolts tight? Tighten and correct |
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Does
the dish move its position when the rim is gently pressed for sideways
or vertical movement? Test for loose nuts & bolts |
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Are
there rust spots on the dish or the pole? |
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| Does
it need protection from hail or snow? Cover with 30-40% shadecloth |
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| Does
it need protection from people who may damage or move it ? Surround with fence or other security measures. |
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| LNB |
Is
the LNB still in the centre of the dish? |
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| Are
there any insects, webs or other foreign items in the collector
ring, feedhorn or LNB? Remove all foreign items. |
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Is
the co-axial cable connected to the LNB waterproof? |
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| Are
the correct angles being used for polarization offset?? Check and correct, if needed. |
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| Coaxial Cable |
Are
cables firmly fixed to walls? Fix as required |
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| Is
the outside of the cable damaged? Protect damaged area or replace cable. |
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| Does
the cable have any sharp bends or knots in it? These could distort the cable, changing the impedance - correct / replace if needed. |
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See also Testing your Equipment
