M2 Antenna Systems FGAE1000-D1-W-D-A-N User manual

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 4402 N. Selland Ave. Fresno, CA 93722
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M2 Antenna Systems, Inc.
Model No: FGAE1000-D1-W-D-A-N
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model ........................................FGAE1000-D1-W-D-A-N
Motor Type .................................DC Motor
Worm Gear Configuration ..........Single
Enclosure Type ......................... Weatherproof
Mount Style ................................Satellite Dish
Body Material .............................Aluminum
Environment Control...................No Heater

SYSTEM OVERVIEW & DIMENSIONS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Look over all the DRAWINGS to get familiar with the various parts and assem-
blies in the system. Tools handy for assembly process: screwdriver, 11/32, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8” spin
-tites, end wrenches and/or sockets, measuring tape.
Note:
All installations are unique in some way, which means it's OK to preassemble certain hardware, or
rearrange the assembly process to meet specific site requirements. A quick review of the assembly
notes and drawings should help firm up the appropriate strategy. Please remember to double-check
all hardware for tightness BEFORE it becomes inaccessible.
Two containers of zinc paste (Penetrox, Noalox, or equiv.) have been provided to enhance
and maintain the quality of all electrical junctions on this system. Apply a thin coat wherever
two pieces of aluminum come in contact or any other electrical connections are made. It is
also useful on screws and bolt threads as an ANTI SEIZE compound.

6” PIPE CLAMPS

FGAE1000-D1-W-D-A-N
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”, SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW, SS
QTY (6)
O-RING, BUNA, #153
QTY (1)
INSTALL O-RING PRIOR
TO ATTACHING ELEVATION
ASSEMBLY. THE USE OF
SILICONE GREASE IS HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED

COUNTER BALANCE DRIVE ARM ASSEMBLY
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”, HEX HEAD, SS
LOCK WASHER, 3/8”, SS
NUT, 3/8”, SS
QTY (32)
1. INSTALL DRIVE SIDE COUNTER BALANCE ARM USING THE 1/4-20 X 1.0” BOLTS
AND LOCK WASHERS. BE SURE TO MATE ARM FACE FLUSH TO THE FACE OF
THE DRIVE SPUD.
2. INSTALL LOCKING DOG USING 3/8-24 X 1.500” BOLTS AND LOCK WASHER.
TIGHTEN AS NEEDED TO ENSURE NO MOVEMENT IN THE ASSEMBLY JOINT.
DRIVE SIDE
COUNTER BALANCE
ARM
LOCKING DOG
BOLT 1/4-20 X 1”, HEX HEAD, SS
LOCK WASHER, 1/4”, SS
QTY (2)
BOLT, 3/8-24 X 1-1/2”
HEX HEAD, SS
LOCK WASHER, 3/8”, SS
QTY (2)
DRIVE SPUD
BOX FRAME

COUNTER BALANCE COAST ARM ASSEMBLY
O-RING
BUNA
#153
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”, HEX HEAD, SS
LOCK WASHER, 3/8”, SS
NUT, 3/8-16”, SS
QTY (32)
BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1”, HEX HEAD, SS
LOCK WASHER, 5/16”, SS
NUT, 5/16”, SS
QTY (6)

FGAE1000-D1-W-D-A-N
PARTS & HARDWARE LIST
DESCRIPTION QTY
COUNTER BALANCE ARM ASSEMBLY, COAST(SAAE1590) ..................1
COUNTER BALANCE ARM ASSEMBLY, DRIVE (SAAE1591)...................1
AE1000 ELEVATION ASSEMBLY (SAAE1945) ..........................................1
AE1000 AZIMUTH ASSEMBLY (SAAE1946) ..............................................1
LOCKING COLLAR (M2AAE1601) ..............................................................2
DRIVE DOG, COUNTER BALANCE ARM (M2AAE1611) ...........................1
DISH BOX FRAME (M2AAE1619) ..............................................................1
COUNTER BALANCE WEIGHT, 5lbs. (M2AAE1625).................................2
COUNTER BALANCE WEIGHT, 10lbs. (M2AAE1626)...............................2
COUNTER BALANCE WEIGHT, 15lbs. (M2AAE1627)...............................2
BOX FRAME RIB (M2AAE1636)..................................................................2
O-RING, #153 ..............................................................................................2
7 PIN FEMALE RIGHT ANGLE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY .......................2
SHRINK TUBING 1/8” X 4” ..........................................................................2
NYLON TIE, 14” ...........................................................................................5
NYLON TIE, 8” .............................................................................................15
PENETROX OR ZINC PASTE (CUP). .........................................................2
HARDWARE
BOLT, 3/8-24 X 1-1/2”, HEX HEAD, SS .......................................................2
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”, SOCKET HEAD, SS................................................12
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”, HEX HEAD, SS. ......................................................32
BOLT, 3/8-16 X 3/4”, SQUARE HEAD, SS ..................................................2
LOCK WASHER, 3/8”, SS............................................................................34
NUT, 3/8-16, SS...........................................................................................32
BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1”, HEX HEAD, SS ...........................................................6
LOCK WASHER, 5/16”, SS..........................................................................6
BOLT, 1/4-20 X 1”, HEX HEAD, SS .............................................................2
LOCK WASHER, 1/4”, SS............................................................................2
SCREW, 8-32 X 1/2”, SET, SS. ...................................................................4
ALLEN KEY, 5/64”........................................................................................1
M2 ANTENNA SYSTEMS, INC.
4402 N. Selland Ave.
Fresno, CA 93722
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AZ/EL JUNCTION BLOCK CONNECTIONS
The pictures on this page shows the standard wiring in the junction boxes (with switch reversing diodes) & 7 pin
female right angle connector assembly. The system works the following way: Current is constant through the limit
switches and through to the positioner. When the limit switch is activated, it breaks the contact and stops the cur-
rent from continuing. Reversing the positioner in the opposite direction, incorporates directional diodes. Because
this is a standard wiring system, there may be variations to this system that may be changed by your specific ori-
entation of each Axis.
B = GREEN
A = WHITE
D = BLACK
G = BLUE
E = ORANGE

LSK-1000 OVERVIEW:
The LSK-1000 limit switch kit is a physical hard backup limit. The standard control unit supplied with our AZ or EL
has “Electronic Limits”, but the LSK-1000 limit switch kit, has been designed as a physical backup system in
the event of a control unit failure. The factory has pre-installed the LSK-1000 limit switch kit into the AZ and EL
units for you. Typically the LSK-1000 limit switches only need to be setup once, but can be adjusted when neces-
sary.
LSK-1000 MANUAL LIMIT SWITCH PRE-TEST:
Remove one half of the black enclosure from the po-
sitioner unit that DOES NOT have cord grips or wires
running into it. You will see the limit switches (A,B) the
limit arm (C), and limit screw (D) as pictured to the
right. We have not installed the limit screw due to
unknown customer orientation. Move the supplied
RC2800 control unit near the positioner for proper limit
switch testing. With the positioner wired to the control
unit, turn the control unit on. Be sure to test the proper
direction of each positioner before moving forward.
Once you have determined the correct direction of ro-
tation from the control units’ “Control Buttons,” deter-
mine which limit switch will be activated by the rotation
of the main gear and limit screw. Press a known direc-
tion using the “Control Buttons,” and manually activate
the limit switch. At this point the positioner should stop
it’s travel. Continue holding the limit switch and re-
verse the direction using the “Control Buttons.” The
motor should move away from the engaged limit
switch. This confirms proper wiring and operation of
the limit switch. Repeat this procedure for the other
direction and limit switch. We suggest, completing
each axis (ie Azimuth and Elevation) prior to moving
onto the final setup.
C
A
B
D
AZ/ EL-1000 LIMIT SWITCH ARANGEMENT
AZ/EL PHYSICAL LIMIT SWITCH TEST
FINAL SETUP OF THE LIMIT SET SCREWS:
We have included (2) limit screws, one for each limit switch. The limit screws can be setup at any position based
upon the orientation of your choice. On Azimuth and Elevation use the supplied 8-32 x 1/2” set screws and 5/64
allen wrench. DO NOT INSTALL AT THIS TIME. You can always make slight adjustments to the limit screw if
necessary. We have provided adjustment holes at every 5°. We suggest leaving the cover off of the unit until you
have completed your testing.

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
90 day maintenance
1. Visual inspection of complete system, look for rust or corrosion and loose hardware.
2. Manually move each axis individually and LISTEN for smooth operation.
3. Check cables for wear and cracking.
4. Check each axis for physical looseness and or backlash (adjust if necessary).
5. Remove covers, check and clean any excessive foreign debris.
6. Grease main gear and worm gear.
7. Lubricate polarity chain with chain lubricant.
8. Check for proper operation of each axis.
9. Replace covers.
1 year maintenance
1. Visual inspection of complete system, look for rust or corrosion and loose hardware.
2. Manually move each axis individually and LISTEN for smooth operation.
3. Check cables for wear and cracking.
4. Check each axis for physical looseness and or backlash (adjust if necessary).
5. Remove covers, check and clean any excessive foreign debris.
6. Check AZ-1000 and EL-1000, thrust block oil-light bearings for wear.
7. Check main load bearings for each individual axis and look for radial slop and or bearing binding.
8. Grease main gear and worm gear.
9. Check physical limit switch operation.
10. Check for proper operation of each axis.
11. Replace covers.