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step 4.
Figure 22 – Screw cap
4. Replace the gas discharge tube; see Figure 23.
1. Hold the screw cap upside down.
2. Place the discharge tube in the cap.
3. Position the surge protector over the screw cap.
4. Screw the cap into the surge protector as far as possible by hand, then tighten the cap with the
screwdriver.
Figure 23 – Replacing a gas discharge tube in a surge protector
5. Connect the surge protector to the Bias-T.
6. Connect the Bias-T power cable to the surge protector.
7. Apply the dc power.
2.7 – Installing Type N lightning arresters
Type N lightning arresters must be secured to a copper grounding plate using mounting brackets, then
connected to IF cables.
To install a lightning arrester
1. Attach a mounting bracket to the copper grounding plate for each lightning arrester used in the
system, as shown in Figure 24.
Note 1 - BS components and cables must be installed and serviced by trained personnel who
are experienced in the local, national and civil electrical and safety regulations of the area
where the equipment is being installed.
Some areas require that only licensed individuals may install and service equipment. Consult
appropriate local authorities prior to installation.
Note 2 - All IF cabling must meet local safety and building code requirements.
Screw cap
Gas discharge tube
Screw cap