User's Manual

SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 35
Grounding Guidelines
This appendix provides some guidelines for properly grounding the
SkyPilot Connector.
Proper grounding protects both your SkyPilot device and equipment
connected to it. For the surge protection circuitry built into the SkyPilot
equipment to be effective, proper grounding of the unit is necessary. This
is especially true if you’re installing devices on tall structures, or in areas
subject to lightning.
NOTE The techniques described in this appendix are intended as
general guidelines only and do not constitute a comprehensive
guide covering all installation scenarios. For maximum protection,
contact a qualified installation specialist who is familiar with your
operating environments. If lightning is a threat in your area,
consider a consultation with a lightning and transient protection
specialist.
General Grounding Strategy
To ensure optimal reliability, properly ground the metal base of the
SkyPilot device. The most efficient way to ground the device is to use an
8 GA or larger wire to connect it to a ground point on the structure or
tower.
The three most common ground points are:
• A cold-water pipe. Make sure it is well connected to earth.
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