User's Manual

605-0000-595 Subscriber Terminal Installation and Commissioning
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Lightning Protection for Exposed Bracket Mounted Outdoor Unit
5. Connect to the earth point in accordance with local practice.
If the above steps are followed any lightning strike on the outdoor unit mounting bracket
should be discharged safely to earth. Direct strikes on the antenna may cause damage to the
internal components of the outdoor unit and it is also possible that the charge may damage
components in the SIU. The addition of a master socket fitted with discharge tubes should
protect internal wiring and customers premise equipment from damage.