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1.0 Recommended Tools & Foundation Preparation
The following sections will offer you with information related to preparing to assemble and install the 5.6m ESA,
such as recommended tools (Section 1.1) and foundation preparation (Section 1.3). The details of the A-325
tensioning procedure required for the tightening of all A-325 hardware will also be explained (Section 1.2).
1.1 Recommended Tools
ASC Signal supplies all appropriate hardware/parts required for installation of the 5.6m ESA. All tools needed
for the installation process, however, should be provided by the installation crew.
ASC Signal recommends the following tools, as shown in Table 1.1, be used for a proper installation of the
5.6m.
Table 1.1: Recommended Tools
Tool Size Quantity
Open End or Combination Wrench
5/16 Inch
7/16 Inch
9/16 Inch
7/8 Inch
3/4 Inch
1/2 Inch
1-1/4 Inch
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
Drive Sockets
1/16 Inch
9/16 Inch
7/8 Inch
3/4 Inch
1-1/4 Inch
1
1
1
1
1
Spud Wrench
1-1/16 Inch
1-1/4 Inch
1
1
Breaker Bar
1/2 Inch 1
Screwdriver
Standard / Flathead
Phillips
1
1
Allen Wrench
7/64 Inch
3/16 Inch
1/4 Inch
1
1
1
Tape Measure (or other/similar measuring device)
Standard 1
Felt-tip Marker (or other/similar marking device)
Standard 1
Hammer
Standard 1
Rubber Mallet
Standard 1
Pry Bar
Standard 1
Tin Snips
Standard 1
Crane
1 Ton Minimum Capacity,
extended end
1
Rope or Cord (2000lb breaking strength)
50 feet 1
Shackles
5/8 Inch 2
Ladder
10 Foot Extension Ladder 1
Nylon Web Slings (2000lb breaking strength)
3 Inch X 14 Foot 2
Safety Gloves
Standard 1
Wax Stick
Standard 1 (supplied)