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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 7.6m 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 7.6M 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
7.6M ESA.
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
Crane
15 Ton Minimum Capacity,
extended end
1
Nylon Web Slings (2000lb breaking strength)
3 Inch X 14 Foot 2
Rope or Cord (2000lb breaking strength)
50 feet 1
Shackles
5/8 Inch 2
Ladder
10 Foot Extension Ladder 1
Drive Sockets
1/16 Inch
9/16 Inch
7/8 Inch
3/4 Inch
1-1/4 Inch
1
1
1
1
1
Breaker Bar
1/2 Inch 1
Spud Wrenches
1-1/16 Inch
1-1/4 Inch
1
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
Safety Gloves
Standard 1
Wax Stick
Standard 1 (supplied)