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1.0 Recommended Tools & Foundation Preparation
The following sections offer information related to preparing to assemble/install the 9.3m ESA, such as
recommended tools, foundation preparation, & the details of the A-325 tensioning procedure required for the
tightening of all A-325 hardware.
1.1 Recommended Tools
ASC Signal supplies all appropriate hardware/parts required for installation of the 9.3m ESA. All tools needed
for the installation process, however, should be provided by the installation crew. ASC Signal recommends the
following tools (Table 1.1), be used for a proper installation of the 9.3m ESA:
NOTE: the tools listed in the below table are subject to change without notice. Consult assembly instruction documents,
drawings, and/or ASC Signal Tech Support for confirmation.
Table 1.1: Recommended Tools
Tool
Size
Quantity
Open End or Combination Wrench
1/4 Inch
5/16 Inch
3/8 Inch
7/16 Inch
9/16 Inch
7/8 Inch
3/4 Inch
1/2 Inch
1-1/16 Inch
1-1/8 Inch
1-7/16 Inch
1-5/8 Inch
1-7/8 Inch
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Crane
18 Ton Minimum Capacity, extended end
1
Nylon Web Slings (2000lb breaking strength)
3 Inch X 20 Foot
4
Rope or Cord (2000lb breaking strength)
50 feet
1
Shackles
5/8 Inch
4
Ladder
10 Foot Extension Ladder
10 Foot Stepladder
2
2
Drift Pins
5/8 – 7/8 Inch
1/4 – 1/2 Inch
2
2
Bucket Truck
1
Drive Sockets
5/16 Inch
7/16 Inch
1/2 Inch
9/16 Inch
3/4 Inch
15/16 Inch
1-1/16 Inch
1-1/8 Inch
1-7/16 Inch
1-7/8 Inch
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
2
1
1
Torque Wrench
250 ft-lbs
1
Adjustable Wrenches
8 Inch
12 Inch
1
1
Breaker Bar
3/4 Inch
2
Spud Wrench
1-1/8 Inch
2
Screwdriver
Flathead & Phillips
1 each
Allen Wrenches
Complete Set
1
Drill
Electric
1
Tape Measure (or similar measuring device)
Standard
1
Felt-tip Marker (or equivalent)
Standard
1
Hammer
Standard
1
Rubber Mallet
Standard
1
Pry Bar
Standard
1