Specifications

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2.6.INSTALLATIONPROCEDURES FOR
THE DK100/DK120AND THE N30A26
SERIES MOUNTINGKIT.
2.6.1. GENERAL. Model N30A26 Series Mount-
ingKit(CradleType)isanaluminumextrusionwith
a screw-attached securingplate that provides
ruggedmountingandprotectionof the beacon within
theaircraft.See Figure 3. Thebeacon should be
mountedhorizontallywiththeswitchendforward,if
possible.Ifverticalmountingisnecessary,switch
end must be mounted downward toprevent accu-
mulationof dirt, grease and water on theswitchend.
2.6.2. CRADLE MOUNTING PROCEDURE.
A. Using Figure 3 as a guide, locate the four
0.290 inch (0.737 cm) diameter holes on 1.500 by
2.400 inch (3.810 by 6.096 cm) centers. Be sure
access tothesecuringplateendis availablefor
futurebeaconinstallationandremoval.Approxi-
mately4.5inches (11.43 cm) clearance should be
allowed forbeacon removal.
Figure 3. N30A26 Series Mounting
Kit Installation Details
N30A26B Shown
NOTE
The mounting bracket can be used as a tem-
plate to mark for drilling the holes prior to
the installation of beacon. Always remove
beacon from mount prior to marking or drill-
ing.
CAUTION
WHEN MOUNTING TO THE AIR-
FRAME, CHECK THE OPPOSITE
SIDE OFTHEFRAME OR BULKHEAD
FOR DRILLING CLEARANCE.
WARNING
USE PROTECTIVE EYE EQUIPMENT
DURING DRILLING OPERATION.
B. After the four 0.290 inch (0.737 cm) diameter
holes have been located, drill the holes with an
“L” twist drill.
C. Secure the mounting cradle to the aircraft
structure with four 1/4-20 stainless steel screws
and associated washers and nuts (not furnished),
as shown in Figure 3. Alternate mounting with
threaded holes may be employed where structure
does not permit nuts on rear side.
CAUTION
DO NOT ADD ANY UNAPPROVED
STAMP, ETCHING, OR LABEL TO
THE BEACON CASE OR END CAPS.
2.6.3. INSTALLING DK100/DK120 BEACON
INTO N30A26 SERIES MOUNTING KIT.
A. If the securing plate and its attaching hard-
ware are already attached to the main body of the
mounting cradle, remove them.
B. Make sure that the beacon case and water
switch are free of grease or film. If in doubt,
wipe clean with mild detergent.