FEATURES OF BOOM ANTENNA HINGE SYSTEM (BAHS)
Antenna is automatically latched securely in place when tower is upright
Antenna is automatically released to pivot relative to the mast as the tower is tilted downward
Antenna is hooked securely in a horizontal position near ground for maintenance
All phases of installation (rotor, mast, antenna, feed lines) can be accomplished from ground level
Heavy duty 6061 aluminum and stainless steel throughout
All mounting hardware is stainless steel
Designed for 2" OD mast and boom (specials possible)
Professionally engineered to handle large beams
All antenna work is done with your feet safely on the ground
DISCRIPTION OF OPERATION
Lowering of Tower
Turn rotor so boom is parallel with tower pivot. Boom must be on same side of mast as tower pivot
Operate winch to lower tower
As antenna elements reach ground level manually guide elements so they don't hit ground
When tower is in the desired down position provide solid support under tower before working on system
Engage hook of BAHS with mast
Perform needed maintenance or installation
Raising of Tower
Disengage hook of BAHS from mast
Operate winch to raise tower
Guide antenna if necessary while near ground
When tower is secured in upright position, antenna is automatically latched in position
Photos showing Sequence of Operation