Xylem H-223 - Manual (Page 5)

Assembly &
Installation Instructions
H-223
Assembly & Installation Instructions 1-1
1.0 Introduction
The W ATER LOG ® H-223 is a rugged, high-gain Yagi antenna designed for use with fixed location GOES
Satellite Data Collection Platforms. The antenna has two 5-element Yagi antennae mounted on an
extruded aluminum boom. The one-piece reflector and director elements lock firmly into place with a
unique ½-turn cam-lock mechanism.
Key features include:
Rugged, heavy duty construction
High gain
Circular polarization
Fully adjustable mount fits on a 2-inch pipe mast
Can be disassembled for easy transport and shipping
2.0 Assembly
The W
ATER
LOG ® H-223 antenna is shipped disassembled in a 4" x 4" x 48" box. You will need a 6-inch
adjustable wrench and a pair of pliers to assemble the antenna. Unpack and familiarize yourself with the
parts. You should have:
Quan Description
1 Adjustable mount, complete with 2 setscrews, 2- bolts, 2-nuts and 4-washers
1 1" square x 38" boom
4 Dipole elements (7" long, with threaded stud)
1 Reflector-A element (14-3/4" long, with eccentric cam)
1 Reflector-B element (14-3/4" long, with round notch)
3 Director-A elements (13-1/4" long, with eccentric cam)
3 Director-B elements (13-1/4" long, with round notch)
Refer to the assembly drawing for the proper location of each element. Install the elements as follows:
Install three sets of director elements (13-1/4" long)
Install one set of reflector elements (14-3/4" long)
Install four dipole elements (7" long with threaded stud)