Satellite Dish Conversion KitInstallation Instructions

This kit will allow you to modify any standard, residential type, TV satellite dish for mobile use with an RV. The kit contains all the necessary parts to make the conversion and does not permanently alter the original dish, in the event you wish to change it back. If you wish to change it back at a later date, retain the original parts you will remove. Please review all the instructions detailed below before proceeding. The conversion is not complex, but should you have a question, please email us at sales@tv4rv.com or call us at 541-244-0250.

Once the conversion is complete, remember: When making elevation adjustments, first loosen both locking wingnuts before adjusting the jack screw wingnut. Depending on usage and weather conditions, it may be necessary to disassemble, clean and spray the skew and elevation assemblies with WD-40 when they no longer move easily.

PARTS LIST: 5 – ¼-20 WINGNUTS; 7 – ¼” FLAT WASHERS; 1 – ¼” x 1” FENDER WASHER; 1 – ¼-20 x 3” PIVOT SCREW; 1 – 10-24 x ½” MACHINE SCREW WITH LOCK WASHER AND NUT; 1 – LEVER ARM ASSEMBLY; 1 – JACK SCREW FIXTURE.

Figure 1 shows the various components you will be changing for this modification

PLEASE NOTE:IF THE DISH YOU ARE MODIFYING DOES NOT HAVE A SKEW/TILT ADJUSTMENT, SKIP STEPS 1-5 AND

STEP 10.PROCEED TO STEPS 6-9.

STEP 1 – Remove the nuts from the four DISH MOUNTING SCREWS and remove the dish to reveal the FRONT SKEW PLATE as shown in FIG. 2. Retain the screws and nuts for later use. Note the PIVOT HOLE on the FRONT SKEW PLATE. This is the pivot point on which the skew plate rotates for adjustment.

STEP 2 – Remove the nuts from the two SKEW/TILT SCREWS and retain the screws and nuts. Remove the FRONT SKEW PLATE and LNB arm assembly to expose the REAR SKEW PLATES.

NOTE: Some dishes use hex screws that screw into threads in the frame in place of hex screws with nuts. If your dish uses this method remove the hex bolt and insert it into the threads from the back leaving the threads exposed to attach a wing nut.

STEP 3 - Inspect the bearing surfaces of both REAR SKEW PLATES and the FRONT SKEW PLATE for rust or dirt and clean. if necessary. Spray all bearing surfaces with WD-40 to repel water and insure smooth movement when making adjustments.

Locate the PIVOT PIN on the REAR SKEW PLATE. Some pins are as shown in FIG. 3 while other pins may have a TAB onto which the FRONT SKEW PLATE hangs. If your dish has a tab, it is not necessary to install the 10-24 screw in STEP 5 below.

STEP 4 - Raise the REAR SKEW PLATE with the PIN to maximum height and lower the other plate to the lowest position as shown in FIG. 4.

STEP 5– Reassemble the FRONT SKEW PLATE to the REAR SKEW PLATE placing the PIVOT HOLE of the FRONT SKEW PLATE over the PIVOT POINT of the REAR SKEW PLATE. Insert the 10-24 X ½” MACHINE SCREW into the SKEW PIVOT HOLE of the FRONT SKEW PLATE. From the backside, add the lock washer and nut – then tighten. This will prevent the front skew plate from slipping off the pivot point during adjustment. See FIG. 5 below.

STEP 6 – Replace the two, original skew / tilt screws and secure the FRONT SKEW PLATE with a ¼” FLAT WASHER and a ¼-20 WINGNUT on each screw. Replace the two, original nuts on the ELEVATION SCREWS with a ¼” FLAT WASHER and a ¼-20 WINGNUT on each screw. Moving the elevation assembly as needed, apply a film of WD-40 to the backside of each elevation plate, approximately ¼” above and below the slot, to allow smooth movement. (SEE FIG 6 below.)

Note that in FIG 6 we have enhanced the adjustment setting numbers and markings, making them easier to read. If you wish to do this, remove the adjustment knobs, washers and bolts. Wipe a small amount of black paint over the markings, working it into the depressions. Use a clean cloth with a small amount of alcohol to wipe the paint from the upper surface but not pressing hard enough to remove the paint from the depressions. Reassemble the locking knob when the paint is dry.

STEP 7 – Remove the original PIVOT BOLT and retain the NYLOCK NUT. Install one 1/4” FLAT WASHER onto the 1/4-20 X 3” PIVOT BOLT from the kit. Insert in place of the original PIVOT BOLT as shown in FIG. 7 Add one, ¼” FLAT WASHER, then the LEVER ARM as shown in Fig. 8 Take care that the PUSH FOOT of the LEVER ARM is next to the REAR SKEW PLATE. Complete the assembly, adding another ¼” FLAT WASHER and the NYLOCK NUT. Tighten the NYLOCK NUT, leaving approximately 1/32” side play in the adjustment so the LEVER ARM has free movement.

When installing this kit on a Winegard dish, like the one above, use the hole closest to the center when installing the lever arm in Step 7.

STEP 8 – Set the elevation to 60. Remove the original nut from the LOWER MAST CLAMP SCREW. Install the JACK SCREW FIXTURE as shown in FIG. 9 Secure with one, ¼” FLAT WASHER and one, ¼-20 HEX NUT.

STEP 9 – Insert the threaded rod through the eye of the JACK SCREW FIXTURE, raising the LEVER ARM and adjusting the elevation setting, as necessary. Install the ¼ X1” FENDER WASHER and a ¼-20 WINGNUT on the threaded rod below the eye screw. (SEE FIG. 8)

STEP 10 – Replace the dish, using the four original DISH MOUNTING SCREWS and nuts to complete the modifications.

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