Maxview Crank Up B2590/65 Manual

Installation & operating instructions

B2590/65 & B2590/85 Crank Up

UK contact:

Helpline: +44 (0)1553 811000

Email: support@maxview.co.uk

Web: www.maxview.co.uk

Maxview reserve the right to change speciﬁcations without prior notice

9111410 Iss 3

Contents:

Introduction 2

Proper use & operation 2

Safety precautions 3

Application example 4

Product contents 4

Required tools and equipment 4

Selecting an installation location 5

Attaching Antenna Mount Plate 6

and LNB Park Plate

Attaching Antenna Unit to 7

Mount Plate

Introduction:

Please read these instructions fully before using the antenna for the ﬁrst time. The operation of the antenna has

been designed to be as simple as possible however should you require any technical assistance please contact

Maxview customer service on +44 (0)1553 811000 or visit www.maxview.co.uk.

Proper use & operation:

The Crank Up is designed to be installed in a motorhome, caravan or horsebox to automatically locate a television

broadcast satellite when the vehicle is stationary.

The Antenna which is to be permanently mounted externally to the roof structure of a motorhome/caravan

horsebox. The construction of the roof structure should be suitably robust and have no protruding obstacles

Use of the equipment for any other purpose than the one speciﬁed is not permitted and will invalidate the

warranty.

All instructions and models are subject to change. In accordance with policy of progressive product, the company

reserve the right to alter speciﬁcations.

Please keep these instructions safe for future reference.

Recycle packaging where facilities exist.

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Installing cables 8

Installing Handle 9

Attaching Satellite Dish to Unit 12

Finding a satellite 13

Start a search 13

Lowering antenna 15

Skew adjustment 16

Warranty 17

Speciﬁcations 18

Quick reference table 19

Satellite Zone Map 20

Safety precautions:

Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your satellite antenna. Understand its applications, its

limitations and any hazards involved. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,

ﬁre and/or serious injury. Maxview declines all responsibility in the event of incident or accident if they are due

to a non observation of the installation instructions or the way the product is used.

No modiﬁcations are permissible to the Antenna Unit or Handle Assembly

Installation

• Installation should be carried out by a competent person.

• Take care when working at heights keeping work area clean and tidy to avoid trip hazards

• Use creeper boards where necessary to ensure roof construction can support your weight

• Use a recommended adhesive from page 4 to bond the antenna unit to vehicle roof and follow the

manufacturer’s instructions during application

• Do not travel until adhesive has cured noting that curing times vary with weather conditions

• Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions

• All electrical work should be carried out by a competent person. If in doubt seek advice from a qualied

electrician

Operation

• Before starting your journey check that antenna is in the park position

• The maximum speed of vehicle with antenna mounted on roof is 81mph (130km/h)

• Never operate the antenna if someone is in close proximity of the antenna

• If high winds or electrical storms are anticipated lower antenna to park position

• Do not allow children to operate the antenna unit

• Do not operate the Crank Up with snow or ice on the antenna

Servicing

• If in the event that you do experience a problem with the system call Maxview Customer Service

+44 (0)1553 811000

• Any inspection or repair must be carried out by Maxview or an appointed representative of the manufacturer

• No regular maintenance required on the system

• Do not remove cover on Antenna

• Do not use solvent or abrasive cleaning agents on the system

• Use a suitable mild detergent to clean the Antenna Unit

• Do not pressure wash the Antenna Unit

• Check the Antenna Unit xings for mechanical integrity at least once a year

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Application example:

Product contents:

> Antenna Unit

> Handle Assembly

> 65/85cm Antenna (separate carton)

> Accessory Pack

> LNB Park Plate x 1

> No.10 Screws for plastic (small) x 10

> M4 Screws for Plastic x 5

> Cable Clips x 12

> M6 Button Head Screw x 4

> M6 Locking Nut x 4

> 6mm Plastic Washer x 4

> Aluminium 20mm Tube x 1

> Steel 4mm Spindle x 1

> Self Adhesive Zone Map x 1

> Compass x 1

> M5 Washers x 2

> Hexagonal socket key 4mm

> Deburrer/Round File/Emery paper

> Conduit (recommend method for securing cables)

*Maxview recommends the following adhesives:

> Sikaﬂex®-512 Caravan

> Geocel® Geobond HM

> Sikaﬂex®-252

Required tools and equipment (not supplied):

> 32mm hole saw

> 2.5mm and 8mm twist drill

> Power Drill

> Hacksaw

> No.2 Phillips screwdriver

> Weather Resistant Elastic Adhesive* and Applicator gun

> Surface Cleaner

> 10mm spanner

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Selecting an installation location:

Positioning the Antenna Unit and the Handle Assembly

Decide where you wish to mount your satellite system, taking into account

obstacles both on the roof and inside the vehicle. The system MUST be pointing

towards the rear of the vehicle

> Check for obstructions such as roof lights and vents.

> Check for electrical cables beneath screw ﬁxing points.

> Check the ‘F’ cables will reach satellite receiver (Maxview can supply extended

cables).

> Do not allow the dish to overhang the edge of the vehicle

> Clearance around antenna system when in use is shown with reference I

> Ensure adequate clearance of the handle assembly from cupboard doors and

light ﬁttings

Key dimensions (cm) and weights

65cm Crank Up: System weight 10kg

A: 17

B: 100

C: 67

D: 65

E: 96

F: ø43*

85cm Crank Up: System weight 11kg

A: 17

B: 117

C: 85

D: 87

E: 113

F: ø43*

B C

G: 52

H: 15

I: 110

G: 64

H: 14

I: 125

J: 16

K: 5

J: 16

K: 5

Attaching Antenna Mount Plate & LNB Park Plate:

1. Remove antenna unit from wooden transit packaging

2. Remove mounting plate from Antenna Unit by removing 6 x M6 nuts using 10mm spanner

3. Clean roof, Mounting Plate and LNB Park Plate in accordance with adhesive manufacturer’s guidelines

4. Mark a centre line for the antenna making sure dish will not overhang vehicle

5. Align notches on plate with centre line

6. Mark the position of 6 screw ﬁxing holes and centre hole

7. Mark position of LNB Park Plate

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10. Apply rings of adhesive* (see page 4) to

surface of Antenna Mounting Plate and LNB

Park Plate and ﬁrmly place them into position.

Important Note:

Adhesive MUST be used to give a water tight

seal between mounting plate and installation

surface.

8. Drill 6 x 2.5mm pilot holes into the roof

9. Using a 32mm holesaw drill the centre hole

through the roof

230mm 65cm (B2590/65)

350mm 85cm (B2590/85)Direction of travel

Central Line

Antenna Mount Plate

LNB Park

Plate

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11. Place a small amount of adhesive into each pilot hole before screwing plate to roof.

12. Wipe off excess adhesive with a cloth.

Note:

> Follow manufacturer’s instructions when applying adhesive. Do not travel until adhesive has cured noting

that curing times vary with weather conditions.

> Take care when working at heights. Always follow ladder manufacturer’s safety advice.

> Use creeper boards where necessary to ensure roof construction can support your weight.

> Power tools should be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

Attach Antenna Unit to Mounting Plate

Carefully lower the antenna unit onto the Mounting Plate and re-attach the M6 Nuts and Washers that were

previously removed.

Caution: Replace Nylon locking nuts if they have been removed more than twice. The locking action of the

Nylon becomes less effective if repeatedly assembled and disassembled.

7 x No. 10 screws (large)

Note:

DO NOT remove transit tape x 2

Note: LNB image shows different model.

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Installing Cable Entry Cover:

1. Plan your installation

2. Drill hole in roof

3. Prepare surface for adhesion

4. Apply sealant as shown in A,B,C

(we recommend Sikaﬂex-512 Caravan)*

5. Position top hat

6. Position cable entry cover

7. Wipe excess sealant with a dry cloth

Applying sealant example:

!= Generously apply

wet seal adhesive

Top hat

Hole location

tabs

Cable

32mm ø

Direction of travel

(front of vehicle)

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Installing cables:

1. Check there are no hidden cables in the roof structure and that the hole location is clear of obstructions both

internally and externally.

2. See below for Cable Entry Cover instructions

Application example:

Note: To prevent trip hazards it is recommended that cables are concealed in PVCu conduit (not supplied)

where access is required to the roof of the vehicle.

Use extra Cable Entry Cover

to route 2nd Sat feed to a

different location.

Available to order from

Maxview MXL018

Direction of travel

(front of vehicle)

Note: LNB

image shows

different

model.

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1. Push the aluminium tube into the plastic coupler and insert into the antenna unit through the hole in the

ceiling With the plastic coupler pushed up tight to the ceiling, mark the aluminium tube along all four sides.

Installing the handle:

Drilled hole

Aluminium tube

Coupler

Note: LNB

image shows

different

model.

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2. Cut the 20mm square tube with a hacksaw.

Make the cut so that the line is left on the

discarded part of the tube.

3. Now mark and cut the 4mm spindle so that it is

40mm longer than the tube.

40mm

4. With the Coupler Bush aligned to the rear of the vehicle insert the Tube and Coupler Bush through the ceiling

hole and into the antenna unit.

Aluminium Tube should not protrude past

the coupler bush

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Rear of vehicle

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