TM 11-6660-200-14
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SUPPORT MAST GUYING.
SECURED AT GROUND LEVEL
If ground is level, perform steps 1 and 2. If ground is not level, perform steps 3
through 9.
1. Measure 10 feet (3.05 m) from center of support (1) between each set of long support
braces (2).
2. Drive guy stake (3) into ground with top of stake angled away from support (1). Go to step 4.
3. Measure 10 feet (3.05 m) from center of support (1), then position guy stakes (3) so angle
of guy wires (4) are approximately 45 degrees.
4. Loop guy wire (4) through loops in top of support (1).
5. Secure guy wire (4) with clamps (5).
6. Install eyebolt (6) and hand nut (7) through guy stakes (3). Leave hand nuts loose.
7. Pull wire to guy stake (3) and cut guy wire (4), allowing 1 foot (30.48 cm) to pass guy stake.
8. Install guy wire (4) through eyebolt (6) and secure with clamp (8).
9. Tighten all hand nuts (7) to apply even tension on all guy wires (4). Support must remain
vertical.
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