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(7) Select an area as close to power entry panel as possible to install
ground rod. Then assemble the first ground rod and coupling to the slide hammer
CAUTION
Do not allow ground rod to rotate when removing the slide hammer rod.
Rods must be kept screwed together to make a good electrical ground.
NOTE
Before driving ground rod be certain that rods meet inside coupling.
Be sure collar is handtight against coupling.
(8) Place slide hammer on hammer rod end and drive ground rod into ground.
Remove slide hammer rod. Attach slide hammer rod to a new section of ground rod,
and repeat procedure until only 12 in. (30.5 cm) of the third rod is above ground.
(9) Remove slide hammer and hammer rod and place in section.
(10) Secure ground cable clamp and ground cable to ground rod.
WARNING
To prevent death or serious injury, do not handle or clean power cable or
connectors when cable is connected to power source.
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