R.5-MAX, R2-MAX, R6-MAX
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Installation and Operation Manual
R6-MAX INSTALLATION
GENERAL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
The R6-51MAX and the R6-BHMAX are each equipped
with four primary mounting points. Each point consists of
a 1/2”-13 threaded insert.
In all cases, a minimum of two
points - on opposite sides of the enclosure - (total of four
points) should be used to mount any R6 loudspeaker.
ACCEPTABLE MOUNTING POINT LOADING
The mounting points should always be used so that either
(1) shear force is applied perpendicular to the direction of the
mounting hole or (2) tension force is applied perpendicular
to the enclosure surface. They should be tightened to a
setting of 35 foot-pounds using a torque wrench.
DANGER
: Use the four mounting points only as
described herein and depicted in
Figure 6
(at right).
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
immediate failure of the mounting points with resultant
damage to the loudspeaker, and serious injury or loss of
life to personnel.
For many applications the top and bottom mounting
points, used together, are sufficient for secure mounting
of these loudspeakers. When a safety-cable mounting
point is required, one or both of the rear mounting points
may be used. In applications where the loudspeaker
may be subjected to high wind loads or other unusual
stresses, Community recommends that the loudspeaker
be mounted from the top, the bottom, and at least one of
the rear mounting points. The remaining rear mounting
point will then be available for attaching a safety cable. For
additional support in stressful applications it is
strongly
recommended that the mounting structure provided by the
installation contractor should utilize the front mounting
points for supplemental support. In all cases, it is highly
recommended to use as many mounting points as possible
(top/bottom, rear, front). When in doubt, consult with a
licensed P.E. or other competent and certified professional
who can review and approve the design.
CAUTION
: All of the mounting bolts supplied with
the R6 that are not used for mounting must be firmly
tightened and left in place with their rubber washers
to maintain the integrity of the weatherproofing.
Mounting bolt
Lock washer
Flat washer
Fiberglass enclosure
Rubber washer
Yoke or other mounting
fixture (between rubber
washer and flat washer)
Acceptable
Direction of
Force (Tension)
Acceptable
Direction of Force
(Tension)
Figure 6.
Mounting Point Loading
MOUNTING AN R6 MODEL LOUDSPEAKER
Mounting requirements for R6 loudspeakers vary widely
depending on the needs of the application. For this reason
Community does not supply a yoke, fasteners, or any other
mounting hardware with R6 loudspeakers.
The installer
must supply all such hardware and is responsible for
designing a secure mounting system for the loudspeaker.
A licensed P.E. (Professional Engineer), professional
mechanical engineer or other competent authority should
approve the design of the mounting system prior to
installation.
The R6 loudspeakers have four primary mounting points
consisting of 1/2”-13 threaded stainless steel inserts.
These are suitable for suspension of the loudspeaker.
Two are located on the rear; one is located on the top, and
one on the bottom. There are an additional 10 holes in the
front enclosure flange intended for supplemental support.
These holes are
not designed for primary suspension, nor
are they suitable for safety-cable attachment.
They are
intended for use ONLY as supplemental mounting points
for support of the front of the loudspeaker. Note that on
the R6-51MAX, three bolts on the top and the bottom of the
enclosure are used to fasten the MF/HF components to the
inside of the loudspeaker.
These bolts are not suitable for
suspension or for safety-cable attachment. They should
NOT be utilized in any way for mounting or rigging.
