EAW MKD Series Instructions Manual Download Page 10

viii.

 

If securing the angle using an angle locking point, align the empty threaded hole 
to the preferred angle locking point. 

1.

 

Note,  for  weather  protected  applications  (using  MKD-WP  Series 
Loudspeakers),  apply  user-supplied,  waterproof,  non-hardening,  non-
locking thread sealant to the threads of a button head screw (B) per the 

thread  sealant’s  instructions.    Failure  to  do  so  could

  result  in  water 

ingress and damage to the loudspeaker. 

2.

 

Onto a button head screw (B), place a lock washer (C) and a flat washer 
(D). 

3.

 

Using a 6mm Allen wrench, loosely thread the screw and washers (B, C & 
D)  through  the  MKD  Series  U-Bracket  angle  lock  point  and  into  the 

loudspeaker’s center threaded mounting hole.  Repeat for the opposite 

side. 

ix.

 

Using a 6mm Allen wrench, tighten all button head screws (B). 
 

5.

 

Review the MKD Series Loudspeaker installation 

a.

 

Confirm the loudspeaker is level or plumb depending on the configuration. 

b.

 

Confirm the aim angle is as expected. 

c.

 

Confirm all hardware is tight. 

d.

 

For weather protected applications, confirm all sealants were applied properly. 
 

6.

 

Maintenance of an MKD Series U-Bracket installation 

a.

 

WARNING: Not following Maintenance instructions could result in equipment damage, 
serious injury or death.

 

b.

 

Maintenance should only be performed by an experienced technician.   

c.

 

As with any professional loudspeaker system, routine maintenance must be conducted in 
order to ensure the longevity and safe, consistent performance. 

d.

 

Inspect  the  MKD  Series  U-Bracket  for  corrosion  and  other  damage.    U-brackets  with 
visible damage should be replaced and discarded. 

e.

 

Inspect  hardware  securing  the  u-bracket  to  the  mounting  surface  for  corrosion  or 
looseness.    Tighten  loose  hardware  and  consider  installing  hardware  locking  methods.  
Replace and discard corroded hardware. 

f.

 

Inspect hardware mounting the MKD Series loudspeaker to the u-bracket for corrosion or 
looseness.  Tighten loose hardware.  Replace and discard corroded hardware. 

g.

 

For  weather  protected  applications  (using  MKD-WP  Series  Loudspeakers),  inspect 
hardware sealants for cracking or gaps in sealant.  Replace damaged sealant with user-
supplied, waterproof, non-hardening, non-

locking sealant per the sealant’s instructions.  

Failure to do so could result in water ingress and damage to the loudspeaker. 

h.

 

Clean the MKD Series U-Bracket and MKD Series Loudspeaker with a dry cloth. 
 

7.

 

Dismantling the MKD Series U-Bracket installation 

a.

 

WARNING HEAVY LIFTING, MULTIPLE PERSON LIFT

 

 Fully support the weight of the MKD 

Series Loudspeaker.  Using a 6mm Allen wrench, remove the button head screws at the 
mounting and angle lock points.  Carefully lower the loudspeaker to the ground. 

Summary of Contents for MKD Series

Page 1: ...MKD Series U Bracket Instructions ...

Page 2: ...s instructions 7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat 8 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 9 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way does not operate normally or has been dropped 10 Use personal protective equipment...

Page 3: ... your available hardware to items listed Item Description Quantity A MKD Series U Bracket 1 B Button Head Screw M10 X 45mm long 4 C Flat Washer 4 D Split lock Washer 4 E Rubber Washer 3mm thick 2 F Rubber Washer 6mm thick 2 Tools Needed 6mm Allen wrench ...

Page 4: ...t in damage injury or death e WARNING Take care when lifting MKD Series products to avoid harm or damage to product f WARNING MKD U Brackets are for suspension of loudspeakers only Suspension of persons is prohibited 3 Installation of the MKD Series U Bracket to a mounting surface a Test fit an MKD Series U Bracket on an MKD Series Loudspeaker to confirm the correct angle loudspeaker and u bracket...

Page 5: ... U Bracket has three mounting options i Four sets of slots for user supplied M6 or 1 4in hardware 1 These slots are spaced to align for standard stud spacing and allow for slight variations from standard stud spacing 2 If installing the MKD Series U Bracket by these slots one slot in each of the four sets must be secured for a total of 4 slots secured one slot secured in each of the four quarters ...

Page 6: ...n MKD Series Loudspeaker configuration i Each MKD Series U Bracket has several MKD Series Loudspeaker mounting and angle lock options ii Mounting points are indicated below by a letter The varying mounting points offer different distance settings to the MKD Series Loudspeaker from the mounting surface The varying mounting points also offer different angle lock settings The selected mounting point ...

Page 7: ... is an additional M10 screw in the bottom of each MKD Series loudspeaker This one location allows for additional angle lock settings when using the MKD Series U Bracket iv The mounting points offer the following lock angles when used in conjunction with the angle lock points These angles are measured from perpendicular to the mounting surface For a wall mount configuration 0 is aiming directly awa...

Page 8: ...he center of the top and bottom of each loudspeaker ii Using a 6mm Allen wrench remove the flat head screws located at the center of the top and bottom of the MKD Series Loudspeaker iii If choosing to use the MKD Series U Bracket angle lock points locate the flat head screw in the loudspeaker that corresponds with the intended install angle Using Mounting Point Angle Lock Point MKD800 U Bracket MK...

Page 9: ...rred mounting point v Using a 6mm Allen wrench loosely thread the screws and washers B C D through the MKD Series U Bracket mounting point through the selected rubber washer E or F and into the loudspeaker s center threaded mounting hole Repeat for the opposite side vi If using the MKD Series U bracket s slotted mounting point A the hardware may be preassembled to the MKD Series Loudspeaker 1 Note...

Page 10: ... Maintenance should only be performed by an experienced technician c As with any professional loudspeaker system routine maintenance must be conducted in order to ensure the longevity and safe consistent performance d Inspect the MKD Series U Bracket for corrosion and other damage U brackets with visible damage should be replaced and discarded e Inspect hardware securing the u bracket to the mount...

Page 11: ...6 42 EC A copy of this EU Declaration of Conformity is available at https eaw com downloads 142 660 wpfd certifications Contacting EAW We have attempted to make this manual and the instructions as thorough as possible However feel free to contact us with any further questions or comments for topics not covered Operating Questions EAW Applications Engineering Support Tel 508 234 6158 x3 Tel 800 992...

Page 12: ...ghts reserved Products are not drawn to scale All terms conditions and specifications subject to change without notice RD3030 C Eastern Acoustic Works One Main Street Whitinsville MA 01588 USA tel 800 992 5013 1 508 234 6158 www eaw com ...

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