ConTour Array™ 1.4
3. Notes on Safety for the HK AUDIO ConTour Array™
The HK AUDIO ConTour Array™ Rigging System’s
terms for use require you to install it according
to the following specifications. Before you begin
installation, ensure the pick-points (for example, a
chain hoist) on the stage roof or the venue’s ceiling
comply with BGV-C1 accident prevention rules and
the safety standards authority TÜV has certified
them for the full load. Before every installation,
inspect all parts to ensure they are in good working
order. Take particular care to confirm that all
Aeroquip tracks and connecting parts (cables,
fittings) are free of damage.
Use only parts named in these instructions! Be sure
to protect cabinets used outdoors against rain and
moisture. Mount these enclosures according to the
instructions in this installation manual. Keep all
documents on the system in a safe place.
A thorough understanding of fundamental
operating safety and safety rules is essential for
handling and operating this rigging system safely.
This operating manual contains key instructions on
handling enclosures safely.
3.1 Responsibilities of the Operator
As the operator, allow only people to work with
rigging frames who are
• 16 or older,
• physically and mentally able, familiar with
the basic rules of industrial safety and
accident prevention, and trained in handling
rigging systems.
Be sure to review and confirm regularly your
personnel’s working safety awareness. In addition,
task individuals with specific responsibilities
for setting up, putting into service, operating,
maintaining, and repairing equipment. Ensure
a skilful and experienced technician supervises
personnel training to handle the rigging system.
Also ensure defects, flaws and other damages that
could impede safety are repaired immediately.
3.2 Maintenance, Inspection and
Repair of HK AUDIO ConTour
Array™ Rigging Hardware
Inspections
§ 39, VBG 9a of the German employers’ liability
insurance association’s accident prevention rules
requires a qualified expert to inspect load-bearing
equipment and repair potential defects before you
first commission it.
§ 40, VBG 9a requires load-bearing equipment
to be inspected at least yearly for cracks. Inspect
equipment used in dynamic applications for cracks
every six months.
Maintenance
You may replace easily serviceable wearing or
standard parts according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Use original replacement parts only.
Tighten screws and bolted connections
whenever necessary.
Repair
If parts of the load-bearing equipment become
deformed, it is up to the manufacturer to decide
if they are repairable. Only the manufacturer may
weld and repair load-bearing equipment.
3.3 Technical Specifications of
HK AUDIO ConTour Array™
Rigging Hardware
Load-carrying capacity: 150 kg/ 330 lbs.
Ambient temperature when in operation:
min –10° C, max + 60° C
3.4 Maximum Number of Flown
ConTour Array™ Enclosures
Fly no more than five (5) ConTour Array™ CTA 208
mid-/high-range units in stacked array from a
rigging frame.
Caution: Flying more than five CTA 208 cabinets in
stacked array voids the operating license!
3.5 Pick-points for Flying ConTour
Array™ Enclosures
Use only the rigging frame’s shackles in
combination with the holes in the center rail to
attach motors, chain hoists and straps!
• Clear the area immediately below arrays of people
before raising or lowering loads.
• Lift and lower flown mid/high enclosures
smoothly, avoiding abrupt stops or jerky motions.
• Secure the flown array with straps to prevent it
from moving, for example, in case of wind.
3.6 Structural Modifications of
ConTour Array™ Rigging Hardware
Do not modify the structure without the manu-
facturer’s consent. This also applies to welding
supporting parts. Structural changes require the
manufacturer’s written approval. Use original
replacement and wearing parts only.
3.7 Original HK AUDIO Accessories
Use original HK AUDIO parts only! The safety
standards authority TÜV has not certified any other
parts for use! Always install parts according to
these installation instructions! Store all documents
on the system in a safe place!
3.8 Initiation and Operation
§ 39, VBG 9a of the German employers’ liability
insurance association’s accident prevention rules
requires a qualified expert to inspect load-carrying
equipment and repair potential defects before you
first commission it.
§ 41 VBG 9a requires a non-routine inspection
on load-carrying equipment after damage, repair
work and other incidents that can affect
load-carrying capacity.
