VARSITY Scoreboards 3315, Installation Manual

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INSTALLING MOUNTING POLES OR I-BEAMS
The following information for installing the mounting poles/
beams are suggestions only. Local codes, field placement,
scoreboard options, customer preference, and other special
considerations will determine the specifics of your installation,
including footer specifications, above ground height, and total
length of the poles/I-beams
Consult with local building officials for the required pole sizes
and footer construction regarding this installation. A local
architect, structural engineer, or sign installer may also be a
source of assistance.
1 /
Install the two (2) mounting poles/beams (supplied by the
customer) on the field 11’-8” (eleven feet, eight inches) center
to center with 15’-6”(*) of pole/beam above ground (refer to the
installation diagram below). If a sponsor panel is to be mounted
above the scoreboard, leave 17’-0” (*) of pole/beam above
ground (an additional 21”).
Remember: Keep boom and lines away from power lines to
avoid shock or electrical burn
2 /
The poles / I-beams must be set into concrete footers. Make
sure the poles are level and plumb and spaced on recommended
11 ’ 8" centers. The mounting faces of poles/I-beams must be
straight with each other.
NOTE: IF THE POLES/I-BEAMS ARE NOT IN ALIGNMENT — SHIMS MAY
BE NEEDED TO MOUNT THE SCOREBOARD PROPERLY. MOUNTING THE
SCOREBOARD WITH THE POLES/I-BEAMS OUT OF ALIGNMENT MAY
DAMAGE THE SCOREBOARD AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
RE-USING OLD COLUMNS
If you plan to re-use old columns to install your scoreboard,
please take measurements of your columns and call technical
support at 800-411-3136 to discuss further instructions.
NOTE: The location of the disconnect switch after
installation shall comply with Article 600 of the
National Electric Code.
I - BEAM
PIPE
11’8” @ Centerline
11’8” @ Centerline
15’ - 6” To Top
of Beam/Pole
With No Sponsor
Panels
Depth
Determined by
Local Codes
11’8”
16’
2’2” 11’8”
6’
5’
10’
Depth
Determined by
Local Codes