R.5-MAX, R2-MAX
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Installation and Operation Manual
RIGGING / SUSPENSION AND SAFETY
TERMINOLOGY:
The terms “rigging", “flying" and
“suspension" are often used interchangeably to describe
the installation of loudspeaker systems above ground level.
None of these terms pertain to, or attempt to describe, the
actual method that is used (cables, brackets, chains, etc.).
DANGER:
The loudspeakers described in this
manual are designed and intended to be suspended
using a variety of rigging hardware, means, and
methods. It is essential that all installation work involving
the suspension of these loudspeaker products be performed
by competent, knowledgeable persons who understand
safe rigging practices. Severe injury and/or loss of life may
occur if these products are improperly suspended.
DANGER:
All rigging fittings and inserts must remain
sealed with the included hardware or they must be
fitted with properly rated optional mounting hardware.
Any missing fasteners will compromise the weather
resistance of the enclosure.
COMMUNITY RIGGING HARDWARE WARRANTY:
Community warrants that its loudspeaker systems and
its optional mounting and rigging hardware have been
carefully designed and tested. Community loudspeakers
may be safely suspended when each loudspeaker model
is suspended with Community-manufactured mounting
and rigging brackets specifically designed for use with
that particular model of loudspeaker. This warranty applies
only for use under normal environmental conditions, and
when all loudspeakers, component parts, brackets and
hardware are assembled and installed in strict accordance
with Community’s installation guidelines contained herein.
Beyond this, Community assumes no further or extended
responsibility or liability, in any way or by any means
whatsoever. It is the responsibility of the installer to insure
that safe installation practices are followed, and that such
practices are in accordance with any and all local, state,
federal, or other, codes, conditions, and regulations that may
apply to, or govern the practice of, rigging, mounting, and
construction work in the relevant geographic territory. Any
modifications made to any parts or materials manufactured
or supplied by Community shall immediately void all pledges
of warranty or surety, related in any way to the safe use of
those parts and materials.
WARNING
NON-COMMUNITY RIGGING HARDWARE:
Non-Community hardware used for rigging an
R-Series loudspeaker must be certified by the supplier for
such use and must be properly rated for safety.
IMPORTANT NOTES ON RIGGING LOUDSPEAKERS
There are three areas of responsibility for rigging
loudspeakers. The first is the building structure. Always
consult with the building architect or structural engineer
to assure the ability of the structure to support the
loudspeaker system. The second area of responsibility is
the loudspeaker itself. Community certifies its loudspeaker
systems and rigging accessories for suspension when they
are properly installed according to our published guidelines.
The third area of responsibility is everything between the
loudspeaker and the building structure and the actual
process of installation. The installing contractor assumes
this responsibility. Loudspeaker rigging should be performed
only by certified rigging professionals using certified rigging
hardware chosen for the specific application. Prior to
installation, the contractor should present a rigging plan,
with drawing and detailed parts list, to a licensed structural
engineer (P.E.) or architect for written approval.
WARNING:
R-Series rigging fittings are rated at a
Working Load Limit of 100 lbs (45.4kg) with a 10:1
safety margin. No single rigging fitting should ever be
subjected to a load that is greater than 100 lbs. Failure to
heed this warning could result in injury or death!
ACCEPTABLE MOUNTING POINT LOADING
The mounting points should always be used so that either
shear force is applied perpendicular to the direction of and
in tight proximity to the mounting hole, or tension force
is applied perpendicular to the enclosure surface. See
Figure 1
below.
DANGER:
Use the mounting points only as described
above. Do not use them in such a way as to apply
sideways leverage to them. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in immediate failure of the mounting
points resulting in damage to the loudspeaker and serious
injury or death to personnel
Correct
Yoke tight against
enclosure (R.5-MAX)
or rubber washer and
enclosure (R2-MAX)
NOT Correct
Bracket spaced away
from enclosure
Enclosure
Yoke
Figure 1
. Mounting point load
Custom
Bracket