MilkyWay
MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
The turntable can be supported in a variety of ways. To prevent the rail-plate from twisting during load, the
turntable must always be fixed at each incoming rail and at a minimum of four evenly distributed points.
1) Mark the central point where the unit is to be installed. This is usually done using either a template or the
base plate itself or by using a chalk-line to mark the ceiling to form a cross.
2) The turntable can be installed directly to pendants or other fixtures, or it could be installed to the rails.
The distance from the turntable to the first fixture must be maximum 300 mm and minimum 100 mm if it
is only supported at the rails (A). If the turntable is also fixed to the ceiling, the distance to the first fixture can
be up to 1500 mm (B).
3) If the turntable is not lowered from the ceiling with attachments by a minimum of 59 mm, it is necessary to remove
from the ceiling a circle of material around the centre point approximately 430 mm in diameter and to a depth
equal to the mentioned lowering distance. This is to enable the bearing on the top of the turntable to be recessed
into the ceiling. Ceiling distances to achieve the desired lowering is included in the turntable kit and may be used if
desired.
3.6.2: Installation, example
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426
100-300
100-1500
A
B
4) When installation method has been decided, the turntable or a
template can be used to mark the fixing holes on the ceiling.
The outer hole circle with 10.5 mm holes should be used to lock the
joint plate to the incoming rail. The inner hole circle should be used
to mount the turntable to the ceiling.
To accurately position the turntable on the ceiling, the pencil marks
that were made earlier should be visible through the holes in the
turntable plate. Once all four marks are visible, they should be drilled.
5) Secure the turntable to the ceiling with appropriate fixings (four or
more M10 bolts or anchors).
When mounting the turntable, it is important to keep the turntable level. If the ceiling/joists are misaligned in some
way, it may be necessary to introduce shims under the turntable base plate.
Do not completely tighten the fixings until the turntable is completely level. After securing, check that the
turntable is level.
