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LIX-030 January 8, 2018 Rev24
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6.1 STORAGE BRACKET
Tools Required:
Electric Drill
Drill Bits see instructions for correct size
#3 Phillips Screw Driver
7/16 or adjustable wrench
5/32 allen wrench
The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor Storage Bracket comes with 1/4-20 Stainless Steel Self tapping screws, nuts and washers. If
the material beneath the Storage Bracket is thick and substantial enough, the self-tapping screws may be screwed directly into the
mounting surface. If the backside of the mounting surface is accessible, clearance holes may be drilled, and the nuts and washers
may be used on the backside. It is the responsibility of the installer to determine if the mounting surface is satisfactory.
The CROSSFIRE Portable Monitor storage bracket must be securely mounted to a surface capable of supporting the weight of the
Monitor including any shock loads that may result from rough roads. The storage bracket may be mounted on a vertical surface or a
horizontal surface with the nozzle end pointing down or sideways. It is the responsibility of the installer to determine if the installation
is capable of these loads.
WARNING
Do not use the Monitor Storage Bracket as a mount when fl owing water. Nozzle reaction will cause
monitor instability. The Monitor Storage Bracket is designed to store the Portable Monitor.
6.1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BLIND MOUNTING
Lay the bracket in the area where the monitor will be mounted. Make sure the nozzle will be pointing down or sideways. Make sure
there is enough clearance to get the monitor in and out of the bracket and that it does not interfere with other equipment on the truck.
Make sure the material beneath the bracket is substantial and thick enough to hold self-tapping screws as well as the weight of the
monitor. Make sure the area on the other side of the mounting surface is clear; you don’t want to run a drill into a bundle of wires. We
recommend a minimum thickness of 3/32” (.093” - 2.4 mm) in aluminum and 5/64 (.078” 2mm) in steel. Using the bracket as a pattern,
drill through one hole into the mounting surface and install one screw. (Put washers on the screws before installing). See the chart in
the mounting bracket dimensions section to determine the correct hole size. While the fi rst screw holds the bracket from moving, drill
the remaining holes and screw in the remaining screws.
6.1.2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHERE BACK OF MOUNTING SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE
Lay the bracket in the area where the monitor will be mounted. Make sure the nozzle will be pointing down or sideways. Make sure
there is enough clearance to get the monitor in and out of the bracket and that it does not interfere with other equipment on the truck.
Make sure the material beneath the bracket is substantial enough to hold the weight of the monitor. Make sure the area on the other
side of the mounting surface is clear; you don’t want to run a drill into a bundle of wires. Using the bracket as a pattern, drill one ¼”
(.250” - 6.4 mm) diameter hole through the bracket. Bolt the bracket to the mounting surface from the backside. (Put the washers
on the side with the nuts). While the fi rst screw holds the bracket from moving, drill the remaining holes and screw in the remaining
screws. Secure with washers and nuts.
HOLE SIZE CHART FOR SELF TAPPING SCREWS
ALUMINUM
STEEL
Material
Thickness
Inches
mm
Use Drill
Material
Thickness
Inches
mm
Use Drill
5/16-3/32
.206
5.2
#5
3/32
.213
5.4
#3
1/8
.213
5.4
#3
1/8
.221
5.6
#2
3/16
.221
5.6
#2
3/16
.228
5.8
#1
7.0 APPROVALS
Many monitor confi gurations carry the FM Approval rating, NFPA certifi cation, or EN certifi cation.
