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4. Attach the bottom frame for pullback purposes
The Z5387.001 Vi Mounting frame bottom is used if the
application requires the array to have an overall vertical angle that
is not covered by ArrayCalc or cannot be obtained by the
intended suspension.
The bottom frame allows the attachment of additional steel wire
ropes or hoists.
Note: For this application, please also observe the safety and
assembly instructions given in Þ Chapter 5. "Hoisting and
aiming the array" Þ 5.2. "Modifying the vertical aiming of
To attach the bottom frame, proceed as follows:
4a. Remove the Rear link
To enable the attachment of the frame, the Rear link of the lowest
SUB cabinet must be removed.
1. Unlock and remove the ring cotter of the fixing bolt.
2. Pull out the fixing bolt and take out the Splay link.
Note: Keep the fixing bolt and the ring cotter aside. The items
are required to fix the Rear link of the frame to the rear rigging
strand of the cabinet.
4b. Prepare the bottom frame
The Rear link of the bottom frame must be attached to the SUB
position. Check the position and alter it if necessary as described in
Þ Chapter 2. "Rigging concept and components", Þ 2.4. "Rear/
Note: Observe the direction of attachment as shown in the
graphic opposite.
4c. Attach the bottom frame
1. Lift the assembly to a suitable working height.
2. Release the upper Locking pins of the frame's Front links on
both sides.
3. Place the frame underneath the cabinet so that...:
– the Front links fit into the slots at the front of the cabinet.
– the Rear link of the frame fits into the rear rigging strand of
the cabinet.
4. Insert and lock the upper Locking pins of the frame's Front links
on both sides.
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