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Pull-Up Grid Assemblies: Prior to each use, inspect the pull-up grid bar assembly any for cracks, burrs, deformations, corrosion or missing or damaged components that could reduce the pull-up assembly strength. Replace any pull-up grids that are damaged or missing hardware. Always double check that each pull-up grid is securely locked to the front button bar assemblies and the rear swing arm assemblies on the XLC enclosures before lifting. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load for the pull-up grids.

Chain Hoists: Prior to each use, inspect the chain hoist and associated hardware (including motor, if applicable) for any cracks, deformation. Broken welds, corrosion, missing or damaged components that could reduce the hoist strength. Replace any damaged chain hoists. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load specified by the hoist manufacturer. Always follow manufacturers’ recommendations for operation, inspection, and certification. Always raise and lower the load slowly and evenly, avoiding any rapid changes in speed or shifting loads that could result in a sudden jolt to the suspended system.

Building, Tower or Scaffold Supports: Prior to each use, the strength and load-bearing capabilities of the building, tower or scaffold structural supports should be evaluated and certified by a professional engineer as being adequate for supporting the intended rigging system (including the loudspeakers, grids, chain hoists and all associated hardware). Prior to each use, inspect the building, tower or scaffold structural supports for any cracks, deformation, broken welds, corrosion, missing or damaged components that could reduce the structural strength. Damaged structural supports should be replaced or repaired and recertified by a professional engineer. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load for the supports.

Miscellaneous Mechanical Components: Prior to each use, inspect all mechanical components (chain, wire ropes, slings, shackles, hooks, fittings, ratchet straps, etc.) for any cracks, deformation, broken welds, slipping crimps, fraying, abrasion, knots, corrosion, chemical damage, loose screws, missing or damaged components that could reduce the maximum strength specified by the component manufacturer. Replace any damaged mechanical components. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load for the mechanical components.

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Contents ELECTRO-VOICE Table of Contents ELECTRO-VOICERigging-Safety Warning Weight 116 lb 52.6 kg IntroductionXLC-118 Loudspeaker System Overview of the XLC Flying System XLC Rigging SystemXLC Enclosure Rigging Hardware Details Typical XLC Flying System XLC Rigging Hardware XLC-127 and XLC-127+ Rigging Dimensions Correct Incorrect XLC Rigging and Flying Techniques Rigging an Array Using the XLC Front DolliesArray Considerations ELECTRO-VOICE ELECTRO-VOICE Flying XLC Systems with Front Dollies Step Dolly Clip Working-Load Limit and Safety Factor Definitions Structural Rating Overview Simplified Structural-Rating GuidelinesSimplified XLC Rigging-Rating Guidelines Complex Structural-Rating Analysis ELECTRO-VOICE MAX-∅ MAX+∅ XLC-127 and XLC-127+ Rear-Rigging-Point Structural Ratings XLC-118 Rear-Rigging-Point Structural Ratings Total Column Weight Working-Load Limit 2200 lb 998 kg Wind Loading Electro-Voice Structural-Analysis Procedures Rigging Inspection and Precautions Electro-Voice XLC Loudspeaker SystemsELECTRO-VOICE Rigging References ReferencesMechanical Engineering References ELECTRO-VOICE ELECTRO-VOICE Telex Communications, Inc /2002 Part Number 38110-145 Rev a