Rigging The Fixture In Place - Martin MAC 600E User Manual

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For protection from dangerous electric shock, the fixture must be grounded
(earthed). The AC mains supply shall be fitted with a fuse or circuit breaker and
I n s t a l l a p l u g o n t h e p o w e r c o r d
You may need to install a cord cap that fits your supply on the power cable. A 3-prong grounding-type plug must be installed
following the manufacturer's instructions. Connect the wires to the pins as listed below. Note: The table shows some possible
pin identification schemes; if the pins are not clearly identified, or if you have any doubts about proper installation, consult a
qualified electrician.
Wire Color
brown
blue
yellow/green
Connect the MAC 600/E directly to AC power. Do not connect it to a dimmer system; doing so may damage the fixture. To
apply power, set the power switch on the base to the "I" position.

Rigging the fixture in place

Use 2 clamps to rig the fixture. Lock each clamp with both 1/4-turn fasteners. The
The MAC 600/E can be placed directly on the stage floor or rigged in any orientation on a truss. The integrated Fast-Lock sys-
tem enables quick and easy fastening of the clamp adapters in 4 different positions as shown below.
safety wire
attachment point
arrow points to front
(neutral pan)
1.
Verify that the rigging clamps (not included) are undamaged and can bear at least 10 times the weight
of the fixture. Bolt the clamps securely to the clamp brackets with a grade 8.8 (minimum) M12 bolt and
lock nut, or as recommended by the clamp manufacturer.
2.
Tip the MAC 600/E on its side or install the clamps while the fixture is in the flight case.
3.
Align a clamp with 2 mounting points. Insert the fasteners into the base and turn both levers a full 1/4-
turn clockwise to lock. Install the second clamp.
4.
Verify that the structure can bear at least 10 times the weight of all installed fixtures, clamps, cables,
auxiliary equipment, etc.
5.
Working from a stable platform, hang the fixture on the truss. The front is indicated by an arrow on the base.
6.
Install a safety wire that can bear at least 10 times the weight of the fixture. The attachment point is
designed to fit a caribiner clamp. Never use the carrying handles for secondary attachment.
6
W A R N I N G !
ground-fault protection.
Pin
live
neutral
ground
W A R N I N G !
fasteners are locked only when turned fully clockwise.
Attach an approved safety cable to the base.
Symbol
"L"
"N"
MAC 600/E
Screw (US)
yellow or brass
silver
green

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