Safety First - Electro-Voice ZxA5-60 Owner's Manual

Safety First

When setting up, installing and using the Electro-Voice ZxA5 speaker system, there are a number of pre-
cautions that you should follow:
· When Electro-Voice ZxA5 speakers are used for portable applications in which they will be positioned
directly on the floor, make sure that the floor or stage is solid and secure.
· Electro-Voice ZxA5 speakers include 1-3/8 inch stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands.
Make sure to:
· Check the specifications of the speaker stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the
speaker.
· Check that the speaker stand is placed on a flat, stable surface and be sure to fully extend the legs of the
stand. Do not try to make the stand "taller" and compromise its structural integrity.
· Route cables and position the stand so that performers, production crew and audience members will
not trip over the stand or cables and pull the speaker system over. Secure cables with wire ties or tape
whenever possible.
· Do not attempt to suspend more than one speaker on a stand designed for a single speaker
· Unless you are confident that you can safely handle lifting the weight of the speaker onto the stand, ask
another person to help you place it.
· If you intend to hang or fly the ZxA5 system, only do so safely with the correct hardware and accessories.
WARNING: Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by
individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of rigging ob-
jects overhead. Electro-Voice strongly recommends that ZxA5 speakers be suspended taking
into account all current national, federal, state and local regulations. It is the responsibility of the
installer to ensure that ZxA5 speakers are safely installed in accordance with all such regula-
tions. If ZxA5 speakers are suspended, Electro-Voice strongly recommends that the system be
inspected at least once a year. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action
should be taken immediately. There are data sheets for each Electro-Voice Suspension and Ar-
ray Kit that should also be consulted prior to suspending speakers.
· Electro-Voice does not recommend use of ZxA5 speakers outdoors without protection from
rain or in high moisture environments.
· Electro-Voice ZxA5 loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels suffi-
cient to cause permanent hearing damage to anyone within normal coverage distance. Caution
should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels exceeding 90 dB.
Note: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interferences in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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