Safety Message to Installers and Users
People's lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is
important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This
device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly
familiar with the National Electrical Code and/or Canadian Electrical
Code and will follow the NEC and/or CEC Guidelines as well as all
local codes. This horn should be considered a part of the warning
system and not the entire warning system.
The selection of the mounting location for this horn, its controls and
the routing of the wiring are to be accomplished under the direction
of the Facilities Engineer and the Safety Engineer. In addition, listed
below are some other important safety instructions and precautions
you should follow:
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Read and understand all instructions before installing, operating,
or maintaining this equipment.
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Warning–Explosion Hazard – Do not disconnect equipment
unless power has been switched off or the area in known to be
non-hazardous.
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Do not connect this unit to the system when power is on.
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Optimum sound distribution will be severely reduced if any
objects are in front of the horn. You should ensure that the front
of the horn is clear of any obstructions.
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All effective warning horns produce loud sounds which may
cause, in certain situations, permanent hearing loss. The device
should be installed far enough away from potential listeners to
limit their exposure while still maintaining its effectiveness. The
OSHA Code of Federal Regulations 1910.95 Noise Standard
provides guidelines which may be used regarding permissible
noise exposure levels.
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After installation, ensure that all mounting screws, bolts, and
threaded joints are tightened.
Models 304X and 314X Explosion-Proof Amplified Speakers
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
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