Section 2:
Precautions
The EON208P
PA
system covered by this manual is not intended for use
in
high
moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause
corrosion
of
electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid exposing the speakers to direct
moisture. Keep speakers out
of
extended or intense direct sunlight. The driver suspension
will prematurely dry out and finished surfaces may be degraded by long-term exposure to
intense ultra-violet (UV) light. The EON208P
PA
system can generate considerable energy.
When placed
on
a slippery surface such as polished wood or linoleum, the speaker may
move due to its acoustical energy output. Precautions should be taken to assure that the
speaker does not fall off a stage or table on which it
is
placed.
Stand Mounting Safety Precautions
The EON208P speakers contain a 36 mm receptacle cup to allow mounting on tripod stands or on a pole over
subwoofers. When using stands or poles, be sure to observe the following precautions:
• Check the stand or pole specification to be certain the device is designed to support the weight
of
the
speaker. Observe all safety precautions specified by the manufacturer.
• Always verify that the stand (or subwoofer/pole)
is
placed on a flat, level and stable surface and
be sure to fully extend the legs
of
tripod type stands. Position the stand so that the legs do not
present a trip hazard.
• Route cables so that performers, production crew, and audience will not trip and topple the
speakers over.
• Inspect the stand (or pole and associated hardware) before each use and do not use equipment with
worn, damaged or missing parts.
• Do not attempt to place more than one EON208P series speaker on a stand or pole.
• Always be cautious
in
windy, outdoor conditions. It may
be
necessary to place additional weight (i.e.
sandbags) on the base
of
the stand to improve stability. Avoid attaching banners or similar items to
any part
of
a speaker system. Such attachments could act as a sail and topple the system.
• Unless you are confident that you can handle the weight
of
the speaker, ask another person to help
you get it onto the tripod stand or pole.
Hearing Damage, Prolonged Exposure
to
Excessive SPL
The EON208P system
is
capable
of
generating sound pressure levels (SPL) sufficient to cause permanent
hearing damage to performers, production crew and audience members. Caution should be taken to avoid
prolonged exposure to SPL
in
excess
of
90 dB.
WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS!
The exclamation point within
an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of
important operating
and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in
the literature
accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of
un-insulated "Dangerous Voltage" within the products
CAUTION
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
OPEN
enclusure that may be
of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of
electric shock to persons.
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