Wenger Diva User manual

Installation Instructions
Diva®Acoustical Ceiling
CONTENTS
ote: Please read and understand these instructions before installing the Diva®Acoustical Ceiling.
ote: Review all of the Installation Drawings that were created for the Diva®Acoustical Ceiling
Installation.
ote: It is recommended that three or more people work together during the assembly.
ote: Refer to the illustrations on the following pages. If you need additional information,
contact the Wenger Corporation using the information below.
Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Required Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Ceiling Assembly Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Ceiling Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Decals, Numbers and Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Final Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
©Wenger Corporation 2014 Printed in USA 01/14 Part #185C756-01
Wenger Corporation, 555 Park Drive, P.O. Box 448, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060-0448
Questions? Call.....USA: 1-800-4WENGER (493-6437) • Worldwide: 1-507-455-4100 • www.wengercorp.com
Visit the Diva web page at www.wengercorp.com for detailed instructions and videos.

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IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION
GE ERAL
Copyright © 2014 by Wenger Corporation
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in
any form or by any means including graphic, electronic, or mechanical methods or photocopying,
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unless it is for the purchaser's personal use.
Printed and bound in the United States of America.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment
on the part of Wenger Corporation. Wenger Corporation does not assume any responsibility for any
errors that may appear in this manual.
In no event will Wenger Corporation be liable for technical or editorial omissions made herein, nor for
direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use or defect of this
manual.
The information in this document is not intended to cover all possible conditions and situations that might
occur. The end user must exercise caution and common sense when using Wenger Corporation
products. If any questions or problems arise, call Wenger Corporation at 1-800-733-0393.
MA UFACTURER
The Diva Acoustical Ceiling is manufactured by:
Wenger Corporation
555 Park Drive
Owatonna, MN 55060
1-507-455-4100 • 1-800-733-0393
www.wengercorp.com
ITE DED USE
•The Wenger Diva Acoustical Ceiling is intended for indoor use and is not intended for outdoor use.
•Never expose the components to wind, humidity, or wet conditions.
ISTALLATIO
•The installation must comply with local regulations and codes.
•All personnel (including all temporary workers) installing or maintaining the Wenger Diva Acoustical
Ceiling must read and understand these and other related installation instructions.
WARRA TY
This product is guaranteed free of defects in materials and workmanship for five full years from date of
shipment. A full warranty statement is available upon request.

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REQUIRED TOOLS
•Assorted Wrenches
•Cordless Drill and Cordless Impact Driver
•3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2” and 9/16” Hex Nut Bit
•Rubber Mallet
•24” Carpenters’ Square
•9/32” and 25/64” Drill Bit
•Chalk Line
•Box Level
•Phillips Screwdriver
•Hex Wrench Set
•3/8”, 1/2” and 3/4” Drive Sockets
•7/16” Deep Well Socket and Drive Adapter
•Rachet
•Angle Finder
•100” Measuring Tapes (2)
•25’ Tape Rule
•Claw Hammer
•Caulk Gun
•Rivet Gun
The following tools are required for the Diva Acoustical Tower Installation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Throughout this manual you may find cautions and warnings which are defined as follows.
• WAR I G means that failure to follow the instruction may result in serious injury or death.
• CAUTIO means that failure to follow the instruction may result in serious injury or damage to
property.
Read all of these safety instructions before working with the equipment.
Make sure that anyone
working with the Diva
A ousti al Shell has read
and understands these
instru tions.
!WARNING
Failure to omply with
Warnings and Cautions in
this do ument an result in
damage to property or
serious injury.
!WARNING
Always observe and omply
with the Warnings and
Cautions posted on the
system equipment.
!WARNING
* Save the wood blo ks from the tower frame and eiling truss pa kaging.
They will later be used during the tower assembly.

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FASTENERS
Button Head Screw,
3/8-16 x 1”
Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 31/2”
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-14 x 3/4”
Hex Head Screw, 3/8-16 x 31/2”
Locknut, 1/4-20 Locknut, 1/2-13Locknut, 3/8-16Hex nut, 5/16-18
Tapping Screw,
5/6 x 1”
Carriage Bolt, 1/2-13 x 4”
Screw, Pan Head,
10-24 x 5/8”
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-20 x 11/4”
The fasteners shown below are contained in various Diva®Acoustical Ceiling hardware kits.
Any fasteners remaining when an the installation is complete can be discarded.
Hex Jam ut, 1-8
Hex Head Screw,
3/8-16 x 21/4”
Tapping Screw,
1/4-20 x 1/2”
Screw, Sheet Metal,
10-18 x 3/4”
Hex Head Screw, 1/2-13 x 2”
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-20 x 1”

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CEILING ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
The following illustration describes components used in the Diva Acoustical Ceiling.
Lift Line — Stage Rigging Lift Line.
Batten — Stage Rigging Pipe Batten.
Turnbuckle Assembly — Used to level
the Ceiling Assembly.
Hanger Arm Assembly — Connects the
Ceiling Assembly to the Stage Rigging.
Truss Assembly — Structural component
that also serves as an electrical raceway.
Ceiling Panel — Provides the sound
reflective surface for the Ceiling Assembly.
Bowstring — Structural component used
to suspend the Ceiling Panel when in the
Performance Position.

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CEILING INSTALLATION
BEFORE STARTI G THE CEILI G I STALLATIO
ote: The weight of each Ceiling Assembly is calculated and does not include the weight of the rigging
or rigging hardware.
ote: Unless specifically agreed by Wenger Corporation, all rigging and rigging hardware is furnished
by the general contractor or facility owner.
1. Read and understand this entire Ceiling Installation section before starting the
Ceiling Assembly installation.
2. Make sure that all personnel installing the Diva Acoustical Shell Ceiling Assembly
(including any temporary workers) are trained and understand the installation procedure.
3. Review all installation drawings and reference drawings. Save these drawings for future reference.
4. Make sure that all items on the shipment packing list are present.
Components an be heavy
or diffi ult to handle and
may require three or more
people working together
to lift or assemble.
!CAUTION
Personnel must always
wear a safety harness
when working above the
floor surfa e.
!WARNING
Make sure that all rigging
and rigging hardware is
apable of lifting the
al ulated weight of the
Ceiling Assemblies.
!WARNING
To avoid damage to surfa es:
• Always wear gloves during the assembly and installation pro ess.
• Lay any finished surfa es onto ardboard to prote t from damage.
• During assembly, dropped hardware an roll under other omponents
and ause damage to finished surfa es.
!CAUTION

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CEILING INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
ASSEMBLE THETRUSS
1. Assemble the first Truss Assembly under the Batten or Cables as follows.
a. Attach a Truss Splice into the lower channel of the Truss using one 1/4-14 x 3/4” Self-drilling
Screw on the Upstage Side. Tighten only finger tight until all s rews are installed.
b. Attach a Truss Splice Bar into the upper channel of the Truss using
two 1/4-14 x 3/4” Self-drilling Screws. Tighten only finger tight until all s rews are installed.
c.When all Screws are installed and the Trusses are aligned, tighten all Screws.
d. Make sure that the Truss Caps are installed.
2. Find and mark the center location of the Truss Assembly.
Truss Splice Bar
Self-drilling Screw,
1/4-14x 3/4”
Truss
Splice
Truss Cap
Truss
Truss Assembly
Truss Cap
First
Truss
Truss
Splice Bar
Truss Splice
Additional
Truss
Self-drilling Screw,
1/4-14x 3/4”
Find and mark the
enter lo ation on the
Truss Assembly.
Upstage

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CEILING INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
MARK THE STAGE AREA
1. Mark the centerline of the Stage as follows. Refer to the illustration below.
a. Make sure that the Line Sets are in the correct position.
b. Mark the mid point downstage between the two sides of the proscenium.
c. Measure an equal distance from the two sides of the proscenium and mark the mid point
Upstage as shown in the illustration below.
d. Snap a chalk line between the mid points marked upstage and downstage.
Downstage
Upstage
Stage Left Stage Right
Measure an Equal Distance
Measure an Equal Distance
Strike a Chalk Line on the Stage
Centerline marked from the
interse tion of the two
measurements.
Proscenium Opening
Measure an Equal
Distance
Measure an Equal
Distance
2. Place the Battens or Lift Lines at the lowest position and mark the Stage Centerline position
on the Batten.
Batten
Mark the Stage Centerline position
on the Batten using the Plumb Line.
Batten at the Lowest Position
above the Stage Floor
Lift Lines
Chalked Stage
Centerline
Typical Stage

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CEILING INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
ote: Always refer to the Installation Drawings for the lo ation and arrangement
of omponents.
1. Lower the Batten to a working height.
2. Attach a Hanger Assembly to the Batten 1” to 2” from each Line-set as follows.
a. Remove a Turnbuckle Assembly with attached Pipe Clamp from the
Hanger it Hardware Bag.
b. Unscrew the Locknut from the Hex Head Screw that attaches the Pipe Clamp
to the Turnbuckle Upper Jaw. Save the Locknut and Screw.
c. Adjust the Turnbuckle to a position midway between the Upper Jaw and the Lower Jaw.
ATTACH THE HA GER ARMS TO THE BATTE
Pipe Clamp
Turnbuckle Assembly
Locknut
Hex Head Screw
Upper Jaw
Lower Jaw
d. At a position about 1” to 2” from a Lift Line, attach the Pipe Clamp to the
Batten using two Hex Head Screws.
Batten
Lift Line
Batten
Pipe Clamp
Pipe
Clamp
Pipe
Clamp

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CEILING INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
ATTACH THE HA GER ARMS TO THE BATTE (CO TI UED)
Batten
Batten
Pipe
Clamp
3. continued...
e. Using a pair of 9/16” combination wrenches, re-attach the Pipe Clamp to the
Turnbuckle Upper Jaw with the Locknut and Screw set aside in step 2b.
f. Attach other Turnbuckle Assemblies to the Batten by repeating steps 2a to 2e.
Turnbuckle
Assembly
Turnbuckle
Assembly
Lift Lines
4. Attach a Hanger Arm to each Turnbuckle Assembly as follows.
a. Remove the Locknut and Hex Head Screw form a Turnbuckle Lower Jaw.
Set aside the Locknut and Screw.
b. Insert the Hanger Arm Upper Eye into the Turnbuckle Lower Jaw and re-attach
the Locknut and Screw set aside in step 4a with a pair of 9/16” combination wrenches.
Refer to the illustration below. Align the Hanger Arms as shown on the Installation
Drawings.
c. Attach other Hanger Arms to the Turnbuckle Assemblies by repeating steps 4a and 4b.
Batten
Lift Lines
Turnbuckle
Hanger
Arm
Hanger Arm
Upper Eye
Locknut
and Screw
Turnbuckle
Lower Jaw
Turnbuckle
Batten
Note: Align the Hanger Arms as lose
as possible to the Line-sets.