CHIEF PL-1 User manual
CHIEF MANUFACTURING INC. 8803-000065 (Rev. A)
1-800-582-6480 952-894-6280 FAX 952-894-6918 ©2005 Chief Manufacturing
8401 EAGLE CREEK PARKWAY, STE. 700 www.chiefmfg.com
SAVAGE, MINNESOTA 55378 USA 07/05
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Projector
Lock (PL-1)
The PL-1 projector lock, constructed with heavy gauge
steel, is designed to prevent access to projector mounts.
The projector lock protects against disconnecting
projectors from their mounts in most high-risk
environments, minimizing the probabilities theft.
The design of the PL-1 ensures proper ventilation for
your projector while providing excellent security and
protection.
PL-1
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•CAUTION: To prevent damage to your display, which could affect or void the Factory warranty,
thoroughly study all instructions and illustrations before you begin to install the mount brackets. Pay
particular attention to the “Important Warnings and Cautions” on Page 2.
•If you have any questions about this installation, contact Chief Manufacturing at 1-800-582-6480 or 952-582-6480.
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS and CAUTIONS!
WARNING A WARNING alerts you to the possibility of serious injury or death if you do not follow
the instructions.
CAUTION A CAUTION alerts you to the possibility of damage or destruction of equipment if you do not
follow the corresponding instructions.
•WARNING Improper installation can result in serious personal injury! Make sure that the
mounting surface can support a redundant weight factor five times the total weight of
the equipment. If not, reinforce the mounting surface structural members before
installing the mount.
•WARNING Make sure the mount is correctly oriented.
•CAUTION Check the unit for shipping damage before you begin the installation.
CONTENTS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION..................... 2
DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS.......................................... 3
PL-1 Drawing.............................................................. 3
READ INSTRUCTIONS.................................................. 4
INSPECT INSTALLATION LOCATION........................... 4
INSTALLATION.............................................................. 4
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
INSTALLATION
•Screw, 10-24x7/8” PPMS
•Spacer, Nylon, .635ODx.194IDx.125 Thick
•Key (provided)
NOTE: Other tools may be required depending on your
method of installation.
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DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS
The dimensional drawings for the PL-1 are shown in Figure 1.
PL-1 Drawing
Figure 1. PL-1 Dimensions
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READ INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before starting the installation.
INSPECT INSTALLATION
LOCATION
Because of the wide variety of possible mounting
situations, Chief Manufacturing only provides general
guidelines for the typical pole-mounted installation.
Study the following information carefully, and make
adjustments as necessary to fit your specific installation.
WARNING
Be especially aware of the overall weight of the
equipment, which includes weight of projector and
attaching hardware. There is a potential for personal
injury or equipment damage if the projector is not
adequately mounted.
INSTALLATION
This manual contains installation procedures that cover
pole-mounted applications:
NOTE: Omit Step1 thru 3 and proceed to Step 4 if the
projector is already installed on the 1-1/2” NPT pipe.
1. If projector is mounted, remove projector and SLB.
2. Loosen the thumbnuts and disconnect your projector
from the RPA.
3. Install the RPA mount on the 1-1/2” NPT pipe as
described in the instructions for your RPA mount.
4. Unlock and open the PL-1.
5. Align set screw of RPA with key lock of cage (see
Figure 2).
6. Tilt the lock side of the PL-1 down and route the RPA
thru the hole in the PL-1 (see Figure 3).
7. Set PL-1 on RPA (see Figure 4).
Figure 2. Align Set Screw & Key Lock
.
Figure 3. Place PL-1 on RPA
Figure 4. PL-1 on RPA
Set Screw
Key Lock
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8. If the head of mounting screws attached to projector
does not protrude above SLB interface bracket,
proceed to Step 12.
9. If the head of mounting screws attached to projector
protrude above SLB interface bracket (see Figure ),
Remove the interface bracket from the projector.
10. Replace the quick disconnect screws with longer
screws provided (see Figure 6).
11. Install spacers provided.
12. Install the projector (see Figure 7).
13. Tightening the center thumb screw first, make sure
all thumb screws are tight.
NOTE: Side cable knock outs may be removed if
necessary.
14. Route the cables (see Figure 8).
15. Slide PL-1 halves together (see Figure 9).
16. Insert key.
17. Turn key 90 degrees clockwise.
18. Remove key.
Figure 8. Route Cables
Figure 6. Replace Screws
Figure 7. Install Projector
Figure 5 Lock Unit
Default Cable Rout
Knock out
Unlock
Lock
90°
Figure 5. Projector Mounting Screw Protrudes
Remove Screws Longer Screws
Spacers
Knock out
Thumb Nuts Typical Interface Bracket
Mating Surface
Protruding Screw Head
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