EAW Weather-Protected Loudspeaker System User Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Eastern Acoustic Works Weather-Protected Loudspeaker System. Eastern Acoustic
Works designs and manufacturers features into Weather-Protected Loudspeaker Systems to maximize their
durability for outdoor use. Some of these features include:

Installation and Maintenance
of Weather-Protected
Loudspeaker Systems

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Installation and Maintenance

EAW Weather-Protected Loudspeaker Systems
are intended to withstand direct exposure to
the weather. However, any steps which can be
taken to minimize this exposure will maximize
the life of the loudspeaker system. These include:

• Select mounting locations that provide some level of
shielding from the weather. Examples include balcony
overhangs, etc.

• If a dedicated loudspeaker system support structure is
to be provided, a simple roof construction can help
reduce exposure of the loudspeakers to direct moisture.

• Aim loudspeaker systems in a manner consistent with
EAW’s recommended use. This will assure that weather­protection features are properly oriented.

NOTE: The warranty on Weather-Protected loudspeakers will
be voided if reasonable care is not taken in selecting mount­ing locations. Locations which channel or direct water onto
installed loudspeaker systems will void the warranty.

Maintaining Weather-Protection Features

Care must be taken during installation or maintenance
to avoid any measures that could compromise weather­protection features. Of particular concern are:

Mounting hardware

Each product is shipped with a bolt in each available mounting
point. Each bolt is sealed with a non-hardening, waterproof,

non-locking thread

sealant. Any bolts removed during the
installation process must be replaced, as an exposed bolt
hole provides an

opening into the interior of the loud-

speaker enclosure.

Any bolts removed and replaced during

installation must be re-sealed.
In no case should any type of hardware be used to mount

the loudspeaker system except for structurally approved
stainless-steel hardware which mates into factory-installed
mounting points integral to the loudspeaker system.

Fiberglass shell

Each loudspeaker system must be handled carefully during
installation to avoid cracking or perforating the exterior
fiberglass shell.

In no case should anything be attached to the loudspeaker
shell, except using structurally approved stainless-steel
hardware which mates into the factory-installed mounting
points integral to the loudspeaker system.

Grilles

Grilles may be factory attached using screws of varying
lengths. Use care when re-attaching grille to ensure that all
hardware is returned to the correct locations.

ENCLOSURE CONSTRUCTED OF

EXTERIOR-GRADE PLYWOOD.

MULTI-LAYER GRILLE ASSEMBLY COMPRISED
OF ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:

• STAINLESS STEEL
PERFORATED EXTERIOR GRILLE

• SYNTHETIC FOAM

• 100 X 100 STAINLESS
STEEL MESH

INTERIOR AND BAFFLE COATED

WITH STYRENE RESIN

ACCESS HATCH

TO CABINET

SEALED WITH NON-

HARDENING SEALANT

FIBERGLASS SHELL

STAINLESS-STEEL MOUNTING HARDWARE

Acoustical Performance

Loudspeakers should be individually checked by an
experienced sound system professional to verify that all
drivers are operational.

Please contact the system installer or EAW for further
assistance or guidance with testing.

Structural Integrity

Loudspeakers should be periodically examined for signs of
physical damage. Specifically, the following should be
checked:

• Damage to loudspeaker due to vandalism.

• Deterioration of mounting hardware due to rust or

corrosion.

• Damage to weather-protection features due to
improper installation or maintenance.

• Any other deterioration of the loudspeaker system
including loosening of parts, accessories or attachments
which could fall or cause injury.

Failure of any type should be immediately reported to the
system installer or Eastern Acoustic Works Service Department.

If you need assistance, please contact Eastern Acoustic Works
Service Department at 1-800-992-5013. We will be happy to
provide more detailed information on testing, maintenance,
installation, or any other aspect of your loudspeaker system.

PN 0000696(A) One Main Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588 tel [phone] fax [phone] web www.eaw.com

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Access Hatches

Hatches that are removed for any reason must be replaced
and sealed with a non-hardening, waterproof, UV-stable
sealant suitable for use over the temperature range typical
for your geographical location. Sealant must be compatible
with the surface being sealed to ensure proper adhesion.
Hardware used to secure hatches must be sealed with a
non-hardening, non-locking thread sealant.

Input Cover Plates

All cover plates must be in place after connections to the
loudspeaker system have been made. Conduit should be
connected to cover plates using waterproof fittings. Bolts
securing cover plates must be sealed with a non-hardening,
non-locking thread sealant.

Drivers/Transducers

EAW drivers/transducers intended for use in Weather­Protected systems are designed specifically for outdoor
applications. Failed units should only be repaired/replaced
with factory-authorized parts. When contacting the EAW
Service Department, be sure to notify service personnel that
the replacement part is for use in a Weather-Protected system.

Routine Inspection

While installed, loudspeakers should be periodically exam­ined and tested to maintain performance and safety. Two
main areas for inspection are Acoustical Performance and
Structural Integrity. Some of the main inspection points are
as follows:

ACCESS HATCH

ACCESS HATCH HARDWARE

INPUT COVER PLATE

DRIVERS AND
TRANSDUCERS

WEATHERPROOF FITTING

COVER PLATE GASKET

COVER PLATE HARDWARE

CONDUIT

WEATHERPROOF

FITTINGS