Installation and Assembly - Truss Ceiling Decoupler Adapter
Model: DCT 100
IMPORTANT! Read entire instruction sheet before you start installation and assembly.
WARNING
• Installer must verify that the ceiling truss will safely
support four times the combined weight of all attached
equipment and hardware.
Parts List
PART # QTY. DESCRIPTION
A ceiling decoupler assembly 1 128-0418
B U-bolt 2 520-9241
C washer 4 540-9407
D lock washer 4 540-9424
E 3/8-16" hex bolt 4 530-9308
F M5 x 10 mm phillips screw 1 520-9250
Some parts may appear slightly different than illustrated.
Tools Required
Before you start make sure all parts listed are included with your product.
AB
C
D
This product must be
R
COMBINED BALANCED LOAD CAPACITY :
E
installed by a qualified,
professional installer.
300 lb (136 kg)*
F
The following tools are required for assembly and installation, but are not included:
• 9/16" wrench
• Philips screwdriver
Select the location on the truss for positioning
the decoupler assembly (A) and position the Ubolts (B) over the top as shown. Then attach
the decoupler assembly (A) from below with the
hex bolts (E), lock washers (D) and washers
(C) as shown. Tighten bolts to hold decoupler
assembly (A) to U-Bolts (B) but leave loose
enough to allow for minor adjustment to the
angle of the column.
Note: The orientation of the decoupler
assembly (A) relative to the truss
will depend upon the shape of the truss;
see Detail 1 at right.
Detail 1
3" dia.
max.
B
A
C
D
E
The orientation of the decoupler assembly
will depend on the shape of the truss
3" x 3"
max.
*Includes total weight of the components and hardware.
For round pipes.
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Visit the Peerless Web Site at www.peerlessindustries.com For customer service call 1-800-729-0307 or 708-865-8870.
For rectangular, square
or I-Beam trusses.
ISSUED: 04-24-00 SHEET #: 142-9002-4 04-21-05
Note: Insert the M5 x 10 mm screw (F) into the
threaded pipe fitting as directed in the extension
column instructions. If you are using an extension
pipe without a notch, drill a 11/64" diameter through
the pipe and insert the screw through the decoupler
assembly (A) into the pipe; see Detail 2.
Attach the adjustable extention column
according to the instructions provided with it.
Use a level to make sure the column is
plumb and make adjustments as necessary.
Tighten the hex bolts (E) to a maximum of
25 lbf·ft (34 N·m) so that the lock washers
(D) become flat. Mount your bracket
according to the instructions provided with it.
Detail 2
F
E
D
A
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Visit the Peerless Web Site at www.peerlessindustries.com For customer service call 1-800-729-0307 or 708-865-8870.
ISSUED: 04-24-00 SHEET #: 142-9002-4 04-21-05