SD5-P
Metal Ceiling Panel
®
C1459M-B (2/03)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS
Prior to installation and use of this product, the following WARNINGS should be observed.
1. Installation and servicing should be done only by qualified service personnel and
conform to all local codes.
2. Unless the unit is specifically marked as a NEMA Type 3, 3R, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, or 6P
enclosure, it is designed for indoor use only and it must not be installed where
exposed to rain and moisture.
3. The installation method and materials should be capable of supporting four times
the weight of the unit and equipment.
4. Only use replacement parts recommended by Pelco.
DESCRIPTION
The SD5-P metal ceiling panel is designed for use with Spectra Series in-ceiling back box and DF5 in-ceiling fixed-mount domes. The metal ceiling
panel can be used to replace or reinforce the 2' x 2' ceiling tile in suspended ceiling installations.
The following parts are supplied:
Qty. Description
1 2’ x 2’ metal panel
4T-rail clip
Pelco World Headquarters • 3500 Pelco Way • Clovis, California 93612 USA • www.pelco.com
USA & Canada • Tel: 800/289-9100 • Fax: 800/289-9150
International • Tel: 1-559/292-1981 • Fax: 1-559/348-1120
INSTALLATION
There are two methods of installation for the metal ceiling panel.
Replacement Installation – Remove existing ceiling tile and install the SD5-P metal panel.
Reinforcement Installation – Install the SD5-P to strengthen the existing ceiling tile.
Select the method of installation, and then refer to the following sections for installation instructions.
REPLACEMENT INSTALLATION
1. Remove the ceiling tile from the ceiling.
2. Remove the conduit fitting, lock nut, and safety chain bracket from the parts bag that came with the back box, and attach them to the back box
as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1. Installation of Conduit Fitting, Lock Nut, and Safety Chain Bracket
3. Install the back box in the metal panel by compressing the spring clips and pushing the back box through the hole. Tighten the screws until you
hear a clicking noise.
4. Install the metal panel in the ceiling.
5. Attach a T-rail clip (supplied with the SD5-P) on each side of the metal panel as shown in Figure 2.
T-RAIL CLIP
T-RAIL CLI
METAL PANEL
Figure 2. T-Rail Clip Installation