FDB18
Operating manual
Operating manual FDB18
NOTE
TIP
CAUTION
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a high-quality product “MADE IN GERMANY” from TW AUDiO.
The FDB18 dolly is an accessory for the B18 and VERA S18 loudspeakers.
This accessory set is characterized by a subtle look, a remarkable size to weight ratio and
ease of use.
If you lend your product to another party, inform that party of the safety-related operating procedures and hand over this operating manual. If you require additional copies of this manual,
you can obtain them free of charge from TW AUDiO or download them from www.twaudio.de
Instructions in this user manual
Strictly adhere to the instructions contained in this operating manual that are marked as
follows:
This symbol in combination with the signal word “Warning” identifies a potentially hazardous
situation. Failure to comply with this safety instruction can lead to serious injury or even death.
This symbol in combination with the signal word “Caution” identifies a potentially hazardous
situation. Failure to comply with this safety instruction can lead to light or moderate injury.
This symbol in combination with the signal word “Note” identifies a potentially hazardous
situation. Failure to comply with this safety instruction can lead to product damage.
This symbol in combination with the signal word “Tip” identifies additional information or
notes that will simplify working with TW AUDiO products on the basis of practical experience.
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before use!
Before using the device, carefully read the operating manual and keep it with the FDB18 dolly.
General information
Operation manual: OM-FDB18
Version 1.0 en, 03/2019
© by TW AUDiO 2019; all rights reserved.
All information contained in this operating manual was correct to the best of our knowledge
at the time of printing.
Quality warranties or assurance of suitability for a certain type of use based on the technical
specifications, dimensions and weights are not granted by TW AUDiO.
TW AUDiO also shall not assume liability for any secondary damage (property damage and/or
personal injury) nor for the failure to comply with this operating manual!
TW AUDiO reserves the right to update this document based on recent developments.
TW AUDiO GmbH
Osterholzallee 140
71636 Ludwigsburg
Germany
Phone : + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 99
E-Mail: info@twaudio.de
WWW: www.twaudio.de
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Content
1. Safety | Intended use ...................................................................................................... 5
2. Overview ........................................................................................................................ 6
2.1 Components ........................................................................................................... 6
3. Technical specifications .................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Data sheet ............................................................................................................... 7
4. Commissioning ............................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Using FDB18 dolly with B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker ........................................... 8
5. Transport and Storage .................................................................................................. 10
6. CE Conformity Declaration ............................................................................................ 11
7. Disposal ....................................................................................................................... 11
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1. Safety | Intended use
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
To avoid risks please observe the following safety instructions when using accessories.
The FDB18 dolly was developed for professional use in sound systems. The dolly may only
be used by trained and qualified personnel.
Note the operating modes described in this operating manual. Other uses are not permissible.
Damage caused by improper use is not covered by TW AUDiO.
Before each use, check the integrity of the FDB18 dolly and ensure that all components are in
perfect condition.
The FDB18 dolly may only be used with the B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker.
These operating manual describe how to use the FDB18 dolly. Any other use shall be deemed
improper and may result in damage or even injury.
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Modifications or alterations to individual parts of the FDB18 dolly are not permitted! Danger to
life!
The FDB18 is an accessory designed both for indoor and outdoor use.
The FDB18 dolly may only be used by trained and qualified personnel. Personnel must check
the FDB18 for its full suitability before each use.
When visible damage to any part of the FDB18 dolly is detected, it must be decommissioned
immediately.
When moving the FDB18 dolly, ensure full load-bearing capacity and stability of the substrate.
The FDB18 dolly is specified for a load of not more than one B18 or one VERA S18 loudspeaker. This load capacity must never be exceeded!
During movement (assembly or dismantling, transport to the place of use) of the FDB18 dolly
with the B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker, ensure sufficient space to prevent collisions with
other objects.
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2. Overview
2.1 Components
Figure 2.1 - Overview
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1. Dolly - Surface Warnex textured paint
2. Handles (2 pieces)
3. Butterfly-Latch, middle (2 pieces)
4. 100mm castor with stopper (2 pieces)
5. Recesses for stacking the dollys (4 pieces)
6. 100mm castor without stopper (2 pieces)
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3. Technical specifications
3.1 Data sheet
Maximum load capacity 1x B18 or 1x VERA S18
Dimensions (h x w x d) 600 x 500 x 150 mm (23.6 x 19.7 x 5.9 in)
Weight 7,1 kg (15 lbs)
Surface Warnex textured paint
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WARNING
4. Commissioning
4.1 Using FDB18 dolly with B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker
Please note that two persons are always required to set up the FDB18 dolly with the B18 or
VERA S18 loudspeaker!
Place the B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker sideways upright on the floor and position the
FDB18 dolly so that the castors with stoppers are at the top.
Attach the FDB18 dolly to the B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker using the butterfly latches.
Figure 4.1 - Transport setup B18 loudspeaker with FDB18
Figure 4.2 - Put up the B18 loudspeaker with FDB18
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WARNING
WARNING
TIP
Move the transport setup longitudinally to avoid overturning during transport.
When moving the FDB18 dolly transport assembly with the B18 or VERA S18 loudspeaker,
note that there is a risk of tipping due to the high center of gravity.
Figure 4.3 - Moving B18 loudspeaker with FDB18
The FDB18 dolly can be stacked for storage. For this purpose, recesses (see figure 2.1 Pos.5) are provided in the dolly (see figure 2.1 - Pos.1).
When moving the stacked FDB18 dolly, note that there is a risk of tipping on each individual
FDB18 dolly.
Figure 4.4 - Stacking the FDB18 dolly
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5. Transport and Storage
Ensure that the surface of the rigging frame is not damaged during transport and storage.
Moisture may penetrate where steel surfaces are exposed by scratches and result in corrosion.
This is why the product should be transported in a safe, careful, dry and largely dust-free
manner.
The following transport and storage accessories are available from TW AUDiO:
• CoverB18 (Protective cover)
The original packaging is not suitable as permanent storage and transport packaging.
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6. CE Conformity Declaration
Copy and translation of the original CE Conformity Declaration:
We hereby declare that the below-referenced components by virtue of their design and
construction, and in the configuration placed on the market by us, satisfy the safety and
health requirements of the applicable EC directives. This declaration becomes invalid in
case of modifications that have not been approved by us.
This declaration applies to the following components
• FDB18
as well as all model variants based on these, provided that they correspond to the original
factory models and have not been technically modified in any way.
Applicable directives:
• 2001/95/EG
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7. Disposal
Applicable national standards and technical specifications:
• DIN EN ISO 12 100
• DGUV Vorschrift 17 und 18
Ludwigburg, Germany, January 1st, 2013
Tobias Wüstner
If you have any question regarding the disposal of used devices, please contact us under the
following telephone number:
+49 (0) 71 41 - 48 89 89 0
In countries outside of the European Union, comply with local regulations.
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TW AUDiO GmbH
Osterholzallee 140
71636 Ludwigsburg
Germany
Phone : + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 99
E-Mail: info@twaudio.de
WWW: www.twaudio.de
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