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REMOVING THE GRILL
PAINTING THE SPEAKERS AND GRILLS
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Keyhole saw
• #2 Philips screwdriver
or screwdriver bit
• Pencil
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1. Locate the hole template and remove
the inside portion of it. Save this part—it
may be used as a paint mask. Use the
inside of the template to trace the outlines
at the desired location on the ceiling or
wall. With a keyhole saw, cut along the
penciled lines.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO CUT THROUGH
ANY EXISTING WIRING.
2. Attach the speaker wires to the speaker.
Be sure that proper phasing is observed.
3. On all models, there are four clamps
which hold each speaker in place. The
clamps are tightened via four front-baffle
screws. To install the speaker, first rotate
the clamps inward. Insert the speaker into
the cutout and tighten the clamps by turn-
ing the screws clockwise. DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN THESE SCREWS. Over-
tightening the clamps may make the grill
difficult to install. Refer to Figure 1.
NOTE: The screws will be easier to turn
if you “prime” them first. Before
installing each speaker, turn the screws
in and then turn them back out to their
original positions.
4. Install the grill into the speaker. The
grills for Models 75 and 76 fit tightly. This
is to prevent each grill from becoming
loose over time. Some effort and care is
required when installing them. The
Model 77 grill snaps into place. Insert the
grill into the speaker and press along the
outside edge of the plastic collar.
5. Repeat this procedure for the next
speaker.
To remove the grill from the Model 75
and 76, obtain a small paper clip (size #1,
common) and bend the last quarter inch
of it into an “L” shape. Holding the paper
clip with a pair of pliers, insert the end
with the “L” into a hole near the edge of
the grill. Stay near one of the corners on
Model 75. Remove the grill by pulling the
paper clip towards you.
For the Model 77, press your fingers
against the inside of the black collar.
While pressing against the collar, pull it
towards you.
All models may be painted. The plastic
will readily accept most any kind of paint.
The speakers must be masked prior to
painting them. The inside portion of the
hole template can be used as a paint
mask. Remove the outside portion of the
template by gently pulling along the per-
foration. Affix the mask to the front of the
speaker using a piece of tape. Fold the
tape onto itself to form a double-sided
loop. Affix the tape to the tweeter and
place the mask onto the speaker.
The grills should be painted before they
are installed. For all models, the best
results will be obtained by using a spray
gun or airless sprayer, thinning the paint
(prevents clogging of grill holes) and by
applying several light coats instead of one
heavy one.
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
REMOVING THE GRILL
PAINTING THE SPEAKERS AND GRILLS
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