PEERLESS ACC170 (01) PDF Document

The maximum load capacity for the PEERLESS ACC170 is 250 lb (113 kg). Never exceed the maximum load capacity.

Before beginning the installation of the PEERLESS ACC170, you must read the instructions completely. Improper installation can cause serious personal injury. The installer is responsible for making sure the structure to which the mount is being attached will support five times the combined weight of all equipment. Never exceed the maximum load capacity. Always use an assistant or mechanical lifting equipment to safely lift and position equipment.

The following tools are needed for the installation of the PEERLESS ACC170:

• Stud Finder

• Level

• Drill

• 5mm Hex Wrench (included)

• 7/16″ Wrench

• Screwdriver

• 1/2″ Socket Wrench

The PEERLESS ACC170 comes with the following parts:

(A) Ceiling Plate (1)

(B) Safety Cable (1)

(C) Set Screw M8 x 12mm (2)

(D) M8 x 12 Hex Head Screw (1)

(E) 5/16″ x 3″ Lag Bolt (4)

(F) 5/16″ Washer (4)

(G) Concrete Anchor (4)

To install the PEERLESS ACC170 on a wood joist or wood stud ceiling, follow these steps:

Step 1. Use a stud finder to locate the edges of the wood joist. Mark the center line of the joist on the ceiling.

Step 2. Place the ceiling plate (A) on the ceiling, aligning the mounting holes over the center line.

Step 3. Mark the center of the four mounting holes.

Step 4. Drill four 3/16″ (5 mm) diameter holes that are 2.5″ (64 mm) deep.

Step 5. Attach the ceiling plate (A) to the ceiling using four 5/16″ x 3″ lag bolts (E) and four 5/16″ washers (F). Do not overtighten the lag bolts.

To install the PEERLESS ACC170 on a concrete ceiling, follow this procedure:

Step 1. Place the ceiling plate (A) on the ceiling in the desired mounting location.

Step 2. Mark the center of the four mounting holes.

Step 3. Drill four 3/8″ (10 mm) diameter holes that are 2.5″ (64 mm) deep.

Step 4. Insert four concrete anchors (G) into the holes until they are flush with the ceiling surface.

Step 5. Attach the ceiling plate (A) to the ceiling using four 5/16″ x 3″ lag bolts (E) and four 5/16″ washers (F). Do not overtighten the lag bolts.

Follow these steps to attach an extension column (not included) to your PEERLESS ACC170:

Step 1. Thread the extension column into the ceiling plate (A).

Step 2. Run the safety cable (B) through the extension column.

Step 3. Tighten the column until it is snug.

Step 4. Back off the column until the cable holes in the column and the ceiling plate align.

Step 5. Install the M8 x 12 hex head screw (D) through the eyelet of the safety cable (B) and into the ceiling plate (A) and column.

Step 6. Tighten the hex head screw (D).

Step 7. Install the two M8 x 12mm set screws (C) and tighten them with the provided 5mm hex wrench.

Step 8. Run the safety cable (B) to the mount and attach as described in the mount instructions.