PARTS EXPRESS 300-701 TriTrix MTM TL Transmission Line Tower Enclosure Kit Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- PARTS EXPRESS
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PARTS EXPRESS 300-701 TriTrix MTM TL Transmission Line Tower Enclosure Kit
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the TriTrix MTM Transmission Line tower enclosure kit. This kit has been precision cut using CNC machinery for the best possible fit and finish. With a little time and patience your finished product will provide years of enjoyment. Please follow the instructions below for the best possible results.
Suggested tools and consumables
Wood Glue: Rag or paper towels
Drill: Wood Filler
Wood clamps (you can never have too many of these): 5/16″ Drill Bit
Package contents
First, empty the contents of the package and review parts to ensure everything has been included and is in good condition. If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact our customer service department at 1-800-338-0531.
Enclosure Components
A) 2 x Front Baffles
B) 4 x Top/Bottom Panels
C) 2 x Rear Panels (with predrilled binding post holes)
D) 4 x Bottom Internal Baffles
E) 2 x Internal Center Baffles
F) 4 x Upper Internal Braces
G) 2 x Right Side Panels
H) 2 x Left Side Panels
Hardware
I) 100 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screws Black
J) 22 x 8-32 x 1-1/4″ Button Socket Head Screws Black Oxide
K) 22 x #8-32 Hurricane Nuts
Enclosure Assembly
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First, before gluing anything, do a dry fit of the enclosure to familiarize yourself with the parts and assembly. This will also give you a chance to ensure that all pieces have been cut properly.
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Next, set the enclosure parts out on a flat level surface and ensure that all pieces are free of dust and debris.
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Before beginning assembly, place the Front Baffle (H) face down on a flat work surface.
Install 11 x #8-32 Hurricane Nuts (T) into the predrilled holes around the driver cutouts. Set the Hurricane Nuts into the holes and tap into place with a mallet or hammer.
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Start with the Left Side Panel (O) lying flat with the dadoed side up.
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Apply a bead of glue to the joining surface of the Left Side Panel (O) and Front Baffle (H). Then set Front Baffle in place applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeeze-out can be expected). Clamp into place ensuring that the exterior edges are flush. Allow to dry according to the glue manufacturer’s recommendations and remove clamps.
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Using the 4 predrilled holes in the Left Side Panel as a guide, drill pilot holes into the Front Baffle with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install 4 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screws (R).
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Apply a bead of glue to all joining surfaces of one Top Panel (I) and the Front Baffle/Left Side Panel assembly. Then set in place applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeeze-out can be expected). Clamp into place ensuring that the exterior edges are flush.
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Using the predrilled hole in the top of the Front Baffle as a guide, drill a pilot hole into the Top Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install a #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screw (R).
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Using the 3 predrilled holes near the top of the Left Side Panel as a guide, drill pilot holes into the Top Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install 3 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screw (R). Remove clamps.
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Apply a bead of glue to all joining surfaces of one Bottom Panel (I) and the Front Baffle/Left Side Panel assembly. Then set in place applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeeze-out can be expected). Clamp into place ensuring that the exterior edges are flush.
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Using the predrilled hole in the bottom of the Front Baffle as a guide, drill a pilot hole into the Bottom Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install a #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screw (R).
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Using the 3 predrilled holes near the bottom of the Left Side Panel as a guide, drill pilot holes into the Bottom Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install 3 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screws (R). Remove clamps.
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Apply a bead of glue to all joining surface of one Rear Panel (with predrilled binding post holes) (J) and the Bottom Panel/Left Side Panel assembly. Then set in place applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeezeout can be expected). Clamp into place ensuring that the exterior edges are flush.
Note: The Bottom Internal Baffles are in place in this photo, that is not necessary at this point.
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Using the predrilled hole in the bottom of the Rear Panel as a guide, drill a pilot hole into the Bottom Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install a #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screw (R).
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Using the 2 predrilled holes in the back of the Left Side Panel as a guide, drill pilot holes into the Rear Panel with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install 2 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screws (R). Remove clamps.
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Apply a bead of glue to all joining surfaces of 2 x Bottom Internal Baffles (K) and the enclosure assembly. Then set into the dadoes cut in the bottom of the Left Side Panel, applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeezeout can be expected). You may need to tap these into place with a hammer or mallet to fully seat these pieces into their dadoes.
Note: Do not screw these into place at this time.
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Apply a bead of glue to the joining surface of 2 x Upper Internal Braces (M) and the Left Side Panel. Then set into the dadoes cut in the middle and top of the Left Side Panel, applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeezeout can be expected). You may need to tap these into place with a hammer or mallet to fully seat these pieces into their dadoes.
Note: Do not screw these into place at this time.
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Apply a bead of glue to the joining surface of the Internal Center Baffles (L) and the Left Side and Top Panels. Then set into the long dado cut in the center of the Left Side Panel and against the Top Panel, applying enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeeze-out can be expected). You may need to tap this into place with a hammer or mallet to fully seat this piece into its dado.
Note: Do not screw this into place at this time.
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Apply a bead of glue to all joining surfaces of the Right Side Panel (N) and the enclosure assembly. Then set into place taking care to align all internal baffles and braces with their corresponding dadoes in the Right Side Panel. Apply enough pressure to ensure glue is spread through each joint (some glue squeeze-out can be expected). You may need to tap this panel into place with a hammer or mallet to fully seat the baffles and braces into their dadoes. Clamps can also help to get this panel installed properly.
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Clamp into place ensuring that all exterior edges are flush (top, bottom, front, and back).
Allow to dry according to the glue manufacturer’s recommendations and remove clamps.
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Using the remailing 20 predrilled holes in the Side Panels as a guide (10 holes in each side), drill pilot holes into the Internal Baffles and Braces with a 5/64″ drill bit. Install 20 x #6 x 1-5/8″ Trim Head Wood Screws (R).
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Finally, fill all screw holes and any gaps with wood filler (or mixture of sawdust and wood glue) and allow to dry according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Then sand all surfaces and seams until smooth. Finish enclosures to your liking. See our web page for ideas and examples.