Greenheck DFD Series Manual
Greenheck DFD Series Manual

Greenheck DFD Series Manual

Mult-blade fire and combination fire smoke damper

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure
to comply with these instructions will result in voiding of the product warranty and may result in personal injury
and/or property damage.
These instructions apply to 1
fire and combination fire smoke dampers mounted
in: 1) masonry, block, or stud walls and 2) concrete
floors. Specific requirements in these instructions are
mandatory. Dampers must be installed in accordance
with these instructions to meet the requirements of UL
555 and/or UL 555S.
Note: Combination fire smoke and fire dampers
are manufactured and labeled for either vertical or
horizontal installation. The dampers must be installed in
accordance with labeling.
Receiving and Handling
Upon receiving dampers, check for both obvious
and hidden damage. If damage is found, record all
necessary information on the bill of lading and file
a claim with the final carrier. Check to be sure that
all parts of the shipment, including accessories, are
accounted for.
Dampers must be kept dry and clean. Indoor storage
and protection from dirt, dust, and the weather is
highly recommended. Do not store at temperatures in
excess of 100°F (38°C).
SAFETY WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause property damage, injury
or death. Read the installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing
or servicing this equipment.
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and 3 hour rated
1
2
Mult-Blade Fire and Combination
DFD-xxx, DFDAF-xxx, FSD-xxx, FSD-xxxV, SEDFD-xxx,
1
and 3 Hour Fire and Combination Fire Smoke Dampers
1
2

Table of Contents

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Electrical Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pre-Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Preparation of Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Floor Openings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Multiple Section Damper Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Maximum Assembly Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Duct to Sleeve Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Damper Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Damper Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Multi-Blade Fire and Combination Fire Smoke Dampers
Document 481318
Fire Smoke Damper
SEFSD-xxx and SSFSD-xxx
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Document 481318 Mult-Blade Fire and Combination Fire Smoke Damper ® DFD-xxx, DFDAF-xxx, FSD-xxx, FSD-xxxV, SEDFD-xxx, SEFSD-xxx and SSFSD-xxx ⁄ and 3 Hour Fire and Combination Fire Smoke Dampers Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Please read and save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described.
  • Page 2: General Information

    (Refer electrician. Verify power before wiring actuator. to NFPA 90A). Greenheck is not responsible for any damage to, or 10) The Code Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) must failure of the unit caused by incorrect field wiring. To...
  • Page 3: Preparation Of Openings

    Preparation of Openings • Frame wall openings as shown below (see Figure 1, 2, and 2A). • Gypsum wall board must be fastened 12 in. (305 mm) on center to all stud and runner flanges surrounding opening. • Prepare opening between studs and sleeve assembly as shown below (see Figure 3 & 4). •...
  • Page 4: Clearances Required Between Damper Sleeves & Wall/Floor Openings

    Clearances Required Between Damper Sleeves & Wall/Floor Openings Two-Sided Angle Installation Two-sided angle installations require clearances for thermal expansion between the damper sleeve and the wall/floor opening. The minimum required clearances are: • For galvanized steel dampers and sleeves: ⁄ in.
  • Page 5: Multiple Section Damper Wiring

    Support mullion: 14 ga. 5 in. wide for vertical mount dampers; 12 ga. 9 in. wide for horizontal mount dampers Figure 6: Two individually sleeved units with no mullions Figure 5: Single sleeve around outside with support mullion Multiple Section Damper Wiring Dampers greater than 84 in.
  • Page 6: Inserting Damper Into Wall/Floor Openings

    Figure 8: Properly installed combination fire smoke damper Most fire and combination fire smoke dampers come with factory supplied sleeves. For field supplied sleeves, see the Field Supplied Sleeves supplement at www.greenheck.com. Securing the Damper/Sleeve Assembly to Wall/Floor Openings All fire and combination fire smoke dampers may utilize the two sided angle installation method described below.
  • Page 7 Retaining Angle Attachment to Sleeve: Retaining angles must be attached to the damper using one or more of the following methods of attachment (refer to label on outside of sleeve for ‘No Screw’ area): - Tack or spot welds - #10 ( ⁄...
  • Page 8: Duct To Sleeve Connection

    Top Side Damper Angle Fastener Sleeve Damper Sleeve Two layers of 1/2 in. UL Classified Gypsum Masonry or Concrete Wallboard for 2 hour Masonry or Wall rated walls. One layer Concrete Floor for 1 hour rated walls (see UL Rated Wall Metal Stud Design for Additional or Runner...
  • Page 9 Approved Breakaway Connections All breakaway connections described below may utilize the following duct sealants: PA2084T duct sealant adhesive manufactured by Precision, DP1010 water base duct sealant manufactured by Design Polymerics, Grey Pookie, Ductmate PROseal®, or CL Ward S Seal in accordance with SMACNA recommendations. Transverse Joints The transverse joints shown below are approved as breakaway connections.
  • Page 10 Manufactured Flanged System Breakaway Connections Flanged connection systems manufactured by Ductmate, Durodyne, Ward, Nexus, Radiant T-35m, and MEZ are approved as breakaway connections when installed as illustrated (see Figure 19). Fire Damper Sleeve 6 in. long metal cleat or 1/16 in. max.
  • Page 11: Actuator And Temperature Response Device Connections

    Actuator and Temperature Response Device Connections Actuator Connections Electrical and/or pneumatic connections to damper actuators should be made in accordance with wiring and piping diagrams developed in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations (see Electrical Guidelines). Temperature Response Device Connections RRL: The RRL (resettable link device) incorporates a single thermostat.
  • Page 12: Damper Commissioning And Periodic Testing

    Re-install the fusible link. Greenheck’s life safety dampers shall not be tested by applying heat with uncontrollable heat sources (i.e. heat guns, torches, etc.) as this can permanently damage the thermostat or other parts of the damper.

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