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- Page 1 Model 4000 Installation Manual Perimeter Fire Curtains 287 N. Maple Grove. Boise, ID 83704 P. (800) 574-0330 F. (208) 639-7851 i f @...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: System Overview ..........................4 1.1 – Major Components ..........................4 1.2 – Changing System Settings ........................6 1.3 – System Orientation ..........................7 1.4 – Site Verification ............................7 1.5 – Checklist ..............................8 Section 2: Main Controller Installation and Conduit Routing ................ - Page 3 Section 8: Troubleshooting ..........................49 Appendix ................................51 A1 – Contact Smoke Guard ..........................51 A2 – M4000 Installation Checklist ........................52 Section 2: Control System ..........................52 Section 3: Housing ............................52 Section 4: Drive System ............................ 53 Section 6: Curtain ..............................
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Page 4: Section 1: System Overview
Section 1: System Overview The Model 4000 Perimeter Fire Curtain (M4000) is a motorized smoke and fire protection system housed in the ceiling of a building. The system uses one or more motors to lower a specialized curtain around a strategic location. - Page 5 Main Controller The Main Controller serves as housing for batteries, control switches, status LEDs and system control switches which can be used to put the unit into different operating modes. In the event the unit has additional Satellite Controllers and other hardware, the Main Controller serves as the hub for the entire system. Figure 2 –...
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Page 6: Changing System Settings
1.2 – Changing System Settings Over the course of the installation it will be necessary to change the operating mode of the M4000. The unit can operate in two modes: Jog Mode: Enables the use of the control buttons to jog the system up and down at will. ... -
Page 7: System Orientation
1.3 – System Orientation The M4000 is installed to a Header at the installation site. Although the unit will be oriented with its top plate anchored to the Header. Illustrations in this guide will present the M4000 in the position it will be in for its final installation. Back / Front / Atrium side... -
Page 8: Checklist
Staging: Using the Installation Layout Sheets included with your unit, stage components on the floor around the worksite to ensure each section of your unit has all the parts necessary for installation. Each section is numbered and depending on what length and how many corners, each section may require additional motors and Satellite Controllers. -
Page 9: Section 2: Main Controller Installation And Conduit Routing
Controller low voltage compartment. NOTE: Wires 14 and 15 are connected to the Normally Open contacts of the initiating device in parallel with the Smoke Guard EOL-Diode. Consult with site GC/electrician to identify optional Wall Switch and/or Door Activation Switches. Reference your Installation Layout Sheets to determine conduit routing paths and number of circuits. -
Page 10: Installing The Main Controller
½” conduit is required between Door Activation Switch box(es) and Main Controller low voltage compartment. Two 18 or 20 AWG stranded wires for each switch between Wall Switch box and Main Controller low voltage compartment. First switch labeled 11 and 13, second switch labeled 12 and 13. -
Page 11: Section 3: Housing
The Housing of the M4000 contains the motors, drive shafts and other components which enable the Model 4000 to operate. These components are mounted to the housing structure and the housing is then attached to the worksite. Installation requirements may vary depending on your worksite. - Page 12 Step 3 – Use hand tools to secure the motor by fastening the four, M5-12mm bolts located around the motor mounting hole as seen in Figure 6. WARNING: Motor components are fragile. Using an impact hammer, or other power tool, may damage to components.
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Page 13: Optional Satellite Controllers & Junction Boxes
Rotating plate Figure 8 – (Left) The rotating plate on the support bracket can be moved by loosening the indicated bolt. (Right) The drive shaft fits into the support bracket behind the rotating plate. 3.2 – Optional Satellite Controllers & Junction Boxes Some installations will require additional motors, junction boxes and Satellite Controllers to operate properly. -
Page 14: Installing The Housing Sections
Satellite Controller Main Junction Box Secondary High Voltage Junction Box High Voltage Junction Box Figure 10 – Mounting locations for additional hardware as seen from the front of the unit. (If applicable) Install Satellite Controllers and junction boxes. Installing the Housing Sections 3.3 –... - Page 15 Step 1 – Layout all the Housing sections under the installation site according to the Installation Layout Sheets shipped with your unit. Step 2 – Use chalk or other erasable writing tool to mark where the outside of the Housing will align on the header.
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Page 16: Motor And Controller Cabling
3.4 – Motor and Controller Cabling Step 1 – Feed motor and controller cables through the large grommet holes on the Housing assembly as seen in Figure 12. Step 2 – Plug wiring harnesses into controllers so that all hardware is connected. Step 3 –... -
Page 17: Section 4: Drive System
Section 4: Drive System The drive system is made up of separate sections. The number of sections varies depending on the length of the system. Each section contains drive shafts which serve as spools for the Metal Tape which raises and lowers the Curtain. -
Page 18: U-Joints
4.2 – U-Joints If your M4000 uses U-Joints, this step will serve as the first step in Drive Shaft installation as this step requires the U-Joint be connected to drive shafts. Connect drive shafts to the U-joint prior to installation. You can learn more about installing drive shafts in Section 4.3. -
Page 19: Drive Shafts
4.3 – Drive Shafts When installing drive shafts to an M4000 with a bevel gear, it is best to attach the drive shafts to the bevel gear assembly first and work the shaft into the support brackets. Step 1 – Using your Installation Layout Sheets, locate all drive shafts, couplers, chains and other hardware. Layout the materials under the worksite. -
Page 20: Up Limit Switch
Critical alignment Verify drive shafts are secure and can rotate freely by hand. Verify sprockets on motors and drive shafts are aligned. Figure 16 – The motor sprocket and drive shaft sprocket in proper alignment seen from below 4.5 – Up Limit Switch The Up Limit Switch is the sensor that alerts the M4000 when the Curtain is raised to its maximum level. - Page 21 Step 2 – Connect the cable from the to the primary motor connector Common and Normally Open tabs on the Up Limit Switch. NOTE: The Up Limit Switch can be adjusted by moving the assembly forward or backward along the slots on the support bracket.
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Page 22: Section 5: Electrical Connections
Section 5: Electrical Connections This section covers the installation of electrical cables and components of both single motor and multi- motor M4000 systems. Depending on your installation, some steps may not apply. NOTE: This product is intended to be installed in accordance with the National Electric Code NFPA 80, National Alarm Code NFPA 80 and within the limits of the authority having jurisdiction. -
Page 23: Main Controller Cables
Multi Motor Schematic Figure 20 – The multi motor schematic for the M4000. 5.2 – Main Controller Cables Step 1 – From the Main Junction Box pull free the end of Main Motor Cable and COM Cable to Main Controller low voltage compartment. Step 2 –... -
Page 24: Initiating Device Circuit
14. SMOKE DET/FIRE ALARM + 15. SMOKE DET/FIRE ALARM - NOTE: If it is not possible to perform this step at this time connect the Smoke Guard EOL-Diode directly into terminals 14 and 15 to avoid system fault during subsequent testing. -
Page 25: Optional Door Activation Switches
NOTE: If it is not possible to perform this step at this time it can be performed prior to final system testing described in Section 7. 5.5 – Optional Door Activation Switches Step 1 – Ensure that wires 11, 12 and 13 have been installed at the normally open contacts of the remote door activation switches. -
Page 26: Main Controller Settings
5.7 – Main Controller Settings Step 1 – To ensure proper operation, verify that the configuration DIP switches on the Main Controller PCA match the settings in the figures below. The current limit trip jumper (J18) should be set for 25A power in the configuration shown in the figures below. Single Motor Configuration for Main Controller Figure 22 –... -
Page 27: Wiring Diagram
5.8 – Wiring Diagram Figure 24 – Reference wiring diagram for a typical 4-motor M4000 system. At this point, the M4000 is ready for testing and power can be connected STOP to the system. Check that no steps have been missed to ensure smooth operation of the drive system. -
Page 28: Section 6: Curtain System
Section 6: Curtain System The Curtain is made up of separate sections. The number of sections varies depending on the length of the system. The Curtain is made from special materials to contain fire and smoke. Depending on your system, the Curtain will also serve as the mounting point for the Side Guide pins. -
Page 29: Testing The Drive Line
Step 3 – Adjust the tensioner until the top chain has no more than 1/8” of slack. The chain should not be loose around the sprockets. Check for debris that may get caught in the chain during installation. Inspect chain is installed securely around both sprockets. -
Page 30: Assemble The Curtain System
6.4 – Attach the Metal Tape The Curtain of the M4000 is raised and lowered by metal tape supplied by Smoke Guard. Lengths of tape are shipped specialized for your system. When raised, the metal tape is spooled on the pulleys on the drive shafts. - Page 31 Step 7 – Use the Swage Tool provided by Smoke Guard to crimp a bead on the spring on either side of the tape reel to prevent it from sliding off. (Pliers do not provide an adequate bead and the reels may fall off.) NOTE: The Metal Tape should run over the top of the pulleys Step 8 –...
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Page 32: Curtain Tray
M4000 Housing as well as the ceiling, or other features of the installation site. Smoke Guard ships the corner sections of the Curtain Tray as an assembly, however, some adjustments may need to be made before the sections are fully secured. - Page 33 Step 3 – Attach the Up Limit Bracket to the Curtain Tray aligning it so that it is directly under the Up Limit Switch as illustrated in Figure 32. NOTE: The Up Limit Bracket will be mounted to a point on the backside of the Curtain Tray with two horizontal slots.
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Page 34: Setting Tape Tension & Levelling The Curtain Tray
All Curtain Tray sections are aligned and joined correctly. Up Limit Bracket is installed. Metal Tape is secured in the tape clamps. 6.6 – Setting Tape Tension & Levelling The Curtain Tray Step 1 – Ensure the Curtain Tray sections are flush with the floor. This should be the position the pans are in when the Curtain is fully deployed. - Page 35 NOTE: If the tape clamps are twisted, this can put a curve in the Metal Tape. If this occurs, a scraping noise may be heard when the Curtain is raised. Step 4 – Raise the Curtain Tray 1’ to 3’ so a laser level can be used to level the Curtain Tray. Step 5 –...
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Page 36: Adjusting The Up Limit Switch
6.7 – Adjusting the Up Limit Switch NOTE: These steps may require two or more people. Step 1 – Test the Up Limit Switch by pressing the switch and listening for a click at the Main Controller. If no click is heard, check the wiring between the primary motor plug and the terminal block at the Main Controller. - Page 37 Step 6 – If the Curtain Tray is fully seated, check to verify the Up Limit Switch has been triggered. If the Curtain Tray is seated correctly it will trigger the Up Limit Switch when it is fully raised into the Housing.
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Page 38: Layout The Curtain
6.8 – Layout the Curtain Step 1 – Using your Installation Layout Sheets, locate all curtain sections, special thread and other hardware. Layout the materials under the worksite. WARNING: Do not slice the curtain when removing it from packaging. Step 2 – Carefully weave the Curtain sections through the tape onto the Curtain Tray Step 3 –... - Page 39 Install all aluminum bars into the Curtain. Step 2 – Starting at one end of the unit, measure the seam on the back side of the pocket on top of the Curtain sections. Do not include overlap in this measurement. Step 3 –...
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Page 40: Optional Guide Pins
6.10 – Optional Guide Pins Some installations will include the optional Side Guides. The guide pins are a critical component of the Side Guides. Reference your Installation Layout Sheets to determine if these steps apply to your installation. These steps will show you how to install additional components to your M4000 system. If these steps do not apply to your installation, proceed to Section 6.11. - Page 41 Hat channel Steel bar Curtain Figure 40 – This illustration shows how the curtain, steel bar and Hat Channel are all connected. Step 3 – Using the supplied self-drilling screws, drill through the marked point on the Curtain to attach the Curtain to the Hat Channel.
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Page 42: Attaching Curtain To Curtain Tray
Figure 42 – The steel rod is inserted into the bottom pocket of the Curtain and then clamped under the clamping plate on the Curtain Tray. WARNING: Use only clamping plates with a Smoke Guard certification sticker. Step 4 – Continue clamping down the Curtain until the entire length of the Curtain is clamped down. -
Page 43: Installing Curtain System Components
Installing Curtain System Components 6.13 – Installing Optional Side Guides Some installations will include the optional Side Guides. Reference your Installation Layout Sheets to determine if these steps apply to your installation. These steps will show you how to install additional components to your M4000 system. -
Page 44: Attaching Covers
Anchor the Side Guide assembly into the wall. 6.14 – Attaching Covers The M4000 is closed off with covers on the front, bottom and back depending on the specific installation. These panels close off the interior workings of the unit and are screwed on to the Housing. When panels meet one another they are connected with a flat section joiner. -
Page 45: Retaining Clips
6.16 – Retaining Clips Following the complete assembly and installation of the M4000 it may be necessary to leave the system without power while work continues around the worksite. To prevent the Curtain from falling due to gravity, special retaining clips can be used to hold the Curtain Tray in the Housing until power is applied. This will allow work to continue around the WARNING: It is critical that the M4000 is in Jog Mode when the retaining clips are in use. -
Page 46: Section 7: System Testing
7.1 – Calibration Sequence Step 1 – Temporarily install the End of Line Diode provided by Smoke Guard to the initiating device. NOTE: The End of Line Diode will be removed and reinstalled later however it is not critical that it be removed following this step. -
Page 47: Test Optional Keyed Switch
Step 7 – Verify the calibration state of the unit. If the unit beeps once and displays a green LED at the Main Controller, proceed to Section 7.2. If there is no beep and the Main Controller displays a red or yellow LED, proceed to Section 8 to troubleshoot the error. -
Page 48: Sewing Curtain Sections
7.4 – Sewing Curtain Sections NOTE: The curtain has been left unsewn to allow for adjustments. Make any final adjustments prior to sewing the Curtain sections together. Ensure you have 4” of overlap between the sections of the Curtain before you begin sewing. -
Page 49: Section 8: Troubleshooting
Section 8: Troubleshooting State Description Green Yellow Notes (fault code) (Trouble) Normal 1 System OK System fully functional. Normal 2 Power on/Self- Blinking Blinking Blinking Approximately 12 test active. seconds to complete. Normal 3 System in 1-blink every 5s. 1-blink every 5s. - Page 50 Error 8B Satellite 8-blinks every 2-blinks every Main Controller has Controller lost connection to Connection. Satellite Controller(s). Error 8C Satellite 8-blinks every 3-blinks every Satellite Controller AC Controller(s) have off. lost AC power and Main Controller has not. Error 9 Brake Fault.
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Page 51: Appendix
Smoke Guard can be reached for customer service, troubleshooting and general questions on any of your Smoke Guard products by phone, email or standard mail. You can also contact Smoke Guard to learn more about upgrades to your Smoke Guard products as well as other services. -
Page 52: A2 - M4000 Installation Checklist
A2 – M4000 Installation Checklist Check off items as completed Section 2: Control System WARNING: The Main Controller must be within 30 conduit feet of the unit. Consult with site GC/electrician to identify Main Controller location. Reference your Installation Layout Sheets to determine conduit routing paths. Requirements: ... -
Page 53: Section 4: Drive System
Attach drive sprocket. Ensure sprocket is evenly spaced on the motor drive shaft and tighten set screws. (If applicable) Install Satellite Controllers and junction boxes. Attach motors, Satellite Controllers and junction boxes. Install all initial anchors through pre-drilled ½” holes. o It may be necessary to pre-install the Outer Covers on some installations. -
Page 54: Section 6: Curtain
Section 6: Curtain Motors are rotating in the same direction. Inspect chain is installed securely around both sprockets. Tension chain so that the slack on the top of the chain does not exceed 1/8”. All drive shafts rotate in the same direction when jogged. Connect drive chain and conduct a successful drive line test. -
Page 55: Section 7: System Testing
6.10 Insert guide pins into all of the Curtain pockets allowing 4” of overlap between the pins and the metal bars and allowing the guide pins to extrude at least 2”. Attach the bottom guide pins. 6.11 Screw the Curtain to the Hat Channel. Inspect the top bar and address any sagging you may find. -
Page 56: A3 - Glossary
A3 – Glossary AC – Alternating Current, this refers to the primary power supply for the M4000. AHJ – Authority Having Jurisdiction. Armed – Armed is the operational condition the M4000 is in during normal operation. Armed is indicated on the Main Controller by a green LED. - Page 57 LCC – Large Curtain Controller. Generic term for Smoke Guard control systems. LED – Light Emitting Diode, refers to the lights on the Main Controller which indicate the status and any errors in the unit.
- Page 58 Side Guide – Side Guides are an optional feature on some M4000 units which allow the Curtain to be guided down via guide pins and railing. Smoke Guard – Idaho-based company which produces the M4000 and other fire protection systems. Contact information is available in the appendix.
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