Greenheck DFD Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
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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
dampers mounted in: 1) masonry, block, or stud
walls (blades must be horizontal) 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.
Note: 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 fire
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DFD, DFD-150X, FD, FD-150X, SSDFD, SSFD,
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and 3 Hour Curtain Fire Dampers
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Table of Contents
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pre-Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Preparation of Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Floor Openings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing Multiple Section Assemblies. . . . . . . . . 4
Maximum Assembly Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Sleeve Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Duct to Sleeve Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Damper Commissioning and Periodic Testing. . . . .11
Damper Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Damper Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Document 481324
Curtain Fire Damper
and KFD series
Curtain Fire Dampers
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Document 481324 Curtain Fire Damper DFD, DFD-150X, FD, FD-150X, SSDFD, SSFD, ® and KFD series ⁄ and 3 Hour Curtain Fire 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
Visually inspect the fusible link to verify its Installation Supplements not damaged. Replace link as necessary. Refer to the appropriate Greenheck installation 2) Lift or handle damper using sleeve or frame. Do not supplements for special requirements lift damper using blades. -
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: Maximum Assembly Tables
Maximum Assembly Tables When multiple sections are shipped unassembled, installer shall fasten dampers together. The table shows maximum sizes for multiple section dampers. Dampers that are two or more sections tall must be factory assembled. Note: All dimensions are shown in inches (W x H). * Sizes listed refer to the damper size, not transition size. -
Page 6: Securing The Damper/Sleeve Assembly To Wall/Floor Openings
Attachments--Do not place attachments between blade channels NOTE: Attachments must not enter blade channel or they may cause interference with blade closure. Narrow Line and Ultra Thin Blade dampers do not have flange for attachments Channel and must be welded to sleeve. 2 in. - Page 7 Single Sided Angle Method: For single side installations the retaining angles must be attached to the wall/floor (see Figures 8-11). For metal stud partitions only, the single side mounting angle may be directly attached to the metal stud prior to the installation of the drywall. •...
- Page 8 Duct Damper Retaining Angles Type A Damper 1/4 in. minimum Sleeve total clearance Wall or Floor Damper Sleeve (See Section 1) #10 sheet metal screws #10 sheet metal screws, 2 2 1/2 in. minimum spaced 6 in. on center 1/2 inches long, spaced 6 Stud or Runner and a maximum of 2 in.
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Page 9: Duct To Sleeve Connection
Duct to Sleeve Connection Sleeve Gauge and Connection Type Requirements The size of the damper/duct determines the required sleeve gauge and the required duct to sleeve connection (see table to the right). The sleeve thickness must also not be less than the gauge of the connecting duct. Any duct connection other than the breakaway connections described below are considered rigid. - 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 18). Fire Damper Sleeve 6 in. long metal cleat or 1/16 in. max.
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Page 11: 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. - Page 12 As a result of our commitment to continuous improvement, Greenheck reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Product warranties can be found online at Greenheck.com, either on the specific product page or in the literature section of the website at Greenheck.com/Resources/Library/Literature.