Page 1
FD-C Series Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ IN THEIR ENTIRETY THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ IN THEIR ENTIRETY BEFORE COMMENCING WORK TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE BEFORE COMMENCING WORK TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE Dampers will only be CE marked if: •...
FD-C Damper Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions 1. Storage Dampers received on site should be stored in a purpose made storage area, where they can be protected from moisture, dust and impact damage until required. Dampers are designed for installation within internal normal dry filtered H&V systems.
Page 3
5. Preparation for Installation and General Notes Before installation, the damper should be inspected to ensure that it has not been damaged and is in good condition following transportation and/or storage. Check damper reference and size to site specification. The damper is supplied with blade in the closed position and the Fusible Link held in place by orange transit tape.
Page 4
e.g. for 150mm dia. damper, and 12.5mm wall board, cut hole should be 195mm (150+(2x10)+(2x12.5)) Mark out position and size of required cut size on the wall. Using appropriate means, cut the hole in the wall and line opening by adding track and batons (fig 1). Check opening size is correct.
Page 5
8. MASONRY WALL BATT SURROUND (Refer to FD-C M8) Fig 4 Folded Installation Plate Installation 8.1.1 The installation plate should be supplied ‘factory folded’. 8.1.2 The damper should be installed within and affixed to the top of the aperature as shown in figure 4. 8.1.3 Fire batt material should be cut to suit void with zero clearance to produce an interference fit.
Page 6
Fire Curtain (FC) Installation Method (Refer to FD-C M14). 8.2.1 Parts required and checks. 8.2.1.1 Damper. 8.2.1.2 Clamp plate attached to damper. 8.2.1.3 ST4.8mm dia x 19mm long safety self-tapping blunt point (qty to suit damper size). These are optional accessories at the time of purchase of dampers.
Page 7
9. Rotatable Cleats (Not FFC) Rotatable Cleats are optional and where fitted should only be used to support the damper where the fire separation element is not yet in place, offering a temporary installation support. The cleats must not be the sole independent method of supporting the fire damper.
10. Commissioning It is recommended that the blade is only opened and locked in position once the damper has been installed into 10.1 the fire barrier and ductwork is connected. If set and locked open before installation, handling of the casing can cause the fusible link mechanism to actuate and close the blade.
12. Fault Finding Symptom Fault Corrective Action Inspect / remove items Internal foreign object fouling blade Clean and lubricate. (Refer to 11.3/11.4) Damper does not travel Minor damage may be corrected carefully with a soft mallet. (BSB fully open / close smoothly Casing dented/damaged or always recommend replacement of damaged dampers) not round...
13 Installation Check List Damper Installation Certificate Project Name: ..................Date of Installation:................Installation Address ............................Postcode: ........Location Identification (Section/Floor/Room): ..............................The installer should complete this installation certificate when installing BSB Engineering dampers. A separate certificate must be completed for each individual damper.
Page 11
For purchase orders and order related enquiries, please email: orders@bsb-dampers.co.uk For pricing, technical and general enquiries, please email: enquiries@bsb-dampers.co.uk Website: www.bsb-dampers.co.uk • A member of the Maico group BSB Engineering Services Ltd. reserves the right to modify or withdraw any specification without prior notice that may result from...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the BSB FD-C Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers