VENCO GFSD Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Grille acess out of wall or out of floor 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 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 UL 555S.
Note: Combination fire smoke 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.
hour rated combination
1
2
Grille Acess Out of Wall or Out of Floor
Combination Fire Smoke Damper

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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Electrical Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pre-Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Preparation of Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Floor Openings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Duct to Sleeve Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Approved Breakaway Connections . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Damper Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Damper Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Document 487256 Grille Acess Out of Wall or Out of Floor Combination Fire Smoke Damper GFSD Series 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.
  • Page 2: General Information

    Electrical input may be needed for this equipment. This work should be performed by a qualified electrician. Verify power before wiring actuator. Venco is not responsible for any damage to, or failure of the unit caused by incorrect field wiring. To avoid causing death or serious bodily harm to building occupants, follow all instructions carefully.
  • Page 3: Preparation Of Openings

    Screw into rear portion of the studs studs so as to avoid space so as to avoid space conflicts with conflicts with the grille assembly. the grille assembly. Figure 4 - Metal Stud Figure 3 - Wood Stud GFSD Series...
  • Page 4: Clearances Required Between Damper Sleeves & Wall/Floor Openings

    Grille (supplied by others) Thermal Blanket 3 1/2 in. Max. Figure 5: Through the Grille - Duct Terminates Actuator Compartment Electrical Access Panel Figure 6: GFSD front view GFSD Series...
  • Page 5: Inserting Dampers Into Floor Openings

    RRL, RRL/OCI, Actuator Frame max out of wall/floor per UL Sleeve requirements Sleeve length Damper location Retaining angle (distance from edge Damper of sleeve to edge of damper frame) Grille Rated barrier Figure 8: Damper Above Floor GFSD Series...
  • Page 6: Securing The Damper/Sleeve Assembly To Wall/Floor Openings

    152 5CWnt, manufactured by Venture tape Company. Horizontal mount: thermal Flange blanket (installed around entire outside surface of sleeve) Vertical mount: thermal blanket (installed around the top and sides only) Wall Figure 9: Sleeved Damper with Thermal Blanket (duct termination) GFSD Series...
  • Page 7: Duct To Sleeve Connection

    [0.6 mm] (330 mm - 762 mm) 26 ga. (0.018 in.) 12 in. wide and under [0.46 mm] (305 mm) See Breakaway Connection section for additional information. UL Standard 555 requires all ducts to terminate at fire damper sleeves. GFSD Series...
  • Page 8: Approved Breakaway Connections

    • Ducts larger than 22 in. (558 mm) wide (or dia.) up to and including 36 in. (914 mm) wide (or dia.) shall have five Type B screws. Wall or Floo Type R and O factory furnished duct collars qualify Sleeve as breakaway connections. Duct Damper Type R, O Figure 12: Type R and O Transition GFSD Series...
  • Page 9 Spot weld or Tek screw per Spot weld or Tek screw per manufacturer instructions TDC or TDF TDC or TDF manufacturer instructions Connection Connection Butyl Gasket Damper Sleeve Butyl Gasket Damper Sleeve Figure 17: Metal cleat method Figure 18: Screw method GFSD Series...
  • Page 10: Actuator And Temperature Response Device Connections

    The switch provides a positive open and closed signal when used in conjunction with remote indicator lights. See Figure 21 for wiring of the TOR thermostats and indicator switches. CLOSED OPEN Figure 21: TOR wiring diagram GFSD Series...
  • Page 11: Damper Maintenance

    Venco ’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: Our Commitment

    Notes Our Commitment As a result of our commitment to continuous improvement, Venco reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Phone: 1.833.881.0565 • Fax: 715.355.2399 • E-mail: info@vencoproducts.com • Website: www.vencoproducts.com 482756 • GFSD Series, Rev. 1 February 2025...

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