JANUS 650 Self Storage Unit Doors Installation Guide

June 15, 2024
JANUS

JANUS 650 Self Storage Unit Doors

Product Information

  • Product Name: 650 Rolling Sheet Door
  • Manufacturer: Janus International Group LLC
  • Address: 135 Janus International Blvd. Temple, GA 30179
  • Contact Information:

Important Information

Before installing the 650 Rolling Sheet Door, it is crucial to read and understand the following instructions:

  • Do not cut the tape and plastic wrap that holds the door in a roll until instructed to do so.
  • The door must be installed by trained rolling door technicians who are qualified to install the product safely with proper knowledge, tools, safety equipment, and installation equipment.
  • Familiarize yourself with all installation procedures, warnings, cautions, and notes provided in the installation instructions.
  • Janus International Corporation will not warranty or accept responsibility for doors not installed per these installation instructions.

Important Safety Information

Please adhere to the following safety guidelines:

  • If there are any missing parts, contact the door supplier immediately with a parts shortage claim, providing the order number, door model, and photo documentation if possible.
  • If the received door components and parts do not match those referenced in the installation instructions, contact the door supplier immediately.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

  • CAREFULLY READ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH ALL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL DOOR.
  • INSPECT RECEIVED DOOR ASSEMBLY FOR VISIBLE DAMAGE AND/OR COMPONENT SHORTAGES.
    • a. SHIPPING DAMAGE: FILE DAMAGE CLAIM IMMEDIATELY WITH FREIGHT CARRIER. SUPPLY DOOR SUPPLIER WITH PHOTO DOCUMENTATION TO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS.
    • b. PART SHORTAGE: IMMEDIATELY CONTACT DOOR SUPPLIER WITH PARTS SHORTAGE CLAIM. ORDER NUMBERS, DOOR MODELS, AND PHOTO DOCUMENTATION ARE ENCOURAGED TO EXPEDITE THE PROCESS.
    • c. INCORRECT PARTS: IF RECEIVED DOOR COMPONENTS AND PARTS DO NOT MATCH THOSE REFERENCED IN THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, IMMEDIATELY CONTACT THE DOOR SUPPLIER.
  • IF AT ANY TIME BEFORE OR DURING INSTALLATION YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR, UNCOMFORTABLE, OR CONFUSED BY THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY.
  • IMMEDIATELY CONTACT THE DOOR SUPPLIER WITH QUESTIONS/CONCERNS.
  • JANUS INTERNATIONAL DOORS MUST BE INSTALLED BY TRAINED ROLLING DOOR TECHNICIANS QUALIFIED TO INSTALL PRODUCTS SAFELY WITH PROPER KNOWLEDGE, TOOLS, SAFETY AND INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT.

READ ALL WARNINGS BELOW

  • USE APPROPRIATE SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY.
  • CLEAR FLOOR AT THE OPENING OF ALL DEBRIS BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT.
  • USE APPROPRIATE LIFTING EQUIPMENT AND CORRECT LIFTING PROCEDURES TO AVOID DAMAGE, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • MOVING THE DOOR COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. DO NOT CLOSE DOOR UNTIL DOORWAY IS CLEAR.
  • CONTROL THE SPEED OF THE DOOR DURING MANUAL OPERATION.
  • DO NOT STAND OR WALK UNDER A MOVING DOOR.
  • KEEP THE DOORWAY CLEAR AND IN FULL VIEW WHILE OPERATING DOOR.
  • DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO PLAY ON, NEAR, OR WITH THE DOOR, OR OPERATE DOOR CONTROLS.
  • UNLOCK DOOR BEFORE OPENING DOOR.
  • SENSING DEVICES ON MOTOR OPERATING DOORS SHOULD BE TESTED FREQUENTLY.
  • VISUALLY INSPECT DOOR AND HARDWARE MONTHLY FOR WORN AND/OR BROKEN PARTS AND CHECK IF DOOR OPERATES
  • FREELY. DO NOT OPERATE A DOOR WITH A BROKEN SPRING.
  • COMPONENTS UNDER EXTREME SPRING TENSION COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
  • DOOR MUST BE FULLY OPENED WHEN MAKING ADJUSTMENTS.
  • Retain these instructions for reference.
  • Operation & Maintenance Manual is available via pdf download at www.janusintl.com or upon request.

HANDLE WITH CARE

HANDLE WITH CARE – DO’s & DON’T’s

DO’s

  • CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL PRODUCTS FOR DAMAGE UPON RECEIPT.
  • USE PROTECTIVE FOAM BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND ANY SURFACE OR OBJECT IT MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH WHILE IN TRANSIT AND/OR STORAGE.
  • WHEN SECURING THE PRODUCT FOR TRANSIT, USE A FOAM BARRIER BETWEEN PRODUCT AND STRAPS, ROPES, ETC.
  • CAREFULLY UNLOAD PRODUCT FROM ANY TYPE OF CRATING MATERIAL ASSURING NO CONTACT WITH FASTENERS OR SHARP EDGES.
  • CLEAR FLOOR AT THE OPENING OF ALL DEBRIS BEFORE INSTALLING PRODUCT.
  • SINGLE-PERSON LIFTING OF PRODUCT COULD CAUSE INJURY. USE ASSISTANCE WHEN MOVING OR LIFTING.
  • INSTALL THE PRODUCT WITH APPROPRIATE LIFTING EQUIPMENT ASSURING A PROTECTIVE BARRIER IS MAINTAINED BETWEEN PRODUCT AND ANY SURFACE OR OBJECT IT MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH.

DON’T’s

  • DO NOT – STAND ON PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – CLIMB ON PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – WALK ON PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – DROP PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – SLIDE PRODUCT ACROSS ANY SURFACE.
  • DO NOT – THROW OR TOSS PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – SET OR STACK PRODUCT ON GRAVEL,
  • DEBRIS, OR UNEVEN SURFACES.
  • DO NOT – ALLOW SHARP OBJECTS TO COME IN
  • CONTACT WITH PRODUCT.
  • DO NOT – LEAVE PRODUCT UNSECURED WHILE IN
  • TRANSIT OR DURING INSTALLATION.
  • FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE ABOVE CONDITIONS WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR
  • PRODUCT DAMAGE NOT COVERED UNDER JANUS INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT WARRANTY.
  • ALWAYS HANDLE PRODUCT WITH CARE, AND REVIEW ALL INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS, AND NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING PRODUCT.
  • REVIEW DOOR ASSEMBLY AND GENERAL PARTS DESCRIPTIONS BILL OF MATERIAL FROM PAGE 4, FIGURE 1 TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH COMMON PARTS OF ROLLING SHEET DOOR ASSEMBLY.
  • DOOR ASSEMBLIES ARE MANUFACTURED PER OPENING WIDTHS AND HEIGHTS SPECIFIED AT
  • TIME OF ORDER. JANUS INTERNATIONAL WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR OPENING WIDTHS OR HEIGHTS THAT DO NOT MATCH THOSE SPECIFIED AT TIME OF ORDER.

PART DESCRIPTIONS

DOOR ASSEMBLY & GENERAL PART DESCRIPTIONSJANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-
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FIGURE 1: DOOR ASSEMBLY & GENERAL PART DESCRIPTION

Operation & Maintenance Manual available via pdf download @ www.janusintl.com. or upon request

GENERAL BILL OF MATERIALS

ITEM| DESCRIPTION / PART NUMBER| ITEM| DESCRIPTION / PART NUMBER| ITEM| DESCRIPTION / PART NUMBER
1| 9 1/2″ Spiral Barrel| 7| 26 Ga. Corrugated Curtain| 13| LH Guide
2| 1″ O.D. Axle| 8| Mini Latch| 14| RH Guide
3| Spring/Counterbalance Assembly| 9| Bottom Bar Astragal| 15| Comm. Step Plate (Optional)
4| Tensioner Ratchet Wheel| 10| Bottom Bar Assembly| 16| Comm. Slide Lock (Optional)
5| Bracket| 11| Mini Clip| 17|
6| Headstop| 12| Rope| 18|

DIMENSIONAL REFERENCES

HEADROOM/SIDEROOM DIMENSIONAL REFERENCES

FIGURE 2: HEADROOM REQUIREMENT CHART

HEADROOM REQUIREMENT

OPENING HEIGHT| VERTICAL HEADROOM| HORIZONTAL HEADROOM
THRU 7′-4″| 15 1 2“| 17″
OVER 7′-4″

THRU 8’8″

| 16″| 17 1 2“
OVER 8’8″

THRU 10′-0

| 17″| 18 1 2“

FIGURE 3: SIDEROOM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

OPERATION

| OUTSIDE OF BRACKET TENSIONER END| OUTSIDE OF BRACKET DRIVE END (NON- TENSIONER)
PUSH-UP| 3 1 2“| 3 1 2“
PANTHEON| 3 1 2“| 3 1 2“
ATA EZ Roller 14| 3 1 2“| 6 1 2“

IMPORTANT NOTES

•       DIMENSIONS ARE REFERENCED FROM THE EDGE OF THE OPENING.

•      FOR CRITICAL FITS DUE TO REDUCED AVAILABLE HEADROOM OR SIDEROOM CLEARANCES, CONSULT FACTORY.

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STEP 1: WALL OPENING

  • Check the wall opening width and height and verify these measurements against the size of the door to be installed.
  • Verify that jambs are plumb.
  • Check floor and header for level.
  • Check for adequate side clearance at jambs and clearance above and at the sides of the header. Check vertical and horizontal headroom requirements. See Figures 2 & 3 for minimum requirements.
  • Verify that the guide mounting surface on the jamb is flush.
  • Make sure all parts required for installation are with the door.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(4\)

STEP 2: POSITION DOOR & PARTS

  • Verify floor area is clean in order to prevent damage to the curtain.
  • Inside the building, place the left guide on the floor perpendicular to the opening with guide bottom close to the left jamb and the top toward the inside of the building. Repeat the step to the right side.
  • Place the door on the floor at top of and between guides. Rotate the door as necessary to locate the bottom bar against the floor. See Figure 5.
  • Distribute hardware parts to appropriate areas.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(5\)

STEP 3: GUIDES TO BRACKET POSITIONING

  • At the tensioner end of the door, lift the flange on the tensioner pawl until the end of the pawl clears the tensioner ratchet wheel. Rotate the bracket in order to position the short leg end upwards. Release the flange on pawl and allow the end to engage with the nearest tooth on the tensioner ratchet wheel.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(6\)

SNAP – ON BRACKET INSTALLATION

  • Bring the top end of the guide in alignment with the bracket and insert tabs on the bracket into tab slots in the guide. (Figure 7)
  • Slide the bracket and guide together until the locking tab in the guide fully engages a notch in the bracket.
  • If the locking tab does not fully engage with the bracket notch, use a hammer and punch to bend the tab into the bracket notch.
  • Repeat the above steps for the non-tensioner bracket guide. The bracket will require being held in position.

NOTE:

  • FOR PANTHEON JSS INSTALLATION GUIDE, SEE PAGE 13 &14.
  • FOR ATA OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE, SEE PAGE 15 &16.

BOLT-ON BRACKET INSTALLATION

  • Attach door bracket to guides. Use two (2) each 1 4 – 20 x 1 2″ carriage bolts and 1 4 – 20 serrated hex nuts per bracket. (Figure 8)JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(7\)

WARNING! DOOR CAN FALL IF BOTH BRACKETS ARE NOT SECURELY FASTENED TO THE JAMBS. ALL FASTENERS ATTACHING BRACKETS TO JAMBS MUST FIT SECURELY INTO A STRUCTURAL MEMBER OR SURFACE. IF THE DOOR FALLS, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE DOOR CAN RESULT.

STEP 4: LIFTING DOOR ASSEMBLY

  • Move door and guide assemblies toward the wall opening with the bottom of guides resting next to jambs.
  • Lift the door assembly evenly, pivoting around the bottom of the guides. (See Figure 9)

NOTE:

  • DOORS OVER 8′-0″ HIGH WILL REQUIRE A MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICE TO LIFT THE DOOR & GUIDE INTO THE MOUNTING POSITION.
  • ANY MECHANICAL LIFTING DEVICE SUCH AS FORKLIFTS OR GENIE LIFTS MUST BE PADDED TO PREVENT CURTAIN DAMAGE.

WARNING!
TWO INSTALLERS ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THE DOOR ASSEMBLY INTO POSITION AGAINST THE JAMBS. THE GUIDES ARE NOT DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE DOOR WEIGHT DURING AONE MAN INSTALLATION. ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION WITH ONLY ONE INSTALLER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE DOOR. DO NOT LEAVE THE DOOR UNATTENDED UNTIL IT IS SECURELY ATTACHED TO JAMBS

FIGURE 9: LIFTING DOOR ASSEMBLY

NOTE: FOR OPENING HEIGHTS OVER 8′-8″, CLAMP BOTTOM OF BRACKETS TO GUIDES WITH LOCKING PLIERS IN ORDER TO ENSURE RIGIDITY OF TOP OF GUIDE WHILE LIFTING. REMOVE PLIERS AFTER SECURING BRACKETS TO JAMBS.

STEP 5: GUIDES AND BRACKETS TO JAMB

  • Attach brackets and guides to jambs using fasteners shown in Table 1.
  • The guides should be mounted centered about the opening, set at curtain width +1″. Back of guide to back of guide. See figure 10. Both guides must be plumb and door must be level.
  • The appropriate fastener must be installed in each corresponding hole location in bracket and guides.

TABLE 1: WALL FASTENERS INCLUDED FOR JAMB ATTACHMENT OF BRACKETS AND GUIDES

ITEM| JAMB| FASTENERS| DRILL SIZE
Brackets and Guides| Concrete/Masonry| 1 4 ” x 1 3 4” DeWalt Screw – Bolt (Guides)

5 16″ x 1 1 2” Sleeve anchor (Bracket)

| 1 4 ” x 1 3 4” SDS

3 8 ” x 1 3 4” SDS

Brackets and Guides| Steel-Structure (Exterior)| 1 4 ” – 14 x 1″ TEKS Screw| None
Brackets and Guides| Steel-Rollup Frame (Interior)| 1 4 ” – 14 x 7 8” Stitch TEKS Screw| None
Brackets and Guides| Wood| 1 4 ” – 10 x 1″ Lag Screw| None

  • 1 3 **4 ” For doors with 2 1 **2 ” Curtain add. (See Figure 10)

  • 2″ For doors with 3 Curtain add. (See Figure 10)

FIGURE 10: BACK OF GUIDE TO BACK OF GUIDEJANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-
Doors-fig-1 \(10\)

STEP 6: SETTING INITIAL SPRING TENSION

  • Before applying initial spring tension, ensure the tensioner pawl is fully engaged with the tensioner ratchet wheel tooth. See Figure 11 below for visual reference.
  • Rotate the door two (2) revolutions in the direction that would send the bottom bar down through the guides.
  • While firmly holding the door at the bottom bar, cut the tape and plastic wrap that holds the door in a coil. Direct the bottom bar down into the guides stopping just past the head stop area and hold securely through the completion of Step 7.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(11\)

STEP 7: HEAD STOPS

  • Slide head stops from inside of each guide. See Figure 12.
  • Secure each head stop to guide with 1 4 – 1 2″ Self Tapper JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(12\)

STEP 8: INSTALLING MINI CLIP

  • Install a mini clip at each end on the inside of the bottom bar using an existing single 14 – 20 x 58 ” carriage bolt and nut. See Figure 13.
  • Install handle(s) on the outside of the bottom bar using 14 – 20 x 58 ” carriage bolts and nuts. See Figure 14.
  • Install rope in holes at the center of the horizontal leg of the bottom bar angle.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(13\)

NOTE: FOR DOORS GREATER THAN 6′ WIDE TWO (2) HANDLES WILL BE PROVIDED FOR INSTALLATION @ CENTER AND LATCH END OF THE BOTTOM BAR.

WARNING! INSTALLATION OF MINI CLIPS ARE REQUIRED. FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL CLIPS WILL RESULT IN THE DOOR CURTAIN TRAVELING BEYOND THE GUIDES RESULTING IN DOOR DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.

NOTE:

  • MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS OF SPRING TENSION MAY BE REQUIRED. ADJUSTMENTS ARE TO BE MADE USING 38 ” DIAMETER WINDING BAR. WHEN
  • MAKING ADJUSTMENTS, ENSURE THE TENSIONER PAWL IS FULLY ENGAGED WITH THE TENSIONER RATCHET WHEEL TOOTH BEFORE REMOVING WINDING BAR FROM IT. SEE FIGURE 15 FOR VISUAL REFERENCE

STEP 9: CHECK DOOR OPERATION

  • Lower and raise the door to test the door balance
  • If the door is easy to close, but hard to open; increase spring tension. See step 10
  • If the door is hard to close but easy to open; decrease spring tension. See step 10

STEP 10: ADJUST SPRING TENSION

  • Place 3 8″ diameter winding bars in the tensioner ratchet wheel.
  • Rotate the winding bar in the down direction to increase spring tension. Each engagement of a tooth equals 1 8 turn.
  • To decrease spring tension, pull down slightly on the winding bar until the pawl disengages the tooth on the tensioner ratchet wheel. Lift the flange on pawl and move winding bar up until just past the pawl/tooth engagement. Allow pawl to rest on ratchet wheel and continue moving winding bar up until pawl is fully engaged with the tooth.
  • Remove the winding bar and operate the door.
  • Repeat the steps above (If needed).

WARNING! COMPONENTS UNDER EXTREME SPRING TENSION COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE MADE BY TRAINED ROLLING DOOR TECHNICIANS USING PROPER TOOLS. DOOR MUST BE FULLY OPENED WHEN MAKING ADJUSTMENTSJANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1
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  • NOTE: BRACKET SHOWN IS FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. THE ACTUAL BRACKET PROVIDED WILL VARY WITH DOOR SIZE. THE TENSIONER SYSTEM SHOWN ABOVE IS PROVIDED FOR ALL MINI-BRACKET TYPES.
  • NOTE:THE LATCH SLIDE SLOT IN THE GUIDE MAY REQUIRE ADJUSTING AFTER DOOR INSTALLATION DUE TO VARIANCES IN MANUFACTURING AND/OR SITE CONDITIONS

STEP 11: PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS

  • Visual ü for RDD-201 on tension bracket. (page 11)
  • Visual ü for RDD-204 on the bottom bar. (page 11)
  • Install RDD-202 door drive side, guide, or jamb. (page 11)

NOTE: JANUS INTERNATIONAL REQUIRES THESE PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS TO BE IN PLACE AND/OR INSTALLED TO FULLY COMPLETE INSTALLATION.

PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS

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  • Janus International requires the following product safety labels to be in place and/or installed to fully complete installation.
  • Any case where product safety labels are missing or damaged, contact Janus International immediately to obtain replacements.

OPTIONAL SLIDE LOCK & TOP/SIDE DRAFT STOP

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OPTIONAL JSS PANTHEON INSTALLATION

NOTE: CONNECTING THE MANUAL RELEASE CABLE TO DRIVE HEAD IS TO BE DONE BEFORE DOOR IS INSTALLED
WARNING! TAKE CARE TO ENSURE THAT THE CABLES FROM THE DRIVE UNIT ARE NOT DAMAGED OR PERMITTED TO RUB ON ANY PART OF THE STRUCTURE OR THE DOOR DURING THE INSTALLATION.
NOTE: FOR THE COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE PANTHEON MOTOR, PLEASE REFERENCE THE PANTHEON INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

  • Step 1: Check to ensure 5″ inset on the barrel is present. Remove bolt from drive head.
  • Step 2: Pull ring on spring loaded pin and twist to disengage auto (electric mode). Rotate motor head in both directions to test manual operation.
  • Step 3: Remove the knurled split nut.
  • Step 4: Uncoil the manual release cable and insert the free end of the cable into the threaded recess where the knurled split nut was removed.
  • Step 5: Reinstall knurled split nut and tighten.
  • Step 6: Carefully coil release cable and motor electric cables together and secure to each other in order to prevent uncoiling or damage during installation of the door.
  • Step 7: Remove right hand Pantheon bracket from end of door.
  • Step 8: Place the drive unit inside the door drum assembly and verify the three (3) studs on the back of the drive unit are fully engaged in the three (3) holes on the steel drum wheel. Return to page 8 to continue installation.JANUS-650-Self-Storage-Unit-Doors-fig-1 \(18\)

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  • Step 1: Install the Z-Motor Plate using Min. 3 – #14 x 1 HWH TEK screws.
  • Step 2: Cut the retaining ring on the axle and discard. Remove the bracket and save for later use.
  • Step 3: Slide the axle sleeve onto the axle and secure it with #14 x 1″ HWH TEK screw
  • Step 4: Slide ATA EZ-Roller onto the axle shaft until both prongs enter the drum.
  • Step 5: Install Support Angle onto the front leg of the U-Bolt.
  • Step 6: Install the bracket and new retaining ring onto the axle until the bracket is flush with the face of the ATA EZ-Roller.
  • Step 7: Install the Spacing channel onto the Guide.
  • Step 8: Attach spacing channel/guide assembly to bracket.
  • Step 9: Return to step 4 on page 8 to continue installation (See Step 10 before returning to step 4 on page 8).
  • Step 10: Secure the Support Angle to the Bracket, using the #8 x 1/2″ HWH Screw.

Operation and Maintenance

The following manual is provided to evaluate the operational performance and future maintenance of the Janus International Rolling Sheet door product line. Janus International mandates rolling sheet door product installation by trained rolling door technicians and future maintenance by experienced/qualified personnel. Specific parts, components, assemblies, etc. that are determined to be defective, worn, or unsafe by performance evaluations or preventative maintenance programs must result in rolling sheet door assembly taken out of service. All repairs, part replacements or adjustments must be made by trained rolling door technicians to place rolling sheet door assembly back into service. It is MANDATORY that all Janus International door technicians and other technicians, installers, and future maintenance staff comply fully with all safety information, procedures, and instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so could result in premature part/component failure resulting in serious injury or death to others and, with respect to Janus International door technicians, immediate termination of employment Adjustments, part replacement, repairs, etc. must be performed by trained rolling door technician

ROLLING SHEET DOOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

  • Rolling Door operation should be easy at/near the open and closed positions. Rolling Door may require more effort to open through the middle portion of travel.
  • Rolling Door operation to the open position should result in bottom bar angle resting against head stops and remain in the open position.
  • Rolling Door operation should not exceed 35lb. of force for hand chain operation, and 30 lb. for manual operation.
  • Rolling Door operational balance evaluation:
  • If door operation is easy to close, but hard to open; spring tension needs to be increased
  • If door operation is hard to close, but easy to open; spring tension needs to be decreased
  • Spring tension adjustments must be made by trained rolling door technician. Refer to Rolling Door installation instructions for tension adjustment procedure.
    • WARNING: Extreme spring tension can cause serious injury or death
  • Rolling Door electrical motor operation should be evaluated quarterly.
  • Prior to Rolling Door electrical motor operation ensure that the doorway is clear and in full view before and during the complete operation cycle.
  • UL 325 requires constant pressure to close for doors without sensing edges or photoelectric sensors/eyes.
  • Sensing devices should be tested at least weekly. Sensing edges should be tested at both ends to evaluate proper operation. Photoelectric eyes must be tested by breaking beam to evaluate proper operation.
  • Evaluate operator limit setting at door travel open and closed positions. If the operator limit setting has become out of sync with door open and close positions, refer to operator installation instructions to reset limits to an appropriate setting in relationship to door open and closed positions.
  • If at any time during Rolling Door electrical motor operation, the motor sounds like it is under excessive load or stress to open the door:
  • Close door using motor operator. Engage motors manual operation feature to manually operate the door to the open position.
  • If door operation is heavy, cannot be completely opened or is hard to open and will not stay in open position; Spring Assembly counterbalance evaluation is required, which may require adjustment or replacement.
  • Spring tension adjustments or repairs must be made by a trained rolling door technician. Refer to Rolling Door installation instructions for tension adjustment procedure.
  • Determination of counterbalance repair must result in the Rolling Door being taken out of service until the required repairs are complete.

VISUAL INSPECTION

Guides:

  • Guide fasteners must be present and secured in each existing hole/slot provided with fasteners supplied by Janus International.
  • Guides must not be bent, crushed, or damaged in a way that binds the curtain and/or bottom bar assembly at any portion of travel.
  • Head stops must be securely fastened in place at the top of the guide to prevent the bottom bar from traveling out of the top of the guide when rolling door curtain is fully raised to the open position.
  • Inspect guide wear strip (when provided) for excessive cracking, tearing, wear, or absence.

Curtain:

  • During rolling door operation, the curtain and bottom bar assembly must move freely inside guides and not contact the header or ceiling.
  • Latches, Step Plates, Slidelocks, Windlocks, etc. (when provided) must always be securely fastened to curtain assembly.
  • Windlocks should never be removed from the curtain.
  • Inspect curtain wear material or felt tape (when provided) for excessive tearing, wear or absence.
  • Inspect weather seals; Top Draft Stop, Side Draft Stop, Brush (when provided)

Brackets/Mounting Plates:

  • All fasteners must be present and secured with fasteners detailed in installation instructions.
  • Brackets and mounting Plates (when provided) must not be bent or damaged in a way that adversely affects the safe operation of door assembly.

Hood Assembly:

  • When provided, all fasteners attaching hood endcaps, hood support (when provided), and hood to the wall must be secure.
  • Hood endcaps or hood must not be bent or crushed in a manner that binds the curtain thus hindering the proper operation of rolling door operation.

Tensioning Devices & Axle Supports:

  • Fasteners attaching all tensioning devices and axle supports must be securely fastened.
  • Set screws securing axle must be securely fastened.
  • Inspect for components for damage or deformity.
    • Determination of tensioning device repair or replacement must result in the Rolling Door taken out of service until the required repairs are complete. Repair or replacement must be performed by trained rolling door technician
    • Product safety labels should be periodically inspected and cleaned by the product user as necessary to maintain good legibility for safe viewing distance
  • Product safety labels should be replaced by the product user when they no longer meet the legibility requirements for safe viewing distance. In any case where products have an extensive expected life or where exposed to extreme conditions, the product user should immediately contact Janus International to obtain replacements.

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