H&H Specialties 500 Series Track Installation Instructions - Manual (Page 2)

H & H Specialties Inc. 500 Series Installation
South El Monte, CA 91733 February 20, 2007
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2. After the hangers are installed, raise the track in sections and
attach to ceiling hangers. In many cases, ceiling hangers can be
installed onto track, then track raised to ceiling for mounting of
hanger.
3. Rig track for either bi-parting or one-way travel.
C. ONE-WAY TRAVEL
1. Before raising the track, all the cable guides and other
accessories should be placed and all necessary holes drilled.
See "Special Instructions" for information on placement and
number of cable guides required. NOTE: Do not place end
stops in the center of the track at this time.
2. Lay the track sections on the floor or on sawhorses in the
configuration of the finished track.
3. Install hangers (506 or 511) evenly along the entire run of
the track starting adjacent to end pulleys. Refer to
recommended spacing provided. Additional hangers should be
installed on curves and others may be required due to site
conditions.
4. If a batten is used to stiffen the track, attach the pipe clamp
(435) to the batten. Before raising the track sections, place the
clamp hangers loosely on the track. Raise the track and attach
to the pipe clamps. The 500 Series may also be suspended form
wire rope or welded link chain.
5. Attach the double end pulley (503) to one end of the track.
From the other end insert single carriers (501 or 516) and the
insert the master carrier (502 or 517) into the track. Finish by
attaching the single end pulley (504).
6. If the track is suspended from a counterweight system,
balance the system now. 643 floor block is recommended for
use with tracks suspended from counterweight systems.
WARNING! After attaching track to a counterweighted
batten, make sure to balance the line set and leave at a
comfortable working level.
7. Start to reeve the operating line by attaching the end of the
cord to the master carrier. The end of the operating line will
attach to the cord clamp that is closest to the single end pulley.
The operating line reeves toward the single end pulley passing
through the rollers of the cable guides.
8. Next, the operating line runs around the single end pulley
and back towards the double end pulley passing through the
outboard rollers of the cable guides. Reeve the operating line
over the return sheave of the double end pulley and down to the
floor block.
9. Reeve the operating line through the floor block and back up
to the double end pulley. The operating line terminated at the
other cord clamp of the master carrier. Make sure that all slack
is taken out of operating line before securing both cord clamps
on master carrier.
10. Make sure that there is sufficient operating line remaining
to reach the required finished height. At this time, also verify
that end stops are securely in place.
11. Move the operating line to make sure that the track operates
smoothly and that the track does not flex at any time. If
problems exist, correct now before hanging curtain.
12. Hang curtain from the carriers. When the track is working
properly, the carriers should move around the track smoothly
and the track should not deflect at any point of travel.
D. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cable Guides
1. For ease of operation, the 500 Series track should be factory
curved to a radius of not less than 4'-0". Consult factory for a
radius less than 4'-0".
2. In locating cable guides, place so that the cord is adequately
supported as it turns the corner. Use the following chart for
reference only. Due to site conditions, the numbers of cable
guides required for ease of operation may vary.
RECOMMENDED CABLE GUIDE SPACING FOR
CURVED 500 SERIES TRACKS
(based upon 90 degree curves)
Radius Cable Guide
Spacing
Suggested
Quantity
4'-0" 12" 7
5'-0" 16" 7
6'-0" 18" 7
7'-0" 20" 8
4. Cable guides are also required on straight track sections of
5'-0" and longer adjacent to each hanger.
5. Since cable guide number, spacing and placement are unique
for each job, please consult the factory for further information.
Pivot Devices
1. Pivot devices allow for curtains to be positioned at different
angles relative to the track. Both the 50 and 50X are free-
wheeling devices. The 50BK brake kit is available as an
optional accessory for holding the device in a fixed position.
The "X" suffix stands for a special indexing device that allows
the curtain to be placed in preset positions at 22½
o increments.
2. The pivot device is designed for either 1-3/8"O.D. tubing or
1" Sch. 40 pipe. Maximum recommended batten length is 6'-0".
Make sure that the batten is the proper length for the
application.
3. Place the "C" clamps in each end of the curtain batten. They
are provided so that a cord may be tied between the two to aid in
turning the device. The cord should be long enough so that
adjustment may be done with the curtain at its proper trim.
4. CAUTION! Do not attempt to adjust the curtain by
means of pulling on the fabric. Damage to the curtain and
associated hardware may result.