Air Curtain Install
Air Curtain Install
Carefully examine the crate(s) for damage before opening. If the carton is damaged, immediately
notify shipping company. If the unit(s) were shipped on wooden skids, remove protective wood
and banding straps securing the carton(s) to the skid. Open the carton(s) and remove all protective
packaging. Immediately verify that the electrical rating nameplate located on the cover matches
electrical power supply available. Retain the shipping carton(s) until the unit(s) is installed and
properly operating. TMI, LLC is not responsible for delayed or late claims.
AIR CURTAINS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
S-CFD, S-IBD, S-LI, S-MI, S-HD SERIES
TMI, LLC
Managing Environments
Warning
To Reduce the Risk of Fire, Electrical Shock, or Injury, Observe the Following:
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked,
securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction. Units must be field wired in accordance with all local National
Electric Codes, including wire size and materials. Units can accept 1/ 2 conduit by punching out the knockouts on top
or either side of unit. Wires from conduit are to be run to junction box inside of unit.
Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning
equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturers guideline and safety standards
such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and local code authorities.
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities. Do not operate
this fan with any solid state speed control device.
Fig. 01
Use a 3/8 socket and extension to remove four lag bolts that hold
the unit to the skid. The air curtain is now ready for installation. The
air curtain can be lifted by the blower housing inlets. Use caution.
Do not grasp the unit by the blower wheels. They will bend, pulling
the unit out of balance and alignment. (See Fig. 1 & Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
IMPORTANT NOTE
If the air curtain(s) was ordered with optional electrical
components and accessories (door switch, control panels,
mounting brackets, etc), the accessories may be found in
the crate containing the air curtain or in an additional crate
or box. Check all of the crates and boxes before disposing
Fig. 3
Mounting Methods
How your Air Curtain is mounted depends on your doorway opening and what equipment or obstructions are in the way.
Below are the standard methods of mounting. All mounting methods will require additional hardware. to complete the
mounting operation. Lag screws, hex bolts, washers, nuts and threaded rods can be supplied by others, but wall brackets, extension bars and extension plates will have to be ordered from TMI, LLC. Check with a sales representative at 1800-888-9750
Standard Wall
Mount
Ceiling Mount
with
Threaded Rods
Mounting Plate
Extension Bars
with
Threaded Rods
Wall
Mounting
Brackets
Vertical
Mounting
for
Low Ceilings
or
No Space
Above Header
Tandem Mounting
Extension
Plates with
Threaded Rods
Wall Mounting
Brackets with
Threaded Rods
Mounting Notes
IMPORTANT
FLUSH MOUNT
AIR
CURTAIN
Minimum
Space
Required
AIR
INTAKE
1 Maximum
Fig. 4
AIR
CURTAIN
AIR
INTAKE
2
SPACER
OUTLET NOZZLE
OUTLET NOZZLE
TOP OF DOORWAY
SPACER
SEAL
TOP OF DOORWAY
Fig. 5
1. Units may be attached to the wall directly, suspended from overhead, or supported by brackets. The style of door will
determine the best mounting method and as a general rule, use the mounting configuration that positions the air curtain
as close to the top of the doorway as possible without interfering with door operation.
2. To achieve optimal protection, the unit should be mounted on the inside of the building, flush to the wall and as close to
the top of the door opening as possible. NOTE: An S-IBD unit can be mounted on the outside of the doorway opening. If
the unit is exposed to the weather, a drip plate should be placed on the motor(s) to protect it from the elements.
3. To ensure peak performance, keep the air stream free of obstructions. Make sure that nothing interferes with the curtain
of air. If the air curtain cannot be installed flush with the wall, be sure to seal the gap between the wall and the back of
the air curtain along the entire length of the unit to prevent airflow through this void. (See Fig. 5). The discharge vane is
directed from 0 to 20 toward the door opening. If the air stream strikes any obstruction (the top edge of the doorway,
a door opening device, etc.), the effectiveness of the unit will be greatly reduced.
4. The air curtain will not perform properly if negative air pressure exists in the building. Under these conditions, a means
for makeup air to the building must be provided so that the air pressure on both sides of the opening is in balance.
5. Before mounting the air curtain, check the supporting structure to verify that it has sufficient load-carrying capacity to
support the weight of the unit(s). The mounting hardware (may be supplied by others) should be capable of supporting
a minimum of three (3) times the weight of the unit.
1. Remove the screws that hold the intake screen in place. Remove the screen
and applicable filter(s). The rear side of the air curtain has four mounting
holes that can accept four 3/8 mounting bolts or lag screws with washers.
(See Fig. 6)
2. Place the Air Curtain into position. Using a pencil, mark the 4 mounting
holes. (See Fig. 7) Remove the unit. If using lag screws, pre-drill the
mounting holes. If using mounting anchors, drill the holes and place the
anchors.
3. Again place the Air Curtain into position. Using a ratchet and socket with a
long extension, screw the unit to the wall. (See Fig. 8) The socket extension should allow you to install the unit without having to remove the
motor/blower plate.
Fig. 6
NOTE: Mounting bolts or lag screws of sufficient size and strength should be
installed and tightened through the four 7/8 holes in motor/blower
plate.
4. Replace intake grill.
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field wired
in accordance with all applicable local, state, provincial, and national
laws, including wire size and materials.
Fig. 9
TOP
Top of
Mounting Plate
Bottom of
Mounting Plate
A + 1''
B + 1''
Top of Doorway
Opening
1
Fig. 11A
Fig. 10
Fig. 10A
BOTTOM
2. Attach the top mounting plate to the back of the air curtain. Place 3/8 hex
bolts through the two(2) mounting holes and secure the plate with washers
and hex nuts. A ratchet and socket with a long extension may be necessary
to secure the plate. (See Fig. 10)
3. Temporarily place the bottom half of the mounting plate into position under
the top half of the mount plate that is already attached to the air curtain.
Measure from the bottom of the air curtain to the two(2) rows (A & B) of
mounting holes. (See Fig. 10A)
Fig. 11
4. Measure and mark the four (4) holes (See Fig. 11A) above the top of the
doorway opening (A+1'' & B+1''). The pre-punched oblong mounting holes
allow the plate to be mounted no matter where studs or structural supports
are located. Attach the bottom mounting plate to the wall. (See Fig. 11)
NOTE: Make sure you have sufficient space between the mounting plate and
the ceiling. The bottom of the air curtain should be mounted 1'' above
the doorway header.
5. Place the air curtain over the bottom wall mounting plate. The top and bottom plates will lock into place supporting the weight of the air curtain.
(See Fig. 12)
WALL
AIR
CURTAIN
Outlet Nozzle
1''
Top of
Doorway
Opening
Intake
Grill
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field wired
in accordance with all applicable local, state, provincial, and national
laws, including wire size and materials
Fig. 12
6
1. Using a straight edge, align the back of the bracket with the back of the
air curtain so they are flush. Using threaded inserts along with four
3/8 x 2 hex bolts, attach the brackets to the top of the air curtain .
(See Fig. 13)
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
3
4
1
2
2. Place the air curtain into position. The bottom of the air curtain should
be even with top of the doorway opening (header). Using a pencil,
mark the 4 mounting holes. (See Fig. 14) Remove the unit. If using
lag screws, pre-drill the mounting holes. If using mounting anchors,
drill the holes and place the anchors.
3. Again place the air curtain into position and screw the brackets to the
wall.
Fig. 14
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field wired in accordance with all applicable local,
state, provincial, and national laws, including wire size and materials.
Fig. 16
1. Remove the screws that hold the intake screen in place. Remove the grill and applicable filter(s). (See Fig. 16)
3
4
1
Fig. 17
2. One side at a time, place the Extension Bracket on the top side of the unit
and align the top mounting holes with the threaded insert holes on the top
of the unit. As a precaution, use the top mounting bolts to hold the bracket in place. Mark the two (2) bottom holes of the bracket on the side panel
of the unit. (See Fig. 17)
3. Drill all four (4) holes using a 3/8 drill bit. (See Fig. 18)
Fig. 18
4. Using bolts and washers on the top and bolts, washers and nuts on
the side panels, secure both brackets to the unit. (See Fig. 19)
Fig. 19
5. With the unit temporarily in place, measure and cut threaded rods to
size. Using a beam bracket or ceiling support, attach four (4) - 3/8
threaded rods to the ceiling.
6. Place a nut at least 3/4 up from the bottom of each rod. Place a
washer on each rod before slipping it through the extension
bracket. Then secure the unit by placing a lock washer and nut
onto the threaded rod. (See Fig. 20)
Fig. 20
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field
wired in accordance with all applicable local, state, provincial,
and national laws, including wire size and materials.
Fig. 21
1. Remove the screws that hold the intake screen in place. Remove the grill and applicable filter(s). (See Fig. 21)
Attached to ceiling
support brackets
Since the threaded rods are screwed into place using the threaded mounting
holes on the unit and beam brackets on the ceiling, turn buckles must be
used (supplied by others).
Turn Buckles
Threaded
Mounting
Holes
2. Place the unit temporarily in position to take measurements for cutting the
threaded rods. Take the size of the turn buckles into consideration.
Threaded
Mounting
Holes
Fig. 22
3. Screw the top rods into the ceiling brackets (supplied by others).
(See Fig. 22)
Top Rods
Bottom Rods
Hex Nuts
4. Place hex nuts on each bottom threaded rod at least 3/4 up from the bottom of each rod. Place a washer on each rod before screwing the rods
into the mounting holes. The rods should not extend more than 3/4 into
the air curtain.
5. Lift the unit into position and thread the turn buckles onto the bottom rods.
Finally, tighten the hex nuts to lock the unit into place. (See Fig. 23)
Fig. 23
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field
wired in accordance with all applicable local, state, provincial,
and national laws, including wire size and materials.
Fig. 24
Hex Bolt
Washer
Uni-Strut
2. Center the 15/8 uni-strut mounting bars on the unit and place the
bar over the units top threaded mounting holes. Note the mounting bar mounting holes should be on the top, the open channel on
the bottom. (See Fig. 25) Using (4) four 3/8 x 21/4 - (16) sixteen
thread bolts and (12) twelve washers, attached each bar to the top
of the air curtain.
Uni-Strut
Mounting Bars
Fig. 25
Fig. 26
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field wired in accordance with
all applicable local, state, provincial, and national laws, including wire size and materials.
10
Fig. 27
3
4
C
2
A B
Measure for
Threaded Rod
Fig. 28
2. With the air curtain temporarily in place (1 above the top of the doorway
opening and centered), temporarily place the wall brackets so they align
with the top mounting holes A, B, C & D on the unit. Mark the mounting
holes 1, 2, 3 & 4 on the wall.(See Fig. 28) Then measure the distance from
the bottom of the brackets to the top of the unit. This measurement will be
used to cut the threaded rods.
NOTE: When cutting the threaded rods add 3 3/4 to the original measurement
(3/4- air curtain side plus 3- bracket side)
3. Attach the wall brackets to the wall. If the wall is concrete or cement block,
lag screws with anchors should be used. (See Fig. 29)
4. Place a hex nut 3/4 from one end of each threaded rod. Place a washer onto each
rod and screw the 4 threaded rods into the four mounting holes. They should not
extend more than 3/4 into the unit. (See Fig. 30)
Fig. 29
5. Finally, move the air curtain into position by placing the threaded rods into the wall
brackets. Using washers and hex nuts secure the unit to the brackets. (See Fig. 31)
Then tighten all 4 nuts at the bottom of the rod to lock the unit into place.
6. Because the take-up canister on a roll-up door interferes
with the proper positioning of the air door, side baffles
must be used. (See Fig. 32) We recommend clear
PVC material which can be acquired from TMI, LLC. Side
baffles create an enclosure that allows the air curtain to
function at maximum performance.
Fig. 30
Tighten
Nuts to
Lock Unit
Fig. 32
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field
wired in accordance with all applicable local, state, provincial,
and national laws, including wire size and materials.
Fig. 31
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Vertical Mounting
Vertical mounting works well when there are obstructions above the
doorway opening and typical wall mounting will not work.
Floor Mounting Brackets and Wall Brackets are optional equipment.
If your Air Curtain is to be mounted vertically, that information
would have been given to TMI, LLC when the order was placed
since the Floor Mounting Brackets are attached at the factory.
The Wall Brackets should be installed in the field.
IMPORTANT: There is left and right side mounting. The outlet nozzle MUST
be at the edge of the doorway opening. (See Figs. 33 & 34)
Side
Brace
(2)
Back
Brace
(3)
Front
Intake
Grill
Side
Brace
(1)
The unit has three (3) braces for mounting. (See Fig. 33)
Make sure the intake grill is facing away from the doorway
opening, and the outlet nozzle is at the edge of the opening.
Fig. 33
Threaded
Mounting Hole
Mounting
Bracket
Back
Brace
Threaded
Mounting
Hole
Doorway
Opening
Brace against
the wall
Fig. 34
1. Temporarily place the air curtain into
position. The back brace should be
against the wall and the edge of the
side brace should align with the door
jamb. (See Fig. 34) Remove the unit.
If using lag screws, pre-drill the
mounting holes. If using lag screws
with anchors, drill the holes and
place the anchors. Reposition the unit
and secure it with lag screws.
Fig. 35
2. To secure the air curtain at the top,
we recommend using a wall bracket.
(See Fig. 35) Loosely attach the
bracket to the unit by screwing bolts
with washers into the two (2)
threaded mounting holes at the top
of the unit. With the back brace of
the bracket flush to the wall, mark
two (2) mounting holes 1 & 2.
(See Fig. 36)
Fig. 36
3. Remove the bracket. If using
lag screws, pre-drill the holes.
If using lag screws with
anchors, drill the holes and
place the anchors. Replace
the bracket and tighten
mounting bolts. Tighten all
fasteners to secure the unit.
The unit is now ready to be wired. See page 14. It must be field wired in accordance with all applicable local, state,
provincial, and national laws, including wire size and materials.
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Nozzle Extension
Nozzle Extensions are optional equipment and can be ordered from TMI, LLC.
The nozzle extension ships loose and is installed in the field.
NOTE: Please verify that the distance of the air curtain from the top of
the ceiling is the exact height of the Extension plus 1.
When there is insufficient room between the top of the door and the
ceiling to mount an air curtain or if it is not desirable to see the air
curtain, the air curtain can be mounted in the ceiling with the use of a
nozzle extension supplied.
When an air curtain is used in a recessed installation, the steering
vane that is typically installed in the air curtain discharge to deflect
the air stream is removed. It is instead installed on the discharge side
of the nozzle extension.
1. When an air curtain is used in a recessed installation, the steering vane that is typically installed in the air curtain discharge to deflect the air stream is removed. It is
instead installed on the discharge side of the nozzle extension.
2. After the air curtain is installed above the ceiling, a slot is cut in the ceiling tile for the
nozzle to slide up through from the bottom. When it is all the way through, the one inch
flanges on the bottom of the extension will be flush with the ceiling. The top of the
extension is like a sleeve that fits over the discharge of the air curtain. It is attached to
the air curtain using self tapping screws fastened to the case of the unit.
3. If there is not a supply of air in the ceiling, an intake grille will need to be installed in the ceiling to supply return air
to the air curtain. The grille should be just in front of the air curtain intake and should be large enough to provide
access to the front of the air curtain for maintenance. If there is an air supply in the ceiling, it is recommended that
an access panel be installed in the ceiling to provide access.
To properly adjust the direction of the air flow see Adjusting the Air Flow on page 14.
To reposition the outlet nozzle vane wrap a rag around it to prevent scratching, and grip the vane with a pair of channel locks
Exterior Mounting
Model S-IBD Air Curtains ONLY
The ONLY TMI Save-T Air Curtain that can be mounted outside, is the S-IBD model. Under no
circumstances should any other model be used on the exterior of a doorway opening and being
exposed to the elements. The S-IBD unit has a shield placed over the motor to protect it from rain.
That shield should not be removed if the unit is mounted outside. Also, when mounted outside the
S-IBD model will only function for flying insect control, not as a temperature barrier.
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Wiring
CAUTION: Before doing any wiring, read the WARNING at the top of page 2.
IMPORTANT: All electrical wiring should be done in accordance to local codes, regulations, and standards,
including fire-rated construction.
A wiring diagram is affixed to the blower housing. All two speed models are wired internally to the junction box
located on inside of cabinet. The proper size cable must be used to connect the unit to the power source. The voltage
and amp rating are clearly marked on the wiring diagram. Refer to this diagram for specific information on instructions.
Refer to this diagram for specific information. Due to the various mounting and wiring combinations, please consult a
certified electrician or call TMI, LLC at 1-800-888-9750 if you have any questions.
Knock-Out
Wiring
Diagram
on Blower
Basket
Fig. 24
Junction Box
Inside Cabinet
20
INSIDE
20
Fig. 35
2'
6''
Once your air curtain has been installed, properly wired and the fan rotation
has been checked, it will be necessary to adjust the air flow. With the door
all the way open and the unit turned on, find the air stream split by holding
a square piece of light weight cloth by its corners in the stream of air and
move it back and forth (inside and outside), approximately 6" from the floor.
The cloth will show the flow pattern and will allow you to make the proper
adjustments to the outlet nozzle for maximum efficiency. If your unit is
properly adjusted, the split should be just outside the threshold with the top
of the air current being about 2' from the floor. If your unit is on an outside
door, it might be difficult to fine tune the air flow because of the outside
wind conditions. (See Fig. 34)
To make an adjustment to the air flow angle, you will need to reposition the
outlet nozzle vane. Slightly adjust the vane to the proper angle by wrapping
a rag around it to prevent scratching, and grip the vane with a pair of channel locks. (See Fig. 35). Rotate the vane in the proper direction. Repeat
this process on the other side of the unit. The angle of the air flow should
never exceed 20.
Split
Fig. 34
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1. Disconnect the power to the unit and remove the intake grill by removing
the screws on the top and bottom of the screen.
2. Vacuum and scrape (if necessary) to remove the build up of dirt and
debris. The motor(s) are permanently lubricated and require no additional
lubrication. Reinstall the intake grill.
3. Switch the power on after cleaning. CAUTION: STAND CLEAR OF THE
UNIT OR WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES AS LOOSE DEBRIS MAY BE PRESENT
AND MAY EXIT THE NOZZLE.
Replacement Parts
For part numbers below
Replace XXX with the unit size: 036, 042, 048, 060, 072, 084, 096, 108, 120, 132, 144, 156 or 168
Replace YYY with the model: S-CFD, S-IBD, S-LI, S-MI or S-HD
Item
#Description
Part #
Outer Case
Steering Vane
SS-EH-DC-208
SS-EH-DC-240
SS-EH-DC-480
SS-EH-DC-575
SS-EH-SC-208
S-EH-SC-240
S-EH-SC-480
S-EH-SC-575
Motor/Blower Plate
SS-MBP-XXX
SS-MSP-120
SS-MSP-230
SS-MSP-480
SS-MM-YYY
Blower Housing
10
11
Filter
SS-FLTR-XXX
12
Screen
SS-SCRN-XXX
SS-OC-XXX
SS-SV-XXX
2
4
3
8
7
5
6
10
9
11
SS-BH
SS-BW-R
12
SS-BW-L
Consult Factory
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NOTES
TMI, LLC
Managing Environments
5350 Campbells Run Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9738