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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DFD35, DFD60, FD35 AND FD60 FIRE RATED MULTIPLE BLADE DAMPER
11/2 HOUR RATING FOR USE IN DYNAMIC AND STATIC SYSTEMS
APPLICATION INSTALLATION SUPPLEMENTS
The DFD35, DFD60 dynamic fire dampers are designed for use in Refer to the Ruskin installation instruction supplements for addi-
dynamic (fans on) or static (fans off) systems. The FD35, FD60 tional information or special requirements:
static fire dampers are for use in static (fans off) systems only. • FD35GA and FD60GA installation instruction for Grill Access
These multiple blade fire dampers are designed to operate with the Installation
blades running horizontally. The standard application is with the
leading edge of the closed blades within the walls, partitions or • FD350OW and FD60OW installation instruction for Out of Wall
masonry floors; with fire resistance rating of less than 3 hours. For installation
out of wall or floor installation refer to the GA or OW versions of the • Optional Sealant of Dampers in Fire Rated Wall or Floor Openings
(D)FD35 and (D)FD60. • Transfer Openings and Duct Terminations
DYNAMIC FIRE DAMPERS
• Optional FireStop Material installation
• Extension of Fire and Combination Fire and Smoke Damper
DFD35 MAXIMUM UL CLASSIFIED SIZES
Use in Dynamic (fans on) or Static (fans off) Systems
Sleeves
• Fire and Combination Fire and Smoke Damper Installation in
Single section vertical and horizontal installation Concrete Floor with Steel Deck
36"w x 48"h (914 x 1219)
Multiple section assembly vertical and horizontal installation • Flanged System Breakaway Connections
• Cavity Shaft Wall Metal Stud Framing
DFD60 MAXIMUM UL CLASSIFIED SIZES
72"w x 96"h (1829 x 2438) or 120"w x 48"h (3048 x 1219)
• SP100 Switch Package
Single section vertical installation
32"w x 48"h (813 x 1219)
Single section horizontal installation
30"w x 48"h (762 x 1219)
Multiple section assembly vertical installation
64"w x 96"h (1626 x 2438) or 120"w x 48"h (3048 x 1219) or
90”w x 64”h (2286 ;x; 1626)
Multiple section assembly horizontal installation
60"w x 96"h (1524 x 2438) or 120"w x 48"h (3048 x 1219) or
90”w x 64”h (2286 ;x; 1626)
STATIC FIRE DAMPERS
FD35 MAXIMUM UL CLASSIFIED SIZES
Not for use in Dynamic (fans on) Systems
Single section vertical and horizontal installation
36"w x 48"h (914 x 1219)
Multiple section assembly vertical and horizontal installation
FD60 MAXIMUM UL CLASSIFIED SIZES
120"w x 96"h (3048 x 2438)
Single section vertical installation
32"w x 48"h (813 x 1219)
Single section horizontal installation
30"w x 48"h (762 x 1219)
Multiple section assembly vertical and horizontal installation
120"w x 96"h (3048 x 2438)
Dimensions shown in parentheses ( ) indicate millimeters.
SEE COMPLETE MARKING
ON PRODUCT
California State Fire Marshal Listing No.
(D)FD60 – 3225-0245:0004
(D)FD35 – 3225-0245:0005
II-FD60-514/Replaces II-FD60-114 ALL STATED SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION. © Ruskin 2014
1. Opening Clearance the wall or floor a minimum of 11/2" (38). For two angle installa-
6. Duct/Sleeve Connections
The opening in the wall or floor shall be larger than the damper/ tions the fasteners shall be spaced at 8" (203) o.c.
a. Break-away Duct/Sleeve Connections
sleeve assembly to permit installation and expansion. For two
angle installations the opening shall be a minimum of 1/8" per foot
(3 per 305) larger than the overall size of the damper/sleeve Rectangular ducts must use one or more of the connections
assembly. The maximum opening size shall not exceed 1/8" per depicted below:
foot (3 per 305) plus 2" (51), nor shall the opening be less than 1/4"
(6) larger than the damper/sleeve assembly. For one angle instal-
lations, the opening shall be a minimum of 1/4" (6) to a maximum of
2. Fasteners and Multiple Section Assembly
1" (25) larger than the overall size of the damper/sleeve assembly.
When joining multiple damper assemblies or fastening the damper
to the sleeve, dampers shall be fastened with 1/4-20 (M6) bolts,
number 10 (M5) screws, or 1/2" (13) long welds staggered inter-
mittently on both sides. Space fasteners 6" (152) on center and a
maximum 2" (51) from the ends of the joining sections or from
3. Damper Sleeve
each corner.
Sleeve thickness must be equal to or thicker than the duct con-
nected to it. Sleeve gage requirements are listed in the SMACNA
Fire, Smoke and Radiation Damper Installation Guide for HVAC A maximum of two #10 (M5) sheet metal screws on each side
Systems and in NFPA90A. If a breakaway style duct/sleeve con- and the bottom, located in the center of the slip pocket and pen-
nection is not used, the sleeve shall be a minimum of 16 gage etrating both sides of the slip pocket may be used. Connections
(1.6) for dampers up to 36" (914) wide by 24" (610) high and 14 using these slip joints on the top and bottom with flat drive slips
b. Round and Oval Break-away Connections
gage (1.9) for dampers exceeding 36" (914) wide by 24" (610) up to 20" (508) long on the sides may also be used.
high. Damper sleeve shall not extend more than 6" (152) beyond
the fire wall or partition unless damper is equipped with an actuator Round and flat oval break-away connections must use either a
and/or factory installed access door. Sleeve may extend up to 16" 4" (102) wide drawband or #10 (M5) sheet metal screws spaced
(406) beyond the fire wall or partition on sides equipped with actu- equally around the circumference of the duct as follows:
ator and/or factory installed access door. Sleeve shall terminate at • Duct diameters 22" (559) and smaller – maximum 3 screws.
4. Damper Orientation
both sides of wall within dimensions shown. • Duct diameters over 22" (559) and including 36" (914) –
maximum 5 screws.
Damper is designed to operate with blades running horizontally • Duct diameters over 36" (914) and up to and including 191"
and must be installed with center line of damper blades within the (4851) total perimeter – maximum 8 screws.
wall or floor when they are in the closed position. Use "Mount With For flat oval ducts, the diameter is considered the largest (major)
Arrow Up" label as a guide for proper damper orientation. dimension of the duct. These connections are depicted in the
Note: When optional sealing of these joints is desired, the follow-
Horizontal mount dampers may be installed with the jackshaft SMACNA Fire, Smoke, and Radiation Damper Installation Guide.
5. Mounting Angles
above or below the floor.
ing sealants may be applied in accordance with the sealant manu-
Mounting angles shall be a minimum of 11/2" x 11/2" x 20 gage facturer's instructions:
steel (38 x 38 x 1.0). For openings in metal stud and wood stud Design Polymerics – DP 1010 Precision – PA2084T
c. Flanged Break-away Style Duct/Sleeve Connections
and concrete/masonry walls of sizes 90" x 49" or 49" x 90" (2286 x Hardcast, Inc. – Iron Grip 601 Eco Duct Seal 44-52
1245 or 1245 x 2286) and less mounting angles are only required
on one side of the wall or top of the floor and must be attached to Flanged connection systems manufactured by Ductmate, Nexus
both the sleeve and the wall. Mounting angles may be installed or Ward are approved break-away when installed as shown on
directly to the metal stud under the wallboard on metal stud wall the Flanged Systems Breakaway Connections Supplement.
installations only. Larger openings installations require mounting TDC and TDF roll-formed flanged connections using 3/8" (10)
angles on both sides of the partition and must be attached only to steel bolts and nuts, and metal cleats, as tested by SMACNA,
the sleeve. Mounting angles must overlap the partition a minimum are approved break-away connections when installed as shown
of 1" (25). Do not weld or fasten angles together at corners of
d. Non-Break-away Duct/Sleeve Connections
on the Flanged Systems Breakaway Connections Supplement.
dampers. Ruskin fire/smoke dampers may be installed using
Ruskin FAST angle for one angle installation or Ruskin PFMA for
a. Mounting Angle Fasteners
two angle installations. If other duct/sleeve connections are used, the sleeve shall be a
minimum of 16 gage (1.6) for dampers up to 36" (914) wide x
To sleeve #10 bolts or screws, 3/16" (5) steel rivets or 1/2" (13) 24" (610) high and 14 gage (2.0) for dampers 36" (914) wide x
7. Installation and Maintenance
long welds. 24" (610) high.
Masonry Wall or Floor: #10 self-tapping concrete screws
b. Mounting Angle Fastener Spacing
Wood/Steel Stud Wall: #10 screws. To ensure optimum operation and performance, the damper
must be installed so it is square and free from racking. Do not
For one angle installations the sleeve fasteners shall be spaced compress or stretch the damper frame into the duct or opening.
at 6" (152) o.c. and the wall or floor fasteners shall be spaced at Lift or handle the damper using sleeve or frame. Do not lift
12" (305) o.c. with a minimum of 2 fasteners on each side, top damper using blades or jackshaft. Dampers must be maintained,
and bottom. Screw fasteners used in metal stud must engage cycled and tested in accordance with the latest editions of NFPA
the metal stud a minimum of 1/2" (13). Screw fasteners used in 80, 90A, 92A, 92B, 105, UL864, AMCA 503 and local codes.
wood stud must engage the wood stud a minimum of 3/4" (19). Care should be exercised to ensure that such tests are per-
Screw fasteners used in masonry walls or floors must engage formed safely and do not cause system damage.
VERTICAL INSTALLATION
FAST ANGLE (ONE ANGLE) INSTALLATION TWO ANGLE INSTALLATION
Angle may be installed on either side of the partition. Angles are required on both sides of the partition.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
1. Fusible Link
2. Damper Frame
3. Sleeve
4. Mounting Angles
5. Breakaway Connection
6. Over-center Link
HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION
TWO ANGLE INSTALLATION FAST ANGLE (ONE ANGLE) INSTALLATION
Angles are required on both sides of the floor. Angle may be installed on top of floor.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1. Fusible Link
2. Damper Frame
3. Sleeve
4. Mounting Angles
5. Breakaway Connection
6. Over-center Link
7. Opening Clearance
RECOMMENDED FRAMING FOR OPENINGS IN WOOD AND METAL STUD WALLS
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Frame wall openings as shown.
2. Double vertical studs are not required for
openings 36"w x 36"h (914 x 914) or smaller.
3. All construction and fasteners must meet the
requirements of the appropriate wall design
and/or local codes.
4. Consult the authority having jurisdiction for
other acceptable framing methods.
NOTE:
The Metal Stud Construction and Wood Stud
Construction figures at the bottom of the page
depict mounting angles installed on both sides of
the partition. A single angle may be sufficient.
Refer to the instructions for single angle installa-
tion requirements.
Figure 1
Metal Stud
Framing Shown
Figure 2
