Armstrong VIDASHIELD Instruction manual

adjusted for the 10 unit grid
VIDASHIELD™Surface Mount Kit
Assembly and Installation Instructions
1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 The VidaShield Surface Mount Kit is a perimeter trim system
designed to create ready-to-assemble installations for surface mounted
VidaShield units.
1.1.1. Included in the Kit are:
• Axiom®Interlude®Trim, with factory-cut end details
• Aircraft cable, cut to 10’ length, and accessories
• Axiom splices to join sections of Axiom
• Trim Kit Brackets to attach the Axiom trim to VidaShield unit
• Hardware to attach trim kit brackets to VidaShield unit
• Threadlocker to secure trim kit bracket hardware
NOTE: Kits contains all of the components required to construct and
hang a complete cloud except for the VidaShield unit and fastening
hardware.
2. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Important Notice
2.1.1 Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage or
injury of property and/or body.
KIT ITEM #: 52SURMK PARTS LIST
Item Qty Item Number Description
1 2 AXLD6 6" Axiom Interlude
2 2 AXLD6 6" Axiom Interlude
3 8 AXSPLICE2 Splice Plate
4 8 – 1/4-20 X 3/8 PFH WH SCREWS
5 2 – Surface Mount Bracket Assembly
6 1 – Surface Mount Plate Assembly
7 8 – 10-32 X 3/8 PPH ZN SCREWS
8 1 – BLU THRDLCKR 2ML TUBE (Fig 1)
1
2
3
5
6
5
4
7
2
1
SURFACE MOUNT TRIM KIT
VIDASHIELD G2 UV24 AIR PURIFICATION SYSTEM
A
XLD6
1
2
3
5
6
5
4
7
2
1
SURFACE MOUNT TRIM KIT
VIDASHIELD G2 UV24 AIR PURIFICATION SYSTEM
A
XLD6

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2.2 Existing Ceiling Structure
2.2.1 It is the sole responsibility of the installer to conrm that the
existing ceiling structure is suitable to support any imposed loads
(gravity, seismic, impact, etc.) from the Surface Mount Kit and
VidaShield unit for any building design category.
2.3 Component Anchorage and Restraint
2.3.1 Please consult with the building code professional having
jurisdiction over the project to determine appropriate anchorage and
restraint requirements for this installation. Anchorage and restraints
are not included in this kit.
2.4 Sprinkler Systems
2.4.1 The VidaShield Surface Mount Kit, as with other architectural
features located in the ceiling plane, may obstruct or skew the existing
or planned re sprinkler water distribution pattern, or possibly delay the
activation of the re sprinkler or re detection system. Designers and
installers are advised to consult a re protection engineer, NFPA 13,
and their local codes for guidance on the proper installation techniques
where re detection or suppression systems are present.
3. INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Axiom Interlude trim is to be installed with
the ange side down (Fig 2).
3.1 Electrical Routing
3.1.1 Prior to installing the mounting plate, consider where the power
input resides. The mounting plate has large cut-outs to accommodate
routing. Do not modify the mounting plate for wire routing. There will
be approximately 1.5" gap between the ceiling and the VidaShield unit
once installed.
3.2 Attaching Mounting Plate to Structure
3.2.1 The mounting plate includes a variety of pre-drilled holes
to accommodate a variety of framing construction methods and
VidaShield unit orientations. A minimum of 6 attachment points, evenly
distributed, to ceiling structure is required. If needed, additional 3/16"
dia. holes can be added to meet the requirements above. (Fig 3)
3.3. Attach Trim Kit Brackets to Vidashield Unit
3.3.1 Locate the trim kit brackets, machine screws, and included blue
threadlocker. Apply the blue threadlocker to the machine screws, then
fasten the brackets both ends of the VidaShield. (Fig 4)
(Fig 3)
4.000
24.000
32.000
6.000
12.000 16.000
(Fig 2)
(Fig 4)

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(Fig 5)
3.4. Hang Vidashield Unit
3.4.1 Raise the VidaShield unit/trim kit bracket assembly to the
mounting plate before attaching power connectors. (Fig 5) See
VidaShield Installation and Operating Manual for details.
3.4.2 Once the electrical wiring has been complete, pre-apply blue
threadlocker to the machine screws. Then raise the VidaShield unit/
Trim Kit Brackets to the mounting plate, ensuring the trim kit brackets
are located on the outside anges of the mounting plate. Finally,
secure the trim kit brackets to the mounting plate with the machine
screws reference above. (Fig 6)
NOTE: The mounting plate has integrated receiving hardware for
convenience.
3.5. Prepare Axiom Trim for Installation
3.5.1 Locate the Axiom trim and splice plates. It will be required to
pre-assemble the Axiom trim on the ground to locate the splice plates
prior to installing on the VidaShield unit.
3.5.1.1 First, remove the screw and locking plate from one side of
the splice plates.
3.5.1.2 Next, on the Axiom trim, there are upper and lower
channels in which to insert the splice plates. Install two splice
plates on both sides of each short Trim using the included pre-
painted at head screws by installing the screw through the face
side of the trim into the backside of the splice plate, being careful
to avoid scratching the pre-painted screws. Then bend the splice
to 90°. (Fig 7)
(Fig 6)
(Fig 7)

3.5.1.3 Then slide the splice plates into the channels of the long trim
pieces. Tighten the hex head screws to secure and adjust as necessary
to ensure there are no gaps at the corners. (Fig 8)
3.5.2 Once no gaps are present, loosen the pre-painted at head
screws the short trim ONLY, and dissemble as shown in (Fig 9).
3.6 Axiom Trim Installation
3.6.1 Slide short trim pieces into the splice plates attached to the trim
kit brackets previously attached to the VidaShield unit. The Axiom trim
should be oriented such that the acoustical ange is face down. Utilize
the lower channel on the trim. See (Fig 10)
(Fig 8)
(Fig 9)
(Fig 10)

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3.6.2 Insert the long trim pieces with pre-installed splice plates into the
short trim pieces, then secure the assembly using the pre-painted at
head screws. See (Fig 11)
3.7 Final Checks For Quality
3.7.1 Check for scratches or any unwanted discoloration. If present,
use the Armstrong touch-up paint to conceal any damage or cover the
screws for a more uniform matte nish. See (Fig 12)
(Fig 11)
(Fig 12)