Da-Lite TENSIONED PROFESSIONAL ELECTROL User manual

DA-LITE SCREEN COMPANY, INC.
3100 North Detroit Street
Post Office Box 137
Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0137
Phone: [phone]
800-622-3737
Fax: [phone]
www.da-lite.com
e-mail: [email protected]
Instruction Book for
TENSIONED PROFESSIONAL ELECTROL®
The Da-Lite Difference.

PRE-INSTALLATION
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1. Carefully unpack screen.
2. Make sure to recheck measurements of screen location before installation.
3. Remove instruction cover plate (Fig. 1). Do not remove wrapping paper until screen is installed.
4. Remove the retainer screws from the slat bar before the case has been installed (Fig. 2).
INSTALLATION
Hangers (If required)
1. Make sure a hanger is approximately 11-1/2" from each end of case.
2. Place third hanger on the center line of the fabric.
Installation
1. Level unit lengthwise with a carpenter ’ s plum level.
CAUTION! DO NOT COMPLETELY SEAL IN UNIT. ACCESS ROOM MUST BE ALLOWED FOR MOTOR REPAIR OR FABRIC
REPLACEMENT.
2. Remove shipping brace by removing 2 hex head screws (Figure 3).
3. Remove wrapping paper.
CAUTION! DO NOT CUT WRAPPING PAPER WITH KNIFE OR ANY SHARP TOOL. REMOVE BY HAND.
4. Install electrical hook up that applies to your unit. Make sure to review your Electrical Installation Checklists and
wiring diagrams (included) for either 110 volt switch, 220/240 volt switch, or DRC low voltage control.
5. Test installation by carefully running surface up and down several times. Be prepared to stop screen.
NOTE: The picture surface, when rolled down, should have at least a full wrap and a half around the roller. Do not allow any
part of the roller to become exposed.
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FIGURE 1
CASE
INSTRUCTION COVER
FIGURE 2
SLAT RETAINER BRACKET
(3 SCREWS)
1 ON BOTTOM OF SLAT
2 ON INSIDE OF CASE

SCREEN ADJUSTMENT
Surface travel is stopped automatically in the fully opened and closed positions by limit switches that are properly
adjusted at Da-Lite. Should it be necessary to adjust more or less drop of picture, proceed in the following manner:
CAUTION! WHEN ADJUSTING AND TESTING, BE PREPARED TO STOP SCREEN QUICKLY AS SERIOUS DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
NOTE: Use a screw driver or allen wrench to make adjustments.
MORE SCREEN DROP
1. Place operating switch in “down” position.
2. When the screen stops, turn the white “down” limit knob (Fig. 3) one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Test by raising
picture surface approximately two feet, then lower again. Repeat until desired picture surface position is attained.
NOTE: Must leave at least 1-1/2 wraps of fabric on roller.
LESS SCREEN DROP
1. Raise picture surface approximately two feet above desired level.
2. Place operating switch in “off” position.
3. Turn the white “down” limit switch (Fig. 3) one-quarter turn clockwise. Test by raising picture surface approximately
two feet, then lower again. Repeat until desired picture surface position is attained.
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WHITE ADJUSTMENT
KNOB “DOWN”
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YELLOW OR RED
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB “UP”
SLAT
FIGURE 3
SHIPPING BRACE
(NOT ON 4-1/2" ROLLER)

TENSIONED PROFESSIONAL ELECTROL® INSTALLATION
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CEILING TYPE HANGER
PICTURE
SURFACE
PICTURE
SURFACE
1" x 3" CLEAT
2" MOULDING
CEILING MOUNT
WITHOUT HANGERS
Screen case is placed flush with
the wall and ceiling and held in
position by moulding securely
attached to the wall.
RECESSED ABOVE CEILING
Other methods of installation
will suggest themselves in new
buildings where it would be an
easy matter to provide a recess
for the screen to conceal it when
not in use.
Do not seal in—allow access.
PICTURE
SURFACE
RAFTERS
WALL OR CEILING MOUNT
WITH HANGERS
Wall type hangers and ceiling type
hangers are standard equipment. One
set is supplied with each screen. Useful
for recessed installations.
WALL TYPE HANGER
FOR EXPOSED INSTALLATION
If the screen is to be mounted in an exposed
position, it may be covered with finished
plywood, veneer, paneling, plastic wall covering
or a valance.
PICTURE
SURFACE
SUGGESTED METHODS OF INSTALLATION
Electrical
Outlet Box
9-1/2"
11-5/16"
Reinforced
Top
Motor End

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TENSIONED PROFESSIONAL ELECTROL® INSTALLATION
TO JUNCTION BOX MOUNTED IN
SCREEN CASE, IN WHICH INTERNAL
WIRING TERMINATES IN WHITE,
BLACK, AND RED LEADS.
IN MULTIPLE CONTROL
INSTALLATIONS THE SWITCH IS
REPLACED BY THE LOW
VOLTAGE
CONTROL,
OPERATED
FROM PUSH
BUTTON
STATIONS.
OPERATING SWITCH,
SWITCH BOX, AND
PLATE FURNISHED
WITH SCREEN. (SPDT
WITH CENTER OFF)
BLACK (DOWN)
WHITE (COMMON)
RED (UP)
BLACK
(DOWN)
UP
OFF
DOWN
RED
(UP)
SIDE VIEW OF
SWITCH & BOX
BLACK (DOWN) RED (UP) WHITE (COMMON)
AC COMMON
BLACK WITH
YELLOW
AC HOT
115V. AC 60HZ
1 AMP. MAX.
NOTE: A SINGLE SWITCH CANNOT BE USED TO OPERATE MORE THAN
ONE SCREEN. CONTACT THE FACTORY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
THIS SWITCH CANNOT BE USED WITH L.V.C.
120V WIRING DIAGRAM
MOTOR
GREEN (GROUND)
GREEN (GROUND)
GREEN
(GROUND)
GREEN
(GROUND)
240 VOLT WIRING DIAGRAM FOR STANDARD WALL SWITCH:
Da-Lite offers two styles of 240 volt wall switches for
standard operation. Please see wiring diagram in wall
switch box included with screen.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
1. Screen will not operate.
Motor does not hum.
2. Incorrect stopping position in
downward direction.
3. Incorrect stopping position in
upward direction.
4. Noise.
NOTE: Screen will operate with a
low pitched hum.
5. Coasting.
CAUSE
(a) Blown fuse.
(b) Tripped circuit breaker.
(c) No power to operating switch
or junction.
Power at junction box
(d) Thermal overload tripped.
(e) Broken wire in the “down” or “up”
position.
(f) Defective motor, limit switch or
capacitor.
(g) Capacitor burned out.
(a) Lost roller wrap.
(b) “Down” limit switch out of
adjustment
(a) Lost roller wrap.
(b) “Up” limit switch out of
adjustment
(a) Gear Noise.
(a) Defective brake.
RESTORING LOST ROLLER WRAP
1. Tape a strap to the bottom of the
screen surface.
2. Push strap over back of roller.
3. Feed fabric as you pull strap to
draw fabric over top of roller.
4. Remove tape and strap.
SOLUTION
(a) Replace fuse.
(b) Reset circuit breaker.
(c) Check above. Tighten all loose
wire connections. Correct any
improper connections.
“Down” Position
Check for power across black
and white leads.
“Up” Position
Check for power across red
and white leads.
(d) Let motor cool down for 15
minutes. Try again.
(e) Check for continuity. Cut off old
splice and reconnect.
(f) Replace motor assembly.
NOTE: Motor is a sealed assembly.
(g) Replace motor assembly.
(a) See instructions below.
(b) See installation instructions.
(a) See instructions below.
(b) Adjust “up” limit switch. See
installation instructions
(a) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Replace motor assembly.

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7Printed in U.S.A. 33871 3/10
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON DA-LITE PRESENTATION PRODUCTS
Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc. warrants its products to the original purchaser only, to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by
the original purchaser provided they are properly operated according to Da-Lite’s instructions and
are not damaged due to improper handling or treatment after shipment from the factory.
This warranty does not apply to equipment showing evidence of misuse, abuse or accidental
damage, or which has been tampered with or repaired by a person other than authorized Da-Lite
personnel.
Da-Lite’s sole obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or to replace (at Da-Lite’s option)
the defective part of the merchandise. Returns for service should be made to your Da-Lite dealer.
If it is necessary for the dealer to return the screen or part to Da-Lite, transportation expenses
to and from Da-Lite are payable by the purchaser and Da-Lite is not responsible for damage in
shipment. To protect yourself against damage or loss in transit, insure the product and prepay all
transportation expenses.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES AS TO FITNESS FOR USE AND MERCHANT ABILITY. Any implied
warranties of fitness for use, or merchantability, that may be mandated by statute or rule of law
are limited to the one (1) year warranty period. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED
FOR EXPENSES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INTERRUPTION IN OPERATION OF
EQUIPMENT, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, DIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE.
In the event that there is a defect in materials or workmanship of a Da-Lite product, you may
contact our Sales Partners at PO Box 137, Warsaw, IN 46581-0137, [phone], [phone].
IMPORTANT: THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT BE VALID AND DA-LITE SHALL NOT BE
BOUND BY THIS WARRANTY IF THE PRODUCT IS NOT OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
DA-LITE’S WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep your sales receipt to prove the date of purchase and your original ownership.