EHRET PROVENCE User manual

PROVENCE
Folding shutter
Installation instructions
INSTALLATION BY
SPECIALIST PERSONNEL
Valid from 09.2011
E 911.5

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Notes
These installation instructions describe the in-
stallation and commissioning of EHRET folding
shutters.
These installation instructions are a component
part of the product and are therefore always to
be retained until the product is disposed of.
These installation instructions are to be passed
along in the event of the sale of this product.
These instructions are addressed to qualified
specialist personnel. Qualified specialist per-
sonnel are persons who are familiar with the
transport, set-up, installation, commissioning
and operation of the product and who have ap-
propriate qualifications for their work. Specialist
personnel must know and observe the relevant
standards and/or guidelines.
This product complies with the general rules of
technology. Safety-conscious behaviour is nec-
essary for commissioning the product safely.
For this reason, observe the following notes.
Carefully read through these instructions prior
to commissioning. Observe the specified pro-
cess steps and take into account the notes and
recommendations given. Knowledge of and
technically impeccable implementation of the
given safety notes and warnings are prerequi-
sites for safe and proper operation of the fold-
ing shutters. Insufficient knowledge at the time
of commissioning and utilisation lead to the
loss of any liability claims against EHRET
GmbH.
Should any of the information in these installa-
tion instructions not be absolutely clear, it is es-
sential that you contact the specialist personnel
at EHRET GmbH, 77972 Mahlberg (Germany).
Bore hole sizes and fastening material are rec-
ommendations only and may vary depending
on the substrate!

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Contents
Notes
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Explanation of symbols and characters
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Safety notes
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EC Declaration of Conformity
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Installation FAQs
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PROVENCE
– without opener
Scope of delivery
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Installation steps
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B PROVENCE – with one-handed opener
Scope of delivery
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Installation steps
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C PROVENCE – with two-handed opener
Scope of delivery
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Installation steps
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D PROVENCE – with rod lock
Scope of delivery
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Installation steps
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Important notes
Explanation of signs and symbols
Warning notes
DANGER
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Designates an imminent danger that
could lead to death or severe injuries if
the respective precautionary measures
are not implemented.
WARNING
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Means that death, severe bodily injury or
major property damage could occur if the
respective precautionary measures are
not implemented.
CAUTION
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Means a possible danger that could lead
to minor injuries or property damage if it
is not avoided.
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Directives for action
Safety notes
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Only qualified specialist personnel may
carry out installation and commissioning!
WARNING
Incorrect installation could lead to se-
vere injuries and/or damage to property.
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Follow all installation instructions.
WARNING
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Take into account the following notes
and warnings in order to avoid dangers
and to protect the product.
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Observe the accident prevention regulations
of the Accident Prevention & Insurance As-
sociation.
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Observe the rules of the road during trans-
port.
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Make sure that the load is well-secured on
the means of transport.
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Cordon off a generously large area around
the installation site.
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Observe without limitation the regulations
of the manufacturers of dowel and fitting
materials.
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The mounting bases of the installation site
are to be checked for load-bearing capacity
prior to installation.
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In the event of uncertainties about the
mounting bases, contact your responsible
building experts.
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Check the product for damage prior to instal-
lation. Products requiring repair may not be
used.

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Important notes
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No personnel or obstacles are permitted to
be within the range of pivoting and/or travel-
ling shutters while they are moving. Keep
personnel and objects away until the shut-
ters have reached their final position.
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Do not reach into moving parts or closing
areas while shutters are opening or closing.
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Make sure that no articles of clothing or
body parts are able to be caught by moving
parts in the system.
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Ice could form on the product in the event of
snowfall, sleet or icy rain. Do not operate
equipment until the ice formation is no long-
er present, and switch automatic controls to
manual.
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Make sure that the shutters are locked be-
fore any wind load occurs.
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The shutters may not be operated at wind
speeds from 62 km/h (stormy wind).
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No additional loads such as persons or ob-
jects are permitted to have an effect on the
shutters.
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Shutters are not intended to protect individ-
uals from falls.
WARNING
Danger of injury from the weight of
the product!
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Due to the weight of the products,
transport and installation must be car-
ried out by at least two individuals.
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Transport the product carefully in order to
avoid damage.
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Take care to ensure that the product is not
damaged when the packaging material is re-
moved.
WARNING
Danger of suffocation from packaging
foil.
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The packaging foil must be kept out of
reach of children.
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Store the foil carefully until you turn it
in for recycling.
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Turn the packaging materials in for recycling.

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Important notes
EC Declaration of Conformity
(Original EC Declaration of Conformity)
In accordance with the Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC
The manufacturer:
EHRET GmbH
Aluminium shutters
Bahnhofstrasse 14 - 18
77972 Mahlberg, Germany
hereby declares that the following product
Product designation:
Folding shutter
PROVENCE
Description of function: Sun/glare protection and screen
meets all the applicable requirements of the EC Directives
specified above.
The following harmonised standards have been applied in full:
EN 13659:2004+A1:2008
Shutters – Performance requirements including safety
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Name and address of the individual who is authorised to assemble the technical documentation:
Ralf Gielen Location: 77972 Mahlberg, Germany
Head of Technology Date: 01. 07. 2010
EHRET GmbH
Andreas Schnaase
Andreas Schnaase
Head of Sales
EHRET GmbH
Eberhard Schopferer
Eberhard Schopferer
Management
Management

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Important notes
Installation FAQs
Which parts have been delivered?
• Frame profiles, loose
• Slat packages
• Accessory parts
Which means of attachment are being used?
• The installation/fitting materials are not in-
cluded in the scope of delivery!
• The selection of the fitting materials is based
on the mounting bases on hand, the load-
bearing capacities of which are to be checked
before the installation. Observe without limi-
tation the regulations of the manufacturers of
dowel and fitting materials.
WARNING
Unsuitable means of attachment could
lead to severe injuries and/or damage
to property.
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Select the means of attachment in ac-
cordance with the load-bearing capacity
of the mounting bases.
How are the slat packages hooked into the
fastening frame?
• Dismount one half of the upper guide rail
which is divided into two parts and inserted
into the fastening frame.
• Position the first slat package by placing it
into the bottom guide and inserting the upper
gliders into the mounted guide rail.
• Thread in the second slat package in the
same way and park it next to the first pack-
age.
• Reinsert the dismounted guide rail half and
screw it into place.
• Position, drill and screw the fastening profile
of the slat packages on to the lateral frame
profiles.
What is to be taken into account with the
function check?
• Can the folding shutter sashes be moved eas-
ily?

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PROVENCE
– without opener
A
PROVENCE
– without opener
Scope of delivery

4× Ø 4
6× M5
N1
S3
8
8
1×
2×
2×
1×
6×
4×
4×
4×
2×
2×
N1
S4
S5
Torx 20
12× Ø 4,2
12× Ø 4,2
S1
S2
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PROVENCE
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Contained in the scope of delivery
Not included in the scope
of delivery
Accessories for barrier-free
version
Drill Ø 4.2 mm
Drill Ø 3.2 mm
Masonry drill
Size 3
Tools required*
*not included in the scope of delivery
INFO
Installation material to be provided by the
customer!

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PROVENCE
– without opener
Installation steps
1 Assembling the standard fastening frame
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2 Assembling the barrier-free fastening frame (optional)
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3 Fastening in the reveal
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4 Dismounting the guide rail
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5 Hanging the slat packages in place
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6 Mounting the guide rail
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7 Fastening the slat packages
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8 Mounting the centre lock
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9 Mounting the plastic spring
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10 Mounting the top and bottom inlet brackets
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11 Setting the locking blocks
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12 Setting the retaining brackets
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13 Fastening the barrier-free retaining bracket (optional)
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12× S1
2× S3
6×
2×
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PROVENCE
– without opener A
1
Assembling the standard fastening frame
Sliding block
Sliding block
Size: 3
2× sliding block
2× sliding block

6× S1
4× S4
4× S5
2×
2×
S4
S5
S5
S4
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A
PROVENCE
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2
Assembling the barrier-free fastening frame (optional)
Sliding block
Size: 3

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PROVENCE
– without opener A
3
Fastening in the reveal
not included in the scope of delivery*
View from outside
*Installation material to be provided by the
customer!

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PROVENCE
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4
Dismounting the guide rail
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Dismount half of the guide rail.
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Hanging the slat packages in place
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Insert the slat package into the bottom guide (pay attention to whether it is the left or right pack-
age).
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Lift the slat package and hang it in place in the guide rail.
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Move the package to its end position and hang the second slat package in place.
Fastening profile
IMPORTANT
• Position the fastening profi le as il-
lustrated above to hang it in place
and move it!
• Do not place the slat package on to
the glider!
1. Lift
2. Thread in
View from inside

8× S2
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PROVENCE
– without opener A
6
Mounting the guide rail
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Reinstall the guide profile.
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Push the slat package up to the lateral frame profiles,
then open the fastening profiles as illustrated in the diagram.
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Fastening the slat packages
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Drill the slat packages and screw them on to the side parts.
Fastening profile
Drill Ø 3.2 mm

4× N1
4× S2
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Mounting the centre lock
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Fasten the centre lock in the existing drill holes.
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Mounting the plastic spring
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Screw the plastic spring into the pre-drilled fastening holes.

S3
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PROVENCE
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10
Mounting the top and bottom inlet brackets
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Position the inlet bracket in the middle (see image) in front of the compensation profiles and
screw into place.
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Setting the locking blocks
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Close the folding shutter.
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Mark the bolt rod from the outside.
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Align the locking blocks with the mark and fasten in place.
Sliding block
Inlet bracket
M5 screw
Size: 3
Mark

4× N1
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PROVENCE
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Setting the retaining brackets
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Align the retaining bracket with the bolt rod.
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Fastening the barrier-free retaining bracket (optional)
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Align the retaining bracket with the bolt rod, drill and fasten with rivets.

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B PROVENCE – with one-handed opener
B PROVENCE – with one-handed opener
Scope of delivery