GLAZING VISION Xvent User manual
405-INST-UK-001 v1.0 –09 Jul 2020
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Xvent
405-INST-UK-001 v1.0 –09 Jul 2020
Contents
Section Description
Page
Introduction
3
Safety Information
4
Pre-Installation Preparation
6
Upstand Top Trim Installation
8
Fitting the Lifting Equipment
9
Installation Procedure
10
Interior Finishing
13
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Glazing Vision Xvent. In order to ensure that it gives you many years of service it is important that before
commencing any work you read these instructions fully and ensure that they are strictly followed for a successful and trouble free
installation.
We recommend that the installation should be undertaken by Glazing Vision Engineers or Approved Installers (installers that have
attended a Glazing Vision Installation training course for this product and carry ‘Approved Installer’ status). This will ensure a reliable
product and enable the property owner to benefit from the full 10 year warranty on the product. It should be noted that an
installation by non-approved installers will result in a reduced warranty period of just 2 years. This is a safety critical product and if
installed by non-approved installers it must be commissioned by Glazing Vision personnel or Approved Installers.
By following the correct installation procedure, a reliable and high performing end result is guaranteed. The critical operations that
can lead to problems if not done correctly are the lifting, preparation of the upstand, and ensuring that the product is mounted on
the correct pitch with the hinge on the high side. Taking the time to carry out these operations correctly will ensure that the product
does not twist or distort and allow the installed product to move freely and unimpeded with minimum load on the mechanisms and
no undue stresses in the frame or glass.
Installation must only be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. Care should be taken when working on the product, avoiding
accidental damage and ensuring operational reliability. The mechanisms are very powerful, at no time should hands or arms work
through the mechanisms, always work around them.
Should you have any queries beyond this manual please do not hesitate to contact Glazing Vision.
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Safety Information
Installation of your rooflight may involve working at heights, working at an unusual angle, being in unfamiliar locations or all of
these. Before work is commenced, stop and consider the best way to carry out the task and what hazards you might encounter.
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These products can be very heavy. Extreme care must be taken during handling and installation. Full
consideration should be given to how you will safely transport your rooflight product from the delivery
vehicle to the installation location. Glazing Vision strongly recommends that specialist, mechanical lifting
equipment is employed.
Consider:
•The weight(s) of the product purchased.
•How you will safely transport your rooflight product from the delivery vehicle to the installation
location.
•All lifting methods and equipment required for safe installation to eliminate manual handling.
•How you will safely access the area to carry out installation.
•Any openings, voids or unprotected edges that might pose a significant risk whilst working at height.
•Use of scaffolding with all appropriate edging, rails and inspection certification.
•If specialist access or equipment is required e.g. a fall arrest system.
•What personal protective safety equipment (PPE) is required for working at height –e.g. harness.
•Methods for safe working, for example, to avoid falling from height, reducing manual handling and
so as not to drop equipment.
•How you will transport tools and other equipment to the installation area.
•The number of persons required to assist with safe installation.
•The competence, capability and experience of the installation team to safely carry out the task.
•Impact of weather on safe installation, especially driving rain and high winds.
If in doubt, please contact Glazing Vision for assistance.
Anticipated hazards may include:
•Falls from height
•Working with specialist lifting equipment or third-party lifting
•Manual handling injury
•Equipment falling from height
•Slips, trips and falls
•Fragile roof areas.
•Finger or clothing entrapment under unit, in mechanical or moving parts
•Working with electricity
•Impact of weather conditions
•Competence of personnel
Do not attempt to repair, move or dismantle the product unless suitably competent and qualified to do so,
with the appropriate safety measures in place. Any repairs and/or movement of the product may invalidate
the warranty. Please seek advice from Glazing Vision.
Any electrical work is to be carried out by a qualified and competent electrician in accordance with Glazing
Vision’s wiring diagram(s).
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Warning
The following warnings are here to prevent personal injury and damage to the product. Please follow them explicitly.
General:
•The product must be properly installed and commissioned in accordance with this manual before it is used. The Xvent
must be commissioned by Glazing Vision personnel or Approved Installers.
•Glazing Vision strongly recommends that any work is carried out by suitably qualified individuals (e.g. Glazing Vision
Engineers or Approved Installers, or an experienced electro-mechanical service engineer).
•Glazing Vision strongly recommends that specialist, mechanical lifting equipment is employed.
•Use the product only for its intended purpose.
•Regular cleaning and maintenance must be carried out according to guidelines.
•A safe working platform must be provided for any installation/maintenance work carried out. This includes suitable edge
protection.
•Glazing Vision cannot be held responsible for damage incurred during the lifting and transportation of the product to the
installation location (please refer to terms and conditions of sale).
Pre-Installation:
•Glazing Vision products are heavy, fragile and of awkward shape and size. There may be uneven weight distribution due to
the materials used and their design.
•The weight(s) of each individual product (or product section) will be clearly marked on the product and will be
communicated to clients before despatch of goods.
•Never install any product showing signs of damage. If in doubt consult Glazing Vision for advice.
•Please dispose of the packaging material for this product in a considerate manner. Cardboard and wood items are widely
recycled.
Electrical Works/Cables:
•It is recommended that electrical work is carried out by a qualified and competent electrician.
•Do not pull, squash, bend or damage cables where they exit the product. Doing so may loosen connections and this may
result in damage to the product and/or create the need for a repair visit.
•Should any cables or electrical components break or become damaged, have them repaired or replaced immediately.
Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts or overloading may cause an electric shock or fire.
•Do not install the circuitry in a damp place or a place where it may come into contact with water.
During Use:
•Do not touch the motors/mechanisms after operating the unit as they may become hot.
•Do not walk or sit on the unit.
•Risk of crush and/or trapping injuries. Make sure that fingers and other obstructions are kept clear of the product and its
mechanisms at all times.
•Overcurrent protection is designed to prevent damage to the product and its mechanisms. It should not be relied upon to
prevent injuries.
•Do not place anything on, or cause obstruction to, the moving sections of the product as this may cause damage to the
mechanisms/product and/or prevent the unit from opening/closing.
•Do not allow unauthorised persons (e.g. children) to operate the product as this may lead to personal injury or damage to
the product. Do not leave children or pets unsupervised near the product –it may open/close unexpectedly (e.g. due to the
rain sensor activating or a fire alarm signal) and cause injury.
•Do not leave the product open in the rain, this could damage the control board and/or mechanisms. If required, a rain
sensor can be specified at the time of order.
For more information or assistance please contact Glazing Vision.
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Pre-Installation Preparation
These products can be very heavy. Due consideration should be given to getting the product onto the roof safely
and extreme care taken during installation.
Points to Note Prior to Commencing Installation
1. The Xvent should arrive on site in undamaged packaging, which includes a wooden build frame, cardboard, polyfoam glass
protection and low tack tape. Please inspect for damage to packaging and/or product and advise Glazing Vision of any
damage or shortfall within 48 hours from signing the receipt of your delivery.
2. Enclosed within the box containing this manual will be the required number of fixing woodscrews and a number of plastic
packers, as well as some silicone and other required materials. The installation kit is supplied with two switches (a control
switch and an isolator switch), a Power Supply Unit (PSU) and any additional optional items selected at the time of order.
Standard Installation Hardware
Enclosed within the hardware box for each unit you should find at least the following:
Stainless steel woodscrews
Plastic horseshoe packers
(various sizes)
Low modulus silicone
3. Xvents have three coiled cables emerging from the motor housing as standard (if optional extras have been selected, other
cables may also be present). This includes 2 single cores (red and black) 24V DC power cables, a 4 core fire panel connection
cable and a 6 core control cable. These cables will have red identification labels on them (labels should not be removed
until final installation). Please refer to Glazing Vision’s wiring diagrams for details of wiring requirements. Only the supplied
PSU can be fitted to the unit, failure to connect this unit or wiring direct to the mains will invalidate the product warranty.
4. The switch used to control the operation of the Xvent is a two button wall mounted control switch. This switch will allow
you to operate and stop at any position between the fully open and closed positions. This switch also contains a tri-colour
LED to display the product status to the user. The correct control switch is supplied in the installation kit and must be
installed to avoid invalidating the warranty. If required, this switch can be installed in a maintenance area and another
switch of a retractive single pole double throw (SPDT, ‘on-off-on’, latching off) type can be parallel wired for regular use.
Using a SPDT switch that only latches ‘on-on’ can seize the control board and therefore should not be used.
5. The Xvent also requires a 3A fused double pole single throw (DPST) type switch (not supplied). Combined with
disconnecting the batteries, installing this switch as per the wiring diagram will allow the control board to be reset in the
event of a fault (for more information on faults and troubleshooting see the operation and maintenance manual).
6. The upstand must already be in place for the product. The dimensioning of the product will have taken into consideration
the external dimensions of the upstand including all weathering. More information about upstand construction can be
found in Glazing Vision’s sales drawings. Please note that a minimum distance of 200 mm clearance between the upstand
and any surrounding structures must be left on all sides. Additional space to allow the lid to open to 140° (fire position)
must also be allowed for. This is to allow sufficient room for installation and maintenance.
7. It is important to ensure that the area of installation is suitably prepared. The area surrounding the upstand should be clear
to provide safe access during the installation works. It will be necessary to work on the outside and therefore suitable
provisions should be made for safe handling of the product, including all relevant personal protective equipment (PPE)
and safety systems for working at heights.
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8. Before starting installation, Glazing Vision advises that the physical upstand dimensions are cross-checked with those given
for the order, to ensure the product will fit. The upstand will need to be within ± 10 mm of the ordered size. The top surface
of the upstand should be flat without undulations greater than ± 2 mm. Check that the cable exit hole has been included
in the upstand (refer to Glazing Vision’s sales drawings for the location). Also check the diagonals to ensure that the upstand
has been constructed square. The upstand must be weathered as per the sales drawings. If using any metallic
waterproofing material, this cannot be applied across the top surface of the upstand as this will cause a thermal bridge
which can lead to internal condensation and invalidate the product warranty.
9. These products can be very heavy. Glazing Vision strongly recommends that a structural engineer is consulted when
designing the structure(s) that will support the product and the surrounding structure. Nothing in this manual or on Glazing
Vision’s sales drawings constitutes a structural proposal.
10. Glazing Vision strongly recommends that a ‘dry run’ (without any silicone) is completed before committing to the final
installation.
Sales Drawings
Sales drawings for the Xvent can be obtained by downloading them from Glazing Vision’s website
(www.glazingvision.co.uk/resources) or by contacting Glazing Vision.
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Upstand Top Trim Installation
Begin by cutting the upstand top trim to the lengths required for all sides of the upstand. The corner joints can either be mitred (45°)
or straight cut with notches (see image below). If the material requires bending to suit the pitch of the upstand, this can be achieved
by screwing the section to the upstand as below and gently tapping the horizontal part using a clean rubber mallet.
Figure 1 –Upstand top trim placement
The upstand top trim should be cut to size along its length to leave a dimension of 190 mm between the edge of the cover and
outside of the upstand. This dimension ensures that the upstand top is covered and there is no contact between the upstand top
trim and the exterior product framework (which would create a thermal bridge). The upstand top trim is supplied with 5 grooves
along the underside. These grooves can be used to help guide a saw or similar when trimming the cover to size.
Figure 2 –Upstand top trim measurements
After all upstand top trim lengths have been cut to size and adjusted to fit, they can be fixed into place with the supplied fixings. Drill
holes at approximately 500 mm centres using the groove to aid with positioning of the drill bit. The upstand top trim has been
designed to accept standard 12 mm plasterboard to ensure a flush finish. Refer to the sales drawings for more information.
Figure 3 –Upstand top trim fixings
190 mm
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Fitting the Lifting Equipment
The lifting frame is usually (but not always) attached to the product prior to dispatch. Once the product is installed,
please return the lifting equipment to Glazing Vision.
The lifting frame is fully configurable and will fit any size of product. Use Glazing Vision’s drawing of the lifting frame to assist with
identifying parts and how they fit together.
To fit the lifting frame, it may be necessary to peel back and remove some of the protective packaging. Leave as much as possible
intact.
To assemble the lifting frame, start by mounting a lifting bracket to each corner of the base frame. Tighten the rubber feet to make
light contact with the top of the glass. Do not over tighten, the bracket only needs to locate so that it does not fall off but does not
need to be clamped on. Lastly, mount a lifting eye bracket to each of the lifting brackets and slide in the spreader bars to create the
full lifting frame. Everything should then be pinned in position through the closest holes using the clevis pins and the R-clips. Ensure
that all of the adjustment fixings are tightened appropriately for lifting.
Figure 4 - Lifting bracket
Figure 5 - Locating position
Shackle point
Spreader bar
R-clips and clevis pins
Adjustment fixings
Rubber feet
Lifting bracket
Bracket locates under
base frame
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Installation Procedure
Step 1
Remove all packaging from the product including polyfoam glass protection and low tack tape.
When removing the packaging, try to keep it intact as much as possible, so that after installation it can be re-used to
protect the product until project completion and final handover.
Gently prise all of the upstand fixing clip on covers off the framework drip legs.
Figure 6 - Clip on cover
Step 2
Apply two large lines of silicone (supplied in the installation kit) to the top of the upstand. The two lines of silicone need to be
approximately 50 mm and 150 mm in from the outside face of the upstand.
Figure 7 –Silicone placement
Step 3
Check that the lifting equipment is securely fitted to the unit.
Carefully lift the product to the installation site (roof) using strops underneath the wooden build frame. This is to ensure that the
build frame does not separate from the product during the lift. Do not lift the product to the roof using the lifting frame (this is for
installation purposes only).
Step 4
When on the roof the product should be lifted off the wooden build frame (remove the fixings first) and placed onto the upstand. To
do this, attach hooks to the shackle points on the lifting frame and then gently lower the product onto the upstand ensuring that
the cables are not kinked or snagged under the framework –feed the cables exiting from the underside of the unit into the cable exit
hole in the upstand.
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Figure 8 –Suggested lifting configuration
Figure 9 - Position of power and control cables in motor housing
With the framework in contact with the upstand top and the majority of the weight still supported by the crane/lifting equipment,
adjust the position of the product on the upstand so that the internal framework is equally spaced and aligned with the internal
finishes. Take care when positioning the product during final installation, as once the weight of the unit has been placed onto the
sealants it adheres to the upstand making repositioning difficult.
Once satisfied that everything is correctly positioned, carefully release the weight of the product. Remove the crane and lifting frame.
Once the product is installed, please return the lifting equipment to Glazing Vision.
Step 5
Drill Ø3 mm pilot holes into the upstand through the pre-drilled holes in the product’s framework (concealed by the clip on cover).
Secure the product to the upstand using the woodscrews and packers provided in the hardware kit. The packers must fill the entire
gap between the upstand and product for each woodscrew. Care should be taken when tightening the fixings to ensure the frame
does not distort. Fit the clip on covers back onto the unit.
If installing into an alternative material to wood, it may be necessary to source suitable wall plugs and/or fixings to
use instead of those provided.
Product framework
Power and control cables
fed into hole in upstand
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Figure 10 - Upstand fixings
Step 6
Terminate the cables and apply power to the product following the wiring diagrams. Also install and connect any optional extras
as directed (refer to Glazing Vision’s sales drawings and wiring diagrams).
Step 7
This is a safety critical product and must be commissioned by Glazing Vision personnel or Approved Installers.
The following instructions should be followed when initialising and commissioning the unit. First check that the unit is receiving the
correct power from the Power Supply Unit (PSU). Use a multimeter to check the supply voltage by disconnecting the connection to
the batteries and placing the multimeter probes across the DC Input Terminals of the DR UPS40 switching device. You should get a
reading of 27.2V DC. If the reading is higher or lower than this figure, then the output from the PSU should be adjusted accordingly.
Voltage adjustment is via a screw potentiometer accessed through the front cover (remove small plastic plug first). The PSU is
external to the Xvent and can be mounted some way from the product, possibly resulting in a slight volt drop. This is a common
reason for a slightly lower voltage at the battery terminals and requires adjusting. 27.2V DC must be the reading at the Xvent to
ensure the batteries are given sufficient charge. Ensure that the batteries are connected. After confirming that the PSU is correct the
fire alarm connection should be tested. Before initialisation and commissioning can take place, the Xvent must be connected to the
fire switch (panel, break glass etc.) which will provide a normally closed safety circuit.
To initialise the Xvent, first check that there are no obstructions preventing the lid from moving freely e.g. scaffolding or loads placed
on the lid. Check also that the product’s mechanisms are properly engaged (i.e. the manual override procedure has not been carried
out –refer to the Operation and Maintenance manual), failure to check this could result in mechanical damage. Switch on the power.
If the product cannot be seen when standing next to the wall mounted control switch, ask for assistance. When you are ready to run
the Xvent press and hold the operating switch in the open direction. When operating the product for the first time it is important to
check that both mechanisms are working in tandem and the lid moves evenly. If the product has not been initialised, it may be
necessary to press the close button first before the product will open. If something does not function as expected, immediately
release the operating switch and contact Glazing Vision for assistance.
The Xvent is now fully set up and should be tested as set out below to ensure complete functionality:
1. Open the Xvent via the control switch to 45°.
2. Close the Xvent from 45° via the control switch.
3. Open the Xvent to the 140° fire position using the fire panel.
4. Close the Xvent from 140° using the control switch. Ensure that any fire condition on the fire panel has been cleared first as
otherwise it will not close.
5. If any optional extras are included, these can also be tested. The optional remote control performs as per the control switch.
Once installation has been completed, fill out the Site QC document.
Upstand fixing
Packers
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Interior Finishing
Glazing Vision does not specify the finishes permitted except for the following stipulations:
•The finish must be built up to the internal dimension of the product –see Glazing Vision’s sales drawings.
•No interior metal component (for example edging strips for plastering) may touch any part of the product framework that
is the outer colour (RAL 7015 grey as standard).
•Any airspaces between the aluminium frame of the product and the internal finishes must be filled with insulating material.
•Nothing should be fixed directly to the product.
•Nothing should interfere with any mechanisms or controls present or prevent the removal of the cover plate (access is
required for maintenance reasons).
Contravention of any of these stipulations may severely undermine the thermal efficiency of the product.
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