Tamco AIR-IQ Instruction sheet

TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ Air Flow Measurement Damper (ADMD)
Packaged Solution
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 3
FOR ADDITIONAL AIR-IQ ASSISTANCE .................................................................................... 3
TAMCO Damper Assembly: ............................................................................................... 3
EBTRON Airflow Measurement Station: .......................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES .................................................................................................. 4
VERIFY BEFORE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 4
INSTALLED IN DUCT MOUNT TYPE .................................................................................... 5
FLANGED-TO-DUCT MOUNT TYPE ...................................................................................... 7
STRUCTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR
AIR-IQ UNITS WITH TWO-SECTION DAMPERS ................................................................. 8
EBTRON AIRFLOW MEASUREMENT STATION WIRING AND SETUP
(Refer to EBTRON Technical Manual TM_GTx116 under separate cover)
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY DESCRIPTION:
AIR-IQ products are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for 36 months
from the date of shipment. Should the product or component parts qualify as a warrantable
failure within this time period, the product or component involved will be repaired or replaced
at the factory of origin, in accordance with the TAMCO or EBTRON Standard Limited Warranty.
Products or parts suspected of being defective shall be shipped freight pre-paid, as directed by
your TAMCO or EBTRON customer service agent, for examination and warranty consideration.
RETURNS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED WITH A VALID RMA NUMBER. All warranty obligations and
limitations are contained in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale made available from
TAMCO and EBTRON for the major component parts of the AIR-IQ product.
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TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
IMPORTANT! - READ THIS FIRST!
INTRODUCTION
The TAMCO/EBTRON AIR-IQ Airflow Measurement Damper Solution consists of a high-quality TAMCO
damper and factory-installed, precision EBTRON Airflow Measurement Station (transmitter and
flow measurement probes) designed for negative pressure OA (outside air) and unducted return air
applications. Operation of the AIR-IQ in other applications may not be recommended. Please consult your
TAMCO/EBTRON applications specialist for specific applications.
Observe the following precautions during installation to prevent damage and to ensure proper operation of the
AIR-IQ product. Read and understand all of the information contained in this document and in the INSTALLATION
GUIDELINES document, prior to installation of the AIR-IQ. Failure to observe the following precautions can result
in damage to the TAMCO Damper and/or EBTRON equipment that is not covered under warranty.
FOR ADDITIONAL AIR-IQ ASSISTANCE
TAMCO Damper Assembly:
For assistance with specific TAMCO AIR-IQ Damper questions or issues not covered in this document,
contact TAMCO Customer Service at 1-800-561-3449.
EBTRON Airflow Measurement Station:
Refer to the EBTRON Technical Manual TM_GTx116 under separate cover for airflow measurement
station wiring, instrument setup and operation. For additional assistance with EBTRON Airflow
Measurement Station questions or issues not covered in the Technical Manual, contact your local EBTRON
Representative or EBTRON Customer Service at 1-800-232-8766.
CAUTION!
The AIR-IQ Damper is supplied with factory-installed EBTRON airflow measurement probes
transmitter. Exercise caution when unpacking, handling and installing the AIR-IQ to prevent
damage to the EBTRON instruments and the TAMCO damper assembly.
If damper frame damage is noted, contact TAMCO Customer Service for further instructions.
DO NOT HAMMER ANY PART OF THE FRAME, AS DAMAGE TO THE AIRFLOW MEASUREMENT
STATION COMPONENTS THAT MAY RESULT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Do not adjust damper linkage mechanism. Tampering with linkage will void damper warranty.
If damper problems remain after completing the PRE-INSTALLATION VERIFICATION (in the
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES document), please call TAMCO Customer Service.
Damper linkage, airflow sensor probes and transmitter must remain accessible after
installation to permit setup and recommended periodic maintenance activities.
Refer to the EBTRON Technical Manual, provided under separate cover for airflow measurement
station wiring, instrument setup and operation.
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TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
CALL TAMCO CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING TAMCO DAMPERS
1-800-561-3449
FRONT / TOP END UP / RIGHT HAND
(viewed from damper side)
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
• When the AIR-IQ unit is viewed from damper side and labels on blades are right side up, unit orientation is Front/Top end up.
• When viewed as Front/Top end up, right hand (RH) has drive rod as shown. Left hand (LH) has drive rod on left.
• The complete AIR-IQ unit can be installed vertically with the damper orientation being right side up, or lying at.
• Ensure that the AIR-IQ Unit is installed allowing for future access to the Ebtron transmitter, probes, damper side linkage, as well as the damper
jumper bracket.
• Duct work construction and bracing must be sufcient to support the AIR-IQ unit. Do not use the AIR-IQ unit to square up the duct. The system
must support the AIR-IQ unit. The AIR-IQ unit cannot support the system. For AIR-IQ units with two damper sections, ensure that each section
is properly braced and supported.
• For single-section, vertical blade applications, the AIR-IQ unit must be installed so that the linkage and probe cables are located at the top.
• A 12" long, hexagonal steel drive rod is provided as standard. Units are shipped with the drive rod inserted in the drive blade. Drive rod
may be extended up to 8" beyond the outside edge of the frame by loosening the U-bolt, drawing out the rod to the desired length and then
retightening the U-bolt.
• If required, 24" and 36" long zinc-plated steel drive rods can be ordered.
• Before installing, inspect the AIR-IQ Unit for possible damage caused in shipping.
• If minor damage has occurred to frame corners or anges, correct by bending them back into position gently, taking care not to disturb the
EBTRON sensor probes and transmitter.
• Do not install the AIR-IQ Unit if damage is more than supercial, if uncertain as to extent of damage, or if the damper does not seal correctly.
Call TAMCO customer service at 1-800-561-3449.
• Operate the damper section manually (on a at section of oor) to verify correct blade action and sealing.
1. To correctly verify sealing action, loosen the hex nuts of the U-bolt located on drive blade. Extend the steel drive rod to maximum of 8"
beyond the outside edge of the frame. Re-tighten the hex nuts on U-bolt.
2. Using the drive rod, slowly apply closing torque, while ensuring that the damper frame does not twist due to torque being applied.
(Larger units may require an additional person to hold the damper frame square and true.)
3. If possible, use daylight or an inside light source as a backdrop to the verication procedure. No light should be visible through the damper.
CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED TO ENSURE FINGERS ARE NOT IN THE WAY OF MOVING LINKAGE PARTS OR BLADES.
VERIFY BEFORE INSTALLATION!
WARNING:
DO NOT ADJUST DAMPER LINKAGE
MECHANISM. TAMPERING WITH
LINKAGE WILL VOID DAMPER
WARRANTY. IF PROBLEM STILL
EXISTS AFTER COMPLETING PRE-
INSTALLATION VERIFICATION,
CALL TAMCO CUSTOMER SERVICE.
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TAMCO’s all aluminum dampers are constructed with maintenance-free bearing and linkage components.
CAUTION: NEVER USE ANY LUBRICANTS, SUCH AS GREASE OR SILICONE ON TAMCO DAMPERS.
In applications where the humidity level is unusually elevated, or where there are extremely high levels of dust
and dirt particles, TAMCO recommends that the damper linkage and bearing system should be cleaned once a
year. This can be done easily with the use of a domestic strength steam cleaner. The loosened dirt and water
droplets can then be blown out with compressed air.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO EBTRON SENSORS OR TRANSMITTER, NEVER APPLY STEAM, CLEANSER OR
COMPRESSED AIR TO THEM.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE PROBES AS HANDLES TO LIFT AND/OR POSITION DAMPER. DAMAGE TO THE PROBES MAY OCCUR.
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AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
AIR-IQ shown with
sleeve and are
If unit is installed with damper inserted in a wall, actuator must
be face-mounted and appropriate face-mounting accessories
will be required.
For additional details, refer to TAMCO Motor Mounting Methods
at http://www.tamcodampers.com/inGdeCD_motorMnt.php
" INSTALLED IN DUCT” MOUNT TYPE:
• If AIR-IQ unit is manufactured with the 3" are, the unit is intended to be located at end of duct work. The minimum distance from the outside
edge of the are to the trailing edge of the intake louver must be no less than 7".
• If AIR-IQ unit is manufactured as "Sleeve Only", without the 3" are, the unit may be inserted within the duct or in the opening, so that the
minimum distance from the outside edge of the sleeve to the trailing edge of the intake louver is a minimum of 10".
• Installation of AIR-IQ unit is carried out by afxing only the damper inside the duct work. Do not use sleeve or are to secure unit in duct work.
• AIR-IQ unit must be installed square.
• An "Installed In Duct" Mount Type AIR-IQ unit damper's nished, outside frame dimensions are ½" smaller than the specied duct width and
height dimensions, to allow for clearance to insert the damper frame into the duct work.
• Ensure that the duct is square and large enough to allow the AIR-IQ Unit to be installed square.
• If required, make a hole in the duct work to allow extension of the drive rod.
• Verify that the AIR-IQ unit is square and then secure the bottom damper frame to the oor of the duct using a 90° mounting angle.
• Operate the damper manually to conrm proper sealing.
• As each mounting angle is installed, verify operation to ensure the damper is sealing correctly.
• Caulk all joints.
AIR-IQ: TYPICAL, SINGLE-SECTION, HORIZONTAL-BLADE DAMPER
PROBES MOUNTED PARALLEL TO BLADES
INSTALLED IN DUCT MOUNT TYPE
B*
1"
¼"
1"
¼"
clearance
3"
3"
BB - 2.5”
1"2"
A*
A - 3.5”
A + 2.5”
B
+
3.5”
Non-ducted application
4"
5"
6" 6" 4" 3"
15"
Ducted application
18"7"
Minimum distance to
trailing edge of intake louver
4"
Minimum 4" clearance for EBTRON insertion
style sensor probes and electronic actuator. Does
not include access for wiring after installation of
assembly. See specic EBTRON and TAMCO series
technical documentation for more information.
Airflow
Inside Sleeve dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A - 3.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B - 2.5"
Outside Damper Frame dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A - 0.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B - 0.5"
Outside Flare dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 2.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 3.5"
*NOTES:
A x B: = Always opening dimensions
Width = A: Always dimension
parallel to blades
Height = B: Always dimension
perpendicular to blades
TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
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TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
AIR-IQ: TYPICAL, TWO-SECTION, HORIZONTAL-BLADE DAMPER
PROBES MOUNTED PARALLEL TO BLADES
INSTALLED IN DUCT MOUNT TYPE
1"
¼"
1"
¼"
clearance
3"
3"
BB - 2.5”
Non-ducted application
4"
5"
6" 6" 4" 3"
15"
Ducted application
18"7"
Minimum distance to
trailing edge of intake louver
B*
B
+
3.5”
1"
1"
A*
A - 2.5”
A + 3.5”
4"
Jumpers will always be on the face of damper, downstream from the louver
Airflow
Minimum 4" clearance for EBTRON insertion style sensor probes and electronic
actuator. Does not include access for wiring after installation of assembly. See
specic EBTRON and TAMCO series technical documentation for more information.
Inside Sleeve dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A - 2.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B - 2.5"
Outside Damper Frame dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A - 0.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B - 0.5"
Outside Flare dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 3.5"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 3.5"
*NOTES:
A x B: = Always opening dimensions
Width = A: Always dimension
parallel to blades
Height = B: Always dimension
perpendicular to blades
AIR-IQ shown
with sleeve and are
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AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
AIR-IQ shown
with sleeve only
“FLANGED-TO-DUCT” MOUNT TYPE
• If AIR-IQ unit is manufactured with the 3" are, the unit is intended to be anged to the end of duct work or anged to wall or opening. The
minimum distance from the outside edge of the are to the trailing edge of the intake louver must be no less than 7".
• If AIR-IQ unit is manufactured as "Sleeve Only", without the 3" are, the unit may be anged to the duct, so that the minimum distance from the
outside edge of the sleeve to the trailing edge of the intake louver is a minimum of 10".
• AIR-IQ unit must be installed square.
• A "Flanged to Duct" Mount Type AIR-IQ unit damper's nished, inside frame dimensions are equal to the specied duct or opening size.
• If the AIR-IQ unit is manufactured with the 3" are, the unit will be secured to the duct or opening using the damper anges only, leaving the
are side free. The overall damper frame width and height dimensions are 2" larger than the duct or opening dimensions.
• If AIR-IQ unit is manufactured as "Sleeve Only", without the 3" are, both sides of the unit can be secured to the duct work or openings. Both the
damper's and the sleeve's overall, outside frame/ange dimensions are 2" larger than the duct or opening dimensions.
• Do not assume that the duct or opening is square. Verify that the duct ange or hole is square, at and even.
• Verify that the unit AIR-IQ unit is square. Operate the damper to verify free movement of the blades and correct sealing.
• Secure the damper to the duct work or opening. Re-verify that the damper is square.
• If the AIR-IQ unit is manufactured as "Sleeve Only" and ducted on both sides, repeat the procedure for the other ange.
• Caulk all joints.
3"
Non-ducted application
4"
5"
6" 6" 4" 3"
15"
Ducted application
18"7"
Minimum distance to
trailing edge of intake louver
1"
1"1"
B
+
6”
BB
A*
A + 6”
4"
B*
3"
Minimum 4" clearance for EBTRON insertion
style sensor probes and electronic actuator. Does
not include access for wiring after installation of
assembly. See specic EBTRON and TAMCO series
technical documentation for more information.
Airflow
Inside Sleeve dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A
Perpendicular to blade = B
Outside Damper Frame dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 2"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 2"
Outside Flare dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 6"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 6"
*NOTES:
A x B: = Always opening dimensions
Width = A: Always dimension
parallel to blades
Height = B: Always dimension
perpendicular to blades
AIR-IQ: TYPICAL, SINGLE-SECTION, HORIZONTAL-BLADE DAMPER
PROBES MOUNTED PARALLEL TO BLADES
FLANGED TO DUCT MOUNT TYPE
TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
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TAMCO, Inc. • 27 Iber Road, Stittsville, Ontario, Canada, K2S 1E6 • Toll Free: 800.561.3449 • Toll Free Fax: [phone] • www.tamcodampers.com
EBTRON, Inc. • 1663 Hwy. 701 S., Loris, SC USA 29569 • Toll Free: 800.2EBTRON (232.8766) • Fax: [phone] • www.ebtron.com
AIR-IQ INSTALL GUIDE_R3
REQUIREMENTS:
• Tubular or angled steel, structural support is required to resist applied pressure loads for AIR-IQ units with two-section dampers.
MAXIMUM DEFLECTION:
• The structure providing intermediate support must be designed to resist the highest pressure load, with deection of less than L/230. This applies
whether the pressure load is created by the mechanical system, or by wind load, or if the damper is mounted on the exterior of the building.
Inside Sleeve dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A
Perpendicular to blade = B
Outside Damper Frame dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 2"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 2"
Outside Flare dimensions:
Parallel to blade = A + 6"
Perpendicular to blade = B + 6"
*NOTES:
A x B: = Always opening dimensions
Width = A: Always dimension
parallel to blades
Height = B: Always dimension
perpendicular to blades
AIR-IQ shown
with sleeve and are
AIR-IQ: TYPICAL TWO-SECTION HORIZONTAL BLADE DAMPER
PROBES MOUNTED PARALLEL TO BLADES
FLANGED TO DUCT MOUNT TYPE
3"
Non-ducted application
4"
5"
6" 6" 4" 3"
15"
Ducted application
18"7"
Minimum distance to
trailing edge of intake louver
1"
B
+
6”
BB
A
A + 6”
4"
B
1"
1"
3"
Jumpers will always be on the face of damper, downstream from the louver
Minimum 4" clearance for EBTRON insertion style sensor probes and electronic
actuator. Does not include access for wiring after installation of assembly. See
specic EBTRON and TAMCO series technical documentation for more information.
Airflow
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STRUCTURAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR
AIR-IQ UNITS WITH TWO-SECTION DAMPERS