Introduction
As a factory recognized installer for the Smoke Guard system, read this installation
manual to become familiar with all installation tasks before beginning. This manual tells
you what you need to know to install Model 200 and Model 400 smoke containment
systems from Smoke Guard.
About the Smoke Guard System
Smoke Guard manufactures a smoke-containment system for elevator hoistways. Under
alarm conditions, a screen drops from a housing to the floor, creating a seal around the
elevator opening that prevents smoke from traveling through the elevator shaft to other
floors.
The screen drops under either of two conditions:
°the smoke detector to which the housing is wired goes into alarm
°the power to the housing is cut off for several seconds
For information about the Smoke Guard System and building codes, see the Smoke
Guard Operation and Maintenance Manual.
About installation of the Smoke Guard System
Installation of the Smoke Guard system requires a moderate amount of construction
experience. Specifically, installation requires tools and materials listed on page 5 and
experience with the following:
°drilling through metal, sheet rock, and studs
°working with anchors appropriate for the wall and stud materials
°pop-riveting
°terminating low voltage wires
°understanding open and closed contacts
Installation occurs:
°after installation of the elevator frame
°after dry wall is mounted around elevator frame
°prior to ceiling installation
°prior to painting wall around elevator frame
NOTE: Follow standard safety procedures. Wear a hard hat and safety goggles, use
caution when working on a stepladder, get assistance when carrying and mounting the
housing, and use proper lifting techniques.
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