Variospeed mk5 v3

Variospeed® MK5 V3
Technical Manual
DOCUMENT VERSION: Version 1 – Sep 2019
Document Version 1 © 2019 Coopers Fire Ltd.

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Introduction
The Building Regulations (England & Wales) 2010, The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004 and The
Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012 as are recognised as functional code addressing the design of
buildings with performance-based requirements. The current Building Regulations has been developed and
continue to be developed over a number of years. The enforcement of these Regulations is by Building
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these standards is the involvement of industry and nationally recognised organisations in building product
development and the protection of public health, safety and welfare.
Attention is also drawn to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 as
amended, the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland)
2010.
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Contents
1 Version History ................................................................................................................................ 4
2 Contact Details ................................................................................................................................ 4
3 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 5
4 Important Symbols (Key) .................................................................................................................. 5
5 Control Panel Installation ................................................................................................................. 6
5.1 Control Panel Mounting ................................................................................................................ 6
5.1.1 Connection Cover Mounting (Optional) .................................................................................. 7
5.1.2 BMS Interface Mounting (Optional)........................................................................................ 7
5.2 Motor Cable Wiring ....................................................................................................................... 8
5.3 Setting Motor Direction ................................................................................................................. 9
6 Electrical Wiring & Connections ..................................................................................................... 10
6.1 Power Supply Unit (PSU) ........................................................................................................... 10
6.2 ARM1 Alarm Connection ............................................................................................................ 11
6.3 Single Smoke / Heat Detector .................................................................................................... 11
6.4 Dual Detector ............................................................................................................................. 12
6.5 Standard / Residential Emergency Retract ................................................................................. 12
6.6 Deluxe Emergency Retract ......................................................................................................... 13
6.7 Fireman’s Emergency Access .................................................................................................... 13
6.8 Residential Beam Detector ......................................................................................................... 14
6.9 Light Curtain ............................................................................................................................... 14
6.10 Voice Warning ............................................................................................................................ 15
6.11 Light Warning ............................................................................................................................. 15
6.12 BMS (Building Management System) Interface .......................................................................... 16
7 Commissioning .............................................................................................................................. 16
7.1 Initial Setup ................................................................................................................................ 16
7.2 Critical Settings .......................................................................................................................... 17
7.3 Optional Settings ........................................................................................................................ 20
7.4 Testing and Final Commissioning ............................................................................................... 22
8 Technical Information ..................................................................................................................... 25
8.1 General Specification ................................................................................................................. 25
8.2 Testing / Service Requirement ................................................................................................... 26
8.3 Replacement Parts ..................................................................................................................... 28
8.3.1 Fuse Replacement .............................................................................................................. 28
8.3.2 Battery Replacement ........................................................................................................... 28
9 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 28
10 Removal/ Demolition Statement ..................................................................................................... 29
11 Environment Statement.................................................................................................................. 29

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1 Version History
Document Revision
Author
Version Number Date
1 MA September 2019
2 Contact Details
Contractor: Coopers Fire Ltd.
Edward House
Penner Road
Havant
Hampshire, PO9 1QZ
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)23 9245 4405

Email: info@coopersfire.com
Web: www.coopersfire.com

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3 Safety Precautions
This product must be installed and commissioned by trained and approved Coopers Fire Ltd. personnel
under the IFC SDI05 Scheme for Installers of Smoke & Fire Barrier Assemblies recognized by United
Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS). Incorrect installation or operation can potentially cause personal
injury and/or damage to the system. Warning notices are given throughout where hazards and risks need to
be observed.
This manual shall be read in full before proceeding with the installation works. For any questions or
uncertainties you may have before proceeding with the installation, contact Coopers Fire Ltd.
This product is designed as a “life safety” system and is not designed for day-to-day use.
It is the owner’s legal obligation to periodically test the systems in accordance with guidance set out in
BS 9999:2008 or BS 9991:2012, and by the law where regulation exists. The owner may wish to engage in
a pro-active servicing contract for this “life safety” system which shall be serviced by those qualified to do
so that are under the IFC SDI05 Scheme for Installers of Smoke & Fire Barrier Assemblies recognized by
United Kingdom Accreditation Service. (UKAS).
Installation or use that is not in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions may lead to
impairment of the safety of the equipment.
4 Important Symbols (Key)
Warning - Live Electrical Works
Caution!
 Important Process

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5 Control Panel Installation
5.1 Control Panel Mounting
The Control Panel has 4 fixing holes, all of which must be used.
The Power Supply must be secured using the approved fixings below.
Please note: it is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the

substrate to which the control panel is to be fitted is suitable and
complies with the recommendations below.
Fixing Type Sleeve Anchor AnkaScrew Coach Screw
Image
Fixing Size M4 x 40 M4 x 40 M4 x 40
Concrete
Concrete
Suitable For Brick Wood
Brick
Wood
Clearance must be allowed below the Control Panel for the cable connections and fuse access.
The Control Panel should be installed in a suitable location to allow maintenance but also to protect the unit
from mechanical damage or tampering.
Where the effects of fire could result in the failure or incorrect operation of the fire curtain barriers for the
appropriate fire resistance of the compartment, all electrical wiring, the drive mechanism, the control
equipment, etc. shall be rated to 300 °C or located such that it is not exposed to temperatures above its
operational rating. This is of particular importance where Emergency Retract buttons are supplied.

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5.1.1 Connection Cover Mounting (Optional)
If provided, the MK5 Connection Cover is to be mounted directly underneath the MK5 Control Panel so it is
flush up against it. Additional clearance will be required below the MK5 Control Panel to accommodate this.
The Connection Cover needs to be positioned to the far left on the MK5 Control Panel so that the cut out of
the enclosure fits around the foot of the MK5 to retain full access to the fuses on the right.
The Connection Cover comes with 4 Qty

fixing holes located inside the body of the
enclosure, the same fixings used on the MK5
Control Panel are to be used.
There are a total of 15 Qty knock out points

located around the sides and bottom of the
enclosure. These can be fitted with the
standard 20mm diameter cable glands.
Once the enclosure has been mounted and

all the cables secured, the lid can then be slid
over the top to sit underneath the MK5
Control Panel lid and be secured using the 2
Qty fixing holes.
Note: Please ensure there is suitable clearance on the right-hand side to maintain easy
access to the 3 Qty fuse holders.
5.1.2 BMS Interface Mounting (Optional)
If supplied, the MK5 BMS Interface unit will need to be mounted locally to the MK5 Control Panel. Two of
these Interfaces will be required for full BMS (Curtain status and Battery status).
The Interface unit will need to be installed

by using the 4 Qty 4mm diameter fixing
points inside the enclosure. M3 fixings are
to be used to install.

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5.2 Motor Cable Wiring
Warning - The following instructions involve working on a live electrical

230Vac system. The following shall only be carried out by
suitably qualified electrical persons that are approved and
certified to work on Coopers Fire Ltd. systems.
Ensure the Control Panel is fully isolated before proceeding.
100 x 100mm  Installthe supplied 100 x

adaptable box 100mm adaptable box within 1
metre of the motor location.
 Run the motor cable into the

100 x 100mm adaptable box
through the supplied 20mm
cable gland.
 Note: It is important that 3

core plus earth (3C+E) motor
cable is used to extend the
motor cable. 2 core plus
earth (2C+E) cannot be used.
Motor cable
 Terminate the 3 motor cables into a 3-way

piece of 15 Amp terminal block.
 Join motor cables 1 to 1, 2 to 2 and 3 to 3.
Refer to the motor extension cable sizes in the table below as a guide.  Note: This table is a guide only
and does not consider site specific requirements or correction factors.

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5.3 Setting Motor Direction
 It is important that the motor directions are set before the system is powered up. This is to ensure that
the drive shaft is driven in the correct direction to raise or lower the system.
If the motor is descending in an anti-clockwise rotation: -
If the motor is descending in a clockwise rotation: -

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6 Electrical Wiring & Connections
Warning - The following instructions involve working on a live electrical 230Vac system.
The following shall only be carried out by suitably qualified electrical persons that are
approved and certified to work on Coopers Fire Ltd. systems.
Ensure the Control Panel is fully isolated before proceeding.
This manual is for general guidance. Attention must be paid to any site-specific requirements as
detailed in the Fitters Pack.
Any external circuits, including the connection to the Fire Alarm system, must be separated from
hazardous mains circuits by reinforced insulation.
6.1 Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Isolation from the mains supply is provided by both the plug and IEC inlet.
The mains outlet socket must be earthed.
A detachable power cord of inadequate rating must not be used.

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6.2 ARM1 Alarm Connection
NORMALLY OPEN HELD
A CLOSED, VOLT FREE

CONTACT - OPEN ON
ACTIVATION OR FAILSAFE.
WHITE 8K2
BROWN (1)
CN1
ARM1
WHITE BLUE (2)
CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

(FITTED WITH 3 PIN CONNECTOR)
The ARM1 (Alarm Resistor Module) PCB needs to be fitted in series with the Alarm cable at the Fire Alarm
Interface end for the MK5 to detect and monitor the Alarm status. Note: All MK5 Version 3’s require this
module to be installed or the display will read ‘Alarm Shorted’.
6.3 Single Smoke / Heat Detector

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6.4 Dual Detector
6.5 Standard / Residential Emergency Egress Button

LINK CABLE
(3 CORE AS SUPPLIED)
BROWN (1)
ERB ERB
82kΩ
82kΩ
ERBRM2
ERBRM2
R1
R1
BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

MUST BE ISOLATED YELLOW / GREEN (2)
YELLOW / GREEN (2)
BROWN (1)
BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

BLUE (3)
MUST BE ISOLATED

The ERBRM2 (Emergency Retract Button Resistor Module) PCB needs to be fitted with any Emergency
Egress Button or Emergency Access Button / Fireman’s Emergency Access (as shown on the drawings).
This is needed to monitor the connection for short circuits. Note: Every MK5 control panel will require
this module alongside every Access or Egress Button.

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6.6 Deluxe Emergency Egress Button
Dip switches to be set as below: Dip switches to be set as below:

1 + 2 = Off 1 + 2 = Off
3 + 4 = On 3 + 4 = On
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLACK
BLACK
WHITE
WHITE
GREY
GREY
RED
RED
NC C NO - + E NC C NO - + E
ON ON
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
LINK CABLE
(3 CORE AS SUPPLIED)
BROWN (1)
YELLOW / GREEN (2)

82kΩ
ERBRM2
BLUE (3)
R1
82kΩ
ERBRM2
YELLOW / GREEN (2)
R1
BROWN (1)
BLUE (3)

6.7 Emergency Access Button / Fireman’s Emergency

Firemans
Access Access
Switch
82kΩ
ERBRM2
R1
YELLOW / GREEN (2)
BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

MUST BE ISOLATED
BROWN (1)
BLUE (3)


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6.8 Residential Beam Detector
6.9 Light Curtain
Do not cut down the light curtain cables, any excess

must be securely stored within the head box.

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6.10 Voice Warning
COM
NEG
NEG
POS
POS
M1
M2
M3
M4
YELLOW / GREEN (2)
BROWN (1)
BLUE (3)

6.11 Light Warning

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6.12 BMS (Building Management System) Interface
BMS 1 BMS 2 CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

RL1 CURTAIN FAULT BATTERY LOW
RL2 CURTAIN UP BATTERY DISCONNECTED
RL3 CURTAIN DOWN BATTERY FAULT
RED YELLOW
RL1 RL2 RL3
BLACK WHITE
CN1 CN2
COM NO NC COM NO NC COM NO NC
All Relays are NC when unpowered.

RL1 RL2 RL3
RL2 + 3 open on activation. Coil Coil Coil
Please note on BMS 1: RL1 is Normally Closed Held

open, Closed on fault or loss of power.
7 Commissioning
7.1 Initial Setup
Commissioning should not be attempted until the installation of the headbox, roller, bottom
bar and side guides (if required) have been fitted and all required accessories have been
connected.
If at any time you are not happy with the settings or you want to start again, power the unit down
fully by removing the Battery Fuse and mains power lead, ensuring the curtain is in the deployed
position beforehand.
1) Ensure that all accessory devices are connected to the unit before commencing commissioning.
 Do not fit the battery fuse until instructed by the display.

2) Once the curtain is fully deployed the MK5 can be turned on. Connect the mains lead.
The MK5 will commence its start-up procedure. This will take approximately 5 seconds.
The MK5 will display ‘Testing LEDs’ for a few seconds and all three LEDs will be lit.
The display changes to ‘Please insert battery fuse’. The unit will be beeping.
Fit the Battery fuse.
3) Assuming that the accessory fuse is ok the MK5 will display ‘Fuses OK’ for a few seconds. If the
accessory fuse is not in place or has blown, the MK5 will indicate this.
The display changes to one of the following:

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ALARM - YES
DETECTOR - NO
ALARM - YES
DETECTOR - YES
ALARM - NO
DETECTOR - YES
Or
‘No alarms found.’
If the message is ‘No alarms found.’ is displayed, it can be cleared by adding a suitable initiation
device, such as a fire alarm signal and/or local heat or smoke detector.
4) The MK5 display will now prompt you to set the correct motor type, by default this will be set to the
10Nm (White) motor type. This can be changed to the 30Nm (Red) motor type if needed.
The MK5 display now changes to:
‘IN MANUAL MODE.

AUTO press OK.’
 DO NOT PRESS THE ‘OK’ BUTTON UNTIL INSTRUCTED BELOW AS THIS WILL EXIT THE
‘MANUAL MODE’.
While this mode is active the curtain can be raised and lowered using the up and down
pushbuttons. When you have finished operating the curtain in manual mode please return the
curtain to the fully descended position.
Press the OK button and the unit will enter AUTO mode and the display will change to read ‘IN
AUTO MODE.’ and display the date and time.
If all the Alarm / Detector(s) are OK, the curtain will retract.
 It is important that the settings are done in sequence as some settings are affected by
others.
5) Accessing the Menu
To enter the menu, press and hold the OK button until the display changes to ‘Enter Code’.
The code for this unit is: 8421
To enter the code, use the ↑ and ↓ to set each digit before using the ← and → buttons to change
digit. Once the correct number is displayed, press the OK button to enter the menu.
7.2 Critical Settings

6) Setting the Clock
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Set Clock.’ by pressing the OK button.
First set the year. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct year and press the OK button.

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Now set the month. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct month and press the OK button.
Now set the date. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct date and press the OK button.
Now set the day. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct day and press the OK button.
Now set the hours. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct hour and press the OK button.
Now set the minutes. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct minutes and press the OK
button.
The display will now show ‘Start Clock. OK.’. Press the OK button to start the clock.
7) Enable Auto Test
Under BS 8524, when installed in a Dwelling (Domestic) property, the unit must be capable of
performing an automated test cycle once a month and record the test.
By default, the MK5 is set to have the Auto Test enabled.
To disable the Auto Test when used in a commercial / industrial environment use the ↑ and ↓
buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Enable Auto Test’ by pressing the OK button.
The display will now show the current setting on the top line.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the required mode and press the OK button to set.
 Do not disable the Auto Test function in a Dwelling (Domestic) property without written
instruction from the Project Manager.
8) Setting the Auto Test Day and Time
The default setting is Monday at 12:00. To change the day or time of the Auto Test use the ↑ and ↓
buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Set Auto Test.’ by pressing the OK button.
First set the day. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct year and press the OK button.
Now set the hours. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct hour and press the OK button.
Now set the minutes. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the correct minutes and press the OK
button.
The display will now show ‘OK. To set.’. Press the OK button to confirm the settings.
9) Setting the Motor Type
This setting will have been completed during the start-up but can be changed at any point.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Set motor type.’ by pressing the OK
button.

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Select the motor required with the ↑ and ↓ buttons and press the OK button to select.
 INCORRECT SETTING OF MOTOR, WIDTH OR BARREL CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE

UNIT.
10) Setting the Curtain Descent Speed
Deploy the curtain by using the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Test Curtain’ by
pressing the OK button.
Press the ↑ button to deploy the curtain. Time the descent and assess it visually to ensure it is a
smooth operation.
Press the OK button to complete the test and raise the curtain.
Divide the curtain height (in m) by the descent time recorded above. This will give you your m/s
speed of the curtain.
In order to be compliant with BS 8524, the curtain must descend at a rate of between 0.06m/s and
0.15m/s.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Descent Speed’ by pressing the OK
button.
The message ‘Please refer to manual’ will be displayed.
To clear the message ‘Please refer to manual’ and proceed with the adjustment, press the ←
button.
The descent speed can be adjusted from 0 to 15 with 0 being the fastest and 15 being the slowest.
The descent speed default is 7. Using the ↑ and ↓ buttons, select the new value required. Once the
new value has been selected, press the OK button.
Repeat until the speed is satisfactory.
 Once a satisfactory speed has been set, record both the ascent and descent times as
these will be required later.
11) Ascent Time
For the Auto Test function to know if the curtain has operated within the acceptable limits, the unit
must be told the expected ascent and descent times.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Ascent Time’ by pressing the OK button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to set the correct time to the nearest second as recorded above and press
the OK button to confirm the setting.
12) Descent Time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Descent Time’ by pressing the OK button.

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Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to set the correct time to the nearest second as recorded above and press
the OK button to confirm the setting.
 If SDD is required, add the required ‘pause’ time to this figure.
7.3 Optional Settings

13) Set Reset Mode
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Set reset mode’ by pressing the OK
button.
Press the ↑ button to enable Manual Reset and the ↓ button to enable Auto Reset. Press the OK
button to exit.
 The selection of Manual or Auto reset applies to the ‘Alarm’ only. Smoke / Heat detectors
will always be Manual reset.
14) Set Emergency Retract Hold Time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘EmRet top time:’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to adjust the ‘pause’ time. Press the OK button to exit.
 By default, this time is set to 5 seconds but should be increased accordingly to account
for the occupancy of the building as advised within the fire strategy. If no details have
been provided, contact the Project Manager.
15) Double Knock
 Double Knock is not available with HDD.

Double knock requires 2 active alarm signals to deploy the curtain. By default, the unit will be set to
‘Any Alarm’.
Below are the available options:
Any Alarm Curtain will deploy immediately on activation of either the Alarm, Detector 1
or Detector 2.
Alarm and Det1 Curtain will not deploy until activation of both Alarm AND Detector 1.
(Detector 2 not used).
Alarm and Det2 Curtain will not deploy until activation of both Alarm AND Detector 2.
(Detector 1 not used).
Det1 and Det2 Curtain will not deploy until activation of both Detector 1 AND Detector 2.
(Alarm not used).
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Double Knock:’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the required operation. Press the OK button to confirm and exit.

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16) Split Drop Delay (SDD)
If the Alarm is reset while the curtain is at the Split Drop position, the curtain will retract without the
need to deploy fully first. This may require a manual reset depending on the setting entered in Step
15.
SDD is comprised of 3 settings:
Split Drop Delay On or Off Activate or deactivate Split Drop Delay.

SDD Drop Time Time in secs Deployment time from fully retracted position.
SDD Pause Time Time in secs Hold time before continuing deployment.
To activate Split Drop Delay
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Split Drop Delay’ by pressing the OK
button.
Press the ↑ button to switch SDD on and the ↓ button to turn SDD off. Press the OK button to exit.
Set SDD Drop Time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘SDD Drop 1/10s’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to adjust the drop time. The drop time is adjustable by 1/10 of a second to
give fine adjustment. Press the OK button to exit.
Set SDD Pause Time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘SDD pause time’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to adjust the ‘pause’ time. Press the OK button to exit.
 The required setting for the height and ‘pause’ time of SDD will generally be advised
within the fire strategy and will take into account variables such as the number of
occupants and pre-movement times. If no details have been provided, contact the Project
Manager.
17) Half Drop Delay (HDD)
 HDD is not available with Double Knock.

HDD allows the curtain to deploy to a set height but unlike SDD, the curtain will remain in this
position until a second activation signal is received.
 HDD is only available as Alarm as first activation signal, either Detector as the second
activation signal.
If the Alarm is reset while the curtain is at the Half Drop position, the curtain will retract without the
need to deploy fully first. This may require a manual reset depending on the setting entered in Step
15.
The SDD ‘On/Off’ setting does not affect the HDD function.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Half Drop?’ by pressing the OK button.

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Press the ↑ button to switch HDD on and the ↓ button to turn HDD off, then press the OK button to
exit.
The HDD function shares the SDD Drop Time to control how far the curtain deploys initially.
Set SDD drop time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘SDD Drop 1/10s’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to adjust the drop time. The drop time is adjustable by 1/10 of a second to
give fine adjustment. Press the OK button to exit.
18) Mains Fail Time
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Mains fail time:’ by pressing the OK
button.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to adjust the time. Press the OK button to exit.
The default setting is 30 minutes with a maximum setting of 240 minutes (4 hours).
 This should only be changed on instruction from the Project Manager.

19) Exit Menu
Once all settings have been input use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘EXIT
MENU’ by pressing the OK button.
The display will now show ‘In Auto Mode’ and display the clock.
7.4 Testing and Final Commissioning

1) Fire Alarm Test
Test the curtain operation by having the client test the Fire Alarm. Check that any SDD or HDD
actions occur correctly.
If it is not possible to test the Fire Alarm, disconnect the ‘Alarm’ cable from the unit.
Care must be taken when reconnecting the leads.

Incorrect connection could damage the unit.
2) Smoke / Heat Detector Test (If fitted)
 A maximum of 2 detectors can be connected per circuit (4 total).

Use the appropriate canned smoke / heat detector testing equipment to trigger each detector.
Check that any SDD or HDD actions occur correctly.
When triggered, the detectors enter a re-checking cycle to ensure the cause of the activation has
cleared. This can take up to 5 minutes. Once clear, the unit will wait for a manual reset.

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Once the curtain is reset, disconnect each detector cable or remove each detector head in turn and
check that the display acknowledges that the detector has been lost.

3) Emergency Retract Button Test (If fitted)
Disconnect the ‘EmRet’ cable and check that the display acknowledges that the Emergency Retract
button has been lost.

Deploy the curtain by disconnecting the ‘Alarm’ cable. Test the Emergency Retract button. When
pressed, the curtain will rise to the top position, pause for the set time and then redeploy fully.
4) Beacon Test (If fitted)
The Beacon operates whenever the curtain is in motion and when fully deployed.
5) Voice Warning Test (If fitted)
The Voice Warning Unit will issue the “Caution, Fire Curtain descending” message during descent
and will stop when the curtain reaches its DOWN position.
6) Obstruction Warning Test (If fitted)
With the MK5 in ‘AUTO MODE’ place an object in the path of the curtain. After a delay of 5 minutes
the Voice Warning Unit will issue the “Warning, please remove obstruction” message until the
obstruction is removed.
7) Bumper Test (If fitted)
During descent, obstruct the curtain to depress the Bumper strip. The Voice Warning Unit will issue
the “Warning, please remove obstruction” message immediately. The curtain will also stop, then
retract a few inches and pause for 10 seconds. The curtain will then descend again and the Voice
Warning Unit will issue the “Caution, Fire Curtain descending” message.
The Bumper will operate a maximum of three times before ignoring any further impacts and will then
deploy as far as possible.
8) Battery Test
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Test battery’ by pressing the OK button.
Press the ↑ button to start the test. The display will now show ‘Please wait. Testing…’. Once
complete, the display will either display ‘Battery passed’ or ‘Battery failed’.
Press the OK button to exit.
If the batteries fail, allow the unit to charge for at least 30 minutes before testing again. If after this
period they still fail, replace the batteries.
9) Battery Backup
With the curtain in the retracted position, disconnect the mains power lead.

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The display will show ‘Mains Failure’ along with a countdown until the curtain will deploy.
Ensure that the brake is holding correctly.
If the unit is fitter with Emergency Retract buttons, deploy the curtain by disconnecting the ‘Alarm’
cable. Test the Emergency Retract button. When pressed, the curtain will rise to the top position,
pause for the set time and then redeploy fully.
Reconnect the ‘Alarm’ cable and mains power lead and reset the curtain.

10) Total Power Failure
With the curtain in the retracted position, disconnect the mains power lead.
The display will show ‘Mains Failure’ along with a countdown until the curtain will deploy.
Remove the battery fuse.
Ensure the curtain deploys fully.
Reconnect the mains power lead and re-fit the battery fuse.

When the unit completes the alarm and fuses checks and enters ‘Manual Mode’ press the OK
button to reset the curtain.
11) Service Reset
The final step of the commissioning procedure is to perform a Service Reset. Exactly 12 months
after this reset, the display will inform the owner / occupier that the unit is due its annual service.
Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to navigate the menu and select ‘Service Reset’ by pressing the OK
button.
Press the OK button to reset the unit and exit.
The system is now ready to use.
Operate the curtain a minimum of 5 times. Allow a period of at least 5 minutes between each operation.
• Check roller head boxing and fixings; ensure roller is properly secured in position etc.
• Check operation of curtains under back up power and gravity fail-safe modes.
• Check and adjust ascent and descent speeds as required.
• Check correct Alarm Signal operation.

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8 Technical Information
8.1 General Specification
Environment – Operable Temperature and 0°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% RH

Humidity
IP Rating IP40
Safety Conforms to the requirements of the following
directives and standards:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC

EN 61010-1
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

BS EN 60204-1
(when installed as part of a complete system).
Electromagnetic Compatibility Conforms to the requirements of the following
directives and standards:
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-6-3
EN 50130-4
Fit for Purpose Conforms to the requirements of the following
standards:
BS EN 12101-9
BS EN 12101-10
BS 8524-2
Voltage 230Vac 50Hz
Power Nominal – 7W
Peak – 50W
Dimensions 350mm(w) x 150mm(h) x 115mm(d)
Weight 4.5Kg

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8.2 Testing / Service Requirement
Coopers are required by their ISO 9001 2008 Quality Procedures to advise end users in order to ensure
continued reliability, automatic fire barriers should be tested regularly and a log of testing maintained.
In addition, they should be serviced and tested annually by personnel registered under the IFC SDI05
Scheme for Installers of Smoke & Fire Barrier Assemblies and in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
General
It is essential for the safety of the occupants of a building that fire safety equipment is checked frequently. A
formal agreement should be made with the installer, his agent, or an accredited servicing organisation, to
provide regular inspection and testing at intervals relative to the service life of the product. Continuous
testing of the Fire Curtain is required to ensure the integrity of all components in the event of a Fire.
Weekly
Fire Control System for Means of Escape
‘Simulate actuation of the fire control system and ensure that any fans and powered exhaust ventilators
operate correctly, fire dampers close (or open in some systems), natural exhaust ventilators open
automatic fire barriers move into positions, etc.’
Monthly
To ascertain an informed judgment on the overall condition of the Life Safety System and give the operator
set interval to log any faults with deployment of the fire Barrier to the curtain manufacturer.
Six Monthly
To determine the physical condition of the unit and perform basic electrical tests to ensure the product is
performing to the specification to which it has been designed. This is also an opportunity to log any defects
with the Fire Curtain and request further corrective maintenance to be carried out.
Annually
Arrange for the annual inspections and tests of the smoke control system(s) to be carried out by competent
persons, for any defects to be logged and the necessary action taken and ensure that certificates of
satisfactory testing are received. Scheduled maintenance is to be performed to extend the life of the safety
product any findings outside of the scope of the inspection should also be logged.
You Have the Responsibility to Test and Maintain Your

Life Safety Equipment
Installation or use that is not in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions may lead to
impairment of the safety of the equipment.
WEEKLY TESTING BY CLIENT:
• Ensure Maintenance Staff have received training from Curtain Manufacturer/Supplier.

• Check that all units have remained and are still free of all obstructions within their descent path.
• Check that there have been no additions to walls or surfaces in the vicinity or in the descent path, which
could interfere with the curtain deployment.
• Operate the unit from the Fire Alarm or Smoke / Heat Detectors.
• Ensure the curtain deploys to the Fire Operational Position, i.e. Down.
• Reset the curtain.
• Enter test time, date and inspectors name on record sheet.

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MONTHLY TESTING BY CLIENT:
• Repeat weekly testing.

• Visually inspect fire barriers for damage.
• Report any operation failures to the Fire Barrier Manufacturer / Supplier.
SIX MONTHLY TESTING BY MANUFACTURER OR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY:
• Repeat monthly testing.

• Check Power Supply Unit/s (PSU).
CAUTION 230Vac input voltage. Qualified personnel to BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations
only.
• Check all LED’s on Power Supply Unit.

• Charger Output.
• Voltage.
• Battery State.
• Inspect all fire curtains when in the down position for integrity of covers, abrasion, tears, stitching,
snagging etc.
• Ensure that all curtains are neat and tidy with no creases, puckering etc, re-align bottom bar where
necessary.
• Check condition of all bottom bars, Capping strips and their interface with the ceiling.
• Check mechanical action in side guides etc. (Where applicable).
• Visual inspection of all visible wiring, connections, equipment for evidence of damage, wear, interference
etc.
• Rectify where necessary.
• If substantial work is required, beyond the scope of the inspection, survey the exact requirements, identify
cause, and take full details for report to Client.
• Leave “Call Report” at site to advise client of situation.
ANNUAL P.P.M. TESTING BY MANUFACTURER OR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY:
• Repeat six monthly testing.

• Check roller head boxing and fixings; ensure roller is properly secured in position etc.
• Check operation of curtains under back up power and gravity fail-safe modes.
• Check and adjust ascent and descent speeds as required.
only.
• Charger Outputs.
• 24Vdc Outputs.
• Replace all fuses with new. Destroy old fuses.
• Check battery condition, replace failed units.
• Re-calibrate all operating speeds.
• If substantial work is required, beyond the scope of the quarterly inspection, survey the exact
requirements, identify cause, and take full details for report to Client.
• Leave “Call Report” at site to advise client of situation.
24 MONTH TESTING BY MANUFACTURER OR CERTIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY:
• Repeat annual testing.

• Replace all Batteries.
only.

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• If substantial work is required, beyond the scope of the inspection, survey the exact requirements, identify
cause, and take full details for report to client.
• Leave “Call Report” at site to advise of situation.
8.3 Replacement Parts
8.3.1 Fuse Replacement
only.
All replacement fuses must be of the same size, current, rating and type as the original.
Internal Fuses:
F1(PCB) – F100mA L 250V

F2(PCB) - F100mA L 250V
F3(PCB) - 4A ATO Blade Automotive Fuse
Brake Fuse (inline) - T315mA L 250V
External Fuses:
Mains Fuse (IEC Inlet) - T1A E 250V

Control Fuse - T200mA L 250V
Battery Fuse - T5A L 250V
Accessory Fuse - T1A L 250V
The use of a fuse with a different rating may result in fire, electric shock, or irreparable damage.
8.3.2 Battery Replacement

The batteries must only be replaced with suitable batteries of the same type, voltage and capacity.
Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries.

12V.
1.2Ah.
Must be approved for ‘Standby’ applications.
Caution! Incorrect battery connection will damage the PSU.

Connection of unsuitable batteries may result in fire,
electric shock, or irreparable damage.
9 Cleaning
Clean the controller outer surface with a dry cloth only; avoid the use of water or solvents.

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10 Removal/ Demolition Statement
 Competent personnel only should undertake removal.
If in doubt consult Coopers Fire Ltd. directly on + 44 (0)23 9245 4405.
only.
 Ensure isolation of power supply 230Vac to the Power Supply Unit (PSU).
 Ensure isolation of fire alarm interface to Power Supply Unit (PSU).
 Ensure permit to work (if required) is valid.
 Ensure working area is cordoned off.
 Ensure any positioned working platforms are safe.
 Ensure correct Personnel Protection Equipment (PPE) is worn at all times.
 Ensure Method Statement has been prepared and approved.
Disposing of Coopers products in the EU
Under a law adopted by member nations of the European Union (EU), used electric and electronic products
carrying the symbol below must be disposed of separately from general household waste.
This includes the power cords and other accessories bundled with the products.
When disposing of a product subject to these regulations, please follow the
guidance of your local authority, contact Coopers Fire Ltd or contact your local
distributor.
The symbol applies only to EU member nations.
Disposal outside the EU
When disposing of an electric or electronic product in a country that is not an EU member, please contact
your local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal.
11 Environment Statement
Please consider environment and prevention of pollution.
Waste arising during Maintenance Works, such as Batteries, Electrical Components and or Metal parts
should be disposed under Hazardous and Recycle Waste Disposal arrangements.
Please note that Curtain Fabric is not hazardous and cannot be recycled.

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Contractor: Coopers Fire Ltd.

Tel: +44 (0)23 9245 4405

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4 Important Symbols (Key)

Warning - Live Electrical Works

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Please note: it is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the

Fixing Type Sleeve Anchor AnkaScrew Coach Screw

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The Connection Cover comes with 4 Qty

There are a total of 15 Qty knock out points

Once the enclosure has been mounted and

5.1.2 BMS Interface Mounting (Optional)

The Interface unit will need to be installed

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Warning - The following instructions involve working on a live electrical

Ensure the Control Panel is fully isolated before proceeding.

100 x 100mm  Installthe supplied 100 x

 Run the motor cable into the

 Note: It is important that 3

 Terminate the 3 motor cables into a 3-way

 Join motor cables 1 to 1, 2 to 2 and 3 to 3.

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If the motor is descending in an anti-clockwise rotation: -

If the motor is descending in a clockwise rotation: -

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Ensure the Control Panel is fully isolated before proceeding.

6.1 Power Supply Unit (PSU)

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A CLOSED, VOLT FREE

CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

6.3 Single Smoke / Heat Detector

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6.5 Standard / Residential Emergency Egress Button

BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

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Dip switches to be set as below: Dip switches to be set as below:

YELLOW / GREEN (2)

CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

6.7 Emergency Access Button / Fireman’s Emergency

BLUE NOT CONNECTED,

CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

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6.9 Light Curtain

Do not cut down the light curtain cables, any excess

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CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

6.11 Light Warning

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BMS 1 BMS 2 CABLE TO CONTROL UNIT

RL2 CURTAIN UP BATTERY DISCONNECTED

RL3 CURTAIN DOWN BATTERY FAULT

COM NO NC COM NO NC COM NO NC

All Relays are NC when unpowered.

RL2 + 3 open on activation. Coil Coil Coil

Please note on BMS 1: RL1 is Normally Closed Held

 Do not fit the battery fuse until instructed by the display.