Operating Instructions

Installation Instructions
Maintenance Instructions
Repair Instructions
Operating Instructions

for

SST-L-Premium
High-speed spiral door

260
Round spiral

Oval spiral

Version 09
Translation of the original Operating Instructions

EFAFLEX Tor- und Sicherheitssysteme GmbH & Co. KG - Fliederstrasse 14 – 84079 Bruckberg/Deutschland
later to be called „EFAFLEX“
Table of contents

1 BASIC NOTES 1-4

1.1 Designated use 1-4
1.2 Layout of safety instructions 1-5
1.3 Duties of the operator 1-6
1.4 Safety measures for installation, start-up and maintenance 1-7
1.5 Warranty and liability 1-7
1.6 Danger due to insufficient observance of the application 1-7
1.7 Demands on the operating personnel 1-8
1.8 Directives and standards 1-8
1.9 Labelling 1-8

2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION, TECHNICAL DATA 2-1

Application 2-2
Performance parameters according to DIN EN 13241-1 2-2
Fire behaviour 2-2

3 INSTALLATION OF THE DOOR SYSTEM 3-1

3.1 General facts 3-1
3.1.1 Qualified personnel 3-1
3.1.2 Tightening torques for screws 3-1
3.2 The Frame 3-2
3.2.1 Installing the Frame Members 3-2
3.2.2 Horizontal sealing strip 3-4
3.2.3 Installing the Frame Members 3-6
3.2.4 Tensile force per frame 3-8
3.3 Hood 3-8
3.3.1 Suitable Aids for Installation 3-8
3.3.2 Positioning and Preparation 3-9
3.3.3 Installation of the hood 3-9
3.3.4 Motor drive belt 3-11
3.3.5 Loosening of the transportation frame 3-11
3.4 Control cabinet installation and cable laying 3-11
3.4.1 Cable laying in the frame 3-11
3.4.2 Installation of the Control Cabinet 3-13
3.5 Weight balancing spring pack 3-16
3.5.1 Correct handling of the springs 3-16
3.5.2 Purpose 3-16
3.5.3 Installation of the spring packs 3-16
3.6 Further Installation Procedures 3-18
3.6.1 Serrated belt 3-18
3.6.2 Emergency release 3-20
3.6.3 Separate emergency release 3-20
3.6.4 Locking mechanism 3-20
3.6.5 Separate locking mechanism 3-21

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3.7 Installing the Security and Control Devices 3-21
3.7.1 Light barrier 3-21
3.7.2 Light barrier special accessories 3-22
3.7.3 Contact strip 3-22
3.7.4 Cable laying 3-24
3.7.5 Setting limit switches 3-24
3.7.6 Adjustment run 3-25
3.8 Adjustment of the horizontal sealing strip 3-26
3.9 Testing the safety devices 3-26
3.9.1 Contact strip 3-26
3.9.2 Light barrier 3-27
3.9.3 TLG 3-27
3.9.4 Emergency release 3-27
3.9.5 Locking 3-27
3.10 Installation of the covers 3-27

4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4-1

4.1 Maintenance and visual inspection intervals 4-1
4.2 Implementation of the maintenance works 4-1

5 REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 5-2

5.1 Safety instructions 5-2
5.2 Wear and tear parts 5-2
5.2.1 Motor drive belt 5-2
5.2.2 Serrated belt 5-2
5.2.3 Spring pack 5-3
5.2.4 Blue Belt 5-3
5.2.5 Rollers 5-3
5.3 Parts damaged by impact 5-3
5.3.1 Slats 5-3
5.3.2 End slat 5-4
5.3.3 Contact strip 5-4

6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6-1

6.1 Emergency release 6-1
6.2 Locking mechanism (optional) 6-2
6.3 Cross reference 6-2

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1. Basic notes
These operating instructions according to
Machine Directive 98/37/EC and EN292:
Safety of Machines provides you with all
information you will need for a safe and
trouble-free operation of the door system.
The operating instructions have to be read
thoroughly before the start-up and all items
have to be observed. Non-compliance and
non-observance of the data stated herein
could lead to safety relevant faults and
dangers. Your EFAFLEX door system was
.
1.1. Designated use
According to its purpose, the door is
designed for being installed in entrance
areas of persons and mainly for being used
as safe entrance for goods and vehicles
accompanied by persons, predominantly in
industrial, commercial and residential areas.
The designated use of door systems is
specified in EN13241-1: Doors – Product
Standard – Part 1: Products without fire and
smoke protection properties:
“… doors … that are designed to be installed
in areas accessible to persons and of which
the main designated use is to allow for safe
access of goods and vehicles accompanied
or steered by persons in industrial,
commercial and residential areas.” Any other
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designed, developed and manufactured
according to the state-of-the-art technology
and up-to-date with the status of the national
and harmonised European legislation. These
operating instructions contain important
information for operating and keeping the
door in a usable (serviceable) and safe state.
Always keep the operating instructions within
reach near your door. Read these entire
instructions carefully and observe the
content and safety advice contained herein.
use of the door is expressly forbidden! We
explicitly refer to the technical data!
We refer to BGI861 – safe handling of doors
and to the compliance of the provisions
specified therein! “A door [Tor] is the device
designed to open or to close for the passage
of vehicles or the transport of loads with or
without persons. Installations that are
designed for the passage of persons are
called doors [Türen].” In this context we
explicitly point out that operating a high-
speed, automatic industrial-type door as a
pass-through for persons bears a
considerably higher risk potential compared
to doorways if it is poorly planned,
implemented and maintained.
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1.2. Layout of safety instructions
All safety instructions in this manual are presented uniformly.

Pictogram (defines the type of danger)

Signal word! (indicates the severity of the danger)

Notice (describes the danger and gives advice on how to avoid it)

Pictogram Signal word Consequences of failure to

observe the safety
instructions
Danger! Immediate danger to persons Death or grave injuries

Caution! Potentially very dangerous Death or grave injuries

situation for persons

Warning! Potentially dangerous situation Minor injuries

Warning! for persons
Note Useful advice or tip Material damage

Following these notes makes

the subsequent installation
steps easier

Examples of some of the pictograms and drawings used in these instructions:

• Warns of elevated loads; never put yourself under elevated

loads.

• Warns of a belt drive; never put hands between rotating parts.

• Warns against danger of finger or hand injury

• Pictogram instructing to secure machine standstill by blocking

the main switch.

• Pictogram pointing out advice that makes the subsequent

installation steps easier.

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1.3. Duties of the operator
We point out that EFAFLEX door systems do
not have any design checks regarding
escape door properties and fire properties.
The operating instructions of the
manufacturer have to be observed regarding
• keeping the moving area of the wing
free;
• avoiding damages and excess
contamination;
• having damages and deficiencies
reported;
• sufficient illumination;
• remedying deficiencies and
damages;
• labelling transparent surfaces in the
traffic area;
• commissioning a technical expert
regarding the annual inspection of
power-operated doors;
• keeping record about the annual
inspection;
• documenting retrofitting works and
essential maintenance works;
• The door must only be operated by
authorised persons and persons
familiar with the operation of the
door;
Ensure that the system is only operated
when it is in an immaculate condition and
that the safety devices are inspected by a
technical expert regarding the functionality
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the operation. The operator has to provide
the designated use, e.g. by an operating
instruction or schooling, and has to take
measures to maintain the operating and
safety functions, e.g. by
• Basically, no persons, animals or
objects must be in the closing area of
the door during the movement of the
door leaf;
• In case of failures, always call in a
qualified person (technical expert);
• Do not conduct any arbitrary
structural modifications on the door;
• The door must only be used if it is in
an immaculate condition regarding
the safety;
• If the door is used in conjunction with
a control that has no latching, it must
only be operated when it can be
seen. During the movement of the
wing, no persons must be in the
closing area of the door.
• In case of a breakdown of the door
drive or in case of a power failure and
if the door is the only exit, it also has
to be possible to operate the door
manually.
on a regular basis (before start-up and as
required, but at least once a year). A record
has to be kept about the required
inspections.
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1.4. Safety measures for installation, start-up and
maintenance
• Ensure that the system is shut off as
well as measures are being taken to
prevent an unintentional restart
during all electric works on the door.
• Works on the electric equipment
must only be performed by a qualified
electrician!
• Never suspend or bypass safety
devices.
• The door must not be operated if any
safety devices are damaged.
• Wear protective gloves and hard-toed
boots when working on the door, and
goggles when performing metal
cutting work!
• All work on the door requires sturdy
footing!
• The working area must be cordoned
off before starting installation, repair
1.5. Warranty and liability
The guarantee claims require appropriate
operation and handling of the door. No
warranty is given for inappropriately
conducted repairs, arbitrary structural
modifications and arbitrary modification of
1.6. Danger due to insufficient observance of the
application
EFAFLEX doors come in many different
configurations, designs and features. They
can also be employed in many different local
conditions, e.g. traffic density and type of
vehicles. As such, it is the duty of the
manufacturer/supplier and of the
customer/operator to clarify these specific
operating conditions, to design the door
system accordingly and to determine the
safety devices, constructive details and all
relevant details. We point out that we can
only attend to our consultation duty in so far
as we are informed about the operating
conditions at the time when the door system
is ordered. We refuse the operation of a door
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or maintenance work, so that no
unintended people or vehicles can
enter the working area! (for
impediments and danger spots of a
temporary nature, the labelling is
regulated in the employers’ liability
insurance association regulation BGV
A 8 § 12 »impediments and danger
spots«).
• The system must be maintained by a
qualified company or a qualified
person only!
the drive on the door. The same holds true
for damages resulting from operating errors
respectively from the non-observance of the
operating instructions or poor maintenance
and care.
system without having determined the
operating conditions and the corresponding
measures. We also point out changed
operating conditions demand new measures.
We point out that, on the basis of changed
conditions, a clarifying conversation has to
be conducted with technical experts
immediately or at the latest in the course of
the annual inspections and that measures
have to be taken by the operator on the
basis of their advice. We explicitly point out
that risk potentials can also result from and
applicable standards and rules can be
breached by structural modifications, e.g.
non-observance of minimum spacing, etc.
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1.7. Demands on the operating personnel
The door system must only be operated by
trained, instructed and authorised persons.
These persons must know the operating
instructions and act accordingly. The
particular competences of the operating
personnel have to be defined clearly. As a
basic principle, all control and safety devices
must only be operated by instructed persons.

1.8. Directives and standards

The following guidelines and standards were applied during the design, the production and
the installation of the door.

EN 13241-1 Doors product standard

1.9. Labelling
The door corresponds to the applicable standards and directives.
The conformity has been proven.
The relevant documents are deposited with the manufacturer.
You will find the declaration of conformity in the test book.

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2. Product description, technical data
The EFAFLEX - high-speed spiral door SST is an industrial-type door with fixed door leaf,
characterised by high opening speeds. This is allowed for by a patented winding of the door
leaf in a helical guide rail.

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Application

Application Industrial-type door, hall completion

Area of application Exterior and interior door
Operating temperature - 15°C to + 50°C (no permanent temperature)
Performance characteristics according to DIN EN 13241-1

Resistance against wind load according to DIN EN 12424

Resistance against the ingress of water according to DIN EN 12489

Air permeability according to DIN EN 12427

Airborne sound insulation according to EN ISO 717-1

Heat insulation according to DIN EN 12428

The observation of the lastingness of the performance characteristics is

permanently controlled by the institute for windows, doorways and doors ift
Rosenheim
Fire behaviour

Fire behaviour Building material class B2 normally inflammable

according to DIN 4102

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3. Installation of the door system
3.1. General facts
Before the beginning of the installation of the
door system you had to check the delivery
for completeness and damage in transit
In the event of damage in transit EFAFLEX
customer services must be informed
immediately.
The door system consists of the following
assemblies:
• Hood
• Frame members
• Control cabinet
All electrical connections must be carried out
by a qualified electrician. Throughout the
fitting process, the door area must be
properly closed off to all traffic.

3.1.1.Qualified personnel
Two types of qualified personnel are required for installing the EFAFLEX – door system:
• A locksmith
• An electrician

3.1.2.Tightening torques for screws

These are general information. In case that connections are given in these operating
different tightening torques for screwed instructions, their observance is essential!

Screw Tightening torque MA max in Nm (lb-ft)

dimension Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Class 12.9
M4 3,1 (4,2) 4,4 (6) 5,3 (7,2)
M5 6,2 (8,4) 8,7 (11,8) 10,4 (14)
M6 10,5 (14) 15 (20) 18 (24)
M8 26 (35) 36 (49) 43 (58)
M 10 51 (69) 72 (98) 87 (118)
M 12 89 (120) 125 (170) 150 (203)

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3.2. The frames
3.2.1.Installation of the frames

Danger!

During installation work, the door frames must be secured against

falling.

The frames must only be installed onto a
secure foundation.
Remove the cover from the frame and
remove the springs, parts pack, etc.
Locate the first frame in front of the mounting
opening and use a spirit level to
align it vertically. (Figure 3.2.1.a and 3.2.1.b)
The position of the frames regarding the wall
can be found in figure 3.2.3.c. If necessary,
shims have to be used between frame
members and the wall. All arising gaps
between frames and assembly wall must be
sealed with a pre-compressed joint sealing
ribbon.

frame

Spirit level

guide

Base plate

Figure 3.2.1.a Figure 3.2.1.b

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 Danger!
During installation work, the door frames must be secured against
falling.
Attachment
wall
frame
Screw clamp
Figure 3.2.1.c, fixed frame with screw
clamp
Hold the aligned frame on top and bottom
in place with a screw clamp.
(figure 3.2.1.c)!
The procedure is the same for the second
frame member. Here, the clear door width
has to be observed especially (see test
book). The clear door width is measured
from base plate to base plate (Figure 3.2.1.d
and 3.2.3.e) The measure has to have at
least the door width and at a maximum the
door width + 2mm along the overall height!
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Base plate
Tape
measure
Figure 3.2.1.d, measurement of the door
width
The second frame member must be installed
parallel to the first and therefore also
vertically. Using a spirit level or surveyor’s
level, the frame members must be aligned at
the same height. If one frame is lower than
the other, appropriate shims (plates etc.)
must be placed underneath.
The maximum permissible height difference
is 2 mm!
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 3.2.2.Horizontal sealing strip (foldable)
Danger!
Take great care when working with raised loads! The door area must
be cordoned off.
The horizontal sealing strip (factory
assembled) serves to provide a seal
between the head, door blade and frame.
Any gaps between the horizontal sealing
strip and mounting wall must be sealed by a
pre-compressed joint sealing ribbon (not
included). Before the frame members are
secured firmly, the horizontal sealing strip
must be screwed in place between the frame
members above the clear door height. (from
which follows: door width W (+0 / + 2mm),
Figure 3.2.2.a). You must check the width of
the horizontal sealing strip before
Width W + 2mm
Sealing
strip
height X Two fastening points
per side if X>100mm,
otherwise only once
The bottom edge of
the sheet metal strip
is at H
Figure 3.2.2.a, Horizontal sealing strip, folding
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installation. At height H, there are drill holes
in the door frame to which the sealing strip
must be fastened using M6x12 flanged
fillister head screws. The horizontal sealing
strip is designed such that the flap always
seals on the upper end slat, where it will be
almost horizontal (see Figure 3.2.2.b). All
existing drill holes must be used for fastening
the strip to the wall (head) or foundation (see
respective drawing). The correct screws for
this purpose must be used. If possible, the
sealing strip should also be fastened
between the hinges of the flap.
Screws should be
attached here also, if
possible
Entire horizontal seal
strip (closed)
Seal lip always seals
on the upper end slat
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 The horizontal sealing strip can only be
correctly adjusted after successful electric
Approx. 90° start-up. For this, close the door carefully in
dead man mode. The position of the actuator
on the upper end slat must be set such that
the aluminium strip lies approximately
horizontally and fully on the rubber seal
across the entire width of the door. As a rule,
there will be an angle of <90° between
aluminium strip and wall. This is set using a
threaded rod and two nuts (see Figure
3.2.2.c). If the actuator plate is mounted at
the very bottom, the seal applies the least
pressure on the slat. In order to make it
easier to set, it is helpful to dismantle the
entire operating unit (clip on fork head and
two M6x12 flanged fillister head screws) The
setting can of course be done while fully
assembled, but this is not always

recommended, given the problem of limited

space (and greater time required).
Note
Once the unit is reassembled, it must be
Bolt ensured that the bolt moves easily in the
guides.
Important: The actuator must be set such
that the flap only rests on the rubber lip
when the door is completely closed. If
this is not ensured, then the horizontal
sealing strip and associated components
will be damaged!
Once the horizontal sealing strip has been
screwed onto the wall, it must be ensured
that all moving parts move easily. The flap
must be easily movable by hand (min. 90°
range of motion) and must not stick at any
Upper end slat
with actuator
position over this range.
Guide

The pressure of the

aluminium flap on
the rubber seal can
Operation unit be set using the
threaded rod and
two nuts

Not original, the The set range is

spring would be 20mm
pressed together in
this state
The clip on the fork
head can be
removed so as to
mount the operation
Figure 3.2.2.b, Theoretical illustration of Figure 3.2.2.c unit
closed flap

See Chapter 3.7.6 Adjustment Run

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 3.2.3.Installation of the frame members
Now, drillings have to be made through the least one drilling has to be used from every

designated attachment points of the frames,

the base plates and the horizontal sealing
strips in the wall and the floor (figure 3.2.3.a
and 3.2.3.b).
For each frame member at least 4 of the 8
fixing points must be used for wall fixing. At
group of holes.
Also use the attachment points in the frames
for wall fixing, approx. at half of the door
height.
For the base plates all fixing points have to
be used. (Figure 3.2.3.c)

Group of
holes

Attachment points
for wall fixing

Attachment points
for floor fixing

figure 3.2.3.a figure 3.2.3.b

Caution: There is an additional attachment point at H/2!!!

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figure 3.2.3.c, left frame from oval spiral
Pay attention to the wall structure.
Consequently use the correct bracings by
paying attention to the tensile forces per
frame (see 3.2.4).
When the frames are mounted to concrete or
brick stone works heavy-load ties
M8/40 or hexagonal coach screws 10x100
with 12/105 plugs have to be used to attach
the frames and the base plates. These or
comparable fasteners have to be used.
Fixings to a wall of lightweight construction
must be full depth.
To do so, the backside of the wall has to be
equipped with a suitable counter plate.
The threaded rods ((M10) must not project
beyond the nut into the frame.
With steel beams there is the possibility to
attach the frames via thread cutting
wall
Left frame
Clear door width
figure 3.2.3.e
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Attention! Bracket only with oval
spiral!
The bracket is mounted to the frame ex
factory and is screwed to the wall with
the frame (on both sides).
Attachment points for wall fixing (attach
at least twice per side)
procedures (at least 4 x M10 per frame). The
steel thickness must be minimum 6mm.
For all fasteners the appropriate washers
must be used.
The front edges of the base plates must be
in alignment!! (Figure 3.2.3.e)
The horizontal sealing strip must be fixed to
the wall at all fixing points at the centre of the
section. To do so, use M8x60 or M10x60
hexagonal coach screws with washers and
plugs.
After having tightened the frames and the
horizontal sealing strip, the clear door width
and the correct stand have to be checked
again Insert the pins 5.2x30 included in the
parts pack into the upper drillings in the
guide rails. (Figure 3.3.3.a)
Right
frame
Pay attention to alignment
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 3.2.4.Tensile force per frame

Door type Oval spiral “L“ Oval spiral “S“ Round spiral “L“ Round spiral “S“ Round spiral “ÜS”

Tensile force Fz max. 4kN max. 8kN max. 3kN max. 6kN max. 8kN

wall

hood
hood

frame
frame

wall

3.3. Hood
3.3.1. Suitable aids for installation
In order to install the door properly and
safely it is essential to use a forklift.
The size of the forklift has to be selected
depending on the size of the door!!!
Recommended specification:
• approx. 2,000kg lifting capacity
• min. lifting height = door height + 0.5
meters
• fork space 1.2m
• preferably with side shifting device

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 3.3.2.Positioning and Preperation
Pre-windings of
Remove the packaging film from the hood the blue belts
and put it into the waste. on the drive
shaft
Lift the hood centrally in front of the Door leaf serrated
mounting opening using a forklift truck belt
(see 3.3.1).
The hood is heavier on the motor side!
Lift the door only at the transport frame
and ensure the balance.

Note
The blue belts must be wound onto the
drive shafts as specified in the test
book.
(Figure 3.3.2.a)
Blue belt

figure 3.3.2.a, hood in backside view

3.3.3.Installation of the hood

Danger!

Take great care when working with raised loads! The door area must
be cordoned off.

Raise the hood carefully centrally above the

frame members and position it parallel to the
wall.
Gradually insert the hood between the frame
members and lower it until the drillings in the
frame are aligned with those in the hood on
both sides.

Note

The guide rail pins must be inserted in the

drillings in the spirals.
Use a small lever as an aid.
The transition must have no offset or burr.
Connect pins and
Additional filing may be necessary. drillings

figure 3.3.3.a, pins in the guide

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Tighten all bolts hand-tight (M10x25 with
washers, supplied with parts pack). Adjust
the hood horizontally and then screw it to the
frames to a torque of approx. 66Nm (figure
hood
3.3.3.c). The reinforcement section
connecting the spirals and also serving for
laying the cables has to be attached to the
installation wall in dead centre (figure
3.3.3.b).

Drillings of hood and

frames have to be
aligned

Spirit level
Attach reinforcement frame
section in dead centre

figure 3.3.3.b, alignment

Top view from the hood

Measure hood diagonally in

order to ensure
rectangularity!

Front view from the hood

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 Bracket with „S“ and „ÜS“

ÜS-doors have a direct drive.

The motor is swung out of the way in order
to screw the hood to the frame. For this,
loosen the two screws on the torque bracket.
Fully screw the hood to the frame member.
When attaching the torque bracket, bring the
motor in a vertical position.
Connect the additional mounting bracket to
the wall. Use at least 2 of 4 possible
attachment points.
Use suitable screws and plugs. Pay attention
to rectangularity after having tightened the
screws. Torque support with
Motor (direkt drive) rubber buffer

Figure for ÜS-version only!

3.3.4.Motor drive belt

Caution!

The belt will jump extremely quickly.

Take special care not to injure your fingers.
Never place them between the belt and pulley!

Round spiral
Door and spiral type „L“ (H≤3000) „L“ (>3000-5000) „S“ (H≤3450) „S“ (H>3450-6000)
Indentation depth 14 mm 20 mm 20mm 20mm

Oval spiral
Door and spiral type „L“ (H=1200-5000) „S“ (H=1200-6000)
Indentation depth 20 mm 20 mm

Low-tension Loosen the cable ties securing the serrated

belt side
Pulley drive belts and the blue belts. Suspend the
serrated belts and blue belts in the frame
members. Now check the tensioning of the
belt. Retighten if necessary. Final tensioning
must be carried out with the door closed. For
this the low tension side must be measured.
The testing force is 100 N. The indentation
depth for the various door and spiral types
can be seen in table. If the drive belt still
Pulley motor jumps despite being tightened properly, the
figure 3.3.3.d indentation depth is to be reduced by 2mm.

e Centre-to-centre distance
F Testing force
Ea Indentation depth

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3.3.5.Loosening of the transportation frame

Danger!

Take great care when working with raised loads! The door area must
be cordoned off.

Before the forklift is lowered, loosen all Lower the forklift carefully and remove the
screwed connections between the transportation frame.
transportation frame and the hood.

3.4. Control cabinet installation and cable laying

Caution!

During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF

switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.

3.4.1.Cable laying in the frame

All cables running to the control are routed
into the frame below the side cover through
the designated opening (outer side of the
frame). Afterwards, they are routed Cable outlet
from motor
downwards and attached with cable ties. In
order to accommodate the cable bundle in
the most space-saving way behind the
bracket, the cables must not cross. cable
Level with the control, the cables leave the
frame.

Cable inlet

Cable outlet from

motor (pluggable
design, option)

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 Route cables behind the
Note

bracket (direction of the
wall) and secure with cable
Run the cables carefully and ensure that the ties
cables are not damaged
by contact with moving parts or at edges.
Test the wiring manually with a subsequent
trial run (for adjustment purposes) in
guide
dead man mode or with emergency release.
Cable
protection
bracket
Drilling for
cable tie

3.4.2. Installation of the Control Cabinet

Option EFACON on the frame:
Option mcp-FUS on the frame:
Option reversing contactor on the frame:

Attachment brackets and control are

attached laterally to the frame. The
attachment bracket is designed in a way that
it can be used for both motor arrangements.
Coming from inside the frame, the cables are Cable inlet in the
routed through the attachment bracket from control
behind to the control and then through the
corresponding cable glands into the inside of
the housing. The cable cover then is
snapped on at the lower side of the control
and thus protects the cables against damage
and contamination.

Cable outlet from

the frame

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Option EFACON on the wall:
Option mcp2/FU on the wall:
Option reversing contactor on the wall:

The control respectively the mounting plate

for wall mounting with the control is attached Cable bushing
to the corresponding position on the wall. sleeve for e.g.
induction loop
To do so, 4 M6x60 hexagonal coach screws
with washers and plugs have to be used.
The arrangement of the control cabinet is
shown in the installation instructions and the
diagram.
The recommended height from the floor to
the top of the cabinet is 1.8m. The maximum
space to the frame is 0.3m.
All control cables are routed in the cable duct
from the door to the control. The cable outlet
on the door is also below the lateral cover at
the outer side of the hood.
The cable routing to the control is effected Frame
either behind the mounting plate to the lower
side of the control or laterally through the
corresponding gland of the cable cover. To
do so, the corresponding break-out has to be
removed with a suitable tool (only EFACON)

Cable routing and screen connection in the control housing

Fixing points of
By using screen clamping brackets in Connection of the control according
screen i g uton g swiring
B e f e s tclamping p u n kt e
conjunction with a screen sheet in the diagram. S ch i r mkof
brackets l e mmb
sensorügel
S e n s o rl e i tu n g
EFACON-housing, all EMC cable cable

connections at the housing can be

eliminated.
The cable screens of the motor cable and
the sensor cable (motor sensors SA / SB)
are connected to the earthing sheet at the eliminated.E findet bereits werksseitig durch
B e f e s t i g u n g s p u n kt e
marked drillings with screen clamping eineFixing
Kontaktzunge
S chpoints
i rm k l e mm ofb screen
ügel ohne weitere
clamping M o t brackets
o r l e i t u n g of
brackets. The sheet is connected to PE ex Klemmstellen statt.
motor cable
factory via a contact stud without further Anschluss der Steuerung laut Schaltplan.
terminal points.

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 mcp2:
Note

An optimal contact of all cable screens to the screen sheet is a precondition for a trouble-free
operation of the door system.

mcp-FUS:
With the control option mcp-FUS, the
screens of the motor cable as well as the
motor sensors are connected to the metal
rail in the lower part of the control housing
via the provided screen clamping brackets.
The metal rail is connected to PE ex factory
via a contact stud without further terminal
points.

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T1 T2/N T3/N

L1 L2/N L3/N Position of the screen clamping

brackets for motor cable and motor
sensors with control mcp2 (control
cabinet size 380x380)
Standard-Versc hr aubung

Not-Stop Ltg.

X11 Sensor
Gummitülle oder

X11 Bremse

Netz-Zu leitun g

X10 Daten
X 11 FU

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3.5. Weight balancing spring pack

Caution!

Working with springs presents a danger of injured limbs!

3.5.1.Correct handling of the springs

The springs must be handled with care to spring surface is damaged (e.g. notches or
ensure that their life-span is not impaired. scratches) a notch effect results. This leads
They should not be pulled across the to fissures and finally to premature breaking
concrete floor or asphalt surfacing. If the of the spring.

3.5.2.Purpose
The weight balancing mechanism consists of mechanism helps the motor to open the
individual springs and belts. It balances out door. During emergency release, it pulls the
the weight of the door panel. This closed door panel upwards to a fixed height.

3.5.3.Installation of the spring packs

Before the springs are installed, the pre- (Figure 3.5.3.a)
windings of the blue belts on the drive shaft blue belts
have to be checked and compared with the
specifications in the test book. The pre-
windings have to lie exactly on top of each Attachment
other. (Figure 3.3.2.a)Connect the upper sheets
spring suspensions with the blue belts and
set the measurement to L2 + 70mm. (Figure
3.5.3.a and figure 3.5.3.b; L2 see test book
or spring calculation data sheet) Secure the
belt with the fixing plates and the M8x35
bolts at a torque of 21 Nm. The sliders of the
outer spring suspension must point away
from the door. If a second spring suspension
is required in a frame, these sliders also Spring suspension
have to point away from the door. Connect Slider
the springs to the upper suspension and
slide the spring guide from below over the
springs. In doing so, the angle of the spring
guide must point downwards. (Figure
3.5.3.a) Screw the spring guide to the frame
Bent spring guide
and attach the springs to the base plate. The Unbent spring
measurement L2 has to be checked again guide
and corrected, if necessary.
If a second spring guide is used in a frame
member, the spring guide with the straight
bracket is screwed to the first spring guide. Springs

figure 3.5.3.a, spring guide

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 gez. 1,25 Vorwicklungen 1,5 und 1,75 Vorwicklungen

Umlenkrolle
Gurt mit Halter

Befestigungs- Gurtende zur

blech 237105Z1 Vorspannungs-
Gleitstück änderung

Aufhängung oben
3 Federn 237889

L0
2 Federn 237888
1 Feder 237880
L2 + 70
L2 + 70

L2
Aufhängung unten 238375

vorm. Feder mit Blech 237881

figure 3.5.3.b

Note

After the adjustment run and approx. again 20 further cycles must be examined the
feather/spring setting values (L2 + 70mm) and readjusted possibly!

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 3.6. Further installation steps
Caution!

Take special care not to injure your fingers.

Never place them between the belt and pulley!

3.6.1. Serrated belt

Secure the pulley on the serrated belt to the
base plate at the designated bolts. (Figure
3.6.1.b)
The serrated belts must not be twisted.
The serrated belts must be tensioned equally
on each side of the door. Check the tension,
as shown in figure 3.6.1.a. This requires
testing equipment. Tension the belt with
clamps on the contact surface of the test
device and check the tension. The specified
values for the type of door can be found in
Table.
The final tension is to be set with the door
closed.
If the belt still jumps after being tensioned
properly, the indentation depth is to be
reduced by 2mm following the procedures
described in Chapter 4.

Note

The serrated belt must not be allowed to jump on the drive shaft gear wheel.

Drive shaft

Tension belt Tighten nuts to tension

tightly serrated belt

Test device

Lower pulley
Lower
pulley
Tension belt Lower spring
tightly suspension

figure 3.6.1.a figure 3.6.1.b

Door type „L“ version „S“ version „ÜS“ version

Test force F 100N 100N 100N
Test distance e 1000mm 1000mm 1000mm
Indentation depht Ea 25mm 23mm 20mm

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After having tensioned the belts, the
following settings have to be made with the
door versions “S” and “ÜS”. The two outer
lateral bearing shells of the connecting shaft
have to be loosened shortly in the position
“Door open” after the serrated belts are
Bearing shell motor side „S“
Bearing shell
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adjusted and the springs are mounted and
afterwards they have to be retightened. This
results in an alignment of the bearing shells
in order to minimise a premature wear. The
measure is required with all doors that are
equipped with that additional bearing point.
Bearing shell motor side „ÜS“
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3.6.2.Emergency release
EFAFLEX - doors have an emergency
release system allowing the doors to be
opened manually in the event of a power cut.
A wire rope that is routed in a Bowden cable
connects the stop brake of the motor with an
emergency release lever at the motor frame
side. The wire rope is connected to the brake
lever ex factory. Unwind the wire rope that is
wound up on the motor side and connect it to
the emergency release lever. Route the wire
rope through the hole in the lever and secure
it with a washer (internal diameter 3.2mm)
3.6.3.Separate emergency release (if available)
The separate emergency release is attached
in the area of the EFAFLEX – door depending
on the customer wish (max. distance limited
by length of Bowden cable and wire rope
length). In doing so, all attachment points of
3.6.4.Locking mechanism (if available)
The door can be locked via a mechanical
locking mechanism with a lever.(Figure
3.6.4.a) When the emergency release is
mechanic limit
switchwith cable
Bowden
cable
Holding plate of
the locking
mechanism
Base
plate
figure 3.6.4.a, locking mechanism
3-20
and a screw nipple (both supplied in parts
pack). Adjust the length of the wire rope, so
that the motor brake is actuated at the lower
area of the lever travel. Operate the
emergency release several times to ensure
that the wire rope is lying correctly.
Cut the wire rope behind the screw nipple
leaving a few centimetres spare. Place a
ferrule (in parts pack) over the end of the
wire rope and crimp with pliers. This is to
prevent the wire rope from unwinding.
the console have to be used. The rope
length has to be adjusted according to item
3.6.2.
The Bowden cables have to be laid
professionally!! (large radii, no bends, etc.)
actuated, it is essential that the locking clasp
releases the door leaf attachment before the
door begins to open.
Hook for locking
mechanism
Door leaf
attachment
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 3.6.5.Separate locking mechanism (if available)
The separate locking mechanism is attached
in the area of the EFAFLEX - door depending
on the customer wish (max. distance limited
by length of Bowden cable and wire rope
length). In doing so, all attachment points of
the console have to be used.
The Bowden cables have to be laid
professionally!! (Large radii, no bends, etc.)

3.7. Installation of the security and control devices

Caution!

During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF

switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.

3.7.1.Light barrier (pay attention to all figures to 3.7.4!

The arrangement of the light barriers
depends on the motor arrangement.
The receiver is located on the motor side
and the transmitter on the opposite side. The
upper transmitter and the receiver are
arranged reversely for double light barriers.
The light barrier cable runs in the guide rail
behind a plastic cover in an upward direction
(similar to the TLG cable). Route the cable
via the U-section to the motor side. Route
the cable via the console to the terminal box
(X10). The terminal box is located on the top
above the drive motor.
Remove the cover of the terminal box.
Route the cable through the terminal box
union with the double seal.
Route the light barrier cable of the receiver
through the opening with the grommet. The
opening is located directly above the vertical
guide.
Route the cable in the console under the
motor drive shaft to the terminal box. Insert
the cable through the same union as the
cable from the transmitter.
Tighten the union nut.
Cable connections are shown in the wiring

Note
Run the cables carefully and ensure that the
cables are not damaged
by contact with moving parts or at edges.
diagram.

Test the wiring manually with a subsequent
trial run (for adjustment purposes) in
dead man mode or with emergency release.
Note
Where the drive unit is mounted on the right
hand side, the above instructions should be
applied laterally reversed.

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 3.7.2.TLG (door line bar grating) if available pay attention to all
figures to 3.7.4!
Run the TLG-cable of the right frame after Note
the end of the vertical guide rail to the Where the drive unit is mounted on the right
outside of the door and then immediately hand side, the above instructions should be
after the spiral towards the wall. If possible, applied laterally reversed.
the cable should be secured with a cable tie.
Afterwards, run the cable vertically in an
upwards direction and then to the terminal
box (X10).
Run the left hand TLG-cable of the left frame
after the end of the vertical guide rail to the
outside of the door and then immediately
after the spiral towards the wall. If possible,
the cable should be secured with a cable tie.
Run the cable up vertically to the top of the
hood. Run the cable on the top to the front Cable tie

and sideways to the side of the spiral to the

terminal box (X10).

Note
Run the cables carefully and ensure that the
cables are not damaged
by contact with moving parts or at edges.
TLG-cable
Light barrier cable
The TLG-cable/ light
Test the wiring manually with a subsequent barrier cable is visible
trial run (for adjustment purposes) in at the end of the guide
dead man mode or with emergency release. rail

The cable connections are shown in the

wiring diagram.

3.7.3.Contact strip (if available pay attention to all figures to 3.7.4!)

The contact strip is mounted to the end slat
ex factory. The cable is routed through the
right hand frame member in an energy guide
drag chain (energy chain). The contact strip
plug had to be mounted like the attached
document. Run the other end of the contact
strip cable along the same path as the right
hand light barrier cable to the terminal box
(X10).
Insert the cable through the second union on
the terminal box. Electrical connections are
shown in the wiring diagram.
The following images (KL also) allow for a
better understanding.

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 Rubber buffer which the
door leaf attachment makes Frame upper
contact to side

Cable hidden
Cable of the KL

Cable visible

Pay attention to the

cables lying in corner of
the frame (attachment via
cable ties) and not in the
movement area of the
blue belt and the door leaf C-rail
attachment (rubber
buffer).

Frame lower
side

Run the cables carefully and

Cable KL/TLG/light barrier
ensure that the cables are not
damaged
by contact with moving parts or at
edges.
Test the wiring manually by a
subsequent trial run (for
adjustment purposes) in
dead man mode or with
emergency release.

Close the cover of the terminal

box.

Route cables of the KL/TLG/light

barrier into the terminal box X10

Attach cables of the KL/TLG/light Terminal box

barrier to the drillings using cable X10 (L, S, ÜS)
ties

Route outside up to the

opening!! (moving parts inside,
pulley)

 EFAFLEX 3-23
 3.7.4.Cable laying
Caution!
During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF
switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.
All electrical connections must be carried out
by a qualified electrician. Run all required
cable ducts between the door and the control
cabinet. Route the motor cable, the terminal
box cable from X10, the S13-cable
(emergency release), the pulse generator
cable and, if existing, the S-14 cable
(locking) in the cable ducts to the control
3.7.5.Setting the limit switches (option except with control with
reversing contactors) cable laying of the limit switches
The upper limit switch is always mounted on
the motor side (with cable) and preset ex
factory. Run the cables with the utmost care
and pay attention to the previous figures!
The upper limit switch (with reversing
contactors control standard, otherwise
option) has to be set with the door open in a
way that the control already has switched off
in the upper stop position of the door and
does not try to open the door further and pull
it against the rubber buffer.
The motor already has to shut off when the
two rubber buffers have not yet been
reached and the maximum door opening is
Upper limit switch
The cable of the upper limit switch has to be routed on the
backside of the spiral sheet and secured with cable ties. The
further laying can be seen in the previous images.
3-24
cabinet and connect them. The cable
connections are shown in the wiring
diagram. Protect all cables from moving
parts and edges by using cable ties. Also
secure the cables in the U-section of the
hood with cable ties. Replace covers on
cable ducts.
reached. The lower limit switch (with
reversing contactors control standard,
otherwise option) has to be set with the door
closed in a way that the control already has
switched off in the lower stop position of the
door and does not try to close the door
further! The motor already has to shut off
when the sealing lip of the door leaf makes
contact with the floor (select the highest
point if there are irregularities).The lower
limit switch is always located on the motor
side, unless a locking mechanism (option) is
selected.
Lower limit switch
Installed ex factory, for informational purposes only!
The cable of the lower limit switch is secured to the bracket
with cable ties and then routed to the outside (out of the
frame) und routed further by the customer. With the dead
man control mode, the cable is routed carefully in the frame in
an upward direction and attached and routed directly into the
control. The remaining cable laying is done as with the other
cables in the other figures.
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3.7.6.Adjustment run
Danger!

In emergency mode the door does not register any upper or lower
limit of travel and all safety devices are deactivated.
The door must not run into the upper and lower stops.
The danger area must always be borne in mind.

Ensure that all wall fixings, bolts, etc. are
installed properly and that the wiring is
correct before switching on the door.
Set the controls to EMERGENCY mode (see
controls manual).
Close the door and stop at approx. one
metre from the top. Examine the blue belts.
The belt rollers must be set so that the blue
belts left and right are rolled exactly in
alignment on top of each other.
Close the door further and continually check
the whole door, especially the blue belts.
Stop the door at approx 1 m above the floor.
Now you can measure from the lower edge
of the bottom rail to the base plate. The
measurements must be identical ±4 mm.
A difference of ±4 mm must be corrected by
shifting the belt one notch on the drive shaft.
After the adjustment run and approx. again
20 further cycles must be examined the
feather/spring setting values (L2 + 70mm)
and readjusted possibly!

Caution!

During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF

switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.

Caution!

The belt will jump extremely quickly.

Take special care not to injure your fingers.
Never place them between the belt and pulley!

 EFAFLEX 3-25
 This is carried out in the following way:

• The following actions are carried out Door leaf

only on the upper part of the door.
• Secure the door using the bracket
(217112) and a strap belt on the drive
shaft. (Figure 3.7.5.a)
• Proceed with extreme caution from
this point! Loosen the lower pulley on
the serrated belt.
• On the upper side of the serrated
belt, press the belt onto the pulley
with a finger. Form a loop with the
Mounting bracket
belt at the front which is transposed
by one tooth. Push the serrated belt
to the pulley below this loop and
loosen the pressure exerted on the
pulley. Now push the loop to the back figure 3.7.6.a, fixed door leaf
with the finger, until the serrated belt
jumps.
• Check the height on each side again.
• If the measurements are now within
tolerance, the pulley can be tightened
again.

Close the door completely and check the
blue belts again.
The belt tension must be checked again with
the door closed and adjusted as necessary.
(Figure 3.6.1.a)
With the door closed, check the tension of
the motor drive belt again on the low tension
side and adjust as necessary. (Figure
3.3.3.d)
Check the spiral guides with a test roller and
ensure that the roller runs freely and does
not stick at any point.
Now the door has to be synchronised. You
can find information about this and further
adjustments in the door control manual.

3.8. Adjustment of the horizontal sealing strip

See capter 3.2.2

3.9. Testing the safety devices

3.9.1.Contact strip

Note
In order to test the contact strip, the light barrier must not be interrupted.

Press on the contact strip as the door is
closing. The door leaf must open again
immediately.
The control mechanism counts the number
of contacts with the contact strip and the
door will remain open after a set number of
contacts.
To put it back into automatic mode, the (▼)
button has to be pressed until the door has
closed completely. (Reset)

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3.9.2.Light barrier
The light barriers each have an indicator
light. They are correctly set, if the sender
light is green and the receiver light is red.
If both indicator lights are green, the light
barriers are set incorrectly.
3.9.3.TLG
Hinge chain
TLG blind rubber
figure 3.9.3.a, TLG blind rubber
3.9.4.Emergency release
While the emergency release is actuated,
the door must not be able to open or close
under power. The emergency release opens
3.9.5.Locking mechanism (optional accessories)
When the door is closed and locked with the
locking mechanism, it should not be possible
to open or close the door under power.
3.10. Installation of the covers
Screw the brackets (from parts pack) to the
hood in order to attach the covers of the
frame (figure 3.10.a).
Install and tighten the motor covering and
frame covers. When is chosed spiral
coverings (optional accessories), you can
find instructions in a separate manual.
Attach with 2
screws
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As the door is closing, interrupt the light
beam from the light barrier by hand. The
door must open again immediately. The door
will close again automatically after staying
open for the set period.
Interrupt the light beams of the door light grid
while the door is closing.
The door must open again immediately. The
door will close again automatically after
staying open for the set period.
Further information can be found in the TLG
manual.
Ensure that the TLG blind rubber, which is
located on the right door leaf attachment, is
mounted properly on the bolt of the hinge
chain. For this purpose, a snug fit between
the rubber and the door leaf is absolutely
essential. The long side of the rubber is to
point downwards (figure 3.9.a).
the door sufficiently for an emergency
escape. The door has to switch itself into the
EMERGENCY - Off position.
The door has to switch itself into the
EMERGENCY - Off position.
Hood with coil
Attachment bracket
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4. Maintenance instructions
4.1. Maintenance and visual inspection intervals
EFAFLEX door units should be maintained environmental influences near the door. A
at least once a year. We recommend loading (cycle) corresponds to the movement
conducting a visual inspection every six of the door leaf between leaving the upper
months as detailed in EN 12605 section stop and reaching the upper stop again.
5.2.4.1 . The given values depend on the

At the latest, maintenance and visual inspection must be carried out after the
number of loadings (opening / closing operations) shown below

Door type Loadings between Loadings between

maintenance visual inspections

Premium 200.000 100.000

ECO 150.000 75.000

Basic 100.000 50.000

Warning!
There is no cycle counter with the basic version with reversing contactor control
(dead man), i.e. the maintenance has to be conducted once a year and the visual
inspection every six months.

4.2. Implementation of the maintenance works

Caution!

During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF

switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.

Open and close the door several times to
ensure that it is working frictionless and
efficiently. The following list of parts and
functions to be checked is intended as an aid
for the technical expert carrying out the
inspection. In individual cases shorter or
more extensive lists will be needed.
Essentially visual and functional inspections
are to be carried out to establish that parts
and safety devices are complete, in good
condition and operating properly.

4-1  EFAFLEX
Checklist

1. Hood
• door leaf, hinges, rollers, green sliding 5. Weight balancing mechanism
rollers • tension spring attachment
• alignment of belt pulleys, belt attachment • spring biasing
• bearing plate, pulley, contact buffer • pre-winding
• drive shaft • belt, belt roller
• installation aid removed • emergency release opens
• screw / bolt fastenings 6. Covering
• installation attachment provided by the • coil covering
customer • belt covers
• attachment points from the hood 7. Control
2. Frame members • end-limit switch
• guide rails • push-button, key switch, pulse generator
• tension of serrated belts • Devices for remote control (including
• brush seals emergency switching unit)
• locking • Pushbutton, key switch
• screw / bolt fastenings • Inspection of the total electric system in
• cable laying accordance with VDE 0113, Section 13
• installation attachment provided by the (Insulation test, voltage test, grounding
customer conductor test)
• attachment points from the frame • EMERGENCY-OFF switch
members • Check all wiring for defective insulation
3. Horizontal sealing strip 8. Safety devices
• Alu sealing lamella, hinge • light barrier
• Pressure springs at the top of the • contact Strip
horizontal sealing strip • TLG system
• the operation unit (sliding bushing, joint) 9. Signs and labelling
• PVC sealing lamella, hinge (only at low • type plate (door number)
header) • type plate (electrical data)
4. Drive • warnings (switch cabinet)
• attachment of drive motor and the • locking lever (labelling)
console • emergency release lever (labelling)
• impermeability of gear housing • terminal covers for constant live terminals
• lubrication level (manufacturers' • Notes for external voltages
instructions)
• operation of brakes
• emergency actuation
• alignment of pulley wheels
• tension of serrated belt
• condition of electrical cables and
connections

All existing safety functions must be checked
(see 3.7.5). Check safety devices for
damage and contamination. Check the
whole length of the contact strip for damages
such as cracks or holes. Any faults
discovered on the door unit must be
remedied. If the door unit is damaged, by
denting for example, correct functioning can
no longer be guaranteed. Replacement parts
can be ordered from our customer service
department. Please provide the spare parts
number (see spare parts list) and the serial
or equipment number of the door.

Warning!

If safe operation of the door cannot be guaranteed, it must

immediately be put out of service and secured against any further
use.

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5. Repair instructions
5.1. The following safety instructions count to the whole
chapter 5!
Caution!

During maintenance and repair work, the main EMERGENCY-OFF

switch must be in the 0 position and secured against unauthorised
activation with a lock.
The door area must be cordoned off.

Caution!

When performing maintenance or repair work on the door blade, it

must be held suspended from the drive shaft (fig 3.7.5.a) by means
of brackets (217112) and straps or similar (hoist). The door area
must be cordoned off.

5.2. Wear and tear parts

If worn parts are found during maintenance Before spare parts are replaced their
works, these must be replaced. dimensions should be compared with the
original or with the data in the test book.

5.2.1.Motor drive belt

If the motor drive belt is no longer in working
order (e.g. defective gear teeth, etc.), it has
to be replaced. To do this, engage the
emergency release so that the weight of the
door leaf is balanced by the springs and the
motor brake is no longer under load.
Loosen but do not remove the bolts on the
motor plate.
Loosen the tensioning screw on the motor
plate and replace the serrated belt.
Re-tension the tensioning screw on the
motor plate. (Figure 3.3.3.d)
Re-synchronise the door. (see control
manual)

5.2.2.Serrated belt
If the serrated belt is no longer in working
order (e.g. defective gear teeth, etc.), it has
to be replaced. To do this, open the door leaf
to a height of about 1.5 m. The door leaf
must be held suspended by means of
brackets (217112) and straps or similar from
the drive shaft. (Figure 3.7.5.a)
Loosen the pulley and the clamping of the
serrated belt. At the attachment the belt is
connected to the door leaf. Place the new
belt in exactly the same position as the old
belt and tighten the bolts to a torque of 40
Nm. Reattach the pulley and check the
tension. (Figure 3.6.1.a)
Loosen the straps and measure the distance
from the end slat to the base plate on both
sides. Check the tolerance of ±4 mm and if
necessary follow the instructions from
chapter 3.8 Start up.

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5.2.3.Spring pack
If a spring is broken or no longer has
sufficient elasticity to ensure an adequate
emergency opening it has to be replaced.
The door has to be open while springs are
being installed. All instructions regarding the
installation of springs are given in chapter
5.2.4.Blue belt (see chapter 3.5)
If the blue belt is damaged, it must be
replaced. For this, the spring packs must be
removed with the door open (see chapter
3.8) and the blue belt replaced. Unwind the
blue belt completely from the drive shaft and
loosen the bolts. The new belt must be
installed in exactly the same way as the old
one. The pre-winding (see test book), the
5.2.5.Rollers
Note
The door leaf had to be fixed like the
description in 5.3.2.!
If the roller surfaces are worn, the rollers
have to be replaced. Close the door leaf and
hold it suspended from the drive shaft at the
very top on both sides by brackets (217112)
and straps. (Figure 3.7.5.a) Loosen the
pulley of the serrated belt and the guide rail
covers on one side. Swing the door leaf out
and replace the defective rollers. Check that
5.3. Parts damaged by impact
Before parts are replaced their dimensions should be compared with the original part
or with the data in the manual.
5.3.1.Slats
If one or more slats are dented or bent, they
have to be replaced. Close the door and
remove the seals of the damaged slats.
Remove the screws between the slats and
the hinge chain and remove the damaged
slats. Check hinge chains, guide rails and
Note! The cutting screws for the attachment of the slats may be tightened only with
4Nm!
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3.5 (weight balancing). All necessary
information can be found there.
After having finished the repair works,
conduct several trial runs and check the
springs for proper function.
reeling direction, and the torque of 8 Nm for
the bolts must be observed. The required
pre-winding has to be adjusted with the door
open. Reinstall the spring packs and conduct
several trial runs after having finished the
repair works. Check correct operation of the
blue belts.
the spacer tubes are correctly fitted. Once all
defective rollers on this side have been
replaced and tightened to a torque of 11Nm,
the guide rail covers can be replaced.
Reattach the pulley of the serrated belt and
check for proper tension. (Figure 3.6.1.a)
Repeat the same steps for the other side.
Remove the straps and open the door.
After having finished the repair works,
conduct several trial runs and check the
rollers for proper function.
rollers for further damage. Insert the new
slats and screw them to the hinge chain.
Press in seals again. After having finished
the repair works, conduct several trial runs
and check the slats for proper function.
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5.3.2.End slat
If the end slat is dented or bent, it has to be The end slat can now be replaced.
replaced. Open the door fully and hang out The new end slat is installed by reversing the
about one third of the springs. (see chapter procedures above. Check that the tension of
3.8) With the door half closed, check the the serrated belt is correct. (Figure 3.6.1.a)
motor drive belt for correct tension to prevent After having finished the repair works,
jumping. In emergency mode close the door conduct several trial runs and check the end
now to about 1.2m and suspend the door slat for proper function.
leaf on both sides with brackets (217112)
and straps from the drive shaft. (Figure
Flat steel
3.7.5.a)
Remove the clips and the contact strip plug
from the attachment on the right. Serrated belt
Press the serrated belts together on either
side with a screw clamp at a height of about
2m. At the screw clamps a flat bar must be
placed underneath so that at least 10 gear
teeth of te front and back belt interlock.
Ensure that the clamps are secure. (Figure
6.2.2.a)
Remove the Aluminium cheeks from the Screw
attachments. Do not release the clamps clamp
on the belt!
Remove the upper sealing rubber. Remove
the lower covers of the guide rails and the Figure 6.2.2.a, fixed serrated belt
end slat from the hinge chain.

5.3.3.Contact strip
If the contact strip is split or has holes, it has
to be replaced. Open the door to a height of
approx. 1.5m and remove the contact strip
plug from the attachment on the right and
loosen the screws holding the contact strip.
Use a screwdriver to push the contact strip
downwards out of the section. Insert the new
contact strip into the back of the section and
press it carefully into the section on the front
using a blunt screwdriver. Run the contact
strip cable at the attachment in the same
way as the old cable. Now just re-insert the
plug on the right. Ensure that the thin rubber
sealing is correctly seated and secure the
cable with clips. Retighten the screws of the
contact strip. After having finished the repair
works, conduct several trial runs and check
the contact strip for proper function. (see
chapter 3.8).

If lubricants are used during the installation, these lubricants have to be free from
substances that are detrimental to paint adhesion!

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6. Operating instructions Optional:
Lock to lock the
6.1. Emergency release emergency release

In order to open an EFAFLEX – door in case

of an emergency (power failure, fire, etc.),
the emergency release is integrated. The
emergency release lever does not have
indexed positions. The emergency release
function allows for one person to effortlessly
move the door leaf upwards or downwards
by pulling the emergency release lever. The
basic position of the lever is parallel to the
frame member.
Optionally, a lock to lock the emergency
release lever is installed.
A second emergency release lever is
another option. With this, one lever can be
mounted inside the building and the other
one outside of the building, for example.

The emergency release also works when

the EFAFLEX – door is locked.

Grab lever at the position

marked with an arrow
with the hand and pull
Control away from frame. At least
move the lever by 90°, so
that the lever is in a
horizontal position. Only
then it is ensured that the
door is unlocked.

Frame

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6.2. Locking mechanism (optional)
In order to prevent unauthorised persons
from entering the building, EFAFLEX – doors Emergency release
optionally have an integrated locking
mechanism. By pulling the locking lever, the
locking mechanism is activated. The basic
position of the lever is parallel to the frame
member; locking mechanism inactive.
A lock to lock the locking lever is another
option, i.e. it is only possible to lock the door
if the person concerned has the key.

The emergency release also works when

the EFAFLEX – door is locked.

Optional:
Lock to lock the
Control emergency release

Frame

Grab lever at the position marked with an

arrow with the hand and pull away from
frame. At least move the lever by 90°, so
that the lever is in a horizontal position.
Only then it is ensured that the door is
unlocked.

6.3. Cross reference

The electrical operating instructions are attached to the documents as separate
documentation.

For further queries, please contact your nearest EFAFLEX dealership or call the factory
directly.
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 Connecting contact strip cables

step 1:
Skinning the cable:
Remove the cover from the two cables on a
length of 40mm.
Don’t remove the insulation of the loose wires!

step 2:
Cables are fitted into the caps till limit.

step 3:
Insert the wires into
the according
terminals and cut
them.

step 4:
Take care that the two marks on cap and body
are opposite when closing the connector.

step 5:
Screw on cap and body.
max. tightening torque from
union cap = 0,8Nm!
Take care that the rubber is
closed to the cables.