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SKYFOLD CLASSIC, ZENITH AND MIRAGE RETRACTABLE WALLS      

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COMPONENTS

OPER ATING SWITCHES

Before operating the switches, please read the safety precautions and the procedures 
contained in the section, Skyfold Walls in Operation.

Figure 1a: Key Switch (Standard)

In an effort to optimize the safety features provided by the Skyfold wall, one switch is 
installed on both sides of the Skyfold wall. These switches control the wall’s movement. 
Both switches must be activated simultaneously for the wall to move upwards or 
downwards while the key is turned to the desired position. This ensures that there  
are two people present at all times during the operation of the wall.

When one of the switches is released, the wall stops immediately without coasting.

The keyed switch plate includes an illuminated push button that flashes fault codes if the 
Skyfold wall does not work when activated. One to ten flashes represent ten different flash 
codes (see 

Figure 1a). 

North America

Europe & Asia

Illuminated 

push button

Illuminated 

push button

Summary of Contents for SKYFOLD CLASSIC Series

Page 1: ...www skyfold com 1 514 457 4767 OWNER S MANUAL CLASSIC SERIES ZENITH SERIES ZENITH PREMIUM SERIES MIRAGE ...

Page 2: ...9 B1 USA 6267169 USA 6 808 000 USA 2 064 348 CANADA 9045935 USA 0587572 EUROPE 0587572 GERMANY 2436866 EUROPE 653284 AUSTRALIA 12 893119 USA 2013327364 AUSTRALIA 2011226979 AUSTRALIA 8327905 USA 2912235 EUROPE 111863236 6 EUROPE 2754227 CANADA 6117363 JAPAN 12108530 6 HONG KONG 8336257 USA Other patents pending in various countries COPYRIGHTS All rights reserved Reproduction of this manual in whol...

Page 3: ...RATING A SKYFOLD WALL 16 OPERATING A T CONFIGURATION APPLICATION 17 OPERATING MULTIPLE IN LINE SKYFOLD WALL SECTIONS 17 BACK UP OPERATING PROCEDURE 18 MAINTENANCE 19 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 19 ADDITIONAL SERVICING 21 CLEANING 22 WARRANTY 23 For simplicity Skyfold s standard keyed push button switches and Skyfold s optional touch screen operator stations standard with Zenith Premium only are often ref...

Page 4: ...he motor Pressure is applied on the obstruction sensor or when the infra red sensor Mirage detects an obstruction If the sensor is triggered the wall will reverse automatically for three 3 seconds If the downward wall speed becomes substantially higher than normal a hydraulic checking device will lower the wall s speed The cables used to lift and support your Skyfold wall s are of the highest stre...

Page 5: ...aler for service Do not operate your Skyfold wall if it is making any abnormal noises or if the Skyfold wall does not appear to be working properly Contact your authorized local Skyfold dealer immediately Do not operate your Skyfold wall if a panel is loose or displaced from its normal securely fastened position Do not operate your Skyfold wall if panels are missing as this can damage the system H...

Page 6: ...the wall s movement Both switches must be activated simultaneously for the wall to move upwards or downwards while the key is turned to the desired position This ensures that there are two people present at all times during the operation of the wall When one of the switches is released the wall stops immediately without coasting The keyed switch plate includes an illuminated push button that flash...

Page 7: ...ser Manual issued separately The touch screens must be activated simultaneously to operate the wall The 4 3 resistive LCD touch screens with multilingual capabilities and a 4 digit adjustable user pin will display one to ten possible fault codes in case of an electrical system failure For more on fault codes please refer to the section Additional Servicing LIFTING MECHANISMS AND PANELS Figure 2 Li...

Page 8: ...WALLS 8 COMPONENTS ZENITH PREMIUM Cable drum Ceiling support Hanger Pocket closure panel Lifting cable Ring sheave End seal cable End seal End seal actuator Floor seal Metal T bar Eye bolt Panel Panel arm Sheaves ZENITH Figure 2 Lifting Mechanisms and Panels cont d ...

Page 9: ... the mechanisms as they wrap and unwrap on their respective drums see Figure 2 Panels All Models Except Mirage The panels are a composite construction with a heavy gauge steel face sheet to resist abuse Your choice of finish was carefully applied to the panels A removable protective coating protects it from dirt and other debris see Figure 2 The protective coating must be removed two weeks after t...

Page 10: ... the gap between the wall track and the lifting mechanisms and thus provide a visual barrier see Figure 3b The Skyfold wall halts its descent when the lower limit switch stops the lifting motor at which point the vertical end seals are activated automatically It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the operator switch once this limit switch is tripped The end seals deploy and retract in approx...

Page 11: ...b Vertical End Seals at Fixed Wall Figure 4a Obstruction Sensor and Floor Seals CLASSIC ZENITH ZENITH PREMIUM CLASSIC ZENITH ZENITH PREMIUM MIRAGE Floor Seals On the Classic Zenith and Zenith Premium models Figure 4a and on the Mirage model Figure 4b flexible bulb seals close the gap between the floor and bottom panel ...

Page 12: ...t instantly halts The wall will then automatically reverse direction for three 3 seconds see Figures 2 and 4a Warning The obstruction sensor on the Classic Zenith and Zenith Premium models will not detect any obstruction that is less than 3 76 mm from the ends of the wall After the wall reverses direction for three 3 seconds you must remove the obstruction prior to resuming the Skyfold wall s desc...

Page 13: ...ed for service several orders of magnitude more severe than the service it experiences while operating your Skyfold wall The lifting motor is equipped with an electromagnetic brake Power to the lifting motor is cut and its electromagnetic brake engages automatically when one of the following occurs An operator switch is released The wall reaches its upper limit fully retracted into the pocket The ...

Page 14: ...t is dependent on the wall s travel speed In normal operation the pressure is very low thus the checking device offers no appreciable braking force on the wall If the wall speed becomes substantially higher than normal the checking device offers sufficient braking force to lower the wall at a speed of approximately 150 of the normal operating speed Electrical Control Box Skyfold s electrical contr...

Page 15: ... extension cord comes with a male and female connector A separate female connector is supplied for the connection to the A V system The male connector on the extension cord has the following wire designations Black 1 Wall Down Com1 White 2 Wall Down Dry Contact 250mA Red 3 Wall Up Com1 Green 4 Wall Up Dry Contact 250mA Using 18 or 22 gauge wires the electrician connects the A V system to the pins ...

Page 16: ...es of the Skyfold wall are clear of obstructions In case of a malfunction do not operate the Skyfold wall or attempt to repair it Call your authorized local Skyfold dealer for service Do not operate your Skyfold wall if it is making any abnormal noises or if the Skyfold wall does not appear to be working properly Contact your authorized local Skyfold dealer immediately Do not operate your Skyfold ...

Page 17: ...n deploying the Skyfold walls in the down position ensure that the lower Skyfold wall is in the fully closed position before bringing down the upper Skyfold wall 3 When retracting the walls ensure that the upper Skyfold wall is fully retracted into its ceiling pocket before bringing up the lower Skyfold wall 4 At both switches activate and maintain pressure simultaneously on the switches with the ...

Page 18: ...at it takes all sections to reach their respective upper open or lower closed limits BACK UP OPERATING PROCEDURE In the unlikely event that the Skyfold wall does not respond to the key switch operation it could be operated by using a heavy duty drill A shaft extension through the fan cover of the motor allows for an alternate method of raising and lowering the wall The system must be recalibrated ...

Page 19: ...ts Over time the lifting cables may stretch Consequently the upper open position limit and the lower closed position limit may need resetting The upper and lower limits must be verified inspected and adjusted Warning The Skyfold wall should automatically stop once it reaches either of these limits If it does not do not operate the wall Call your authorized local Skyfold dealer for service Lifting ...

Page 20: ...heir 10 000 cycle life span The lifting mechanisms must be inspected for defects and abnormal wear EVERY 500 CYCLES OR 2 YEARS STARTING ONE YEAR AFTER INSTALLATION Hydraulic Checking Device Safety Motor The hydraulic oil must be visually inspected and if necessary changed EVERY 1000 CYCLES OR 2 YEARS STARTING ONE YEAR AFTER INSTALLATION Electrical System The entire electrical system must be tested...

Page 21: ...nels are stored in the pocket the bottom floor panels form the bottom of the pocket The panels should rest horizontally and fit neatly and evenly within the pocket within manufacturer s tolerances Similarly when the Mirage wall is in the up position all panels should be retracted into the ceiling pocket and should rest at an angle Warning Do not operate your Skyfold wall if it is making any abnorm...

Page 22: ...odels the seals can be cleaned with a damp cloth Panel Cleaning Dust may collect on the panels when they are stored in the ceiling pocket The Mirage glass panels can be cleaned by using any regular glass cleaning product The panels on all Skyfold models including Mirage can be vacuumed with a brush attachment or by other non abrasive means Warning Do not use harsh solvents or cleaners Consult the ...

Page 23: ...arranty coverage Damages incurred from improper use or mistreatment Excessive force beyond the normal daily operation of the product Negligence Acts of God Skyfold Inc will carry out any repairs required to the Skyfold wall due to defects in materials or workmanship and occurring under normal use at no charge for parts and or labor during the warranty period provided that The Skyfold wall was oper...

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