To Next PageTo Next Page
Need help?Do you have a question about the CSI Classic and is the answer not in the manual?
Installer must select and use fasteners appropriate to the material into which they are being fixed.
Guides the installer through preparing panels, fitting hinges, and installing vertical tracks.
Ensures all roller shafts are dipped in grease and hinges are lubricated.
Details attaching horizontal tracks to flag brackets and wall brackets.
Covers attaching bearing plates, fitting springs, and placing the shaft assembly.
Guides on aligning cables, drums, and tightening them onto the shaft.
Explains how to tension springs using winding bars, emphasizing safety.
Ensures the door operates smoothly after tension adjustments.
Confirms all nuts and bolts are securely fastened after installation.
Details care for Colorbond & coloured steel finishes to prevent corrosion.
Provides guidance on maintaining the door lock, recommending graphite.
Addresses squeaking hinges and advises on checking cables for wear.
Recommends checking door operation every six months for optimal performance.
The CSI® Classic Sectional Garage Door is designed to provide security, an attractive appearance, and smooth, low-effort operation for residential use. It is crucial to follow the installation instructions carefully to ensure optimal performance and to maintain the warranty.
The garage door operates by moving horizontally in sections, guided by vertical and horizontal tracks. A torsion spring system assists in lifting and lowering the door, balancing its weight for easy manual or automated operation. The door panels are connected by hinges, allowing them to articulate as the door moves. Rollers on the hinges run within the tracks, guiding the door's movement. Cables connect the bottom panel to cable drums on the torsion shaft, transmitting the spring's energy to assist in lifting.
The installation process begins with assembling the bottom door panel, attaching the bottom cable brackets, end hinges, and center hinges. Rollers are then fitted to the outer hinges. Proper lubrication of roller shafts and hinges with grease is essential before installation to ensure smooth operation.
The door panel is then positioned upright and centered in the garage door opening, ensuring it is level and has an even overlap on both sides. Vertical tracks are cut to the appropriate height (door height minus 280mm for standard head single track or 405mm for low head double track) and loosely fastened with wall fix brackets. The flat edge of the track must face the wall, and screw heads should be inside the track. Flag brackets are attached to the top of the vertical tracks. The vertical tracks are then installed, passing them over the bottom panel wheels, aligning them with the penciled lines, and ensuring their tops are level.
Subsequent door panels are installed by attaching end hinges and center hinges, working from the ends towards the center. A piece of cardboard is placed between panels to maintain the required gap. This process is repeated for all panels. The top panel is fitted with top corner brackets, secured with tek screws. The wheel and axle carriers are adjusted to ensure vertical alignment of the panels, preventing scraping or binding in the tracks. It is important not to force the track too tightly against the rollers. All wall-mounted brackets are then secured to eliminate further track movement.
The horizontal tracks are then installed. A suitable support holds the back of the horizontal track in position. For low headroom installations, the 22" reinforcement angle always goes on the lower track. The curved section of the horizontal track is attached to the flag bracket, ensuring screws are on the inside of the track. The end of the horizontal angle is attached to the top of the wall-mounted flag bracket, ensuring horizontal and vertical tracks are aligned. The rear of the horizontal track is secured with steel angle brackets, ensuring the track is level and square with the opening. Adequate fasteners into solid fixings are crucial due to the weight-bearing nature of the horizontal tracks.
The top panel is fitted by removing the sliding section from each top hanger, placing the panel with cardboard between the joint, and then refitting the sliding section with the axle into the track. The sliding section on the top door panel bracket should be loose, and the roller pushed to the front of the guide. The top panel is adjusted for clearance between head and jamb, and once satisfied, the slide bracket is tightened. Reinforcing bracing is placed at each end and to every intermediate stile, with the quantity depending on the door width.
The spring and shaft assembly involves attaching the bearing plate to each horizontal angle. The spring anchor plugs are secured to the center bearing. The left wound spring is located to the right side of the plate, and the right wound spring to the left. The completed spring assembly is slid over the shaft, and cable drums are slid into place, ensuring the correct drums are on the right ends as marked. The shaft assembly is then placed over the horizontal tracks, sliding one end through the bearing plate with the greatest side clearance, then inserting the opposite end. The spring bearing plate is raised until the shaft is level, and the bracket is positioned near the center of the header and securely fixed to the wall.
The cables are pulled up between the tracks and the door, aligned over the back of the cable drum, and inserted into the cable slot. The cable is laid over the highest outside groove of the drum, and the cable drum is tightened onto the shaft. A clamp is placed onto the shaft and against the lintel to prevent the cable from unwinding. This process is repeated for the second cable and drum, ensuring even alignment.
Springs are tensioned in the direction they are wound. A winding bar is inserted into the hole of the spring block, and the spring is wound 1/4 of a turn. A second winding bar is then inserted, and turning continues until the desired tension is achieved. Once the desired number of turns is completed, the set screws on the spring block are secured to the shaft, and winding bars are removed. It is crucial to always ensure the body and face are to the side of the winding bars during this process.
With the door in the closed position, the track wall brackets are loosened, and vertical tracks are moved to adjust clearance from the wall. All nuts and bolts are checked for secure fastening. The door's tension is checked by opening and closing it. If over-tensioned, the door will not close fully (remedy: reduce spring tension in 1/4 increments). If under-tensioned, the door will be heavy to lift (remedy: increase spring tension in 1/4 increments). The torque must always be taken up on the winding bar before releasing spring set screws.
Regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity and optimal performance of the CSI® Classic Sectional Door. It is recommended to check the door's operation at least every six months, or more frequently in extreme environments or with frequent use. The effort required to manually open and close the door should be consistent. If the door is difficult to operate in either direction, the inside surfaces of the guides should be cleaned. If the difficulty persists, the spring tension or other operational parts may require service by an experienced door technician.
For doors with an automatic opener, ensuring optimal door operation is particularly important to avoid reducing the opener's effective life. A professional service by an experienced door technician is recommended every 12 months, or earlier if required.
The pre-painted polyester finish requires attention to guard against premature corrosion and atmospheric effects. Harmful deposits can gather on the door surface and, if not removed regularly, can seriously affect its appearance and life. Washing the door with clean water and a cloth every 14 days is recommended, with particular care taken to clean areas not normally washed by rain.
The lock does not require special maintenance. If the keyway becomes stiff, powdered graphite is recommended; grease or oil should not be used. It is important not to disassemble the lock mechanism or allow paint to enter the keyway.
If hinges and hangers squeak or squeal during operation, it indicates that they need lubrication. Applying grease to the shaft will minimize this noise.
Cables should be checked regularly for corrosion, fraying, or tangling. Any evidence of these issues requires calling a service provider.
It is natural for springs to lose tension over time. When spring tension is adjusted or when the door is first installed, it is usual to apply a little more tension than required for balanced operation to allow for the normal "settling in" of the springs.
General| Horsepower | 1/2 HP |
|---|---|
| Remote Controls | 2 |
| Battery Backup | No |
| Security | Rolling Code |
| Power Source | Electric |
