Trac-Rite 944 - General Safety and Definitions; Understanding Safety Terms

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Thank you for purchasing Trac-Rite’s model 944 door. The following is an
instructional guide to take you through the steps of installing your new door. Be
sure to read and understand this entire installation manual including the warnings,
cautions, and notes before starting the installation of your new Trac-Rite door.
The following terms are defined as:
WARNING - serious personal injury or death can result from failure to follow instructions.
CAUTION - minor injury or property damage can result from failure to follow instructions.
NOTE - special attention should be given.
WARNING
!
Improper installation of anchoring devices or installation into unsound material may result in premature product
wear, product failure, property damage or serious personal injury.
Rolling steel doors are large, heavy objects that move with the help of springs under extreme tension. Since moving
objects and springs under tension can cause injuries, your safety and the safety of others depends on you reading
and following the instructions in this manual. Check your work prior to operating door.
WARNING
!
POTENTIAL HAZARD EFFECT PREVENTION
MOVING DOOR Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death
Keep people clear of opening while door is moving. Get
help or use support when lifting new door into place.
EXTREME SPRING
TENSION
Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death
Installation, repairs, and adjustments must be made by
a qualied door mechanic using proper tools, methods,
and instructions. Before winding torsion spring, make
sure door is fully open and curtain is wrapped on barrel.
Components under extreme spring tension can cause SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. Adjustments and repairs must
be made by a qualied door mechanic using proper tools and instructions. Do NOT attempt to adjust door tension
unless the door is in the “UP” position. Winding bar should be solid steel 1/2” diameter rod or 3/8” x 1/2” at.
WARNING
!
1
CAUTION
!
Spring Tension is Critical: Improper tensioning of the spring(s) can result in door damage and reduce the life of your
door. The door should not slam up or down during operation. Please refer to Page 8; Fig. 12. No warranty claims will
be honored due to damage caused by improperly tensioned spring(s).
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