TMI POLAR PRO 30Inch Wide x 96Inch High Swinging Doors User manual

Brand: TMI

Model: POLAR PRO 30Inch Wide x 96Inch High Swinging Doors

Type: User manual

TMI POLAR PRO 30Inch Wide x 96Inch High Swinging Doors are designed for use in cooler or freezer doorways, providing easy access and maintaining temperature control. They feature durable PVC panels that are resistant to cold temperatures, ensuring longevity and energy efficiency. Installation options include inside surface mount, in-jamb mount, and wall/in-jamb mount, allowing for flexible placement based on your doorway structure. The doors are equipped with adjustable tension springs for customized closing force, ensuring a secure seal when closed.

BRACKET SIZE:

❏17'' ❏23'' ❏29'' COLOR:

❏Clear

❏Orange

❏Gray

❏Black

❏ White

❏Blue

OPTIONS:

❏Vision Strip

❏Impact Plates Date of Purchase:

MOUNTING:

❏#1 Inside Surface

❏#2 In-Jamb

❏#3 Wall/In-Jamb

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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STRIP DOORS

BULK PVC ROLLS & STRIPS

MEGA-PRO™ SWINGING DOORS

RIP-A-STRIP™

ENCLOSURES

INDUSTRIAL CURTAINS

DOCK ACCESSORIES

AIR DOORS

DESIGN ENGINEERING

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

SPECIAL PACKAGING AND

DELIVERY SERVICES

If the door panels are too

long, the PVC panel will

buckle, allowing cold air to

escape. To remedy this,

the bottom of the panel

should be cut accordingly.

Aclearance of 1/8'' is

recommended.

(See Fig 11)

–7 –

Cut accordingly

SEALING

NOTES:

Fig. 11

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS

CHECK YOUR ORDER

Your POLAR-PRO™ Swinging Door was manufactured to your specific cooler

or freezer doorway width and height. Although installation is not complicated,

you will need a helper.

Do not use nails to attach the door panel brackets. 1/4'' x 11/2'' screws(6) and

washers(6) are included.

2 Door Panels are

attached to the inside

wall surface. For

Mounting Instructions,

see page 3.

2 Door Panels are

attached to the inside

of the doorway opening

using both door jambs.

For Mounting Instructions,

see page 4.

2 Door Panels are

placed on the inside of

the doorway opening,

but use the inside wall

surface for mounting.

For Mounting Instructions,

see page 5.

Thank you for choosing a Curtron quality

product.

The thickness of your door jamb will determine which mounting method to

use. While standing inside the cooler or freezer, measure from the back of

the closed door to the inside wall surface. (See drawings below.)

21/4'' or larger

INSIDE OF COOLER/FREEZER

Recommended for Non-Freezer/Cooler Doors

INSIDE OF COOLER/FREEZER

Front of Door

LS (Left Side) RS (Right Side)

#2. . . for IN-JAMB MOUNT

#3. . . for WALL/ IN-JAMB MOUNT

#1 . . . for INSIDE SURFACE MOUNT

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LS (Left Side) RS (Right Side)

#2. IN-JAMB MOUNTING

NOTE: There is a Left and Right Door Panel

unless otherwise specified

For adjustments, see pages 6 & 7

First, remove the Wall Mounting Plate from the

“U” Bracket. (See Fig. 3)

From inside the

cooler/freezer, measure

21/4'' in at the very top

of the jamb and place a

mark. Using a mason’s

level, draw a straight plumb line

7'' down from the mark. (See Fig.4 )

Place the “U” Bracket, with the PVC panel

attached, against the jamb, touching the header

and using the line to keep the panel vertically

straight. Mark the 4 holes. Remove the unit and

drill the holes. (See Fig. 5 )

NOTE: A 5/32'' drill bit should be used.

Next, do the same procedure on the

other side of the doorway opening.

Finally, put each bracket/panel in place and screw

down tightly to the door jamb using the supplied 1/4''

x 11/2'' screws and washers. (See Fig. 6 )

Fig. 4

Fig. 6

–4 –

Jamb

“U” Bracket

4 Mounting

Screws & Washers Header

CAUTION: Make sure that the door jamb is strong enough to support the weight

and force of the door. If questionable, check with cooler/ freezer manufacturer.

Inside of

Cooler/Freezer

Header

Jamb

Door

Fig. 5

LS (Left Side)

RS (Right Side)

NOTE: There is a Left and Right Door Panel unless otherwise specified.

However, when using this mounting method, the panels are reversed

from Method #1.

This methods is primarily used for non-cooler/freezer doors

For adjustments, see page 6 & 7

Do not disassemble the PVC panel from the bracket or remove

the hinge pin from the mounting plate.

#3. WALL / IN-JAMB MOUNTING

Finally, put each unit in place and screw down tight-

ly to the interior wall using the supplied 1/4'' x 11/2''

screws and washers. (See Fig. 8)

Fig. 8

–5 –

6 Mounting

Screws & Washers

Jamb

Wall Mounting

Plate

Header

Fig. 7

View

from Inside

Cooler/Freezer

Place the right Wall Mounting Plate with the PVC panel

attached, against the inside right corner of the

doorway opening. Mark the 6 holes. (See Fig. 7)

IMPORTANT: The panel must be able to move

freely beneath the door header and there should

be no gap between the door panel and the

header.

Remove the unit and drill the holes.

NOTE: A 5/32'' drill bit should be used.

NOTE: There should be

no gap between the door

panel and the header.

Wall

Mounting

Plate

“U” Bracket

Fig. 3

Do not disassemble the PVC panel from the bracket

or remove the hinge pin from the mounting plate.

CAUTION: Make sure that the door jamb is strong enough to support the weight

and force of the door. If questionable, check with cooler/ freezer manufacturer.

LS (Left Side)

RS (Right Side)

NOTE: There is a Left and Right Door Panel, unless otherwise specified.

For adjustments, see page 6 & 7

Do not disassemble the PVC panel from the bracket or remove

the hinge pin from the mounting plate.

#1. INSIDE SURFACE MOUNTING

Finally, put each unit in place and screw down

tightly to the interior wall using the supplied

1/4'' x 11/2'' screws and washers. (See Fig. 2)

Fig. 2

–3 –

6 Mounting

Screws & Washers

Jamb

Wall Mounting

Plate

Header

Fig. 1

CAUTION: Make sure that the door jamb is strong enough to support the weight

and force of the door. If questionable, check with cooler/ freezer manufacturer.

View

from Inside

Cooler/Freezer

Place the right bracket mounting plate with the PVC panel

attached, against the inside right corner of the doorway opening.

Mark the 6 holes. (See Fig. 1)

IMPORTANT: The panel must be able to move

freely beneath the door header and there

should be no gap between the door panel and

the header. Remove the unit and drill the

holes. NOTE: A 5/32'' drill bit should be used.

NOTE: There should be

no gap between the door

panel and the header.

If the panels are not aligning at the center overlap, a simple

adjustment can be made.

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS

–6 –

Loosen (DO NOT REMOVE) the

2 adjusting nuts. By moving the

adjustment plate to one side or

the other, it will force the panel

to move in the opposite direc-

tion. (See Fig. 9) i.e. Move the

plate to the right... the panel will

go left. (See Fig. 10)

Once both panels are exactly

perpendicular to one another,

tighten the adjustment nuts.

Fig. 9

CENTERING

Adjusting

Nut (2)

Adjusting

Nut (1)

Cam

TENSION

Tension

Screw

Lock

Nut

To tighten or loosen the cam spring

tension, first loosen the lock nut at

the bottom of the mounting bracket.

Using an allen wrench, move the

tension screw clockwise to tighten or

counterclockwise to loosen. Once

the proper tension is determined,

tighten the locknut.

If the door panels are not returning to a completely sealed position,

increased tension might be needed.

Adjustment

Plate

Fig. 10

Jamb

TMI POLAR PRO 30Inch Wide x 96Inch High Swinging Doors User manual