H&H Specialties 400 User Manual

P.O. Box 9327

South El Monte, CA 91733

manufacturer of stage equipment [phone] • [phone]

400 SERIES TRACK

Operation of any manual or motorized equipment should be accomplished only by trained personnel.
Operating personnel should be familiar with the systems installed, their operation, and suggested
maintenance intervals. In order to prevent potential damage to equipment and/or injury to personnel
these instructions must be understood and followed. If any doubt exists as to the correct operation
or maintenance of this equipment, questions should be directed to the stage equipment contractor
who installed your system, or the curtain track manufacturer, H & H Specialties Inc.

Training, experience, and common sense are integral parts of operating a theatrical curtain track
system.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF OPERATION:

1. Know your system. Become familiar with the look, feel, and sound of the system
and its components. Use all of your senses and become aware of your equipment and the
surroundings.

2. Know the capacity of the system. Become familiar with the capabilities and limitations
of all the components and the systems in general.

3. Use common sense during the operation of the systems. A noisy or hard pulling curtain
track indicates a problem. If something doesn't look or feel right, it probably isn't.

4. Perform regularly scheduled inspection and maintenance procedures on the curtain track
system. A curtain track system is a machine and must be treated as such.

5. Follow appropriate and safe practices when operating any equipment installed in the theatre.
Don't become overconfident.

MANUALLY OPERATED CURTAIN TRACK SYSTEM

Operation of the curtain track is a simple procedure. Operating lines stage left: To open the curtain,
pull down on the downstage operating line. To close the curtain, pull down on the opposite
operating line. Operating lines stage right: To open the curtain, pull down on the upstage operating
line. To close the curtain, pull down on the opposite operating line. The stage track is equipped
with an end stop/cord support at the center overlap to stop travel of the curtain in the "CLOSE"
position. When opening the curtain, the single carriers stack against the end pulleys on each side
as the curtain is opened. Speed at which the curtain may be opened or closed is dependent on weight
of curtain and the ability of the operator to motivate it in the direction required.

Office at: 2203 Edwards Ave • South El Monte, CA 91733

Fax: [phone] • www.hhspecialties.com

2006-11-17

P.O. Box 9327

South El Monte, CA 91733

manufacturer of stage equipment [phone] • [phone]

MOTORIZED CURTAIN TRACK SYSTEM

Operation of the motorized curtain track is a simple procedure. Normally a three-button control
station is provided to operate the curtain machine. The functions are “OPEN,” “CLOSE,” and
“STOP.” In some cases, curtain machine operation may be integrated into push-button panels that
control multiple machines or PLC’s that control the curtain machines and other machinery within
the theatre. Refer to curtain machine manual for specific instructions regarding their use.

The curtain track is equipped with an end stop at the center overlap to stop travel of the curtain in
the "CLOSE" position. The limit switch must be adjusted so that the master carrier does not strike
the end stop during travel. When opening the curtain, the single carriers stack against the double
end pulley as the curtain is opened. The limit switch must be adjusted so that carriers are loosely
spaced at the stacking end. Speed at which the curtain may be opened or closed is dependent on the
curtain machine furnished.

400 SERIES TRACK - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Periodic, regularly scheduled maintenance inspections are necessary for any mechanical system.
A theatrical curtain track system is no different. It has components that must be regularly inspected,
adjusted, maintained, and replaced. In order to keep your system safe and in good working order,
a regular inspection and maintenance program must be implemented.

The best way to maintain your theatrical curtain track system is by regular use. Each mechanical
device should be cycled a minimum of once each week. This will keep the grease properly
distributed in the bearings and allow the inspector to regularly check for unusual noise or drag in
the system. Plan a few minutes each week during a quiet period to operate each device. Listen for
unusual noise and determine the source if it appears. Do not allow any item to be operated or used
if there is any question as to its safety or integrity. Accidents and injuries can be the result. Most
accidents are the result of lack of training, complacency, and overconfidence. Do not assume
anything.

Follow the schedule outlined below as a minimum maintenance program. Once the operating
personnel has had an opportunity to work with the system during the first year, additional procedures
may be added or adjusted as is necessary depending on your facility requirements.

Office at: 2203 Edwards Ave • South El Monte, CA 91733

Fax: [phone] • www.hhspecialties.com

2006-11-17