Mars Air PH10-108 Installation Manual

Document No: ICM-IOM
Date: 0515

PHANTOM (PH10 and PH12) COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

SERIES

Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or
maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply
with these instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage. Retain these instructions for future
reference.

OVERVIEW

Mars Air Curtains
are designed to
cover door
openings,
providing both
temperature
control/environme
ntal separation
and flying insect
control, when the
building’s doors
are opened.
Typical
installation
heights are: Phantom 10 Series (Environmental up to
10’, Flying Insect Control up to 8’), and Phantom 12
Series (Environmental up to 12’, Flying Insect Control
up to 10’). The units are typically suspended from the
ceiling and hidden inside the false roof. They can also
be wall mounted using special brackets. The units are
ETL Listed, Canada and US, for either an inside or
outside mount. Heated units must be mounted on the
inside or the protected side of the opening. The motors
used in the Phantom 10 and Phantom 12 series are 1/2
HP and 1 HP respectively.

The Phantom Series come standard with an air intake
screen(s).

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Use this product only in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact the
manufacturer. Only qualified personnel should install
this product. Installing personnel should have a clear

understanding

of these

instructions
and should be
aware of
general safety

precautions.

Improper

installation
can result in
electric shock,
possible injury
due to coming
in contact with
moving parts,

as well as other potential hazards.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons, observe the following.
A. Always disconnect, lock and tag power source before

installing or servicing product.

B. Installation work or electrical wiring must be done by

qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.

C. The combustion airflow needed for safe operation of

fuel burning equipment in the area may be affected by
the product’s operation. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards, such
as those published by the National Fire Protection
Agency (NFPA), the American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE) and local code authorities.

D. When cutting or drilling into a wall or ceiling, be careful

not to damage electrical wiring and other hidden
utilities.

WARNING

Precaution should be taken in explosive atmospheres.

WARNING

When servicing the product, motor may be hot enough
to cause pain or injury. Allow motor to cool before
servicing.

RECEIVING AND INSPECTION

Upon receiving the product, check to make sure all
items are accounted for by referencing the Bill of Lading
to ensure all items were received. Inspect each carton
for shipping damage before accepting delivery. Notify
the freight carrier if any damage is noticed. The carrier
will make notification on the delivery receipt
acknowledging any damage to the product. All damage
should be noted on all copies of the Bill of Lading which
is countersigned by the delivering carrier. A Carrier
Inspection Report should be filled out by the carrier
upon arrival and a report given to the Traffic
Department. If damaged upon arrival, file a claim
immediately with the carrier. Any physical damage to
the unit after acceptance is not the responsibility of
Mars Air Systems.

UNPACKING

Verify that all parts, components and accessories, and
the correct quantities of each have been received. If
any items are missing, report shortages to Mars Air
Systems directly to arrange for obtaining the missing
items. Again, verify quantities received against those
on the Bill of Lading only, as multiple shipments may be
involved.

INSTALLATION

Typical Mounting – Wall or Ceiling Mounted
Horizontally Above the Door Opening

1. Gently remove all packaging materials, hardware and
all other accessories from interior of unit prior to
operating. Severe unit damage will occur if these items
are not removed prior to operation.

2. The intake screen can be opened by removing the two
screws on the bottom of the unit. The screen can be
removed from the unit by pulling the spring loaded
piano hinges. (FIG. 1)

3. All Phantom series have the Motor Fan Assembly
(MFA) shipped internally mounted.

4. All units are equipped with (4) 3/8’’ threaded inserts on
top for overhead installation (FIG. 2)

5. Determine the exact mounting locations to suspend
the unit above the ceiling so that the unit is centered
and parallel with the door opening. Use (4) threaded
rods to suspend the enclosure to the ceiling.

Note: When installed in the ceiling above the door, the

air curtain must be moved 3/8” away from the wall for
every 1" above the door height.

6. If applicable, extended wall mounting brackets are
available for attaching the unit to a wall.

7. If applicable, for tandem installation (units longer than
72”) of products mounted side by side, allow no more
than 6” between the two units. Note that (4) sets of
threaded rods are used to suspend each unit to the
ceiling or center mounting brackets are to be used for
joining and top mounting tandem units.

8. Mount the product such that the discharge is flush with
the ceiling.

9. All wires must be connected internal of the unit and
some knockouts are provided. However, it may be
necessary to create your own knockout, as required.

10. The unit must be wired per NEC and local codes.

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

Electrical Field Wiring

1. For electric models, reference the Heated Products
Supplement.

2. The unit and any optional accessories must be wired
with the proper voltage to the junction box per the
wiring diagram. (FIG. 3, unheated products only)