Hired-Hand Curt-O-Matic User Manual
Curt-o-matic, Engineered for a lifetime of reliable operation, Maintenance

Curt-O-Matic
Emergency Ventilation System
HIRED-HAND, INC. • 1733 Co Rd 68 • Bremen, AL 35033
· Phone 256-287-1000 • Fax 256-287-2000
Manual Part No. 4802-0103 rev 10-02
Page 1 of 4
Engineered for a lifetime
of reliable operation!
Figure 1
CURT-O-MATIC II
CURT-O-MATIC automatically drops the
side curtains of your confinement house if
power should fail, or (with optional
thermostat) in the event of high temperature
extremes preventing thousands of dollars in
potential loss – a huge return for a small
investment!
1. Inspect Curt-O-Matic for damage in
transit. Check for loose, missing, or
damaged parts. Refer to Parts List on
Page 4.
2. If there are any missing parts or shipping
damage, do not attempt to repair the unit.
Contact your Distributor.
MAINTENANCE
Check Curt-O-Matic periodically to ensure
proper arm operation.
FEATURES
• CM II and CM III are available in 120 or
240 Volt models
• CM II is now available in 208v Models
• Curtain Chain Kit
• Easy
Installation
• Simple 3-wire hook-up
• 5 Minute (Approximately) time delay
• 5 year warranty
• Curt-O-Matic III can be hooked up to
your Alarm systems electronic audible,
to signal alarm if arm on system should
drop.
WARNING
When the CURT-O-MATIC is connected
and activated, THE ARM MAY
RELEASE AT ANY TIME.
PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED.
Disconnect the power cord, remove
curtain cable, and drop the arm before
maintenance. Failure to properly
disconnect system can result in property
damage, serious injury, or death!
WARRANTY
The CURT-O-MATIC has been manufactured
with the finest materials and components
available, and is backed by a five year warranty
against electrical and mechanical defects in
material and workmanship. If the Curt-O-Matic
fails to operate during this period, return it
prepaid to the place of purchase for repair or
replacement without charge at the
manufacturer’s option. Damage by accident or
abuse is not covered by this warranty. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may have other rights which vary from state to
state.
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