Apollo 7100 User manual

Model 7100
INSTALLATION MANUAL
04-01-97
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Gate Operators, Inc.
Residential & Medium Duty Commercial Slide Gate Operator

CONTENTS
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 2
Applications .................................................................................................... 3
Pre-Installation Checklist ............................................................................... 4
Parts Identification .......................................................................................... 5
Pad Installation ................................................................................................ 6
Operator Installation ....................................................................................... 7
Chain Bracket Installation .............................................................................. 8
Chain & Chain Bolt Installation ...................................................................... 9
Chain Magnets Installation ............................................................................. 10
Quick Release Operation ................................................................................ 11
Control Board Connections ............................................................................ 12
Control Board Adjustments ............................................................................ 13
Receiver Options ............................................................................................. 14
Warranty ........................................................................................................... 15

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION
WARNING—To reduce the risk of injury or death:
•Read this installation manual completely prior to installation.
•Installation should be performed by a professional installer.
•Required welding should be performed by a qualified welder.
•Should electricity be required, use a certified electrician only.
•Any device that requires 120 Volts AC should be U.L. approved.
•Review with the owner all safety concerns including:
⇒Do not operate the gate unless area around gate is in full view.
⇒Do not allow children or adults to “ride” on gate during operation.
⇒Do not allow children to play in the gate area.
⇒Periodically test the obstruction sensitivity to assure safe and
proper operation. **Do not test sensitivity by standing between the
gate and the hinge or stop post.
⇒Keep the remote control away from children.
⇒The “CAUTION AUTOMATIC GATE” sign should be clearly visible
from both sides of the gate.
⇒Always insure that the gate has closed securely before leaving
area.
⇒Arrange with local fire and law enforcement for emergency access.
⇒Always keep people and objects away from the gate. No person
should cross the path of the moving gate.
•Recommend safety devices such as loop detectors, edge switches, and
beam detectors when applicable.
•Install control devices such as keypads far enough away (5 feet or further)
from any moving parts of the operator and gate to prevent possible injury.
•Always disconnect the battery or power source when making adjustments
or repairs to any part of the gate or operator.
•All rollers should be covered to prevent injury.
Test the gate operator monthly. The gate must reverse on contact with a rigid
object or stop when an object activates the non contact sensors. After adjust-
ing the force or limit of travel, retest the gate operator. Failure to adjust and
retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk of injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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APPLICATIONS
The Apollo Model 7100 Slide Gate Operator is designed to handle a slide gate up
to 27 feet in total length (accomodates a 25 foot drive) and 400 pounds. A
professional fence or gate dealer is recommended to assure proper installation.
Apollo Gate Operators are available only through qualified dealers with an
outstanding reputation in the fence and gate industry. These dealers will be able to
recommend the proper equipment for particular applications. Apollo Gate
Operators are 12 Volt DC (Direct Current) powered. A 12 Volt marine type battery
is recommended. There are several advantages with 12 Volt DC systems:
•Battery powered operators provide up to 200 operations in the event of
power outages.
•The battery may be recharged with a trickle charger or by solar energy
(eliminating the need for costly trenching to remote entrances).
If a trickle charger is used and a standard electrical outlet is not readily available, a
licensed electrician will be required for proper electrical hook up.
The following table should be used as a guide for capacity of operation of operators
only, additional options may reduce the the daily usage. Please note that the charge
capability of solar panels will vary with different geographical locations.
Model # Daily Usage
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1-15 16-30 31-60 61-120 121+
201 5 watt solar panel w/battery
X
210 10 watts of solar panel w/battery
X
MSX20 20 watts of solar panel w/battery & regulator SRX6
X
MSX40 40 watts of solar panel w/battery & regulator SRX6
X
404 1.5 amp automatic charger w/battery
X
405 6 amp automatic charger w/battery (dual gates)
X
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PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
The following checklist should be used before beginning installation:
♦Verify that the proper operator has been selected for this application.
♦Verify proper installation and operation of the gate.
1. Are all rollers covered with a protective housing?
2. Are the rollers servicable?
3. Does the gate roll free and level?
4. Will the gate require a locking device?
5. Are the main posts sturdy enough to handle the gate & operator?
♦Determine the general location of the operator, chian brackets, and solar
panel (if used).
1. Is there a suitable location for the operator?
2.Can the solar panel (if used) be mounted in an unobstructed area facing
south?
3. Will additional solar panel cable be required?
4. Is electricity available (if required)?
♦Consider safety and access options. Recommend if needed.
1. Will there be chidren or animals in the area?
2. Are safety loops, edge switches, or photo beam detectors required?
3. How can the gate be opened in emergencies?
4. How will visitors enter and exit?
5. Will vehicles (and trailers) have sufficient room off roadway to operate any
control devices such as keypads?
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#273G
CAUTION Signs (2 each)
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
# L Bracket
Chain Brackets (2 )
#40 X 30
#40 Roller Chain (30 feet)
Tie Wraps (4 each)
#404
1.5 Amp Automatic Battery Charger (optional)
#40 Link
Master Chain Links (2 each)
7100
Operator
5/16 Washers, Lock
Nuts, & Nuts (8 each)
#5/16 X 2
5/16 U Bolts (4 each)
#201 #208
5 Watt Solar Panel & Bracket (optional)
#Bolt50
Chain Bolts with hardware (2 each)
#1933G
Magnetic Chain Limits
with hardware (2 each)
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PAD INSTALLATION
Pad Location
Driveway
Direction of Opening
12” 24”
24”
5”
The required depth of the
pad will vary from site to
site. Normally, the pad
should be at least 4” above
the surface and 18” below
(Figure A & B).
Fig. A Fig. B
In harder soil or rock, pilings may be preferred (Figure C).
Conduit requirements should be considered in the planning stage. If electrical power is required, a separate conduit should be
installed for electrical only. A certified electrician should be consulted for the proper conduit material (Figure D & E).
Fig. C
Fig. D
AREA FOR CONDUIT
ENTRY
3”
14”
5”
Fig. E
Note:
Allow the
concrete to cure
as per the
directions on the
bag. The
mounting holes
for the operator
should be drilled
after the concrete
has cured.
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Pad Location

OPERATOR INSTALLATION
3”- 5”
Chain path
(Make sure
the chain
path clears
all posts and
obstacles).
Mounting
Holes (4)
TOP VIEW
Four 1/2” anchor bolts (not supplied) are
recommended to mount the chassis. The
holes should be drilled with a 1/2”
concrete drill bit.
STEP 1. Set the operator on the pad as shown. Align the sprockets 3 to 5 inches from the inside
surface of the gate.
STEP 2. Mark the four mounting holes on the pad.
STEP 3. Remove the operator and drill the holes according to the anchor bolt manufacturers in-
structions.
STEP 4. Replace the operator and fasten to the pad.
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CHAIN BRACKET INSTALLATION
STEP 1. Assemble chain bracket with 5/16” U-bolt & hardware to each end of the gate as shown.
Do not tighten at this time.
STEP 2. Align the left chain
bracket slot with the top teeth
of the idler sprocket.
Idler Sprocket
Main Sprocket
STEP 3. Align the right
chain bracket slot with the
bottom teeth of the main
sprocket.
STEP 4. Tighten all hardware.
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CHAIN & CHAIN BOLT INSTALLATION
STEP 1. Connect chain bolt to the chain bracket as per Figure A & B on both ends of the gate.
STEP 2. Attach the chain to the chain bolt using the
master chain link.
Note: A chain breaking tool may
be required to reduce the chain to
the proper length.
Chain Path
Fig A Fig B
TIP: If welding
equipment is available,
tack weld the chain
bracket to the gate on
each end to prevent
slippage.
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CHAIN MAGNETS INSTALLATION
Align each magnet with the
corresponding switch on the
operator.
Connect the battery and adjust
the magnets for proper open &
close limits.
WARNING : Always disconnect
battery prior to relocating the
magnet.
Chain Path
Switch
Magnet
Switch
Magnet
Operator
Top View - Right Side
Front View
Switch
Magnet
Switch
Magnet
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1.
2.
TIP: If the gate automatically
opens after the close timer
expires, reverse the red &
black motor wires and reverse
the orange & white limit wires.

QUICK RELEASE OPERATION
Engaged
Engaged
Pull & turn 1/2 inch to disengage
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CONTROL BOARD CONNECTIONS #633/634
Emergency Bypass Connector
Used when the control board is not functioning. Unplug the
motor harness from the main connector and momentarily
insert into the Emergency Bypass Connector to open the
gate. In the event the motor is not disconnected quickly
enough, the blue 15 amp fuse will protect the circuit board
from damage and should be replaced when the original
problem is fixed.
8 Pin White Connector (two on 634)
7 Pin Black Connectors
1 Edge 1 Input
2 Edge 2 Input
3 Ground
4 Ground
5 Stop Input (N/C)
6 Close Input (N/O) 3 Button Control Only
7 Open Input (N/O)
8 Ground
9 Ground
10 Free Exit Input (recommended telephone
entry)
11 Ground
12 Under Gate Loop Input
13 Ground
14 Safety Loop Input
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1 Open Limit Input
2 Close Limit Input
3 Motor - Positive during open cycle, Negative during close cycle
4 Motor - Negative during open cycle, Positive during close cycle
5 Ground
6 Ground
7 Ground - Battery Negative
8 Battery Positive (+12 VDC)
8
6
4
2
7
5
3
1
3 Pin Black Connectors (3)
GND Ground
INP Input (Activates gate when momentarily connected to ground)
12V +12 Volt Output (For powering options - 2 Amps Max.)
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633/634 CONTROL BOARD ADJUSTMENTS
PROGRAM SWITCHES
Factory Description
Setting
#1 ON TIMER TO CLOSE - Automatically closes gate
ON - Close timer enabled OFF - Close timer disabled
#2 OFF CURRENT SENSITIVITY OPTION - Delays current sensing from start
ON - 4 second delay OFF - 2 second delay
#3 ON TIMER TO CLOSE OPTION
ON - timer to close works only when open limit switch is activated
OFF - timer to close works from any open gate position
#4 OFF DUAL CONTROL SLAVE OPTION
ON - disables slave side of dual board
OFF - enables slave side of dual board
#5 OFF DUAL CONTROL MASTER OPTION
ON - disables master side of dual board
OFF - Enables master side of dual board
#6 OFF MAXIMUM RUN TIMER OPTION
ON - stops and reverses gate if run timer times out before closing
OFF - stops gate if run timer times out before closing
#7 ON MAXIMUM RUN TIMER VALUE
ON - 10 to 30 seconds
OFF - 5 to 15 seconds
#8 ON TIMER TO CLOSE VALUE
ON - 20 to 70 seconds (adjustable)
OFF - 10 to 35 seconds (adjustable)
#9 OFF OPEN, STOP, CLOSE CONTROL ENABLE
ON - allows for open, stop, close unit (optional) to operate gate
TIMER TO CLOSE ADJUSTMENT
Rotate clockwise to increase time before gate closes.
Rotate counter clockwise to decrease time before gate
closes.
AUTO REVERSE SENSITIVITY
Rotate clockwise to decrease sensitivity (more force).
Rotate counter clockwise to increase sensitivity (less
force).
WARNING: The AUTO REVERSE SENSITIVITY
should be adjusted to prevent injury in the event of
someone being entrapped in the gate. This feature
should be periodically tested to assure proper
operation. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
CLOSE
TIMER
AUTO
REVERSE
SENSITIVITY
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Gate Operators RECEIVER OPTIONS
Multi-Code
Allister
Lift-Master
Genie
Heddolf
Linear
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
black gray gray
red
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
white
black
red
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
black
yellow
red
GND INP 12V
GND
INP
12V
white/silver common n/o
white/gold
4
3
2
1
white
black
red
white
Do not confuse the receiver code switches with the red program switches on the gate control board.
Never set all code switches to the same position. Transmitters must match code switches for proper operation.
If power is taken directly from battery or connected as shown below, receiver should be configured for 12VDC.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Apollo products are warranted against defects for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase, providing recommended installation
procedures are followed. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties
expressed or implied (some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you) and shall be
considered void if damage was due to improper installation or use,
connection to improper power source, or if damage was caused by fire,
flood, or lightning. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any labor
charges incurred in the removal or replacement of defective parts.
In case of failure due to defective material or workmanship during the
warranty period, the defective part will be repaired or replaced at the
manufacturer’s option at no charge if returned freight prepaid. New or factory
rebuilt replacements may be used. Replacement parts are warranted for the
remaining portion of the original warranty period. The manufacturer will pay
standard ground freight on the return of repaired or replaced items in
warranty.
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