Apollo Hyppo User manual

APOLLO Gate Operators, Inc.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
06/09
HYPPO ETL
HYPPO DUAL ETL
12 VOLT DC Swing Gate Operator
Manufactured by NICE SpA
A member of the NICE group

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 3
Applications ........................................................................................................ 4
Pre-Installation Checklist .................................................................................. 5
Operator Components ....................................................................................... 6
Operator Dimension……………………………………………………………..…. 7
Operator Installation……………….. ............................................................ 8
Electrical Connections ……………………………………………………………… 11
Encoder Board Connections ………………………………………………………. 12
Limit Adjustments .............................................................................................. 13
Battery Connections ………………………………………………………………… 14
Programming Current Sensing ……………………………………………………. 15
Control Board .................................................................................................... 16
Siren Connection ………………………………………………………………….…. 21
Radio Receiver Options ………………………………………………………….…. 22
Specifications …………………………………………………………………………. 23
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 24

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WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury or death:
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READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
 Installation should be performed by a professional installer.
 Should electricity be required, use a certified electrician only.
 Any device that requires 120 Volts AC should be U.L. approved.
 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.
 A secondary entrapment device such as loop detectors, edge switches, and beam
detectors are highly recommended and required to meet the UL325 standard.
 Review with the owner all safety concerns including:
 Do not operate the gate unless area around gate is in full view.
 Never let children operate or play with operator controls. Keep the remote con-
trol away from children.
 Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS
THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE/ARM.
 Test the operator monthly (see Page 15 Programming the current sensitivity).
 The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an object
activates the non-contact sensors. After adjusting the force or limit of travel, re-
test the operator. Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can in-
crease the risk of injury or death.
 Arrange with local fire and law enforcement for emergency access.
 Always disconnect the battery or power source when making adjustments or
repairs to any part of the operator.
 The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate entrance.
 Auto Close feature not recommended without a safety device such as a loop
detector or photo eye.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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The HyppoETL Swing Gate Operator is designed to handle a swing gate up to 10
feet in total length and 400 lbs . Apollo 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 Operators are 12 Volt DC (Direct Current) powered. If a elec-
trical battery charger is used a 12 Volt sealed battery (33 ampere hour minimum) is
recommended . If solar charging is used a 12 volt 105 ampere hour battery is rec-
ommended. There are several advantages with 12 Volt DC systems:
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 Low voltage virtually eliminates risk of electrical shock.
 Battery powered operators can provide up to 500 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. All solar
panels and battery chargers are designed for use with a 12 volt battery.
Daily Cycles 1-10 1-20 1-40 1-60 1-80 80+
5 watt solar panel *
10 watt solar panel *
20 watt solar panel (requires SG4 regulator) *
30 watt solar panel (requires SG4 regulator) *
40 watt solar panel (requires SG4 regulator) *
1.5 amp battery charger *
10 amp battery charger *
Note: Double the amount of solar panels for Dual Operators.
APPLICATIONS

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The following checklist should be used before beginning installation:
Verify that the proper operator has been selected for this application.
Determine the general location of the operator, access controls, 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? If additional cable is required,
do not cut out the blocking diode when adding the cable.
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 eye detectors required? The auto
close feature is not recommended unless one or more of these devices are
used.
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
access control devices such as keypads?
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

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OPERATOR COMPONENTS
FGH
a Motor Assembly
b Arms (two pieces)
c Attach Bracket
d Mounting Hardware
e Manual Release Handel and Lock Keys
f Control Box
g Cable 8 FT OR 38 FT (Single or Dual)
h Caution signs (2)
I Battery Charger (optional)
J Solar Panel (optional) I J
A
B
C
D
E

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C
Operator Dimensions and Arm Lengths
Standard
Arms Extended Arms
(PART # NH-HYA12)
Amax 5-7/8 15-3/4
Bmax 13-3/4 17-3/4
Cmax 17-3/4 31-1/2
13-3/4 6-1/2
9-1/2
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3-1/2
Note: Extended arms are ordered separately

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Step 1: Disengage Motor using manual release and remove cover
Operator Installation

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Step 4: Assemble Arms
STEP 2: Remove motor
from mounting bracket
STEP 3: Install mounting bracket
A) Determine the height on the gate where the operator will attach.
B) Install mounting bracket using cart below
Note: Mounting bracket may be either welded or bolted.
17-3/4
B
3-1/2 4-3/8 5-7/8 7-7/8 9-7/8 11-13/16 13-3/4
A
4-3/8 85 91 110 105 105 100 95
5-1/8 98 97 120 110 110 105 100
5-7/8 104 103 115 115 110 105 96
Degrees of Swing for Standard Arm

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Step 6: Mount Gate Attach Bracket
Step 5: Re-install motor on bracket and install and arm assembly
Push the arms assembly
up against the gate in
the closed position. Tack
weld or c-clamp the gate
bracket to the gate. Per-
manent welds or bolt at-
tachment should be
completed once limits
are set.