Chamberlain Liftmaster SL3000101UL User manual

ELITE SERIES COMMERCIAL HIGH-TRAFFIC
AC SLIDE GATE OPERATOR
Model SL3000UL
INSTALLATION MANUAL
• THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE INSTALLED
AND SERVICED BY A TRAINED GATE
SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN ONLY.
• This model is for use on vehicular
passage gates ONLY and not intended
for use on pedestrian passage gates.
• This model is intended for use in Class
I, II, III and IV vehicular slide gate
applications.
• Visit LiftMaster.com to locate a
professional installing dealer in your
area.
• This gate operator is compatible with
MyQ®and Security+ 2.0®accessories.
SL3000101UL
1 HP Single Phase
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SAFETY 1
Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review ...............................................2
Usage Class ...........................................................................................3
UL325 Entrapment Protection Requirements ........................................3
Safety Installation Information...............................................................4
Gate Construction Information...............................................................5
INTRODUCTION 6
Carton Inventory ....................................................................................6
Operator Specifications..........................................................................7
Site Preparation .....................................................................................8
INSTALLATION 9
Types of Installations.............................................................................9
Step 1 Determine Location for Operator..............................................10
Step 2 Install the Operator...................................................................11
Step 3 Attach the Chain .......................................................................12
Step 4 Install Entrapment Protection ...................................................13
Step 5 Earth Ground Rod.....................................................................15
Step 6 Power Wiring............................................................................15
Step 7 Dual gate setup.........................................................................17
Step 8 install the cover ........................................................................18
ADJUSTMENT 19
Adjust the Handing and Limits.............................................................19
Fine Tune the Force .............................................................................20
Obstruction Test ..................................................................................20
OPERATOR OVERVIEW 21
CONTROL BOARD OVERVIEW 22
Learn Button ........................................................................................23
Diagnostic Display ...............................................................................23
Handing Buttons ..................................................................................23
Bipart Delay .........................................................................................23
Timer-to-Close (TTC)...........................................................................23
Reversal Force Dial ..............................................................................24
Test Buttons.........................................................................................24
Status LEDs .........................................................................................24
WIRE ACCESSORIES TO CONTROL BOARD 25
Three Button Control Station ...............................................................25
Fire Department ...................................................................................25
Loops...................................................................................................25
Photoelectric Sensors and Edge Sensors ............................................26
Locks ...................................................................................................26
EXPANSION BOARD OVERVIEW 27
Exit Fail Switch.....................................................................................27
AC Fail Switch......................................................................................27
Anti Tail Switch....................................................................................27
Quick Close Switch ..............................................................................27
Auxiliary Relay 1 and 2 ........................................................................28
WIRE ACCESSORIES TO EXPANSION BOARD 29
Photoelectric Sensors and Edge Sensors ............................................29
Control Station.....................................................................................29
Loops...................................................................................................30
ADDITIONAL WIRING 30
SAMS Wiring With Relays Not Energized ............................................30
Field Wiring..........................................................................................31
PROGRAMMING 32
Remote Controls (Not Provided) .........................................................32
LiftMaster Internet Gateway (not provided) .........................................33
Constant Pressure Override (CPO) ......................................................33
Gate hold open feature.........................................................................33
Erase All Codes....................................................................................33
To Remove and Erase Monitored Entrapment
Protection Devices...............................................................................33
SETTINGS 34
Gate Operator Setup Examples ............................................................34
Dual Gate Settings ...............................................................................35
MAINTENANCE 36
Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................36
Maintenance Chart...............................................................................36
TROUBLESHOOTING 37
Diagnostic Codes.................................................................................37
Diagnostic Codes Table .......................................................................38
Operator Alarm ....................................................................................40
Troubleshooting Chart .........................................................................41
ACCESSORIES 43
REPAIR PARTS 45
WARRANTY 46
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
When you see these Safety Symbols and Signal Words on the following pages, they will alert
you to the possibility of Serious Injury or Death if you do not comply with the warnings that
accompany them. The hazard may come from something mechanical or from electric shock.
Read the warnings carefully.
When you see this Signal Word on the following pages, it will alert you to the possibility of
damage to your gate and/or the gate operator if you do not comply with the cautionary
statements that accompany it. Read them carefully.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
• BEFORE attempting to install, operate or maintain the operator, you must read and fully
understand this manual and follow all safety instructions.
• DO NOT attempt repair or service of your gate operator unless you are an Authorized
Service Technician.
MECHANICAL
ELECTRICAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review

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Usage Class
Class I - Residential Vehicular Gate Operator
A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in garages or
parking areas associated with a residence of one-to four single families.
Class II - Commercial/General Access Vehicular
Gate
A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a commercial
location or building such as a multi-family housing unit (five or more
single family units), hotel, garages, retail store, or other buildings
accessible by or servicing the general public.
Class III - Industrial/Limited Access Vehicular
Gate
A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in an industrial
location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other
locations not accessible by or intended to service the general public.
Class IV - Restricted Access Vehicular Gate
Operator
A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a guarded
industrial location or building such as an airport security area or other
restricted access locations not servicing the general public, in which
unauthorized access is prevented via supervision by security personnel.
UL325 Entrapment Protection Requirements
lAminimum of two independent* monitored entrapment protection
devices are required to be installed at each entrapment zone
lEvery installation is unique. It is the responsibility of the installer to
install external monitored entrapment protection devices in each
entrapment zone
lThis vehicular slide gate operator will operate only after installation
of a minimum of two independent* monitored entrapment protection
devices in each direction; two in the open direction and two in the
close direction.
lEntrapment protection device types include inherent (built into the
operator), monitored external photoelectric sensors or monitored
external edge sensors
lThis operator is provided with an inherent entrapment protection
device built into the operator that serves as one of the two
independent devices
* Independent - the same type of device shall NOT be used for both
entrapment protection devices.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of INJURY or DEATH:
lREAD AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
lNEVER let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the
remote control away from children.
lALWAYS keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE
SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.
lTest the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact
with an object or reverse when an object activates the noncontact
sensors. After adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the
gate operator. Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly
can increase the risk of INJURY or DEATH.
lUse the emergency release ONLY when the gate is not moving.
lKEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the owner’s manual.
Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate hardware.
lThe entrance is for vehicles ONLY. Pedestrians MUST use separate
entrance.
lSAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Safety Installation Information
1. Vehicular gate systems provide convenience and security. Gate systems
are comprised of many component parts. The gate operator is only one
component. Each gate system is specifically designed for an individual
application.
2. Gate operating system designers, installers and users must take into
account the possible hazards associated with each individual
application. Improperly designed, installed or maintained systems can
create risks for the user as well as the bystander. Gate systems design
and installation must reduce public exposure to potential hazards.
3. A gate operator can create high levels of force in its function as a
component part of a gate system. Therefore, safety features must be
incorporated into every design. Specific safety features include:
lEdges Sensors (contact)
lGuards for Exposed Rollers
lPhotoelectric Sensors
lScreen Mesh
lVertical Posts
lInstructional and Precautionary Signage
4. Install the gate operator only when:
a. The operator is appropriate for the construction and the usage
class of the gate.
b. All openings of a horizontal slide gate are guarded or screened
from the bottom of the gate to a minimum of 6 feet (1.8 m) above
the ground to prevent a 2-1/4 inches (6 cm) diameter sphere from
passing through the openings anywhere in the gate, and in that
portion of the adjacent fence that the gate covers in the open
position.
c. All exposed pinch points are eliminated or guarded, and guarding
is supplied for exposed rollers.
5. The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for
vehicles. Pedestrians must be supplied with a separate access opening.
The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian
usage. Locate the gate such that persons will not come in contact with
the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.
6. The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is
supplied between the gate and adjacent structures when opening and
closing to reduce the risk of entrapment.
7. The gate must be properly installed and work freely in both directions
prior to the installation of the gate operator.
8. Permanently mounted access controls intended for users to activate,
must be located at least 6 feet (1.8m) away from any moving part of
the gate and where the user is prevented from reaching over, under,
around or through the gate to operate the controls. Outdoor or easily
accessible controls shall have a security feature to prevent unauthorized
use. Exception: Emergency access controls only accessible by
authorized personnel (e.g. fire, police) may be placed at any location in
the line-of-sight of the gate.
9. The Stop and/or Reset (if provided separately) must be located in the
line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of the reset control shall not cause
the operator to start.
10. A minimum of two (2) WARNING SIGNS shall be installed in the area
of the gate. Each placard is to be visible by persons located on the side
of the gate on which the placard is installed.
11. For a gate operator utilizing a non-contact sensor:
a. Reference owner’s manual regarding placement of non-contact
sensor for each type of application. See Install Entrapment
Protection section.
b. Care shall be exercised to reduce the risk of nuisance tripping,
such as when a vehicle trips the sensor while the gate is still
moving.
c. One or more non-contact sensors shall be located where the risk of
entrapment or obstruction exists, such as the perimeter reachable
by a moving gate or barrier.
12. For a gate operator utilizing a contact sensor such as an edge sensor:
a. One or more contact sensors shall be located where the risk of
entrapment or obstruction exists, such as at the leading edge,
trailing edge and post mounted both inside and outside of a
vehicular horizontal slide gate.
b. A hard wired contact sensor shall be located and its wiring
arranged so the communication between the sensor and the gate
operator is not subject to mechanical damage.
c. A wireless device such as one that transmits radio frequency (RF)
signals to the gate operator for entrapment protection functions
shall be located where the transmission of the signals are not
obstructed or impeded by building structures, natural landscaping
or similar obstruction. A wireless device shall function under the
intended end-use conditions.
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Gate Construction Information
Vehicular gates should be installed in accordance with ASTM F2200: Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction. For a copy,
contact ASTM directly at 610-832-9585 or www.astm.org.
1. General Requirements
1.1 Gates shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions
given for the appropriate gate type listed, refer to ASTM F2200
for additional gate types.
1.2 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed to not fall
over more than 45 degrees from the vertical plane, when a
gate is detached from the supporting hardware.
1.3 Gates shall have smooth bottom edges, with vertical bottom
edged protrusions not exceeding 0.50inches (12.7 mm) when
other than the exceptions listed in ASTM F2200.
1.4 The minimum height for barbed tape shall not be less than 8
feet (2.44m) above grade and for barbed wire shall not be
less than 6 feet (1.83m) above grade.
1.5 An existing gate latch shall be disabled when a manually
operated gate is retrofitted with a powered gate operator.
1.6 A gate latch shall not be installed on an automatically operated
gate.
1.7 Protrusions shall not be permitted on any gate, refer to ASTM
F2200 for Exceptions.
1.8 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed such that
their movement shall not be initiated by gravity when an
automatic operator is disconnected, in accordance with the
following.
1.8.1 Vehicular horizontal slide gate. Shall not result in continuous,
unimpeded movement in either lineal direction of its travel.
1.9 For pedestrian access in the vicinity of an automated vehicular
gate, a separate pedestrian gate shall be provided. The
pedestrian gate shall be installed in a location such that a
pedestrian shall not come in contact with a moving vehicular
access gate. A pedestrian gate shall not be incorporated into
an automated vehicular gate panel.
2. Specific Applications
2.1 Any non-automated gate that is to be automated shall be
upgraded to conform to the provisions of this specification.
2.2 This specification shall not apply to gates generally used for
pedestrian access and to vehicular gates not to be automated.
2.3 When the gate operator requires replacement, the existing gate
shall be upgraded to conform to the provisions of this
specification.
2.4 When the gate of an automated gate system requires
replacement, the new gate shall conform to the provisions of
this specification.
3. Vehicular Horizontal Slide Gates
3.1 The following provisions shall apply to Class I, Class II and Class III
vehicular horizontal slide gates:
3.1.1 All weight bearing exposed rollers 8feet (2.44m), or less, above
grade shall be guarded or covered.
3.1.2 All openings shall be designed, guarded, or screened from the
bottom of the gate to the top of the gate or a minimum of 6 ft.
(1.83m) above grade, whichever is less, to prevent a 2 1⁄4in.
(57mm) diameter sphere from passing through the openings
anywhere in the gate, and in that portion of the adjacent fence that the
gate covers in the open position. The gate panel shall include the
entire section of the moving gate,including any back frame or
counterbalance portion of the gate.
3.1.3 A gap, measured in the horizontal plane parallel to the roadway,
between a fixed stationary object nearest the roadway, (such as a gate
support post) and the gate frame when the gate is in either the fully
open position or the fully closed position, shall not exceed 2
1/4inches (57mm). Exception: All other fixed stationary objects
greater than 16 in. (406 mm) from the gate frame shall not be
required to comply with this section.
3.1.4 Positive stops shall be required to limit travel to the designed fully
open and fully closed positions. These stops shall be installed at
either the top of the gate, or at the bottom of the gate where such
stops shall horizontally or vertically project no more than is required
to perform their intended function.
3.1.5 All gates shall be designed with sufficient lateral stability to assure
that the gate will enter a receiver guide, refer to ASTM F2200 for
panel types.
3.2 The following provisions shall apply to Class IV vehicular horizontal
slide gates:
3.2.1 All weight bearing exposed rollers 8feet (2.44m), or less, above
grade shall be guarded or covered.
3.2.2 Positive stops shall be required to limit travel to the designed fully
open and fully closed positions. These stops shall be installed at
either the top of the gate, or at the bottom of the gate where such
stops shall horizontally or vertically project no more than is required
to perform their intended function.
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Carton Inventory
NOT SHOWN: Documentation Packet, Chain #41 - 25 feet, Eye Bolt Kit
Tools Needed
1/2" wrench for cover screw 5/16", 3/4" wrench for 1/2" concrete anchors, Screwdrivers (phillips head and flat head), Cable cutters and strippers
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Operator Specifications
Usage Classification Class I, II, III, & IV
Main AC Supply Model SL3000501UL 1/2 HP: 120 Vac, 6 Amps (12 Amps including accessory outlets)
Model SL3000101UL 1 HP: 120 Vac, 12 Amps (18 Amps including accessory outlets)
When Optional Transformer Kit Model 3PHCONV is installed in the field, operator is rated
208/240/480/575 VAC, 4.8/4.2/2.1/1.7 A, 60 Hz, 1 PH
Accessory Power 24 Vdc, 500 mA max. for ON + SW (switched)
Maximum Gate Weight Model SL3000501UL 1/2 HP: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
Model SL3000101UL 1 HP: 2000 lbs. (907.2 kg)
Minimum Gate Travel Distance 4 feet (1.2 m)
Maximum Gate Travel Distance 52 feet (15.85 m)
Maximum Gate Travel Speed 1 foot/second
Maximum Daily Cycle Rate Continuous
Maximum Duty Cycle Continuous
Operating Temperature Without Heater: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
With Optional Heater: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Expansion Board Provided
External Entrapment Protection Device Inputs (non-contact
and/or contact)
Main board - up to 2 close entrapment protection devices and 1 open entrapment
protection device.
Expansion board - up to 3 entrapment protection devices configurable to either close or
open and up to 4 edge sensors using wireless edge sensor kit model LMWEKITU .
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Site Preparation
Check the national and local building codes BEFORE installation.
Conduit and Concrete Pad
Trench and install conduit. Before trenching, contact underground utility
locating companies. Conduit must be UL approved for low and high
voltage. Consider the operator placement BEFORE installing the pad or post.
Safety
Entrapment protection devices are required to protect against any
entrapment or safety conditions encountered in your gate
application. Install a warning sign (two provided) on the inside and
outside of the property, where easily visible.
Gate
Gate must be constructed and installed according to ASTM F2200 standards
(refer to page 4). Gate must fit specifications of operator (refer to
specifications).
Additional Accessories
The vehicle loops allow the gate to stay open when vehicles are
obstructing the gate path. Suggested for vehicles 14 feet (4.27 m)
or longer. Vehicle loops are not required but are recommended.
Before installing your Access Control Device(s) be sure to complete
a site survey and determine the best device for your site needs.
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lTo AVOID damaging gas, power or other underground utility lines,
contact underground utility locating companies BEFORE digging more
than 18 inches (46 cm) deep.
lDO NOT touch the heater when switch is on, heater may be hot.
Types of Installations
Standard Installation Rear Installation
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Step 1 Determine Location for Operator
Check the national and local building codes before installation.
Standard Installation
1. The gate operator should be installed near the front roller of the gate. Lay out the concrete pad.
2. Install the electrical conduit.
3. Pour a concrete pad (reinforced concrete is recommended).
Rear Installation
1. The gate operator should be installed near the back of the gate in the OPEN position. Lay out the concrete pad.
2. Install the electrical conduit.
3. Pour a concrete pad (reinforced concrete is recommended).
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Step 2 Install the Operator
Attach the operator to the concrete pad with appropriate fasteners. The gate operator should be installed near the front roller of the gate or near the back of
the gate (in the OPEN position). The space between the gate and the output sprocket must be a minimum of 4 inches (10.2 cm).
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Step 3 Attach the Chain
Standard Installation
DO NOT run the operator until instructed.
1. Manually open the gate and line up the front bracket so the chain will be level with the idler pulley and parallel to the ground. Weld the front bracket in
this position.
2. Manually close the gate and line up the rear bracket so the chain will be level with the idler pulley and parallel to the ground. Weld the rear bracket in
this position.
3. Route the chain through the operator.
4. Connect the chain to the brackets using the eye bolt hardware. Chain should not be too tight or have excessive slack.
5. Remove the pin from the vent plug on the gear box.
The chain should have no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of sag for every 10 feet (3 m) of chain length.
Rear Installation
DO NOT run the operator until instructed.
NOTE: This installation will require two extra idler pulleys. Make sure all
exposed pinch points are guarded. Refer to Gate Construction
Information on page 4.
1. Move the back pulley to the bottom hole in the operator.
2. Manually close the gate and align the bottom bracket so the chain
will be level with the bottom idler pulley and parallel to the ground.
Weld the bottom bracket in this position.
3. Align the top bracket so the chain will be level with the top idler
pulley and parallel to the ground. Weld the upper bracket in this
position.
4. Route the chain through the operator.
5. Connect the chain to the brackets using the eye bolt hardware. Chain
should not be too tight or have excessive slack.
6. Remove the pin from the vent plug on the gear box (see above).
The chain should have no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of sag for every 10
feet (3 m) of chain length.
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To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:
lALL gate operator systems REQUIRE two independent entrapment
protection systems for each entrapment zone.
lEntrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone
who may come near a moving gate.
lLocate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and
close gate cycles.
lLocate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate
and RIGID objects, such as posts, walls, pillars, columns, or operator
itself.
Step 4 Install Entrapment Protection
Entrapment protection MUST be installed according to the following UL
325 requirements:
lSlide gate operators require a minimum of two external monitored
entrapment protection devices to function; one in the open direction
and one in the close direction.
lEvery installation is unique. It is the responsibility of the installer to
ensure that ALL entrapment zones are protected with an external
monitored entrapment protection device, protecting both the open
and close gate cycles.
lLiftMaster monitored external entrapment protection devices MUST
be used with LiftMaster operators to meet UL325 requirements,
see Accessories.
lTest ALL entrapment protection devices after completing installation
of the operator. For testing instructions, refer to the manual provided
with your entrapment protection device.
Definitions
ENTRAPMENT: The condition when a person is caught or held in a
position that increases the risk of injury.
SLIDE GATE ENTRAPMENT ZONE: An entrapment zone exists if at any
point during travel, the gap between the gate and any opposing fixed edge
or surface such as posts, walls, pillars, columns or operator itself, is less
than 16" (406 mm) in a location up to 6 ft. (1.8 m) above grade.
Illustrations provided by DASMA Gate Systems Safety Guide
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Wire Entrapment Protection Devices
There are three options for wiring the entrapment protection devices depending on the specific device and how the device will function. Refer to the specific
entrapment protection device manual for more information. These entrapment protection device inputs are for monitored devices, which include pulsed
photoelectric sensors, resistive edge sensors, and pulsed edge sensors. Only one monitored entrapment protection device may be wired to each input.
Additional entrapment protection devices may be wired to the expansion board.
Control Board
CLOSES EYES/INTERRUPT
(2 Terminals) The CLOSE EYES/INTERRUPT input is for photoelectric
sensor entrapment protection for the close direction. When an
obstruction is sensed during gate closing the gate will open to the full
open position and resets the Timer-to-Close. This input will be
disregarded during gate opening.
CLOSE EDGE
(2 Terminals) The CLOSE EDGE input is for edge sensor entrapment
protection for the close direction. When an obstruction is sensed during
gate closing the gate will reverse to the full open position, disengaging
the Timer-to-Close. This input will be disregarded during gate opening.
OPEN EYES/EDGE
(2 Terminals) The OPEN EYES/EDGE input is for photoelectric sensor or
edge sensor entrapment protection for the open direction. When an
obstruction is sensed during gate opening the gate will reverse for 4
seconds then stop. This input will be disregarded during gate closing.
Expansion Board
EYE ONLY and COM
Open or Close Direction Photoelectric Sensors, the functionality is based
on the switch settings (located next to the terminals)
Switch set to CLOSE: gate reverses fully when an obstruction is sensed
Switch set to OPEN: gate reverses 4 seconds when an obstruction is
sensed
EYE/EDGE and COM
Open or Close Direction Photoelectric Sensors or Edge Sensor, the
functionality is based on the switch settings (located next to the
terminals)
Switch set to CLOSE: gate reverses fully when an obstruction is sensed
Switch set to OPEN: gate reverses 4 seconds when an obstruction is
sensed
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Step 5 Earth Ground Rod
Use the proper earth ground rod for your local area. The ground wire
must be a single, whole piece of wire. Never splice two wires for the
ground wire. If you should cut the ground wire too short, break it, or
destroy its integrity, replace it with a single wire length.
1. Install the earth ground rod within 3 feet (.9 m) of the operator.
2. Run wire from the earth ground rod to the operator.
NOTE: If the operator is not grounded properly the range of the remote
controls will be reduced and the operator will be more susceptible to
lightning and surge damage.
Step 6 Power Wiring
To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:
lANY maintenance to the operator or in the area near the operator
MUST NOT be performed until disconnecting the electrical power (AC
or solar and battery) and locking-out the power via the operator power
switch. Upon completion of maintenance the area MUST be cleared
and secured, at that time the unit may be returned to service.
lDisconnect power at the fuse box BEFORE proceeding. Operator
MUST be properly grounded and connected in accordance with
national and local electrical codes. NOTE: The operator should be on a
separate fused line of adequate capacity.
lALL electrical connections MUST be made by a qualified individual.
lDO NOT install ANY wiring or attempt to run the operator without
consulting the wiring diagram.
lALL power wiring should be on a dedicated circuit and well protected.
The location of the power disconnect should be visible and clearly
labeled.
lALL power and control wiring MUST be run in separate conduit.
For dual gate applications, power will have to be connected to each operator. Main power supply and control wiring MUST be run in separate
conduits. An optional Transformer Kit (Model 3PHCONV) can be used to change the input voltage (208/240/480/575 Vac) to an output voltage of 120
Vac (refer to Accessories).
NOTE: If using an external receiver use shielded wire for the connections and mount the receiver away from the operator to avoid interference from the
operator.
MAXIMUM WIRE LENGTH (FEET)
AMERICAN
WIRE
GAUGE
(AWG)
1/2 HP STANDARD
OPERATOR
1.0 HP STANDARD
OPERATOR
TRANSFORMER KIT POWERING OPERATOR AND PARTIAL LOAD OF 120
VAC ACCESSORIES
120 VAC,
12A (includes
fully loaded
outlets)
120 VAC, 6A
(operator
only)
120 VAC,
18A (includes
fully loaded
outlets)
120 VAC,
12A (operator
only)
208 VAC, 4.8A 240 VAC, 4.2A 480 VAC, 2.1A 575 VAC, 1.7A
14 85 (25.9 m) 165 (50.3 m) 55 (16.8 m) 85 (25.9 m) 360 (109.7 m) 480 (146.3 m) 1,900 (579.1 m) 2,800 (853.4 m)
12 130 (39.6 m) 260 (79.2 m) 90 (27.4 m) 130 (39.6 m) 570 (173.7 m) 750 (228.6 m) 3,000 (914.4 m) 4,500 (1,371.6 m)
10 210 (64 m) 420 (128 m) 140 (42.7 m) 210 (64 m) 900 (274.3 m) 1,200 (365.8 m) 4,800 (1,463 m) 7,100 (2,164.1 m)
8330 (100.6 m) 670 (204.2 m) 220 (67.1 m) 330 (100.6 m) 1,400 (462.7 m) 1,900 (579.1 m) 7,600 (2,316.5 m) 11,300 (3,444.2 m)
6530 (161.5 m) 1,060 (323.1m) 350 (106.7 m) 530 (161.5 m) 2,300 (701 m) 3,000 (914.4 m) 12,100 (3,688.1 m) 18,000 (5,486.4 m)
4850 (259.1 m) 1,700 (518.2m) 560 (170.7 m) 850 (259.1 m) 3,700 (1,127.8 m) 4,800 (1,463 m) 19,300 (5,882.6 m) 28,500 (8,686.8 m)
Chart assumes: copper wire, 65°C, 5% drop
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All control wiring used to connect external devices to Class 2 circuits of the operator must be (QPTZ) Power-Limited Circuit Cables, Type CL2, CL2P,
CL2R, or CL2X or other cable with equivalent or better electrical, mechanical, and flammability ratings.
Power wiring
1. Make sure the AC power switch on the operator is OFF (the AC power switch will turn the incoming 120 Vac power ON or OFF).
2. Turn off the AC power from the main power source circuit breaker.
3. Run the AC power wires to the junction box on the operator.
4. Remove the junction box cover.
5. Connect the green wire to the earth ground rod and AC ground using a wire nut. NOTE: The earth ground rod can be grounded to the chassis.
6. Connect the white wire to NEUTRAL using a wire nut.
7. Connect the black wire to HOT using a wire nut.
8. Replace the junction box cover. Ensure the wires are not pinched.
9. Turn on the AC power from the main power source circuit breaker.
10. Turn on the AC power switch.
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Step 7 Dual gate setup
There are two options for dual gate communication: wired or wireless. Follow the directions according to your application. Do not use wired and
wireless communication simultaneously.
Wireless setup
To activate the wireless feature:
1. Choose an operator to be the network primary operator. All wireless accessories will need to be programmed to the primary operator. NOTE: We
recommend that all accessories and board configurations are set on the primary operator.
2. Press and release the LEARN button on the primary operator. The green XMITTER LED will light. NOTE: The operator will time out of programming
mode after 180 seconds.
3. Press and release the LEARN button again on the primary operator. The yellow NETWORK LED will light.
4. Press and release the OPEN test button to assign this operator as network primary.
5. Press and release the LEARN button on the second operator. The green XMITTER LED will light.
6. Press and release the LEARN button again on the second operator. The yellow NETWORK LED will light.
7. Press and release the CLOSE test button to assign this operator as network second.
Both operators will beep and the yellow NETWORK LEDs will turn off indicating programming is successful.
To deactivate the wireless feature:
1. Press and release the LEARN button on either operator. The green XMITTER LED will light.
2. Press and release the LEARN button again on the same operator. The yellow NETWORK LED will light.
3. Press and hold the LEARN button for 5 seconds. The yellow NETWORK LED will blink (operator will beep) then turn off indicating successful
deactivation.
4. Repeat the steps for the other operator.
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DUAL GATE WIRE TYPE (SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR CABLE)
22AWG up to 200feet (61m) 18AWG - 200-1000feet (61-305m)
Wire must be rated at 30 Volt minimum
Wired setup
Before digging, contact local underground utility locating companies. Use
PVC conduit to prevent damage to cables.
1. Disconnect ALL power to the operator.
2. Trench across driveway to bury the shielded twisted pair cable.
3. Connect the wires from the shielded twisted pair cable to the Com Link terminals on the primary gate operator control board. NOTE: We recommend
that all accessories and board configurations are set on the primary operator.
4. Route the shielded twisted pair cable to the secondary gate operator's control board.
5. Connect the wires from the shielded twisted pair cable to the Com Link terminals on the secondary control board (Com Link A to Com Link A and Com
Link B to Com Link B). Ground the shield of the cable to the chassis ground of one operator.
6. Connect ALL power to the operator.
Step 8 install the Cover
Before installing the cover, follow the instructions in the Adjustment
section to set the handing and limits.
1. Slide the cover over the operator.
2. Align the hole in the cover with the threaded hole in the operator's
chassis and secure the cover with the provided screw.
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Adjust the Handing and Limits
To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:
lWithout a properly installed safety reversal system, persons
(particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or
KILLED by a moving gate.
lToo much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety
reversal system.
lNEVER increase force beyond minimum amount required to move
gate.
lNEVER use force adjustments to compensate for a binding or sticking
gate.
lIf one control (force or travel limits) is adjusted, the other control
may also need adjustment.
lAfter ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be
tested. Gate MUST reverse on contact with an object.
The adjustments allow you to set where the gate will stop in the open and
close position. The force is adjusted automatically when you set the
limits but should be fine tuned using the FORCE dial on the control
board (refer to Force Dial section). The Test Buttons on the control board
will not work until the handing is set. For dual gate applications the
limits will have to be set for each operator. The gate MUST be attached to
the operator before setting the limits and force.
OPEN RIGHT: If the operator is installed on the right side of the driveway
when looking out of the property, the gate should be set to open right.
OPEN LEFT: If the operator is mounted on the left side of the driveway
when looking out of the property, the gate should be set to open left.
Set the handing
1. To set the initial handing of the operator, make sure that both OPEN
LEFT and OPEN RIGHT LEDs are flashing. If they are not flashing,
press and hold both the OPEN LEFT and OPEN RIGHT handing
buttons until both handing LEDs start to flash and the operator
beeps.
2. Press and release either the OPEN RIGHT or OPEN LEFT button
depending on which direction the gate should open. The
corresponding handing LED will turn solid.
To relearn the handing, repeat the steps above.
Set the limits
1. Make sure the gate is closed.
2. Press and release the OPEN test button to open the gate.
3. Press the STOP test button when the desired OPEN limit is reached.
Adjust the limit nut or cam so it makes contact with the OPEN limit
switch at this position. If the gate stops early, move the limit nut or
cam to allow for additional travel.
4. Press and release the CLOSE test button to close the gate.
5. Press the STOP test button when the desired CLOSE limit is
reached. Adjust the limit nut or cam so it makes contact with the
CLOSE limit switch at this position. If the gate stops early, move the
limit nut to allow for additional travel.
Set the Force and Run Distance
1. Press the OPEN test button to open the gate.
2. Press and release both the OPEN LEFT and OPEN RIGHT handing
buttons.
3. Press the handing button below the solid LED.
4. Run the operator one full cycle using the test buttons. The initial
forces and run distance will be set during this cycle.
HANDING LEDS
OPEN
LEFT LED
OPEN RIGHT
LED
OPERATOR
MODE
EXPLANATION
OFF OFF NORMAL MODE Control board not
powered
BLINKING BLINKING HANDING SETUP
MODE
Handing not set
BLINKING ON HANDING SETUP
MODE
Handing set to the
direction of the solid LED
ON BLINKING HANDING SETUP
MODE
Handing set to the
direction of the solid LED
ON OFF NORMAL MODE Open left handing is set
OFF ON NORMAL MODE Open right handing is set
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Readjust the Limits
To readjust the limits, follow the “Set the Limits” and “Set the Force and Run Distance” instructions above. It is important that the force and run distance
are set after every limit readjustment.
Fine Tune the Force
Once the initial limits have been set, the REVERSAL FORCE DIAL on the control board is
used for fine tuning the force where wind or environmental changes may affect the gate
travel. The REVERSAL FORCE DIAL is set to minimum at the factory.
Based on the length and weight of the gate it may be necessary to make additional force
adjustments. The force setting should be high enough that the gate will not reverse by itself
nor cause nuisance interruptions, but low enough to prevent serious injury to a person.
The force setting is the same for both the open and close gate directions.
Settings 1-3: Fixed force settings (the force will not adjust due to gate wear or temperature
changes)
Settings 4-10: Automatically increase the force due to gate wear or temperature changes
1. Open and close the gate with the TEST BUTTONS.
2. If the gate stops or reverses before reaching the fully open or closed position, increase
the force by turning the force control slightly clockwise.
3. Perform the “Obstruction Test” after every limit and force setting adjustment (see
below).
Obstruction Test
The operator is equipped with an inherent (built in to the operator) obstruction sensing device. If the gate encounters an obstruction during motion, the
operator will reverse direction of the gate and then stop. The following procedure will test ONLY the inherent (built in to the operator) obstruction sensing
device:
1. Open and close the gate with the TEST BUTTONS, ensuring that the gate is stopping at the proper open and close limit positions.
2. Place an object between the open gate and a rigid structure. Make sure that any external entrapment protection devices will NOT be activated by the
object.
3. Run the gate in the close direction. The gate should stop and reverse upon contact with the object. If the gate does not reverse off the object, reduce the
force setting by turning the force control slightly counter-clockwise. The gate should have enough force to reach both the open and close limits, but
MUST reverse after contact with an object.
4. Repeat the test for the open direction.
Test the operator after any adjustments are made.
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