FAAC 412 Compact User manual

January, 2004
412 Operator And
455 D Control Panel
Installation Manual
CONTENTS
THE 412 OPERATOR AND
455 D CONTROL PANEL:
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FAAC International, Inc.
303 Lexington Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82007
www.faacusa.com
Important Safety Information 2
Technical Data 4
Unpacking the Operator 5
The 412 Operator General Characteristics 6
Installation Instructions 6
Prepare the Gate 6
Manual Release Mechanism 7
Install the Operator 7
Install the 455 D Control Panel 10
Exploded View, 412 12
412 Parts List 13
The 455 D Control Panel General Description 14
Installing the 455 D Control Panel 14
Connect the Main Power Supply 14
Connect the Operator to the Control Panel 15
Check the Motor’s Direction of Rotation 15
Connect Other Devices 16
Set Other Operating Controls 18
Programming 20
Learning of Operating Times 22
Learning of Normal Times 22
Learning Times with Gatecoder 22
Automated Systems Test 23
Logic Tables of 455 D Control Panel 24
Maintenance 26
Safety in Gate Design 26
Troubleshooting 27
Limited Warranty 28
The 455 D Control Panel
Installation Instructions

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Both the installer and the owner and/or operator of this
system need to read and understand this installation
manual and the safety instructions supplied with other
components of the gate system. This information
should be retained by the owner and/or operator of the
gate.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury or death
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL
INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Never let children operate or play with gate
controls. Keep the remote control away from
children.
3. Always keep people and objects away from
the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE
PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.
4. 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 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.
5. Use the emergency release only when the
gate is not moving.
6. KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read
the owner’s manual. Have a qualified service
person make repairs to gate hardware.
7. The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians
must use separate entrance.
8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
When installing the photo-beams supplied with this
unit two things need to be considered.
1. Care should be exercised to reduce the risk of
nuisance tripping, such as when a vehicle, trips
the sensor while the gate is in motion.
2. One or more photobeams shall be located
where the risk of entrapment exists, such as
the perimeter reachable by the moving gate
leaf.
GATE DESIGN
1. A gate is a potential traffic hazard, so it is im-
portant that you locate the gate far enough away
from the road to eliminate the potential of traffic
getting backed up. This distance is affected by the
size of the gate, how often it is used, and how fast
the gate operates.
2. The operator you choose to install on your gate
must be designed for the type and size of your gate
and for the frequency with which you use the
operator.
3. Your gate must be properly installed and must work
freely in both directions before the automatic
operator is installed.
4. An automatic operator should be installed on the
inside of the property/fence line. Do not install the
operator on the public side of the property/fence
line.
5. Pedestrians should not use a vehicular gate system.
Prevent such inappropriate use by installing
separate gates for pedestrians.
6. Exposed, reachable pinch points on a gate are
potentially hazardous and must be eliminated or
guarded.
7. Outward swinging gates with automatic operators
should not open into a public area.
8. The operating controls for an automatic gate must
be secured to prevent the unauthorized use of those
controls.
9. The controls for an automatic gate should be
located far enough from the gate so that a user
cannot accidentally touch the gate when operating
the controls.
10. An automatic gate operator should not be installed
on a gate if people can reach or extend their arms
or legs through the gate. Such gates should be
guarded or screened to prevent such access.
INSTALLATION
1. If you have any question about the safety of the
gate operating system, do not install this operator.
Consult the operator manufacturer.
2. The condition of the gate structure itself directly
affects the reliability and safety of the gate
operator.
3. Only qualified personnel should install this
equipment. Failure to meet this requirement could
cause severe injury and/or death, for which the
manufacturer cannot be held responsible.
4. The installer must provide a main power switch that
meets all applicable safety regulations.
5. Clearly indicate on the gate with the 2 warning signs
that are included (visible from either side of the
gate).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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6. It is extremely unsafe to compensate for a damaged
gate by increasing hydraulic pressure.
7. Devices such as reversing edges and photobeams
must be installed to provide better protection for
personal property and pedestrians. Install reversing
devices that are appropriate to the gate design and
gate application.
8. Before applying electrical power, be sure that the
voltage requirements of the equipment correspond
to your supply voltage. Refer to the label on your
operator system.
USE
1. Use this equipment only in the capacity for which it
was designed. Any use other than that stated should
be considered improper and therefore dangerous.
2. When using any electrical equipment, observe some
fundamental rules:
• Do not touch the equipment with damp or
humid hands or feet.
• Do not install or operate the equipment
with bare feet.
• Do not allow small children or incapable
persons to use the equipment.
3. If a gate system component malfunctions, turn off
the main power before making any attempt to repair
it.
4. Do not attempt to impede the movement of the
gate. You may injure yourself as a result.
5. This equipment may reach high temperatures
during operation; therefore, use caution when
touching the external housing of the operator.
6. Learn to use the manual release mechanism
according to the procedures found in this in-
stallation manual.
7. Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance
operations, disconnect the equipment from the
electrical supply.
8. To guarantee the efficiency of this equipment, the
manufacturer recommends that qualified personnel
periodically check and maintain the equipment.
Model Duty Cycle Typical Use
Class I: Residential Vehicular Gate Operator
402 750
422 760
412 400
620 640
885
Limited duty
• Home use
• Small apartment building, for
example, up to 4 units in a
building, with limited public
access
Class II: Commercial/General Access Vehicular Gate Operator
400 640
620 885 Continuous duty
• Apartment buildings
• Very public access
Class III: Industrial/Limited Access Vehicular Gate Operator
400 640
620 885 Continuous duty
• No public access
Class IV: Restricted Access Vehicular Gate Operator
620 640
885 Continuous duty
• Prison rated security
U.L. CLASS AND FAAC OPERATOR

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TECHNICAL DATA
THE 412 COMPACT OPERATOR
Parameter Measure
Voltage required1, VAC 115, +/–10%, 50-60 Hz 230, +6 or -10%, 50-60 Hz
Duty type Residential duty
Maximum duty cycle218 cycles/hr 30 cycles/hr
Maximum leaf length, ft (m) 14 (4.3)
Maximum leaf swing, deg 110
Thrust and traction3, ft-lb
(Nm)
0-294 (0-400) 0-235 (0-320)
Stroke, in. (cm) 11 3/8 (29)
Rod speed 4, in./sec (cm/
sec)
3/4 (1.9) 5/8 (1.6)
Thermal cut out, deg F (deg
C)
284 (140)
Operator dimensions,
l ´ w ´ h, in. (cm)
39 5/16 ´ 3 3/4 ´ 7 9/16
(99.8 ´ 9.5 ´ 19.2)
Operator weight, lb (kg) 14.3 (6.5)
Current draw, A 5 2
Maximum amperage draw
for accessories, mA
800 mA 800 mA
1) While the 412 Operator is capable of 18 or 30 cycles/hr, as a residential-duty operator it is not designed for
such continuous, sustained operation.

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UNPACKING THE OPERATOR
When you receive your 412 Compact Operator, complete
the following steps.
Inspect the shipping box for physical damage such as a
torn carton. Then inspect the operator after you remove
it from the box. Notify the carrier immediately if you
note any damage because the carrier must witness the
damage before you can file a claim.
As you unpack the box, insure that all the parts listed
below are included (also see Figure 1). Your kit (a pair of
operators) has these parts:
(1) Control panel enclosure with control panel and
photobeams inside (only 1 per kit).
(2) 412 Operator units. One is marked SX and one is
marked DX. Be sure to install each on the proper
gate leaf (see Figure 2).
(2) Protective covers for the worm screw housing of the
operator
(1) Package of mounting hardware:
(2) Rear mounting brackets
(2) Rear mounting plates that attach to the gate
post (or column)
(2) Front mounting brackets that attach the
operators to the gate leaves
(1) Parts package:
(2) Capacitors
(2) End caps
(2) Plastic inserts for the protective cover
(2) Manual Release keys
(2) Plugs for covering the Manual Release keyhole
(6) Snap rings
(4) Screws for attaching the cover to the operator
(2) Long pins for rear mounting (each requires 1
snap ring)
(2) Short pins for front mounting (each requires 2
snap rings)
Figure 1. Parts of the 412 Compact Operator
(SX model is shown)
Front bracket
Worm screw
Cover
Rear bracket
Power cable
Cable cover
Motor
Figure 2. Mount the proper model (SX or DX) on the gate
leaf whether the gate swings inward or outward.

THE 412 COMPACT OPERATOR
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The FAAC 412 Compact Operator is an automatic gate
operator for a swinging gate leaf. The 412 Compact
Operator is useful in apartment and other residential
applications and can accommodate a gate leaf up to 14
ft (4.3 m) long.
The self-contained 412 Compact Operator consists of an
electric motor that drives a worm screw housed in an
aluminum casing.
The locking the 412 Operator provides in the fully
opened and fully closed positions is a service device
rather than a security device. Additional, external locks
are recommended under the following conditions:
∗ It is a solid-faced gate.
∗ The length of the gate leaf is 6 ft (2 m) or longer.
∗ The installation requires tight security.
∗ The site is subject to vandalism.
∗ The site is subject to strong or very gusty wind.
For gates with two leaves, two operators are installed.
In two-operator gate installations, both operators are
wired to one control panel. In such gate installations,
one leaf can be wired and programmed to close slightly
later than the other leaf to accommodate overlapping
gate designs.
The electronic control panel is a microprocessor-based
controller that accepts a wide range of product
accessories and reversing devices, thus allowing for
flexible gate system design.
For its protection, the single-phase, bidirectional motor
shuts off automatically if its operating temperature
reaches 284 deg F (140 deg C). Also for the protection
and proper operation of the 412 Operator, each gate
leaf on which it is installed must have a fixed positive
stop in both the opened and closed positions.
Built-in security and anti-crushing measures of the 412
Operator include a key-operated Manual Release
mechanism and a torque adjustment mechanism that
precisely controls the force transmitted to the gate leaf
through the 412 Operator.
The Manual Release mechanism is a key-operated device
that disengages (or engages) the worm screw drive of
the 412 Operator. When the drive is disengaged, you
can open and close the gate leaf by hand. Such manual
operation of the gate is necessary during installation
and useful during power failures.
The torque of the 412 Operator is set during Basic
Programming of the 455 D Control Panel. (see page 20
for Basic Programming). FAAC recommends that the
gate leaf stop if it encounters a force of more than
about 33 lb (15 kg).
Reversing devices (such as inductive loops and
photocells) should be installed to provide non-contact
reversing operation.
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PREPARE THE GATE
Before you install the 412 Operator, you need to prepare
the gate itself for the operator. Be sure to do the
following three things:
Make sure that the gate structure is solidly built. Add
reinforcing crosspieces if necessary to the gate leaves.
Make sure that the gate moves smoothly on its hinges
without excessive friction by swinging it opened and
closed by hand. If necessary, lubricate all the gate's
moving parts.
Provide positive stops for the gate leaves in the fully
opened and fully closed positions (see Figure 3).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the 412 Operator involves preparing the gate,
installing the operator(s), installing the control panel,
setting the torque adjustments on the control panel,
and setting other operational controls.
Note: The following installation instructions assume
you are fully capable of installing an
electromechanical operator on a gate. This manual
does not instruct you in designing a gate, installing
a gate (whether on masonry, wood, or metal posts),
or basic electrical wiring. The installation tasks
discussed in this manual are tasks particular to the
412 Operator.

MANUAL RELEASE MECHANISM
The Manual Release mechanism is a built-in release
device of the 412 Operator (see Figure 4). To access the
keyhole, remove the plug on the top of the motor
housing. Then insert the key and turn it a half turn in
the direction of the gate’s closing to disengage the
operator’s motorized operation. You can now move the
gate leaf by hand to open or close the gate. Operating
the gate leaf by hand is necessary during installation
and is useful during power failures.
INSTALLING THE OPERATOR
Once you have prepared the gate, you are ready to
proceed with the installation of the operator.
Follow the instructions below to install your operator
whether in an inward or outward swinging
configuration.
Installing the operator consists of the following steps:
∗ Establishing the orientation of each gate leaf and its
operator.
∗ Attaching the rear mounting bracket
∗ Attaching the operator to the rear mounting bracket
∗ Attaching the front mounting bracket to the
operator
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Figure 4. Use the Manual Release key to disengage the
412 Operator from its motor so that you can move the
gate leaf by hand in the opening or closing direction
∗ Attaching the front mounting bracket to the gate
leaf
∗ Attaching the operator’s protective cover
∗ Installing the 455 D control panel
∗ Adjusting the torque for the operator
∗ Setting the operating controls
ESTABLISH THE ORIENTATION OF THE
OPERATOR AND THE GATE LEAF
Before you begin mounting brackets or attaching parts,
you first need to establish the proper orientation of
each operator in relation to its gate leaf.
Figure 2 (page 5) shows a biparting gate from the side
where the operators are mounted. The operator
attached to the hinge on the left of the gate must be an
SX model. If the hinge is on the right side, the DX
model must be installed.
Installing the operator on the wrong side makes it
impossible to install the protective cover of the
operator.
ATTACH THE REAR MOUNTING
BRACKET
Inward swinging gate:
You need to determine whether to attach the rear
mounting bracket directly to the post (or wall) or to
notch the post and install a recessed liner. Large pillars
require a recessed liner to house the rear mounting
bracket and part of the operator so that the pillar will
not interfere with the swing of the gate when it is fully
opened.
To determine whether you need a recessed liner,
measure the distances B and D (shown in Fig. 5) on your
gate. If your measure of B or D is greater than the
dimensions shown for your operator in Figure 5, notch
the post and construct a recessed liner for the post
mounting bracket (see Figure 6). The recessed liner
should be constructed of 3/16 or 1/4 in. steel with a
minimum interior height of 11 13/16 in. (30 cm) so as
to allow you to meet the required dimensions shown in
Figure 5. Make sure the recessed liner is securely
embedded in the post (or wall).
There are two parts to the rear mounting bracket. The
horizontal bracket attaches to the operator, and the
slotted vertical plate attaches to the gate post (see
Figure 8). Weld the two parts together and bolt the
assembly to the gate post of column. Note, though, that
use of the vertical rear mounting plate is optional.
Once you have positioned the rear mounting bracket,
attach the bracket to the post (or wall or recessed liner),
making sure the dimensions on your gate system match
those shown in Figure 5.
Figure 3.
Positive Stops
Remove the plug
on the top of the
motor housing
1. Insert the Manual Release
key and turn it in the
direction of the gate’s
closing
2.

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Outward swinging gate:
If you are installing the 412 Operator to swing the gate
outward, construct a steel elbow of sufficient size to
attach to the gate pillar and rear mounting bracket (see
Figure 7 for elbow dimensions).
ATTACH THE OPERATOR TO THE REAR
MOUNTING BRACKET
Attach the operator to the rear mounting bracket with
the long pin and one snap ring on the bottom (see
Figure 8).
ATTACH THE OPERATOR TO THE FRONT
MOUNTING BRACKET
Attach the operator to the front mounting bracket with
the short pin and one snap ring on the bottom and one
snap ring on the top (see Figure 9).
11 13/16 in.
(30 cm)
4 in.
(10 cm)
5 29/32 in.
(15 cm)
Figure 6. The required dimensions of the recessed liner
when notching the gate post
AD
B
E
C
F
Gate post
(or column)
Axis of rotation
for gate leaf
Center of gate leaf
Figure 5. Important
mounting dimensions for
inward-swinging 412
operators, top view
Mounting Dimensions
90-deg Swing 110-deg Swing
A5 3/4 in. (14.5 cm) 4 7/8 in. (12.5 cm)
B5 3/4 in. (14.5 cm) 4 7/8 in. (12.5 cm)
WARNING! A and Bshould differ by no more than 2 in. Larger differences may dangerously alter the speed of
operation.
C36 1/4 in. (89.2 cm)
DMaximum 4 1/2 in. (10.8 cm) 3 3/8 in. (8.45 cm)
ELess Than A Less Than A

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ATTACH THE FRONT MOUNTING BRACKET
TO THE GATE LEAF
Disengage the operator’s worm screw drive from its motor
with the Manual Release. Insert the key in the top of the
motor assembly, and turn the key a half turn in the
direction of the gate’s closing.
You should be able to lengthen or shorten the cylinder
covering the operator’s worm screw by pulling or pushing
the cylinder. Lengthen or shorten the operator to the
required distance for your gate installation:
Inward swinging: Lengthen the worm screw
completely and push the cylinder in 1/8 to
1/4 inch.
Outward swinging: Shorten the worm screw
completely and then pull the cylinder out 1/8
to 1/4 inch.
With the gate in the fully closed position, temporarily
clamp the front mounting bracket (previously attached to
the operator) to the gate leaf and insure that the cylinder
of the worm screw is level.
Move the gate leaf by hand to the fully opened position
against the gate stop and insure that the cylinder is level.
Next, you must determine that the worm screw has not
reached the full extent of its travel. Remove the operator
Axis of rotation
for gate leaf
Gate post
(or column)
Steel elbow
A
B
C
D
F
Centerline of gate leaf
E
Mounting Dimensions
90-deg Swing 110-deg Swing
A5 3/4 in. (14.5 cm) 4 7/8 in. (12.5 cm)
B5 3/4 in. (14.5 cm) 4 7/8 in. (12.5 cm)
WARNING! A and Bshould differ by no more than 2 in. Larger differences may dangerously alter the speed of
operation.
C24 1/4 in. (62 cm)
DN/A N/A
ELess Than A
Figure 7. Important
mounting dimensions for
outward-swinging 412
operators, top view
from the front mounting bracket and push or pull the
cylinder in the direction of it opening direction of
travel:
Inward swinging: You should be able to push
the cylinder in about 1/2 of an inch.
Outward swinging: You should be able to pull
the cylinder out about 1/2 of an inch.
If the worm screw was not at the full extent of its
travel when attached to front mounting bracket, then
with the operator detached from the front mounting
bracket, permanently attach (weld) the front mounting
bracket to the gate leaf (see Figure 10).
If the worm screw was at the full extent of its travel,
try moving the front mounting bracket toward the
hinge and retesting. If again the front mounting fully
extends the worm screw, then the rear mounting
dimensions are incorrect (see Figure 5 or 7, whichever
applies to your installation). Reattach the rear
mounting bracket as necessary.
Once the front mounting bracket is welded in place,
you can reattach the operator to the bracket.

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INSTALLING THE 455 D CONTROL
PANEL
Locate the control panel enclosure in the most
convenient position possible, considering the movement
of the gate. Figure 12 shows a basic layout for a two-
leaf gate with the 412 Compact Operator.
Installing the control panel consists of the following
general steps:
• Connecting the main power to the control
panel
• Connecting the activating device
• Connecting the operator to the control panel
• Checking the direction of the motor's rotation
• Connecting other devices to the control panel
• Set operating modes
The installer is responsible for grounding the gate and
operator systems, for providing the main power breaker
switch, and for making sure that the entire gate system
meets all applicable electrical codes.
For the complete 455 D Control Panel Installation
Instructions, see pages 14—25 of this manual.
ATTACH THE OPERATOR COVER.
Once the operator is attached to the gate leaf, you
next prepare the cover for installation.
Caution: If you did not correctly establish the
orientation of the gate leaf and properly
install the DX model on the right side and SX
on the left side, you will be unable to install
the cover on either operator.
Position the mounting insert inside the aluminum
cover and then slide the aluminum cover into
position. Secure the cover and insert with the short
screws provided (see Figure 11).
4 3/8 in.
(11 cm)
2 3/4 in.
(7 cm)
Figure 8. Attach the operator to the rear
mounting bracket (an SX version is shown)
Minimum of 3 1/8 in. (8 cm) from
the back of the vertical mounting
plate to the center of the front
mounting hole on the operator
Figure 9. Secure the operator to the front mount-
ing bracket with the short pin and 2 snap rings
Figure 10. Weld the front mounting bracket into position
after insuring the operator is level in the fully closed and
fully opened positions
The plastic cover insert
has a slot that must align
with the slot in the cover
End cap for cove
r
Figure 11. Attach the cover with two screws (SX
model shown)

1
5
3
6
8
2
4
9
7
3
5
1
A
A
B
AB
C
C
D
A
Figure 12. The layout of a sample gate system
Locate switches at least
10 ft from the gate
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1 Operator Wire Gauges for Given Voltage
2 Control Panel 220 VAC 115 VAC
3 Photocell A 2 ×18 AWG A 2 ×18 AWG
4 Switch B 4 ×14 AWG B 4 ×14 AWG
5 Junction box (see text) C 5 ×18 AWG C 5 ×18 AWG
6 Reversing edges D 4 ×14 AWG up to 414 ft D 3 ×14 AWG up to 130 ft
7 Gate stops 3 ×10 AWG up to 340 ft
8 Switch
9 Wiring to main circuit breaker

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Parts List
412 Compact Operator
POS PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 799360 Motor Housing, SX top section 1
1 799359 Motor Housing DX top section 1
2 713009 Manual Release Key, 412 1
3 7171345 Flange, Protective Cover, 412 SX 1
3 7171335 Flange, Protective Cover, 412 DX 1
4 N/A Nickel Plated Self Tapping Screw (3.5 x 13 mm) 1
5 N/A Self Tapping Screw (5.5 x 15 mm) 2
6 799358 Cylinder Collar 1
7 736060*Cylinder Assembly New (Slide On)* 1
8 727148 End Cap, Protective Cover SX 1
8 727147 End Cap, Protective Cover DX 1
9 N/A Nickel Plated Self Tapping Screw (3.5 x 9.5 mm) 3
10 2705 Capacitor For 115 v (25μf) 1
10 2707 Capacitor For 220 v (8μf) 1
11 727216 Protective Cover, 412 1
12 722298 Protective Cover Support, 412 1
13 N/A Self Tapping Screw (5 x 18 mm) 4
14 716074 Motor Housing, Bottom Section 1
15 746030 Stator (motor) for 220 v 1
15 746755 Stator (motor) for 115 v 1
16 746028 Rotor (motor) 1
17 710919 Strain Relief, 412 1
18 390009 Skin Pack, 412 (1 pack = 2 operators) 1
*Models Manufactured before 2000 used a screw in type cylinder assembly. The part
number for this type cylinder is 736039. The manufacture date is the NR number on
the sticker located on the top motor housing.

THE 455 D CONTROL PANEL
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The FAAC 455 D control panel is used to operate the
following models.
Swing gate operators:
400 412
402 750
422 760
Barrier gate operators:
610/615
The 455 D programming controls the following:
Operating logic: A, S, E, EP, B, and C logics
available.
Reversing device behavior: Choose whether a
triggered reversing device during closing
immediately reverses gate movement or stops
the gate and reverses gate movement when no
longer triggered.
Torque or Pressure: Force adjustment for the
412 operator. Adjustable from 0 to 50.
Caution: For all hydraulic operators, the torque
must be programmed to the maximum (50)
setting.
Pause time between opening and closing:
adjustable from 0 to 240 seconds.
Opening/Closing time: adjustable
from 0 to 120 seconds.
Leaf delay on closing: adjustable from 0 to 4.1
minutes.
The 455 D control panel should be installed in an
enclosure that is conveniently located as close as
possible to the gate operator. All electrical
connections from the control panel to the operator
must be made in a weatherproof junction box.
The 455 D control panel requires a single-phase
power supply voltage (115 VAC [±10%] or 230 VAC
[+6 or -10%], 50–60 Hz). The power supply should be
protected by a 15 amp dedicated circuit breaker (not
provided).
The installer is responsible for grounding the
operator system, for providing the main power
breaker switch, and for making sure that the entire
gate system meets all applicable electrical codes.
The installer should refer to the installation manual
for a given operator for more information.
NOTE: An installation is U.L. compliant only
when you install the FAAC operators according
to the UL325 standards.
INSTALLING THE 455 D CONTROL
PANEL
Locate the control panel in the most convenient position
possible, considering the movement of the gate.
Installing the control panel consists of the following
general steps:
∗ Connecting the main power to the control
panel
∗ Connecting the activating device
∗ Connecting the operator to the control panel
∗ Checking the direction of the motor's rotation
∗ Connecting other devices to the control panel
∗ Set operating modes
CONNECT THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY
WARNING! Turn the main power off before you
make any electrical connections or before
programming.
Wire the main power supply to control panel terminals
in block J3 (see Figures 13 and 14). The installer is
responsible for insuring that a separate, grounded
circuit protected by a circuit breaker is between the
control panel and the main power supply. All wiring
should conform to applicable electrical codes, and all
wiring and fittings should be weatherproof and/or
suitable for burial.
Connect the ground to the grounding terminal in block
J3 and connect the power wires to the terminals labeled
N (neutral) and L (line).
NOTE: For a 230V system, a neutral is not
needed. Connect one 115V line to the L (Line)
and a second 115V line to the N (Neutral).
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THE 455 D CONTROL PANEL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RADIO
1-455D115 = 115V
1-455D = 230V
F2
F1
M
M
K
+OP -CL
+24 VFS W
NC -B -
STOP
A+TX
FS W W. L.
LOCK
910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
22 23 24 25
LA MPCOMOP CL
MOTOR 1 MOTOR 2
CLCOMOP
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 20 21
FC A 1
FC A 2
FC C 2
FC C 1
V1 - 4
61C455D
F-+
J2
J6
J4
J5
J1
J3
N L
MA IN
CONNECT THE OPERATOR(S) TO THE
CONTROL PANEL
WARNING! Turn the main power off before
you make any electrical connections or before
programming.
CAUTION: The operators are grounded only by
the grounded circuit the installer provides.
USING AJUNCTION BOX
If an operator is more than 2 ft away from the control
panel, you must use a junction box for connection.
Use a U. L. Listed cord grip where the operator cord
enters the junction box.
Note: If you have a one-leaf gate design, the
operator must be connected to Motor 1
(terminals 1,2, & 3)
To wire up motor 1, connect the white wire to
terminal 1(on the J4 terminal strip), the black wire to
2, and the red wire to 3. Wire each leg of the capacitor
(supplied) to terminals 2 & 3.
Note: If you want to delay the closing of one
gate leaf in a two-leaf gate design, be sure to
connect its operator to Motor 1.
In order to wire motor 2 in a bi-parting system,
connect the white wire to terminal 4 (on the J4
terminal strip), the black wire to 5, the red wire to 6.
Wire each leg of the capacitor (supplied) to terminals
5 & 6.
CHECK THE MOTOR’SDIRECTION OF
ROTATION
After you have connected the main power supply, and
the operator(s) to the control panel, you need to
check the direction of rotation for each operator
motor in your gate design.
Note: To check a motor’s direction of rotation,
you must have three closed circuits on terminal
block J1. Install one circuit between terminals 11
and 16, another circuit between terminals 12
and 19, and another circuit between terminals
13 and 19.
Figure 13. The 455 D Control Panel
J3 terminal block for
main power supply
J4 terminal block for
connecting the operator
(s)
J1 terminal block for low-
voltage accessories
J2 quick connector port
FFunction Push Button
—Programming Push
Button
+Programming Push
Button
FUSES 220
VAC
115
VAC
F1
Main Power 5 A 10 A
F2
Accessories
800
mA
800
mA

NOTE: In order to comply with UL 325, two sets
of FAAC photobeams must be installed. One set
should be 6 in. outside the closed gate(s) and act
as a closing reversing device. Another set should
be 6 in. beyond the swing of the gate(s) and act
as an opening reversing device. The installer is
responsible for determining the appropriate
mounting height.
22 23 24 25
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
N L
910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
115 V A C +/- 10%
or
230 V A C +6/ -10%
50-60 Hz
20 21
-
STOPOP E N OPE N
(1 of 2)
24V
+
FS W
OPCL -
FS W
- - + W.LIGHT
24 vdc
3 W
LOC K
ELECTRIC LOCK
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
FS W OP
FS W C L
Other safeties
LA MP
BLUE
MOTOR 1
C1
M1
OPCOM CL
BLUE
MOTOR 2
C2
M2
OPCOM CL
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Figure 14.
The terminal strip wiring of
the 455 D with photobeams
You cannot check the motor’s direction of rotation
without these circuits (jumpers) or the accessories.
When properly prepared for testing, the LEDS FSWOP,
STOP, and FSWCL should be illuminated (see figure 16
on page 17).
WARNING! Running the operator—even for
testing purposes—without a connected reversing
device is potentially dangerous. Do not place
yourself within the path of the moving gate
during your test.
Disengage the operator(s) with the Manual Release
key (see operator installation manual), and open the
gate by hand about halfway.
Next, engage the operator(s) with the Manual Release
key so that you can check the rotation of the motor
(s).
To activate the operator(s) momentarily short across
terminals 9 and 14.
Turn on the main power and send an activating signal
to the operator. The gate leaf (or leaves) should open.
If a gate leaf closes, then you need to turn off the
main power and reverse the connection of the red
and black wires on terminal block J4 for the operator
controlling that leaf. Then you need to recheck the
rotation direction again.
After having completed your test of the motor’s
direction of rotation, replace any test circuits you
installed (between terminals 11 and 16, between 12
and 19, and between 13 and 19) with the proper
reversing and stop devices. The instructions for
installing such accessories follow.
CONNECT OTHER DEVICES
WARNING! Turn the main power off before you
make any electrical connections.
POWER SUPPLY FOR ACCESSORIES: You can access a 24
VDC output for supplying power to accessories
through terminals 17 or 18, (+) and 14 or 15 or 16, (-
) on terminal block J1. In most cases, this source can
be used to power 24 VDC accessories.
NOTE: The 455 D control panel allows a
maximum accessory load of 800 mA.
REVERSING DEVICES: Reversing devices include
photocells, inductive loops, and so forth. All of the
reversing devices should have contacts of the
normally closed (N.C.) type. Where you connect a
device depends on whether you want the device to
operate during opening or during closing.
NOTE: UL does not recognize the FAAC system
with loop detectors or safety edges. FAAC
photobeams must be used to comply with UL
325.
To wire photobeams, refer to page 19 (see FSWOP for
opening photobeams, and FSWCL for closing
photobeams). Photobeams must be connected as
shown. See also page 19 for the wiring of inductive
loops. If using more than one reversing device, they
must be wired in series.
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FSWOP
FSWCL
OP_A
OP_B
STOP
FCA1
FCA2
FCC1
FCC2
FSWOP
FSWCL
OP_A
OP_B
STOP
FCA1
FCA2
FCC1
FCC2
This display shows the normal
status of the control panel.
This display shows the
meaning of each LED.
Figure 16. The 455 D display.
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ACTIVATING DEVICES AND RADIO RECEIVER: The
activating devices and radio receiver for your gate must
have normally open (N.O.) contacts. Connect such
devices to terminals 9 and 14.
NOTE:The FAAC radio receiver plugs into the 5
prongs labeled J2 (Quick connect port).
Page 19 shows how to connect a three or four wire
receiver.
DECODER CARD: If you are installing the Digicard
magnetic card reader, or the Digikey keyboard, use the
quick-fit connector J2 for the DS decoder card.
NOTE: If your using both a receiver and decoder,
hard wire the decoder and plug in the receiver.
OPEN/HOLD OPEN DEVICE: To open and hold open the
gate, simply maintain a contact across terminals 9 and
14. (“A” Mode only)
STOP BUTTON: The stop button you install must have
normally closed (N.C.) contacts. Multiple stop buttons
must be wired in series. Connect your stop device
between terminals 11 and 16.
NOTE: The 455 D will not operate the motors
without a closed circuit between 11 & 14.
The LED Indicators: The nine light emitting diodes
(LEDs) on the control panel can be used to check for the
proper function of the devices attached to the panel.
The LED lights are on whenever the contacts are closed
across each of the respective terminals.
OP_A and OP_B (Partial Opening) should illuminate only
when an activating signal is sent for 2 and 1 gate leaves,
respectively. STOP should be illuminated except when
the stop button is pressed. FSWOP and FSWCL should be
illuminated except when the reversing devices, for
Figure 15.
Wiring detail (a) inside
the junction box and
(b) from the junction
box or operator to the
high-voltage terminal
strip on the 455 D
control panel
LED On Off
OP_A Command Given No Command
OP_B Command Given No Command
Stop No Command Command Given
FSW
Open
Opening reversing
devices clear
Reversing device
triggered
FSW
Close
Closing reversing
devices clear
Reversing device
triggered
FCA1
FCC1
Flashes when gate coder is in use.
Operator 1
FCA
2
FCC
2
Flashes when gate coder is in use.
Operator 2
U.L. Listed Control Panel Enclosure
Cord grip or
conduit from
U.L. Listed gate
operator(s)
(b)
Op.1 Op.2
COM OP CL COM OP CL
J3 J4
High-voltage
terminal strip
455 D Control Panel
Ground
J1
To the U. L. Listed gate operator
To the U.L. Listed
control panel
U.L. Listed
cord grip
Junction box
Legend
White
Red
Black
Yellow/
Green
(a)
Conduit to U.L. Listed
control panel enclosure
according to N.E.C.

• E (semi-automatic): This mode requires a
command to open and a command to close.
A second command during opening stops the
gate. A second command during closing
reopens the gate.
• EP (semi-automatic, step by step): This
mode requires a command to open and a
command to close. A second command
during opening or closing causes the gate to
stop. A third command then reverses the
previous motion of the gate.
• B (manned, pulsed): This mode is designed
for guard station use and requires a three-
button switch (pulsed) to open, close, and
stop the gate.
• C (manned and constant): This mode
requires constant pressure switches. One to
open and one to close. No pressure on a
switch stops the gate.
The three programming push buttons allow the
programming of the torque (or pressure), the pause
time between opening and closing, and the leaf delay
on closing.
WARNING! Turn the main power off before you
make any electrical connections.
For all FAAC hydraulic operators using the 455 D
control panel, the force must be set at its maximum
setting of 50 in order to supply the correct voltage to
the operator.
PAUSE TIME: The pause time between opening and
closing can be adjusted from 0 seconds to 4 minutes.
Time is adjusted in one-second increments from 0—
59 seconds. When 60 seconds is reached, time is
adjusted in 10 second increments up to 4 minutes.
i.e. if display shows 2.5, it means 2 minutes and 50
seconds.
LEAF DELAY: You may choose to delay one leaf on
closing for overlapping gate leaves. Be sure the
operator on the leaf for delayed closing is connected
to Motor 1. On opening, the leaf connected to Motor 2
is delayed 2.5 sec.
NOTE: If an opening leaf delay is desired, it must
be enabled in the Advance Programming.
However, if enabled, you cannot adjust this
opening delay of the operator connected to
Motor 2.
The closing leaf-delay time is adjustable from 0 to 4
minutes.
NOTE: If the opening/closing time is set at less
than the leaf delay time, the delayed leaf closes
at the end of the closing time.
opening and closing, respectively, are triggered. Use
the LEDs and the next table to determine if the
accessory devices you have installed are operating
properly.
Electric Locks: An electric lock can be wired to
the 455 D in terminals 18 and 21 (12Vac pulsed
provided). If a reversing stroke is needed to allow the
electric lock to release, this must be done in advanced
programming.
See page 19 for the connections for a magnetic locking
device.
WARNING LIGHT: Connect a warning light to
terminals 18 and 20 in the group labeled W.LIGHT
in terminal block J1 and J5. The terminals provide
an output voltage of 24 VDC, maximum power 3
Watts. This output voltage will power most 24 VDC
warning lights.
NOTE: The behavior of the warning light varies
according to the logic you have set.
LOGICS A, S, E, EP, AND B: The warning light is on
steadily during opening and the pause phase. During
closing, the light flashes.
LOGIC C: The warning light is on steadily during
opening and flashes during closing.
SET OTHER OPERATING CONTROLS
WARNING! Turn the main power off before you
make any electrical connections.
You need to program the control panel for your gate's
operation. The 455 D Control Panel has on board
programming that controls a wide range of functions.
OPERATING LOGICS
NOTE: The 455 D Control Panel provides inputs
for opening reversing devices and closing
reversing devices. FAAC strongly recommends
the use of reversing devices, such as photocells
or other non-contact sensors.
• A (automatic): The gate opens on command
and automatically closes after a pause phase. A
second command while opening is ignored; a
second command during the pause phase
interrupts the pause time; a second command
during closing reopens the gate. A maintained
open command will hold the gate open.
• S (security): The security mode is like A logic
except that a second command during opening
immediately closes the gate. A maintained
open command will not hold the gate open.
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Magnetic Lock
Shadow Loop
Rev ersing Photocells
(f or closing)
3 & 4 Wire Radio Receiv ers
N.C.
N.O.
COM
N.C.
N.O.
COM
17
14
18
21
12 vac
Relay
+
-Lock
12
19
7
8
NC
C
Coil Volt age =
Mot or Volt age
Additional
Reversing Devices
17
14
9NO
C
-
+
14
If 4 Wire Receiver
Free Exit Loop/ Phone/ Firebox
(Hold Open Dev ices)
14
9
C
NO
Rev ersing Photocells
(f or opening)
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
17
13
19
14
17
Additional
Reversing Devices TX
RX
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
19
17
12
19
17
Addit ional
Reversing Devices TX
RX
1
2
19
12
17
15
Addit ional
Reversing Devices
8
7
Saf ety Loop
Detector
(f or closing)
1
2
3
4
5
RX
19
17
12
14
17
TX
1
2
8
7
LOOP
DET ECT O R
(FAAC)
Saf ety Series
Wiring
FAAC
FAAC
PHOTO-BEAMS
FAAC
FAAC
1
2
NO = Normally Open, NC = Normally Closed, C = Common, TX = Transmitter, RX = Receiver
Figure 17. Common Accessories wired to 455 D Control Panel
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PROGRAMMING
To program the automated system, the
“Programming Mode” must be accessed.
Programming is split into two parts: BASIC and
ADVANCED.
BASIC PROGRAMMING
To access BASIC PROGRAMMING, press the “F” key.
• If you press it (and hold it down), the display
shows the name of the first function.
• If you release the key, the display shows the
value of the function that can be modified with
keys +and —.
• If you press and hold down the “F” key again
(and hold it down), the display shows the name
of the next function, etc.
• When you reach the last function, press “F” to
exit the program, and the display resumes
showing the status of the inputs.
The table on the right shows the sequence of
functions accessible in BASIC PROGRAMMING.
ADVANCED PROGRAMMING
To access ADVANCED PROGRAMMING, press the “F”
key and, as you hold it down, press the “+” key:
• If you release the “+”, the display indicates the
name of the first function.
• If you release the “F” key, too, the display
shows the value of the function that can be
modified with keys “+” and “—”.
• If you press the “F” key (and hold it down), the
display shows the name of the next function,
and if you release it, the value that can be
modified with keys “+” and “—”.
• When you reach the last function, press the “F”
key to exit the program, and the display
resumes showing the status of the inputs.
The table on page 21 shows the sequence of
functions accessible in ADVANCED PROGRAMMING.
Display Function Default
OPERATING LOGICS
A = Automatic (Timer to Close)
E = Semi Automatic
S = Security
EP = (Semi-Automatic) Step by Step
B = Manned, Pulsed
C = Manned, constant
PAUSE TIME
This is the time between open and
closing and is adjustable from 0 to
4 min. This is only true in “A”
Mode. (see pause time description)
FORCE/TORQUE MOTOR 1
This adjusts the force / torque that
motor 1 is applying to the gate
leaf. Setting is 0 to 50.*
FORCE/TORQUE MOTOR 2
This adjusts the force / torque that
motor 2 is applying to the gate
leaf. Setting is 0 to 50.*
CLOSING LEAF DELAY
Delays the closing of operator
wired into motor one outputs. Ad-
justable from 0 to 4 minutes
(Same as pause time)
MOTOR RUN TIME
This enables where you choose
from “simple” learning or
“complete” learning of the motor
run time. See page 10 & 11 for
complete details.
Simple Learning
~ 1 s.
Complete Learning
> 3 s.
EXIT PROGRAMMING
Exit from programming and return
to display of inputs status.
BASIC PROGRAMMING
+
F
+
*With Hydraulic operators the Force/Torque must be set to
the maximum setting of 50.
PROGRAM BUTTONS
+ - F
LEFT MIDDLE RIGHT
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