FAAC S418-LE User manual

Electromechanical Swing Gate Operator
FAAC International Inc.
Headquarter & East Coast Operations
3160 Murrell Rd
Rockledge, FL 32955
Tel. [phone]
www.faacusa.com
FAAC International Inc.
West Coast Operations
357 South Acacia Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92831
S418
UL325 - UL991

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3
Important Safety Instructions 3
Important Installation Instructions 3
General Safety Precautions 4
UL325 Gate Operator Classifications 5
Installing the Warning Signs 5
1. DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS 6
1.1 Dimensions 6
1.1 Technical Specifications 6
1.1 Electrical Setup 6
2. INSTALLATION 7
2.1 Preliminary Checks 7
2.2 Installation Dimensions 7
2.3 Installing The Operator 8
2.4 Wiring The Operator 10
2.5 Mechanical Stops 10
3. MANUAL OPERATION 11
3.1 RESTORING NORMAL OPERATION 12
4. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 12
5. SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM 13
E024U CONTROL BOARD AND LIMITED WARRANTY A2 - A18
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Install the gate operator only when the following
conditions have been met:
• The operator is appropriate for the type and usage
class of the gate.
• All openings of a horizontal slide gate have been
guarded or screened from the bottom of the gate
to a minimum of 4 feet (1.25 m) above the ground
to prevent a 2.25 inch (55 mm) diameter sphere
from passing through openings anywhere in the
gate or through that portion of the adjacent fence
that the gate covers when in the open position.
• All exposed pinch points are eliminated or guarded.
• Guarding is supplied for exposed rollers.
2. The operator is intended for installation on gates used
by vehicles only. Pedestrians must be provided with a
separate access opening.
3. To reduce the risk of entrapment when opening and
closing, the gate must be installed in a location that
allows adequate clearance between the gate and
adjacent structures. Swinging gates shall not open
outward into public access areas.
4. Before installing the gate operator, ensure that the
gate has been properly installed and that it swings
freely in both directions. Do not over-tighten the
operator clutch or pressure relief valve to compensate
for a damaged gate.
5. User controls must be installed at least 6 feet (1.83 m)
away from any moving part of the gate and located
where the user is prevented from reaching over, under,
around or through the gate to operate the controls.
Controls located outdoors or those that are easily
accessible shall have security features to prevent
unauthorized use.
6. The Stop and/or Reset buttons must be located within
line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of the reset control
shall not cause the operator to start.
7. All warning signs and placards must be installed
and easily seen within visible proximity of the gate.
A minimum of one warning sign shall be installed on
each side of the gate.
8. For gate operators that utilize a non-contact sensor
(photo beam or the like):
• See instructions on the placement of non-contact
sensors for each type of application.
• Exercise care to reduce the risk of nuisance tripping,
such as when a vehicle trips the sensor while the
gate is still moving.
• Locate one or more non-contact sensors where
the risk of entrapment or obstruction exists, such as
at the reachable perimeter of a moving gate or
barrier.
• Use only FAAC “Photobeam” photoelectric eyes to
comply with UL325.
Important Installation Instructions
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR
DEATH:
• READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
• Never let children operate or play with the gate
controls. Keep remote controls away from children.
• Always keep people and objects away from the
gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF A
MOVING GATE.
• Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST
reverse on contact with a rigid object or when an
object activates a non-contact sensor. If necessary,
adjust the force or the limit of travel and then retest
the gate operator. Failure to properly adjust and
retest the gate operator can increase the risk of injury
or death.
• Use the manual release mechanism only when the
gate is not moving.
• KEEP GATE PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Have a qualified
service person make repairs to gate hardware.
• The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use
a separate entrance.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Instructions

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Gate Construction
Vehicular gates should be constructed and installed in
accordance with ASTM F2200: Standard Specification
for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction.
For more information, contact ASTM at: www.astm.org
Installation
• If you have any questions or concerns regarding the
safety of the gate operating system, do not install the
operator and consult the manufacturer.
• The condition of the gate structure itself directly
affects the reliability and safety of the gate operator.
• 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.
• The installer must provide a main power switch that
meets all applicable safety regulations.
• It is extremely unsafe to compensate for a damaged
gate by increasing hydraulic pressure.
• Install devices such as reversing edges and photo
beams to provide better protection for personal
property and pedestrians. Install reversing devices
that are appropriate to the gate design and
application.
• Before applying electrical power, ensure that voltage
requirements of the equipment correspond to the
supply voltage. Refer to the label on your gate
operator system.
Usage
• 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.
• The manufacturer cannot be held responsible
for damage caused by improper, erroneous or
unreasonable use.
• If a gate system component malfunctions,
disconnect the main power before attempting to
repair it.
• Do not impede the movement of the gate, you
may injure yourself or damage the gate system as a
result.
• This equipment may reach high thermal
temperatures during normal operation, therefore use
caution when touching the external housing of the
gate operator.
• Use the manual release mechanism according to
the procedures presented in this manual.
• Before performing any cleaning or maintenance
operations, disconnect power to the equipment.
• All cleaning, maintenance or repair work must
performed by qualified personnel.
General Safety Precautions
9. For gate operators that utilize a contact sensor (edge
sensor or similar):
• Locate one or more contact sensors 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
• Locate one or more contact sensors at the bottom
edge of a vehicular vertical lift gate.
• Locate one or more contact sensors at the bottom
edge of a vertical barrier (arm).
• Locate one or more contact sensors at the pinch
point of a vehicular vertical pivot gate.
• Locate hard-wired contact sensors and wiring so
that communication between sensor and gate
operator is not subjected to mechanical damage.
• Locate wireless contact sensors, such as those
that transmit radio frequency (RF) signals, where
the transmission of signals are not obstructed or
impeded by building structures, natural land-
scaping or similar hindrances. Wireless contact
sensors shall function under their intended end-use
conditions.
• Use only FAAC MSE MO, CN60 or M60 edge sensors.
Important Installation Instructions (continued)

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RESIDENTIAL VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS I
A vehicular gate operator system intended for use in a single family dwelling, garage or associated parking area.
UL325 Gate Operator Classifications
COMMERCIAL / GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS II
A vehicular gate operator system intended for use in commercial locations or buildings such as multi-family housing
units (five or more single family units), hotels, parking garages, retail stores or other buildings that service the general
public.
INDUSTRIAL / LIMITED ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS III
A vehicular gate operator system intended for use in industrial locations or buildings such as factories, loading docks
or other locations not intended to service the general public.
RESTRICTED ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS IV
A vehicular gate operator system intended for use in guarded industrial locations or buildings such as airport security
areas or other restricted access locations that do not service the general public, and in which unauthorized access
is prevented via supervision by security personnel.
This FAAC swing gate operator is supplied
with two warning signs to alert people that a
possible hazard exists and that appropriate
actions should be taken to avoid the hazard
or to reduce exposure to it.
Permanently install one warning sign on each
side of the gate so they are fully visible to
traffic and pedestrians.
Use appropriate hardware such as metal
screws (not supplied) to permanently install
each warning sign.
Installing the Warning Signs

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1. DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATION
The FAAC 418 is an automatic gate operator for swinging gate leafs. It is designed for residential applications and can accommo-
date gate leafs up to 12 ft long. The self-contained S418 operator consists of an electric motor that drives a worm screw housed in
an aluminum casing.
The non reversable mechanism guarantees the mechanical locking of the leaf when the motor is not operating. An easy-to-use
release device allows to move the leaf in case of malfunction or a power outage. The rear bracket is adjustable to gurantee maxi-
mum flexifility during the installation phase.
The S418 Operator is designed and built to automate vehicular swing leaf gates. Do not use for any other purpose.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
1.1 Dimensions
32 ½
5
13¾
4¼
* Dimensions in Inches
1 Operator 6 Power Cable
2 Release Device 7 Front Bracket
3 Mechanical Stop at Closing 8 Adjustable Rear Bracket
4 Mechanical Stop at Opening 9 Rear Fork
5 Cable Cover
S418 OPERATOR

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Power Supply 24 Vdc
Nominal Power 35 W
Absorbed Current 1.5 A
Maximum Thrust Force 404 lbf (180 daN)
Stroke 13.8 in (350 mm) 1
Cycles per day at 68 °F (approx) 80
Class of operation Residential
Rod speed (inches/sec) 0.7 in/sec (1.8 cm/sec)
Maximum Size of Leaf (feet) 12
Ambient Operating Temperature
4°F +131°F (-20 °C +55°C)
Operator Weight 13.2 lb (6 Kg)
Protection Class IP54
1If the mechanical stops on opening and closing are not used
the operator stroke increases to 15.3 in (390 mm)
Dimensions in Inches
2.2 Installation Dimensions
Select the assembly position of the operator on the gate,
referring to Figure 4 and the relative table. Choose whether
or not to use the built in mechanical positive stops; eliminat-
ing the mechanical stops increases the working stroke of the
operator and values Aand Bmust be changed.
2.1 Preliminary Checks
The structure of the gate directly influences the reliability
and safety of the automated system. To ensure correct
operation, the structure of the gate must have the following
characteristics:
• The length of leaf must conform to what is shown in the
technical specifications.
• The structure of the leaves must be sturdy and rigid, suitable
for an automated system.
• There must be regular and uniform movement of the leaves,
with no friction or sticking along their entire movement.
• Hinges must be solid and in good condition.
• Gate must swing level.
The installer is responsible for providing the main power bre-
aker switch, and for making sure that the entire gate system
meets all applicable local electrical codes.
Make sure to locate all controls that operate the gate system
at least 6 ft away from any moving parts.
Part Description Cables
1 Operators
2 x AWG 14 (max 30’)
AWG 12 (max 50’)
AWG 10 (max 100’)
2 Control Unit 3 x AWG 14 (AC Power)
3 TX Photocells 4 x AWG 20
4 RX Photocells 2 x AWG 20
5 Key Switch 2 x AWG 20 (1 contact)
115 Vac
60 Hz
1.2 Technical Specifications
1.3 Electrical Setup
2. INSTALLATION
αA B C 1D 2Z 3L E 3
With both stops 90° 6½ 6½ 13 3½ 3 27 4⅛
6⅞ 6⅞ 13¾ 3½ 3⅛ 27 4⅛
110° 6 6 13⅜ 3⅛ 2¾ 27 4⅛
With open stop 90° 6⅞ 6½ 13⅜ 4 3 28 4⅛
7 7 14⅛ 43⅛ 28 4⅛
110° 6¼ 6¼ 14⅛ 3½ 2¾ 28 4⅛
With no stops 90° 7 7 14⅛ 4 2¾ 28 4⅛
110° 6⅝ 6⅝ 15 4 2¾ 28 4⅛
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
1Working stroke of the operator.
2Maximum value.
3Minimum value.

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If pillar dimensions or hinge position do not allow the installa-
tion of the operator, cut a niche into the pillar (as shown in Fig.
6) in order to maintain the proper A dimension. The dimen-
sions of the niche should enable easy installation, rotation
and operation of the manual release device. .
6½
4⅞
4⅛
4¼
2⅞
2
2½
3¼
1½
2½
Dimensions in Inches
The rear bracket can be assembled in different configurations
to give an array of options to acheive the proper values of
the dimensions Aand B.
Fig. 7 shows some of different assembly options of the
bracket; all the intermediate positions can also be obtained.
The configuration chosen must permit the assembly of the
bracket using both securing bolts.
2.2.1 General Rules for Determining Installation Values
• To obtain opening of the leaf to 90°: A+B=C.
• To obtain opening of the leaf more than 90°: A+B<C.
• Lower A and B values produce higher peripheral leaf speeds.
• Limit the difference between value A and value B to within
1½inches, greater differences may cause variations in
speed during opening and closing gate movements.
• Maintain a Z value that keeps the operator from hitting the
pillar.
• The mechanical stops intervene during the first and final 1½
inches of the stroke. Not utilizing the entire operator stroke
could limit the possible adjustments or reduce them to zero.
2.3 Installing The Operator
To correctly install the operator, follow the procedure below:
1. Secure the fixed part of the rear bracket in the position
determined previously, using a suitable assembly method
depending on the material of the pillar. In case of steel
pillars the bracket may be welded directly to the them,
see Figures 8 and 9.
IMPORTANT: make sure that the bracket is perfectly horizontal
using a level.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9

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2. Install the rear bracket as shown in Figure 10, so as to follow
the A and B values determined previously.
2⅛
1⅜
4. Bring the moving part of the operator in the position
indicated in Fig. 12 (if the mechanical stop at closing is
used) or in Fig. 13 (if no mechanical stop at closing is used).
The operator could be temporarily powered with a 12Vdc
battery to accomplish this.
5. Secure the front bracket to the operator as indicated
in Figure 14.
3. Secure the rear fork of the operator as indicated in Figure
11.
Dimensions in Inches
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14

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6. Secure the operator to the rear bracket using the supplied
bolt, as indicated in Fig. 15.
7. Move the gate leaf to the closed position.
8. Bring the operator, together with the front bracket,
alongside the leaf.
9. Check that the operator is horizontal using a level on the
bottom side of the operator as indicated in Fig. 16,
and temporarily secure the front bracket with clamps or
two welding spots.
NOTE: The axis of the holes of the front bracket must be
aligned with the axis of the holes of the rear bracket,
as shown in Fig. 17.
If the structure of the gate does not allow reliable
mounting of the front bracket it must be reinforced with
plates or similar.
10. Disengage the operator’s manual release (see Par. 3) and
move the leaf manually, checking that it completes the
entire swing, stopping at the mechanical stops.
If during this test the operator hits the leaf of the gate, the
value Emay be increased, (see Fig. 4), up to a maximum
of 4½inches, using appropriate spacers placed between
the front bracket and the gate's leaf.
11. Make all the necessary corrections and repeat the
procedures from step 9 if needed.
12. Permanently secure the front bracket, using a suitable
system as indicated in Fig. 18.
if the front bracket will be welded directly to the leaf,
the operator must be temporarily removed. Wait for the
bracket to cool before reattaching the operator.
2.4 Wiring The Operator
The operator is supplied with the cable already connected.
If the cable has to be replaced, use a UL rated cable for
outdoor use.
2.5 Mechanical Stops
The S418 operator is supplied with mechanical stops on
opening and closing as standard. These may be used in place
of mechanical stop-points for the leaf. For adjustment of the
stops, proceed as follows:
2.5.1 Mechanical Stop at Opening
1. Disengage the operator’s manual release (see Par. 4).
2. Manually move the leaf into its opening position.
3. Loosen the bolt, Fig. 19 ref. 1. The bolt does not need
to be completely removed.
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 18

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5. Tighten the bolt.
The mechanical stop is coupled to a toothed section on the
operator's body, Fig. 19 Ref. 2. In case of difficulties moving the
stop check that the coupling is free. Do not force it.
2.5.2 Mechanical Stop at Closing
1. Disengage the operator’s manual release (see Par. 3)
4. Move the mechanical stop until it is close to the back
side of the bracket, as indicated in Figure 20.
2. Manually move the leaf into its closing position.
3. Loosen the bolt, Fig. 21 ref. 1. The bolt does not need
to be completely removed.
4. Move the mechanical stop until it is close to the front
side of the bracket, as indicated in Fig. 22.
5. Tighten the bolt.
The mechanical stop is coupled to a toothed section on the
operator's body, Fig. 21 Ref. 2. In case of difficulties moving
the stop check that the coupling is free. Do not force it.
If the gate system needs to be moved manually due to power
outage or an operator malfunction, proceed as follows:
1. Turn power off at the main breaker and disconnect
the backup battery if present.
2. Slide off the protective cap, Fig. 23 Ref. 1.
3. Insert the supplied release key, Fig. 23 Ref. 2, and turn
it counter-clockwise until it stops, Fig. 23 Ref. 3. The
release position is indicated by an open padlock.
4. Move the leaf manually.
NOTE: To keep the operator in manual mode the release
device should be left in its current (unlocked) position
and main power should be kept off
3. MANUAL OPERATION
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22

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3.1 Restoring Normal Operation
To restore normal operation mode, proceed as follows:
1. Turn power off at the main breaker and disconnect the
backup battery if present.
2. Turn the release key clockwise until it stops, Fig. 24 Ref. 1,
and remove the key, Fig. 24 Ref. 2. The locking position
is indicated by a closed padlock.
3. Close the protective cap, Fig. 24 Ref. 3.
4. Manually move the leaf until the device engages and
the leaf locks.
5. Power up the system and perform several open/close
operations to check that the automated system works
normally.
NOTE: During the first cycle, the operator might not slow down
correctly. Wait for the end of the cycle and then give the
opening command once again.
4. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Periodically check the gate structure and ensure in particular
that the hinges are in perfect working condition.
Check that the electronic force setting on the control board is
adjusted correctly and that the manual release mechanism is
fully functional.
Safety devices installed on the system must be checked every
six months.
Repairs
For repairs, refer to FAAC authorized service centers.
Fig. 23
Fig. 24

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5. SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM
Part Part Number Description
01 713002 Manual Release Key
02 63001555 Manual Release Cover
03 63001565 Manual Release Assembly
04 63001575 Operator Body
05
06 63002565 Bracket Kit (front and rear bracket come in the same kit)
07 63001595 Lead Nut
08 63001525 Screw
09 63001605 Screw Cover
10 63001615 Motor
11 718366 Long Pin
12 7228015 Rear Fork
13 7182075 Short Pin
14 63001625 Mechanical Stop
15 63001635 Harness Cover
16 60202215 Tensioning Set
17 60202225 Output Shaft
18 60202165 Bushing
Part Part Number Description
19 718367 Pin With C Clip
20 60202355 Worm Gear Bushing
21 63001545 Screws ø4.8x13mm
22 63001535 Front Cap
23 n/a Cable Gland M16 x 1.5
24 701459 Self Tapping Screw 3.5x13 mm
25 701405 Self Tapping Screw 3.5x9.5 mm
26 704049 C Clip E 6
27 n/a Washer 13 x 2.5 mm
28 702102 Nut ES 8
29 n/a C Clip E 18
30 701110002 Screw 6 x 16 mm
31 703103 Lock Washer 6
32 701418 Self Tapping Screw 2.9 x 13mm
33 704002 C-clip E 10
34 702106 Nut ES. 8
35 703104 Lock Washer 8
36 n/a Washer 8.4 x 1.6 mm
37 701122002 Screw 8 x 25 mm

SETTING
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J24
DL19 DL20 DL21 DL22DL14 DL15 DL16 DL17 DL18
Main power supply 115 V~ 60 Hz
Secondary power
supply
24 Vdc - 16 A max.
(min. 20 Vdc. - max. 36 Vdc.)
Power consumption stand-by = 4W max. = 400 W
Max load per motor 7 A
Accessory
power supply 24 Vdc - 500 mA
Battery charge current 150 mA
Operating tempera-
ture -4 °F +131 °F (-20 °C +55 °C)
Protection fuses All self-resetting
Main power fuse 6.3 A Timed
Operating Logics E, A, S, EP, AP, SP, B, C
Operating time out 10 min.
Pause time Programmable (0 to 4 min)
with trimmer
Motor force, speed,
obstacle sensitivity,
closing delay
Programmable with
dedicated trimmer
Connector inputs Power supply, Battery,
Radio receiver, USB
Terminal strip inputs Encoder, Open A, Open B, Stop,
Open safety photocell, Closing safe-
ty photocell, Limit switches
Terminal strip outputs Audio Alarm, Lock, Motors,
Accessory power supply
Programming With trimmers,
dipswitches
and pushbutton
RADIO Connector for the radio receiver
BATTERY Connector for the backup battery
J24 Jumper to disable battery charging
(With the jumper present the battery
charger is enabled)
POWER SUPPLY DC Power supply input
TR1 to TR6 Programming Trimmers
+24 LED DC power indicator
SW1 - SETUP Pushbutton for automatic setup
DS1 - DS2 Programming dipswitches
LED ERROR Troubleshooting indicator
USB A USB connection for software upgrade
On the radio connector it’s possible to plug in receivers RP
and RP2. With a single channel radio RP it will be possible to
activate only the OPEN A input, with a dual channel radio RP2
it will be possible to activate both OPEN A and OPEN B inputs.
Plug in the radio board with the component side towards the
internal part of the board.
Make sure you insert or disconnect the board ONLY with the
power off.
1.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.2 LAYOUT AND COMPONENTS
1.3 RADIO CONNECTION
Fig. A1
1. E024U CONTROL BOARD DESCRIPTION & CHARACTERISTICS
A2

A B STP CL OP
OPEN FSW
24 VDC
Maglock
Encoder
Fig. A2
MOT DL1 DL2
1 ON ON
2 ON OFF
PIN LABEL FUNCTION
2 EASY 2 EASY 2easy BUS input for encoders (S800H and S450H only), XIB and loop detector boards
1 OPEN A N.O. Contact for total opening command
2OPEN B /
CLOSE
OPEN B: N.O. Contact for opening of leaf 1 only
(with only one leaf the opening stops at 50% of traveling)
CLOSE (LOGIC B-C): N.O. Contact for closing command
3 STOP N.C. Contact for stop command
4 FSW CL N.C. Contact for closing safety
5 FSW OP N.C. Contact for opening safety
6 GND (-) 24 Vdc negative
7 GND (-) 24 Vdc negative
8 + 24 24 Vdc positive
9 OUT (-)
24 Vdc negative for warning lamp (DS1 SW12=OFF)
24 Vdc negative for safety TX photocell (monitored) (DS1 SW12=ON)
IMPORTANT: for UL325 compliance the negative TX photocell option must be used
10 FCA 1 Open limit switch Motor 1
11 GND (-) 24 Vdc negative
12 FCC 1 Close limit switch Motor 1
13 FCA 2 Open limit switch Motor 2
14 GND (-) 24 Vdc negative
15 FCC2 Close limit switch Motor 2
LAMP LAMP
Audio Alarm output (DS1 SW11=OFF)
Output for flashing light 24Vdc 15W max (DS1 SW11=ON)
IMPORTANT: for UL325 compliance the Audio Alarm option must be used
LOCK LOCK Output for electrical lock, max 5A pulse (DS2 - SW 4=OFF) 12 Vac / 24Vdc
Always ON (maglock): max 1 A (DS2 - SW 4=ON) 24 Vdc
MOT1 MOT 1 Motor 1 output ( first moving motor )
MOT2 MOT 2 Motor 2 output ( second moving motor )
USB A USB Firmware upgrade input
2. INPUT / OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
A3

CLOSE SAFETY
OPEN SAFETY
CL OP
FSW
TX
TX
RX
RX
CLOSE SAFETY
CL OP
FSW
RX TX
Connection of One Pair of Monitored Opening
Photocells and One Pair of Monitored Closing
Photocells
Fig. A6
RX= Receiver Photocell
TX= Transmitter Ptotocell
3. SAFETY DEVICE CONNECTIONS
Fig. A7
Entrapment protection
To comply with the UL325 standard for gate operators every
entrapment zone, as defined in ASTMF2200, must be pro-
tected by two independent entrapment protection devices.
One of the devices is inherent in the E024U control boards
design, the other can be external, like a photocell or an
edge sensor.
See this picture for the photocells positioning:
Fig. A3 Closing Safety Devices Opening Safety
Devices
Opening Safety Devices:
Are active only during the gate opening movement, and
are suitable for protecting the area between the opening
leaves and fixed obstacles (walls, etc) against the risk of
entrapment
Closing Safety Devices:
Are active only during the gate closing movement, and are
suitable for protecting the closing area against the risk of
entrapment.
Monitored Devices:
Additionaly the UL325 standard requires that every external
entrapment protection device must be monitored for
presence and correct operation. To comply with this
requirement the FAILSAFE function must be activated. This
function tests the photocells before each movement of the
operator. In case the test fails the movement is inhibited.
To activate this function set the dip-switch 12 of DS1 ON,
and connect the negative of the transmitter to the OUT pin
(No.9).
See Fig. A6, A7, A8, A10 for wiring examples.
DS1
For UL325 compliance activate
FAILSAFE mode setting dip switch
12 to ON
Connection of One Pair of Monitored Closing Photocells
RX= Receiver Photocell
TX= Transmitter Ptotocell
16” or less
A4

Only one monitored photocell can be connected to the
Closing or Opening safety inputs. More than one photocell
or other device can be connected to the safety inputs, but
they will not be monitored.
Other devices connected to the safety inputs must have
normally closed contacts and wired in series with the main
monitored sensor.
See the following example of one closing safety monitored
photocell and one non monitored one.
CLOSE SAFETY NOT MONITORED
CL OP
FSW
CLOSE SAFETY MONITORED
RX TX
RX TX
Closing Safety Devices Opening Safety
Devices
Opening/Closing
Safety Devices
Opening/Closing Safety Devices:
They operate during the gate opening and closing move-
ments and are suitable to protect the opening and closing
areas against the risk of impact. Typically these photocells
work in combination with other monitored photocell pro-
tecting closing or opening entrapment zones. In that case
they can’t be monitored so they can only protect against
potential impact on vehicles.
CLOSE SAFETY MONITORED
CL OP
FSW
OPEN / CLOSE SAFETY NOT MONITORED
RX TX
RX TX
OPEN SAFETY MONITORED
RX TX
Connection of Two Pairs of Closing Photocells, One
Monitored and One non Monitored
Fig. A8
Connection of One Pair of Closing Photocells
(monitored), One Pair of Opening Photocells
(monitored) and One pair of Opening/Closing
Photocells (non monitored)
Fig. A10
Fig. A9
RX= Receiver Photocell
TX= Transmitter Ptotocell RX= Receiver Photocell
TX= Transmitter Ptotocell
16” or less
A5

OPERATING LOGIC
DS 1: SW 1 - SW 2 - SW 3
LOGIC SW 1 SW 2 SW 3 PAUSE
TIME DESCRIPTION
E (default)
Semiautomatic OFF OFF OFF NO One command opens, the next one closes. A command
during opening stops the gate
A
Automatic ON ON ON 0 - 4
min
One command opens, waits for the pause time an then
closes automatically
S
Security OFF OFF ON 0-4
min
One command opens, waits for the pause time and then
closes automatically. If the closing safety is activated or
another command is given during the pause time it closes.
A maintained open command will not hold the gate open
EP
Semiautomatic
step by step
OFF ON OFF NO One command opens, the next one closes. During the mo-
vement a command stops the gate
AP
Automatic
step by step
OFF ON ON 0-4
min
One command opens, waits for the pause time and then
closes automatically. A command during the pause time
holds the gate open
SP
Security
step by step
ON OFF OFF 0-4
min
One command opens, waits for the pause time and then
closes automatically. If the closing safety is activated during
pause time the gate closes in 5 s. A command during pau-
se time holds open the gate
B
Manned Pulsed ON OFF ON NO An open A command opens the gate, an open B com-
mand closes the gate
C
Manned Constant ON ON OFF NO Holding open A active opens the gate, holding Open B acti-
ve closes the gate
For more details on the operating logics please refer to Chapter 11 - Function Logics
4.1 DIP SWITCH DS1 SETTINGS FOR OPERATING LOGIC
4. PROGRAMMING
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TR 3 – SPEED ADJUSTMENT FOR MOTOR1 AND MOTOR 2
Turn clockwise to increase the opening and closing speed
TR 4 – SENSITIVITY ADJUSTEMENT FOR OBSTACLE DETECTION FOR MOTOR 1 AND MOTOR 2
Turn clockwise to increase the sensitivity for obstacle detection.
See Par. 6.3 for more details about the obstacle detection feature
TR 5 – PAUSE TIME ADJUSTMENT ( 0 - 4 min. )
Turn clockwise to increase the pause time.
TR6 - CLOSING DELAY OF LEAF 1 OVER LEAF 2 ADJUSTMENT ( 0 - 15 sec )
Turn clockwise to increase the delay
TR1 – FORCE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR 1
Turn clockwise to increase the opening and closing force
1 min
2 min
3 min
4 min0 sec
30 sec
TR 2 – FORCE ADJUSTEMENT MOTOR 2
Turn clockwise to increase the opening and closing force
4.2 ADJUSTING TRIMMERS
Dip switches DS1: 1 to 3 need
to be set for an operating
mode with PAUSE time for this
adjustment to have any effect
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BOARD SETUP
DS 1: SW 4 to SW 12
OPENING DELAY SW 4 The opening of leaf 2 is delayed after the opening of leaf 1. This is to
avoid that the gate’s leafs interfere with each other during the initial part
of the movement. In case there is only one leaf is has no effect.
0 sec (default) OFF
2 sec ON
REVERSE AND LAST STROKE SW 5 If active, before opening, while the gate is closed, the motors thrust to
close for 2 s to facilitate the release of the electric lock. At closing the
motors are activated for a final stroke after slowdown to facilitate locking
of the electric lock.
inactive (default) OFF
active ON
MAX THRUST AT STARTUP SW 6 With this fuction active the motors work at maximum force at startup
(regardless of the force setting) during the initial phase of the movement.
Useful for heavy leafs
inactive (default) OFF
active for 3 sec ON
AUTOMATIC OPENING IN CASE OF PO-
WER FAILURE
SW 7 If active and with the optional backup battery installed, the board will
open the gate after one minute from the power failure and keep it open.
Within the minute wait it’s always possible to open and close the gate
with a command. If the logic used has a pause time the board will close
the gate when the power comes back.
inactive (default) OFF
active ON
CLOSING SAFETY LOGIC SW 8 With this function you can choose the behaviour of the closing safety. With
SW8 OFF the gate movement will be reversed as soon as the safety is active,
with SW8 ON the gate will stop when the safety is active and it will reverse
only when the safety is deactivated again.
immediate reverse (default) OFF
reverse when cleared ON
PREFLASHING SW 9 This function activates the flashing lamp for 5s before the movement
of the gate
inactive (default) OFF
active for 5 sec ON
EXTRA SENSITIVITY TO
OBSTACLE DETECTION
SW 10 If active this function allows to have an immediate reverse in case the
gate hits a rigid obstacle. This function increases the safety of the gate
operator, however it can generate unwanted obstacle detections.
inactive (default) OFF
active ON
ORANGE TERMINAL FUNCTION SW 11 If OFF after the second consecutive obstacle detection this output is
activated until the STOP contact is open or the power is cycled
if ON the output can be connected to a warning lamp.
IMPORTANT: for UL325 compliance this switch must be OFF
Audio Alarm (default) OFF
Warning Lamp ON
OUT FUNCTION (pin 9)
max 100mA
SW 12 if OFF: use pin 9 as power supply negative for a warning lamp. The
lamp will be active during opening, pause and stop. Flashing during
close, off when the gate is closed
If ON: use pin 9 as power supply negative for the safety photocells.
Before any movement the board will check for the presence of the
safety photocells. If the test fails the gate will not move.
IMPORTANT: for UL325 compliance this switch must be ON
Lamp OFF
Photocells FAIL SAFE active ON
4.3 DIP SWITCH DS1 SETTINGS FOR BOARD SETUP
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