JOSTechnik HK2 User manual

Original Operating Instructions Flap Actuator HK2 10/2020
Automatic Chicken Door Flap Actuator
HK2 (standalone de ice)
HK2-RH
HK2-RE
HK2-RG
HK2-RB
Description and Operating Instructions

Original Operating Instructions Flap Actuator HK2 10/2020
Table of Contents
General Description...............................................................................................................1
Installation Instructions...........................................................................................................2
HK2 - standalone device....................................................................................................2
HK2 - R..............................................................................................................................2
Optional Modules...............................................................................................................3
Operation and Settings..........................................................................................................4
General Structure...............................................................................................................4
Settings and hanges.......................................................................................................5
Factory Setting..............................................................................................................5
Main menu level “Flap actuator”....................................................................................6
Submenu Timer 1 / Timer 2.......................................................................................6
Submenu Mode.........................................................................................................6
Submenu Delay.........................................................................................................7
Submenu Light Sensor..............................................................................................7
Submenu Emergency Stop.......................................................................................7
Submenu Redefine End Position (slider LOSED)..................................................7
Submenu astor.......................................................................................................7
Main Menu Level “Time / Date”.....................................................................................8
Submenu Time..........................................................................................................8
Submenu Date..........................................................................................................8
Main menu level “Extras”...............................................................................................8
Submenu Attractor Light............................................................................................8
Submenu Language..................................................................................................8
Main Menu Level “Reset”..............................................................................................9
Start-up and Operation...........................................................................................................9
Start-up..............................................................................................................................9
Operating Displays..........................................................................................................10
Automatic Mode...............................................................................................................10
Manual Mode...................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting and Service...........................................................................................11
Technical data......................................................................................................................12
Data..................................................................................................................................12
Disposal...........................................................................................................................12
Declaration of onformity................................................................................................13
hanges, Additions and Extensions....................................................................................14

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General Description
JOSTechnik’s electronic flap actuator HK2 is a further development of JT-HK’s series of
flap actuators, which have been on the market for a number of years. It is used for the
automated opening and closing of sliders to poultry houses. Sliders weighing
approximately 400 g - max. 2.5 kg can be moved using the HK2.The slider must run
smoothly, it must not rub or tilt.
The flap actuator HK2 is available in 2 versions:
1 Framework device consisting of a control unit on a fully assembled self-locking
slider forming a compact unit (HK2-R..)
2 Standalone device (HK2) to be used with external sliders (standard or self-locking)
Range of functions:
Automatic opening/closing of the slider
ontrol by dimmer switch and integrated timer
Manual operation with (▲ und ▼) keys integrated on the device
◦or with optional radio remote control
◦or optional remote keys
The closing point is reached without external limit switches using the travel time
control
Safety function with control if animals are in the path of the slider
◦an interrupted closing process is repeated - real emergency stop or emergency
opening function
Optional remote display of the slider status by means of 2 extra bright LED lights
an be installed inside or outside the poultry house
Integrated attractor light controlled by a light sensor
The HK2 basically works in automatic mode, but can also be operated manually (see
section on Manual Operation).
Internally, the device works with a stable D voltage of 12 V. Standard batteries are not
suitable for operating the HK2. A plug-in power supply for connection to the 230V power
supply is part of the delivery package. The device has IP65 protection and can be used
outdoors without additional protection. The plug-in power supply must be connected in-
doors in any case, since it has no suitable protection for outdoor use.
The basic function can be enhanced or adapted using optional sensors and modules (see
section on Optional Modules).
The JT-LDR external light sensor is definitely required
◦if the control unit is located in the poultry house or is installed in the shade
JT-FT wired remote keys are required
◦if the control unit is in the poultry house, for example.
The JT-FA wired remote display is required
◦if the slider status cannot be seen from a distance
Radio remote control with 2 JT-FB keys are required
◦for operating the slider
Radio remote control with 4 JT-FB4T keys are required
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◦for operating the slider and the lighting
Attractor light (no dimmer function)
◦1 x LED light bar up to max. 12 V / 12 W can be connected directly
You can easily retrofit optional sensors and modules yourself. All the necessary connec-
tions are available and are connected or plugged in using screws (see section on Installa-
tion Instructions). A flexible cable bushing is built into the housing for the additional cables
so that no additional drilling is required.
The housing must be opened in any case to carry out any retrofitting. The power must be
disconnected beforehand. After connecting the sensors and/or modules, close the housing
and reconnect the power supply.
The slider can be controlled according to brightness and the time of day. The setting of the
threshold values is menu-driven and further control options, such as permanent or semi-
automatic operation, are available.
If there is no explicit reference to differences between the HK2.0-R.. framework device and
the HK-2.0 standalone device, these instructions apply to both types of device.
Installation Instructions
The plug-in power supply is usually already connected when you receive the product. If
you have to connect the plug-in power supply yourself, make sure it is connected correctly
to the 12 V terminal (red to +, black to -). If you have purchased optional modules, connect
them as well (see section on Optional Modules). Note the polarity of the attractor light.
Please ensure that you read all the operating instructions in order to be able to make use of all the
features offered by the flap actuator.
HK2 - standalone de ice
Before the electronic flap actuator is put into use, it must be fitted according the installation
instructions and be attached to the chicken door by means of a connection cord. Using the
flap actuator with out the connected slider will lead to malfunctions.
Note the following: (applies only to the standalone device with separate slider)
The aluminium nut of the flap actuator must be directly on the housing (the cord is rolled up). Do not cut this
nut off under any circumstances. Attach a separate connecting cord here (not included in the delivery
package). Push the slider into the open position and now connect the separate cord to the opened slider.
The minimum distance between the upper edge of the opened slider and the lower edge of the HK2 must
be at least 10 cm.
HK2 - R..
The frame unit is pre-assembled ready for use and requires no further assembly work.
Fasten it to your stable with the screws supplied. Use the existing holes in the rails, do not
drill new holes.
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Optional Modules
A R R P
Attractor light Re ote display Re ote key Plug-in Power
Supply
External light
sensor
*The pictures show the cable colours co only used.
The optional remote display indicates the status of the slider (OPEN/ LOSED) over a dis-
tance of about 30 metres.
The extre ely bright LED lights indicate the following:
Red Green Slider status
On Off Open
Off On losed
Flash Off Open (manually)
Off Flash losed (manually)
You can operate the device by hand using the optional remote keys without using a radio
remote control.
The different functions are shown as follows:
Open slider Key ▲
lose slider Key ▼
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If you have ordered a radio remote control, the receiver is pre-installed in the device and
paired with the transmitter. This means that the transmitter and receiver have a common
communication address. You do not have to do anything else.
If you want to retrofit the radio remote control yourself at a later date, please refer to the
pictures below.
Radio receiver Slot for radio receiver Radio receiver plugged in
Operation and Settings
The HK2 flap actuator is operated using the timer display. Operation is menu-driven and is
described below.
General Structure
Key < takes you to the previ-
ous menu item or exits the
menu
< Main or submenu > Key > takes you to the next
menu item or exits the menu
Key  takes you to the submenu or to
the parameter level
Note: If you hold down the > key or the < key in the main or sub-menu level, you automatically scroll
forwards or backwards through the menus.
Key < sets parameters to 0
or factory settings
< Submenu > Key> increases parameters or
scrolls through the list of set-
ting values
Other parameters
Key  confirms the change and goes
to the next parameter or to the sub-
menu.
Note: If you keep the > key pressed in the parameter level, the parameter increases automatically or
scrolls continuously through the list of set values.
To open the menu press  key until the display lighting is switched on.
In order to be able to display / change parameters, use the > key or < key to move
through the main / submenus; it is not possible to go straight to specific parameters. For
most settings, there are limits in the setting range (see section on Factory Setting). The
changed parameters are saved immediately after exiting the menu item and are retained
even in the event of a power failure.
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It is imperative that you exit the menu so that the device switches back to automatic mode.
No functions are possible within the menu.
The enu is structured and divided into the following ain and sub- enu levels:
Flap actuator Date / Time Extras Reset
Timer 1 Time Attractor light
Timer 2 Date Language
Mode
Light sensor
Emergency stop
Redefine the end position
astor
Settings and Changes
Factory Setting
Parameter / Setting alue Factory setting Adjustment range (specified)
Flap actuator
Timer 1 Open 1 7:03 am 3:00 am – 2:59 pm
lose 1 7:05 pm 3:00 pm – 10:59 pm
Timer 2 Open 2 00:00 00:00 – 11:59 pm Time-of-day ranges
must still be ob-
served
lose 2 00:00 00:00 – 11:59 pm
Time-of-day ranges Morning 3:00 am - 2:59 pm Automatically only opening Not adjustable
Evening 3:00 pm - 10:59 pm Automatically only closing
Night 11:00 pm - 2:59 am No automatic function
11:00 pm Forced closure
Operating mode Open +/+ -/-, x/- , x/x , -/x , +/+
lose x/x -/-, x/- , x/x , -/x , +/+
Delay 0 minutes 0 – 60 minutes
Brightness value Open 18 % 15 % - 75 %
lose 5 % 2 % - 12 %
Set the lower end position No Automatic
Emergency stop On On / Off
astor Off On (3 seconds) / Off
Time / Date
Time urrent time
On On / Off
Date urrent date
Extras
Attractor light Off On / Off
Switch-on value 20 % 10% - 30%
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Parameter / Setting alue Factory setting Adjustment range (specified)
Light duration 00 min 05 – 60 min
Language German German, English, French, Dutch
Main menu le el “Flap actuator”
Submenu Timer 1 / Timer 2
Setting the times for automatic opening (▲) and closing (▼) of the slider. Entering times is
limited to the range between 3:00 am and 10:59 pm. No automatic function is available
between 11:00 pm and 2:59 am. This does not apply to manual operation.
The logic of the times is checked when the times are entered. If there are any discrepan-
cies and it is not possible to exit the menu item, the cursor is placed on the incorrect entry
for you to correct the entry.
< Timer 1 > < Timer 2 >
▲7:00 am ▼7:05 pm ▲ 9:00 am ▼ 6:30 pm
If only timer 1 is set, this applies to all days of the week. If timer 2 is also set, this applies
to Saturday and Sunday. Timer 1 applies accordingly from Monday to Friday. Timer 2 is
deactivated if both times are set to 00:00.
Submenu Mode
The operating mode determines the way in which the slider is opened / closed. The front
character stands for the timer function, and the character after the slash for the light sen-
sor. The mode must be set separately for opening and closing.
The following odes are available:
Operating modes* Open/Close if Explanation
0 +/+ Switching time and light sensor value reached
1 x/- Switching time reached Timer only
2** -/x Light sensor value reached Light sensor only
3 x/x Switching time and light sensor value reached
4 -/- Manual key or remote control operated Manual operation only
* The set operating modes apply to both timers and cannot be set separately.
** if selected for evening, the delay submenu described below appears
Exa ples of what the sy bols ean:
Mode Meaning
0 Morning +/+ Slider opens when it is "light" but not before the set opening time
3 Evening x/x Slider closes when it is "dark" or at the set closing time
2 Evening -/x Slider closes when it is "dark" and the set delay time has expired
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Submenu Delay
This submenu is only displayed if mode 2 -/x is set for the evening. The adjustable delay
time only applies to the automatic closing of the slider and does not affect opening or man-
ual operation.
< Delay >
00 minutes
Submenu Light Sen or
Setting of the switching thresholds of the light sensor when the slider is opened (▲) or
closed (▼).
< Light sensor >
85 % □ 18% ■ 05%
Note: the smaller the percentage, the darker it must / can be
Submenu Emergency Stop
The device has a real emergency stop or emergency opening function. This means that
should be an animal under the slider when it is closing, the slider will stop closing and re -
open as soon as it touches the animal. The slider will then attempt to close again. After 3
unsuccessful attempts, this function is temporarily switched off and the slider finally closes.
If "false" emergency stops are triggered too often through the use of cables and guide
rollers or other mechanical impairments (i.e. the slider attempts to close a number of times
without being triggered by animals), the function can be permanently switched off here.
< Emergency stop >
On
Submenu Redefine End Po ition ( lider CLOSED)
Structural differences between poultry houses mean that the path of the slider has to be
defined. It is necessary to redefine the end position function so that the flap actuator
knows when the slider is closed.
< Redefining the end position >
Please wait
You only have to call up this menu item if you want to reset the lower end position, e.g. be -
cause the slider has changed or the device has been installed in a different position. No
other settings are deleted.
Submenu Ca tor
When using the HK2 as a standalone device with a separate self-locking slider, the motor
must continue to run after the slider has been attached until the locking lever has engaged.
This is done by the castor function.
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< Castor >
Off
Note: No castor is required with the HK-ZSU-Rx. The locking mechanism is located directly in the
control unit.
Main Menu Le el “Time / Date”
The device is delivered from the factory with the current time and date. If you are in a dif -
ferent time zone, if the clock runs incorrectly after changing the battery or if you identify a
rate deviation, you can set the time and date manually.
Submenu Time
The seconds are set to "00" after exiting the menu.
< Time >
10:32 ET/summer time
The automatic normal / summer-time changeover can be switched off if required.
Submenu Date
< Date >
01.01.20
The date is set as follows
1 Year - heck for leap year
2 Month - heck for length of month
3 Day - Determine the day of the week
Note: Time and date are also current after a power failure (backup battery available)
Main menu le el “Extras”
Submenu Attractor Light
The attractor light is used to attract animals into the poultry house before the slider closes.
The light is switched on or off, and dimming is not possible.
< Attractor light >
Off 20% 00 min
The attractor light is switched on when the set switching threshold is reached and the
slider is OPEN. After the slider closes, the attractor light lights up for the set time.
Submenu Language
After changing the language and exiting the language menu, the device restarts. All dis-
play outputs are then shown in the selected language.
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< Language >
German
Main Menu Le el “Reset”
< Reset >
The key  key starts resetting all set values to the factory setting automatically. The time
and date are retained. After resetting, the device runs a self-test and then automatically
switches on and defines the lower end position.
Note: If you only want to reset the "lower end position", select the option "Redefine end position” in the
"Flap actuator" menu instead of "Reset".
Start-up and Operation
Start-up
After the HK2 has been properly installed, connect the plug-in power supply into the mains
socket. The device will automatically switch on and run a self-test. The background lighting
of the display is switched on and the following display appears.
Initialisation
Please wait
The motor starts up, the flap is pulled up to the stop collar on the housing. The motor stops
momentarily and the traction cable frees up by a few millimetres. The initialisation is com-
plete. The device then closes and automatically determines the lower end position. Once
the slider touches the bottom, it moves back into the open position.
The device now shows the standard display, indicating correct initialisation and the transi-
tion to automatic mode.
Mo 10:32 am CEST Mo 10:32 am CEST Mo 10:32 am CEST
97% □18% ■05% V 6.0.XXX ▲■ T1: Monday – Sunday
The display lighting goes out. In order to be able to check the displays, the lighting can
also be switched on manually by pressing the < key and the > key at the same time. The
lighting goes out automatically after approx. 30 seconds.
Without changing the factory setting, the device will:
Open 7:03 am daily and it must already be light (Mode 0 +/+)
Close 7:05 pm daily or it is already dark (Mode 3 +/+)
You can change times and modes in the menu (see section on Settings and changes).
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Operating Displays
Various operating data, parameters and settings are shown in the display.
Top line:
Weekday urrent time Standard time / Summer-time (but not deactivated)
Botto line alternately:
urrent brightness Open brightness lose brightness
Software version Operating mode
Automatic / Manual
Last control command Light sensor status (bright/dark)
Validity of the timer times
The yellow LED to the left of the display shows the following states:
Light sensor recognises
ontinuous light BRIGHT
Flashing Initialisation in progress
Off DARK
Automatic Mode
The device is designed for automatic operation and opens and closes the slider in accor-
dance with the operating mode that has been set. Interventions in the automatisation are
required only if you wish to deviate from standard usage. This includes, for example, clos-
ing the poultry house by the hour for cleaning, or opening it manually to put a stray bird
into the poultry house.
The auto mode is interrupted without "outside" intervention only if errors occur. (see head -
ing on Troubleshooting)
Manual Mode
Pressing the ▲ key and the ▼ key, the optional radio remote control or the optional re-
mote keys will allow you to operate the slider manually at any time, regardless of the light
sensor and timer. Each of these actions exits the automatic mode and will not cause any
further automatic opening / closing to take place until you exit manual mode.
The interruption of automatic mode is shown in two ways:
1 In the display Display A (automatic) or M (manual)
2 Optional remote display belonging to the manual function performed
LED status flashes
Exa ple:
Slider is Key Display Comment
action Display Remote display
Open None A Red on
Key ▼ Switch to manual mode
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losed M Green (flashing)
Key ▲ Switch to automatic mode
Open A Red on
Explanation:
If the automatically closed slider is opened again manually in the evening, it remains
OPEN until the slider is closed again manually or the automatic forced closing is activated
at 11:00 pm and the device is switched to automatic mode.
If the slider is closed manually during the day, the slider will not reopen automatically until
the following morning.
Progra able anual operating odes in the “ ode” sub enu (part-auto atic ode):
Manual mode Mode setting Comment
Morning E ening
ontinuous -/- -/- The flap can only be operated manually, e.g. when the animals
have to be penned in. The slider does not function automatically.
Semi-automatic -/- Any
except -/-
The flap is always opened manually and closes automatically in
the evening according to the mode that has been set
Any
except -/-
-/- The flap is always opened manually and closes automatically in
the morning according to the mode that has been set
Despite the manual key being pressed, the slider status is shown by the LED of the op -
tional remote display that lights up continuously and A is still shown in the display. If you
do not press the manual key in the set time range, the device remains in the current state
(i.e. constantly OPEN or LOSED).
If you have only set the -/- mode for the evening and have forgotten to close the poultry
house manually, it will be closed at 11 pm by the automatic forced closing.
A 4-key radio remote control also enables you to operate the attractor light manually re-
gardless of the light sensor, time and slider status. Again, the manual operation interrupts
the automatic operation of the attractor light. Forced shutdown takes place at 11:00 pm.
Troubleshooting and Ser ice
It’ not working. What now?
First call the service department (you can find the phone number on the invoice / delivery
note). Have your invoice ready and a list of your set values. Before you call, make bullet
points for the following questions:
What device do I have?
When and where did I buy it?
What is not working?
What have I already tried?
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If you want to send the device to the service department for inspection / repair, please note
the following:
Send the device as a simple parcel.
Include a copy of your invoice / delivery note.
Include a brief description of what is not working and what you have already tried.
Please provide a phone number. / email address * where you can be reached for
any questions.
* no EBAY or Amazon email address
This ensures that the inspection / repair can be tackled quickly and that you get your de -
vice back quickly.
If the inspection / repair is chargeable (e.g. outside the guarantee period) you will first re-
ceive an estimate of the cost. The repair will then only be carried out after you have
agreed to this (transferred the amount).
Note! The guarantee is not alid if you are not able to pro ide proof of purchase.
Technical data
Data
Description HK2 and HK-ZSU-Rx flap actuators
onnection 230 V ~ 1.5 A via plug-in power supply to 12 V = internal
Power consumption approx. 30 mA (only HK-ZSU), approx. 130 mA including additional
modules
urrent capacity outputs Max. 20 mA per output, max. 500 mA across all outputs
Internal cable length ca. 1.00 m
Slider weight min. / max. ca. 400 g / 2500 g
Size (control unit only) 120 x 120 x 60 mm (B x L x H)
Weight of standalone device
(without slider)
ca. 300 g
Weight with frame ca. 1.5 – 3.5 kg (according to frame size)
WEEE-reg.--no. DE58973207
Disposal
Sales packaging is packaging received by the end user (Section 3 (1) No. 2 of the Regulation on Packaging).
Manufacturers or distributors of the products are required to either take back packaging waste from the
customer’s premises or in the immediate vicinity thereof free of charge (Section 6 (1)) or to participate in a
comprehensive system that collects packaging waste from the premises of private end consumers or in their
vicinity thereof (so-called dual systems).
Disclosure require ent according to the Regulation on Batteries
In regard to the sale of batteries or the delivery of devices containing batteries, we are required to inform you
of the following:
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As the end user, you are legally required to return used batteries You can return old batteries – that we have
or have had in our range as new batteries – free of charge to our dispatch warehouse (dispatch address).
The symbols shown on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the crossed-out dustbin means that the battery must not be disposed of in the household
waste.
Pb = battery contains more than 0.004 percent by mass of lead
d = battery contains more than 0.002 percent by mass of cadmium
Hg = battery contains more than 0.0005 percent by mass of mercury.
WEEE directive 2002/96 / E
According to the European WEEE directive, electrical and electronic devices may not be disposed of with
household waste. Their components must be recycled or disposed of separately, because toxic and
hazardous components can cause lasting damage to the environment if not disposed of properly. As
consumers, according to the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act ("Elektrogesetz"), you must
return electrical and electronic devices at the end of their service life to the manufacturer, the
point of sale or to public collection points set up for this purpose. The relevant state law
regulates the details of such return. The symbol on the product, the operating instructions and /
or the packaging refer to these provisions.
WEEE-Reg.—no..: DE58973207
Declaration of Conformity
E declaration of conformity according to the E Machinery Directive 2006/42 / E of 17 May 2006,
Appendix II A.
We hereby declare that the machine described below, in terms of its design and construction, as well as
the version that we have put into circulation, complies with the basic safety and health requirements of E
Directive 2006/42 / E .
In the event of any change to the machine that has not been agreed with us, this declaration loses its
validity.
Manufacturer/Authorised representative:
JOSTechnik owner Ilka Jost
Martha-Brautzsch-Str. 26a, 04838 Doberschütz Germany Tel.: [phone]
Description of the machine
• Function: Flap actuator • Type/Model: HK2.0
• Serial number: 6.0 • Year of construction: 2020
ompliance with other directives / regulations also applying to the product is declared:
• E - EM Directive (2004/108 / E ) of 15 December 2004
• E - Low Voltage Directive (2006/95 / E ) of 27 December 2006
Authorised representative for the compilation of the technical documentation:
Gerd Jost
Martha-Brautzsch-Str. 26a D-04838 Doberschütz
Doberschütz 26.05.2016 Ilka Jost JOSTechnik
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Changes, Additions and Extensions
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