Magnetic Autocontrol MHTM User manual

Operating Instructions
Barrier
MHTMTM MicroDrive
Doc-ID: 5815,5001EN
Version: 05

2 5815,5001EN / Version 05
Translation of the Original Operating Instructions
MAGNETIC Autocontrol GmbH
Grienmatt 20
79650 Schopfheim
Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax.: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.ac-magnetic.com

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Contents
1General....................................................................................7
1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions ...........7
1.2 Pictogram explanation ...................................................8
1.3 Limitation of liability........................................................9
1.4 Copyright protection.......................................................9
1.5 Scope of delivery .........................................................10
1.6 Warranty ......................................................................10
1.7 Disclaimer ....................................................................10
1.8 Customer service .........................................................10
1.9 EC-Declarations of conformity .....................................11
1.10 Performance declaration..............................................11
1.11 Environmental protection .............................................11
2Safety ....................................................................................12
2.1 Intended use of the barriers.........................................12
2.1.1 Intended use for certain road vehicles .........12
2.1.2 Barrier, pedestrian traffic impossible ............12
2.1.3 Barrier, pedestrian traffic not impossible......13
2.1.4 Non-intended use .........................................13
2.2 Operator's responsibility ..............................................14
2.3 Changes and modifications .........................................14
2.4 Specialists and operating personnel............................15
2.4.1 Requirements ...............................................15
2.5 Personal protective equipment ....................................16
2.6 Occupational safety and special dangers....................16
2.6.1 Danger symbols on the
MHTMTM MicroDrive barrier..........................16
2.6.2 Hazard notes and occupational safety .........17
2.7 Danger area .................................................................23
3Identification.........................................................................24
3.1 Type plate ....................................................................24
3.2 Type code ....................................................................25
3.3 Overview: Barrier types, barrier booms,
flanges and control units..............................................26
4Technical data ......................................................................27
4.1 Access .........................................................................27
4.1.1 Dimensions and weight ................................27
4.1.2 Electrical connection ....................................28
4.1.3 Operating conditions ....................................28
4.1.4 Maximum permissible wind load classes
EN 12424......................................................29
4.1.5 Operating times ............................................29

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4.2 Access Pro H .............................................................. 30
4.2.1 Dimensions and weight ............................... 30
4.2.2 Electrical connection.................................... 31
4.2.3 Operating conditions.................................... 31
4.2.4 Maximum permissible wind load classes
EN 12424..................................................... 32
4.2.5 Operating times ........................................... 32
4.3 Parking ........................................................................ 33
4.3.1 Dimensions and weight ............................... 33
4.3.2 Electrical connection.................................... 34
4.3.3 Operating conditions.................................... 34
4.3.4 Maximum permissible wind load classes
EN 12424..................................................... 35
4.3.5 Operating times ........................................... 35
4.4 Control unit.................................................................. 36
4.5 Plug-in module "Detector A–B" ................................... 37
4.6 Plug-in module "Radio" ............................................... 37
5Design and function............................................................ 38
5.1 Design ......................................................................... 38
5.1.1 Access and Parking..................................... 38
5.1.2 Access Pro H ............................................... 39
5.2 Function ...................................................................... 40
6Transport and storage ........................................................ 41
6.1 Safety notes for transport............................................ 41
6.2 Transport inspection.................................................... 42
6.3 Transport..................................................................... 43
6.4 Storage........................................................................ 43
7Design notes for induction loops ...................................... 44
8Assembly and installation .................................................. 48
8.1 Safety .......................................................................... 48
8.2 Required steps ............................................................ 49
8.3 Foundation and empty conduits.................................. 50
8.3.1 Foundation and empty conduits
for the barrier ............................................... 51
8.3.2 Foundation and empty conduits
for nesting post or light barrier post ............. 54
8.4 Assembly and installation of induction loops .............. 56
8.4.1 Directions for the assembly
and installation of induction loops................ 56
8.4.2 Induction loops............................................. 58
8.4.3 Testing induction loops................................ 58

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8.4.4 Installing induction loops in bitumen,
asphalt, or concrete......................................58
8.4.5 Installing induction loops under interlocking
stone paving .................................................60
8.5 Unpacking ....................................................................61
8.6 Open barrier housing ...................................................61
8.7 Assemble housing .......................................................62
8.8 Assemble nesting post or light barrier post .................64
8.9 Assemble safety light barrier .......................................65
8.9.1 Assemble transmitter....................................65
8.9.2 Assemble receiver........................................66
8.10 Assemble barrier boom type "VarioBoom" ..................67
8.11 Assemble edge protection ...........................................67
8.12 Assembling flange and barrier boom...........................68
8.13 Conversion "left version" – "right version" ...................72
8.14 Check and set the balancing springs
in the lever system.......................................................76
8.14.1 Setting balancing springs .............................77
8.14.2 Overview table balancing springs ................79
8.14.3 Equipment plan balancing springs ...............81
8.15 Align barrier housing and post .....................................82
8.16 Set nesting post height ................................................83
8.17 Stick on prohibition signs .............................................84
8.18 Check assembly and installation .................................84
9Electrical connection...........................................................85
9.1 Safety...........................................................................85
9.2 Installing electrical protective devices .........................86
9.3 Connecting the power cable ........................................87
9.4 Connect customer's control lines
(signalling devices) ......................................................89
9.4.1 Connecting safety devices ...........................90
9.4.2 Plausibility check of the safety devices ........90
9.4.3 Connecting safety loop.................................91
9.4.4 Connect and test the safety light barriers.....92
9.4.5 Connecting emergency opening contacts ....93
9.4.6 Digital inputs.................................................94
9.4.7 Digital outputs and output relays..................95
9.5 Checking the electrical connection ..............................96
10 Start-up and operation ........................................................97
10.1 Safety ......................................................................97
10.2 Commissioning ............................................................98
10.3 Switching on and off the barrier...................................98

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10.4 Opening and closing the barrier manually .................. 99
10.5 Putting the barrier temporarily out of operation ........ 100
11 Cleaning and maintenance............................................... 101
11.1 Safety ................................................................... 101
11.2 Cleaning ................................................................... 102
11.3 Cleaning from the outside ......................................... 102
11.4 Clean barrier housing from the inside ....................... 102
11.5 Maintenance schedule .............................................. 103
12 Malfunctions ...................................................................... 105
12.1 Safety ................................................................... 105
12.2 Malfunction table – barrier malfunctions ................... 106
12.3 Event, warning and error messages on the display.. 110
12.3.1 Event, warning and error messages –
Logic control (control unit) ......................... 111
12.3.2 Event, warning and error messages –
Motor GW .................................................. 113
12.3.3 Event, warning and error messages –
Detector ..................................................... 116
12.3.4 Event, warning and error messages –
All modules ................................................ 116
12.4 Reset the barrier ....................................................... 117
12.5 Closing or opening the barrier boom
in case of power failure ............................................. 118
13 Repair ................................................................................. 119
13.1 Safety ................................................................... 119
13.2 Spare parts................................................................ 120
13.3 Replacing the barrier boom....................................... 120
14 Decommissioning, disassembly and disposal............... 124
15 EC-Declarations of conformity ........................................ 125
15.1 Barrier, pedestrian traffic impossible......................... 125
15.2 Barrier, pedestrian traffic not impossible................... 127
Index........................................................................................... 129

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1 General
1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions
These operating instructions provide crucial information on
handling of MAGNETIC barriers MHTMTM MicroDrive. Pre-requisite
for safe working is the observance of all specified safety notes and
instructions.
In addition, the local accident prevention regulations valid at the
barrier's area of application and general safety regulations have to
be complied with.
Carefully read the operating instructions before starting any work!
They are a product component and must be kept in direct proximity
of the barrier, well accessible to the personnel at all times.
When passing the barrier on to third parties, the operating
instructions must also be handed over.
Components from other suppliers may have their own safety
regulations and instructions for use. These must also be observed.
Parameterisation of the barrier
control unit MGC and MGC Pro
NOTE!
For parameterisation of the control units MGC
and MGC Pro, see separate document "Description
of control units MGC and MGC Pro for MHTMTM
MicroDrive barriers (Doc-ID: 5816,0006)".

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1.2 Pictogram explanation
Warning notes Warning notes are characterised by pictograms in these operating
instructions. The warning notes are followed by signal words
expressing the scale of the hazard.
It is absolutely essential to observe the notes and to proceed with
caution in order to prevent accidents as well as bodily injuries and
property damage.
DANGER
The signal word DANGER points to an immediately
dangerous situation, which leads to death or
severe injuries if it is not avoided.
WARNING
The signal word WARNING points to a potentially
dangerous situation, which can lead to death or
severe injuries if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
The signal word CAUTION points to a potentially
dangerous situation, which can lead to minor
injuries if it is not avoided.
NOTICE
The signal word NOTICE points to a potentially
harmful situation, which can lead to property
damage if it is not avoided.
Hints and recommendations
NOTE!
…highlights useful hints and recommendations as
well as information for an efficient and trouble-free
operation.

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1.3 Limitation of liability
All specifications and notes in these operating instructions were
compiled with consideration to the valid standards and regulations,
the state of the art as well as to our long-standing knowledge and
experience.
The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by:
Non-observance of the operating instructions
Improper use
Deployment of non-trained personnel
Arbitrary modifications
Technical changes
Use of non-approved spare and wear parts.
The actual scope of supply may differ from the explanations and
illustrations described in this manual in case of special designs, if
additional order options are made use of, or due to latest technical
changes.
1.4 Copyright protection
Surrendering the operating instructions to third parties without
written permission of the manufacturer is not permitted.
NOTE!
Content details, texts, drawings, pictures and other
illustrations are protected by copyright and are
subject to industrial property rights. Any improper
use shall be liable to prosecution.
Any type and form of duplication – also of extracts – as well as the
exploitation and/or communication of the contents are not per-
mitted without the manufacturer's written declaration of consent.

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1.5 Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery comprises:
1 barrier housing
incl. drive unit and control
1 Barrier
2 Attachment profiles
2 Prohibition sign stickers
Edge protection
Options if applicable
Documentation for the barrier.
1.6 Warranty
Subject to the condition that the operating instructions are
observed, and that no inadmissible operations are carried out on
the technical equipment, and that the installation has suffered no
mechanical damage, MAGNETIC grants a warranty on all
mechanical and electrical components of the extent as stated in its
standard terms of sales and delivery or as contractually agreed in
writing.
1.7 Disclaimer
MAGNETIC expressly disclaims all implied and statutory
warranties, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to
the product and the statutory warranty of non-infringement of third
party rights set forth in section 2312(3) of the uniform commercial
code.
1.8 Customer service
Your vendor is available to you for technical information
For the address, see invoice, delivery note or the reverse of these
instructions.
NOTE!
In order to enable fast handling note the data of the
type plate such as type code, serial number, etc.
before calling.

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1.9 EC-Declarations of conformity
EC-Declarations of conformity (pursuant to EC Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC, Annex II) refer to page 125.
1.10 Performance declaration
For the performance declaration according to construction product
regulation no. 305/2011, see enclosed data carriers.
1.11 Environmental protection
NOTICE
Danger for the environment by improper
disposal of components or the barrier!
In case of improper disposal of components
or the barrier, damage to the environment may
result.
– Observe the local and national laws and
directives.
– Disassemble barrier according to resources.
Sort resources and supply them to recycling.

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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use of the barriers
The MAGNETIC MHTMTM MicroDrive barriers are exclusively
intended for controlling access to and exit of certain road vehicles
in or from certain areas.
The barrier is either controlled by a person in manual operating
modes or by access control systems in automatic operating modes
and monitored by induction loops and/or safety light barriers.
Electrical energy is used exclusively for operating the barrier. The
barrier boom weight is balanced out by spring energy.
The barrier consists of a barrier housing with drive system and
control, as well as the barrier boom.
2.1.1 Intended use for certain road vehicles
Certain road vehicles according to chapter 2.1 paragraph 1 need to
have sufficiently large metal areas in the vehicle floor area to
enable detection by induction loops.
Other or complementary safety facilities must be provided for road
vehicles that cannot be detected by induction looks due to the
metal area in the vehicle floor area being too small.
Additional safety installations must be provided for motorcycles.
→Also see page 44, arrangement of "passenger car and motor-
cycle loops".
2.1.2 Barrier, pedestrian traffic impossible
In vehicle barriers where personal traffic is excluded and use by
pedestrians is not intended.
The presence of persons and animals must be excluded by the
operator. This shall apply for the following barrier types:
ACCESS PRO
PARKING, PARKING PRO

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2.1.3 Barrier, pedestrian traffic not impossible
In vehicle barriers where personal traffic cannot be excluded and
use by pedestrian traffic is intended.
If persons and animals may be present, only the following barriers
may be used in connection with MAGNETIC safety light barriers.
ACCESS, ACCESS-L
ACCESS PRO-L
ACCESS PRO-H
ACCESS PRO at slow speed (2.5 s) up to clearance width 3.66
m compliant with EN 13241-1
2.1.4 Non-intended use
Control of pedestrian traffic as contrary to intended use.
The barriers must not be used at railway crossings.
The barriers are not approved for pedestrian traffic, bicycles or
animals.
The barriers must not be used in explosive environments.
All uses not described as intended use are prohibited.
No accessories must be connected or installed if they are not
specified expressly according to quantity and characteristics and
approved by Magnetic Autocontrol.
WARNING
Non-intended use is dangerous!
Every non-intended use can lead to dangerous
situations.
– Only use barrier as intended.
– All specifications in these operating instructions
have to be strictly complied with.
Any types of claims due to damage arising from improper use are
excluded. The operator alone shall be responsible for any damage
arising from improper use.

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2.2 Operator's responsibility
The operator must comply with the statutory obligations regarding
work safety.
In addition to the work safety notes in these operating instructions,
the safety, accident prevention and environmental provisions
applicable for the area the barrier is used in must be complied with.
In particular, the operator must:
gather information on applicable work protection provisions.
determine additional dangers in a risk assessment.
implement the required method of operation of the barrier on
site from the operating instructions.
regularly verify throughout the barrier's time of use that the
operating instructions drawn up by him comply with the current
state of the regulations.
adapt the operating instructions to any new provisions,
standards and usage conditions - where required.
clearly determine the responsibilities for installation, operation,
maintenance and cleaning of the barrier.
ensure that all employees that are working at or with the barrier
have read and understood the operating instructions.
Furthermore, the operator must train personnel regarding the
use of the barrier at regular intervals and provide information on
possible danger.
Furthermore, the operator is responsible for:
keeping the barrier in perfect technical order and condition at all
times.
maintaining the barrier according to the maintenance intervals
and performing the safety inspections as stipulated.
checking all protective facilities for completeness and proper
function at regular intervals.
The operator is also responsible that the danger area of the barrier
boom cannot be accessed by any unauthorised persons, and in
particular not by children, under any circumstances.
2.3 Changes and modifications
Changes, modifications and re-builds of the barrier or installation
can cause unforeseen danger.
A written authorisation of the manufacturer is required before
executing any technical changes and extensions on the barrier.

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2.4 Specialists and operating personnel
2.4.1 Requirements
WARNING
Risk of injury in case of inadequate
qualification!
Improper handling can lead to considerable bodily
injuries and property damage.
– Have any activities only carried out by the
individuals designated for that purpose.
The operating instructions specify the following qualification
requirements for the different fields of activity:
Instructed people
have been instructed during instructions provided by the
operator with regard to the work assigned to them and possible
hazards arising from improper conduct.
Specialised staff
are able, due to their technical training, knowledge and
experience as well as their knowledge of the pertinent
regulations are able to carry out work assigned to them
independently and to recognise potential hazards.
Electrical specialists
are able, due to their technical training, knowledge and
experiences as well as knowledge of the relevant standards
and regulations, to execute tasks on electrical systems and to
independently recognise possible hazards.
In Germany, the electrical specialist must comply with the
provisions of accident prevention regulation BGV A3 (e.g.
master electrical fitter). Appropriate regulations apply in other
countries. The regulations valid there must be observed.
MHTMTM MicroDrive service experts
comply with the requirements of the electricians named here.
Additionally, these electricians are trained and authorised by
MAGNETIC to perform special repair and service work at
MHTMTM MicroDrive barriers.
It must be expected that only those people are deployed who carry
out their work reliably. People, whose ability to respond is affected,
e.g. by drugs, alcohol or medicines, must not be used.
Furthermore, the age and profession-specific regulations valid at
the operating location must be observed when selecting personnel.

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2.5 Personal protective equipment
It is necessary to wear personal protective equipment when
dealing with the barrier so as to minimise health hazards.
Before carrying out any work, properly dress in the necessary
protective equipment such as work clothes, protective gloves,
safety shoes, helmet and wear during work.
2.6 Occupational safety and special dangers
The remaining risks resulting from the risk analysis are specified in
the following section.
Observe the safety notes listed here and the warning notes
mentioned in the other chapters of these instructions to reduce
health hazards and to avoid dangerous situations.
2.6.1 Danger symbols on the MHTMTM MicroDrive barrier
The relevant dangerous areas on the barriers can be identified by
the following pictograms:
Electric voltage
DANGER
Mortal danger by electric voltage!
... indicates life threatening situations caused by
electric voltage. Non-observance of the safety
instructions causes severe injuries or death.
Necessary work may only be carried out by an
electrical specialist.
This pictogram is fixed on the following component:
– Assembly plate in the barrier housing.
Danger of crushing
WARNING
Danger of crushing!
… indicates the presence of components and items
moving towards each other. Non-observance of the
safety instructions can cause severe injuries.
This pictogram is fixed on the following component:
– At the access points for the lever system on the
front and rear of the top assembly plate.
– At the access point for the flanged shaft on the
front and rear of the top assembly plate.

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Hot surfaces
CAUTION
Danger of burns!
… indicates the presence of a hot surface. Non-
observance of the safety instructions can lead to
minor injuries.
This pictogram is fixed on the following component:
– Motor in the barrier housing.
– Heating (optional) in the barrier housing.
2.6.2 Hazard notes and occupational safety
For your own safety and for the protection of the barrier
modules, the following information must be observed and
complied with:
Electric voltage
DANGER
Mortal danger by electric voltage!
Touching live parts can be lethal.
Damage to the insulation or to individual
components can be lethal.
– Switch off the power supply immediately in case
of damage to the insulation and arrange repair.
– Only electrical specialists may carry out work on
the electrical system.
– Switch off power supply and secure against
reactivation before performing any work. Test
for absence of voltage!
– Never bypass or deactivate fuses.
– When replacing fuses observe the correct
amperage specification.
– Keep moisture and dust away from live parts.
Moisture or dust may cause a short circuit. If the
electrical connection is established during
precipitation, e.g. rain or snow, penetration of
moisture must be prevented by suitable
measures, such as a protective cover.

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Electric voltage –
missing safety installations
DANGER
Mortal danger by electric voltage!
The safety installations that are required according
to regional and local regulations must be provided
by the customer. Usually these are:
– Residual current device (RCD)
– Circuit-breaker
– Lockable 2-pole main switch according to
EN 60947-3.
Thunderstorm, lightning,
electric voltage
DANGER
Mortal danger from lightning and electrical
voltage!
If lightning strikes the barrier, contact to the barrier
components and direct proximity to the barrier
includes mortal danger.
– Never install the barrier housing and barrier
boom during thunderstorms.
– Protect yourself in buildings or vehicles.
Improper operation
WARNING
Danger from improper operation of the barrier!
Improper operation of the barrier can cause severe
or lethal injuries!
– The barrier closes automatically in certain
programme modes. Passing of two vehicles
within a single opening process must be
prevented by the construction and appropriate
signs or signals.
– The barrier is intended for a single drive
direction at the same time. The operator must
prevent concurrent oncoming traffic by suitable
measures, such as signs.
– Only additions to the barrier casing or boom that
are permitted by the manufacturer may be
installed.
– Keep barrier area free from objects.
– Do not use the barrier boom as a lifting device.
– Never climb over or crawl under boom.
– Never sit on the barrier housing or climb over it.
– Do not sit or have yourself lifted by the boom.
– Never open or stop the boom manually.

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Entering the danger area of
the barrier –
Pedestrian traffic possible
CAUTION
Danger from entering the danger area!
The MAGNETIC MHTMTM MicroDrive barriers are
intended exclusively for closing off passages for
motor vehicles and trucks. For vehicles that cannot
be detected by induction loops, additional safety
measures must be provided. If the presence of
persons and animals is possible, entering the
danger area can cause injuries!
Therefore, the operator must take the following
measures:
– Observing country-specific laws and
regulations.
– Marking the danger area by prohibition signs for
persons, bicycles, etc.
Entering the danger area
of the barrier –
Pedestrian traffic impossible
WARNING
Danger from entering the danger area!
The MAGNETIC MHTMTM MicroDrive barriers are
intended exclusively for closing off passages for
motor vehicles and trucks. For vehicles that cannot
be detected by induction loops, additional safety
measures must be provided. Entering the danger
area can cause severe or lethal injuries!
Therefore, the operator must take the following
measures:
– Observing country-specific laws and
regulations.
– Presence of persons and animals must be
excluded.
– Marking the danger area by prohibition signs for
persons, bicycles, etc.
– If required, set up barriers such as fences and
railings.
– If required, set up separate passageway for
persons and bicycles.

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Closing boom
WARNING
Danger from closing boom!
A closing boom may cause severe or lethal injury
to persons, bicyclers, cabriolet drivers and
motorcycle drivers!
– Install safety installations, such as a
MAGNETIC safety light barrier as surveillance
device. The surveillance device must prevent
the closing of the barrier in case a person or a
vehicle is standing below the barrier.
– Only use barrier booms approved of by
MAGNETIC.
– Assemble edge protection.
– If the edge protection was damaged it must be
replaced immediately or the barrier must be
taken out of operation.
Improper transport
WARNING
Danger from improper transport of the barrier
boom and housing!
The weight of the barrier boom or housing can
severely injure a person!
– Have them transported by specialists only.
– Use lifting gear or forklift with a suitable pallet.
– Use suitable lifting gear (loops, etc.) for lifting
the barrier boom and barrier housing. The lifting
gear must be designed for the respective
weights.
– Carrying and lifting the barrier boom and
housing from the pallet should be done by at
least two people.
Heavy weight
WARNING
Risk of injury when lifting heavy objects alone!
The weight of heavy objects can severely injure a
person!
– Lifting and carrying the barrier boom and
housing from the pallet should be done by a
minimum of two people.