Power Master SG Operating instructions

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BEFORE INSTALLATION OR USE.
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INSTALLATION AND OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL SG & DSG
Slide Gate Operator
UL 325 and UL 991 Listed
8"
14-1/2”
15-5/8”
22”
16-3/4”
27”
34”
3”O.D.
POST

Important Safety Information .....................................................................................4
Important Notice for Gate Operators Manufactured after 1/11/16 .............................5
UL Installation and Safety Considerations.................................................................6
System Designer Safety Instructions.........................................................................7
Installer Safety Instructions ................................................................................... 8-9
End User Safety Warnings .................................................................................10-11
Manual Operation....................................................................................................12
Safety Warnings ......................................................................................................13
Installation & Setup Procedure
Before Installing Operator....................................................................................14
Installation of Cement Pad............................................................................. 15-16
Attaching Drive Chain .................................................................................... 17-19
Electrical Connections .........................................................................................20
Limit Adjustment ............................................................................................ 21-22
Left/Right Hand Conversion.................................................................................23
Accessory Connections
Loop Detector Systems ................................................................................. 24-26
Loop Installation (Standard Layout Chart) ...........................................................25
Cutting the Required Groove ...............................................................................25
Safety Device Connections
Non-contact Sensor Installation...........................................................................26
PM Control Board
Indicator Descriptions ..........................................................................................27
Terminal Descriptions ..........................................................................................28
Operator Accessory Connections ........................................................................29
Programming ................................................................................................. 30-38
Dual Gate Installations.........................................................................................39
Operation Indications...........................................................................................40
Error Codes and Trouble Shooting ......................................................................41
Warranty .................................................................................................................43
Table of Contents
Model SG/ D-SG Slide Gate Operator

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Automatic gate operators provide convenience and security to
users. However, because these machines can produce high levels
of force, it is important that all gate operator system designers,
installers, and end users be aware of the potential hazards
associated with improperly designed, installed, or maintained
systems. Keep in mind that the gate operator is a component part
of a total gate operating system.
The following information contains various safety precautions and
warnings for the system designer, installer and end user. These
instructions provide an overview of the importance of safe design,
installation, and use.
Warnings are identied with the ▲symbol. This symbol will identify
some of the conditions that can result in serious injury or death.
Take time to carefully read and follow these precautions and other
important information provided to help ensure safe system design,
installation and use.
▲WARNING: Gate operators are only one part of a total gate
operating system. It is the responsibility of purchaser, designer, and
installer to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use.
All secondary entrapment safety devices must be RECOGNIZED
BY UL to ensure the safety of the complete operating system.
▲WARNING: This operator is only intended for installation on
gates used for vehicular trafc. A separate pedestrian access
opening shall be provided which is designed to promote pedestrian
usage and shall be located such that persons will not come in
contact with the vehicular gate during its entire path of travel.
IMPORTANT!
FOR SLIDE GATE OPERATING SYSTEMS,
SAFETY IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR GATE OPERATORS
MANUFACTURED AFTER JANUARY 11TH, 2016
All gate operators manufactured after January 11th, 2016 must have a
monitored input for each direction. In order to satisfy this requirement
all Powermaster Swing & Slide Gate Operators will have one monitored
input for each direction: The close obstruction (C-OBS) terminal for the
close direction and the open obstruction (O-OBS) terminal for the open
direction. These terminals will look for, or “monitor” the presence of a
10k in-line resistor. If either terminal does not detect the presence of
the monitored device the unit will function in constant contact for this
direction.
E.g. The operator detects there is a monitored device on the C-OBS
terminal but not the O-OBS terminal. The operator will function in
momentary contact to close and constant pressure to open.
The UL 2016 devices for these units are as follows:
Any actions taken to circumvent this monitoring are in violation of the
UL325, building code, and local laws.
Device Manufacturer Description
Prime-Guard Miller Edge Monitored Photoeye
Reecti-Guard Miller Edge Retroreective Monitored Photoeye
IRB-MON EMX Monitored Photoeye
IRB-RET EMX Retroreective Monitored Photoeye
The Solution Miller Edge Multiple Safety Devices

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UL INSTALLATION AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
INSTALLATION CLASSES
CLASS I - RESIDENTIAL VEHICULAR GATE
OPERATOR
A vehicular gate operator (or system)
intended for use in a home of one
to four single-family dwellings, or a
garage or parking area associated
therewith.
CLASS II – COMMERCIAL/GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR
A vehicular gate operator (or
system) intended for use in a
commercial location or building
such as a multifamily housing unit
(ve or more single family units),
hotel, garages, retail store or other
building servicing the general
public.
CLASS III - INDUSTRIAL/LIMITED ACCESS
VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR
A vehicular gate operator (or system)
intended for use in an industrial
location or building such as a factory
or loading dock area or other locations
not intended to service the general
public.
CLASS IV - RESTRICTED ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR
A vehicular gate operator (or system)
intended for use in a guarded industrial
location or building such as an airport
area or other restricted access locations
not servicing the general public, in which
unauthorized access is prevented via
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1. Familiarize yourself with the precautions and warnings for the installer. Users are
relying on your design to provide a safe installation.
2. The operator is supplied with a primary obstruction sensing entrapment protection
system. The installation must also have a secondary entrapment protection system
installed, such as photoelectric sensors or an electric edge system.
3. When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main thoroughfare,
be sure the system is placed far enough away from the road to eliminate trac
backup. Distance from the road, size of the gate, usage levels, and gate cycle/speed
must be considered to eliminate potential trac hazards.
4. The majority of injuries from slide gate operator systems occur with Open Roller
or Ornamental Grille Type Gates. We strongly recommend the use of roller guards.
The illustrations and descriptive captions found on the following pages provide
precautions to help eliminate injuries or fatalities. Familiarize yourself with them
when designing the total system.
5. Design the gate system so a person cannot reach over, under, around, or through the
gate to operate any controls. Never place controls on the gate operator itself.
SYSTEM DESIGNER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INSTALLATION
1. Check to see that the operator is proper for this type, size and class of gate and its
frequency of use. If you are not sure, consult factory.
2. Check to see that there are no structures adjacent to the area, which may pose a risk of
entrapment when gate is opening or closing.
3. You must ensure that the gate has been properly installed and works freely in both
directions. Replace or service any worn or damaged gate hardware prior to installation. A
freely moving gate will require less force to operate and enhance the performance of the
operator as well as the safety devices used within the system.
4. Install the gate operator on the inside of the property and/or fence line. DO NOT install
an operator on the public side of the gate.
5. Severe injury or death can result from entrapment by a gate. The operator is supplied
with an obstruction sensing primary entrapment protection system. Additional safety
equipment such as electric edges or photocell sensors must be installed to provide the
required secondary entrapment protection system. For assistance in selecting the correct
type of safety equipment, consult the factory.
6. Review the operation of the unit and become familiar with the manual operation
procedure and safety features of the system.
7. You must install a pushbutton control or key switch to allow for normal operation of the
gate if the automatic controls do not work. Locate the push button or key switch and
small warning placard within sight of the gate in a secured area at least 10 feet or more
from the gate and fence to keep users away from the moving gate and fence.
8. Outdoor or easily accessed gate controls should be of the security type to prohibit
unauthorized use. Please consult your local distributor concerning the types and
specications of available controls.
DURING INSTALLATION
1. Be aware of all moving parts and avoid close proximity to any pinch points.
2. Disconnect power at the control panel before making any electric service connections.
Connection location for controls and safety equipment can be found on the wiring
diagram, and in this manual.
3. Know how to operate the manual disconnect mechanism.
4. Adjust the open and close force adjustment on the control board, in each direction, to
the minimum force required to operate the gate smoothly. DO NOT increase the force
adjustment setting to make up for rough spots in gate travel - FIX THE GATE INSTEAD!
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5. Locate the controls at
least 10 feet from the
moving gate so that
the user can observe
the gate operation, but
is not able to come in
contact with the gate
while operating the
controls.
6. Attach large warning
signs provided to
each side of the gate
or fence in the most
conspicuous place.
Mount control station
and smaller warning
placard together
within sight of the gate
opening.
AFTER INSTALLATION
You are responsible for ensuring that the end user understands the basic operations and
safety systems of the unit, INCLUDING THE MANUAL OPERATION PROCEDURE.
Point out that the safety instructions in brochure are the responsibility of the end user,
and then LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE END USER.
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Moving Gate Can Cause Serious
Injury or Death. KEEP CLEAR!
Gate May Move at Any Time
Children Should Not Operate
Gate. Operate Gate Only When
Area is In Sight and Free of
People and Obstructions

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END USER SAFETY WARNINGS
The manufacturer of the gate operator does not know what type of gate you have, or what
type of automatic system is installed on your gate. Be sure you’ve been fully instructed
on the sequence of operation for your specic gate system(s). Keep the gate properly
maintained and have a qualied service person make repairs.
1. Be sure the following safety
instructions are distributed to all
persons authorized to use
your gate.
2. KEEP GATEWAY CLEAR (Front
and Back) AT ALL TIMES.
Your automatic gate is not for
pedestrian use. No one should
ever cross the path of the moving
gate.
3. DO NOT allow children to play
near your gate, or to operate the
gate.
4. DO NOT operate your gate system
unless you can see it when the
gate moves.
5. Be sure a pushbutton or key
switch has been installed for
manual electric operation in
the event your radio or card key
does not work. Any mounted
control station should be located
a minimum of 10 feet from the
gate so the gate cannot be
reached through or touched. Any
pushbutton located in a building
should be installed within sight of
the gate.
6. DO NOT operate any controls
without watching the movement
of the gate.
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7. If your gate has open rollers, be sure roller guards have been purchased and
installed.
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8. Your gate system is required to have a primary and a secondary entrapment safety
system installed and maintained.
9. If your gate closes automatically, loop detectors should be installed to detect the
presence of a vehicle.
10. DO NOT increase force adjustment to compensate for a damaged gate. The gate
should always be maintained to operate manually as easily as possible to provide
maximum protection.
11. Check all safety systems at least once per month for the correct force, speed and
sensitivity. Gate must reverse when hitting a rigid object, or when a non-contact
sensor is activated. If these functions are observed to operate improperly,
discontinue use and have it serviced immediately!
12. You are responsible for ensuring that warning signs are installed and maintained
on both sides of your gate.
13. To ensure safe operation of this equipment, you must read this safety manual and
keep it for reference.

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MANUAL DISCONNECT OPERATION
Your operator is equipped with a pad lockable emergency disconnect for manual operation.
Be sure you have a key and understand how to operate this equipment. To disengage
operator, move red disconnect lever to the left and latch it in place. See Figure 1.
WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE MANUAL RELEASE WHEN THE GATE IS MOVING.
FIGURE 1
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE MANUAL
RELEASE WHEN THE GATE IS IN MOTION!
WARNING
Disconnect
Lever Padlock
Option Hole
Retaining
Bracket
To Disconnect Drive:
Move lever to the left until it
latches in retaining bracket.
To Re-Engage Drive:
Lift lever to unlatch,
then move lever to
the right.

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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR OPEN-ROLLER GATES AND
ORNAMENTAL GRILLE-TYPE GATES
INJURIES ASSOCIATED WITH AUTOMATIC GATES ARE
MAINLY INCURRED WITH OPEN-ROLLER GATES AND
ORNAMENTAL GRILLE TYPE GATES.
WARNING
WARNING: INJURIES ASSOCIATED WITH AUTOMATIC GATES ARE MAINLY INCURRED
WITH OPEN-ROLLER GATES AND ORNAMENTAL GRILLE-TYPE GATES.
OPEN-ROLLER GATES
Injuries occur when people get their hands caught between the top of the gate
and the roller. This potential pinch point should be guarded whenever an automatic
operator is installed. Roller Guards are available from various fence suppliers for retting
of these rollers.
ORNAMENTAL GRILLE-TYPE GATES
Injuries occur when people put their arms through the openings in the grilles when
the gate is operated. The person cannot retract his/her arm and it gets caught between
the grille and the fence post or fence. The potential hazard must be guarded. It can be
simply done by placing a screen mesh on the gate and fence in the area of the gate. The
screen must be a minimum of 4 feet high from the bottom (unless the gate and fence
are shorter) with openings that a 2-1/4 inch sphere cannot t through. This will help to
prevent access through openings when the gate travels.
4'
MINIMUM

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & SET-UP PROCEDURE
BEFORE INSTALLING OPERATOR
IMPORTANT:Operator should always be mounted inside the gate. Determine
whether the installation is Left hand or Right hand by the direction the gate
moves in order to open, when viewed from inside the fence.
DO NOT APPLY POWER UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO! RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY MAY RESULT!
WARNING
1. Gate must slide freely to fully opened and fully closed position.
2. Gate and/or extension must extend beyond the position of the operator when gate is
in a fully closed position. The operator will be located as shown above, for left and right
hand installation.
PUBLIC AREA
OR STREET
RIGHT HAND
LEFT HAND
PUBLIC AREA
OR STREET

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INSTALLATION OF CEMENT PAD
INSTALLATION TO PAD
Lay out the cement pad as shown in Figure 2. Be sure top surface is level. Allow 2 days cure
time before installing operator. Bolt pattern must be parallel to the gate.
1. Assemble stand and mount power head using carriage bolts. See Figure 3.
C
L
.
3” O.D. Pipe, extending min. 18” above ground
only required for optional post mounting (2) places
1/2” mounting hardware (4) places (not supplied)
Install Chain Support Bracket as required
1
2
3
Min. Gate Lenth = Gate Opening + A + B + 40”
2
1
3
Gate
Opening
Gate
Gate
Bracket
AB Fence
10-1/2”
16-5/8”
3-3/4”
14” 7-1/2”
11-3/4”
9”
30”
22”
14” X 30”
Cement Pad
of Drive Chain
40” min.
Base of
SG Power Head
These slots are for use with
optional pipe mount Installation
(typical both ends)
These slots are for use with
optional pipe mount installation
(typical both ends)
Carriage
Bolt
Nut
SG Stand
Assembly
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3

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FENCE
Drive Chain
Conduit depth�
as required�
by local code
30”
14”
Inground depth
as required �
by local code
Cement Pad
2. Using 1/2” hardware (not supplied), bolt assembled unit to the pad, being sure to align
operator parallel to the fence.
NOTE: Sprockets must face the fence.
FIGURE 4

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FIGURE 5
PowerMaster
Gate Leading Edge
Gate
Bracket
Gate
Bracket
3/4 Internal Tooth
Lock Washer
Washer
Nut
Nut
Spring
Washer
1/2-13 Elastic
Stop Nut
Chain
Tensioning
Spring Bolt
3/8”
U-Bolts
Spring
Fitting
Gate
Bracket
Cement
Pad
Chain Support
Bracket
Install chain support
bracket as required.
#50 Connecting Link
Chain Take-up Bolt
3/4-10 Jamb Nut
Chain Support
Backup Plate
Chain Sup-
port Bracket Drive Chain
Gate Extension
ATTACHING DRIVE CHAIN
1. Install gate brackets at each end of the gate with U-bolts provided. Do not fully tighten at
this time.
2. Attach a chain take-up bolt to one end of the drive chain using a #50 connecting link.
3. Install spring ttings into gate brackets using 3/4”nuts and lock washers. DO NOT
TIGHTEN.
4. Install chain take-up bolt (previously attached to the chain) into spring tting in furthest
gate bracket. Secure it in position with spring, spring washer, and 1/2” elastic stop nut.

5. Disengage operator by moving the red disconnect lever (Located on the operator base
at the opposite end from the motor) to the disconnect position, and latch in place.
6. Thread free end of chain under rst idler sprocket, up and over drive sprocket, then
under the second idler sprocket. See Figure 6.
NOTE: When pulling chain through operator sprockets, the limit nuts in the electric box can be driven
passed their normal position. Reset limit nuts as necessary to prevent them from being damaged
during this procedure.
FIGURE 6
Disconnect
Lever Padlock
Option Hole
Retaining
Bracket
To Disconnect Drive:
Move lever to the left until it
latches in retaining bracket.
To Re-Engage Drive:
Lift lever to unlatch,
then move lever to
the right.
7. Pull the chain through to the opposite end of the gate. Cut the chain to the correct
length, attach remaining chain take-up bolt and install in the gate bracket, as in Steps 2
through 4.
8. Adjust the gate bracket height at both ends of the gate to ensure the drive chain aligns
with the operator idler sprockets.
Drive Chain
Drive
Chain
Idler
Sprockets
Drive Sprocket

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NOTE: By moving the gate manually to
each end of its travel, chain alignment is
simplied
Adjust spring length as shown for
proper chain tension
Jamb Nut
FIGURE 7
Gate Bracket Gate Bracket
Drive Chain
Set Screw
Chain Support
Bracket
Nut
U-Bolts
Nut
PowerMaster
9. Tighten the gate brackets securely and lock in position with the setscrews provided.
See Figure 7.
10. Adjust chain tension so that the
chain tension springs are reduced
to a length within 1-7/8” and 1-3/4”.

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CONNECTION OF INCOMING POWER
NOTE: Wiring to operator must use watertight materials in accordance with local electric
code. See wire gauge/distance charts for proper sizing. Master/Slave installations should
have SEPARATE power supply wiring or length of wire runs should be gured at half that
shown on the chart. This unit must be grounded in accordance with N.E.C. and local codes.
NOTE: Before connecting the operator, use a voltmeter to determine that the electrical
service is 115V. THIS OPERATOR CANNOT BE CONNECTED AT 230 VOLTS. Damage will result
which is not covered under warranty.
ELECTRICAL SET-UP AND CONNECTIONS
DO NOT APPLY POWER UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO! RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY MAY RESULT!
WARNING
NOTE: Before connecting the operator to an incoming power supply, use a voltmeter
to determine that the electrical service is the same as that on the operator label. If the
operator is connected to an incorrect power supply, damage will result, which is NOT
covered by warranty.
1. Be sure both the power switches at the source and at the operator are OFF.
2. In the diagram below, nd the supply power that matches your installation and
connect as shown.
Line
Voltage HP WIRE GAUGE
14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG
1 PH
115/
208-230
1/2 150/350 250/400 400/500 500/700 650/1000
3/4 150/250 250/400 400/600 500/850
1 150/300 250/450 400/700
3 PH
208-230/
440-480
1/2 450/2000 750/3000 1200/4300
3/4 350/1500 600/2400 900/3700 1100/4500
1 300/1200 450/1900 750/3000 900/4800
1-1/2 200/800 400/1500 500/2000 900/4800
LOW VOLTAGE
WIRE GAUGE/ DISTANCE CHART
24 AWG: Up to 150’
20 AWG: 150’ - 200’
18 AWG: 250’ - 1,500’
Control wiring should be run as twisted pairs.
DO NOT run control wires in the same conduit
as power wires, telephone wires, or loop
detector leads.
INSI DE U TILI TY BOX ,
CONNECT AS SHO WN
INSI DE U TILI TY BOX ,
CO NN EC T AS SHO WN
INSIDE UTILITY BOX,
CONNECT AS SHOWN
INCOMING
POWER
INCOMING
POWER
INCOMING
POWER
OPERATOR
OPERATOR
OPERATOR
UTILITY BOX
UTILITY BOX
ALL - 30
220V - 10
115V - 10
BLKBLK
BLK
WHT BLKBLK
BLK
GND
GND
GRN
GND
GND
GRN
BLKBLK
BLK
WHT BLKBLK
BLK