Westfalia 82 63 73 User manual

Sliding Gate Opener
Article No. 82 63 73
Instruction Manual
Nylon Racks not included in Delivery

II
Please familiarize yourself with the proper usage of the device by reading and
following each chapter of this manual, in the order presented. Keep these
operating instructions for further reference.
This operating instruction contains important details for handling the device.
Please pass it on along with the unit if it is handed over to a third party!
Please read all safety instructions!
These instructions will make it easier for you to handle the device and help
prevent misunderstandings and possible damage or injury.
Dear Customers

Overview
III
WARNING
Moving Gate
Can cause Injury or Death!
1. Keep Gate clear! Gate may move
at any time.
2. Do not allow children to operate
the gate or
play in the gate area.
3. The gate area is for vehicles only.
4. Read and understand the manual.
5. Pedestrians have to use a
separate entry.
Do not remove this warning sign!
1
2
4
3
5
7
8
9
12
11
10
13
14
6

Overview
IV
Pos.
Description
Pieces
1
Sliding Gate Opener
1 Piece
2
Remote Control
2 Pieces
3
Mounting Screw
4 Pieces
4
Releasing Key
1 Piece
5
Mounting Plate
1 Piece
6
Warning Sign
1 Piece in German
1 Piece in English
7
Magnet Bracket
2 Pieces
8
M8 x 70 Screw
4 Pieces
9
Washer Ø 8 mm
8 Pieces
10
Spring Washer Ø 8 mm
8 Pieces
11
M8 Nut
4 Pieces
12
Magnet Limit Switch
2 Pieces
13
M8 x 20 Screw
4 Pieces
14
Nylon Racks
Not included in Delivery, order separately!
2 Pcs Set (approx. 2 m) Art. 82 77 98
4 Pcs Set (approx. 4 m) Art. 82 77 99

Table of Contents
1
Safety Notes................................................................................................ Page 2
Before first Use ........................................................................................... Page 5
Intended Use............................................................................................... Page 5
Mounting Conditions/Requirements............................................................ Page 5
Preparation.................................................................................................. Page 5
Mounting Diagram....................................................................................... Page 7
Emergency Release –Manual Operation of the Sliding Gate.................... Page 8
Power Connection....................................................................................... Page 11
Position of the DIP Switches....................................................................... Page 13
Programming............................................................................................... Page 14
Position of the Magnets .............................................................................. Page 16
Potentiometer.............................................................................................. Page 18
Hindrance Detection ................................................................................... Page 19
Learning the Remote Control...................................................................... Page 20
Deleting all Codes....................................................................................... Page 20
Using the Remote Control for Opening and Closing the Gate.................... Page 20
Changing the Battery in the Remote Control.............................................. Page 21
Maintenance and Cleaning ......................................................................... Page 21
Special Accessory....................................................................................... Page 22
Technical Data............................................................................................ Page 24

Safety Notes
2
Make sure the voltage corresponds to the type label on the device.
Persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed to
use the device, unless they are supervised and briefed for their safety by a
qualified person.
The sliding gate opener is designed for opening and closing light-weighted
sliding gates only. The sliding gate opener is designed for private use only.
The sliding gate opener is designed for operating sliding gates in vehicle
drives. Pedestrians must use a separate entrance.
Mounting, maintenance and repairs of the sliding gate opener must be
performed by a qualified person. According to EN 12635, a qualified person is
a person with suitable training, specialist knowledge and practical experience
sufficient to correctly and safely fit, test and maintain the gate system. In case
of failure of the sliding gate opener, a qualified person must be commissioned
immediately for the inspection or repair work. Observe the local safety
regulations to prevent accidents while mounting the sliding gate opener.
Westfalia assumes no liability for improper installation of the sliding gate
opener.
WARNING. There is risk on injuries if the sliding gate opener is not mounted
and operated correctly. Incorrect mounting and operation of the sliding gate
opener may trigger unexpected gate travel. Thus persons or objects can be
trapped.
Do not modify the sliding gate opener in any way.
Electrical installation has to be carried out by a qualified professional only.
Power supply of the sliding gate opener is provided by means of 230 V~ 50
Hz or by means of two batteries. Electrical power should be reserved only for
the sliding gate opener and should be protected by a 10 A fuse.
Check the whole sliding gate system (joints mounting material etc.) for any
signs of wear or damages and do not use the sliding gate opener with a
damaged sliding gate system resp. with signs of rust, fractures or corrosion.
Do not use the sliding gate opener unless repair work or alignment is carried
out properly.
Disable the existing sliding gate locks in order to avoid damages on the gate.
Ensure proper mounting when installing the sliding gate opener. Check the
sliding gate for proper manual operation. It is essential that the sliding gate
can be easily opened and closed by hand.
Please note the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions,
damage or physical injury

Safety Notes
3
Moving Gate
Can cause Injury or Death!
1. Keep Gate clear! Gate may move at any time.
2. Donot allow children to operate the gateor play in
the gate area.
3.The gate area is forvehicles only.
4. Read and understand the manual.
5. Pedestrians have to use aseparate entry.
Do not remove this Sign!
Moving Gate
Can cause Injury or Death !
1.K eep Gate c lear!
2 . Do no t allo w children
3 . The g ate are a is for .
4 .R eadand und erstand .
5 .P edestrians have .
Install warn signs on both sides of the Gate!
The max. permissible gate size and gate weight must not be exceeded. Using
the gate opener on a larger and heavier gate is not permitted.
Do not allow children to play with the remote control.
Attach the warning signs well visible on the gate and inform all user of the
sliding gate opener about the risk during operation.
Only operate the gate opener if the gate is fully visible and there are no
obstructions, persons or animals. Keep persons or animals out of reach of the
gate as long as the gate is not completely opened or closed. Do not allow
children to stand or play in the gate’s moving range. Make sure movement of
the gate and proper function of the sliding gate opener are not impaired by
obstacles such as twigs, bushes or leaves.
Please mind the danger area. Do not grasp moving parts while the sliding
gate opener is in operation. There is risk of pinching!
Wait until the gate has come to a complete standstill before driving in or out.
Do not pinch the power cord in any way or run around edges while connecting
with the control box.
Hints for persons with cardiac pacemaker. The transmission range of the
remote control is within the relevant standards and generally harmless. To
eliminate residual risk we recommend not carrying the remote control directly
on your body. For your safety, when using the remote control keep it away
from your body and in direction to the gate.
Before undertaking any maintenance on the sliding gate opener, unplug from
power mains (except of test run and while programming).
While drilling cover the sliding gate opener since drilling dust and shavings
can lead to malfunction.
Keep the sliding gate bottom and the ground clean and free of snow, ice,
stones etc.

Safety Notes
4
Only use original spare parts, original accessory and mounting material.
Only use the mechanical emergency release function for emergency
situations, if the gate e. g. cannot be operated due to power failure or other
malfunction of the gate opener.
The sliding gate opener is maintenance-free. For your own safety the sliding
gate system has to be checked by a qualified person every 6 months for
proper function. The gate must reverse on contact with a right object. If
necessary, existing errors resp. damages have to be repaired immediately,
otherwise severe injuries or damages might result.
Should the sliding gate opener becomes damaged, do not use it any further
and have it repaired by a professional or contact our customer support
department. Do not disassemble the device and do not try to repair it yourself.

Preparation
5
Before first Use
Unpack all parts of the device and check them for damage in transit and
completeness according to the overview on page III + IV.
Dispose of packaging materials or store it out of reach of children. Plastic bags
etc. may become a deadly toy for children.
Intended Use
The sliding gate opener is only designed for operating light-weighted sliding gates
in the domestic, non-commercial sector with medium transit frequency. The max.
permissible size of the gate and the max. weight must not be exceeded.
Mounting Conditions/Requirements
The sliding gate opener is designed for gates with max. weight of 400 kg. The
structure of the gate has to be rigid (iron, metal, wood). The gate path must
not have any gradients/slopes.
The sliding gate system must be in good mechanical and trouble-free
condition and should not be damaged or has signs of wear. It must be
possible to open and close the gate by hand without any problems. The
mechanical gate lock must be dismounted resp. disengaged.
The gate slide track must be linear and horizontal. The gate poles have to be
fixed in concrete.
The magnet limit switches are correctly positioned.
The control box may only be installed by a qualified professional in an easily
accessible place.
The centre of gravity of the gate must be in the middle of the gate (max.
allowable deviation ± 20 %).
Preparation
1. Check all parts for damage in transit. Do not use a defective sliding gate
opener or defective accessory.
2. To ensure proper and quick mounting, read the manual thoroughly. Allow a
second person to assist you. This will make installation easier.
3. Have the required tools available.
- Power Drill and Drill Bits - Tape Measure/Folding Ruler
- Open End Wrenches (Size 14 and 17) - Wire Stripers

Preparation
6
- Small Level - Hacksaw
- Philips and Slot Screwdriver - Ball Pen/Pencil
- Socket Insert Set
4. Disengage the existing mechanical sliding gate lock.
Hint: The sliding gate does not need an additional lock as the sliding gate
opener is self-locking when connecting to the sliding gate opener and power
mains. The gate cannot be easily opened without damaging the gate opener
or the hinges of the gate system.
5. Built a concrete pad of approx. 50 x 32 x 35 cm (see drawing on page 7).
The concrete pad should be at least 10 cm over the ground. Increase the pad
height if necessary to protect the gate opener from flooding, heavy snow fall
etc. Make sure the concrete pad is level. Protect the sliding gate opener from
accidental impacts.
6. Prepare one or more channels for the cables before pouring the concrete.
Remember that the cable channels have to pass through the hole in the base
plate (5). Allow the concrete pad to harden sufficiently before mounting the
sliding gate opener on the pad.

Mounting Diagram
7
Sliding Gate
Opener
x
x
x
Ø
Mounting Screws
x
Mounting Plate
Cable
Cable
Channel
Concrete Pad

Mounting
8
Emergency Release –Manual Operation of the Sliding Gate
Before mounting the nylon racks (not included in delivery), disengage the
gearwheel of the sliding gate opener by using the included releasing key (4). By
doing this proper function of the sliding gate opener and the correct position of the
magnet limit switch can be checked.
1. For releasing the sliding gate opener, first remove the cap.
2. Insert the included releasing key into the lock and turn the key 90° counter
clockwise.
3. Now you can turn the gearwheel by hand.
Make sure that during releasing resp. locking the gearwheel the sliding gate will
not be operated accidentally by an unexpected impulse.

Mounting
9
1. Unscrew the 4 screws from the housing of the sliding gate opener and
remove the cover.
2. Mount the sliding gate opener on a trial base on the mounting plate (5) by
using the included screws (13) and nuts (11) as well as the washers (9 and
10).
3. Disengage the sliding gate opener by using the included releasing key. For
mounting the nylon racks, close the gate by hand.
4. Place the rack on the gearwheel of the sliding gate opener. Adjust the rack on
the gearwheel. Make sure to have a space of approx. 1 mm between the rack
and the gearwheel and fix the rack with the self-securing screws. The bar
must be positioned absolutely horizontal on the gearwheel. Never use fat or
other lubricating agents between the gearwheel and the rack!
5. Adjust the other racks, too. Make sure the teeth of the racks engage the
gearwheel throughout their full thickness. If not, re-adjust the position of the
sliding gate opener! When mounting the racks make sure that the transitions
between the individual toothed racks are smooth to ensure uniform gate
movement.
6. Protect the sliding gate opener from entering humidity with the included
rubber plug. If necessary seal all openings by using silicone.
7. Re-engage the emergency release with the included releasing key. For doing
this, turn the key clockwise to 90°.
8. If the positions of the racks and the sliding gate opener are correct, fix the
sliding gate opener on the mounting plate (5) and re-tighten the cover on the
motor housing.

Mounting
10
x
x
x
x
Magnet
Bracket
(7)
Self-securing Screws (included
in delivery)
or
use screws and nuts that are
suitable for the existing gate.
Magnet (12)
Gate Opener (1)
Magnet Limit Switch
Mounting Plate
Concrete Pad
Rack (14)
x
A
A
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)

Power Connection
11
Connecting to Power Supply
The connection cables must not be smaller than H05, 3 x 0.75 mm2.
Connect the cable for live wire with L.
Connect the cable for neutral wire with N.
Connect the cable for earthing with PE.

Power Connection
12
green
red
2 Batteries
Red cable from the motor has to
be connected with terminal 1.
Green cable from the motor has
to be connected with terminal 2.
When using Batteries
+Terminal of the batteries has to
be connected with terminal 8.
–Terminal of the batteries has to
be connected with terminal 9.

Power Connection
13
Position of the DIP Switches
The DIP switches are used to set the running time and to make fine adjustment of
the sliding gate opener.
Disconnect power supply from the gate opener before changing the setting!
Always keep away from the moving path of the sliding gate opener in order to
avoid injuries in case of unexpected gate moving.
Hint:
When not using photocell beam, the
“photo” terminals have to be short-
circuited (already done by factory).

Programming
14
DIP Switch 1: ON = 2 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
DIP Switch 2: ON = 4 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
Factory Default of both switches is OFF
= Midway Mode Function is disabled
Example:
Run Time of the Sliding Gate Opener in Midway Mode = 6 Seconds
(2 + 4 Seconds)
DIP Switch 3: ON = 0.5 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
DIP Switch 4: ON = 1 Second
OFF = 0 Second
DIP Switch 5: ON = 2 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
Factory Default of the switches is OFF
= Soft Stop Function is disabled
Example:
Soft Stop Time = 1.5 Seconds (0.5 + 1 Second)
DIP Switches 1 –2 for Adjusting the Midway Mode
DIP Switches 3 –5 Fine Adjustment of the Soft Stop Time

Programming
15
Example:
Automatic Closing Time = 90 Seconds
(30 + 60 Seconds)
DIP Switch 6: ON = 30 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
DIP Switch 7: ON = 60 Seconds
OFF = 0 Second
Factory Default of both switches is OFF
= Automatic Closing Time is disabled
Open
Opens to the right
Open
Opens to the left
DIP Switch 6 –7 Automatic Closing Time
DIP Switch 8
Factory default of the DIP switch 8 is ON. This means the gate will open to the
right and close to the left.
When setting the DIP switch 8 to OFF, the gate will open to the left and close to
the right.

Position of the Magnets
16
Magnet Gate Rack Magnet
N-Pole Opener S-Pole
Open
Leave a distance of at least 10 cm between the gate and the
wall when the gate is in the fully opened position.
10 cm min.
Positive Stop (in fully opened position)
Position of the Magnets
The motor of the sliding gate opener is equipped with a magnetic limit switch that
is built-in on the electronic control board.
In order to ensure proper function of the magnets and to position them correctly,
the sliding gate opener must be mounted properly. Disengage the gearwheel and
disconnect power supply!
Mount both magnets on the desired positions on the gate. See the drawing below.
The magnet with the N-Pole must be placed on the left side of the gate and the
magnet with the S-Pole must be placed on the right side of the gate (view from
inside of the property).
When mounting the sliding gate opener, we recommend to leave a distance of
approx. 10 cm between the wall and the gate and to additionally mount a positive
stop on the ground. See below drawing. This will prevent the gate and the wall
from damages due to power failure.