FAAC 9100-080 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Model 9100

Vehicular Slide Gate Operator

DoorKing, Inc.

120 Glasgow Avenue

Inglewood, California 90301

U.S.A.

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
www.doorking.com

P/N 9100-065 REV D, 5/07
Copyright 2000 DoorKing, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Use this manual with the following model only.

Model 9100-080 with circuit board 4602-010.

DoorKing, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the products described in this manual
without notice and without obligation of DoorKing, Inc. to notify any persons of any such revisions
or changes. Additionally, DoorKing, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to
this manual. This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be
copied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium without prior written consent
from DoorKing, Inc.

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Glossary

GATE: A moving barrier such as a swinging, sliding, raising, lowering, or the like, barr ier, that is a stand-alone
passage barrier or is that portion of a wall or fence s ystem that controls entrance and/or egress by persons or
vehicles and completes the perimeter of a defined area.

RESIDENTIAL VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR – CLASS I: A vehicular gate operator (or s ystem) intended for
use in a home of one-to four single family dwelling, or garage or parking area associated there with.

COMMERCIAL / GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR - CLASS II: A vehicular gate operator
(or system) intended for use in a commercial location or buil d ing suc h as a multi-family housin g unit (five or mor e
single family units), hotels, garages, retail store, or other building servicing the general public.

INDUSTRIAL / LIMITED ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR - CLASS III: A vehicular gate operator (or
system) intended for use in an industrial location or building suc h as a factory or loading dock area or other
locations not intended to service the general public.

RESTRICTED ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR - CLASS IV: A vehicular gate operator (or system)
intended for use in a guarded industrial location or buil ding such as an airport security area or other restricted
access locations not servicing the general public, in which unauthorized access is prevented v ia supervision by
security personnel.

VEHICULAR BARRIER (ARM) OPERATOR (OR SYSTEM): An operator (or system) that controls a cantilever
type device (or system), consisting of a mechanical arm or barrier that moves in a vertical arc, intended for
vehicular traffic flow at entrances or exits to areas such as parking garages, lots or toll areas.

VEHICULAR HORIZONTAL SLIDE-GATE OPERATOR (OR SYSTEM): A vehicular gate operator (or system)
that controls a gate which slides in a horizontal direction that is intended for use for vehicular entrance and exit to
a drive, parking lot, or the like.

VEHICULAR SWING-GATE OPERATOR (OR SYSTEM): A vehicular gate operator (or system) that controls a
gate which moves in an arc in a horizontal plane that is intended for use for vehicular entrance and exit to a
drive, parking lot, or the like.

SYSTEM: In the context of these requirements, a system refers to a group of interacting devices intended to
perform a common function.

WIRED CONTROL: A control implemented in a form of fixed physical interconn ections between the control, the
associated devices, and an operator to perform predetermined functions in response to input signals.

WIRELESS CONTROL: A control implemented in means other than fixed physical interconnections (such as
radio waves or infrared beams) between the control, the associated devices, and an operator to perform
predetermined functions in response to input signals.

INHERENT ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION SYSTEM: A system, examples being a motor current or speed
sensing system, which provides protection against entrapment upon se nsing an object and is incorporated as a
permanent and integral part of the operator.

EXTERNAL ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICE: A device, examples being an edge sensor, a photoelectric
sensor, or similar entrapment protection device, which provides protection against entrapment when activated
and is not incorporated as a permanent part of an operator.

ENTRAPMENT: The condition when an object is caught or held in a position that increases the risk of injur y.

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Entrapment Protection

Protection Against Entrapment

Horizontal Slide, Vertical Lift,

Vertical Pivot

Usage Class Primary Secondary Primary Secondary

Vehicular I and II A B1, B2 or D A or C A, B1, B2, C or D

Vehicular III A, B1 or B2 A, B1, B2, D or E A, B1, B2 or C A, B1, B2, C,

Vehicular IV A, B1, B2 or D A, B1, B2, D or E A, B1, B2, C or D A, B1, B2, C,

TYPE A: Inherent entrapment protection system.
TYPE B1: Provision for connection of, or supplied with, a non-contact sensor

(photoelectric sensor or the equivalent). When used as the PRIMARY
device, must be monitored.

TYPE B2: Provision for connection of, or supplied with, a contact sensor (edge

device or the equivalent). When used as the PRIMARY device, must be

monitored.
TYPE C: Inherent adjustable clutch or pressure relief device.
TYPE D: Provision for connection of, or supplied with, an actuating device

requiring continuous pressure to maintain opening or closing motion of

the gate.
TYPE E: An inherent audio alarm.

Gate Operator Category

Swing and Vertical Barrier (arm)

D or E

D or E

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Important Notices

Vehicular gate operator products provide convenience and security. However, gate operators must
use high levels of force to move gates and most people underestimate the power of these systems
and do not realize the potential hazards associated with an incorrectly designed or installed system.
These hazards may include:

• Pinch points

• Entrapment areas

• Reach through hazards

• Absence of entrapment protection devices

• Improperly located access controls

• Absence of vehicle protection devices

• Absence of controlled pedestrian access

In addition to these potential hazards, automated vehicular gate systems must be installed in
accordance with the UL-325 Safety Standard and the ASTM F2200 Construction Standard. Most lay
persons are unaware of, or are not familiar with, these standards. If an automated vehicular gate
system is not properly designed, installed, used and maintained, serious injuries or death can result.

Be sure that the installer has instructed you on the proper operation of the gate and gate operator
system. Be sure that the installer has trained you about the basic functions of the required reversing
systems associated with your gate operating system and how to test them. These include reversing
loops, inherent reversing system, electric edges, photoelectric cells, or other external devices.

• This Owner’s Manual is your property. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

• Be sure that all access control devices are installed a minimum distance of 10 feet

away from the gate and gate operator, or in such a way that a person cannot touch the
gate or gate operator while using the device. If access control devices are installed in

violation of these restrictions, immediately remove the gate operator from service and contact
your installing dealer.

• Loops and loop detectors, photo-cells or other equivalent devices must be installed to
prevent the gate from closing on vehicular traffic.

• The speed limit for vehicular traffic through the gate area is 5 MPH. Install speed bumps and
signs to keep vehicular traffic from speeding through the gate area. Failure to adhere to
posted speed limits can result in damage to the gate, gate operator, and to the vehicle.

• Be sure that all persons who will use the gate system are familiar with the proper use of the
gate and gate operator and are familiar with the possible hazards associated with the gate
system.

• Be sure that warning signs are permanently installed on both sides of the gate in an area
where they are fully visible to traffic.

• It is your responsibility to periodically check all entrapment protection devices. If any of these
devices are observed to function improperly, remove the operator from service immediately
and contact your installing or servicing dealer.

• Follow the recommended maintenance schedule.

• Do not allow children to play in the area of the operator or to play with any gate-operating

device.

• To remove the gate operator from service, operate the gate to the full open position and then
shut off power to the operator at the service panel.

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury or death:

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away

from children.

3. Always keep people and objects away from gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE

PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.

4. Test the operator monthly. The gate MUST reve rse on con tact ( contac t sens ors must

be installed) with a rigid object or stop or reverse when an object activates the non­contact sensors. After adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the gate
operator. Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk
of injury or death.

5. Use the emergency release only when the gate is not moving.

6. KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the owner's manual. Have a

qualified service person make repairs to gate hardware.

7. The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate entrance.

8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Gate Construction

Vehicular gates should be constructed and installed in accordance with ASTM F2200; Standard
Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction. For a copy of this standard, contact ASTM
directly at 610-832-9585; [e-mail]; or www.astm.org

.

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Instructions regarding intended installation:

• Install the gate operator only if:

1. The operator is appropriate for the construction of the gate and the usage class of

the gate.

2. All openings of a horizontal slide gate are guarded or screened from the bottom of

the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.22 m) above the ground to prevent a 2 ¼ inch
(57.2 mm) diameter sphere from passing through the openings anywhere in the gate,
and in that portion of the adjacent fence that the gate covers in the open position.

3. All exposed pinch points are eliminated or guarded.

4. Guarding is supplied for exposed rollers.

• The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for vehicles. Pedestrians must be
supplied with a separate access opening. The pedestrian access opening shall be designed
to promote pedestrian usage. Locate the gate such that persons will not come in contact with
the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.

• The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is supplied between the
gate and adjacent structures when opening and closing to reduce the risk of entrapment.
Swinging gates should not open into public access areas.

• The gate must be properly installed and work freely in both directions prior to the installation
of the gate operator. Do not over-tighten the operator clutch, pressure relief valve or reduce
reversing sensitivity to compensate for a damaged gate.

• For gate operators utilizing Type D protection:

1. The gate operator controls must be placed so that the user has full view of the gate

area when the gate is moving.

2. A warning placard shall be placed adjacent to the controls.

3. An automatic closing device (such as a timer, loop sensor, or similar device) shall not

be employed.

4. No other activation device shall be connected.

• Controls intended for user activation must be located at least ten feet (10’) away from any
moving part of the gate and where the user is prevented from reaching over, under, around or
through the gate to operate the controls. Outdoor or easily accessible controls should have a
security feature to prevent unauthorized use.

• The Stop and/or Reset button must be located in the line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of
the reset control shall not cause the operator to start.

• A minimum of two (2) WARNING SIGNS shall be installed, one on each side of the gate
where easily visible.

• For gate operators utilizing a non-contact sensor:

1. See the instructions on the placement of non-contact sensors for each type of

application.

2. Care shall be exercised to reduce the risk of nuisance tripping, such as when a

vehicle trips the sensor while the gate is still moving in the opening direction.

3. One or more non-contact sensors shall be located where the risk of entrapment or

obstruction exist, such as the perimeter reachable by a moving gate or barrier.

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• For gate operators utilizing contact sensors:

1. One or more contact sensors shall be located where the risk of entrapment or

obstruction exist, such as at the leading edge, trailing edge, and post mounted both
inside and outside of a vehicular horizontal slide gate.

2. One or more contact sensors shall be located at the bottom edge of a vehicular

vertical lift gate.

3. One or more contact sensors shall be located at the pinch point of a vehicular vertical

pivot gate.

4. A hardwired contact sensor shall be located and its wiring arranged so that the

communication between the sensor and the gate operator is not subjected to
mechanical damage.

5. A wireless contact sensor such as one that transmits radio frequency (RF) signals to

the gate operator for entrapment protection functions shall be located where the
transmission of the signals are not obstructed or impeded by building structures,
natural landscaping or similar obstructions. A wireless contact sensor shall function
under the intended end-use conditions.

7. One or more contact sensors shall be located at the bottom edge of a vertical barrier

(arm).

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Slide Gate Requirements

All openings of a horizontal slide gate are guarded or screened from the
bottom of the gate to a minimum of four (4) feet (1.22 m) above the ground to
prevent a 2 1/4 inch (57.2 mm) diameter sphere from passing through the
openings anywhere in the gate and in that portion of the adjacent fence that
the gate covers in the open position.
(ref. UL325 56.8.4.a.2 and ASTM F2200 6.1.2)

Fence

A

A gap, measured in the horizontal plane parallel to
the roadway, between a fixed stationary object
nearest the roadway (such as a gate support post)
and the gate frame when the gate is in either the
fully open position or the fully closed position, shall
not exceed 2 1/4 inch (57.2 mm).
(ref. ASTM F2200 6.1.4)

Fence

The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for vehicles.
Pedestrians must be supplied w ith a seperate access openi ng. The
pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian
usage. Locate the gate such that persons will not come in contact with
the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.
(ref. UL325 56.8.4.b)

Roadway

Vehicular Gate

Operator

Gate

Pedestrian

Access

Sidewalk

4 ft.
min

Fence

A

Gate

Fence

Operator

Entrapment Area

Pad

This area between the gate and fence has a high risk of entrapment. The gap between the fence and gate should not exceed

A

2 ¼ inches. Install a filler or barrier in this area to reduce this gap to 2 ¼ inches or less.

Install a contact sensor (type B2) on the fence to help minimize the risk of entrapment in this area.

B

B

2 1/4"

Max

2 1/4"

Max

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Slide Gate Protection

Loops to help minimize t h e pot e nt ia l of th e ga t e to

1

close when a vehicle is present. Number and
placement of loops is dependent on the application.

Contact sensor installed on the fence to help minimize

2

the potential of entrapment between the gate and
fence.

Reverse

1

Loop

Fence

Non-contact sensor to help minimize the potential

3

of the gate closing on vehicular or other traffic that
loops cannot sense.

Non-contact sensor to help minimize the potential

4

of entrapment during the back travel of the gate.

Warning signs are to be place d on eac h si de of the

5

gate so that they are easily visible from either side
of the gate.

A separate pedestrian access located so

6

pedestrians cannot come in contact with the
vehicular gate.

5

Operator

2 3

Reverse (Open)

1

Open Loop

1

(Optional)

5

Loop

4

6

Pedestrian

Access

Sidewalk

Fence

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Table of Contents

Section 1 – Installation

1.1 Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................15

1.2 Mounting Positions

1.2.1 Front Position Pad Mount.........................................................................................................16

1.2.2 Front Position Post Mount........................................................................................................16

1.2.3 Rear Position Pad or Post Mount.............................................................................................17

1.2.4 Center Position Post Mount......................................................................................................17

1.3 Mounting Options

1.3.1 Pad Mounted Operators...........................................................................................................18

1.3.2 Post Mounted Operators..........................................................................................................19

1.4 Operator Installation

1.4.1 Pad Mounted Operators...........................................................................................................20

1.4.2 Post Mounted Operators..........................................................................................................20

1.5 Chain Installation

1.5.1 Front – Pad Mount....................................................................................................................21

1.5.2 Front – Post Mount...................................................................................................................22

1.5.3 Rear – Pad or Post Mount........................................................................................................23

1.5.4 Center – Post Mount ................................................................................................................24

1.6 Warning Sign Installation..........................................................................................................................25

Section 2 – Wiring

Conduits ...................................................................................................................................................27

2.1 High Voltage Connections........................................................................................................................28

2.2 Control Wiring...........................................................................................................................................29

2.3 Loop Detector Wiring................................................................................................................................30

2.4 Auxiliary Device Wiring.............................................................................................................................31

2.5 Primary / Secondary (Bi-parting) Gate Wiring..........................................................................................32

2.6 Terminal Identification and Description

2.6.1 Main Terminal...........................................................................................................................33

2.6.2 Secondary Device Terminal.....................................................................................................34

Section 3 – Adjustments

3.1 Circuit Board Adjustments........................................................................................................................35

3.2 Switch Settings.........................................................................................................................................36

3.2.1 SW 1 (Left Switch) Description and Function...........................................................................37

3.2.2 SW 2 (Right Switch) Description and Function........................................................................37

3.3 Limit Adjustment.......................................................................................................................................38

3.4 Inherent Reverse Adjustment

3.4.1 Reverse Sensitivity Adjustment................................................................................................39

3.4.2 Clutch Adjustment....................................................................................................................40

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Section 4 – Operating Instructions

4.1 Power and Reset Switches ......................................................................................................................41

4.2 Shutdown Conditions

4.2.1 Soft Shutdown..........................................................................................................................42

4.2.2 Resetting a Soft Shutdown.......................................................................................................42

4.2.3 Hard Shutdown ........................................................................................................................43

4.2.4 Resetting a Hard Shutdown.....................................................................................................43

4.3 Manual / Emergency Gate Operation

4.3.1 Emergency Vehicle Access Conditions....................................................................................44

4.3.2 Fail-Safe Manual Operation.....................................................................................................44

4.3.3 Fail-Secure Manual Operation.................................................................................................45

Section 5 – Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5.1 Maintenance Schedule.............................................................................................................................47

5.2 Trouble Shooting......................................................................................................................................48

5.3 Accessories..............................................................................................................................................51

Wire Diagram............................................................................................................................................52

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SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION

Prior to beginning the installation of the slide gate operator, we suggest that you become familiar with
the instructions, illustrations, and wiring guide-lines in this manual. This will help insure that your
installation is performed in an efficient and professional manner.

The proper installation of the vehicular slide gate operator is an extremely important and integral part
of the overall access control system. Check all local building ordinances and building codes prior to
installing this operator. Be sure your installation is in compliance with local codes.

1.1 Specifications

Class of Operation: Class I, II, III, IV
Type of Gate: Vehicular Slide Gates Only
Horsepower: 1/2 H.P.
Voltage / Phase: 115 VAC Single-phase only
Current: 5.4 amps
Max Gate Weight: 1000 Lbs.
Max Gate Length: 30 Ft.
Cycles / Hr: 60/Hr
Speed: Approximately 1 Ft./Sec.
Entrapment Protection: Primary – Inherent (Type A)
Secondary – Provision for connection of a non-contact

sensor (Type B1) and/or a contact sensor (Type B2).
Secondary entrapment protection devices are not supplied

with the operator and must be ordered separately.
Note 1: Assumes gate is in good working condition installed

on a level surface.

1

1

12

24

14.75 11.5

Figure 1

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1.2 Mounting Positions

The Model 9100 operator is designed so that it can be installed in any of the mounting positions
shown below. Once the mounting position has been determined, the chain idlers must be adjusted to
accommodate the mounting position chosen before the operator is mounted to the pad or post. The
idlers are factory set for the front, pad mount position. (Note: Rear and center position, and post­mounted operators require additional hardware not supplied with the operator).

1.2.1 Front Position Pad Mount

• This is considered the standard
method of installing slide gate
operators.

• Set both chain idlers in the top
position (factory setting).

• Remove the TOP chain knockouts
from each side of the operator.

• Chain passes through the
operator and is attached to each
end of the gate.

1.2.2 Front Position Post Mount

Figure 2

• Set both chain idlers in the
bottom position.

• DO NOT remove chain
knockouts. Using this mounting
method, the chain enters and
exits the operator from the
bottom.

• Chain passes through the
operator and is attached to each
end of the gate.

• This mounting method allows for
the use of chain support
attached to the gate. This is useful with long gates and helps prevent chain “stretching.”

• ADDITIONAL HARDWARE REQUIRED: Post Mount Base Plate P/N 2600-418 and two (2)
4” x 4” steel mounting post at least three feet in length. Mounting post are not available from
DoorKing.

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Figure 3