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LA500 & LA500-S

VEHICULAR SWING GATE OPERATOR

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Your model may look different than the model illustrated in this manual.

THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A TRAINED GATE SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN ONLY.

Visit www.liftmaster.com to locate a professional installing dealer in your area.

This model is for use on vehicular passage gates ONLY and not intended for use on pedestrian passage gates.

This model is intended for use in Class I, II, III and IV vehicular swing gate applications.

UL325

compliant

UL991

compliant

SAFETY 1-7

Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

UL325 Model Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Installation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Gate Construction Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Required Entrapment Protection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

INTRODUCTION 8-9

Operator Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Carton Inventory & Operator Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

PREPARATION 10-12

Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

INSTALLATION 13-17

Manual Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Determine the Position of the Post Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Determine the Position of the Gate Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Weld the Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Attach the Operator to the Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Standard Control Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Large Metal Control Box (XLM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

WIRING 18-24

Wire the Entrapment Protection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Earth Ground Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Wire the Operator Arm to the Control Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Dual Gates Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21

Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

Connect Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24

Engage the Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ADJUSTMENT 25-26

Limit and Force Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-26

Obstruction Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

PROGRAMMING 27-28

Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Erase All Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

OPERATION 28

Manual Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Reset Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Party Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

MAINTENANCE 29

Maintenance Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ADDITIONAL FEATURES 29-35

LiftMaster Internet Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Control Board Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Accessory Features on Control Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Expansion Board Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Accessory Features on Expansion Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Gate Operator Setup Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Limit Setup with a Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

TROUBLESHOOTING 36-41

Control Board LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37

Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-41

WIRING DIAGRAMS 42-43

Standard Control Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Large Metal Control Box (XLM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

ACCESSORIES 44

REPAIR PARTS 45

WARRANTY 46

SAFETY

When you see these Safety Symbols and Signal Words on the following pages, they will alert you to the possibility of serious injury or death if you do not comply with the warnings that accompany them. The hazard may come from something mechanical or from electric shock. Read the warnings carefully.

When you see this Signal Word on the following pages, it will alert you to the possibility of damage to your gate and/or the gate operator if you do not comply with the cautionary statements that accompany it. Read them carefully.

IMPORTANT NOTE

• BEFORE attempting to install, operate or maintain the operator, you must read and fully understand this manual and follow all safety instructions.

• DO NOT attempt repair or service of your gate operator unless you are an Authorized Service Technician.

SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW

MECHANICAL

ELECTRICAL

SAFETY

UL325 MODEL CLASSIFICATIONS

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 multi-family housing unit (five or more single family units) hotel, garage, 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 a industrial location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other location 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 security area or other restricted access locations not servicing the general public, in which unauthorized access is prevented via supervision by security personnel.

UL325 ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

This chart illustrates the entrapment protection requirements for the UL325 classes.

III

GATE OPERATOR ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION

UL325 Classification Swing Gate Operator

Primary Type Secondary Type

CLASS I-CLASS IV A B1 or B2

In order to complete a proper installation you must satisfy the entrapment protection chart shown. That means that the installation must have one primary means of entrapment protection and one independent secondary means of entrapment protection. Both primary and secondary entrapment protection methods must be designed, arranged or configured to protect against entrapments in both the open and close directions of gate travel.

For Example: For a gate system that is installed on a single-family residence (UL325 Class I) you must provide the following: As your primary type of entrapment protection you must provide

• Type A - Inherent (built into the operator) entrapment sensing and at least one of the following as your secondary entrapment protection:

• Type B1 - Non-contact sensors such as photoelectric sensors,

• Type B2 - Contact sensors such as gate edges

NOTE: UL requires that all installations must have warning signs placed in plain view on both sides of the gate to warn pedestrians of the dangers of motorized gate systems.

SAFETY

SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION

1. Vehicular gate systems provide convenience and security. Gate systems are comprised of many component parts. The gate operator is only one component. Each gate system is specifically designed for an individual application.

2. Gate operating system designers, installers and users must take into account the possible hazards associated with each individual application. Improperly designed, installed or maintained systems can create risks for the user as well as the bystander. Gate systems design and installation must reduce public exposure to potential hazards.

3. A gate operator can create high levels of force in its function as a component part of a gate system. Therefore, safety features must be incorporated into every design. Specific safety features include:

• Gate Edges • Guards for Exposed Rollers

• Photoelectric Sensors • Screen Mesh

• Vertical Posts • Instructional and Precautionary Signage

4. Install the gate operator only when:

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

gate.

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

bottom of the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.2 m) above the ground to prevent a 2-1/4 inches (6 cm) 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.

c. All exposed pinch points are eliminated or guarded, and guarding is

supplied for exposed rollers.

5. 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.

6. 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 shall not open into public access areas.

7. The gate must be properly installed and work freely in both directions prior to the installation of the gate operator.

8. Controls intended for user activation must be located at least 6 feet (1.8 m) 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 shall have a security feature to prevent unauthorized use.

9. The Stop and/or Reset (if provided separately) must be located in the line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of the reset control shall not cause the operator to start.

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

11. For a gate operator utilizing a non-contact sensor:

a. Reference owner’s manual regarding placement of non-contact sensor for

each type of application.

b. 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.

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

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

12. For a gate operator utilizing a contact sensor such as an edge sensor:

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

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

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

vehicular vertical lift gate.

c. A hard wired contact sensor shall be located and its wiring arranged so

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

d. A wireless contact sensor such as the 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 obstruction. A wireless contact sensor shall function under the intended end-use conditions.

e. One or more contact sensors shall be located on the inside and outside

leading edge of a swing gate. Additionally, if the bottom edge of a swing gate is greater than 6 inches (152 mm) above the ground at any point in its arc of travel, one or more contact sensors shall be located on the bottom edge.

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

vertical barrier (arm).

SAFETY

GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION

Vehicular gates should be installed in accordance with ASTM F2200: Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction. For a copy, contact ASTM directly at 610-832-9585 or www.astm.org.

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 Gates shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions given for the appropriate gate type listed, refer to ASTM F2200 for additional gate types.

1.2 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed to not fall over more than 45 degrees from the vertical plane, when a gate is detached from the supporting hardware.

1.3 Gates shall have smooth bottom edges, with vertical bottom edged protrusions not exceeding 0.50 inches (12.7 mm) when other than the exceptions listed in ASTM F2200.

1.4 The minimum height for barbed tape shall not be less than 8 feet (2.44 m) above grade and for barbed wire shall not be less than 6 feet (1.83 m) above grade.

1.5 An existing gate latch shall be disabled when a manually operated gate is retrofitted with a powered gate operator.

1.6 A gate latch shall not be installed on an automatically operated gate.

1.7 Protrusions shall not be permitted on any gate, refer to ASTM F2200 for Exceptions.

1.8 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed such that their movement shall not be initiated by gravity when an automatic operator is disconnected.

1.9 A pedestrian gate shall not be incorporated into a vehicular gate panel or that portion of the adjacent fence that the gate covers in the open position.

3.1.3 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 inches (57 mm), refer to ASTM F2200 for Exception.

3.1.4 Positive stops shall be required to limit travel to the designed fully open and fully closed positions. These stops shall be installed at either the top of the gate, or at the bottom of the gate where such stops shall horizontally or vertically project no more than is required to perform their intended function.

3.1.5 All gates shall be designed with sufficient lateral stability to assure that the gate will enter a receiver guide, refer to ASTM F2200 for panel types.

3.2 The following provisions shall apply to Class IV vehicular horizontal slide gates:

3.2.1 All weight bearing exposed rollers 8 feet (2.44 m), or less, above grade shall be guarded or covered.

3.2.2 Positive stops shall be required to limit travel to the designed fully open and fully closed positions. These stops shall be installed at either the top of the gate, or at the bottom of the gate where such stops shall horizontally or vertically project no more than is required to perform their intended function.

2. SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS

2.1 Any non-automated gate that is to be automated shall be upgraded to conform to the provisions of this specification.

2.2 This specification shall not apply to gates generally used for pedestrian access and to vehicular gates not to be automated.

2.3 Any existing automated gate, when the operator requires replacement, shall be upgraded to conform to the provisions of this specification in effect at that time.

3. VEHICULAR HORIZONTAL SLIDE GATES

3.1 The following provisions shall apply to Class I, Class II and Class III vehicular horizontal slide gates:

3.1.1 All weight bearing exposed rollers 8 feet (2.44 m), or less, above grade shall be guarded or covered.

3.1.2 All openings located between 48 inches (1.22 m) and 72 inches (1.83 m) above grade shall be designed, guarded or screened to prevent a 4 inch (102 mm) diameter sphere from passing through the openings anywhere in the gate, and in that portion of the adjacent fence that covers in the open position.

4. VEHICULAR HORIZONTAL SWING GATES

4.1 The following provisions shall apply to Class 1, Class II and Class III vehicular horizontal swing gates:

4.1.1 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed so as not to create an entrapment area between the gate and the supporting structure or other fixed object when the gate moves toward the fully open position, subject to the provisions in the 4.1.1.1 and 4.1.1.2.

4.1.1.1 The width of an object (such as a wall, pillar or column) covered by a swing gate when in the open position shall not exceed 4 inches (102 mm), measured from the centerline of the pivot point of the gate, refer to ASTM F2200 for exception.

4.1.1.2 Except for the zone specified in Section 4.1.1.1, the distance between a fixed object such as a wall, pillar or column, and a swing gate when in the open position shall not be less than 16 inches (406 mm), refer to ASTM F2200 for exception.

4.2 Class IV vehicular horizontal swing gates shall be designed, constructed and installed in accordance with security related parameters specific to the application in question.

SAFETY

REQUIRED ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

• Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles.

An entrapment zone is every location or point of contact where a person can become entrapped between a moving gate and a stationary object. All gate operator systems REQUIRE two independent entrapment protection systems for each entrapment zone. This operator contains an inherent (internal) entrapment protection system (the primary entrapment protection system) and REQUIRES the addition of an external entrapment protection system (non-contact photoelectric sensor or contact safety edge sensor) for EACH entrapment zone.

Your application may contain one or many entrapment zones. Property owners are obligated to test entrapment protection devices monthly.

CONTACT SENSORS (EDGE SENSORS)

If the electrically activated edge sensor comes in contact with an obstruction while the gate is moving, the gate will stop and reverse. The gate will not be able to travel in that direction until the obstruction is cleared. Use non monitored edge sensor models G65MG0204, G65MGR020, or G65MGS020.

3 Edge Contact Sensor

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.

Edge Sensor for Open Cycle Edge Sensor for Close Cycle

NON-CONTACT SENSORS

If the photoelectric sensor beam gets blocked while the gate is moving, the gate will stop and reverse. The gate will not be able to travel in that direction until the obstruction is cleared. It is best to use monitored photoelectric sensors, model CPS-UN4. If a monitored photoelectric sensor is not working or loses power or the beam is blocked, then ALL gate operation in that direction will stop. Unmonitored photoelectric sensor models AOMRON and RETROAB are also acceptable.

Safety Non-Contact Sensor

Sensor for Open Cycle

Sensor for Close Cycle

SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INSTALLATION

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

• Pinch points must be guarded at all times. Install enclosed-style gate tracks and roller guards.

• Place screen mesh 4 feet (1.2 m) high on the gate to prevent access through openings anywhere the gate may travel.

• Mount controls at least 6 feet (1.8 m) from the gate or ANY moving part of the gate.

• Install Warning signs on EACH side of gate in PLAIN VIEW. Permanently secure each Warning sign in a suitable manner using fastening holes.

• This operator is intended for vehicular use only. To prevent INJURY to pedestrians, a separate pedestrian access should be supplied, visible from the gate. Locate the pedestrian access where there is not a chance of INJURY at any point during full movement of the gate.

• Contact sensors MUST be located at the leading and trailing edges, and post mounted both inside and outside a horizontal swing gate. Non-contact sensors such as photo eyes MUST be mounted across the gate opening and operate during BOTH the open and close cycles.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.

• Too much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal system.

• NEVER increase force beyond minimum amount required to move gate.

• NEVER use force adjustments to compensate for a binding or sticking gate.

• If one control (force or travel limits) is adjusted, the other control may also need adjustment.

• After ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be tested. Gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object.

• DO NOT touch the heater when switch is on, heater may be hot.

• To AVOID damaging gas, power or other underground utility lines, contact underground utility locating companies BEFORE digging more than 18 inches (46 cm) deep.

WIRING

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

• ANY maintenance to the operator or in the area near the operator MUST NOT be performed until disconnecting the electrical power (AC or solar and battery) and locking-out the power via the operator power switch. Upon completion of maintenance the area MUST be cleared and secured, at that time the unit may be returned to service.

• Disconnect power at the fuse box BEFORE proceeding. Operator MUST be properly grounded and connected in accordance with national and local electrical codes. NOTE: The operator should be on a separate fused line of

adequate capacity.

ADJUSTMENT

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

• Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a moving gate.

• Too much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal system.

• NEVER increase force beyond minimum amount required to move gate.

• ALWAYS wear protective gloves and eye protection when changing the battery or working around the battery compartment.

• ALL electrical connections MUST be made by a qualified individual.

• DO NOT install ANY wiring or attempt to run the operator without consulting the wiring diagram. We recommend that you install an edge sensor BEFORE proceeding with the control station installation.

• ALL power wiring should be on a dedicated circuit and well protected. The location of the power disconnect should be visible and clearly labeled.

• ALL power and control wiring MUST be run in separate conduit.

• NEVER use force adjustments to compensate for a binding or sticking gate.

• If one control (force or travel limits) is adjusted, the other control may also need adjustment.

• After ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be tested. Gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object.

SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

• Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles.

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

• READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

adequate capacity.

• NEVER let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away from children.

• ALWAYS keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.

• The entrance is for vehicles ONLY. Pedestrians MUST use separate entrance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.

• Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or reverse when an object activates the non-contact 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.

• Use the manual disconnect release ONLY when the gate is not moving.

• KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the owner’s manual. Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate hardware.

• ALL maintenance MUST be performed by a LiftMaster professional.

• Activate gate ONLY when it can be seen clearly, is properly adjusted and there are no obstructions to gate travel.

• To reduce the risk of FIRE or INJURY to persons use ONLY LiftMaster part 29-NP712 for replacement batteries.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

• ALWAYS wear protective gloves and eye protection when changing the battery or working around the battery compartment.

TROUBLESHOOTING

To protect against fire and electrocution:

• DISCONNECT power (AC or solar and battery) BEFORE installing or servicing operator.

For continued protection against fire:

• Replace ONLY with fuse of same type and rating.

INTRODUCTION

OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

This model is intended for use in vehicular swing gate applications:

OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS + CARTON INVENTORY & OPERATOR DIMENSIONS

Gate Classifications: CLASS I, II, III, & IV Main AC Supply: 120 Vac or 240 Vac (240 Vac option with Toroid Kit ONLY)

Solar Power Max: 24 Vdc at 50 watts max. Input Rating: 8 Amps at 120 Vac or 1 Amp at 240 Vac Input Rating Excluding Accessory Outlets: 2 Amps at 120 Vac or 1

Amp at 240 Vac

*Input Rating of Accessory Outlets:

*NOTE: The accessory outlets are not connected for the 240 Vac rating. Main Supply (Motor): 24 Vdc

Accessory Power: 24 Vdc nominal Class II battery voltage source is

limited to:

• Accessory wire up to 50 feet - 500 mA

• Accessory wire 50 feet up to 250 feet - 250 mA

• Accessory wire 250 feet up to 1000 feet - 100 mA

NOTE: Increased accessory power drawn from the operator will shorten the battery life (solar applications ONLY).

6 Amps at 120 Vac

Full Cycle Time: 32 seconds (90 degree opening) Maximum Travel Range: 115 degrees Maximum Gate Weight/Length:

• 1600 lbs./8 foot

• 800 lbs./16 foot

• 600 lbs./18 foot

Ambient Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) Fuse Protection Battery: 30 Amp Fuse Protection DC Power: 30 Amp Daily cycle rate for direct plug-in transformer power:

300 cycles/day

Daily Cycle Rate for toroid transformer (accessory) power:

300 cycles/day semi-continuous duty

CARTON INVENTORY & OPERATOR DIMENSIONS

NOT SHOWN: Documentation Packet, Hardware Bag

5.83" (14.8 cm)

Operator Model LA500 (1) Model LA500-S (2)

Key (2)

Terminal Block

Connector

4.21" (10.7 cm)

40.35" (102.5 cm)

Junction Box

MODEL LA500-S ONLY

Extension Cable

Post Bracket

Watertight Connector (2)

Gate Bracket

Warning Signs (2) and Warranty Card

Standard Control Box with Batteries 12 Vdc 7AH (2)

Large Metal Control Box (XLM), ordered separately (batteries not included)

INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

OPERATOR FEATURES

• Advanced “Centerpiece” Control Board

• EMI AC Power Surge Protection and Filter Board

- Main AC voltage input selection: 120 Vac (factory setting) or 240 Vac (field change)

• DC motor with extended brush life

• AC powered with integrated EverCharge® Power Management System

• 24 Vdc accessory power

• Programmable with up to 50 remote controls and 2 keyless entries. Compatible

with MyQ™ devices and Security✚ 2.0™ codes at either 310, 315, 390 MHz, or 433 MHz

CONTROL BOARD FEATURES

• Electronic Limit adjustment and control

• Adjustable reversal force

• Adjustable Timer-to-Close (TTC)

• Maximum Run Timer

• Bipart Delay switch (dual gate applications)

• Feedback and Diagnostic LEDs

• Integrated Radio Receiver, Single Button Control (SBC) and 3-Button Station control, three radio frequencies supporting Security✚ 2.0™

FEATURES

• Manual - Secure power failure selection

• SAMS compatible

• Slow-start and slow-stop gate motion

• Reset Button

• Audible Alarm

• Standard Control box has an external antenna (remote extension antenna is optional) Large Metal Control Box (XLM) has external antenna.

• Electronic limit adjustment and control from the remote control

• Wireless primary/secondary (refer to pages 20 and 21)

• Lockable manual release handle

• COMMANDS:

- OPEN, CLOSE, or STOP: accessory connection and on-board button

- Single Button Close (SBC): accessory connection

- FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN: accessory connection

- INTEGRATED RADIO RECEIVER:

• LOOPS:

- EXIT, SHADOW, or INTERRUPT LOOP: accessory connection

EXPANSION BOARD FEATURES

• Plug-in Loop Detector Connectors (Model LOOPDETLM Loop Detector)

- SHADOW

- INTERRUPT

- EXIT, with Fail Open/Fail Close selection

• Quick-Close ON/OFF selection switch

• AC Fail Open/Battery selection switch

• Low Battery Open/Close selection switch

• Anti-Tail ON/OFF selection switch

• Single Button Control (SBC) accessory connection

• 3-Button station accessory connection

• AUX Relays (2) each independently selectable operation:

- OPEN LIMIT: ON at open limit switch

- CLOSE LIMIT: OFF at close limit switch

- GATE MOVING: ON with gate moving

- PRE-ALERT DELAY: ON 3 seconds before gate motion

- TAMPER: ON when gate manually pulled from close limit

- POWER: ON with AC or Solar power available

- CYCLE QUANTITY: LEDs blink operational cycle count

PREPARATION

SITE PREPARATION

Check the national and local building codes BEFORE installation.

SAFETY

Entrapment protection devices are required to protect against any entrapment or safety conditions encountered in your gate application (refer to page 5 for more details). Install warning signs on both sides of the gate.

Warning Signs

Entrapment Danger

VEHICLE LOOPS

The vehicle loops allow the gate to stay open when vehicles are obstructing the gate path. Suggested for vehicles 14 feet (4.27 m) or longer. Vehicle loops are not required but are recommended.

(Inside Property)

GATE

Gate must be constructed and installed according to ASTM F2200 standards (refer to page 4). Gate must fit specifications of operator (refer to specifications).

EARTH GROUND ROD

Proper grounding gives an electrical charge, such as from an electrical static discharge or a near lightning strike, a path from which to dissipate its energy safely into the earth. Without this path, the intense energy generated by lightning could be directed towards the gate operator. Although nothing can absorb the tremendous power of a direct lightning strike, proper grounding can protect the gate operator in most cases.

CONDUIT

Conduit must be UL approved for low and high voltage.

Check national and local codes for proper depth

Conduit

INSTALLATION TYPES

Identify your installation type. The installation steps in this manual will show a typical Pull-to-Open application.

SITE PREPARATION

10" Minimum

NOTE: Weld Re Bar Behind Gate Hinges for Maximum Strength.

Column Install

PULL-TO-OPEN

Gate Hinge

Heavy Steel Plate for Reinforcement (Not provided)

Heavy Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary)

Back Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary)

Gate Hinge

Post Install

Gate Hinge

Back Steel Plates for Reinforcement (Not provided)

Gate Hinge

NOTE: Weld Re Bar Behind Gate Hinges for Maximum Strength.

Column Install

PUSH-TO-OPEN

Gate Hinge

Heavy Steel Plate for Reinforcement (Not provided)

Back Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary)

Gate Hinge

Post Install

Gate Hinge

Control Box

Water Tight Conduit (Not provided)

Top View

Operator

Earth Ground Rod

SINGLE GATE

Heavy Steel Plate for Reinforcement (Not provided)

Control Box

Primary Operator

Earth Ground Rod

Top View

DUAL GATE

Water Tight Conduit (Not provided)

Secondary Operator

Junction Box

Shielded low voltage wires.

PREPARATION

MOUNTING OPTIONS

MOUNTING DOs

MOUNTING OPTIONS

Weld a horizontal bar across entire gate on any installation for strength. Make sure that the operator is mounted level or it will not function properly.

MOUNTING DON'Ts

An off-level installation may cause the gate or operator to fail prematurely.

The operator can be mounted on top of the gate frame.

DO NOT weld the crossbar on just a few pickets, or they could bend.

DO NOT install upside down.

DO NOT install on ANY pedestrian passageways, doorways, or gates.

DO NOT install on uphill or downhill gates.

DO NOT install next to sprinklers or any area that may expose the bottom of operator to water.

DO NOT over-bend the cord from the operator. Doing this will cause the wires to eventually break.

INSTALLATION

MANUAL RELEASE + DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET

MANUAL RELEASE

Insert the key into the lock and turn it 180 degrees counterclockwise.

Turn the release lever 180 degrees counterclockwise. The operator is now in

manual mode.

If this operator is a replacement for a Miracle-One™ operator, use the existing post bracket and gate bracket. Remove the Miracle-One™ operator from the brackets and proceed to page 15.

DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET

Close the gate.

Choose a vertical mounting location for the post bracket.

Place a measuring tape under the center of the gate hinge point and measure

out 7.75 inches.

Use a screwdriver or dowel rod to temporarily mark the location of the first

measurement.

Measure 8.5 inches from the previous mark.

Use a screwdriver to mark the location of the second measurement.

Align the post bracket as close as possible above the screwdriver or dowel rod

and tack weld the post bracket in the desired vertical position.

Post Bracket Location

7.75"

8.5"

7.75"

8.5"

If your application is Push-to-Open, refer to the illustration to the right.

PUSH-TO-OPEN

7.75"

8.5"

INSTALLATION

DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE GATE BRACKET + WELD THE BRACKETS

DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE GATE BRACKET

The gate bracket MUST be installed in an area that can withstand heavy forces. Additional reinforcement steel plates may be necessary for mounting.

Position a level on the post bracket and measure 27.75 inches over from the

center of the gate hinge point and mark the location on the gate.

Measure 2.25 inches down from the previous mark and center the bracket on

this mark. Tack weld the gate bracket in this position.

27.75"

Gate Hinge Point

WELD THE BRACKETS

Position the operator on the brackets and make sure the operator is level and

positioned correctly on the gate.

Remove the operator from the gate.

Gate Bracket Location

2.25"

Completely weld around the post bracket and gate bracket.

INSTALLATION

ATTACH THE OPERATOR TO THE BRACKETS

Attach the operator to the post bracket with the bolt, mounting plate, and nut

as shown.

Attach the operator to the gate bracket with the bolt, washer, and nut as shown.

Tighten the nut until it reaches the bottom of the gate bracket, then turn the nut a half turn, making sure not to overtighten. Make sure the trolley does not reach the fully open or fully closed position.

Post Bracket

ATTACH THE OPERATOR TO THE BRACKETS

Gate Bracket

For dual gate applications, repeat the previous installation steps to install the second operator.

INSTALLATION

For Large Metal Control Box installation, refer to the following page.

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

MOUNT THE CONTROL BOX

The control box MUST be mounted within 5 feet (1.52 m) of the gate operator. Mount the control box as high as possible for best radio reception. Make sure the control box is level. NOTE: The expansion board DOES NOT need to be removed for

a wall or column mount installation.

Remove the screws and open the control box.

Disconnect the connector labeled "Main Board" on the expansion board.

Remove the expansion board by removing the screws.

Select the mounting holes and remove the knockouts using a screwdriver and

hammer.

Secure the control box to mounting surface.

A. Column: Use the provided screws (4). B. Wall: Use the provided screws (4). C. Post: Use U-bolts and rubber washers (not provided) to ensure a watertight

seal. Make sure the U-bolts do not protrude more than 3/4 inch from the control box because this can short the control board.

Reinstall the expansion board and connect the "Main Board" connector to the

expansion board.

Expansion Board

WALL OR COLUMN MOUNT

9.13"

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

"Main Board" Connector

POST MOUNT

6.36"

4.38"

3.88"

5.88"

4.88"

2.88"

13.75"

ABC

12.06"

INSTALLATION

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

MOUNT THE CONTROL BOX (XLM)

The control box MUST be mounted within 5 feet (1.52 m) of the gate operator. Mount the control box as high as possible for best radio reception. Make sure the control box is level.

Open the control box. The control box door may be removed by opening the

door 90°. Lift the door from the hinges and set aside until the installation is complete.

90°

POST MOUNT

NOTE: The post mount option is not recommended for the 33AH battery application.

The control box can be mounted to a post with 'U' bolts (refer to chart). The

knock out will accommodate a 3/8" diameter 'U' bolt. Select center mounting holes (top and bottom) and knock out using a screwdriver and hammer.

Secure the control box to mounting surface with U-bolts and rubber washers

(not provided) to ensure a watertight seal.

TYPE AND SIZE 'U' BOLT OPENING

Standard 3" Round Pipe 3-1/2" Standard 4" Square Post 4" Standard 6" Square Post 6"

WALL OR COLUMN MOUNT

Remove the electrical outlet cover by loosening the screws and sliding the cover

up.

Use knock outs located at the 4 corners of the control box and knock out using

a screwdriver and hammer.

Secure the control box to mounting surface using the provided screws (4).

SET PEN

SET CL SE

M E GATE

51060

180

M X

E N S

CL SE

INPUT POWER

ATT CHARGING

TMER

ATE MO ING

ATT LOW

ACC PWR O L

AGNOSTIC

CO ES

STATUS :

“FIRE

EPT

”

OPEN

XIT

SHADOW

CLOSE EYES/

NTERRUPT

LOCK

N.O.

NC.

+ -

ACCESSORY

POWER

ON SW.

EXP.

BOAR

RESS & REL ASE

TO BEGN

ETUP

LAS 2 U P Y 4 V L S

LM T

- +

+ -

SOLAR / CHARGER

J15

+ BATT

- + DC POWER

ID RESET

ALARM

GROUND

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

SHADOW

EYES/

INTERRUPT

- +

+ -

WIRING

WIRE THE ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES + EARTH GROUND ROD

WIRE THE ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES

Entrapment protection devices are required. Refer to page 5 for more information regarding application.

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

• Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles.

Connect the entrapment protection device to the EYES EDGE terminal on the

control board. These inputs are for pulsed photoelectric sensors and dry contact edges.

• Close Photoelectric Sensor Entrapment Protection: Connect wires from the photoelectric sensors to the Inputs on the CLOSE EYES/INTERRUPT terminal.

• Close Edge Entrapment Protection: Connect wires from the entrapment protection device to the Inputs on the CLOSE EDGE terminal.

• Open Entrapment Protection: Connect wires from the entrapment protection device to the Inputs on the OPEN EYES/EDGE terminal.

NOTE: Refer to the “Accessory Features on the Control Board” section on page 31.

• Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.

TO ERASE LEARNED MONITORED PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS

Remove the photoelectric sensor wires from the terminal block.

Press and release the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons simultaneously. The SET

OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs will turn on.

Press and release both SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons again to turn off the

SET OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs.

EARTH GROUND ROD

Use the proper earth ground rod for your local area. The ground wire must be a single, whole piece of wire. Never splice two wires for the ground wire. If you should cut the ground wire too short, break it, or destroy its integrity, replace it with a single wire length.

1 2

NOTE: If the operator is not grounded properly the range of the remote controls will be reduced.

Install the earth ground rod within 3 feet of the control box.

Run wire from the earth ground rod to the control box.

To Control Box

Check national and local codes for proper depth

WIRING

GATE 1

BR GRN WHT YEL BLU RE

GATE 2

BR RN WHT YEL BLU RE

+ -

S LAR /

HARGER

WIRE THE OPERATOR ARM TO THE CONTROL BOARD

Insert the operator cable through the watertight connector mounted in the

bottom of the control box.

Extend the operator cable and wires to the Gate 1 connector and connect

as shown.

Tighten watertight connector nut.

WIRE THE OPERATOR TO THE CONTROL BOARD

If installing one operator, proceed to page 22. If installing two operators, continue to the next page.

WIRING

DUAL GATES ONLY

INSTALL THE EXTENSION CABLE AND JUNCTION BOX

Before digging, contact local underground utility locating companies. The following items are required to complete the junction box installation:

• 4 x 4 Junction Box with 3/4" NPT threaded port holes

• Screws

• PVC Conduit

DUAL GATES ONLY

Junction Box

Trench across driveway to bury the extension cable. Use PVC conduit to

prevent damage to cables.

Open the junction box by removing screws (4) and set aside.

Mount the junction box within 3 feet (0.9 m) of second operator.

Route operator cable and extension cable through watertight connector

nut and watertight connector.

Insert cables and watertight connectors into the holes in the bottom of the

junction box (not provided).

Feed extension cable through PVC conduit and secure with nut.

WIRE THE EXTENSION CABLE TO THE SECONDARY OPERATOR

Insert wires from extension cable and operator cable into the terminal

block connector as shown (like-colored wires must face each other).

Extension Cable

PVC Conduit

Operator Cable

Within 3 feet

Put wires inside of junction box.

Secure operator and extension cables with watertight connector nut.

Reinstall cover.

Terminal Block Connector

Extension Cable Operator Cable

WIRING

OSE

OFF

BIPART

DELAY

TIMER

GATE 1

BRO GRN WHT YEL BLU RED

GATE 2

BRO GRN WHT YEL BLU RED

SO AR / CHARGER

DUAL GATES ONLY

WIRE THE EXTENSION CABLE TO THE CONTROL BOARD

Choose a knockout in the bottom of the control box.

Insert a watertight connector through the knockout and tighten with nut.

Insert the extension cable through watertight connector.

Extend the cable and wires to Gate 2 connector on the control board.

Connect wires as shown.

Tighten the watertight connector nut to secure extension cable to control

box.

DUAL GATES ONLY

Extension Cable

SET THE BIPART DELAY

Occasionally in dual gate installations, one gate will need to open first and close second. This would happen if there was an ornamental overhang on one gate or if using a solenoid lock, for example. This gate is called the Primary gate and needs to be connected to Gate 1 connections on the control board. Thus, it is preferred that the control box be installed on the same side as this gate. If there is no appropriate location on that side for the control box, then mount the control box on the opposite side, but connect the operator closest to the control box to the Gate 2 connector and the operator on the opposite side to the Gate 1 connector.

NOTE: The gate with the longer travel span (opening) must be set as the primary gate (GATE 1).

The BIPART DELAY switch on the control board needs to be set to the ON

position.

The following illustration shows a dual gate configuration with a decorative overlapping piece on the outside of the gate.

If a solenoid lock is being used on a gate, the gate with the lock attached to it is the primary gate.

OUTSIDE PROPERTY

Primary Gate

Primary Gate - Connect to Gate 1 Connector on Control Board.

SETCLOSE

BR GRN WT YE BLU R D

S T OPEN

MOVE GATE

TATUS

+ BTT

I PUT POW R

AT CHA GI G

+ DC P WER

R G N T YE BU RED

XMT ER

OFF

EE SE O E IN

LMT

J15

5060

TMER

GAE MOV NG

ST OP

ATT OW

DAGNO TC

ODES

HAD

CC PWR OVD

LO E E

NT RRU T

POWER

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ON W

SO AR / CH RGER

EXP

GRO ND

D ES T

AARM

WIRING

POWER WIRING

This operator can be wired for either 120 Vac (standard) or a solar panel (not provided). Follow the directions according to your application. For dual gate applications, power will have to be connected to each operator. Main power supply and control wiring MUST be run in separate conduits.

NOTE: If using an external receiver use shielded wire for the connections or mount the receiver away from the operator to avoid interference with the operator.

AMERICAN WIRE

GAUGE (AWG)

12 205 feet 410 feet 10 325 feet 650 feet

8 520 feet 1040 feet 6 825 feet 1650 feet 4 1312 feet 2624 feet

NOTE: Use copper conductors ONLY.

MAXIMUM WIRE

LENGTH (120 VAC)

130 feet 260 feet

MAXIMUM WIRE

LENGTH (240 VAC)

NUMBER OF CYCLES PER DAY

Swing Gate Installation (6 ft. 1200 lb. gate/ 19 ft. 500 lb. gate)

TOROID POWERED

BATTERY POWERED

TRANSFORMER POWERED

ACCESSORY

CURRENT

DRAW

50 mA

100 mA

✔

SINGLE GATE DUAL GATE

7AH

Batteries

(standard)

300 mA

Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous

33AH Batteries

(optional for

Large Metal

Control Box)

215 1202 98 612 207 1292 96 600 200 1249 94 590

178 1111 88 554 1726 1720 1347 1340 1670 1663 1301 1293 1615 1607 1257 1248 1391 1380 1075 1064

7AH

Batteries

(standard)

33AH Batteries

(optional for

Large Metal

Control Box)

120 VAC

Turn off the AC power from the main power source circuit breaker.

Run the AC power wires to the control box.

Remove the junction box cover.

Connect the green wire to the earth ground rod wire using a wire nut.

Connect the white wire to NEUTRAL using a wire nut.

Connect the black wire to HOT using a wire nut.

Replace the junction box cover. Ensure the wires are not pinched.

NOTE: The operator can also be wired for 240 Vac application. Refer to the Accessory page for more information.

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

Junction Box Cover

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

Junction Box Cover

WIRING

POWER WIRING + CONNECT BATTERIES

POWER WIRING CONTINUED...

SOLAR PANEL(S)

NOT PROVIDED. SEE ACCESSORIES.

The solar panel(s) must be located in an open area clear of obstructions and shading for the entire day. The gate operator is not supported in northern climates where temperatures reach below -4˚F. This is due to cold weather and a reduced number of hours of sunlight during the winter months. Cycle rate may vary from solar chart for areas that reach below 32˚F. Solar panels should be cleaned on a regular basis for best performance to ensure proper operation. For solar applications, a minimum of two 10W solar panels in series and two 7AH batteries are recommended. For Zone 3 cold weather sites, two 33AH batteries are recommended (for Large Metal Control Box (XLM) ONLY). We recommend LiftMaster low power draw accessories to minimize power draw, refer to accessory page. We recommend disconnecting the expansion board for greater cycle ratings and standby time for solar applications. NOTE: Solar

power maximum is 24 Vdc at 50 watts maximum.

Locate the solar/charge plug on the control board and remove the transformer

wires from the plug.

Connect the red wire (+) from one solar panel to the black wire (-) of the other

solar panel.

Connect the remaining red (+) wire from one solar panel to the solar/charge

plug (+) on the control board.

Connect the remaining black (-) wire from the other solar panel to the

solar/charge plug (-) on the control board.

Plug in the solar/charge plug.

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

+ BATT

J15

- + DC POWER

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

Red

SOLAR / CHARGER

+ -

ID RESET

Black

LOCK

N.O.

+ -

POWER

ACCESSORY

ON SW.

+ -

CLASS 2 SUPPLY 24 VOLTS

EXP.

BOARD

GROUND

ALARM

NUMBER OF CYCLES PER DAY (SOLAR)

Swing Gate Installation (6 ft. 1200 lb. gate/19 ft. 500 lb.)

20W SOLAR PANEL

NOTE: 20W would be two 10W (12V) panels in series.

40W SOLAR PANEL

NOTE: 40W would be two 20W panels in series.

20W SOLAR PANEL

NOTE: 20W would be two 10W (12V) panels in series.

40W SOLAR PANEL

NOTE: 40W would be two 20W panels in series.

NOT AVAILABLE

Single Gate

CONFIGURATION ZONE 1

Low Band

High Band

Expansion Board

✔ ✔✔ ✔✔ ✔✔✔✔

Dual Gates

✔ ✔✔ ✔✔ ✔✔✔✔

(6 Hrs

sunlight/day)

1 Loop (LD7LP)

7AH Batteries (standard)

120 154 76 96 33 38 117 151 74 93 30 35 111 144 68 87 25 29 109 142 66 84 23 27

99 131 56 74 13 17

156 202 101 128 45 54 154 199 98 125 42 51 148 193 92 119 37 45 145 190 90 117 35 43 135 179 80 106 25 33

54 69 34 43 15 17 53 68 33 42 13 16 50 65 31 39 11 13 49 64 30 38 10 12 45 60 25 33 6 7

71 92 46 58 20 24 70 90 44 57 19 23 67 87 42 54 16 20 66 86 41 53 16 19 62 81 36 48 11 15

ZONE 2

(4 Hrs

Sunlight/day)

33AH Batteries (optional)

7AH Batteries (standard)

33AH Batteries (optional)

NOT AVAILABLE

ZONE 3

(2 Hrs

Sunlight/

day)

7AH Batteries (standard)

33AH Batteries (optional)

(to solar panels)

CONNECT BATTERIES

The batteries are charged in the circuit by the transformer or solar panel.

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

Turn OFF AC power to the operator at the circuit breaker.

Plug the battery connector to the J15 plug labeled BATT(-)(+) DC(-)(+) on the

control board. The control board will power up.

Turn ON AC power to the operator.

Battery Connector

J15 Plug

WIRING

CONNECT BATTERIES

The batteries are charged in the circuit by the transformer or solar panel.

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

7AH BATTERIES

Turn OFF AC power to the operator at the circuit breaker and unplug the

transformer.

Unplug the battery connector to the J15 plug labeled BATT(-)(+) DC(-)(+) on

the control board by squeezing the plug and pulling it from the control board.

CONNECT BATTERIES + ENGAGE THE OPERATOR

Battery Connector

J15 Plug

Connect a jumper between the positive (+) terminal of one battery to the

negative (-) terminal of the other battery.

Connect the red wire from the J15 plug labeled BATT (+) to the positive (+)

terminal of the battery.

Connect the black wire from the J15 plug labeled BATT (-) to the negative (-)

terminal of the battery.

Plug the J15 plug into the control board. The control board will power up.

Plug the transformer in.

Turn ON AC power.

33AH BATTERIES

33AH batteries can be used in place of the 7AH batteries for a Large Metal Control Box (XLM) solar application ONLY. A wall or column mount installation is recommended when using the 33AH batteries. A battery tray (model K10-36183) and battery harness (model K94-36596) are required for 33AH applications.

Red Wire

Jumper

Black Wire

ENGAGE THE OPERATOR

Turn the release lever clockwise 180°. This engages the motor.

Turn the key clockwise 180°. This locks the release lever.

The operator is now engaged.

OPEN limit

CLOSE limit

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

OFF

DEL

PRESS & RELEASE

TO BEG

MOVE GATE

INPU

P REL

TO BE

SETUP

GAT

LIMIT

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

OFF

BIP

DEL

PRESS & RELEASE

TO BE

MOVE GATE

INPU

P REL

TO BE

SETUP

GAT

LIMI

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

OFF

(SECOND

INPUT POWER

TIM

TO CL

PRESS & RELEASE

TO BEGIN

SETUP

GATE

LIMIT

ADJUSTMENT

LIMIT AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

• Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a moving gate.

• Too much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal system.

• NEVER increase force beyond minimum amount required to move gate.

INTRODUCTION

Your operator is designed with electronic controls to make travel limit and force adjustments easy. The adjustments allow you to program where the gate will stop in the open and close position. The electronic controls sense the amount of force required to open and close the gate. The force is adjusted automatically when you program the limits but should be fine tuned using the REVERSAL FORCE dial on the control board (refer to Fine Tune the Force section) to compensate for environmental changes.

The limits can be set using the control board (below) or a remote control (refer to Limit Setup with a Remote Control in the Additional Features section). Setting the limits with a remote control requires a 3-button remote control programmed to OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP.

NOTE: The Test Buttons on the control board will not work until the limits have been set.

LIMIT AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT

• NEVER use force adjustments to compensate for a binding or sticking gate.

• If one control (force or travel limits) is adjusted, the other control may also need adjustment.

• After ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be tested. Gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object.

LIMIT SETUP LEDS

SET OPEN LED

BLINKING BLINKING NORMAL MODE Limits are not set. OFF OFF NORMAL MODE Limits are set. BLINKING BLINKING LIMIT SETTING MODE Limits are not set. BLINKING ON LIMIT SETTING MODE Open limit is not set. ON BLINKING LIMIT SETTING MODE Close limit is not set. ON ON LIMIT SETTING MODE Limits are set.

SET CLOSE LED

OPERATOR MODE EXPLANATION

INITIAL LIMITS AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT

For dual gate applications the limits will have to be set for each operator. The gate MUST be attached to the operator before setting the limits and force.

Set the GATE switch to the 1 position.

Press and release the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons simultaneously to enter

limit setting mode.

Press and hold the MOVE GATE buttons to move the gate to the open or close

limit.

Press and release the SET CLOSE or SET OPEN button depending on which limit is

being set.

Press and hold the MOVE GATE button to move the gate to the other limit.

Press and release the SET CLOSE or SET OPEN button depending on which limit is

being set.

Cycle the gate open and close. This automatically sets the force.

When limits are set properly the operator will automatically exit limit setting mode. DUAL GATES: Set the GATE switch to the 2 position and repeat steps 2-7 for the

secondary gate.

BR RN WT YE LU ED

MOVE GATE

STATUS

SET OPEN

+ B TT

SET CLOSE

RL AS T

NPUT POWER

BAT CHARG NG

+ C OWER

BR RN WT E BLU ED

XMT ER

OPEN

NEWOR

S O )

BE N

5106

IMER

ATE MOVI G

J 5

IRE

STOP

B TT LOW

ACC PWR OVL

SOL R / CHARG R

EXT

DAGNOST C

CODES

S ADOW

C OSE E

INT RR

POWER

A CESSORY

ON SW

EXP

ROUND

OPEN limit

CLOSE limit

MIN

MAX

TT LOW

REVERSAL

FORCE

NETWORK

OPEN

STOP

TEST

BUTTONS

RSAL

TER

TWORK

ADJUSTMENT

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

FINE TUNE THE FORCE

The FORCE DIAL on the control board is used for fine tuning the force in cases where wind or environmental changes may affect the gate travel.

Based on the length and weight of the gate it may be necessary to make additional force adjustments. The force setting should be high enough that the gate will not reverse by itself nor cause nuisance interruptions, but low enough to prevent serious injury to a person. The force setting is the same for both the open and close gate directions.

Open and close the gate with the TEST BUTTONS.

If the gate stops or reverses before reaching the fully open or closed position,

increase the force by turning the force control slightly clockwise.

Perform the “Obstruction Test” after every force setting adjustment (see below).

ADJUST THE LIMITS

If the limits have already been set the operator will exit the limit setting mode after resetting each limit. Each limit is set separately by following steps 1-3 of the Initial Limit and Force Adjustment section.

LIMIT AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT + OBSTRUCTION TEST

SETC OSE

SETO EN

XM T R

OP N

NTW R

L S

CL S

SC ND )

MOVE GATE

STOP

500

MER

AT OW

BR G N WT YE B U R D

NUT OW R

STTUS

AT C ARG G

BTT

P WER

BR G N WT YE B U R D

AE MO I G

CC WR O L

L SE

EE /

S L R / C AR ER

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CES ORY

ON W

GR U D

D REET

AA M

ERASE LIMITS

To erase the limits, press and hold the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons

simultaneously (5 seconds) until both the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs blink rapidly and the operator beeps.

Release the buttons and the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs will blink slowly

indicating the limits will need to be set.

OBSTRUCTION TEST

The operator is equipped with an automatic obstruction sensing feature. If the gate encounters an obstruction during motion, the operator will automatically reverse direction of the gate for a short time and then stop the gate. After any adjustments are made, test the operator:

Open and close the gate with the TEST BUTTONS, ensuring that the gate is

stopping at the proper open and close limit positions.

Place a solid object between the open gate and a rigid structure. Ensure that the

gate, the solid object, and the rigid structure can withstand the forces generated during this obstruction test.

Run the gate in the close direction. The gate should stop and reverse upon

contact with the solid object. If the gate does not reverse off the solid object, reduce the force setting by turning the force control slightly counter-clockwise. The gate should have enough force to reach both the open and close limits, but MUST reverse after contact with a solid object.

Repeat the test for the open direction.

SETCLO E

SETOPEN

MOVE GATE

S ATUS

+ BTT

PUT OWER

AT CH RG NG

+ DC P WER

OPEN

OFF

E E O E N

IMT EUP

J 5

5106

FRE D PT

TOP

I ER

ATT OW

DA NOS I

COD S

ATE M V NG

OL R / HA GER

S A

CC PWR OV

CO E

NT RR

OWER

ACC SS RY

ON SW

E P

RO ND

LEARN

SAL

XMITTER

NETWORK

PROGRAMMING

LEARN

SAL

XMITTER

NETWORK

OPEN

STOP

TEST

BUTTONS

RSAL

TER

TWORK

REMOTE CONTROLS (NOT PROVIDED) + ERASE ALL CODES

REMOTE CONTROLS (NOT PROVIDED)

A total of 50 Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls and 2 keyless entries (1 PIN for each keyless entry) can be programmed to the operator. NOTE: When the memory is full

the operator will exit programming mode and the remote control/keyless entry will not be programmed. The memory will need to be erased before programming any additional remote controls/keyless entries. If installing an 86LM to extend the range of the remote controls DO NOT bend the antenna.

There are 3 different options for programming the remote control depending on how you would like the remote control to function. Choose a programming option:

OPTION DESCRIPTION PROGRAMMING STEPS

Single button as OPEN only Program a single button on the remote

control for open only. The Timer-to-Close can be set to close the gate.

Single button as OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP

Program one remote control button as an open, close, and stop.

1. Press and release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will light).

2. Press the OPEN button.

3. Press the remote control button that you would like to program.

1. Press and release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will light).

2. Press the remote control button that you would like to program.

BR GRN WT E LU R D

SETCLOSE

S T OP N

MOVE GATE

S ATUS

+ BTT

NP T POW R

BTT HAR I G

+ DC POW R

R GRN WT YE BU R D

OP N

EWO K

OFF

R E S O B I

LMT ST P

LOSE

STOP

51060

IM R

GTE M V NG

OL R / HA GER

E I

AT LOW

DAG OST

ODES

HA OW

CC PWR VL

LO E E ES

NT RR

LO K

OWER

ACCSS RY

ON SW

EXP

OA D

GR UND

D E ET

L RM

Three separate buttons as OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP

Program each remote control button as an open, close, and stop.

1. Press and release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will light).

2. Press the OPEN, CLOSE, or STOP button, depending on the desired function.

3. Press the remote control button that you would like to program.

The operator will automatically exit learn mode (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will go out) if programming is successful. To program additional Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls or remote control buttons, repeat the programming steps above.

ERASE ALL CODES

Press and release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED

will light).

Press and hold the LEARN button again until the green XMITTER LED goes out

(approximately 6 seconds). All remote control codes are now erased.

NOTICE: To comply with FCC and/or Industry Canada (IC) rules, adjustment or modifications of this transceiver are prohibited. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and IC RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

AVIS : Les règles de la FCC et/ou d’Industrie Canada (IC) interdisent tout ajustement ou toute modification de ce récepteur. IL N’EXISTE AUCUNE PIÈCE SUSCEPTIBLE D’ÊTRE ENTRETENUE PAR L’UTILISATEUR. Tout changement ou toute modification non expressément approuvé par la partie responsable de la conformité peut avoir pour résultat d'annuler l'autorité de l’utilisateur de faire fonctionner l’équipement. Cet appareil est conforme aux dispositions de la partie 15 du règlement de la FCC et de la norme IC RSS-210. Son utilisation est assujettie aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences nuisibles, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris une interférence pouvant causer un fonctionnement non souhaité. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

BR RN W YE BU R D

S T LO E

SETO EN

MTER

OP N

N WOK

COSE

LMT ST P

M VE

GTE

500

PU PO ER

TTUS

AT C A GNG

BTT

OWR

BR GN WT YE LU ED

DET

SOP

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SOA / CH R ER

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OPERATION

MANUAL RELEASE + RESET BUTTON + REMOTE CONTROL + PARTY MODE

MANUAL RELEASE

In case of a power failure, the operator can be disengaged from the gate. With an operator, the release action may sometimes feel stiff/jerky, which is normal and has no effect on function.

RELEASE

Insert the key into the lock.

Turn the key counter-clockwise 180°.

Turn the release lever counter-clockwise 180°.

Operator is in manual mode and the gate can be opened and closed manually.

ENGAGE

Turn the release lever clockwise 180°. This engages the motor.

Turn the key clockwise 180°. This locks the release lever.

Remove the key and store in a safe place.

The operator is now engaged.

RESET BUTTON

The reset button is located on the side of the control box and serves several functions. Pressing the reset button will stop a moving gate during a normal open/close cycle,

like a stop button. The operator does not need to be reset after doing this.

PROGRAMMING LIMITS RESET

If a mistake is made while programming the limits press the reset button to

start over.

OPERATOR ALARM

If a contact sensor detects an obstruction twice consecutively the alarm will sound

(up to 5 minutes) and the operator will need to be reset.

When the inherent force of the operator (RPM/current sensor) detects the

following (twice consecutively) the alarm will sound (up to 5 minutes) and the

operator will need to be reset: A. The operator arm or gate is incorrectly installed. B. The gate does not meet specifications. C. Gate hinges are too tight or broken and the gate is not moving freely. D. The gate is moving and a car pushes the gate. E. A foreign object is on the gate frame while the gate is moving. F. The gate hits the driveway, curb or other, and gets stuck or bent in an

awkward position.

Remove any obstructions. Press the reset button to shut off the alarm and reset

the operator. After the operator is reset, normal functions will resume. The operator alarm will beep 3 times with a command if the battery is low.

REMOTE CONTROL

Once the remote control has been programmed the operator will operate as follows: When gate is in the closed position, activation of the remote control button will open

the gate. During the open cycle another activation of the remote control will stop the gate and the next activation of the remote control will close the gate.

When the gate is in the open position, activation of the remote control button will close the gate. If the remote control is activated while the gate is closing, the gate will stop and the next activation will open the gate.

PARTY MODE

If the Timer-to-Close feature is enabled and you would like the gate to remain open, open the gate fully, then press the reset button. The next command given by a LiftMaster remote control or SINGLE BUTTON on the control board will close the gate and return the operator to normal operation.

NOTE: If an alternative radio receiver is wired to the operator, the receiver must be wired to the SINGLE BUTTON and CTRL PWR inputs.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE CHART + BATTERIES

MAINTENANCE CHART

Disconnect all power (AC, solar, battery) to the operator before servicing. The operator's AC Power switch ONLY turns off AC power to the control board and DOES NOT turn off battery power. ALWAYS disconnect the batteries to service the operator.

DESCRIPTION TASK CHECK AT LEAST ONCE EVERY

MONTH 6 MONTHS 3 YEARS

Entrapment Protection Devices Check and test for proper operation X Warning Signs Make sure they are present X Manual Release Check and test for proper operation X Gate Inspect for wear or damage X Accessories Check all for proper operation X Electrical Inspect all wire connections X Mounting Hardware Check for tightness X Operator Inspect for wear or damage X Batteries Replace X

NOTES:

• Severe or high cycle usage will require more frequent maintenance checks.

• It is suggested that while at the site voltage readings be taken at the operator. Using a digital voltmeter, verify that the incoming voltage to the operator it is within ten

percent of the operator’s rating.

BATTERIES

Batteries will degrade over time depending on temperature and usage. For best performance, the batteries should be replaced every 3 years. Use only LiftMaster part 29-NP712 for replacement batteries. The standard control box comes with two 7AH batteries.

Two 33AH (A12330SGLPK) may be used in place of the 7AH batteries for a Large Metal Control Box solar installation. A battery tray (model K10-36183) and battery harness (model K94-36596) are required for 33AH applications.

The batteries contain lead and need to be disposed of properly. Batteries do not perform well in extremely cold temperatures. The operator alarm will beep 3 times with a command if the battery is low.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

LIFTMASTER INTERNET GATEWAY

To program the operator to the LiftMaster Internet Gateway:

USING THE LEARN BUTTON ON THE OPERATOR’S CONTROL BOARD

Connect the ethernet cable to the LiftMaster Internet Gateway and the

router.

Connect power to the LiftMaster Internet Gateway.

Create an online account by visiting www.myliftmaster.com.

Use an internet enabled computer or smartphone to add devices. The

LiftMaster Internet Gateway will stay in learn mode for three minutes.

Press the Learn button twice on the primary operator (the operator will

beep as it enters learn mode). The LiftMaster Internet Gateway will pair to the operator if it is within range and the operator will beep if programming is successful.

USING THE RESET BUTTON ON THE OPERATOR

Connect the ethernet cable to the LiftMaster Internet Gateway and the

router.

Connect power to the LiftMaster Internet Gateway.

Create an online account by visiting www.myliftmaster.com.

Use an internet enabled computer or smartphone to add devices. The

LiftMaster Internet Gateway will stay in learn mode for three minutes.

Ensure gate is closed.

Give the operator an OPEN command.

Within 30 seconds, when the gate is at the open limit press and release the

reset button 3 times (on primary gate) to put primary operator into High Band Learn Mode (the operator will beep as it enters learn mode). The LiftMaster Internet Gateway will pair to the operator if it is within range and the operator will beep if programming is successful.

The status as shown by the LiftMaster Internet Gateway app will be either “open” or “closed”. The gate operator can then be controlled through the LiftMaster Internet Gateway app.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

CONTROL BOARD OVERVIEW

SET OPEN Button The SET OPEN button sets the OPEN limit. See Adjust Limits section. SET CLOSE Button The SET CLOSE button sets the CLOSE limit. See Adjust Limits section. MOVE GATE Button The MOVE GATE buttons will either open or close the gate when the operator is in Limit setting mode. See Adjust Limits section.

BIPART DELAY Switch

LEARN Button

TIMER-TO-CLOSE dial

REVERSAL FORCE dial

TEST BUTTONS

STATUS LEDs

The Bipart delay switch is used only for dual gates. See Bipart Delay section. The LEARN button is for programming remote controls and the network. The TIMER-TO-CLOSE (TTC) dial can be set to automatically close the gate after a specified time period. The TTC is factory set to OFF. If the

TTC is set to the OFF position, then the gate will remain open until the operator receives another command from a control. Rotate the TIMER-TO-CLOSE dial to the desired setting. The range is 0 to 180 seconds, 0 seconds is OFF.

NOTE: Any radio command, single button control, or CLOSE command on the control board prior to the TTC expiring will close the gate. The TTC is reset by any signals from the open controls, loops, close edges, and close photoelectric sensors (IR’s).

The REVERSAL FORCE dial adjusts the force. See Force Adjustment section. The TEST BUTTONS will operate the gate (OPEN, STOP and CLOSE). The STATUS LEDs are diagnostic codes for the operator. See Status LED Chart in the Troubleshooting section.

SET OPEN

MOVE GATE

STATUS:

+ BATT

SET CLOSE

PRESS & RELEASE

TO BEGIN

LIMIT SETUP

INPUT POWER

BATT CHARGING

J15

+ DC POWER

OFF

(SECONDS)

OFF

TIMER

GATE MOVING

XMITTER

MIN

BATT LOW

ACC PWR OVLD

NETWORK

MAX

180

DIAGNOSTIC

CODES

OPEN

STOP

“FIRE DEPT ”

OPEN

EXIT

SHADOW

EYES/

INTERRUPT

SBC

+ -

- +

SBC Com

Fire Dept Com

Exit Com Shadow Com Interrupt Com Open (+) Open (-) Close (+) Close (-)

C D

F G

Single Button Control Station

Fire Dept.

Exit Loop

Shadow Loop

Interrupt Loop

Open Direction Safety

Close Direction Safety

Comm Link Data A

Comm Link

Mag and

Solenoid Lock

Acc. Power

Switched ON with gate motion. Always ON with

expansion board connected. Switches Off to save battery power if expansion board disconnected.

Always ON

LOCK

POWER

ACCESSORY

N.C.

COM

N.O.

+ -

ON SW.

+ -

CLASS 2 SUPPLY 24 VOLTS

Comm Link Data B

Lock N.C. (Maglock) Com Lock N.O. (Solenoid)

Com (-) AccPower +24 Vdc Com (-)

AccPower +24 Vdc

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

SOLAR / CHARGER

ID RESET

ALARM

GROUND

EXP.

BOARD

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

ACCESSORY FEATURES ON CONTROL BOARD

B C

Single Button Control, SBC (2 terminals)

Fire Dept Open Input (2 terminals)

Exit Loop Input (2 terminals)

Shadow Loop Input (2 terminals)

CLOSE EYES/Interrupt Loop Input (2 terminals)

Close Edge (2 terminals)

Open Eyes/Edge (2 terminals)

Comm Link (2 terminals)

Lock Outputs: Maglock (2 terminals, N.C. and COM)

Solenoid Lock & Common (2 terminals, N.O. and COM)

Accessory Power Out Switched, (2 terminals)

Accessory Power Out Un-switched, (2 terminals)

Gate command sequence - Open, Stop, Close, Stop, ... Soft open (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition)

Acts as hard open. Maintained input overrides (ignores) external safeties (photoelectric sensor and edge), pauses Timer-to-Close momentary input logic as single button control and safeties remain active, re-enables Timer-to-Close.

Open command - opens a closed gate. Soft open (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition) If maintained, pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit. Opens a closing gate and holds open an open gate.

Loop detector connection when loop is positioned under gate.

- Holds open gate at open limit

- Disregarded at CLOSE limit and during gate motion

- Pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit CLOSE EYES/Interrupt Loop detector connection when loop is along the side of the gate.

- Holds open gate at open limit

- Stops and reverses a closing gate to open limit

- Pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit Close Direction Photoelectric Sensors, IR, or Infra-red detector wired to CLOSE EYES Input, disregarded during gate

opening. Pulsed Photoelectric Sensors = monitored device putting out a pulse train when unblocked. Photoelectric Sensors, IR, Infra-red detector, contact opens fully with obstruction.

Close Direction Edge Sensor to Close Safety Input, disregarded during gate opening

Open Direction Photoelectric Sensors, IR, Infra-red detector wired or Edge Sensor to Close Entrapments Input, disregarded during gate closing,

Pulsed Photoelectric Sensors = monitored device putting out a pulse train when unblocked. Photoelectric Sensors, IR, Infra-red detector, edge sensor = normally open contact, contact reverses for 2 seconds

with obstruction. Commercial Link (two wires) - connects two operators together (primary-secondary wired connection)

Relay contact output, Normally - closed (N.C.) output for maglocks Relay activates prior to motor activation and during motor run. Relay is off when motor is off.

Normally - open (N.O.) output for solenoid locks Relay activates prior to motor activation and during motor run. Relay is off when motor is off.

24 Vdc voltage out to power accessories, will turn off when gate is not in motion to save battery power Always on if Expansion Board is connected.

24 Vdc voltage out to power accessories, always ON

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

EXPANSION BOARD OVERVIEW

To AVOID damaging the circuit board, relays or accessories, DO NOT connect more than 42 Vdc (32 Vac) to the AUX relay contact terminal blocks.

QUICK CLOSE Switch

AC FAIL OPEN/BATT Switch

LOW BATT/EXIT LOOP FAIL Switch

ANTI-TAIL OPEN/CLOSE SELECTION switch

AUX RELAY switches

AUX RELAY

SETTING

Off (no feature

selected)

Open Limit

Switch

Close Limit

Switch

Gate Motion

Pre-Motion

Delay

Power

Tamper

Cycle Quantity

Feedback*

SWITCH

SETTINGS

123

OFF OFF OFF

OFF OFF ON

OFF ON OFF

OFF ON ON

ON OFF OFF

ON ON OFF

ON OFF ON

ON ON ON

OFF: No change to the gate's normal operation. ON: When CLOSE EYES/Interrupt loop is deactivated it causes an opening or a stopped gate to close (ignores the Timer-to-Close).

OPEN: Loss of AC power will cause gate to immediately OPEN and remain OPEN until AC power is restored (enabling the Timer-to-Close). BATT: With loss of AC power, gate will remain in present position and operator is powered from batteries.

• When AC power is OFF and battery voltage is low the gate will latch at a limit until AC power is restored or batteries voltage increases.

• Option select switch set to OPEN forces gate to latch at the OPEN limit if it is at the OPEN limit or on next open command until AC power is restored or battery voltage increases.

• Option select switch set to CLOSE forces gate to latch at CLOSE limit if at CLOSE limit or on next CLOSE command until AC power restored or battery voltage increases.

• Constant pressure on a hard command input overrides to open or close the gate.

• Low battery detect point = 22 V

• When set to OPEN, if the EXIT plug-in loop detector detects a fault, then the gate will open and remain open until fault is cleared. When set to CLOSE, then plug-in EXIT loop detector faults are ignored (EXIT loop is faulted and inoperative).

OFF: When CLOSE EYES/Interrupt loop is activated it causes a closing gate to stop and reverse. ON: When CLOSE EYES/Interrupt loop is activated it causes a closing gate to pause. Once the vehicle is clear the gate will continue to close.

Set the AUX RELAY switches as needed to obtain the desired function:

Relay always off. Use this Aux Relay setting to conserve

Energizes at open limit. Use with SAMS (Sequenced Access Management

Energizes when not at close limit. Connect “Gate Close/Secure” indicator

Energizes when motor is on (gate in motion). Connect “Gate In Motion”

Energizes 3 seconds before gate motion and remains energized during gate

motion. Connect “Gate In Motion” indicator (e.g. warning light or sounder). Energizes when AC power or solar power is present. There is approximately

a 10-12 second delay before relay cutoff, after AC shutdown.

Energizes if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close

The OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP LEDs will blink out the cycle count.

CYCLE COUNT

* First, note the current Aux Relay switch positions. To

determine the actual cycles that the gate operator has run (in thousands), set all three Aux Relay switches to the ON setting for Aux Relay 1. The Expansion Board’s OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP LEDs will blink out the cycle count, with OPEN LED blinking 1000’s, CLOSE LED blink 10,000’s, STOP LED blinking 100,000’s, and simultaneously all three LED’s blink 1,000,000’s (e.g. Open blinks 3 times, Close blinks 6 times, and Stop blinks once. Cycle count is 163,000.). Cycle count displayed is between 1,000 and 9,999,000 cycles. After servicing, set Aux Relay switches back to their appropriate positions. Cycle count cannot be reset or changed. If under 1,000 cycles the Open, Close, and Stop LEDs will turn on for 10 seconds, then turn off.

AUX RELAY 1 AUX RELAY 2

battery power.

System, jointly with barrier gate)

(e.g. light).

indicator (e.g. warning light or sounder).

limit. Connect alert (e.g. light or sounder).

See below.

Shadow Loop

Interrupt Loop

Exit Loop

Relay always off. Use this Aux Relay setting to conserve battery power.

Energizes when at open limit. Use with SAMS (Sequenced Access

Management System, jointly with barrier gate)

Energizes when not at close limit. Connect “Gate Not Closed/Secure”

indicator (e.g. light).

Energizes when motor is on (gate in motion). Connect “Gate In Motion”

indicator (e.g. warning light or sounder).

Not used.

Energizes when on battery power. There is approximately a 10-12

second delay before relay cutoff, after AC shutdown.

Energizes if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close

limit. Connect alert (e.g. light or sounder).

Not used.

Single

SBC Com Open

Stop

Com

AUX Relay 1 N.O.

AUX Relay 1 N.C.

AUX Relay 2 N.O.

Com

AUX Relay 2 N.C.

Com

D A

B C

Button Control Station

3-Button Control Station

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

ACCESSORY FEATURES ON EXPANSION BOARD

B C

Open Input (& common) (3-Button Control Station, 4 terminals total)

Close Input (& common) (3-Button Control Station,

Open command - opens a closed gate. Soft close (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition) If maintained, pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit. Opens a closing gate and holds open an open gate.

Close command - closes an open gate. Soft close (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition)

4 terminals total) Stop Input (& common)

(3-PB station, 4 terminals total)

Single Button Control, SBC (2 terminals)

Exit Loop Input (2 terminals)

Shadow Loop Input (2 terminals)

Interrupt Loop Input (2 terminals)

AUX Relay #1

AUX Relay #2

Stop command - stops a moving gate. Hard stop (maintained switch overrides Open and Close commands and resets alarm condition) If maintained, pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit. Overrides an Open or Close command.

Gate command sequence - Open, Stop, Close, Stop, ... Soft open (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition)

Loop wire connection for plug-in loop detector when loop is inside secured area near gate. Open command - opens a closed gate. Soft open (maintained switch does not override external safeties and does not reset alarm condition) If maintained, pauses Timer-to-Close at OPEN limit. Opens a closing gate and holds open an open gate.

Loop wire connection for plug-in loop detector when loop is along side gate.

- Holds open gate at open

- Disregarded at Close limit and during gate motion

- Pauses Timer-to-Close at Open Limit Loop wire connection for plug-in loop detector when loop is positioned under gate.

- Holds open gate at open

- Stops and reverses a closing gate

- Pauses Timer-to-Close at Open Limit Normally - open and normally - closed relay contacts to control external devices,

Function of relay contact activation determined by AUX Relay #1 option switch settings. (For connection of Class 2, low voltage (<32 V), DC or AC, max 5 Amps, power sources only)

Normally-open and normally-closed relay contacts to control external devices, Function of relay contact activation determined by AUX Relay #2 option switch settings. (For connection of Class 2, low voltage (<32 V), DC or AC, max 5 Amps, power sources only)

AUX RELAY WIRING EXAMPLE

N.C.

Aux Relay

COM N.O.

Class 2 Power Source (32 V max, 5 A max)

—

Warning Light

SAMS WIRING WITH RELAYS NOT ENERGIZED

Main Board

Dipswitch settings for AUX Relay 1: 1-OFF, 2-OFF, 3-ON

SETCLOSE

SETOP N

R E S

LMT ST P

MOVE GATE

NP T POW R

S ATUS

BTT HA GI G

J15

+ DC

BTT

POWR

R RN WT E LU R D

Expansion Board

XM T R

O F

506

MER

AE M

SOAR / CH RG R

ID ES T

Exit Input

OWER

CCSS RY

ON SW

B ARD

GR UND

LA M

Barrier Arm Operator

Auxiliary Command

Access Device

Shadow Input

AUX Relay 1

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES

The following are example setups for the gate operator. Your specific site requirements may be different. Always setup the operator system to the site requirements, including all necessary secondary entrapment protection systems.

RESIDENTIAL SMALL

RESIDENTIAL LARGE: A residential community (more than four homes) having one or more gated entrances/exits, allowing vehicle access trumps security concerns COMMERCIAL: Business site where security (gate closed) is important INDUSTRIAL: Large business site where security is required

: One to four residential homes sharing a gated entrance/exit, allowing vehicle access trumps security concerns

Setting

Quick Close switch setting

AC Fail Open switch setting

Low Battery switch setting

Anti-Tail switch setting

Bipart Delay switch setting

Aux Relay Out – Open Limit Switch

Aux Relay Out – Close Limit Switch

Aux Relay Out – Gate Motion

Aux Relay Out – PreMotion Delay

Aux Relay Out – Power

Aux Relay Out – Tamper

Cycle Quantity Feedback

Fire Dept Open input

RESIDENTIAL SMALL RESIDENTIAL LARGE COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

Normally set to OFF. Normal gate close (timer or control).

Normally set to BATT. Run on battery if AC power fails.

Normally set to OPEN. If powered from battery and battery is low, gate stays open.

Normally set to OFF. Interrupt loop reverses a closing gate.

For DUAL-GATE site, set to ON for gate that delays upon opening

Typically not required. Use with SAMS (Sequence Access

Typically not required. Typically not required. Connect “Gate Close/Secure”

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system)

Attach visual alert to know when system is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to indicate if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit

Use during servicing only to determine operator cycles

Typically not required. Connect emergency access system

Normally set to OFF. Normal gate close (timer or control).

Normally set to BATT. For local jurisdiction requirement, set to OPEN so that gate immediately opens upon AC power fail.

Normally set to OPEN. If powered from battery and battery is low, gate stays open.

Normally set to OFF. Interrupt loop reverses a closing gate.

For DUAL-GATE site, set to ON for gate that delays upon opening

Management System)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system)

Attach visual alert to know when system is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to indicate if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit

Use during servicing only to determine operator cycles

(Knox box switch, SOS system, etc.)

Normally set to OFF. Normal gate close (timer or control).

Normally set to BATT. Run on battery if AC power fails.

Normally set to CLOSE. If powered from battery and battery is low, gate stays close.

Set to ON. In attempt to prevent vehicle tail-gating, interrupt loop pauses a closing gate.

For DUAL-GATE site, set to ON for gate that delays upon opening

1) Use with SAMS (Sequence Access Management System)

2) Connect “Gate Open” indicator (e.g. light)

indicator (e.g. light) Attach alert signal (audible or

visual alert system) Attach alert signal (audible or

visual alert system) Attach visual alert to know when

system is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to indicate if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit

Use during servicing only to determine operator cycles

Typically not required. Typically not required.

Set to ON, so that gate closes immediately after vehicle passes interrupt loop.

Normally set to BATT. Run on battery if AC power fails.

Normally set to CLOSE. If powered from battery and battery is low, gate stays close.

Set to ON. In attempt to prevent vehicle tail-gating, interrupt loop pauses a closing gate.

For DUAL-GATE site, set to ON for gate that delays upon opening

1) Use with SAMS (Sequence Access Management System)

2) Connect “Gate Open” indicator (e.g. light)

Connect “Gate Close/Secure” indicator (e.g. light)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system)

Attach visual alert to know when system is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries)

Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to indicate if gate is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit

Use during servicing only to determine operator cycles

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

LIMIT SETUP WITH A REMOTE CONTROL

To set the limits using a remote control, first you will need a 3-button remote control that has been programmed for OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP. Refer to the Programming section.

INITIAL LIMITS AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT

For dual gate applications the limits will have to be set for each operator. The gate MUST be attached to the operator before setting the limits and force.

Ensure the gate is closed.

Press and release the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons simultaneously to enter

limit setting mode.

Press and hold the OPEN or CLOSE button on the remote control until the gate

reaches the desired open position. The gate can be jogged back and forth using the OPEN and CLOSE buttons on the remote control.

Once the gate is in the desired open position, press and release the STOP button

on the remote control.

Press and release the OPEN button on the remote control again to set the open

limit.

3-Button Remote Control programmed for OPEN, CLOSE, and STOP

BR GRN WT E B U ED

SETCLOSE

SETOPEN

MO E G TE

STATUS

+ A T

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+ DC POW R

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LMT

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TM R

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Press and hold the CLOSE or OPEN button on the remote control until the gate

reaches the desired close position. The gate can be jogged back and forth using the OPEN and CLOSE buttons on the remote control.

Once the gate is in the desired close position, press and release the STOP button

on the remote control.

Press and release the CLOSE button on the remote control again to set the close

limit.

Cycle the gate open and close. This automatically sets the force.

When limits are set properly the operator will automatically exit limit setting mode.

ADJUST THE LIMITS

If the limits have already been set the operator will exit the limit setting mode after resetting each limit.

Set the Close Limit Only

Press and release the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons simultaneously to enter

limit setting mode.

Press and hold the CLOSE button on the remote control until the gate reaches

the desired close position. The gate can be jogged back and forth using the OPEN and CLOSE buttons on the remote control.

Set the Open Limit Only

Press and release the SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons simultaneously to enter

limit setting mode.

Press and hold the OPEN button on the remote control until the gate reaches the

desired open position. The gate can be jogged back and forth using the OPEN and CLOSE buttons on the remote control.

Once the gate is in the desired close position, press and release the STOP button

on the remote control.

Press and release the CLOSE button on the remote control again to set the close

limit.

When the close limit is set properly the operator will automatically exit limit setting mode.

Once the gate is in the desired open position, press and release the STOP button

on the remote control.

Press and release the OPEN button on the remote control again to set the open

limit.

When the open limit is set properly the operator will automatically exit limit setting mode.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CONTROL BOARD LEDS

The control board is equipped with many LEDs that have a variety of functions. The control board LEDs indicate the status of the operator, assist with programming, and diagnose potential problems with the operator.

NOTE: When cycling or disconnecting power (ac/dc) to the control board, it is recommended that you unplug the J15 and Solar/Charger plug.

STATUS LEDS

LIMIT SETUP LEDS

+ BATT

SET CLOSE

INPUT POWER

BATT CHARGING

+ DC POWER

SET OPEN

MOVE GATE

STATUS:

PRESS & RELEASE

TO BEGIN

LIMIT SETUP

J15

GREEN XMITTER LED

OFF

(SECONDS)

OFF

TIMER

GATE MOVING

180

MIN

BATT LOW

ACC PWR OVLD

XMITTER

NETWORK

MAX

DIAGNOSTIC

CODES

DIAGNOSTIC CODES LEDS

OPEN

SBC

STOP

“FIRE DEPT ”

OPEN

EXIT

SHADOW

EYES/

INTERRUPT

LOCK

ACCESSORY

+ -

- +

N.C.

COM

N.O.

+ -

POWER

ON SW.

+ -

CLASS 2 SUPPLY 24 VOLTS

INPUT LEDS

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

LIMIT SETUP LEDS

SET OPEN LED

SET CLOSE LED

OPERATOR MODE EXPLANATION

EXP.

BOARD

SOLAR / CHARGER

ID RESET

GROUND

ALARM

GREEN XMITTER LED

XMITTER LED EXPLANATION

OFF No remote control activity, normal operation. ON Programming mode active. FAST FASTER Unrecognized remote control signal. FASTEST Remote controls are being erased.

Recognized remote control signal.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CONTROL BOARD LEDS

DIAGNOSTIC CODES LEDS

YELLOW DIAGNOSTIC LED

# BLINKS MEANING CORRECTION

1 BLINK Low Power Mode (not an error) 2 BLINKS ID resistor failure Check ID resistor wiring, clear limit settings and

3 BLINKS Exceeded Maximum

Run Timer

4 BLINKS Gate 1 disengaged Verify the release handle is engaged and

5 BLINKS Gate 1 RPM

(obstruction)

6 BLINKS Gate 1 current

(obstruction)

7 BLINKS Gate 1 position failure Check gate travel, clear limit settings and reset

8 BLINKS Gate 2 disengaged Verify the release handle is engaged and

9 BLINKS Gate 2 RPM

(obstruction)

10 BLINKS Gate 2 current

(obstruction)

11 BLINKS Gate 2 position failure Check gate travel, clear limit settings and reset

12 BLINKS Loop Error One of the loops is in error. Refer to the loop

reset limits Check gate travel, if necessary adjust force

setting

locked Check for obstruction, if necessary adjust force

setting Check for obstruction, if necessary adjust force

setting

limits

locked Check for obstruction, if necessary adjust force

setting Check for obstruction, if necessary adjust force

setting

limits

detector to determine the error.

INPUT LEDS

OPEN INPUT OFF Input inactive

ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator

CLOSE INPUT OFF Input inactive

ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator

STOP INPUT OFF Input inactive

ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator

FIRE DEPT INPUT

SBC INPUT OFF Input inactive

OPEN SAFETY INPUT

CLOSE SAFETY INPUT

OFF Input inactive ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator

ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator OFF Input inactive ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator OFF Input inactive ON Input active BLINK Input active on other operator

RED DIAGNOSTIC LED

BEFORE replacing the control board cycle the power first. If the problem persists, then proceed with the appropriate correction.

# BLINKS MEANING CORRECTION

2 BLINKS Current Sense Motor control circuit fault, replace control

3 BLINKS FET Failure Motor control circuit fault, replace control

4 BLINKS RAM Failure Memory failure, replace control board 5 BLINKS Flash Memory Failure Memory failure, replace control board 6 BLINKS EEPROM Failure Memory failure, replace control board 7 BLINKS Watchdog Failure Controller failure, replace control board 8 BLINKS Brownout* Check power harness or line voltage 9 BLINKS Fail Control Board failure 10-14 BLINKS Software Failure Cycle power to the control board. If

* NOTE: After a brownout there is some delay before the system comes up. During this delay the Amber LED will flash rapidly.

board

continues replace control board.

STATUS LEDS

INPUT POWER OFF OFF state

ON AC charger or Solar power available

BATT CHARGING

TIMER OFF The timer is disabled

GATE MOVING OFF The gate is stopped

BATT LOW OFF No battery error

ACC PWR OVLD OFF OFF state

OFF Not charging ON Trickle charge FAST BLINK High current charge FASTER BLINK Over voltage error

ON The timer is enabled MEDIUM BLINK The timer is running FAST BLINK The timer is paused FASTER BLINK The timer is cancelled

ON The gate is opening or closing FASTEST BLINK The operator is in E2

ON Battery low error SLOW BLINK Battery dead error MEDIUM BLINK Battery over current error FAST BLINK Battery over voltage error FASTER BLINK Extreme temperature error FASTEST BLINK Battery disconnected error

ON Accessory overload protector opened

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS

Operator does not run and diagnostic LED not on.

Control board powers up, but motor does not run.

Relay clicks with command, but motor does not turn on.

Arm moves, but cannot set correct limits.

Gate does not fully open or fully close when setting limits.

Operator does not respond to a wired control/command (example: Open, Close, SBC, etc.)

Operator does not respond to a wireless control or transmitter

a) No power to control board b) Open fuse c) If on battery power only, low or dead batteries d) Defective control board

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Reset button is stuck c) Stop button active d) If on battery power only, low or dead batteries e) Open or Close input active f) Entrapment Protection Device active g) Vehicle loop detector or probe active h) Defective control board

a) Arm jammed or not connected b) Defective motor or motor wires c) Defective control board

a) Arm does not extend or retract enough during

travel b) Arm is interfering with mounting bracket c) Gate is too difficult to move

a) Arm does not extend or retract enough during

travel b) Arm is interfering with mounting bracket c) Gate is too difficult to move

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Check Open and Close command input LEDs c) Stop button is active d) Reset button is stuck e) If on battery power only, low or dead batteries f) Entrapment Protection Device active g) Vehicle loop detector or vehicle probe active h) Defective control board

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Check XMITTER LED when wireless control is

active c) Stop button is active d) Reset button is stuck e) Poor radio reception f) Defective control board

a) Check AC and battery power b) Check fuses c) Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace batteries d) Replace defective control board

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Check Reset button c) Check Stop button is not “stuck on” d) Charges batteries by AC or solar power or replace batteries e) Check all Open and Close inputs for a “stuck on” input f) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for a “stuck on” sensor g) Check all vehicle detector inputs for a “stuck on” detector h) Replace defective control board

a) Disengage the arm and ensure arm moves freely

Inspect motor wires for open wire, shorted wires, damage, etc. Else, replace arm.

b) c) Replace defective control board.

a) Disengage the arm and ensure arm moves freely b) Examine the hinge point where the arm mounts to the gate post. Make sure that the arm

housing does not hit or interfere with the gate post or mounting bracket. Correct as necessary.

c) Disconnect arm from gate and move gate manually. Gate must move easily and freely

through its entire range, limit-to-limit. Repair gate as needed.

a) Disengage the arm and ensure arm moves freely b) Examine the hinge point where the arm mounts to the gate post. Make sure that the arm

housing does not hit or interfere with the gate post or mounting bracket. Correct as necessary.

c) Remove arm from gate and move gate manually. Gate must move easily and freely

through its entire range, limit-to-limit. Repair gate as needed.

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Check all Open and Close inputs for a “stuck on” input c) Check Stop button is not “stuck on” d) Check Reset button e) Charges batteries by AC or solar power or replace batteries f) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for a “stuck on” sensor g) Check all vehicle detector inputs for a “stuck on” detector h) Replace defective control board

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Activate wireless control and check XMITTER LED is on. Re-learn wireless control/

transmitter to control board. Replace wireless control as needed. c) Check Stop button is not “stuck on” d) Check Reset button e) Check if similar wired control operates correctly. Check if wireless controls works properly

when within a few feet of operator. Check operator’s antenna and antenna wire. Check

other wireless controls or devices. f) Replace defective control board

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS

Gate stops during travel and reverses immediately.

Gate opens, but will not close.

Gate closes, but will not open.

Gate does not close from Timer-to-Close.

Vehicle Exit loop activation does not cause gate to open.

Vehicle Interrupt loop does not cause gate to stop and reverse.

Vehicle Shadow loop does not keep gate at open limit.

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Inherent force obstruction detection

E xternal Entrapment Protection Device

activation d) Control (Open, Close) becoming active e) Vehicle loop detector active f) Low battery voltage

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Open control active c) Close Entrapment Protection Device active d) Vehicle loop detector active e) Loss of AC power with AC FAIL set to OPEN f) Low battery with LOW BATT set to OPEN g) Fire Dept input active

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Open Entrapment Protection Device active c) Vehicle loop detector active d) Low battery with LOW BATT switch set to close e) Low battery with LOW BATT option set to

a) Timer-to-Close not set b) Open control active c) Close Entrapment Protection Device active d) Vehicle loop detector active e) Loss of AC power with AC FAIL set to OPEN f) Low battery with LOW BATT option set to OPEN g) Fire Dept input active

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Exit vehicle detector setup incorrectly c) Defective Exit loop detector or loop wire d)

Low battery with LOW BATT option set to

a) Check DIAGNOSTIC LEDs b) Vehicle detector setup incorrectly c) Defective vehicle loop detector or loop wire

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Check for obstruction in gate’s path or travel. Remove arm from gate and move gate

manually. Gate must move easily and freely through its entire range, limit-to-limit.

Remove obstruction or repair gate as needed. c) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for an active sensor d) Check all Open and Close inputs for an active input e) Check all vehicle detector inputs for an active detector f) Battery voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or

replace batteries a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue

b) Check all Open inputs for an active input c) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for an active sensor d) Check all vehicle detector inputs for an active detector e) Check AC power and AC Fail option setting f) Battery voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or

replace batteries g) Check Fire Dept input

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for an active sensor c) Check all vehicle detector inputs for an active detector d) Battery voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher e) Check if AC power is available. If no AC power, then running on batteries and battery

voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace

batteries a) Check Timer-to-Close (TTC) setting

b) Check all Open inputs for an active input c) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for an active sensor d) Check all vehicle detector inputs for an active detector e) Check AC power and AC Fail option setting f) Check if AC power is available. If no AC power, then running on batteries and battery

voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace

batteries. g) Check Fire Dept input

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Review Exit loop detector settings. Adjust settings as needed. c) Check Exit loop wire. Replace defective Exit loop detector. d) Check if AC power is available. If no AC power, then running on batteries and battery

voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace

batteries. a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue

b) Review Interrupt loop detector settings. Adjust settings as needed c) Check Interrupt loop wire. Replace defective Interrupt loop detector

a) Use Diagnostic code to identify issue b) Review Shadow loop detector settings. Adjust settings as needed c) Check Shadow loop wire. Replace defective Shadow loop detector

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS

Obstruction in gates path does not cause gate to stop and reverse

Photoelectric sensor does not stop or reverse gate.

Edge Sensor does not stop or reverse gate.

Alarm sounds for 5 minutes or alarm sounds with a command.

Alarm beeps three times with a command.

On dual-gate system, one gate is not commanding the other.

On dual-gate system, incorrect gate opens first or closes first.

Alarm beeps when running.

a) Force setting too high a) Adjust force setting. Retest that obstruction in gate’s path causes gate to stop and reverse

direction.

a) Incorrect photoelectric sensor wiring b) Defective photoelectric sensor

a) Incorrect edge sensor wiring b) Defective edge sensor

a) Double entrapment occurred a) Check for cause of entrapment (obstruction) detection and correct. Press the reset button

a) Low battery a) Check if AC power is available. If no AC power, then running on batteries and battery

a) Defective or incorrect Operator-to-Operator

wiring

b) Incorrect Operator-to-Operator wireless

learning

a) Incorrect Bipart switch setting a) Change setting of both operator’s Bipart switch settings. One operator should have Bipart

Check photoelectric sensor wiring. Retest that obstructing photoelectric sensor causes

moving gate to stop, and may reverse direction. b) Replace defective photoelectric sensor. Retest that obstructing photoelectric sensor causes

moving gate to stop, and may reverse direction. a) Check edge sensor wiring. Retest that activating edge sensor causes moving gate to stop

and reverse direction. b) Replace defective edge sensor. Retest that activating edge sensor causes moving gate to

stop and reverse direction.

to shut off alarm and reset the operator.

voltage must be 22.0 Vdc or higher. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace

batteries a) Check operator-to-operator wiring.

b) Relearn the wireless network of one operator to the other operator.

switch ON (operator that opens first) and the other operator should have Bipart switch

OFF (operator that opens second)

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Expansion board function not controlling gate.

Maglock not working correctly.

Solenoid lock not working correctly.

Switched (SW) Accessory power remaining on.

Accessories connected to Switch (SW) Accessory power not working correctly, turning off, or resetting.

a) Defective main board to expansion board

wiring b) Incorrect input wiring to expansion board c) Defective expansion board or defective main

board a) Maglock wired incorrectly a) Check that Maglock is wired to N.O. and COM terminals. Check that Maglock has power

a) Solenoid wired incorrectly a) Check that Solenoid is wired to N.C. and COM terminals. Check that Solenoid has power

a) Main control board is not going to low power

mode.

a) Main control board is going to low power

mode.

a) Check main board to expansion board wiring. If required, replace wire cable. b) Check wiring to all inputs on expansion board. c) Replace defective expansion board or defective main board

(do not power maglock from control board accessory power terminals). If shorting lock’s NO and COM wires does not activate Maglock, then replace Maglock or Maglock wiring

(do not power solenoid from control board accessory power terminals). If shorting lock’s NC and COM wires does not activate Solenoid, then replace Solenoid lock or Solenoid wiring

a) Photoelectric sensor inputs may be active.

a) With expansion board disconnected and running on batteries (no AC power or solar

power available), main board will go into low power mode. Move accessory power to Accy Power ON terminals (+, -). Connect expansion board to prevent low power mode.

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS

Accessories connected to Accessory power not working correctly, turning off, or resetting.

Quick Close not working correctly.

Anti-Tailgating not working correctly.

AUX Relay not working correctly.

a) Accessory power protector active b) Defective control board

a) Quick Close setting incorrect b) Interrupt loop detector or loop wire defective c) Defective Expansion board

a) Anti-Tail setting incorrect b) Interrupt loop detector or loop wire defective c) Defective Expansion board

a) AUX Relay setting incorrect b) AUX Relay wiring incorrect c) Defective Expansion board

a) Disconnect all accessory powered devices and measure accessory power voltage (should

be 23 – 30 Vdc). If voltage is correct, connect accessories one at a time, measuring accessory voltage after every new connection.

b) Replace defective control board

a) Check that Quick Close setting is ON b) Check operation of Interrupt Loop detector c) Replace defective Expansion board

a) Check that Anti-Tail setting is ON b) Check operation of Interrupt Loop detector c) Replace defective Expansion board

a) Check AUX Relay switches settings b) Check that wiring is connected to either N.O. and COM or to N.C. and COM. c) Set AUX Relay to another setting and test. Replace defective expansion board.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Attach to Outlet

Metal Chassis

With a Single Screw

SET OPEN

SET CLOSE

MOVE

GATE

OFF

180

MIN

MAX

(SECONDS

OFF

OPEN

STOP

NPUT POWER

BATT CHARGNG

T MER

GATE MOVNG

BATT LOW

ACC PWR OVLD

D AGNOSTC

CODES

STATUS:

SBC

“F RE

DEPT”

OPEN

EX T

SHADOW

EYES/

NTERRUPT

LOCK

COM

ACCESSORY

POWER

ON SW

EXP

BOARD

XMTTER

NETWORK

PRESS &

RELEASE

TO BEGN

SETUP

CLA S 2 SU PLY

24 VOTS

LM T

+ -

SOLAR /

CHARGER

Photoelectric Sensors

Edge

J15

Field Wiring

EXPANSION BOARD

Yellow

Blue

Black

Red

+ -

BATT

- +DCPOWER

D RESET

ALARM

Piezo Alarm

White

Wh te

Purple

Reset Switch

Red

Black

GROUND

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

Loop Detector

Field Wiring

Wire Loop

Field Wiring

N.C.

Brown

Purple

Transformer 200 VA

Bridge Rectier

Wire Nut

Gray

Blue

12V 7AH Battery

Black

Red

12V 7AH Battery

To J15

Primary Operator

Secondary Operator

Black

Red

Yellow

White

Red

Orange

Two 12V Solar Panels

in Series

Black

Red

GND

Input Power Connection

EMI FILTER/SURGE PROTECTION BOARD

Switch/5A Breaker

Tranformer Run Kit (Optional)

Accessory Power

Outlets

Attach to Metal Chassis

Black

Red

White

Ground

Transformer

Black

Red

Connect Outlets

to Transformer

Kit (If Used)

LOCK

N O

COM

N C

Maglock

(Optional)

(not provided)

LOCK

N O

COM

N C

Solenoid Lock

(Optional)

(not provided)

GROUND

Attach to Outlet Metal Chassis

With a Single Screw

Antenna

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

To protect against fire and electrocution:

• DISCONNECT power and battery BEFORE installing or servicing operator.

For continued protection against fire:

• Replace ONLY with fuse of same type and rating.

(+)

(-)

(+)

(-)

WIRING DIAGRAMS

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

Field Wiring

To protect against fire and electrocution:

• DISCONNECT power and battery BEFORE installing or servicing operator.

For continued protection against fire:

• Replace ONLY with fuse of same type and rating.

Antenna

SBC

OPEN

XMTTER

NETWORK

OFF

SET CLOSE

SET OPEN

Coaxial Antenna Cable

“F RE

DEPT”

(SECONDS

LM T

O BEGN

PRESS &

SETUP

RELEASE

Photoelectric Sensors

EX T

OPEN

STOP

D AGNOSTC

MAX

BATT LOW

MIN

180

T MER

OFF

NPUT POWER

MOVE

GATE

STATUS:

CODES

Edge

(-)

SHADOW

ACC PWR OVLD

GATE MOVNG

BATT CHARGNG

Field Wiring

(+)

EYES/

NTERRUPT

Edge

Photoelectric Sensors

(+)

(-)

N.C.

EXPANSION BOARD

Yellow

Blue

Black

Red

SOLAR /

GROUND

+ -

CHARGER

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

Loop Detector

ALARM

D RESET

Purple

Piezo Alarm

Red

Black

White

Black

Red

BOARD

COM

LOCK

J15

- +DCPOWER

+ -

EXP

CLA S 2 SU PLY

24 VOTS

ON SW

POWER

ACCESSORY

BATT

Wire Loop

Reset Switch

Field Wiring

Secondary Operator

BR GRN WT YE BLU RED

Primary Operator

Two 12V Solar Panels

in Series

To J15

Black

Red

Black

Bridge Rectier

Maglock

(Optional)

Red

COM

N C

N O

LOCK

(not provided)

Black

Transformer

Red

Yellow

Gray

White

Blue

Brown

Red

Orange

Transformer 200 VA

Purple

Black

12V 7AH Battery

Solenoid Lock

(Optional)

12V 7AH Battery

Connect Outlets

to Transformer

Kit (If Used)

Wire Nut

White

Ground

Outlets

Black

Red

Switch/5A Breaker

EMI FILTER/SURGE PROTECTION BOARD

GND

Input Power Connection

Accessory Power

GND

Input Power Connection

Tranformer Run Kit (Optional)

COM

N C

N O

LOCK

(not provided)

Attach to Metal Chassis

ACCESSORIES

ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES

PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS (NON-CONTACT)

The photoelectric sensors are designed to detect an obstacle in the path of the electronic beam and stop the operator. Includes mounting brackets.

Models AOMRON E3K-R10K4-NR (retro-reflective), RETROAB 60-2728 (retro-reflective), CPS-UN4 (through beam)

SENSING EDGE (2-WIRE, NON-MONITORED, CONTACT)

Sensing edges can detect an obstacle upon contact and stop the operator.

Models G65MG0204, G65MG0205, G65MGR205, and G65MGS205

SENSING EDGE CHANNEL

Mounting channel for all MG020 type edges. Model G65ME120C5

REMOTE CONTROLS

Chamberlain offers a variety of LiftMaster remote controls to satisfy your application needs. Single-button to 4-button, visor or key chain. The following remote controls are compatible with operators manufactured by Chamberlain after 1993. Contact your authorized LiftMaster dealer for additional details and options.

3-BUTTON REMOTE CONTROL

The 3-button remote control can be programmed to control the operator. Includes visor clip.

Model 893MAX

3-BUTTON MINI-REMOTE CONTROL

The 3-button remote control can be programmed to control the operator. Includes key ring and fastening strip.

Model 890MAX

KEYLESS ENTRY

Enables homeowner to operate gate operator from outside by entering a 4-digit code on a specially designed keypad.

Model 877MAX

MISCELLANEOUS

REMOTE ANTENNA EXTENSION KIT

The remote antenna extension kit allows the antenna to be remotely installed.

Model 86LM

MISCELLANEOUS

PLUG-IN LOOP DETECTOR

Low power. Conveniently plugs into existing control board. Model LOOPDETLM

LOOP DETECTOR

Low power loop detectors mounted and wired separately inside control box.

Model LD7LP

VEHICLE SENSING PROBE

The vehicle sensing probe is buried in the ground and can detect a car as it approaches and will then open the gate.

Model CP3

SOLAR PANEL KIT - 10 WATT

This kit is to replace or add a solar panel to the operator application. Up to four solar panels can be connected to the operator.

Model SOLPNL10W12V (requires 2 minimum)

BATTERY FOR GATE ACCESS SYSTEMS

Gate access system batteries replace or upgrade the gate operator batteries.

Model 29-NP712 (standard 7 AMP-Hour Battery, 12 Vdc, to replace original batteries provided with operator, reuse existing harnesses)

Model A12330SGLPK (upgrade 33 AMP-Hour Battery, 12 Vdc, includes 33AH harness. Ideal for solar applications and extended

battery backup). For use with Large Metal Control Box ONLY.

A battery tray (model K10-36183) and battery harness (model K94-36596) are required for 33AH applications.

Two identical 12 Vdc batteries are required for each gate operator. Do not mix 7AH and 33AH batteries within a gate

operator.

SOLENOID GATE LOCK

The automatic gate lock is a solenoid-driven lock that automatically unlocks when the gate is open and locks when the gate is closed. Can be mounted onto a gate or post. Can be released in case of emergency.

Model GC824-12 (12/24 Vac/dc)

WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL RECEIVER

Access control receiver for up to 450 remote controls. Model STAR450-315

MAGNETIC GATE LOCK

Outdoor magnetic lock, transformer, junction box, mounting plate and hardware. Not for use with Solar Applications. Must be powered separately.

Model MG1300 (12/24 Vdc)

TRANSFORMER RUN KIT (OPTIONAL)

Model LA500HDTKITSTD (for Standard Control Box) Model LA500HDTKITXLM (for Large Metal Control Box)

REPAIR PARTS

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 K74-34582-1 Standard Plastic Control Box Only 2 K76-36296-1 Outlet 3 K75-36635 Control Board Bracket 4 K1D7545CC Control Board Assembly 5 K1D6686CC Expansion Board 6 K94-36411 Piezo Alarm 7 K94-36408-1 Reset Switch with ID Resistor 8 K74-36596 Batteries (2) with jumper 9 APOW3 Transformer 10 29-NP712 Single Battery NOT SHOWN K77-36541 Antenna

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

NOT SHOWN

K74-34696-3 Large Metal Control Box (XLM) Only K76-34771 Outlet K94-36596 Battery Harness

GATE OPERATOR ARM

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

11 LA500 Primary Arm 12 KSWG-0623 Rear Connector with Pin 13 41ASWG-0119 Release Keys 14 Q230 Steel Bracket Mounting Plates 15 Q232 Bottom Washer and Nut 16 K94-36591 Junction Box with Cable

NOT SHOWN

K77-36389 Hardware Bag

WARRANTY

LIFTMASTER 3 YEAR RESIDENTIAL / 2 YEAR COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY

The Chamberlain Group, Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to the first purchaser of this product, for the structure in which this product is originally installed, that it is free from defect in materials and/or workmanship for a period of 3 year residential/ 2 year commercial from the date of purchase [and that the LA500™ and LA500CONT™ are free from defect in materials and/or workmanship for a period of 3 year residential/ 2 year commercial from the date of purchase]. The proper operation of this product is dependent on your compliance with the instructions regarding installation, operation, maintenance and testing. Failure to comply strictly with those instructions will void this limited warranty in its entirety.

If, during the limited warranty period, this product appears to contain a defect covered by this limited warranty, call 1-800-528-2806, toll free, before dismantling this product. Then send this product, pre-paid and insured, to our service center for warranty repair. You will be advised of shipping instructions when you call. Please include a brief description of the problem and a dated proof-of-purchase receipt with any product returned for warranty repair. Products returned to Seller for warranty repair, which upon receipt by Seller are confirmed to be defective and covered by this limited warranty, will be repaired or replaced (at Seller’s sole option) at no cost to you and returned pre-paid. Defective parts will be repaired or replaced with new or factory-rebuilt parts at Seller’s sole option.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 3 YEAR RESIDENTIAL/ 2 YEAR COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE [EXCEPT THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE LA500™ AND LA500CONT™, WHICH ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 3 YEAR RESIDENTIAL/ 2 YEAR COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD FOR THE LA500™ AND LA500CONT™], AND NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES WILL EXIST OR APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NON-DEFECT DAMAGE, DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR CARE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ABUSE, MISUSE, FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE AND NECESSARY MAINTENANCE, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ANY ALTERATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT), LABOR CHARGES FOR REINSTALLING A REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNIT, OR REPLACEMENT OF BATTERIES.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY PROBLEMS WITH, OR RELATING TO, THE GATE OR GATE HARDWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE GATE SPRINGS, GATE ROLLERS, GATE ALIGNMENT OR HINGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ALSO DOES NOT COVER ANY PROBLEMS CAUSED BY INTERFERENCE. ANY SERVICE CALL THAT DETERMINES THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CAUSED BY ANY OF THESE ITEMS COULD RESULT IN A FEE TO YOU.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER’S LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY EXCEED THE COST OF THE PRODUCT COVERED HEREBY. NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR US ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential, incidental or special damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

845 Larch Avenue

Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196

FAAC LA500 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW

UL325 MODEL CLASSIFICATIONS

SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION

GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION

REQUIRED ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

CARTON INVENTORY & OPERATOR DIMENSIONS

FEATURES

PREPARATION

SITE PREPARATION

MOUNTING OPTIONS

INSTALLATION

MANUAL RELEASE

DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET

DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE GATE BRACKET

WELD THE BRACKETS

ATTACH THE OPERATOR TO THE BRACKETS

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

WIRING

WIRE THE ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES

EARTH GROUND ROD

WIRE THE OPERATOR ARM TO THE CONTROL BOARD

DUAL GATES ONLY

POWER WIRING

CONNECT BATTERIES

ENGAGE THE OPERATOR

ADJUSTMENT

LIMIT AND FORCE ADJUSTMENT

OBSTRUCTION TEST

PROGRAMMING

ERASE ALL CODES

OPERATION

MANUAL RELEASE

RESET BUTTON

REMOTE CONTROL

PARTY MODE

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE CHART

BATTERIES

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

LIFTMASTER INTERNET GATEWAY

CONTROL BOARD OVERVIEW

ACCESSORY FEATURES ON CONTROL BOARD

EXPANSION BOARD OVERVIEW

ACCESSORY FEATURES ON EXPANSION BOARD

GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES

LIMIT SETUP WITH A REMOTE CONTROL

TROUBLESHOOTING

CONTROL BOARD LEDS

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

WIRING DIAGRAMS

STANDARD CONTROL BOX

LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM)

ACCESSORIES

REPAIR PARTS

WARRANTY