FAAC LRA User Manual

LRA

Linear Residential Actuator

Installation Guide

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Operator models contained in this manual

conform to UL325 standard for use in

Class I, II, III, and IV applications

Table of Contents

Pre-installation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Before You Begin... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Always Check the Gate’s Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Gate Operator Classifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Approved Obstruction Detection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety Information and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Regulatory Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Linear Actuator Operator Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Wiring Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

AC Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

DC Control and Accessory Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Control Box Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Gate Layout Illustration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Mounting Bracket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Universal Post Bracket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Gate Bracket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Operator Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operator Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Controller Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

AC Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Earth Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Manual Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Dual Gate Stagger Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Limit Switch Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Controller Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Indicator Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Terminal Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operator Accessory Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Basic Controller Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Programming Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Entering Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Exiting Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programming Keystrokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Left or Right Hand Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Dual Gate Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Auto Close Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maximum Open Direction Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maximum Close Direction Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

WARNING

ONLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS

SHOULD WORK ON

LINEAR RESIDENTIAL

ACTUATORS

WARNING

CONTROLS INTENDED FOR USER ACTIVATION MUST BE
LOCATED AT LEAST SIX FEET (6') 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.

Advanced Controller Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Entering Advanced Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Maximum Run Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Single Button Input Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Auxiliary Relay Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Reverse Delay Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Constant Pressure Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Shadow Loop Open Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Power Failure Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Soft Start/Stop Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Reset Cycle Count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Maintenance Alert Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Mid-travel Stop Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Anti-tailgate Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Motor Type Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Radio Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Radio Transmitter Learn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Radio Transmitter Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Learn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Reset Controller to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Loop Layout Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Safety Edge Layout Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Photoeye Installation Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Gate Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Open Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Single Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Fire Department Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Open Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Open Obstruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Close Obstruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Reverse Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Open Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Reverse Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Shadow/Reset Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Operation Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Power-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Idle Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Last Gate Position/Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Pre-start Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Reverse Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Run Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Error Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Entrapment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Maximum Run Time Exceeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Operator fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Motor operates, but gate does not move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Motor sounds like it is working harder than normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Gate stopping part way open or closed

(but no visible obstruction) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Gate staying open with automatic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

How to Order Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Model LRA Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

6-Month Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Gate Operator Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

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Pre-installation Information

Before You Begin...

Before unpacking, inspect the carton for exterior damage. If
you fi nd damage, advise the delivery carrier of a potential
claim. Inspect your package carefully. You can check your
accessory box parts with the enclosed packing slip for your
convenience. Claims for shortages will be honored for only
30 days from the date of shipment.

Before installing the operator, read this manual completely to
ensure all requirements for proper installation are present. Verify
that the voltage to be used matches the voltage of the operator.

If you have any questions about the requirements for proper
installation of this gate operator contact technical support at
800-421-1587.

Always Check the Gate’s Action

It’s very important before installing the gate operator to
make sure the gate’s swing is free and level throughout
the entire swing path. If the gate does not seem to
operate properly, it may affect the operator performance
or greatly shorten the life of the unit. The gate should
also be designed so that airfl ow is ample to prevent
wind resistance and drag.

Gate Operator Classifi cations

All gate operators can be divided into one of four different
classifi cations, depending on their design and usage. Install
this gate operator only when the operator is appropriate for
the construction and usage class as defi ned below:

• Class I Residential Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in a home or for one to
four single family dwellings with a common garage or parking area
associated with these dwellings.

• Class II Commercial / General Access Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in a commercial location or
building such as a multi-family housing unit of fi ve or more single family
units, hotel, retail store or other building servicing the general public.

• Class III Industrial / Limited Access Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in an 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 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.

Approved Obstruction Detection Devices

The following contact or non-contact obstruction detection
devices have been approved for use with Linear’s Residential
Actuators as part of a UL325 compliant installation:

• Contact Edges

Miller Edge Models MGO20, MGR20, MGS20, ME120

• Photoeyes

MMTC Model IR-55 (165’ range - P/N 2520-441)
MMTC Model E3K (28’ range - P/N 2520-031)

LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide

Safety Information and Warnings

THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES

IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION

This type of warning note is used to
indicate the possibility of damage to the
gate or gate operator.

WARNING

This type of warning note is used to
indicate possible mechanical hazards that
may cause serious injuries or death.

WARNING

This type of warning note is used to indicate
possible electrical shock hazards that may
cause serious injuries or death.

Regulatory Warnings

Read the following before beginning to install Linear’s
Residential Actuators:

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
TO PERSONS, REVIEW THESE INSTALLATION SAFETY

STEPS BEFORE PROCEEDING

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Read the yellow “Safety Instructions” brochure enclosed with the

packet of information. If any pages are missing or are unreadable,

or you do not have the safety instructions, please call Linear at

1-800-421-1587 to request additional copies.

3. ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SUPPLY MUST

BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND MUST OBSERVE ALL

NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.

4. A separate power-disconnect switch should be located near the

operator so that primary power can be turned off when necessary.

5. Install the enclosed warning signs on both sides of the gate. A

minimum of two (2) WARNING SIGNS shall be installed, one on each

side of the gate where easily visible.

6. Never reach between, through or around the fence to operate the

gate.

7. Never connect a button station within reach of the gate or on the

side of the gate operator.

8. Do not adjust the operator controller’s current sensing feature too

high. It should be adjusted high enough to keep the gate from falsely

triggering the sensing, but no higher than necessary for the gate to

operate. DO NOT DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS FUNCTION!

9. You must install all required safety equipment.

10. UL325 Compliance requires the use of contact edges or photoelectric

controls on all automatic or remotely-controlled gate operators.

11. 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 into contact with the vehicular gate during the entire path

of travel of the vehicular gate.

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Linear Actuator Operator Overview

Wiring Specifi cations

The Model LRA Residential Linear Actuator is designed
to open and close a light-duty residential swing gate. The
operator can be used in left-hand or right-hand swing gate
installations on gate(s) with leafs weighing up to 600 pounds.

The LRA operator (or two LRA operators in dual gate
installations) connect by a cable to the APeX electronic
controller, which provides all connections for input and
entrapment detection devices. The Controller is housed in a
separate enclosure and contains a built-in radio receiver for
wireless activation by remote control transmitters.

Brackets attached to the gate and gate hinge post are for
mounting the operator and to provide a mechanism to move
the gate.

When the operator activates, the worm drive in the linear
actuator changes the fi xed distance between the two
brackets that the operator is mounted on. When the operator
pulls the two brackets closer together, the gate opens. When
the operator pushes the two brackets farther apart, the gate
closes (see Figure 1).

Adjustable magnetic limit switches in the operator detect the
open and closed positions of the gate.

WARNING

This 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 into contact with the vehicular gate during the
entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.

GATE POST

GATE CLOSED

GATE

Refer to the following steps for details on power and
accessory wiring for the operator.

WARNING

ALL AC ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SOURCE AND
THE OPERATOR MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN
AND MUST OBSERVE ALL NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL
CODES

USE COPPER WIRE ONLY!

AC Power Wiring

MODEL LRA POWER WIRING

SUPPLY VOLTS

115 VOLTS

1. The distance shown in the table above is measured in feet from the
operator to the power source. DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM
DISTANCE. These calculations have been based on a standard
115 V supply with a 10% drop allowable. If your supply is under
the standard rating, the runs listed may be longer than what your
application will handle, and you should not run wire too near the
maximum distance for the gauge of wire you are using.

2. When large-gauge wire is used, a separate junction box (not supplied)
may be needed for the operator power connection.

3. Wire length calculations are based on the National Electrical Code,
Article 430 and have been carefully determined based on motor
inrush and operator requirements.

4. Connect power in accordance with local codes. The green ground

wire must be properly connected.

5. Wire insulation must be suitable to the application.

MAXIMUM DISTANCE (FEET)

SINGLE DUAL

3288 1644 14
5224 2612 12

WIRE GAUGE

POST BRACKET

GATE BRACKET

ACTUATOR

GATE OPEN

THE ACTUATOR PULLS THE
GATE BRACKET TOWARDS THE POST
BRACKET TO OPEN THE GATE

DC Control and Accessory Wiring

1. All control devices are now 24 VDC, which can be run up to 2000
feet with 14 AWG wire.

2. Control wiring must be run in a separate conduit from power wiring.
Running them together may cause interference and faulty signals in
some accessories.

Control Box Mounting

Locate the control box in the vicinity of the operator. The
APeX Controller mounts inside the control box. The operator
connects to the Controller via a 6-foot cable. For dual gate
installations, the LRA2 kit includes a 40-foot cable for the
second operator.

Mount the control box fi rmly to a non-movable object.
Knockouts are provided for conduits. Do not mount the
control box where a lawn sprinkler may spray water on it.

✓ NOTE: When installing the cable connecting the operator to the

control box, be sure to leave some slack to allow for the swing of the
gate. Water tight connectors are highly recommended.

Figure 1. Linear Actuator Operation

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Gate Layout Illustration

GATE FULLY CLOSED

ENTRY

EXIT

ROADWAY

GATE TOP VIEW

GATE BACK SIDE VIEW

LRA ACTUATOR IN

CLOSED POSITION

LRA ACTUATOR

GATE HINGE

LRA ACTUATOR IN

OPEN POSITION

GATE FULLY OPEN

PILLAR

POST OR

36"

RECOMMENDED

BOX

CONTROL

LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide

8" FROM CENTER OF

MINIMUM BACKSPACE

PILLAR

POST OR

1/2 GATE

HEIGHT

GATE HINGE

BOX

CONTROL

SHOWN

LEFT HAND

GATE OPERATION

LEAVE SLACK

ALLOW FOR

GATE SWING

IN CABLE TO

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Mounting Bracket Installation

Examine Figure 2 for details on the required mounting
locations for the brackets. They must be mounted at the correct
locations to allow the operator to open the gate at a 90 degree
angle and to ensure the operator functions smoothly.

The brackets must also be mounted level in respect to each
other so the operator’s front and rear mounting points are
vertical and not offset at an angle.

LOCATE POST BRACKET AT THESE
DIMENSIONS FROM THE GATE
CENTERLINE AND HINGE POINT

NOTE: THE 5-1/2" AND
6" DIMENSIONS ARE
CRITICAL FOR PROPER
GATE OPERATION

6"

WARNING

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.
Swing gates shall not open into public areas.

1. Measure approximately halfway up the gate height and determine
good strong spots located in the required areas to mount the brackets
on the post and gate.

2. Using Figure 2 as a guide, mark the locations on the post or pillar
and the gate for the mounting brackets. The top surface of the post
bracket must be 3/8” below the top surface of the gate bracket to
allow for the bolt-on operator bracket’s 3/8” thickness.

✓ NOTE: Depending on the gate design, an additional reinforcing

plate welded to the gate may be required to provide a good spot to
mount the gate bracket.

Universal Post Bracket Installation

✓ NOTE: When installing the post bracket on a round post or masonry

pillar, use improvised methods (additional plate with lag bolts and anchors,
concrete wedge anchors, U-bolts, etc.) to securely fasten the bracket.

1. Tack weld the post bracket to the post at the marked spot and
double-check its level and height.

2. Finish welding the post bracket to the gate post and allow the weld to cool.

3. Attach the bolt-on operator bracket to the post bracket at the correct
depth and angle using three bolts and locknuts (there are 18 possible
positions). Install the operator bracket pin as shown in Figure 3.

5-1/2"

29-1/2"

SETTING THE BRACKETS AT THIS

DISTANCE WILL CAUSE THE GATE
TO OPEN AT 90 DEGREES (DEPENDING
ON THE LIMIT SWITCH SETTINGS)

Figure 2. Required Bracket Locations

WELD POST BRACKET
TO POST

ASSEMBLE OPERATOR
BRACKET PIN WITH
THICK SPACER ON PIN

ATTACH OPERATOR

BRACKET TO POST
BRACKET AT PROPER

LOCATION WITH
THREE BOLTS AND
LOCKNUTS

Gate Bracket Installation

Before welding the gate bracket, be sure the centers of the
operator mounting holes on the brackets will end up 29-1/2”
apart when the gate is fully closed.

1. Tack weld the gate bracket to the gate at the marked spot and
double-check its level and height.

2. Finish welding the gate bracket to the gate.

3. After the welding is completed and the gate bracket has cooled,
snap the limit switch magnet assembly onto the gate bracket (see
Figure 4).

4. From the top side of the gate bracket, slide the load bushing into the
bracket hole.

Alternate method to locate the gate bracket:

1. Hold the gate bracket with the magnets installed onto the LRA traveler.

2. Run the unit to the full open position.

3. Place the rear of the arm onto the post bracket.

4. Manually fully open the gate.

5. Position the gate bracket in the required position.

6. Remove the magnet assembly and bolt or weld the bracket in place.

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Figure 3. Post Bracket Installation

USE A
LEVEL

SNAP MAGNET
ASSEMBLY ONTO
GATE BRACKET
AFTER WELDING

Figure 4. Gate Bracket Installation

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WELD GATE
BRACKET
TO GATE

Operator Setup

Operator Mounting

The operator mounts on the post bracket pin and into the
gate bracket bushing. Refer to Figure 5.

1. With the gate closed, carefully position the operator over the mounting
brackets.

2. Lower the operator onto the post bracket pin while guiding the
operator’s worm drive traveler shaft into the gate bracket bushing.

3. Install the washer and clip-ring on the post bracket pin.

4. Install the washer and clip-ring on the traveler shaft.

Controller Connection

The APeX Controller is mounted in a sealed NEMA4
enclosure. Open the cover for installation access.

The Controller contains two 5-position plug-in terminal
blocks for connection to one or two LRA operators. Terminal
block MOTOR-1 is used in single gate LRA installations.
Terminal block MOTOR-2 is used for the second arm in dual
gate LRA2 installations.

To make wiring easy, the terminal blocks are removable and
plug into the Controller’s circuit board.

1. Route the operator cable up through the fl uid-tight strain-relief fi tting
on the bottom of the Controller’s cabinet.

2. Noting the wire colors, connect the operator cable to MOTOR-1
Terminals 1-5 on the Controller.

3. Route the cable towards the operator. Be sure to leave enough slack
in the cable to allow for the gate swing.

4. Remove the operator’s wiring access plate (see Figure 6).

5. Cut the cable to length if required, then slide the O-ring over the end
of the cable.

6. Connect the interface cable to the operator’s terminal block matching
the same colors and terminal numbers used in Step 2 (see Figure 6).

7. Replace the operator’s wiring access plate being careful to align the
O-ring below the cable clamp. The O-ring helps keep out moisture.

For dual gate installations, repeat Steps 1-7 and connect the
second operator’s cable to the MOTOR-2 5-position terminal
block in the Controller (see Figure 7). Use the strain-relief
fi tting that comes with the LRA2 kit where the cable enters
the Controller cabinet.

GATE BRACKET
BUSHING

WASHER
AND CLIP-RING

Figure 5. Mounting the Operator

5 - OPEN LIMIT
4 - COMMON (LIMIT)

3 - CLOSE LIMIT
2 - MOTOR

123 45

1 - MOTOR

MATCH TERMINAL NUMBERS
ON OPERATOR & CONTROLLER

Figure 6. Operator Cable Connections

PUT O-RING ON CABLE TO
SEAL OUT MOISTURE

O-RING

FITS

IN SLOT

MOTOR 1

MOTOR 2

123 45123 45

TRAVELER
SHAFT

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MOTOR 1 TERMINALS MOTOR 2 TERMINALS

1

2

3

4

5

TO LRA ARM #1

FOR STAGGERED GATE INSTALLATIONS,
ONLY THE MOTOR 1 CONNECTION CAN BE
DELAYED ON OPENING. PLUG THE ARM TO
BE DELAYED INTO THE MOTOR 1 TERMINALS.

TO LRA ARM #2

Figure 7. Controller Cable Connections

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5

4

3

2

1

Operator Setup (Continued)

WARNING

ALL AC ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SOURCE AND
THE OPERATOR MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN
AND MUST OBSERVE ALL NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL
CODES.

AC Power Connection

The control box contains a power disconnect switch to turn
on and off the power available to the operator. Following
wiring specifi cations on Page 2, incoming power should be
brought into the control box and connected to the labeled
pigtails from the disconnect box. A wiring connections print
can be found on the label inside the cover of the operator.
See Figure 8 for power option examples.

Earth Ground

Install a ground rod and connect it to the control box in every
installation. A good earth ground is necessary to allow the
Controller’s built-in surge and lightning protection circuitry
to work effectively.

✓ NOTE: Do not splice the ground wire. Use a single piece of solid

copper 12 AWG wire between the ground rod and the control box.

1. Install an 8-foot long copper ground rod within three feet of the
control box.

2. Use a clamp to connect a solid copper 12 AWG ground wire to the
ground rod.

3. Route the ground wire to the control box through a wiring knockout.

4. Connect the ground wire to the screw terminal located above the
115V power receptacle on the Controller’s metal chassis.

CONTROL BOX

115V POWER

RECEPTACLE

POWER KNOCKOUT
ON CABINET BOTTOM

Figure 8. Power and Ground Connections

MANUAL DISCONNECT
CAN BE USED TO
DISENGAGE
OPERATOR

CONNECT
(LOCK)

GROUND

SCREW

AC POWER MUST BE CONNECTED

BY A LICENSED ELECTRICTIAN

BRING 115V HOT, NEUTRAL, AND
GROUND INTO CONTROL BOX AND
CONNECT TO AC POWER FLYING LEADS

GREEN - GROUND
WHITE - NEUTRAL
BLACK - HOT

DISCONNECT
(UNLOCK)

Manual Disconnect

In case of a power failure or other condition, the gate can be manually
moved without action from the operator by using the manual disconnect
switch (see Figure 9).

To activate the manual disconnect switch:

1. Open the cover on the switch.

2. Insert the disconnect key (supplied with operator).

3. Turn the key clockwise 90˚.

4. Reverse the steps to re-engage the operator.

Dual Gate Stagger Delay

This feature is used for overlapping dual gates. After completing setup of
the operator, in dual gate installations use the following control to adjust
the dual gate stagger:

To delay opening of Gate 1, and delay closing of Gate 2, gently adjust
the potentiometer located on the motor board (under the small blue
removable cover) clockwise until the desired delay is reached (see
Figure 10). Do not turn more than ¾ of a turn or damage will result.
Range is 0 to 10 seconds delay.

Only Motor-1 can be delayed on open. Plug the appropriate LRA arm
into either the MOTOR-1 or MOTOR-2 terminal block to change which
gate is delayed.

Figure 9. Manual Disconnect

STAGGER DELAY ADJUSTMENT

(ON MOTOR CONTROLLER BOARD

UNDER BLUE COVER)

LESS

DELAY

MORE

DELAY

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Figure 10. Stagger Delay Control

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Operator Setup (Continued)

Limit Switch Adjustment

The open and close limit switches are adjustable by sliding
them on the operator’s frame. Sliding either switch closer to
the center of the operator decreases the gate travel.

1. To limit the opening travel of the gate for setup, loosen the locking
screw on the open limit switch, slide the switch towards the center of
the operator (see Figure 11).

2. With the gate closed, apply power to the Controller, STAY CLEAR
OF THE GATE and press the OPEN button.

3. Observe the gate as it opens, and watch the point where it stops.

4. To limit the closing travel of the gate for setup, loosen the locking
screw on the close limit switch, remove the wire holding plugs from
the wire slot in the channel, slide the switch towards the center of the
operator (see Figure 12).

5. Be sure to STAY CLEAR OF THE GATE and press the CLOSE
button.

6. Observe the gate as it closes, and watch the point where it stops.

7. Adjust the two limit switches until the open and close stopping points
are set correctly for the gate. TIGHTEN THE LOCKING SCREWS
ON THE LIMIT SWITCHES.

CAUTION

Be careful not to damage the limit switch wires while adjusting
the limit switches. Gently pull the limit switch wire while
tightening the limit switch locking screw (see Figure 12).

SLIDE OPEN LIMIT SWITCH
TO ADJUST OPEN LIMIT

OPEN LIMIT SWITCH

LIMIT SWITCH LOCKING SCREW

Figure 11. Open Limit Switch

SLIDE CLOSE LIMIT SWITCH
TO ADJUST CLOSE LIMIT

8. Push any extra limit wire back into the motor housing. Replace the
limit switch wire holding plugs to retain the limit switch wire.

CLOSE LIMIT SWITCH

LIMIT SWITCH
LOCKING SCREW

REMOVE AND REPLACE
LIMIT WIRE PLUG DURING
LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

Figure 12. Close Limit Switch

AVOID PINCHING THE LIMIT SWITCH
WIRE BY GENTLY PULLING IT WHILE
TIGHTENING THE LIMIT SWITCH

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Figure 13. Limit Switch Wire

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Controller Features

WHIP

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

CONNECTOR

DISPLAY

PROGRAMMING

INPUT

POWER

TERMINALS

ACCESSORY

TERMINALS

RESET

BUTTON

TERMINALS

PRIMARY/

SECONDARY

COMM LINK
TERMINALS

SINGLE

INPUT

TERMINALS

BUTTONS

POWER

POWER

INDICATORS

OPERATION

BUTTONS

OPERATION AND

PROGRAMMING

INDICATORS

SOLAR
PANEL

TERMINALS

MOTOR
BOARD
COVER

BATTERY

TERMINALS

PLUG-IN

LOOP

DETECTOR

CONNECTORS

FIRE DEPT

INPUT

TERMINALS

OPEN INPUT

TERMINALS

3-BUTTON

STATION

TERMINALS

OPEN AND CLOSE

OBSTRUCTION

INPUT TERMINALS

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REVERSE

INPUT

TERMINALS

OPEN LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

SHADOW/RESET

REVERSE LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

LIMIT SWITCH

INPUT TERMINALS

Figure 14. Controller Features

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AUXILIARY

RELAY

TERMINALS

ALARM

OUTPUT

TERMINALS

AC MOTOR

OUTPUT

TERMINALS

Indicator Descriptions

INDICATOR DEFINITION

OPERATION PROGRAMMING

24 VOLT INPUT
POWER

24 VOLT DC
ACCY POWER

LOW VOLTAGE AC POWER IS PRESENT

LOW VOLTAGE DC POWER IS PRESENT

INDICATION WHEN LIT

DURING NORMAL OPERATION

INDICATION WHEN LIT

DURING PROGRAMMING

OPEN SIGNAL PRESENT FROM THE INTERNAL

OPEN

RECEIVER OR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
CONNECTED TO THE OPEN INPUT TERMINAL

CLOSE

STOP

CLOSE SIGNAL IS PRESENT FROM A DEVICE
CONNECTED TO THE CLOSE INPUT TERMINAL

STOP INPUT TERMINAL IS OPEN AND
NOT CONNECTED TO COMMON

PROGRAM CONTROLLER IS IN PROGRAMMING MODE

REVERSE DELAY SET SIGNAL FROM REVERSING DEVICE IS PRESENT SET REVERSE DELAY TIME

LOCKOUT ALARM SET

RADIO LEARN

OPEN CURRENT SET

CONTROLS AND OPERATOR ARE LOCKED OUT
BECAUSE OF EXISTING TROUBLE CONDITION

BUILT-IN RECEIVER IS DETECTING A RADIO
SIGNAL FROM A REMOTE CONTROL

MOTOR CURRENT HAS EXCEEDED THE
OPEN CURRENT SETTING WHILE OPENING

SET RUN ALARM AND PRE-START ALARM

TRANSMITTERS CAN BE ENTERED INTO
MEMORY (UP TO 40 TRANSMITTERS)

SET MAXIMUM OPEN CURRENT

OPEN OBSTRUCTION TERMINAL CONNECTED

OPEN OBSTR MGT 2 SET

TO COMMON BY BEAM OR SAFETY EDGE, OR

SET MGT #2 FUNCTION

SIGNAL FROM MGT OBSTACLE TRANSMITTER

OPEN RELAY OPEN RELAY IS ACTIVATED

OPEN LIMIT BRAKE DELAY OPEN LIMIT SWITCH IS ACTIVATED

CLOSE CURRENT SET

MOTOR CURRENT HAS EXCEEDED THE
CLOSE CURRENT SETTING WHILE CLOSING

SET MAXIMUM CLOSE CURRENT

CLOSE OBSTRUCTION TERMINAL CONNECTED

CLOSE OBSTR MGT 1 SET

TO COMMON BY BEAM OR SAFETY EDGE, OR

SET MGT #1 FUNCTION

SIGNAL FROM MGT OBSTACLE TRANSMITTER

CLOSE RELAY AUTO CLOSE SET CLOSE RELAY IS ACTIVATED SET AUTO-CLOSE TIME

CLOSE LIMIT CLOSE LIMIT SWITCH IS ACTIVATED

SINGLE SET

SINGLE TERMINAL CONNECTED TO COMMON
BY AN EXTERNAL PUSHBUTTON OR RADIO

SET SINGLE BUTTON INPUT FUNCTION

MAX RUN SET MAXIMUM RUN TIMER HAS BEEN EXCEEDED SET MAXIMUM RUN TIME

COMM LINK SET

NOT USED IN SINGLE OR DUAL
GATE LRA INSTALLATIONS

MAINT ALERT SET MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED ON OPERATOR SET MAINTENANCE ALERT CYCLE COUNT

LEFT OR RIGHT

"RL"

"PM"

"AC"

"RP"

"OC"

"CC"

HAND OPERATION

SINGLE OR

DUAL GATE

AUTO CLOSE
TIMER

RUN ALARM
PRE-START ALARM

MAXIMUM OPEN
CURRENT

MAXIMUM CLOSE
CURRENT

"AD"

"RT"

"SB"

"AR"

"RD"

"CP"

"SP"

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APEX FUNCTION DISPLAY INDICATIONS

ADVANCED
PROGRAMMING

MAXIMUM

RUN TIMER

SINGLE BUTTON

INPUT SETUP

AUXILIARY

RELAY MODE

REVERSE

DELAY TIME

CONSTANT
PRESSURE MODE

SHADOW LOOP
OPEN INHIBIT

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"LP"

"FS"

"SS"

"CT"

"MA"

"MT"

"AT"

LOW POWER
MODE

POWER
FAILURE MODE

SOFT START/STOP
DURATION

RESET CYCLE
COUNT

MAINTENANCE ALERT
TRIGGER

MID-TRAVEL
STOP POSITION

ANTI-TAILGATE
ENABLE

"MO"

"RA"

"TL"

"TD"

"ML"

"MD"

"CL"

MOTOR TYPE
SELECTION

RADIO

ENABLE

LEARN
TRANSMITTERS

DELETE
TRANSMITTERS

LEARN MGT
TRANSMITTERS

ERASE MGT
TRANSMITTERS

RESET TO
FACTORY DEFAULTS

Terminal Descriptions

TERMINAL GROUP FUNCTION

AC N

AC

DC -

DC +

RESET

COMMON

C

A

COMMON

SINGLE

COMMON

FIRE DEPT

COMMON

OPEN

OPEN

CLOSE

COMMON

STOP

COM

O-OBS

C-OBS

COM

COM

REV

24 VOLT INPUT

ACCESSORY POWER PROVIDES 24 VOLT DC POWER FOR ACCESSORIES. (.5A MAX)

RESET BUTTON FACTORY CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER’S RESET BUTTON.

COMM LINK NOT USED IN SINGLE OR DUAL GATE LRA INSTALLATIONS.B

SINGLE BUTTON INPUT

FIRE BOX INPUT CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH IN FIRE BOX FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT ACCESS.

OPEN INPUT

3-BUTTON
STATION INPUT

OBSTRUCTION INPUTS

REVERSE

FACTORY CONNECTED TO 24 VAC FROM TRANSFORMER OR
24 VDC FROM CONTINUOUS DUTY DC SUPPLY.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH FOR SINGLE BUTTON OPERATION. ALTERNATES
BETWEEN OPEN-CLOSE OR OPEN-STOP-CLOSE DEPENDING ON PROGRAMMING.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES (KEYPAD, CARD READER, KEYSWITCH,
TELEPHONE ENTRY SYSTEM) TO OPEN THE GATE. A CONSTANT OPEN INPUT WILL
OVERRIDE THE MID-TRAVEL STOP AND HALT THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER UNTIL RELEASED.

CONNECT TO 3-BUTTON STATION FOR OPEN-CLOSE-STOP CONTROL. A CONSTANT OPEN INPUT
WILL OVERRIDE THE MID-TRAVEL STOP AND HALT THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER UNTIL RELEASED.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES (GATE EDGE, PHOTO BEAM) TO DETECT AN
OBSTRUCTION DURING OPENING. WHILE GATE IS IN MOTION, ANY OPEN OBSTRUCTION
SIGNAL WILL CAUSE THE GATE TO STOP, REVERSE A SHORT DISTANCE, AND THEN
STOP AGAIN. AT THIS TIME THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER IS DISABLED, AND A RENEWED
INPUT WILL BE REQUIRED TO START THE GATE AGAIN. SHOULD THE GATE BE
RESTARTED AND THE OBSTACLE SIGNAL OCCUR AGAIN PRIOR TO REACHING A LIMIT,
THE GATE WILL STOP AGAIN, LOCKOUT, AND SOUND THE EMERGENCY ALARM.

FUNCTIONS THE SAME AS THE OPEN OBSTRUCTION, EXCEPT IN THE CLOSING DIRECTION.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES TO CAUSE A REVERSAL WHEN THE GATE IS
TRAVELING CLOSED. THE GATE WILL REVERSE TO THE FULL OPEN POSITION.

OPEN LOOP

OPEN LOOP

REVERSE LOOP

REVERSE LOOP

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

-

+

N.O.

COM

N.C.

+

-

+

-

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ALARM FACTORY CONNECTED TO THE ALARM BEEPER.

AUX RELAY

24 VOLT SOLAR PANEL FOR CONNECTION TO 24 VOLT SOLAR PANEL FOR BATTERY CHARGING.

24 VOLT BATTERY FACTORY CONNECTED TO BATTERIES IN DC MODEL OPERATORS.

CONNECT TO OPEN LOOP/FREE EXIT LOOP. THE GATE WILL OPEN
WHEN THE LOOP IS TRIGGERED, AND REMAIN OPEN AS LONG AS
THE LOOP IS TRIGGERED. REQUIRES LOOP DETECTOROPEN LOOP

CONNECT TO REVERSE LOOP. TRIGGERING THE LOOP WILL CAUSE A
REVERSAL WHEN THE GATE IS TRAVELING CLOSED. THE GATE WILL REVERSE
TO THE FULL OPEN POSITION.. REQUIRES LOOP DETECTORREVERSE LOOP

CONNECT TO SHADOW/RESET LOOP TO KEEP THE GATE IN ITS FULLY OPEN
POSITION AS LONG AS THE SIGNAL IS PRESENT. USED TO KEEP GATE OPEN
WHILE VEHICLE IS PASSING THROUGH.. REQUIRES LOOP DETECTORSHADOW/RESET LOOP

FOR CONNECTION TO AUXILIARY DEVICES (MAGNETIC LOCK, SOLENOID LOCK,
STROBE LIGHT) FOR ACTIVATION (OR DEACTIVATION) DURING GATE OPERATION.

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Operator Accessory Connections

3-BUTTON STATION

KEYSWITCH

FIRE ACCESS SWITCH

TELEPHONE ENTRY

KEYPAD

SOLENOID LOCK

EXTERNAL POWER

PHOTOEYE FOR REVERSE

PHOTOEYE FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

PHOTOEYE FOR OPEN OBSTRUCTION

SINGLE-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER

TWO-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER

CHANNEL #1
OPEN/CLOSE

MAGLOCK

GATE EDGE SENSOR FOR REVERSE

WARNING STROBE OR AUDIBLE SOUNDER

WIRELESS GATE EDGE SENSOR

MGT

TRANSMITTER

Figure 15. Operator Accessory Connections

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Basic Controller Programming

Programming Overview

The Controller can be programmed with various options for the operator.
The programming fi elds are defi ned as “functions” that have “options”.
To make setup easier for the installer, the Controller’s programming is
divided into two groups: basic and advanced. The basic programming
group contains the functions commonly used in most swing gate
installations. The advanced programming group contains functions less
commonly used (i.e. maximum run timer, etc.).

Entering Programming Mode

Enter programming mode by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons
together for one second. While in programming mode the PROGRAM
indicator will light.

Exiting Programming Mode

Exit programming mode at any time by pressing the UP and DOWN
buttons together. The Controller will automatically exit programming
mode after three minutes of inactivity.

Programming Keystrokes

(Typical Programming Method)

While in programming mode, press the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll
through the programming functions. When the desired function is
displayed press the ENTER button to display the currently set option for
the function. When an option is displayed, the decimal points are lit.

To change the option, press and hold the ENTER button for 1 second. To
indicate that an option is ready to be changed, the display will fl ash. While
the display is fl ashing, press the UP or DOWN button to display the other
options available for that function.

When the desired option is displayed, press the ENTER button to store
it into memory. To select another function, press ENTER, UP, or DOWN.

Left or Right Hand Operation

In typical installations, the LRA pulls the gate to open it inward. Set the
Controller for right hand operation regardless if the installation is a
left hand or right hand gate. This will make the open limit switch on the

motor end of the operator. Same for dual gate LRA2 installations.

In some installations, the LRA pushes the gate to open it outward. Set

the Controller for left hand operation regardless if the installation
is a left hand or right hand gate. This will make the close limit switch

on the motor end of the operator. Same for dual gate LRA2 installations.

Dual Gate Enable

This APeX programming function is only used for other models of
gate operators. DO NOT CHANGE THIS SETTING IN ANY LRA

INSTALLATION (SINGLE GATE OR DUAL GATE).

AND

DOWN UP

PRESS DOWN AND UP

BUTTONS TOGETHER

FOR ONE SECOND

ENTERING

PROGRAMMING

SELECT

FUNCTION

UP

OR

DOWN

PRESS UP OR DOWN
TO SCROLL DISPLAY

THROUGH FUNCTIONS

PROGRAMMING

KEYSTROKES

FUNCTION

FOR PULL-TO-OPEN INSTALLATIONS
LEAVE THE CONTROLLER SET FOR
RIGHT HAND OPERATION

FOR PUSH-TO-OPEN INSTALLATIONS
SET THE CONTROLLER FOR LEFT
HAND OPERATION

ENTER

"RL"

CURRENTLY

SET OPTION

ENTER ENTER ENTER

PRESS ENTER FOR

ONE SECOND TO

SELECT OPTION

(THE DISPLAY

WILL FLASH)

PRESS ENTER TO

DISPLAY CURRENTLY

SET OPTION

LEFT HAND

RIGHT HAND

FUNCTION

"PM"

SINGLE GATE

DUAL GATE

PROGRAM

INDICATOR

PROGRAM INDICATOR

WILL LIGHT WHEN SYSTEM

IS IN PROGRAM MODE

OPTION READY

TO CHANGE

PRESS UP

TO CHANGE

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

THIS APEX PROGRAMMING FUNCTION IS ONLY USED
FOR OTHER MODELS OF GATE OPERATORS

DO NOT CHANGE THIS SETTING IN ANY
LRA INSTALLATION!

CHOOSE
OPTION

UP

OR

DOWN

PRESS ENTER

OR DOWN

OPTION

PRESS UP OR

SINGLE GATE OR DUAL GATE LRA
INSTALLATIONS USE THIS SETTING!

OPTIONS

PRESS UP, DOWN

OR ENTER SELECT

NEXT FUNCTION

OPTION
STORED

TO STORE

OPTION

RIGHT HAND LIMITS FOR
PULL-TO-OPEN INSTALLATIONS
(GATE SWINGS IN TO OPEN)

LEFT HAND LIMITS FOR
PUSH-TO-OPEN INSTALLATIONS
(GATE SWINGS OUT TO OPEN)

OR

UP

OR

DOWN

SELECT

FUNCTION

Auto Close Timer

The factory default turns off the Auto Close Timer. The timer can be set
from 1 to 59 seconds and from 1 to 9 minutes. When the Auto Close
Timer is set, after opening, the gate will wait for the length of the Auto
Close Timer then close automatically.

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FUNCTION

"AC"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

AUTO CLOSE TIMER DISABLED

SET TIMER VALUE
1 TO 59 SECONDS

SET TIMER VALUE
1 TO 9 MINUTES

AUTO CLOSE

TIMER

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Basic Controller Programming (Cont.)

Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm

The factory default is Run Alarm on and a 3-second Pre-start Alarm. The
operator’s beeper will sound 3 seconds before the operator starts. The
options are:

• Run Alarm Off and Pre-start Alarm Off

• Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm Off

• Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm On for 1-9 Seconds

Maximum Open Direction Current Setting

To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the operator
monitors its motor current. If the open current load exceeds the
programmed maximum load range number, the operator will stop, reverse
a short distance, then stop again. The Auto Close Timer will be disabled,
and another open request will be required to start the operator again. If
after restart, the overload or an open obstacle happens again before the
open limit is reached, the operator will lockout and sound the alarm.

To measure the motor load used during opening, while this function is
being displayed, push and hold the OPEN button to fully open the gate.
During movement, the motor current will be displayed as a load number
from 0 to 99. This number is useful for troubleshooting but not for setting
the motor current. At the end of travel, a different number will fl ash.
This number indicates the range above and below the average motor
current during the run. Using the + and - buttons, set the programmed
range number above the indicated range number, so that a minimal
force (30-40 lbs. at 10-feet) will activate a reversal should an obstruction
occur, but high enough to keep the gate moving under normal conditions
without interruption.

FUNCTION

"RP"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

RUN ALARM

PRE-START ALARM

FUNCTION

"OC"

MAX OPEN

CURRENT

FUNCTION

"CC"

OPTIONS

RUN ALARM OFF
PRE-START ALARM OFF

RUN ALARM ON
PRE-START ALARM OFF

RUN ALARM ON
PRE-START ALARM ON FOR 1 - 9 SECONDS

OPTIONS

PRESS AND HOLD THE OPEN BUTTON
UNTIL THE OPERATOR RUNS FULLY OPEN

SUGGESTED MINIMUM NUMBER WILL
FLASH, ADJUST TO THE PROPER FORCE

PRESS ENTER TO STORE THE FORCE

ENTER

OPTIONS

PRESS AND HOLD THE CLOSE BUTTON
UNTIL THE OPERATOR RUNS FULLY CLOSED

Maximum Close Direction Current Setting

To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the
operator monitors its motor current. If the close current load exceeds
the programmed maximum load range number, the operator will stop,
reverse a short distance, then stop again. Another close request will
be required to start the operator again. If after restart, the overload or
a close obstacle happens again before the close limit is reached, the
operator will lockout and sound the alarm.

To measure the motor load used during closing, while this function is
being displayed, push and hold the CLOSE button to close the gate.
During movement, the motor current will be displayed as a load number
from 0 to 99. This number is useful for troubleshooting but not used for
setting the motor current. At the end of travel, a different number will fl ash.
This number indicates the range above and below the average motor
current during the run. Using the + and - buttons, set the programmed
range number above the measured fl ashing range number, so that a
minimal force (50-75 lbs.) will activate a reversal should an obstruction
occur, but high enough to keep the gate moving under normal conditions
without interruption.

MAX CLOSE

CURRENT

SUGGESTED MINIMUM NUMBER WILL
FLASH, ADJUST TO THE PROPER FORCE

PRESS ENTER TO STORE THE FORCE

ENTER

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Advanced Controller Programming

Entering Advanced Programming Mode

To access and program the Advanced Programming functions, for each
programming session, Advanced Programming must be enabled.

After exiting programming, the Advanced Programming functions
will be available on the programming display during the next
programming session unless the operator has run 50 or more
cycles. After that, Advanced Programming must be enabled again.

Maximum Run Time

The factory default for the Maximum Run Time (MRT) is 99 seconds.
When the operator starts, a timer will begin counting. If a open or close
limit is not reached or an obstacle or reversing input is not received
before the timer expires, the operator will stop, the unit locks out and the
alarm sounds. The timer can be set for 10 to 99 seconds, but should be
left at 99 in most applications. Setting it too close to the actual run time
may cause the time to expire with changing ambient temperature, gate
conditions, etc…

If AC is present and an open or close limit is not reached or an obstacle
or reversing input is not received before this timer exceeds MRT, the
operator will stop, the unit locks out and the alarm sounds.

In the case that AC is not present and MRT expires, it will be ignored as
long as the actual run time is under 99 seconds. When the gate reached
full open or full close position, MRT will be interpreted as fail safe/secure.
EN05 will occur. If FS as set to fail safe, the gate will open. If FS is set to
fail secure, the gate will close. However, if the actual run time is higher
than 99, it will be interpreted as a physical mechanical problem, EN01 will
occur and the gate will stop immediately.

Single Button Input Setup

This function is used for selecting the operation for single button controls
and radio receivers.

The factory default sets the SINGLE input terminal so successive inputs
will cycle the operator in OPEN-STOP-CLOSE-STOP order.

Alternately, the SINGLE input can be set to cause the gate to OPEN
unless the gate is fully open. If the gate is fully open, the input will cause
the gate to CLOSE.

FUNCTION

"AD"

ADVANCED

PROGRAMMING

FUNCTION

"RT"

MAXIMUM RUN

TIMER

FUNCTION

"SB"

SINGLE BUTTON

INPUT SETUP

OPTIONS

ADVANCED PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS
WILL NOT BE DISPLAYED

ADVANCED PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
WILL BE DISPLAYED

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

ENTER

ENTER

OPTIONS

SINGLE INPUT WILL CYCLE OPERATOR
IN ORDER OF OPEN-STOP-CLOSE-STOP

SINGLE INPUT WILL OPEN OPERATOR,
IF OPERATOR IS ALREADY OPEN, SINGLE
INPUT WILL CLOSE OPERATOR

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

NOTE: ADVANCED PROGRAMMING
WILL STAY ENABLED AFTER
EXITING PROGRAMMING UNTIL
THE GATE CYCLES 50 TIMES

DISPLAY SHOWS CURRENT
MAXIMUM RUN TIME SETTING

PRESS ENTER FOR 1 SECOND

WHILE DISPLAY IS FLASHING, PRESS
UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE THE
MAXIMUM RUN TIME (10-99 SECONDS)

PRESS ENTER TO STORE THE VALUE

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Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Auxiliary Relay Mode

The Auxiliary Relay has normally open and normally closed contacts.
The factory setting disables the Auxiliary Relay. The relay can be set for:

• Maglock: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay
will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only).

• M4: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay will
energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only).
3 seconds after the gate starts to move, the relay will de-energize.
This option is used for higher current solenoid locks.

• Ticket Dispenser: The relay will energize while the gate is moving
in the open direction and at the full open limit, or in an entrapment
condition.

• Strobe: To activate a warning strobe light, the relay will energize
during any pending or actual gate motion (either open or close).

• Alarm: The relay will energize if the gate is manually forced open
from the full closed position.

Reverse Delay Time

The factory default sets the Reverse Delay to 1 second. The operator
will wait the length of the delay before reversing direction. This feature
will not change the reversal time when the operator is responding to an
entrapment condition from an obstruction input or inherent entrapment
protection sensor. The Reverse Delay can be set from 1 to 9 seconds.
Heaver gates require a longer delay to allow time for the gate to stop.

Constant Pressure Mode

The factory default allows momentary pressure on a control station’s
OPEN or CLOSE button to cycle the operator. The controller can be set
to require constant pressure on the OPEN, CLOSE, or both buttons to
run the operator.

✓ NOTE: If a button is set for constant pressure, and it is released

before the operator reaches the open or close limit, the operator will
stop the gate at its current position.

Shadow Loop Open Prevention

If the shadow loop is triggered, it always prevents the gate from closing if
the Auto Close Timer activates or a CLOSE command is given while the
gate is at the full open position.

The controller can also be set to prevent the gate from opening if the
shadow loop is triggered while the gate is at the close limit position. This
prevents a swing gate from opening into a vehicle if it’s parked near the
gate on the inside.

FUNCTION

"AR"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

AUXILIARY

RELAY MODE

FUNCTION

"RD"

REVERSE

DELAY TIME

FUNCTION

"CP"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

CONSTANT

PRESSURE MODE

OPTIONS

OPTIONS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

AUXILIARY RELAY DISABLED

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
MAGLOCK CONTROL

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
MAGLOCK OR SOLENOID CONTROL
3 SECOND DELAY TO RE-ENERGIZE

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
TICKET DISPENSER CONTROL

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
WARNING STROBE LIGHT

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
CONNECTION TO ALARM DEVICE

SET TIMER VALUE
1 TO 9 SECONDS

CONSTANT PRESSURE SET TO OFF
(MOMENTARY PRESSURE ON)

OPEN BUTTON SET FOR
CONSTANT PRESSURE

CLOSE BUTTON SET FOR
CONSTANT PRESSURE

OPEN AND CLOSE BUTTONS BOTH SET
FOR CONSTANT PRESSURE

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FUNCTION

"SP"

SHADOW LOOP

OPEN PREVENTION

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OPTIONS

STANDARD OPERATION
SHADOW LOOP INHIBITS CLOSING ONLY

OPEN INHIBIT ON, SHADOW LOOP INHIBITS
OPENING AND CLOSING

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Low Power Mode

This function is only used with DC battery backup. The factory default
disables the Low Power Mode. When Low Power Mode is enabled,
and AC power fails, the controller will assume Low Power Mode after
60 seconds of gate inactivity. Low power mode turns off all accessory
power and indicators. Only inputs from the radio receiver, reverse loop,
open loop (optional by programming), fi re department input, or restoring
AC power will wake the Controller from Low Power Mode. Programming
Mode can still be accessed while the Controller is awake in Low Power
Mode.

Power Failure Mode

This function is only used with DC battery backup. The factory default
is set for Fail Safe, alternately the Controller can be set for Fail Secure,
Open Immediate, or Close Immediate.

• Fail Safe: If the AC power fails and the battery voltage drops below
approximately 22 Volts, 5 seconds later the operator will cycle open
if not already open. When AC power is restored, or the battery gets
charged by solar panels, the operator will resume normal operation
and auto-close if programmed to do so.

• Fail Secure: If the AC power fails and the battery voltage drops
below approximately 22 Volts, 5 seconds later the operator will
cycle closed if not already closed. When AC power is restored, or
the battery gets charged by solar panels, the operator will resume
normal operation.

• Open Immediate: If the AC power fails, the operator will cycle
open if not already open and cease operation. When AC power is
restored, the operator will resume normal operation and auto-close
if programmed to do so.

• Close Immediate: If the AC power fails, the operator will cycle
closed if not already closed and cease operation. When AC power is
restored, the operator will resume normal operation.

Soft Start/Stop Duration

This function causes the operator to start and stop the DC motor slowly
reducing gate wear and tear (at the full open or closed positions only).
The factory default sets the Soft Start/Stop Duration to 3 seconds. The
Soft Start/Stop Duration can be set from 1 to 10 seconds.

✓ NOTE: Changing the Soft Start/Stop Duration will reset the open and

close current setting value to zero. It will be necessary to reprogram
maximum open and close current settings.

Reset Cycle Count

The Controller counts of the number of times the operator has been
cycled full open and close. The cycle count can be displayed. The display
will scroll the cycle count number, fl ashing two digits at a time from left
to right.

To reset the Cycle Count, press and hold the ENTER button for 2 seconds
while the Cycle Count is displayed.

If the Maintenance Alert has been triggered, resetting the Cycle Count
will also reset the Maintenance Alert indicator.

FUNCTION

"LP"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

LOW POWER

MODE

FUNCTION

"FS"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

POWER

FAILURE MODE

FUNCTION

"SS"

SOFT START/STOP

DURATION

FUNCTION

"CT"

OPTIONS

LOW POWER MODE DISABLED

LOW POWER MODE #1

RADIO WILL WAKE AND ACTIVATE,
REVERSE LOOP WILL JUST WAKE

LOW POWER MODE #2 - RADIO OR
OPEN LOOP WILL WAKE AND ACTIVATE,
REVERSE LOOP WILL JUST WAKE

THE FIRE DEPARTMENT INPUT

WILL ALWAYS WAKE UP CONTROLLER

OPTIONS

SET TO FAIL SAFE MODE

SET TO FAIL SECURE MODE

SET TO OPEN IMMEDIATE MODE

SET TO CLOSE

IMMEDIATE MODE

OPTIONS

SOFT START DISABLED

SET SOFT START DURATION TIME

FROM 1 TO 10 SECONDS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

PRESS ENTER TO START THE CYCLE COUNT DISPLAY

1ST DISPLAY

2ND DISPLAY 3RD DISPLAY 4TH DISPLAY

DC MODELS

ONLY

DC MODELS

ONLY

DC MODELS

ONLY

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EXAMPLE ABOVE SHOWS 10,420 CYCLES

DECIMAL POINT LIT
ON 4TH DISPLAY

RESET CYCLE

COUNT

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NOTE: PRESS ENTER FOR 2 SECONDS
WHILE THE "CT" FUNCTION IS DISPLAYED
TO RESET THE CYCLE COUNT TO ZERO

Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Maintenance Alert Trigger

The Controller has a MAINT ALERT indicator that can be programmed
to light when the number of activations exceeds a set number of cycles.

The factory default sets the Maintenance Alert Trigger to 10,000 cycles.
The Maintenance Alert Trigger can be programmed for 5, 10, 15, or 25
thousand cycles.

The Maintenance Cycle Count can be reset independently from the
operator’s absolute Cycle Count.

Mid-travel Stop Position

The Controller can be programmed so the gate will stop at a mid-travel
point instead of fully opening. This can be useful in installations where a
large gate, that takes a long time to open and close fully, only needs to
be opened partway to allow traffi c to pass.

The factory default sets the Controller for full open operation. Alternately,
the Controller can be programmed to open for 1 to 99 seconds then stop,
before reaching the open limit.

When a Mid-travel Stop Position time has been programmed, the gate
will still fully open if the Fire Department input is triggered, if the OPEN
button is held down beyond the Mid-travel Stop Position, or a close
obstruction or reverse loop input is triggered.

Anti-tailgate Enable

The factory default sets the Anti-tailgate Enable to OFF. With this setting,
during a gate cycle, after the shadow loop has been triggered by the
vehicle and then has cleared after the vehicle passes, the Auto Close
Timer or a CLOSE command is required to begin closing the gate.

If the Anti-tailgate Enable is set to ON, the gate will close immediately
as soon as the shadow loop has cleared. Any subsequent shadow loop
triggers while the gate is closing will stop the gate. When the shadow loop
clears, the gate will continue closing.

Motor Type Selection

The factory sets the default for the Controller to match the type of motor
in the operator. When the Controller is used with the Model LRA

Linear Residential Actuator leave this setting at the factory default.

FUNCTION

"MA"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

MAINTENANCE

ALERT TRIGGER

FUNCTION

"MT"

MID-TRAVEL

STOP POSITION

FUNCTION

"AT"

ANTI-TAILGATE

ENABLE

OPTIONS

DISABLES THE MAINTENANCE ALERT
FUNCTION

SETS THIS MAINTENANCE ALERT TRIGGER
FOR 5, 10, 15, OR 25 THOUSAND CYCLES

RESETS THE MAINTENANCE ALERT
INDICATOR AND SETS THE MAINTENANCE
ALERT COUNT TO ZERO

OPTIONS

MID-TRAVEL STOP DISABLED
(GATE RUNS FULL TRAVEL)

SET LENGTH OF OPENING TIME
FROM 1 TO 99 SECONDS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

ANTI-TAILGATE ENABLE OFF
GATE REQUIRES AUTO OR MANUAL CLOSE

ANTI-TAILGATE ENABLE ON
GATE CLOSES WHEN SHADOW LOOP CLEARS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

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FUNCTION

"MO"

LEAVE THE CONTROLLER SET FOR

DC MOTOR OPERATION WITH

SOFT START/STOP FOR

ALL MODEL LRA INSTALLATIONS

MOTOR TYPE

SELECTION

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Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Radio Enable

The Controller contains a built-in MegaCode® radio receiver to allow
activation from up to 40 access control transmitters and two Model MGT
(gate edge) transmitters. The factory default enables the internal radio
receiver. Alternately, the internal receiver can be disabled.

Antenna Installation

The Controller is supplied with a local whip antenna. Connect it to the
ANTENNA connector. If using a remote antenna, connect coax cable
from the antenna to the ANTENNA connector.

Radio Transmitter Learn

The Controller’s built-in MegaCode® radio receiver can store the IDs of up to
40 transmitters. Refer to the fi gure for the steps required to learn transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if the transmitter memory

is full, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

Radio Transmitter Delete

Transmitters can be deleted from the Controller’s memory either
individually, or all at the same time. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to delete transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if no transmitters are

stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Learn

The Controller supports one or two Model MGT Obstacle Transmitters.
The transmitters can be programmed to function as Open Obstruction,
Close Obstruction, Reverse, or Stop. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to learn MGT transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if two MGT transmitters

are already stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Delete

MGT transmitters can be deleted from the Controller’s memory either
individually, or all at the same time. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to delete MGT transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if no MGT transmitters are

stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

Reset Controller to Factory Defaults

The Controller can be reset with this function. ALL PROGRAMMED
DATA WILL BE LOST, and the factory defaults will be loaded. This

function will not erase radio transmitters, current sense values, or motor
type. Transmitters must be deleted with the two functions above.

FUNCTION

"RA"

RADIO

ENABLE

FUNCTION

"TL"

LEARN

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"TD"

DELETE

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"ML"

LEARN MGT

TRANSMITTERS

OPTIONS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

ENTER

ENTER

ENTER

UP DOWN

OR

ENTER

ENTER

OR

UP DOWN

ENTER

INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER DISABLED

INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER ENABLED

PRESS ENTER (ONCE FOR EACH TRANSMITTER,
UP TO 40 TRANSMITTERS TOTAL)

"TL" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE
THE CONTROLLER IS READY TO
LEARN A TRANSMITTER

ACTIVATE THE TRANSMITTER

DISPLAY WILL SHOW "- -" THEN THE
TRANSMITTER ID NUMBER - IF TRANSMITTER
IS ALREADY ENTERED, "dU" WILL BE DISPLAYED,
IF DECODE IS BAD "ERROR" WILL BE DISPLAYED

PRESS ENTER

"TD" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE THE CONTROLLER
IS READY TO DELETE ONE OR MORE TRANSMITTERS,
(TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING ANY, PRESS ENTER)

TO DELETE ALL TRANSMITTERS, PRESS ENTER FOR
2 SECONDS, OR TO PICK TRANSMITTERS GO TO NEXT STEP

PRESS UP OR DOWN TO SCROLL THROUGH THE LIST
OF TRANSMITTER ID NUMBERS

THE TRANSMITTER ID NUMBER IS DISPLAYED
(TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING, PRESS ENTER)
(TO PICK A DIFFERENT TRANSMITTER ID, PRESS UP OR DOWN)

PRESS ENTER FOR 2 SECONDS TO DELETE THE
TRANSMITTER DISPLAYED

PRESS ENTER, "ML" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE
THE CONTROLLER IS READY TO LEARN AN MGT
TRANSMITTER

ACTIVATE THE MGT TRANSMITTER, THE DISPLAY WILL
FLASH "rE" - IF THE TRANSMITTER IS ALREADY ENTERED,
"DU" WILL BE DISPLAYED, IF DECODE IS BAD "ERROR" WILL
BE DISPLAYED

PRESS UP OR DOWN TO SELECT THE MGT FUNCTION:
"rE" = REVERSE "St" = STOP
"OP" = OPEN OBSTRUCTION "CL" = CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

PRESS ENTER TO ACCEPT THE SELECTION

DISPLAY WILL SHOW "--" FOR 5 SECONDS, THEN SHOW THE
TRANSMITTER'S ID NUMBER - REPEAT STEPS FOR
SECOND MGT TRANSMITTER IF USED

FUNCTION

WHILE "CL" IS DISPLAYED, PRESS ENTER

"CL"

ENTER

ALL PROGRAMMED DATA WILL BE CLEARED
AND THE FACTORY DEFAULTS WILL BE
STORED IN MEMORY.

NOTE: THIS FUNCTION WILL NOT ERASE
TRANSMITTERS, CURRENT SENSE VALUES,
OR MOTOR TYPE.

RESET TO

FACTORY DEFAULTS

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FUNCTION

"MD"

ERASE MGT

TRANSMITTERS

ENTER

ENTER

PRESS ENTER

"MD" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE THE CONTROLLER
IS READY TO DELETE ALL MGT TRANSMITTERS

TO DELETE ALL MGT TRANSMITTERS, PRESS ENTER FOR
2 SECONDS, (TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING ANY, QUICKLY
PRESS ENTER)

THE DISPLAY WILL SHOW "DELETE ALL" AND THE
CONTROLLER RETURNS TO PROGRAMMING MODE

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Loop Layout Illustration

LOOP

SEALANT

3/8"

MULTIPLE TURNS

FOR DETAILS

REFER TO LOOP

INSTALLATION NOTES

WALL PARTIALLY

2" MAX.

2"

SHOWN FOR CLARITY

FOOT

AT LEAST SIX TIMES PER

TWIST WIRE FROM END OF

LOOPS BACK TO OPERATOR

6 FT.

GATE

OPEN

SHOWN

PARTIALLY

4 FT.

MINIMUM

A MINIMUM OF 4' CLEARANCE FROM

GATE'S FULLY OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION

NOTE: POSITION SHADOW LOOP WITH

BETWEEN ENTRY AND EXIT REVERSING LOOPS. THE DISTANCE

NOTE: POSITION SHADOW LOOP APPROXIMATELY HALF WAY

VEHICLE TYPE WHICH IS EXPECTED TO USE THIS GATE.

BETWEEN THE SHADOW LOOP AND EXIT/REVERSING LOOPS

SHOULD NEVER EXCEED THE LENGTH OF THE SHORTEST

AT CORNERS

USE RELIEF CUTS

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SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN

GATE REQUIRED

7 FT. MINIMUM DISTANCE

AWAY FROM GATE

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Safety Edge Layout Illustration

1

6

4

3

5

2

1 GATE (REFERENCE ONLY)

2 EDGE

3 EDGE EXTRUSION

4 SPACERS (3)

ITEM DESCRIPTION

5 8-32 X 1" SCREWS (3)

6 RETAINING BRACKET

REVERSING EDGE

ASSEMBLY CLOSE-UP

RECEIVER FOR GATE EDGE TRANSMITTER

BUILT INTO CONTROLLER

GATE EDGE

TRANSMITTER #2

EDGES MOUNTED ACROSS

BOTTOM OF GATE

EDGE MOUNTED ON

OF GATE

LEADING OUTSIDE EDGE

GATE EDGE

TRANSMITTER #1

OR TO WIRELESS GATE EDGE TRANSMITTERS

WIRE EDGES SHOWN TO THE CLOSE OBSTRUCTION INPUT ONLY

WARNING

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 six 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.

A hardwired contact sensor shall be located and its

wiring arranged so that the communication between

the sensor and the gate operator is not subjected to

mechanical damage.

A wireless contact sensor such as one that transmits

radio frequency (RF) signals to the gate operator for

entrapment protection functions shall be located where

the transmission of the signals are not obstructed or

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7FT. MINIMUM DISTANCE

GATE REQUIRED

AWAY FROM GATE

impeded by building structures, natural landscaping

or similar obstruction. A wireless contact sensor shall

function under the intended end-use conditions.

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SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN

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Photoeye Installation Illustration

BEAM PATH

MAY EXIST DEPENDING ON EACH SPECIFIC

SENSING DEVICES. OTHER AREAS OF ENTRAPMENT

OF CONTACT OR NON-CONTACT OBSTRUCTION

TO POSSIBLE LOCATIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION

THIS DRAWING IS INTENDED TO DRAW ATTENTION

SO THAT NUISANCE TRIPPING IS MINIMIZED.

CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO POSITION PHOTOEYES

INSTALLATION.

SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED

7 FT. MINIMUM DISTANCE AWAY FROM GATE

(WIRE TO REVERSE)

PHOTOEYE REVERSE APPLICATION

BEAM PATH

(WIRE TO OPEN OBSTRUCTION)

OBSTRUCTION DETECTING APPLICATION

BEAM PATH

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(WIRE TO CLOSE OBSTRUCTION)

OBSTRUCTION DETECTING APPLICATION

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REFER TO CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DETAILS

Gate Operation

Operation Indications

Open Button

Opens the gate. If the Controller is programmed to stop opening the
gate at mid-travel, a constant press of the OPEN button will override the
Mid-travel Stop and completely open the gate. If the Auto Close Timer is
set, it will be suspended until the OPEN button is released.

Close Button

Closes the gate if the gate is open. Also closes the gate if the gate is in
the process of opening.

Stop Button

Stops the gate from opening or closing at any time.

Single Input

Opens the gate if it’s closed and closes the gate if it’s open (open-close
programming option). Activating the input while the gate is moving will
reverse the gate.

Can be programmed to stop the gate while the gate is moving (open­stop-close programming option).

Fire Department Input

Fully opens the gate when the input is activated. Overrides the Mid-travel
Stop and Auto Close Timer (if either is programmed for the gate). The
gate will lockout in the open position without sounding the alarm. Press
the STOP button to release the lockout.

Open Input

Functions the same as the OPEN button.

Open Obstruction

While the gate opening, any open obstruction signal will cause the gate
to stop, reverse a short distance, and then stop again. The Auto Close
Timer will be disabled, and a renewed input will be required to start the
gate again. Should the gate be restarted and the obstacle signal occur
again prior to reaching a limit, the gate will stop again, lockout, and sound
the emergency alarm.

Close Obstruction

Same as the open obstruction, but in the closing direction.

During normal operation, the Controller’s displays will
indicate current operating conditions and status.

Power-up Display

When the Controller powers up, dashes will show on the
display, then the fi rmware version number, then the gate
type (SL for slide and swing gates).

Exiting programming restarts the Controller. The power-up
display will show upon the restart.

Idle Condition

While the Controller is idling, waiting for a command, the
display will show circulating dashes.

For DC models only - Clockwise : Batteries discharging,
Counterclockwise : Batteries charging

Last Gate Position/Condition

When the gate moves or stops, the display will show the
status for up to one minute.

• Stop is displayed as St

• Full Close is displayed as FC

• Full Open is displayed as FO

• Entrapment is displayed as En

Pre-start Delay

During the pre-start delay, the display will countdown the
number of seconds remaining before the operator starts.

Reverse Delay

If the gate travel direction is reversed from a user activation or
reversing device, and a reverse delay is set, the display will count
down the delay time in seconds before the operator restarts.

Run Timer

While the gate is opening or closing, the number of seconds
running time is displayed.

Reverse Input

If the reverse input is triggered while the gate is closing, the gate will
reverse to the full open position. If the Auto Close Timer is set, when the
reverse input is cleared, the gate will close when the Auto Close Timer
expires.

Open Loop

Functions the same as the OPEN button.

Reverse Loop

Functions the same as the reverse input.

Shadow/Reset Loop

Holds the gate fully open or fully closed while triggered. If open, the gate
closes immediately when cleared if Anti-tailgate is enabled.

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Error Indications

During abnormal operation, the Controller’s displays and
beeper will indicate the error condition that has occurred.

Entrapment

If an entrapment condition occurs detected by two repeated
open or close obstruction triggers, the Controller will lock
the operator out. The beeper will sound constantly and the
gate will not operate. To reset the Controller press the STOP
button or press the RESET button on the control box.

WARNING

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

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Trouble

If any MGT transmitters are used with the operator, their
supervision feature will alert the Controller if there is any
trouble with the transmitter. MGT transmitters send hourly
status reports and will send low battery reports when the
transmitter has a low battery. The MGT transmitters also
have a tamper detection switch that will trigger when their
case is opened.

When the Controller detects a low transmitter battery, a
tamper signal, or missing transmitter status reports, the
gate will still operate normally, but the beeper will change
as follows:

• The Pre-start Alarm will beep twice as fast.

• The Run Alarm will beep twice as fast and continue for fi ve minutes
after the gate stops.

• The sounder will “chirp” every fi ve seconds when the gate is idle.

Correct the trouble (close case, replace battery, or replace
transmitter) to clear the obstacle transmitter trouble
indications.

Maximum Run Time Exceeded

If the Maximum Run Time is exceeded, the Controller stops
the operator the same as if a double obstacle has occurred
in an entrapment condition. The entrapment alarm sounds
constantly, and is cleared by pressing the STOP button or the
RESET button on the cover. After the STOP or RESET button
is pressed, because the Maximum Run Time has been
exceeded, the sounder will beep twice every fi ve seconds.
The next operation of the gate will clear the indication.

CONTROLLER ERROR CAUSES AND INDICATIONS

ERROR CAUSE ERROR INDICATION HOW TO CLEAR

TWO SAFETY
REVERSALS (ON
SINGLE GATE OR ON
EITHER DUAL GATE)

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED ON
OPENING

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED ON
CLOSING

COMM LINK FAILURE

GATE FULL OPEN
RESULTING FROM FIRE
DEPT INPUT

FAIL SAFE OR FAIL
SECURE BECAUSE
OF BATTERY VOLTAGE
DROP BELOW 21.6 VDC
DUE TO AC POWER
LOSS

OTHER CONTROLLER
IN ENTRAPMENT (DUAL
GATE)

LOW AC VOLTAGE AT
CONTROLLER

INPUT TRIGGERED
DURING ENTRAPMENT
LOCKOUT

COMPATIBILITY
PROBLEM

EEPROM PROBLEM En 10, GATE DISABLED

DC MOTOR MISMATCH En 11, GATE DISABLED

MOTOR FAILURE En 12, GATE DISABLED REPLACE MOTOR

AC POWER LOSS
IN OPEN OR CLOSE
IMMEDIATE POWER FAIL
MODE

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED AFTER AC
POWER LOSS

MGT SUPERVISORY
CONDITION (TAMPER,
LOW BATTERY, MISSING
HOURLY STATUS)

En 00, CONTINUOUS
ALARM BEEPER, GATE
DISABLED

En 01, AND MAX RUN
LED, CONTINUOUS
ALARM BEEPER, GATE
DISABLED

En 02, AND MAX RUN
LED, CONTINUOUS
ALARM BEEPER, GATE
DISABLED

En 03, AND COMM
LINK LED, CONTINUOUS

ALARM BEEPER FOR
1 MINUTE, GATE
DISABLED (EXCEPT FOR
FIRE DEPT INPUT)

En 04, GATE DISABLED PRESS STOP BUTTON

En 05, GATE DISABLED

En 06, GATE DISABLED

En 07, GATE DISABLED

En 08, GATE DISABLED PRESS STOP BUTTON

En 09, GATE DISABLED

En 13

En 14

FAST BEEPS DURING
PRESTART, FAST BEEP
RUN ALARM, CHIRP
EVERY 5 SECONDS AT
IDLE

PRESS STOP BUTTON

PRESS STOP BUTTON,
CLEARS CONTINUOUS
ALARM, THEN DOUBLE
BEEP EVERY 5
SECONDS UNTIL NEXT
OPERATION

PRESS STOP BUTTON,
CLEARS CONTINUOUS
ALARM, THEN DOUBLE
BEEP EVERY 5
SECONDS UNTIL NEXT
OPERATION

COMM LINK NOT USED
IN LRA DUAL GATE
INSTALLATIONS. BE
SURE APEX IS SET FOR
SINGLE GATE.

BATTERY VOLTAGE
MUST RISE ABOVE 24
VDC

CLEAR ENTRAPMENT
ON OTHER
CONTROLLER (PRESS
STOP)

RESTORE AC POWER
TO NORMAL LEVEL

UPDATE FIRMWARE AND
RESET BOTH PAIRED
CONTROLLERS

TRY RESET, CALL TECH.
SUPPORT

REPROGRAM MOTOR
TYPE OR CHANGE DC
MOTOR BOARD, NEXT
GATE MOVEMENT WILL
RETRY DC MOTOR
CHECK

REAPPLY AC POWER

BATTERY VOLTAGE
MUST RISE ABOVE 24
VOLTS

CLEARS WHEN MGT
CONDITION CLEARS

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Troubleshooting

Contacting Technical Support

For technical questions regarding Linear gate operators, contact the
Technical Services Department at:

1-800-421-1587 from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM Pacifi c time

Operator fails to start

A. Make sure you have power at the master distribution

panel and that the power has not been turned off.

B. If the “Reset to Factory Defaults” (CL) programming step

has been used, ensure the motor type (MO) has been
set to d2 and open (OC) and closed currents (CC) have
been set.

Motor operates, but gate does not move

A. Make sure all mounting hardware is still attached and

that all fasteners are tight.

B. Check that the actuator worm gear is moving. If it isn’t,

the gears in the drive may have stripped.

Motor sounds like it is working harder than normal

A. Make sure the gate is moving freely and without binding

throughout its entire travel.

Gate staying open with automatic system

A. If there are vehicle detectors used with the operator, one

of the loops or loop detectors may be sending a false
signal or needs to be reset. Observe the indicators on
the loop detector. Unplug the detector and try running
the operator.

B. An opening or reversing device may be stuck or

malfunctioning. Try disconnecting these devices and
hook them back up one at a time and try running the
operator until the malfunctioning device is found.

Gate stopping part way open or closed
(but no visible obstruction)

A. The Controller may have received a false obstruction

input triggered by current sensing set too low. Make sure
the gate moves freely through its entire travel before
adjusting the current sensing.

B. The Maximum Run Timer may have counted down and

expired. This can be caused by having the timer set
too low. When the timer expires, the gate stops and the
beeper will sound.

C. An obstruction signal from an accessory wired to the

obstruction input may have triggered falsely. Check the
control board for lit indicators for any of the following
inputs: safety, shadow/reset, open obstruction, close
obstruction, stop, etc. If any are lit when the operator
should be running, remove all devices hooked to that
function and hook them up one at a time and try to run
the operator until the problem device is found. Refer to
Page 8 for details on the control board indicators.

How to Order Replacement Parts

Use the part numbers listed on the following pages.

Contact your local Linear dealer or distributor to order parts.

1. Supply the model number and serial number of your operator.

2. Specify the quantity of pieces needed and order by part number and name of part.

3. State whether to ship by freight, truck, parcel post, UPS or air express.

4. State whether transportation charges are to be prepaid or collect.

5. Specify name and address of person or company to whom parts are to be shipped.

6. Specify name and address of person or company to whom invoice is to be sent

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Model LRA Replacement Parts

KIT #4

44

KIT #3

2

HARDWARE KIT

90

30

1

28

91

KIT #2

27

65

63

101

17

92

101

2500-2436

95

94

25

96

97

99

17

LRA COMPLETE ARM

WORM DRIVE CAP,

TRAVELER, & GATE

BRACKET KIT

KIT #1

31

33

101

POST

32

BRACKET

17

KIT

99

26

GATE BRACKET KIT

64

MODEL LRA ARM MECHANICAL PARTS LIST

REF. # PART # ITEM # REPLACEMENT PART QTY.

99 Gate Bracket 1

KIT #1

Gate Bracket Kit

KIT #2

Traveler, Cap, &

Gate Bracket Kit

KIT #3

Post Bracket Kit

KIT #4

Hardware Kit

KIT #5

Limit Switch Kit

63 2500-2471 Release Key Only 1

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2500-2470

2500-2479

2500-2469

2500-2478

2510-461

2500-2436 Complete LRA Arm (w/o Controller) 1

64 Magnet Holder 1
17 Seeger Ring D25 1

101 Spacer 1

26 Limit Magnet 2

99 Gate Bracket 1
96 Arm Cap 1
94 Traveler 1
97 Self-tapping Screw 4x18 2

25 Self-tapping Screw 5x20 3
17 Seeger Ring D25 1

101 Spacer 1

95 Self-lubricating Bushing 1
92 Traveler Shell 2
91 Locknut 1

28 Washer 2
30 Bushing 30
90 Seeger Ring D12 1

2 Operator Bracket 1

1 Operator Bracket Pin 1
31 Bolt 3
32 Locknut 3
33 Post Bracket 1
65 Wiring Cover 1
44 Self-Tapping Screw 3
17 Seeger Ring D25 1

101 Spacer 1

27 O-ring 1
63 Release Key 1
29 Reed Sensor 1
66 Sensor Cover 1
21 Wire Holder 2

7 Self-Tapping Screw 1

MODEL LRA CONTROLLER MECHANICAL PARTS LIST

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

2500-2474 Arm-to-Controller Cable, By Foot
2100-2119 Apex LRA Mounting Plate
2500-2472 Controller Enclosure (Complete w/o Apex Module)
2500-2476 24 Volt Plug-in Transformer

2520-518 Controller (Complete)

2500-2511 Apex Dual Capable DC Motor Module

LRA2 DUAL GATE KIT

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

Second LRA arm kit for dual-gate installations
(kit includes one LRA arm, 40-feet of cable, and wiring
strain-relief bushing)

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Preventative Maintenance

WARNING

Always disconnect power from operator before servicing.
Keep clear of gate during operation.

General

Linear gate operators are designed for many years of
trouble-free operation and, under recommended operating
conditions, will require only minimal maintenance. To ensure
that a unit is ready for operation at all times, and to preclude
serious damage or failure, inspect the unit systematically.
Proper adjustments and lubrication should be made as
recommended.

Lubrication

✓ Motor — Motors have sealed ball bearings and do not

require further lubrication.

✓ Post Bracket Pin & Traveler Shaft — Lubricate the

front and back pivot points with a lithium complex-based
grease.

✓ Actuator Body — Wipe down the unit with a clean rag.

✓ Control Cable — Inspect the operator to control box

cable for cracks in the insulation, breaks, or other signs
of failure. Check all connection points. Replace cable if
necessary.

6-Month Preventative Maintenance

1. Inspect all nuts and bolts for proper tightness and tighten
as necessary.

2. Check all reversing devices for proper function. Inspect
all contact edges for wear and replace if required. Check
photoeyes for proper alignment and function.

3. Check current sensing for proper adjustment when
fi nished with inspection and maintenance.

4. Inspect the installation area. Are all the warning signs
intact and visible? If they are missing or need replaced,
contact Linear. Be sure there are no control stations
mounted within reach of the gate. Review safety literature
with the customer and advise them to remove any such
stations found.

Battery Maintenance

The gel-cell batteries in this operator require no routine
maintenance. For assured continued performance, they
should be replaced every year. If power is to be removed
for one week or more, disconnect the negative wire from the
batteries as this will prevent deep discharging. Fully charge
before use after storage or upon initial installation.

FCC Notice

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 and Industry
Canada Rules & Regulations. 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.

For all gate operators, you must inspect the gate for proper
operation. The gate should move easily without binding through
its entire travel. If the gate does bind, adjust or fi x as required.
Failure to keep the gate in good working condition will have adverse
effects on the operator.

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Gate Operator Installation Checklist

INSTALLER CUSTOMER

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1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions.

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2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have

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3. The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing

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4. If pedestrian traffi c is expected, a separate pedestrian gate has been

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5. Warning signs have been installed on each side of the gate in highly visible locations.

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6. There are no controls installed on the gate operator, or within seven feet of the gate.

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7. The installer has properly adjusted the obstruction sensing feature and has tested

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contact and/or non-contact obstruction sensing devices installed.

devices, in compliance with UL325 requirements for this installation.

installed, a minimum of seven feet from the gate. The customer has been
informed that all pedestrian traffi c must use the pedestrian gate.

The customer has been informed that these signs must remain at all times.

the gate to make sure that the gate stops and reverses a short distance with minimal
resistance applied (40 lbs. on a swing gate at the end of the gate, 75 lbs. on a slide gate)

By signing this installation checklist, I/we hereby certify that each item listed and checked above has been covered by the
installer and is clearly understood by the customer.

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8. The installer has instructed the customer in the proper use of the gate operator and reviewed

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9. The installer has instructed the customer in the proper use of the operator’s

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10. The installer has reviewed all safety instructions with the customer, and has left

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11. The installer has answered any questions the customer has regarding the

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12. The installer has explained to the customer that a regular maintenance

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all of the operational functions, obstruction sensing devices, warning beeper and reset, etc.

manual disconnect feature. The manual disconnect must never be used
while the gate is in motion. The power switch must be turned off before
using the manual disconnect and disengaging the operator.

the safety instructions and owner’s information sheets for their reference.

operation of the gate operator and gate operator safety precautions.

schedule for both the gate and the gate operator is recommended.

Customer’s Signature

Installer’s Signature

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