FAAC PAT1AC User Manual

USAutomatic

PATRIOT

High Quality Low Voltage

Vehicular Swing Gate Operator

Solar or AC Charged

PATRIOT I Single Swing Gate Operator PATRIOT II Dual Swing Gate Operator

Installation/Owners Manual

PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA

www.usautomatic.com

INTRODUCTION

This operator is intended to be installed on vehicular Class I or Class II gates as defined by UL-325. Maximum gate load should not exceed 650 pounds.

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. Perform the installation in step-by-step order you will achieve optimal results. We

strongly recommend that all installation and service personnel pay particularly close attention to the safety systems section of this manual and UL-325. In addition to the current sense feature that is provided, other safety devices are necessary to make each particular installation as safe as possible to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or property damage. A trained and authorized service technician or the factory should be consulted for assistance.

Cautions - Very Important

 Do not attempt to enter the gate area while the gate is moving. Wait until the gate comes

to a complete stop.

 Operate the gate only when it is fully visible, free of persons or obstructions, and

properly adjusted.

 Do not allow children to play in the area of the gate. Do not allow anyone to ride on the

gate.

 Do not allow children to play with the remote/transmitter or any other activation

device.

 Do not attempt to "beat the gate" while the gate is opening or closing. This is

extremely dangerous.

 Test the current sense feature and all safety devices regularly to insure correct

operation.

 Study the entire Safety Section (page 22-25), paying particularly close attention to the

Entrapment zones on page 23-25 and be aware of these areas not only during use but also during any adjustments to the unit.

 The USAutomatic battery charger is designed to operate with +12 vdc battery rated at

33-amp hour minimum. Maintenance free lead acid, Gel type or AGM batteries are recommended.

 Modifying the charger AC supply cord will void the charger warranty.

Other Safety Standards

 All control stations should be located at least 6 feet from any moving part of the gate

or operator.

 Never install any control device where a user will be tempted to reach through the

gate or fence to activate a gate.

without the expressed written consent of the publisher.

Table Of Contents Page

Introduction ............................................................................................. 1

Table of Contents .................................................................................... 2

General Requirements/Gate Qualifications & Applications ................... 3

Importance of a Properly Designed Gate ................................................ 4

Mounting Site Review ............................................................................. 4

Parts Included List ................................................................................... 5

Hinge Mount Tube Installation/Pull to Open .......................................... 6

Hinge Mount Tube Installation/Push to Open/Vertical Height .............. 7

Gate Bracket Installation/Pull to Open ................................................... 8

Gate Bracket Installation/Push to Open/Diagrams ................................. 9

Mounting the Control Box/Splicing Actuator Cable ............................. 10

Installation of Charging Device ............................................................. 11

Connecting Actuator Cable and Charging Device to battery ................. 11

Connecting Actuator Cable to Control Board. ....................................... 12

Current Sense Adjustment ...................................................................... 12

Control Board Dipswitch Setting Verification ....................................... 13

Operating the Gate ................................................................................. 13

Making Final Adjustments ..................................................................... 14

Installing Safety Placards/Installing Secondary Entrapment Siren ........ 14

Limit Switch Adjustment ....................................................................... 15

Control Board Terminal Description For Accessories ........................... 16

Function of Programming Switch Settings DS1 .................................... 17

Function of Programming Switch Settings DS2 .................................... 18

Emergency Manual Release ................................................................... 18

Programming Remote/Transmitter and Receiver............................. 19-21

Safety Section ................................................................................... 22-25

Periodic Service ...................................................................................... 26

Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................... 26-33

Accessory Wiring Information ......................................................... 34-36

Solar Friendly Photo Eye Wiring Diagram ............................................ 36

Warranty Statement .................................................................. Back Cover

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

General hand/tools such as combination wrenches, tape measure, level, clamps, etc. are required. Your particular installation may require a drill or other hardware not provided. Welding by a qualified welder is the recommended method of securing the linear actuator mounts to the gate and hinge post. Bolt on brackets is an option, but they must be very securely attached (i.e. carriage bolts with lock nuts and washers). Lag type bolts are not recommended. Loose or unstable operator mounts will result in improper operation.

BATTERY REQUIRED FOR OPERATION (NOT INCLUDED).

We recommend a +12 vdc maintenance free lead acid, Gel or AGM battery rated at a minimum of 33-amp hours. The actuator harness is equipped with 3/8” ring terminals designed to connect to bolt type battery posts. The USAutomatic charger is designed for this type of battery. Using a smaller amp hour battery may cause damage to the charging system.

IMPORTANT CAUTIONS:

1. Do not test or operate this unit without the actuator securely attached to the gate. Serious

damage to the actuator limit switch assembly may occur if attempted.

2. Do not perform any welding while the actuator cable is plugged into the control board or with

the battery connected. Serious damage to the control board and/or battery will occur if attempted.

3. Always disconnect the battery power from the unit prior to connecting any devices.

GATE QUALIFICATIONS/APPLICATIONS

GATE LENGTH/WEIGHT

This gate operator is rated for vehicular class I or class II swing gates up to 16 feet in length and up to 650 pounds in weight, as defined by UL-325. If your gate exceeds either one of these limits, please consult a qualified technician or the factory for alternative solutions. (Example: Convert one 20' gate into two 10' gates and use a dual gate operator.)

Note: The total gate opening normally cannot exceed 120 degrees. Consult a service technician or the factory if greater opening is required.

GATE CYCLES PER DAY

Solar charged systems have a limit on the number of cycles they can provide on a daily basis. System design must consider stand-by current consumption of all accessories and number of cycles expected per day. A solar operator will not need additional solar panels in most installations if solar friendly accessories are used. Contact the factory for help designing a solar friendly system. This actuator type opener, whether AC or Solar charged, should never be used in applications that require 150 or more complete open/close cycles per day. Holding the gate open can decrease cycles during high cycle time periods. A high traffic gate operator should be used if more cycles are required.

IMPORTANCE OF A PROPERLY DESIGNED GATE

As a general rule, an automatically operated gate must be stronger and smoother than a manually operated gate. Since the gate is a major component of the system, great care and concern must be given to the gate design.

A GATE OPERATOR CANNOT OVERCOME A POORLY DESIGNED GATE.

A. Does the gate swing smoothly without binds or excessive resistance? Swing gates

should swing level and plumb to prevent the operator from having to lift the gate open or closed. Swing gates should not require a wheel to support them. Wheels usually create drag, which will cause operator problems. A wheel is generally a sign of a weak hinge system or a weak gate frame.

B. Is the gate frame of substantial strength without excessive weight? Will the frame

withstand normal wind load conditions without sway or vibration? Will the gate

close correctly without being hand-guided or lifted to close? C. Are the hinges suited for the number of cycles expected per day? We recommend bearing type hinges to reduce friction drag. D. Will a reinforcement brace be required to attach the operator to the gate or does a suitable cross member exist in the gate design?

If any of these problems exist, they must be corrected to achieve a reliable automatic gate system.

MOUNTING SITE REVIEW

Installers should ask themselves these questions prior to installation and predetermine the solution to any problems which may occur.

A. Does sufficient space exist for mounting and future servicing of the operator and

control box? B. Will the unit push the gate open to the outside or pull the gate open to the inside? C. How will the actuator mounts be secured at the hinge and to the gate? D. How will the control box be mounted so it is secure enough to support the weight of

the battery and be located within 8 feet of the actuator arm to prevent splicing of the

actuator cable? E. How will power be brought to the control box if AC charged? E. How and where will the solar panel be mounted, if solar charged, so that optimum

sunlight is received?

G. How will exterior control wiring, if any, be brought to the control box? H. Have all safety concerns been addressed? (See Safety Section Pgs. 22-25)

PARTS INCLUDED

41 ½”

Cabinet with Control Board and Receiver

18”

Battery

Charger

One 4-Button visor

mount and two

4-Button key fob

remote/transmitters

* 2” X 2” X 17” Hinge Mount Tube

WARNING

8 ½”

18”

Solar Panel

* Gate Bracket

*Manual Release Pin And Clip

*Actuator Arm with 8 foot of Cable

Solar Panel with Bracket

and hardware

Sun Guard Charge Controller

*5- ½” washers

*1- ½” Locknuts

A Moving Gate Has The Potential Of Inflicting Serious Injury Or Death

Persons are to keep clear! The gate is able to be moved without prior warning. Do not let children operate the gate or play in the gate area. Persons are to operate the gate only when the gate area is in sight and free of people and obstructions.

2- Placards

* ½” X 4 ½” Bolt

Secondary

Entrapment Siren

+12vdc

 *For Patriot II quantity is doubled.  Additionally, 40’ of Master/Slave Actuator cable provided with the Patriot II  Placards (Two supplied) should be visible from inside and outside of gate.

NOTE: +12 Volt maintenance free lead acid, Gel or AGM battery recommended. 33-amp hour minimum required. (Not Included)

STEP 1 Hinge Mount Tube Installation

Use the diagrams in Figure 1 below to determine the type of installation and gatepost required. These diagrams show left hand installation - reverse for right hand installation. Figures 2 and 3 show installation for thick wall posts.

PULL TO OPEN POST TYPE PUSH TO OPEN

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

OPEN DIRECTION

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

OPEN DIRECTION

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

OPEN DIRECTION

FIGURE 1

4” round steel post. Saddle cut tube to fit.

Thin wall steel post. Add support to prevent twisting. Support not needed if using thick wall post as shown in Figure 2.

Wood post add metal plate bolt on with ½ inch Carriage bolts/washers/nuts.

Figure 1

OPEN DIRECTION

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

OPEN DIRECTION

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

OPEN DIRECTION

GATE IN CLOSED POSITION

STEP 2 Hinge Mount Tube Installation (Pull to Open Installation Top View)

Use dimensions in figure 2 to determine mounting location of Hinge mount tube, cut hinge mount tube as necessary to achieve correct mounting dimension. Option 1 offers maximum strength.

Option 1

GATE

B 13”

A 6”

Hinge mount tube cut as necessary to

achieve dimension needed.

Must be level in all directions for proper

alignment and operation.

Gate post 4” steel shown ¼” wall.

Option 2

A 6”

B 13”

HINGE

GATE

For 90 degree opening 6” and 13” as shown For 100 degree opening 7 1/2” and 12” For 110 degree opening 9” and 10 1/2” For 120 degree opening 11” and 8”

OPEN DIRECTION

Figure 2

STEP 2a Hinge Mount Tube Installation (Push to Open Installation Top View)

Use dimensions in figure 3 to determine mounting location of Hinge mount tube, cut hinge mount tube as necessary to achieve correct mounting dimension.

Gatepost 4” steel shown ¼” wall

Hinge mount tube cut as necessary to achieve dimension needed. Must be level in all directions for proper alignment and operation.

GATE

6”

11”

Regardless of method used, the hinge mount tube should be very secure since the entire force of the gate is directed to this mount. The post must be of adequate strength to resist twisting as well.

STEP 3 Hinge Mount Tube Installation (Vertical Height Positioning)

NOTE: The gate bracket vertical mounting location on the gate must be determined before installing

the hinge mount tube. The approximate distance from the hinge to the gate bracket mounting position is 55”. The exact location will be determined on page 8 or 9 under gate bracket installation step 4b or 4c depending on the installation type.

Now that the type of installation (Pull to Open or Push to Open) has been determined, the vertical height position of the hinge mount tube must be determined. Refer to page 9, figures 9 - 9D, to help determine the mounting location of the gate bracket, which is needed to determine the location of the hinge mount tube.

Once the approximate gate bracket location is determined, mark the center point of the gate bracket location on the gate.

Using a level, determine the centerline point on the gatepost that is level with the gate bracket centerline mark made previously. Mark the gatepost centerline point, see figure 4.

The topside of the hinge mount tube will be installed 5/8” below the centerline mark on the gatepost. Measure down 5/8” below the centerline point and mark the gatepost, see figure 4.

Before welding in place, ensure that the hinge mount tube is level in all directions.

NOTE: The top side of the hinge mount tube must be installed 5/8” below the centerline of the gate

bracket. This will ensure that the actuator is level when installed.

Gate Bracket 5/8 inch

Center Line

Hinge mount tube

Level

Gatepost

NOTE: The ½” hole in the hinge mount tube is the pivot point for the actuator rear adapter, it must

be correct for proper operation. Before welding in place verify dimensions in figure 2 or 3 depending on installation type.

Once the location of the hinge mount tube is verified, weld it in place.

OPEN DIRECTION

Figure 3

Figure 4

STEP 4 Gate Bracket Installation (Prepare Actuator for Installation)

NOTE: Do not operate the actuator before performing all installation steps. There is no need to

extend the actuator before all installation steps are complete. If you must operate the

actuator, ensure that the extension screw does not rotate while operating to avoid possible

actuator damage.

Assemble the Gate bracket to the actuator as shown in figure 5.

½ inch Manual Release Pin 2- ½” washers

Gate Bracket

Install clip to hold manual release pin in place.

Figure 5

STEP 4a Gate Bracket Installation (Installing the actuator)

Mount the actuator to the hinge mount tube as shown in Figure 6. The actuator can be installed upside down at this point to make limit switch adjustments needed later easier to access. Remember to flip actuator back to position shown in figure 6 after all adjustments are made.

4 ½” bolt

3 – ½” washers

½” self locking nut

Hinge mount tube

Figure 6

STEP 4b Gate Bracket Installation (PULL to Open Only)

The actuator is adjusted to the fully retracted or open position from the factory. Once the actuator is connected to the hinge mount tube, swing the gate to the desired open position and block in place to secure the gate. Move the actuator around so that the gate bracket can be attached to the gate. Ensure the gate is in the fully open position.

Clamp the gate bracket to the gate (verify actuator is level before welding). Be sure that your gate does not move while clamping. The location of the gate will set your open position. The actuator cylinder will be level if all steps were performed accurately. Weld gate bracket to the gate and verify actuator is still level.

GATE SECURED IN DESIRED OPEN POSITION

Figure 7

STEP 4c Gate Bracket Installation (PUSH to Open Only)

The actuator is adjusted to the fully retracted or closed position from the factory. Once the actuator is connected to the hinge mount tube, swing the gate to the desired closed position and block in place to secure the gate. Move the actuator around so that the gate bracket can be attached to the gate. Ensure the gate is in the fully closed position. Clamp the gate bracket to the gate (verify actuator is level before welding). Be sure that your gate does not move while clamping. The location of the gate will set your close position. The actuator cylinder will be level if all steps were performed accurately. Weld gate bracket to the gate and verify actuator is still level.

GATE SECURED IN DESIRED CLOSED POSITION

Weld while clamped

Figure 8

Diagrams for help in determining hinge mount tube vertical position and gate bracket installed position.

Correct Installation Incorrect Installation

Figure 9 Figure 9A

Figure 9B Figure 9C

IMPORTANT:

The gate bracket must be welded in an area that can withstand the full force of the gate. Do not simply weld across a few pickets or bending of the pickets will occur. Add a cross bar if necessary or weld the bracket to the gate frame.

Figure 9D

STEP 5 Mounting Control Box

When deciding where to mount the control box remember the actuator cable for the master gate is 8 feet in length. If possible mount the control box in a location that will allow the cable to be neatly routed. Do not splice cable for additional length unless absolutely necessary. If it must be longer than 8 feet see step 6.

Correct – Install control box to fence by welding Incorrect – Do not mount in areas by automatic sprinklers. or screws. If drilling is required remove control board All electronics must stay dry. and all electronic devices to avoid damage from metal shavings.

Figure 10

After securely mounting control box install battery and all electronic components. Install plastic grommet in the bottom of the control box (see figure 14) then route actuator cable through the bottom of control box and secure in place with strain relief provided. Do not connect to battery or control board at this time.

STEP 6 Splicing Master Actuator Cable (only if required)

If 8’ actuator cable must be spliced, a watertight junction box must be used to prevent moisture from splice. The wire used for the splice should be no smaller than the actuator cable wire provided. Use only approved wire nuts or crimp splices for connection. Make second splice inside control box. 5-conductor cable (2-12 gauge, 3-18 gauge wires). Extension cable is sold separately.

Junction Box (Watertight)

Figure 11

STEP 7 Splicing Slave Actuator Cable (Required on Patriot II installation)

Master Gate Slave Gate

40’ extension cable supplied. Junction Box Install watertight conduit from Driveway (watertight) Control box to junction box on Watertight Conduit Slave gatepost.

Important: The length of the slave cable should be as short as possible.

The supplied 40’ slave cable contains two 12 gauge wires and three 18 gauge wires. Cut the slave actuator cable to the desired len

th and splice the extension cable by matching the wire colors.

NOTE: Failure to install extension cable into watertight conduit and keep all connections dry will

result in future problems.

Figure 12

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