This document provides Important Safety Information, specications, and references along with
an overview of programming user and installer menu options, designing vehicle loop layouts,
troubleshooting, and maintaining the gate operator.
SlideDriver/SlideDriver 50VF
Site Installation Overview
Gate Face*
Use shims as needed
Grooved Drive Rail
Screen Safety Mesh on Gate Height: Per UL 325 and ASTM
F2200, all openings in a sliding gate up to a 72-inch (6 foot or
183 cm) height must be guarded or screened.
Support Post
Gate
SlideDriver
Concrete Pad
Drive Rail
Support Post
Wheel Cover
For clarity, safety mesh
is not shown
Limit
Ramp
Wheel Cover
SlideDriver
Drive
Rail
All models:
(except SD 200)
26" (66cm)
SlideDriver 200:
43¼" (109.5cm)
Height from top of
Drive Rail* to bottom
of gate operator.
All models:
9¼" (23.5cm) using standard AdvanceDrive™
wheels, 6 or 8 inch.
*NOTE: using XtremeDrive™ wheels, adjust
height along the length of the Drive Rail by
¼ to ½ inch which increases overall height
between 9¾ and 10 inches (24 to 25 cm).
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SlideDriver/SlideDriver 50VF Components
UC 2
USAGE CLASS
Board, Display
Detector, Vehicle
Board, Smart Touch
Board, Power Supply
Transformer
Contactor, Motor
Switch, Disconnect
Reset Switch, Internal
Reset Button, External
HY-5A Detector, Vehicle
Board, Power Supply
Board, Smart Touch
Transformer
Variable
Frequency Drive
(VFD) Power Unit
Switch, Disconnect
Reset Switch, Internal
Reset Button, External
Drive Arm, Motor Mount, Top
SlideDriver Control Box
Board, Display
SlideDriver 50VF Control Box
AdvanceDrive™ Wheel Kit
[Motor, Electric]
[Pump Pack]
Drive Arm, Pivot Kit
Cable, Ribbon
Buzzer, Piezo
Keypad
Chassis
Cover not shown
Drive Arm, Motor Mount, Bottom
Hose
Limit
Switches
Release,
Manual
Motor, Hydraulic
Combination AdvanceDrive
and XtremeDrive Wheels
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Motor, Electric, DC
Motor, Electric, AC
Contactor, Mercury
Motor Starting Kit
Breather cap
Vent plug
Vent plug
Valve, Braking
Braking Kit
Quick Disconnect, Socket
Valve, Relief
Sensor Kit, Inherent Entrapment
Valve Coil, Quick Stop
Valve, Quick Stop
Valve, Check, Endhead
Gauge, Pressure
AWOG
Valve, 2 Position Directional
Valve Coil, Directional
Reservoir
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Contents
SlideDriver Site Installation Overview ..............................................................................................................................ii
SlideDriver and SlideDriver 50VF Components ........................................................................................................ iii - iv
Contact Information .........................................................................................................................................................2
Notices and Bulletins .......................................................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................3
Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .......................................................................................................................6
Identifying Gate Operator Category and Usage Class ....................................................................................................7
Common Industrial Symbols ..........................................................................................................................................12
PoWer ..................................................................................................................13
Installing the Earth Ground ...........................................................................................................................................13
Site Considerations .....................................................................................................................................................14
Wiring AC Power ............................................................................................................................................................14
Turning the Power Switch ON .....................................................................................................................................15
Wire Sizing and Runs ......................................................................................................................................................16
Low Voltage Control Wiring ........................................................................................................................................16
Performance of 50VF-series Operators on 1 and 3 Phase, 50 or 60Hz.......................................................................19
Control Transformer Connections (Non-UPS) ...............................................................................................................21
DC Power Supply (UPS) Connections .............................................................................................................................22
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ModBus RTU in SlideDriver 50VF-series ........................................................................................................................27
Emergency Fast Operate (EFO) in SlideDriver 50VF-series ...........................................................................................28
Setting the Emergency Fast Close ..............................................................................................................................28
Installing a Push-Button Device for EFC ....................................................................................................................28
Emergency Fast Close Speeds ...................................................................................................................................28
control Panel overvieW .......................................................................................29
SlideDriver Wiring Diagram, D0266 REV B ....................................................................................................................30
Variable Speed Drive (VFD) Control Box .......................................................................................................................31
STC Board, Power Module and Display .........................................................................................................................33
DiSPlay & menu oPtionS ........................................................................................35
Understanding the Display and Keypad .......................................................................................................................35
Menu Mode and the STC Keypad ................................................................................................................................36
Menu Mode Navigation .................................................................................................................................................36
Run Mode and the STC Keypad ...................................................................................................................................37
Viewing Operator Status Displays ..................................................................................................................................37
Stop the Status Display Scrolling ................................................................................................................................38
Change the Display Contrast ......................................................................................................................................38
Check Time and Date .................................................................................................................................................38
User Menu ......................................................................................................................................................................39
User Menu: Table 1 ........................................................................................................................................................39
Installer Menu ................................................................................................................................................................41
Setting the Close Timer .................................................................................................................................................47
Test the Operator ...........................................................................................................................................................48
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Overview of the STC and Power Module .......................................................................................................................50
Integrating with Security Systems ..................................................................................................................................51
Photo Eye Function .....................................................................................................................................................64
Dual gate SyStemS ................................................................................................65
Connecting an Interlocked Pair (Dual Gate) ...................................................................................................................65
System Diagnostic Messages .........................................................................................................................................73
Typical Problems and Troubleshooting Procedures .......................................................................................................81
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general maintenance ...........................................................................................83
Smart Touch Analyze and Retrieve Tool (S.T.A.R.T.) .......................................................................................................83
What You Need ...........................................................................................................................................................83
Stopping the Gate .....................................................................................................................................................85
Starting the Gate .......................................................................................................................................................85
Hydraulic System Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................90
Open Valve .................................................................................................................................................................91
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Welcome to HySecurity
Thank you for purchasing our premium SlideDriver™ gate operator. HySecurity Gate, Inc. has manufactured some
of the nest, sturdiest, most innovative, and reliable hydraulic gate operators since the 1970s. We use the same
hydraulic technology common in the aircraft industry while incorporating software capabilities that far exceed the
competition.
All operator designs are tested for hundreds of thousands of cycles before being released to the market. Slide,
swing, trafc barrier, fortied crash barrier gate and vertical lift operators have all received rigorous testing and
certication. Security, low maintenance, exible conguration, and overall toughness are the foremost criteria for
all HySecurity products.
Our commitment to quality and innovation will become evident as the features and performance of the expertly
engineered and manufactured SlideDriver become familiar to you. Thank you again for the condence you’ve
shown in becoming part of the HySecurity family and in choosing a premium, industry-leading product.
HySecurity Gate, Inc. Headquarters in Kent, WA
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ContaCt InformatIon
Qualied HySecurity distributors are experienced and trained to assist in resolving any problems. For the name of
a qualied distributor near you, call HySecurity at 800-321-9947.
Before contacting your distributor or HySecurity Technical Support, obtain the serial number of your operator.
For information about HySecurity training for installers, maintenance personnel, and end users, refer to the
company website at www.hysecurity.com.
notICesand BulletIns
Installers should visit HySecurity’s online Technical Support page at www.hysecurity.com or contact HySecurity
prior to installing product to make sure they have received the most up-to-date information.
supplemental doCuments
The product literature is comprehensive and contains information needed to plan, install, operate and maintain
your gate operator. Additional general information concerning HySecurity gate operators can be obtained from
the following:
• HySecurity website www.hysecurity.com - Contains links to the product catalog, product order form,
operator manuals, operator software downloads, technical support bulletins and other useful information.
• S.T.A.R.T. - Smart Touch Analyze and Retrieve Tool - User’s Guide (D0049) detailing the extensive software,
diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities of the Smart Touch Controller board.
• Technical Bulletins (as applicable).
NOTE: Technical Bulletins are automatically issued to registered users of HySecurity products. The
product warranty registration card can be lled out online at www.hysecurity.com.
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Important safetY InformatIon
WARNING
Read all the product safety information prior to installation. Automatic gate operators move the gate with high
force and can cause serious injury and death! Make sure the automatic gate operator is installed to reduce the
risks of entrapment. Verify the gate operator is installed to comply with all safety standards and local and federal
regulations.
Understand that you as the site designer, installer, maintenance crew, or owner/user must consider the risks
associated with gate operators. Be sure to take responsibility, read, and follow the Important Safety Information
in this manual and review all the literature that accompanies the product.
Hazards, associated with automatic gates, can be reduced with proper site design, installation, and use. Installers,
maintenance crews, and owners/users must read and follow the safety requirements found in the HySecurity
product manuals.
It is important that only qualied installers handle the installation of the HySecurity equipment and gate operator.
A “qualied” installer has one of the following:
• A minimum of three years experience installing similar equipment
• Proof of attending a HySecurity Technical Training seminar within the past three years
• Signicant manufacturer endorsements of technical aptitude in gate operator installation and operation
Underwriter Laboratories (UL) and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) are responsible for
current safety standards and regulations regarding automatic vehicular gate operators. To pass certication, all
aspects of gate operator and gate installation must comply with the appropriate safety standards.
For the most up-to-date ASTM F2200 Gate and Fence Standards, refer to www.astm.org.
For UL 325 Safety Standards, refer to www.ul.com.
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WARNING
A moving gate or barrier arm, bollard, or wedge can cause serious injury or death.
To reduce the risk of injury or death:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Read the gate operator’s product manual and review all the
product labels and literature prior to installing, operating, or maintaining the automatic gate operator.
2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep all remote controls, especially radio
transmitters, away from children. Do not allow children to play on or around the gate or gate operators.
3. Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE
MOVING GATE. Start the gate operator only when a gate’s travel path is clear.
4. Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an
object activates the non-contact sensors. After adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the gate
operator. Perform routine tests of the entrapment protection sensors, such as photo eyes and gate edges.
Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk of injury or death.
5. Use the emergency release only when the gate is not moving.
6. KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the product manuals. Have a qualied service person make
repairs to gate hardware and replace batteries in accessory or entrapment sensory devices on a regular
basis.
7. The automated gate entry is for vehicle use only. Pedestrians must use a separate entrance. Make sure a
separate walk-through entrance is nearby. Make certain a clear pedestrian path is designated and signs
direct pedestrians to the walk-through gate.
8. Install the supplied WARNING signs on the inside and outside of the gate or barrier gate/operator so they
are clearly visible from both the secure and public sides. Installing the signs is a requirement for UL 325
compliance.
Safety - Additional Installer Responsibility
• Verify the gate operator usage class for the site. For all gate operators other than Crash-rated, refer to Identifying Gate Operator Category and Usage Class in this product manual. Install the operator only
when the gate operator class is correct for the site, size, and type of gate.
• The gate operator must be properly grounded and the incoming power voltage must match the voltage
label on the junction box.
• Install an automatic operator only on gates that comply with ASTM F2200 Gate and Fence Standards.
Screen or enclose openings in the gate per UL 325 Safety Standards which include:
All horizontal slide gates must guard or screen openings from the gate’s base support to a minimum
height of 6 feet (183 cm) above the ground. This must prevent a sphere of 2¼-inches (57 mm) in
diameter from passing through an opening in the gate or the adjacent fence that is covered in the
gate’s open position.
Physical stops must exist in the gate construction to prevent over-travel in both directions and, for
slide gates, guard posts must be installed to prevent the gate from falling in the event of a roller
failure.
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Safety - Installer’s Responsibility, continued
• Before attaching the operator to the gate, move the gate or barrier gate in both directions. Make sure it
is level and moves freely. A gate or barrier gate that moves easily reduces strain on operator components.
Gravity should play no part in the opening or closing of a slide gate.
• Never over-tighten a clutch or pressure relief valve to compensate for a stiff or damaged gate.
• Make sure all exposed pinch points, rollers and wheels are guarded.
• Reduce the risk of entrapment throughout the entire travel path by making sure the gate is installed in a
location which ensures the required clearance between the gate and adjacent structures when opening
or closing. On slide gates, minimize the parallel gap between the gate and the fence.
• Install the gate operator on the secure (non-public) side of the gate. Note that swing gates cannot open
into public areas.
• Install external entrapment protection sensors so pedestrians are protected from entrapment in both
directions of gate travel and all hazard areas are fully protected. On hydraulic gates, set the pressure
relief valve at the lowest allowable setting that will reliably operate the gate. The pressure relief valve
controls the applied force of the operator and the sensitivity of the inherent entrapment sensor (IES).
Note that no IES exists in the StrongArm operator.
• Never disable the Warn Before Operate buzzer. This buzzer provides an alert that the gate is about to
move.
• Mount access control devices beyond reach of the gate. The control devices that operate the gate must:
Be located in a clear line of sight to the gate. Locate controls (Open, Close, Stop/Reset) where a user
will have a clear view of the gate.
Be mounted beyond 6 feet (183 cm) of the gate, to prevent users from touching or accessing the gate
while operating the controls. People attempting to access the controls by reaching through or around
the gate can be seriously injured or killed by the moving gate.
Incorporate a security feature to prevent unauthorized use.
Connect radio and other remote access (non-resetting controls) to the RADIO OPTIONS terminal.
• Open and close the gate to conrm that it was properly installed and to ensure reduced risk of
entrapment. Verify the clearance between the gate and adjacent structures per UL 325 Safety Standards.
Have a qualied technician test the gate monthly.
• When you complete the installation, demonstrate the safety features and operation of the gate operator
to the end user:
Clearly explain and demonstrate the consequences of removing or defeating any of the safety
features.
Remove the operator cover(s), and then turn the power on and off.
Manually release the gate. (Use the manual release only when the gate is NOT moving.)
Use the Emergency Stop Button. (If an emergency stop button is not available, show the user where
the Stop button is located on the gate operator.)
NOTE: Gate operator instructions must be given to the owner per UL 325 Safety Standards.
Take photographs of the completed installation site and save it in your business les.
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Safety - Owner/User Responsibility
CAUTION
As the owner/user, you are responsible for the correct and safe installation, operation and maintenance of the
SlideDriver gate operator. It is of the utmost importance that you read and follow the specic instructions and
precautions found in the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION addressed in this manual. In addition, you must
adhere to the safety standards of applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, industry standards, and/
or procedures.
NOTICE: For installations outside the United States, make sure that you follow the applicable international,
regional, and local safety standards.
• Automatic gates are for vehicular use only; provide and maintain walkways and signs to direct pedestrians
to a separate walk-through entrance.
• An automatic gate can start at any time without warning; always keep people away from the gate area.
• Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep all remote controls, especially radio
transmitters, away from children. Do not allow children to play on or around the gate, gate area, or
gate operators.
• Learn how to turn the power on and off. Learn how to manually operate the gate.
• WARNING signs supplied with the gate operator must remain installed and clearly visible on both sides
of the gate. The signs are required to maintain UL 325 compliance.
• Do not physically disable the warning buzzer and NEVER disconnect or cut its wires. The buzzer provides
compliance with the Manual on Uniform Trafc Control Devices (MUTCD) standards. Disabling the
warning buzzer may increase the risk of death or serious injury.
• Do not remove entrapment devices or any other safety features.
• Have a professional gate installer routinely inspect the gate hardware and test the entrapment protection
sensors and overall gate operation. Have a qualied service person make repairs to gate hardware and
equipment to keep the gate running smoothly.
Hazardous materIalsand proper dIsposal
Be aware of the international, federal, and local codes in your area and how best to handle hazardous waste
materials.
The pump pack uid, found in all hydraulic HySecurity operators, can be recycled. Gear oil, found in HySecurity
electromechanical gate operators, can also be recycled. If the uids are mixed or contaminated with any solvents
or other chemicals, they become hazardous waste. Hazardous waste requirements for storage and disposal must
be followed.
If the gate operator has a battery backup system, the batteries contain materials that are considered hazardous
to the environment. Proper disposal of the battery is required by federal law. In the U.S.A., refer to federal EPA
guidelines for proper hazardous waste disposal.
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IdentIfYIng gate operator CategorYand usage Class
The SlideDriver operator, according to UL 325 Safety Standards, falls in the horizontal slide, vertical lift and
vertical pivot category for gate operators. Its usage class is determined by the area that the vehicular gate
services.
Four different vehicular usage classes are dened by UL 325:
Class I
Class I: Intended for use in garages or parking areas associated with a residence
of one to four single families.
Class II
Class II: Intended for use in a commercial location or building such as a multifamily housing units (ve or more single family units) hotels, garages, retail stores
or other buildings accessible by or intended to service the general public.
Class III
Class IV
Class III: Intended for use in an industrial location or building such as a factory
or loading dock or other locations NOT accessible by or intended to service the
general public.
Class IV: 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.
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CHoosIng seCondarY entrapment proteCtIon
CAUTION
The site designer or installer must determine which secondary entrapment sensor devices will be installed with
the SlideDriver operator to meet UL compliance. The type of entrapment sensor device systems are described
below. For a complete listing of the requirements, refer to UL 325 Safety Standards.
NOTICE: SlideDriver is equipped with a primary, Type A, inherent entrapment sensor (IES) that complies with
UL 325. Any impediment to gate travel causes the gate to stop and reverse.
Usage ClassPrimary Type DeviceSecondary Type Device
Class I, II, IIIAB1, B2, C, or D
Class IVAB1, B2, C, D, or E
To comply with UL 325, refer to the chart and take the following steps:
1. Select the Usage Class according to the gate’s locale and purpose.
2. The required UL 325 primary Type A sensor is an integral part of the SlideDriver system.
3. Based on the gate’s usage class, choose Secondary Type Devices: B1, B2, C, D, or E.
• To comply using B1 - install non-contact sensors (photoelectric sensor or the equivalent).
• To comply using B2 - install contact sensors (edge sensor device or the equivalent).
• To comply using a Type D device requires a CONSTANT HOLD push-button station. This CONSTANT
HOLD push-button station must be the only device that opens and closes the gate. It can only be used
where the gate and push button station will be monitored by personnel 24 hours a day in full view of
the gate area. An automatic closing device (such as a timer, loop sensor, or similar device) must not
be employed. A Warning placard stating, “WARNING - Moving Gate has the Potential of Inicting
Injury or Death - Do Not Start the Gate Unless the Path is Clear” must be placed adjacent to the gate
operator controls.
While compliance is possible with Type C, which is a low force limiting clutch, the SlideDriver operator does not
utilize a clutch, therefore this option is not available.
Similar compliance issues exist with a Type E device (audio warn before operate alarm). A Type E device is
permitted as a means of secondary entrapment protection by UL 325 in Class IV applications, but it is not
recommended by HySecurity because a buzzer warns, but cannot protect against possible entrapment.
HySecurity highly recommends, even for Class IV use, that secondary entrapment protection (edge or photoeye sensor) devices be installed to detect possible entrapment.
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groundIng, BreatHer Cap InstallatIon & HandIng
DANGER
The gate operator has a vent plug that keeps the hydraulic uid from spilling during shipment. The vent plug
must be replaced by the breather cap before operating the slide gate.
Failure to perform the following procedure will cause premature pump shaft failure and void the
Limited Warranty.
1. Remove the vent plug and discard it.
2. Replace the vent plug with the breather cap.
SlideDriver
Replace red vent plug
with breather cap
Operator is shipped
hydraulically congured
for “right hand” operation.
Refer to “Gate Handing” on page 23.
Swap hydraulic hoses for
left handling.
Grade level
Cut-away view
3 ft
(91.4 cm)
Maximum
distance
Consult local
codes for
proper depth
Concrete foundation
Ground rod
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emergenCY stop Button
WARNING
WARNING
Make sure all users of the gate know where the emergency stop button
is located (see illustration). It complies with UL 325 Safety Standards
requirements.
Pressing the emergency stop button while the gate is opening or
closing disables the automatic close timer and stops gate travel. Gate
travel remains stopped until the operator receives another open or
close signal.
Emergency Stop
button
emergenCY release
Before attempting a manual release, make sure the gate is not in motion and power is disconnected
(turned OFF).
Make sure and teach all users how to turn off electric power and how to move the gate manually. To prepare for
manual operation, power must turned off
and the drive wheels must be released
Note: Drive Rail must be aligned and secured before adjusting wheel loading
Know the weight of the gate you are
Toggle Handle
clamped
moving. Excessively heavy gates can be
difcult to move and may cause serious
Drive Wheels
injury to those involved in moving the
gate. Take the necessary precautions when
manually moving any gate.
When releasing the handle inside the
chassis, be careful as the mechanism is
spring-loaded and drops rapidly. Hold the
handle appropriately so your ngers do not
get injured or pinched.
To disengage the drive wheels from the
drive rail and manually move the gate, take
the following steps:
Coupling Nut:
Adjusts compression spring.
Drive Rail
slides between
drive wheels
Compression Spring:
Controls drive wheel gripping force. Set at 2 in.
(5cm) when Drive Wheels are clamped on the
Drive Rail. Toggle handle is in the clamped (load)
position.
Toggle Handle
unclamped
1. Remove the front chassis cover and set it aside.
2. Pull the toggle handle down. The manual release is located under the electric control panel and to the
right of the hydraulic motors.
NOTE: For more information, refer to “Drive Wheel Spring Tension (Adjustment of Manual Release)” on page 87.
Other types of release mechanisms exist. For example, the Fire and Emergency Access Lock Box is available
through HySecurity distributors. Contact your distributor for more information.
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slIdedrIver slow down lImIt ramps
CAUTION
Drive rail
Round-head bolts:
3/8 " (9 mm)
Must be fully
tightened and ush
before adjusting
limit switch.
4"
10 cm)
Nut
Standard Limit Ramp
The standard limit ramp is positioned
on the drive rail so it will make
contact with the limit switch and stop
approximately 2 inches (5 cm) from the
drive wheel.
Limit ramps are attached to the
underside of the drive rail when the
gate is fully open and fully closed.
Chassis
cutout
U-bolt
Roller
Support
Post
Limit Ramp
Limit Ramp
4" (10 cm)
Spacing approximate
Limit
Switch
Limit Ramp
enters chassis
cutout
Actuating Arm
(Tripped position)
Base of Drive Rail
3/8 " (9 mm)
Height
Adjusting
Screw
2"
(5 cm)
Drive
Wheel
2" (5 cm)
Nut
SlideDriver 50VF
Slow Down Limit Ramp Kit
Two truss head screws secure each limit ramp to the drive rail. The bolts
are spaced about 4 inches (10 cm) apart.
The limit switch must be set ⅜-inch (9 mm) from the base of the drive
rail. A screw on the limit switch allows for slight adjustments in height. If
XtremeDrive wheels are used, you will need to raise the drive rail
¼ to ½ inch (3 to 13 mm) along the gate uprights and the entire
drive rail path. The limit switch placement will need to be adjusted
accordingly.
All the limit ramps are the same length.
NOTE: For a 50VF-series SlideDriver, you will need to order four (4)
Slow Down Limit Ramp Kits.
Be sure to securely fasten all limit ramps to the underside of the
drive rail when installing a 50VF-series operator.
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safetY notICes
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
- Take Note -
Keep Away
Zone
Pinch Point
The following four levels of safety notices are used where applicable within this manual; each notice contains
information specic to the situation.
Indicates death or serious injury will occur if the hazardous situation is not avoided.
Indicates death or serious injury could occur if the hazardous situation is not avoided.
Indicates mild or moderate injury could occur if the hazardous situation is not avoided.
NOTICE: Indicates damage to equipment is probable if the hazardous situation in not avoided.
Common IndustrIal sYmBols
The following international safety symbols may appear on the product or in its literature. The symbols are used
to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid
possible injury or death.
Attention
- Danger -
Entrapment
Possible
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Power
DANGER
How to wire the operator is presented in the Installation Instructions, but detailed information about the earth
and equipment ground, wiring to AC power and the availability of UPS systems are described in this section.
Supplemental documents to this section include:
• DC Power Supply supplemental manual
InstallIngtHe eartH ground
An earth ground refers to the grounding rod and accompanying equipment ground which need to be installed to
safeguard against potential electrical shock and damage to personnel and equipment.
The potential for lightning discharge exists with all gates, fences and gate operators. National Electric
Code (NEC) - Article 250 requires a separate earth ground in addition to the required equipment ground.
HySecurity recommends grounding the operator with a separate earth ground rod (or a similar device
in the case of crash products) to shield the operator against electromagnetism and other electrical signals that
may cause, erratic operation with, or damage to, the Smart Touch Controller and other electrical parts.
For earth grounding requirements in the U.S.A.,
refer to the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) 780 - Standard for the Installation of
Lightning Protection Systems. Highlights of the
standard include:
• The ground rod must be UL listed copperclad steel, solid copper, hot-dipped
galvanized steel, or stainless steel. Minimum
requirements: ½ inch (13 mm) diameter and
8 feet (244 cm) in length.
• The ground rod is driven into the earth
(refer to local codes for proper depth
requirements).
• The ground rod is electrically bonded to the
chassis with a single length of un-spliced
6AWG copper wire less than 3 feet (91 cm)
long. Due to the large concrete foundation
on crash products, make the necessary
adjustments to accommodate for earth
ground requirements.
• Local jurisdictions may impose other
requirements above the NEC, Article 250 and NFPA 780. Consult
the local codes and regulations regarding requirements in your area.
SlideDriver
Chassis
Breather Cap
Quick
Disconnects
Grade
level
Cut-away view
Concrete foundation
Control Box
Toggle Handle
Limit
Switch
Earth ground
3 ft
(91.4cm)
Maximum
distance
Ground lug
Consult local
codes for
proper depth
NOTICE: Properly grounding the gate operator is critical to gate operator performance and the life of its
electrical components. Use sufcient wire size during installation. If you do not ground the operator with a
separate earth ground, you risk voiding the HySecurity Limited Warranty.
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Site Considerations
WARNING
HySecurity gate operators are intended for permanent installation. Make sure you prepare the site with the
following considerations:
• Make sure all electrical wiring is properly routed via conduits.
• Check the distance of the wiring run from the main panel to the gate operator. Make sure the wire size
of the branch circuit supplying power to the gate operator is large enough to avoid excess voltage drop.
Refer to “Wire Sizing and Runs” on page 16.
• Make sure the available power source matches the electrical requirements specied on the voltage
nameplate.
Each gate operator is built to run on a specic line power voltage and phase. Failure to ensure the source
voltage, phase and frequency match what is specied for the equipment, may result is severe damage to the
equipment.
• Make sure a 20-amp circuit (minimum) protected with a 20-amp Inverse Time Breaker is provided for all
AC power connections.
• Verify that the operator is electrically grounded per NFPA 780 and NEC Article 250, and local codes.
wIrIng aC power
The SlideDriver has separate Installation Instructions that explain how to connect to AC power. For reference
purposes, the same information is provided below.
In-rush Current: The current needed to start the electric motor spinning in the proper direction (CCW). It may
take as much as 6 to 9 times the run current to start one of the heavy duty operators.
NOTE: Use a 20A (minimum) slow kick (thermal) circuit breaker for all AC motors.
Size the primary wires. Consider the voltage, horsepower, and length of the wire run from the main power panel.
Make sure you have the proper voltage and conversion of voltage taps at the motor and transformer.
DANGER
Turn OFF AC power at the source (circuit breaker panel) before accessing the wires in the SlideDriver.
Follow facility Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Make sure all power switches are in the OFF position. Follow
all electrical code standards and regulations.
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1. Connect to Power: Three wires and a ground are available for connection to a 3 Phase power source
WARNING
(3Ø). Loosen the screws on the power module to open the wire slots at the top and bottom.
2. Connect AC Power: Place the incoming power wires into their appropriate slots. Attach the ground wires
to the chassis. A wiring diagram is provided in the appendix.
Blue - 480 VAC
Orange - 240 VAC
Input taps
connection wires match the voltage found on the operator’s nameplate.
Red - 208 VAC
Black - Common
White - 120 VAC*
Control Transformer
* Variable Frequency (VF) or 2 hp gate operators:
Never connect to the white 120V wire. Make sure the
All (Excluding SD50VF)SD50VF - series
CAUTION
Wiring of gate operators must conform to NFPA and NEC standards and
comply with all local codes. When the installation is compliant and complete,
turn on AC power at the source and at the control box.
Turning the Power Switch ON
The AC power disconnect switch is located on the same enclosure
(control box) where the electrical components, Smart Touch
Controller, transformer, power module, etc., are found.
When power is turned ON, a green status light on the Smart Touch
Controller blinks. The status light appears below the coin battery and
indicates that the processor is receiving power. For more information,
refer to “Smart Touch Controller Inputs” on page 52.
Green LED ashes indicating
processor is receiving power.
LED
RPM
DO NOT USE
PHOTO EYE
OPEN DIRECTION
DO NOT USE
PHOTO EYE
CLOSE DIRECTION
DO NOT USE
CHARGER
AC LOSS
LOCK INTERLOCK
EMERG CLOSE
FIRE DEPT OPEN
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LIMITDUAL GATE
HySecurity
MX000585
VERSION
S/N
Smart Touch Controller
RADIO OPTIONS
COMCOMAB
VEHICLE DETECTOR
STATU S
SHADOW
RESET
DISPLAY
RS232
VEHICLE DETECTOR
WIEGAND
COMOPENEDGE+24V +24V
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wIre sIzIngand runs
Supplying a gate operator with the correct electrical service is crucial to the performance of the operator and
the life of its electrical components. If the wire size used is too small, the voltage loss, especially during motor
startup, will prevent the motor from attaining its rated horsepower. The percentage of horsepower lost is far
greater than the percentage of voltage loss.
A voltage loss can also cause the control components to chatter while the motor is starting, substantially reducing
their life due to the resultant arcing. There is no way to restore lost performance resulting from undersized wires,
except to replace them. Be sure to choose a sufcient wire size at initial installation to avoid costly rewiring. Refer
to “Wire Sizing and Runs” on page 16.
The tables on the following page are based on copper wire and allow for a 5% voltage drop. The ampere values
shown are the service factor ampere rating (maximum full load at continuous duty) of the motor. A 20A circuit
(protected with a 20A Inverse Time Breaker) should be provided, at minimum.
Always connect electrical power and ground the operator in accordance with the NFPA 780 & NEC, Article 430
and Article 250. Research and adhere to other local codes that may apply.
Low Voltage Control Wiring
The Smart Touch Controller has very sensitive control inputs. The following is a chart of maximum distances for
wire size:
Wire Size Maximum Distance
18 ga 7.0 miles (11 km)
20 ga 3.5 miles (5.6 km)
22 ga 2.7 miles (4.3 km)
24 ga 2.0 miles (3.2 km)
26 ga 1.0 mile (1.6 km)
28 ga 3700 feet (1.1 km)
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SlideDriver Wiring Charts (Incoming Power)
The maximum distance shown is from the operator to the power source, assuming that source power is from a
panel box with adequate capacity to support the addition of this motor load. The values are for one operator,
with no other loads applied to the branch circuit. Avoid placing more than one operator to a circuit, but if you
must, be certain to reduce the maximum allowed wire distance by half.
NOTE: Distance shown in U.S. Standard “feet.” Metric equivalent shown in parentheses.
The maximum distance shown is from the operator to the power source, assuming that source power is from a
panel box with adequate capacity to support the addition of this motor load. The values are for one operator,
with no other loads applied to the branch circuit. Avoid placing more than one operator to a circuit, but if you
must, be certain to reduce the maximum allowed wire distance by half.
Make sure proper wiring is being used. The following table shows the maximum allowable wire run from the
power source to the operator for various wire sizes. Performance of 50VF-series operators on 1Ø and 3Ø
50 or 60 Hz Power.
NOTE: Distance shown in U.S. Standard “feet.” Metric equivalent shown in parentheses.
Performance of 50VF-series Operators on 1 and 3 Phase, 50 or
60Hz
A HySecurity 50VF2, 50VF-EFO, or 50VF3 operator can operate on a wide variety of incoming power.
• 50Hz/60Hz operation with no changes or reconnection
• 1Ø or 3Ø operation by eld rewiring and reconnection
• The incoming voltage must match the operator nameplate. Although the electric motor can be
reconnected, a different VFD (motor controller inside the grey control box) is required between 460V and
208V/230V.
• Any AC powered peripherals such as locks, card readers and other devices need to be checked for
compatibility.
• The electric motors in all VF2 and VF3 operators are 3Ø/60Hz motors and are connected for the voltage
shown on the operator’s nameplate. (208V/230V or 460V)
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How is this done?
WARNING
WARNING
• The VF controller in the operator is rated to operate on input frequencies ranging from 48Hz through
62Hz on 1Ø or 3Ø power (a jumper connection is required for phase change) but only on either 460VAC
or 208V/230V. (A change between 460V and 230V, either direction, requires replacing the VF controller).
• The control transformer in the operator is tapped for multiple voltages and rated for 50/60Hz operation.
• The VF controller rst recties and lters the incoming power to DC, which has no frequency or phase. It
then creates 3Ø variable voltage/variable frequency AC for the motor from the DC.
• Depending on the model, the VF controller ramps the motor voltage and frequency from 0V@0Hz at
start, to either 208/230 or 480 VAC @ 60Hz for full speed. This allows use of 60Hz motors regardless of the
incoming frequency.
• Since the input voltage/frequency is converted to DC to begin with, there is absolutely no relationship
between the input frequency/phase and frequency/phase of the power supplied to the motor. The input
could be 1Ø or 3Ø, 48Hz or 62Hz and the controller/motor combination wouldn’t care. It will create the
ramped 3Ø voltage and frequency for which it is programmed.
NOTE: SlideDriver 50VF operators connected for 1Ø operation will draw more current because the utility power
to run the machine will be carried to the operator on two wires instead of the three used for 3Ø operators. Be
sure to allow for this difference when specifying wire size.
In-Field Connections
SlideDriver 50VF-series operators are eld re-connectable for 1Ø or 3Ø, 208/230VAC input power without
changing the VFD.
SlideDriver 50VF-series operators CANNOT be connected to 120V, 1Ø power or 575V, 3Ø power. If any attempts
are made to do so, serious injury, electrical shock, or death may result. Any electrical damage occurring to the
operator will not be covered by the Limited Warranty.
SlideDriver 50VF-series operators are NOT eld recongurable between 208/230VAC and 480VAC power. The
VFD Motor Controller in a 208/230VAC unit must be replaced with a VFD Motor Controller manufactured for the
higher (480VAC) voltage input.
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Control transformer ConneCtIons (non-ups)
WARNING
Connect the AC input power to the control
transformer according to the following procedure.
1. Ensure that the primary tap on the control
transformer matches the line voltage and
frequency connected to the gate operator.
2. Measure the line voltage carefully to
distinguish between 208V and 230V branch
circuits.
NOTE: A label on the transformer top identies the
various voltage taps available.
3. Use wire nuts or crimp-connectors to
connect the power input conductors to the
applicable taps on the Control Transformer.
Input taps
connection wires match the voltage found on the operator’s nameplate.
Blue - 480 VAC
Orange - 240 VAC
Red - 208 VAC
Black - Common
White - 120 VAC*
* Variable Frequency (VF) or 2 hp gate operators:
Never connect to the white 120V wire. Make sure the
If you have the modular unit, additional conduit is needed to house the hydraulic hoses and electrical wiring.
You need a 2-inch (5 cm) diameter conduit for hydraulic hoses and a ¾-inch (19 mm) conduit for electrical wiring.
AC input power is connected to the hydraulic pump and electrical components enclosure (HydraSupply).
A supplemental manual, provided with the product, describes the installation overview, wiring and conduit
considerations.
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dC power supplY (ups) ConneCtIons
If you have a gate operator with a DC Power Supply unit, you will need to
connect the primary AC input power to the DC Power Supply.
DC Power
Supply
Cabinet
Additional ¾-inch (19 mm) conduit is needed for electrical wiring
interconnections between the gate operator and DC Power Supply
Cabinet. AC input power is connected to the electrical components in
the chassis, and additional wiring is run through conduit to the DC Power
Supply Cabinet.
Conduit
A supplemental manual (D0598), provided with the DC Power Supply
Cabinet, describes the installation overview, wiring and conduit
considerations.
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