Liftmaster RSL12VH User Manual

RSL12V

™

& RSL12VH

™

VEHICULAR SLIDE GATE OPERATOR

INSTALLATION MANUAL

SOLAR

CAPABLE

SEE ACCESSORIES.

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

STOP

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

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

IMPORTANT NOTE: The gate operation may be limited until the battery is fully charged.

UL325

compliant

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

This model is intended for use in Class I and Class II vehicular slide gate applications.

UL991

compliant

SAFETY 1-7

Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review 1 UL325 Model Classifications 2 Safety Installation Information 3 Gate Construction Information 4 Required Safety Protection Devices 5 Important Safety Information 6-7

INTRODUCTION 8

Operator Specifications 8 Carton Inventory 8 Hardware Inventory 8

INSTALLATION 9-11

Site Preparation 9 Types of Installations 9 Determine Location for Concrete Pad and Operator 10 Concrete Pad and Operator Attachment 10 Attach the Gate Brackets and Chain 11

WIRING 11-14

Earth Ground Rod 11 Power Wiring 12-13 Connect Batteries 13 Primary/Secondary Operators 14

PROGRAMMING 21

Remote Controls 21 Keyless Entry 21 Erase All Codes 21 Alternate Radio Receiver Installation 21

ADDITIONAL FEATURES 22-23

Timer-To-Close 22 Auto Open Jumper 22 Heater 22 Party Mode 22 Entrapment Protection Devices 23

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 24-25

Reset Switch 24 Remote Control 24 Sleep Mode 24 Maintenance 25 Battery 25 Drive Chain 25

TROUBLESHOOTING 26-29

Diagnostic Error Codes Chart 26 Troubleshooting Chart 27-28 Wiring Diagram 29

ADJUSTMENT 15-20

Learn Limits 15-19 Force Adjustment 20 Test 20

SAFETY » SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW

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

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

IMPORTANT NOTE

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

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

ACCESSORIES 30

WARRANTY BACK COVER

MECHANICAL

ELECTRICAL

SAFETY » UL325 MODEL CLASSIFICATIONS

CLASS I – RESIDENTIAL VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR

A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a home of one-to four single family dwellings, or a garage or parking area associated therewith.

CLASS II – COMMERCIAL/GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR

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

UL325 ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

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

GATE OPERATOR ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION

UL325

Classification

Primary Type

Slide Gate Operator

Secondary Type

CLASS I CLASS II

B1 or B2

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

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

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

• Type B2 - Contact sensors such as gate edges

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

SAFETY » SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION

1. Vehicular gate systems provide convenience and security. Gate systems are

comprised of many component parts. The gate operator is only one component. Each gate system is specifically designed for an individual application.

2. Gate operating system designers, installers and users must take into account

the possible hazards associated with each individual application. Improperly designed, installed or maintained systems can create risks for the user as well as the bystander. Gate systems design and installation must reduce public exposure to potential hazards.

3. A gate operator can create high levels of force in its function as a component

part of a gate system. Therefore, safety features must be incorporated into every design. Specific safety features include:

• Gate Edges • Guards for Exposed Rollers

• Photoelectric Sensors • Screen Mesh

• Vertical Posts • Instructional and Precautionary Signage

4. Install the gate operator only when:

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

gate.

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

bottom of the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.2 m) above the ground to prevent a 2-1/4 inches (6 cm) diameter sphere from passing through the openings anywhere in the gate, and in that portion of the adjacent fence that the gate covers in the open position.

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

supplied for exposed rollers.

5. The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for vehicles.

Pedestrians must be supplied with a separate access opening. The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian usage. Locate the gate such that persons will not come in contact with the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.

6. The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is supplied

between the gate and adjacent structures when opening and closing to reduce the risk of entrapment. Swinging gates shall not open into public access areas.

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

the installation of the gate operator.

8. Controls intended for user activation must be located at least 6 feet (1.8 m) away from any moving part of the gate and where the user is prevented from reaching over, under, around or through the gate to operate the controls. Outdoor or easily accessible controls shall have a security feature to prevent unauthorized use.

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

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

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

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

each type of application.

b. Care shall be exercised to reduce the risk of nuisance tripping, such as

when a vehicle trips the sensor while the gate is still moving.

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

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

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

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

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

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

vehicular vertical lift gate.

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

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

d. A wireless contact sensor such as the one that transmits radio frequency

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

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

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

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

vertical barrier (arm).

SAFETY » GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION

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

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

3.1.3 A gap, measured in the horizontal plane parallel to the roadway, between a fixed stationary object nearest the roadway, (such as a gate support post) and the gate frame when the gate is in either the fully open position or the fully closed position, shall not exceed 2-1/4 inches (57 mm), refer to ASTM F2200 for Exception.

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

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

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

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

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

2. SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS

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

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

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

3. VEHICULAR HORIZONTAL SLIDE GATES

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

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

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

4. VEHICULAR HORIZONTAL SWING GATES

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

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

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

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

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

SAFETY » REQUIRED SAFETY PROTECTION DEVICES

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

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

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

Install photoelectric sensors and edge sensors to protect against any entrapment or safety conditions encountered in your gate application.

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

NON-CONTACT SENSORS

Use photoelectric sensor model 50-220.

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

Outside Property

Loop

Outside Safety

Safety Danger

Loop

Inside Safety

Inside Property

CONTACT SENSORS (EDGE SENSORS)

Use edge sensor models G65MG0204, G65MG0205, G65MGR205, or G65MGS205 (2-wire, non-monitored).

Edge sensor for close cycle

Outside Property

Edge sensor for open cycle

Outside Safety

for close cycle

Loop

Safety Danger

Edge sensor

Loop

Inside Safety

Edge sensor for open cycle

Entrapment Danger

Inside Property

SAFETY » IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INSTALLATION

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• To prevent damage to the operator or gate, DO NOT drive the limit actuators on the shaft past their normal positions.

WIRING

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

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

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

adequate capacity.

ADJUSTMENT

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

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

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

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

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

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

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

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

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

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

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

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

SAFETY » IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:

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

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

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION

To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH:

• READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

adequate capacity.

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

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

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

• Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an object activates the non-contact sensors. After adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the gate operator. Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk of INJURY or DEATH.

• Use the emergency release ONLY when the gate is not moving.

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

• ALL maintenance MUST be performed by a LiftMaster professional.

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

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

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING

To protect against fire and electrocution:

• DISCONNECT power and battery BEFORE installing or servicing operator.

For continued protection against fire:

• Replace ONLY with fuse of same type and rating.

INTRODUCTION » OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS + CARTON INVENTORY + HARDWARE INVENTORY

OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

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

Gate Classifications: CLASS I & II Main Supply (Motor): 12 Vdc

Accessory Power: 12 V nominal Class II battery

voltage source is limited to:

•

• AC Cable 50 feet up to

• AC Cable 250 feet up to

Solar or AC Cable up to

50 feet - 500 mA

250 feet - 250 mA

1000 feet - 100 mA

NOTE: Increased accessory power drawn from

the operator will shorten the battery life.

Current Consumption: 5 Amps at 120 Vac Battery Charger Supply: 13.5 Vac, 30 Va, Direct Plug in

Power Supply, Class II Compliant

Heater Draw (Optional): 325 watts Main AC Supply: 120 Vac

DC Absorbed Power: 2 Amps Solar Power Max: 12 V at 30 watts max.

Maximum Gate Speed: 1 foot/second

Maximum Gate Weight: 800 lb.

Daily Cycle Rate using transformer power: 120 cycles/day

Maximum Gate Travel Distance: 25 feet max. (Single Gate)

NOTE: The operator is equipped for a 20 foot

standard gate, to obtain 25 feet an additional chain is required.

40 feet (Dual Gate)

Temperature: -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F)

without Heater

-40°C to 40°C (-40°F to 104°F) with Heater

Control Board Fuse: 30 Amp (2)

CARTON INVENTORY

• Operator

• Transformer

• Documentation Packet

• Battery 12 Vdc 7AH (1)

20-3/8"

7.49"

7-1/4"

SIDE VIEW

24"

.63"

10-1/2"

16-3/5"

MOUNTING FOOTPRINT

REAR VIEW

20-3/8"

5-4/5"

15-3/16"

20-1/2"

16-4/5"

(Electrical

Box)

HARDWARE INVENTORY

• Warning Signs (2)

• Warranty Card

• Chain #41 - 30 feet

• Eye Bolt Kit

13.65"

INSTALLATION » SITE PREPARATION + TYPES OF INSTALLATIONS

SITE PREPARATION

BEFORE installing the operator, be sure to check the following:

• Gate is constructed and installed according to ASTM F2200 standards

• Gate fits specifications of operator

• National and local building codes

• Earth ground rod

• UL approved conduit for low and high voltage

• Mounting considerations post or pad

• Operator placement

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS:

• Warning signs

• Entrapment devices such as loops, contact sensors and non-contact sensors

SAFETY CATCH ROLLERS

Install catch rollers with safety covers on the side of a post or wall with a

minimal distance of half an inch between the rollers and gate.

Outside Property

Loop

Inside Safety

Inside Property

DO NOT use a gate catch post.

Because the coasting distance may vary due to changes in temperature, it is NOT recommended to install a stop or catch post in front of the gates path. To do so will cause the gate to hit the post in certain instances.

TYPES OF INSTALLATIONS

STANDARD INSTALLATION The illustration is an example of a standard installation.

Gate Rail Stop

1/2"

Gate Rail Stop

REAR INSTALLATION The illustration is an example of a rear installation.

Gate Rail Stop

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY » SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW

INSTALLATION

WIRING

ADJUSTMENT

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

INTRODUCTION » OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS + CARTON INVENTORY + HARDWARE INVENTORY

OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

CARTON INVENTORY

HARDWARE INVENTORY

INSTALLATION » SITE PREPARATION + TYPES OF INSTALLATIONS

SITE PREPARATION

TYPES OF INSTALLATIONS