VDS Simply User Manual

MOTOREDUCER

FOR SLIDING GATES

SIMPLY

WARNING!! Before installing, thoroughly read this manual that is an integral

part of the pack

Our products if installed by qualified personnel capable to evaluate risks,

comply with norms UNI EN 12453, EN 12445

The CE mark conforms to European directive

EEC 89/336 + 92/31 + 93/68 D.L. 04/12/1992 N. 476.

PACKING CONTENTS .............................................................................

VIEW OF TYPICAL AUTOMATION AND NAMES OF COMPONENTS .............

3

TECHNICAL DATA....................................................................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........................................................................

2

3

DIMENSIONS .........................................................................................

TYPICAL CONNECTION AND CABLE SECTION..........................................

CONSIDERATIONS FOR INSTALLATION...................................................

INSTALLATION.......................................................................................

TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................

PACKING CONTENTS

1- GEARED MOTOR

4

4

5

6

7

8

1– LIMIT SWITCH ACCESSORIES

1- PAIR OF UNLOCKING KEYS

1- CONDENSER (230Vca)

2000 1800

Encoder

VIEW OF TYPICAL AUTOMATION AND NAMES OF COMPONENTS

5

8

Optimal installation

7

2

3

4

5

6

5

1

1- Motor with on-board electronics

2- External photocell

3- Flashing warning light

4- Antenna

TECHNICAL DATA

Max. weight of gate

Motors power supply

Motor current input

Motor power

Motor RPM

Condenser

5- Internal photocell

6- Rack

7- Key-switch

8- Remote control

24V230V

600 Kg 350 / 600 Kg

230 Vac 24 Vdc

1.3 A 3 A

250 W 50 W

1400

12,5 µF /

Mechanical unlock for emergency manoeuvre

Working temperature

Weight

Protection rating

Opening time

Limit switch Electromechanical

With key

-20° C / +55° C

8 Kg

IP 44

10 mt min 12mt min

DIMENSIONS

TYPICAL CONNECTION AND CABLE SECTION

70 mm

267 mm

170

210

mm

Motor +

electronics

mm

mm

230

2X0,75mm2

RX Photocell TX Photocell

4X0,75mm2

2X0,75mm2

4X0,75mm2

3X1,5mm2

230V Line

CONSIDERATIONS FOR INSTALLATION

Ÿ The installation and testing operations must be performed solely by qualified

personnel in order to guarantee the proper and safe operation of the automatic
gate.

Ÿ The company declines any responsibility for damage caused by incorrect

installations due to incompetence and/or negligence.
Also check that the runner on the ground ( Fig. 1) is not deformed, is perfectly
level and that the mechanical stop is present on opening (Fig. 2) in order to

prevent the gate from going beyond the upper runners (Fig. 3)

Mechanical stop

Fig. 1

Rounded section Corner section

Fig. 2

Ÿ Check the upper runner (see Fig. 3) is firm and the gate slides freely.

Fig. 3

Ÿ Check that the wheels ( Fig. 4) used are suitable for the type of runner on the

ground

Fig. 4

INSTALLATION

50 mm

Position the plate provided
(Fig. 1) 50 mm from the edge
of the gate and perfectly square
at an angle of 90°.

Before fastening the plate with
cement, dowels or other means,
thread the cable sheath(s)
through the prepared holes.

Position the operator and
fasten it with the bolts
provided. A (Fig.2).

holes cable

passage

Fig. 1

A

Gate

Rack

Plate

Wheel

A

Fasten the rack to the gate
firmly, leaving a distance of
between 2 and 3 mm from the
motor pinion (Fig.3).

Fasten the limit stop plates
(Cams G) of the motor on the
rack, (Fig. 4)

Fig. 4

Fig. 2

2-3mm

Fig. 3

G

Emergency release

1. Insert the key provided into
the appropriate cylinder and
turn the key.

2. Pull the lever until it stops

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION

On giving a command with

the remote

control or with the

key-switch, the gate

doesn’t open or the motor

doesn’t start

Emergency STOP present

Check for any STOP

selectors or commands.

If not used, check jumper

on STOP contact input on

the control board

The photocell is not

functioning or the

beam is interrupted

On giving a command with

the remote control, the

gate doesn’t open but

works with the key

command

The remote control has not

been

memorised or the battery

is flat

Carry out the remote

control learning
procedure on the radio
receiver or replace the
battery with a new one..

230 volt mains voltage

absent

Fuse blown

Power cable of motor or

motors not

connected or faulty.

Check master switch

Replace with one of same

value.

Connect the cable to

appropriate

terminal or replace.

Check the connection,

remove any

obstacle across the beam

The gate starts, but stops

immediately

N.B. - If the problem persists, contact your Retailer or the nearest Service
Centre

The force of the motor or

Modify the value with the

FORCE trimmer on the

motors is insufficient

control unit

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

These warnings are an essential, integral part of the product and must be given to the user. They

provide important indications on the installation, use and maintenance and must be read carefully.

This form must be preserved and passed on to subsequent users of the system. The incorrect

installation or improper use of the product may be dangerous.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

• The installation must be performed by professionally skilled personnel and in compliance with
current local, state, national and European legislation.

• Before beginning the installation, check the integrity of the product.

• The laying of cables, electrical connections and adjustments must be workmanlike performed.

• The packing materials (cardboard, plastic, polystyrene, etc.) are a potential hazard and should
be disposed of correctly and not left within reach of children.

• Do not install the product in potentially explosive environments or environments disturbed by
electromagnetic fields. The presence of inflammable gases or fumes is a grave danger to
safety.

• Set up a safety device for overvoltage, a disconnecting and/or differential switch suitable for
the product and conforming to current standards.

• The manufacturer declines any and all responsibility for product integrity, safety and operation
in the event incompatible devices and/or components are installed.

• Solely original spare parts should be used for repairs and replacements.

• The installer must provide all the information relating to the operation, maintenance and use of
the individual parts, components and system as a whole.

WARNINGS FOR THE USER

• Read the instructions and enclosed documentation carefully.

• The product must be used for the express purpose for which it was designed. Any other use is
considered improper and therefore hazardous. In addition, the information given in this
document and in the enclosed documentation may be subject to modifications without prior
notice. It is given as an indication only for product application. The company declines any
responsibility for the above.

• Keep products, devices, documentation and anything else provided out of reach of children.
In the event of maintenance, cleaning, breakdown or faulty operation of the product, cut off the
power and do not attempt to operate on the product. Contact solely the professionally skilled
personnel responsible for these operations. Failure to adhere to the above indications may be
dangerous.

The data and images are for guidance only

VDS reserves the right to change at any time characteristics of the products described in

its sole discretion, without notice.

Rev.1-05/11 ING

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