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- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL AutoSlide AutoSlide iLock AutoSlide Elite AutoSlide Elite iLock CONTACT autoslide.com Email support@autoslide.com Phone (833) 337-5433...
- Page 2 Please carefully read through these instructions before beginning the installation. This manual is designed for the installation of the AutoSlide Standard, Standard iLock, Elite, and Elite iLock systems onto a single sliding panel door. We hope AutoSlide improves the quality of your life by providing easy access and convenience throughout your home.
- Page 3 CONTENT...
- Page 4 FRICTION TESTER Used to test your door’s drag force. Does not apply to Elite and Elite iLocking AutoSlides. POWER PACK Converts AC power source to 24 volts DC for AutoSlide system. Standard Power Pack (top), Elite Power Pack (right)
- Page 5 RACK SCREWS Use these screws and endcaps to attach the rack to your active sliding panel. WALL PUSH BUTTONS Used to activate the AutoSlide system to open and close the door. These buttons connect wirelessly. Two are included with every system.
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Page 6: What You'll Need
This may include shims to extend out the rack or move the unit down, drywall anchors or concrete anchors, specialized screws, etc. For mounting assistance, please contact Autoslide support staff directly with pictures of the door and frame. - Page 7 Approximately 90 minutes INSTALL During the install, you will mount the AutoSlide drive system to the door frame or floor, then attach the rack to the sliding door panel. OPERATE To operate your door, you will need to connect the power and program the Controller.
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Page 8: Before You Begin
BEFORE YOU BEGIN You will need a power point (outlet) near your door to plug in your AutoSlide unit. Confirm a power point is near the installation position and can be reached by the included power cable. Otherwise, a heavy duty extension cable or AutoSlide extension cable can be used. - Page 9 If the Velcro… Then… Stays intact Your door is ready for the AutoSlide system to be installed. Go to the next page. Breaks during Your door is not yet ready for the the test AutoSlide to be installed.
- Page 10 DRIVE MOUNTING OPTIONS - TOP Inside vs. Outside Mount Top Mount Over Active Panel The drive system's preferred mounting location is to the head above the door. The unit may be mounted inside or outside and is determined by the track of the active panel (i.e. active panel on SLIDING inside track requires mounting inside the home).
- Page 11 DRIVE MOUNTING OPTIONS - BOTTOM BOTTOM MOUNT UNDER FIXED PANEL LEFT-HANDED DOOR If the drive system cannot be mounted at SLIDING PANEL the top of the door frame, it can be mounted to the floor. Floor mounting should be used as a final option only, if top mounting isn’t possible.
- Page 12 FLANGE DOWN TRACK TYPES AND CHANNEL SIZE The AutoSlide kit by default includes regular tracks (shown below on the left). Slimline tracks (right) are available upon request before purchasing and are designed for barn and pocket doors. LIMITED DOOR FRAME If there isn’t enough frame on the door's sides...
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Page 13: Drive Mounting
Bottom view, primary mounting holes circled in red o Allow for 3” / 75mm overlap of the AutoSlide unit and the back of the sliding panel when the door is fully closed. - Page 14 DRIVE MOUNTING Door frame o The bottom of the motor wheel should reach below the bottom edge of the door frame, so that the motor wheel can meet the track once mounted. Motor wheel must reach below door frame o If the motor wheel doesn’t reach below the edge of the door frame, there will be a vertical gap between the wheel and track.
- Page 15 Note: If the total track length is shorter than the sliding panel width, the AutoSlide will still be able to automatically open the door partially. In this case, a door stopper should be installed to prevent the sliding panel from opening too far and running off the AutoSlide track.
- Page 16 TRACK MOUNTING a) Hold the track to the sliding door panel (closed). Align the edge of the track with the back (non-leading) edge of the door as shown. Note: The tracks can be mounted flange up (see below) or flange down (see below right). Take great care to note how far your glass goes into your panel Align track with back edge of door panel...
- Page 17 TRACK MOUNTING d) Once secure, slide the door so that the next track mounting hole is close to the motor wheel. While pushing upwards on the track to the motor wheel, drill in the next screw. e) Repeat for remaining mounting holes until track is entirely mounted to sliding panel.
- Page 18 This will lock the door when closed, provided the AutoSlide is in a locking mode. An iLock system will always include a chrome cylindrical segment towards the end of the motor barrel:...
- Page 19 This should only be on if an Bluetooth module is plugged in and installed. Extra Power Beep When turned ON, the AutoSlide will emit Increases the amount of power the motor uses for heavier sliding doors. an audible beep when the door opens, ...
- Page 20 Ensure DIP switch #1 is flipped OFF (towards the front of the unit’s control panel). Plug the included power pack into the AutoSlide system’s power port (located on the unit's left endcap). Plug the other end into the closest available wall outlet.
- Page 21 POWERING ON AND INITIALIZING Manually move the door to halfway between open and closed. Use the red power switch to power the unit on: - If the unit starts to close the door, let the door close completely before proceeding to the next step. - If the unit starts to open the door, power off the unit.
- Page 22 PROGRAMMING FULL OPENING WIDTH Ensure an open jamb/doorstopper is in place in the desired max opening position, so the door doesn’t run off the AutoSlide track. To start the programming process, reverse DIP switch #1 from its current position, then immediately reverse back DIP switch #1 (flip it back and forth).
- Page 23 PROGRAMMING STACKER OPENING WIDTH From Green Mode, press the mode button (circled at right) one time to place the unit into Blue (Stacker) Mode. The door may open automatically to a partial factory width. To start the programming process, reverse DIP switch #1 from its current position then immediately reverse back DIP switch #1 (flip it back and forth).
- Page 24 Once the Normal opening width, Stacker opening width, and Pet opening width (if needed) are programmed, the AutoSlide unit setup process is complete. Note: If power is turned off, the motor (locking or non-locking) will completely disengage for egress and allow manual operation of the door.
- Page 25 5. Test the wall button by pressing it to open the door. The same process is used to pair any wireless sensor/remote to the AutoSlide system: 1. Press and release the Sensor Learn button once. 2. Trigger the wireless sensor/remote once.
- Page 26 PUTTING THE COVER ON THE SYSTEM 1. Lift the metal unit cover to underneath the system as shown (door and track omitted): 2. Click the tab provided on each of the unit endcaps into the groove in the cover as shown. 3.
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Page 27: Finishing Touches
CONCEALING THE UNIT The AutoSlide unit, once mounted, can be concealed under a valence if desired. However, it is advisable to keep an access panel in case the unit or control panel needs to be adjusted. You may need to cut a channel to feed out the power cable and any sensor cables. - Page 28 REVERSING THE MOTOR Re-handing the system (reversing the position of the motor and the control unit) is required if floor mounting onto a left-opening door. Re-handing should be done prior to starting the installation process. Note that if re-handing the system, the unit's left endcap with the power port may be up against a wall when mounted and inaccessible.
- Page 29 SWITCHING THE MOTOR AND CONTROL UNIT 4) Remove the four screws holding the motor to the unit base. Use the Allen key to remove the four bolts holding the control panel to the unit base. 5) Slide the base brush and metal bars to the opposite side. 6) Place the power cable in extruded recessed area.
- Page 30 SWITCHING THE MOTOR AND CONTROL UNIT 7) Re-attach the motor to the unit base on the opposite side, so it sits above the power cable without damaging it. 8) Reattach the control panel to the metal bars in the unit base using the Allen key. Do not tighten completely.
- Page 31 COMPLETING RE-HANDING 10) Plug the motor and power cables back into their corresponding ports on the control panel. The logo clip on the unit cover can be popped out and put into the opposite cut hole on the cover. Note: Aligning the mode control pad to the cut in the unit cover may require some slight adjustment to the left or right of the control panel.
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Page 32: Frequently Asked Questions
What if there is a power failure? If power is lost to the system, the motor (and lock if the unit is an iLock system) will completely disengage. The unit will revert back to a manual door to allow for egress. If power is needed during a power failure, ask about our back-up battery. -
Page 33: Common Issues
If your door has height adjustment screws, either raise the sliding grinding noise when between track and door panel to raise the Autoslide tracks tighter to the motor wheel closed. motor wheel. (assuming the unit is top mounted) or slightly shim the unit down to the tracks. - Page 34 Proof of the original purchase and a Return Merchandise Authorization number is required to obtain a remedy under this limited warranty and the product must be returned to an Autoslide service center at your expense. The Autoslide service centers for the USA are located in California and Florida.
- Page 35 RETURN POLICY - STANDARD RETURN POLICY OVERVIEW You may return merchandise purchased from Autoslide for a refund or a replacement, provided that the procedures and requirements are followed. All returns require a return merchandise authorization (RMA) number. An RMA number must be issued within 30 calendar days after the date of purchase. An RMA number is valid for 14 calendar days after it is issued.
- Page 36 (including shipping), upon completion of our return process. Returning Items Please email us at info@autoslide.com Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM Pacific Standard Time to receive an RMA number. All returned merchandise must be in original condition, and must include the original factory box (UPC bar codes and serial numbers must be intact) and factory packaging (e.g.
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