....................40-51 APPENDIX Installing the APP receiver to the Control Board ................52 Extending Power Source Cable Length (AC or Solar) ..............52 C. USAutomatic Battery Controller ....................53 D. Patriot RSL Brake Inspection and Removal .................. 54 WARRANTY ........................
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Type B1 or Type B2 device that has been tested and approved with the gate operator. These devices are listed below. USAutomatic control boards can monitor one photo eye (B1) for the open direction, one photo eye (B1) for the closed direction and one contact edge (B2) for the open/close direction. If additional entrapment devices are required the USAutomatic expansion module (part # 500015) is required Type B1 - Non-contact sensor (photoelectric sensor or the equivalent).
ENTRAPMENT ZONES The illustrations below are a guide to help identify entrapment areas for slide gate installations that must be protected. Other entrapment areas may exist and must be identified by the installer and protected by the appropriate monitored entrapment protection device for the situation. Zone 1 - Leading edge of gate where it meets a stop post, 2nd gate or other immovable object.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!! 3. Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF A MOVING GATE.
SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION Install the gate operator when: • Operator is appropriate for the construction of the gate and usage class is correct for the installation. • All exposed pinch points are eliminated or guarded. • One or more contact sensors shall be located where the risk of entrapment or obstruction exist, such as the leading edge, trailing edge and post mounted both inside and outside of a vehicular slide gate.
PARTS INVENTORY All Operators include: Operators purchased with LCR Radio Controls include: 2 Button Transmitter Part # 590010 Slider Frame Part # 030210 Part # 590020 Slider 2 per Cover Part # 500017 Control Board LCR Radio Receiver and Wire Harness Part # 030205 Emergency Release 1 per...
HARDWARE INVENTORY BRACKETS #41 Master Link Chain Bolt Bracket Part # 640020 Part # 570010 4 per 2 per 1/4” x 1” Bolt 1/2” Chain Bolt Part # 620012 Part # 570020 4 per 2 per 1/4” SAE Washer 1/2” Adjustment Nuts Part # 620013 Part # 620070 4 per...
Since the gate is a major component of the system, great care and concern must be given to the gate design. USAutomatic, LLC is not responsible for any damage to a gate on which the gate operator is installed. A poorly installed or misadjusted gate could be damaged. It is the responsibility of the installer to verify proper gate installation prior to operator installation.
Mounting Site Review Review the following items prior to installation and predetermine the solution to any problems which may exist: 1. Will the unit open the gate by sliding to the left or the right? Standing on the inside of the property looking out, an operator installed to the left of the drive is a left hand installation, an operator installed to the right is a right hand installation.
Mounting Operator PAD MOUNT The operator base has four pre drilled holes and four access holes, which are covered with press in hole plugs. These holes are sized to accommodate ½ anchor bolts and the plugged hole will accept a standard size ¾ inch socket. Keep the operator parallel with the gate while securing.
Post Mount Installation POST SPECIFICATIONS Steel post is an optional mounting method. The operator is designed to handle a 4-inch round or square thick wall post. The operator can be installed directly onto the post or a steel frame can be constructed on the top of post.
Pad Mount Installation CONCRETE PAD CONSTRUCTION The mounting foundation must be very stable and of sufficient strength to prevent any movement. Mounting site must be clear of flooding. TOP VIEW 4 inch minimum 24 inch minimum 20 inch minimum 24 inch minimum 28 inch minimum Illustration shown is for dirt surface area.
Install Chain Brackets to Gate With the operator securely mounted, use the following procedure to locate and install gate brackets to gate ends. Install the chain adjustment bolt into the chain bracket as shown. ½” Nut (2 Plcs) Slide the gate fully open. Using the diagram below locate the correct position for the gate bracket.
Install Patriot Control Board Part # 500017 Remove Patriot Control Board from cardboard package and mount on nylon standoffs. Push lightly at each corner to lock board in place. Installing Receiver, Battery Controller, and Entrapment Siren a. Connect the wiring harness to the charge controller. b.
Installing Monitored Entrapment Protection Devices When the installation requires more than 1 monitored contact edge or 2 monitored photo eyes, the Monitored Entrapment Device Expansion Modual must be installed. (USAutomatic Part# 500015) Monitored Photo Eye (Type B1) Installation for Entrapment Protection ONLY. (page 3)
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Wiring Photo Eyes to the Control Board Closed Direction Wiring If being installed for close direction protection DS1 switch 8 must be ON Photo eye “0” connects to J2 green plug pin 7. Photo Eye “12” connects to J2 pin 12 Photo Eye “C”...
Monitored Contact Edge (Type B2) Installation for Entrapment Protection ONLY. Connect wires per the table below: All wiring should be done with power disconnected from control board. Contact edge must have 8.25K or 10K ohm resistor built into device. Contact Edge #1 wiring for Entrapment Device Protection Contact Edge Connectons Patriot Control Board Connections N/O connection...
Install Battery Controller Power Source (AC or Solar) The USAutomatic battery controller can be powered by an DC transformer supplied with AC Models OR a solar panel supplied with Solar models. The DC Transformer and the Solar Panel are equipped with a DC plug for easy connection to the battery controller.
Solar panel may be moved up to 200 feet from the control box to achieve adequate sunlight. See power source cable extension chart Appendix B for proper wire size. For convenience use the USAutomatic 75’ Cable Kit Part #520016. See Region Map below to determine cycles that can be expected. These numbers are based on a basic system with the standard 10 watt solar panel.
Connect Power Source to Battery Controller (DC Adapter or Solar Panel Kit) The battery controller accepts inputs from either the DC transformer or the solar panel. The DC Adapter and solar panel come with a DC plug for easy installation. Once the power source is selected and installed connect the DC plug into the battery Charge Device controller.
Operating Gate for the First time Before operating the gate for the first time please verify the following items: 1. Pull manual release knob and slide gate in mid travel position. 2. Reengage manual release knob by pushing it inward and slowly rolling gate until knob slides in place.
Optional Soft Stop for Open and Close Position The Patriot RSL control board is equipped with a selectable soft stop feature if desired. Understanding how this feature operates is required before turning ON any control switches or possible control board or gate damage may occur.
Sensitivity Adjustment and Entrapment Alarm and Auto Close Setting The Patriot control board has 2 sensitivity adjustment dials located in the upper left corner of the control board. These adjustments control the amount of current the control board will allow the motor to draw from the battery to operate your gate.
Programming Transmitter and Receiver Operating frequency 433.92 MHz. Receiver can store up to 42 unique transmitter dipswitch code settings. Transmitter Setup: (It is recommended that the dipswitch code be changed from the default factory setting) Battery Compartment 1. Open the battery compartment door and locate the dipswitches. Door 2.
Install Emergency Release Access Cover Install Emergency release access cover as shown here. Install cover and secure in place using the 4 provided 1/4 inch bolts and washers. Slide locking bar through slot in front cover.
Patriot Control Board Information The Patriot RSL control board is capable of operating two gates. If your installation is a single gate you can operate the gate on the Gate 1 or Gate 2 connector. Set control switch “ON” for the connector being used.
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J2 Terminal Description The accessory connector is a plug which can be removed from the control board for ease of wiring and troubleshooting purposes. J2 Terminal Place finger below connector and pull out to remove. Terminal +12 vdc Output (Maximum current output 1.5 amp - 1500 milliamps) Common Ground Input Push Button Input (normally open contacts)
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DS1 Function Dip Switches ON - Down on right OFF - Down on left Switch Setting Factory Settings are shown in bold type Automatic Close Timer Enable Timer to close is activated (Not recommended unless safety devices are installed) Timer to close is disabled Timer to close activates only if open limit is Timer to Close Function activated...
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DS2 Function Dip Switches DS2 Switches ON - Down on right OFF - Down on left Switch Setting Factory Settings are shown in bold type Solenoid Lock Enable / Solenoid lock output energizes half second before Gate in Operation Indicator / gate begins to move and releases 3 seconds after Gate Leaf Delay the gate begins to move.
Programming Your Wireless Keypad 050520 or 050550 050500 (plastic) (metal) PUK code PUK code ___________ ___________ Terms to Understand Access Code – The 2 to 5-digit code used to open the gate (24 unique codes are possible). If access code is less than 5 digits it requires the # sign after code is entered. Example: “2 #.” If code is 5 digits the # sign is not required.
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Receiver Create Communication with Receiver: *for P1 (relay 1) access code: P1 Button 1. Carry keypad to receiver location for programming. P2 Button 2. Enter Access Code for P1 (relay 1) on the keypad and continue to press the last key entered (red light blinks). 3.
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Changing Keypad Security Code: This keypad has a virtual dipswitch used to create your Security Code. The virtual dipswitch contains nine 3-position switches. To ensure neighboring keypads do not interfere with each other, the virtual switches should be positioned in a random pattern, using the following procedure. Example of random positioning of the virtual dipswitches to create a Security Code is shown below.
PERIODIC SERVICE All gate operators require periodic checking and adjustments of the control mechanism for force (load), speed and sensitivity. These checks should be made by a qualified technician to verify proper adjustment and operation of all safety related components including those mentioned above. All accessories and monitored safety devices must be checked.
J1 Solenoid Lock terminal. Magnetic Gate Lock (Non-USAutomatic product) Not suitable for solar charged systems. Suitable for AC charged systems. To activate the magnetic lock delay circuit, turn DS2 switch 2 on. Connect the ground wire from the magnetic gate lock to J1 Common Gnd terminal.
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3. While beeping, press the P1 button on receiver for open and close operation. 4. Hold P1 button about 2 seconds. When gate moves, programming is complete. 2 Button LCR Transmitter Part Number 030210 Standard Transmitter for all USAutomatic operators Operating Frequency 433.92 MHz 4 Button LCR Transmitter Part Number 030212 Operating Frequency 433.92 MHz...
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Monitored Entrapment Device Expansion Module Part Number 500015 The expansion module is designed to monitor for the connection and proper operation of multiple monitored external entrapment devices. If the installation requires more than 1 monitored contact edge or 2 monitored photo eyes, the expansion module must be installed.
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Troubleshooting Guide Introduction The Patriot control board is equipped with four unique features to assist in troubleshooting a gate system. 1. The first and most helpful is the series of LED indicating lights. These lights will help to identify problems with the actuator limit switches and all control circuits. To use the indicators, press and hold the “LED Indicator”...
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Terms and Definitions LED - Light Emitting Diode - small red lights on control board. Control board - Refers to Patriot control board. Receiver - Located on top shelf of the operator. Remote/Transmitter - Hand held unit with 2 buttons, used to operate the gate, sends signal to receiver when button is pressed.
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Summary of Syptoms Included in This Guide Single gate will not operate. My single or Dual gate will not operate.Monitored entrapment devices are installed. Emergency release knob cannot be pulled. My gate opens/closes slowly. My Gate will not automatically close. Gate begins to open or close, but stops and reverses after a couple of seconds.
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* IMPORTANT FIRST First thing to verify is that no monitored entrapment devices are creating the problem. STEP 1. Press the Open/Close button on the control board. If gate does not operate proceed to step 2. 2. Press the S4 push button and hold to operate the gate. 3.
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2. My gate will not Contact Edge with 10K resistor monitoring - operate. Monitored 1. Verify that dip switch DS2 switch 4 (contact edge monitor) is ON entrapment devices pressed down on the right hand side.. are installed. 2. Press and hold the LED indicator on the control board. 3.
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Not likely on AC charged system. Verify that charger is working correctly and inspect charger and wires for damage. NOTE: The USAutomatic charger does not output any voltage or current when disconnected from the battery. You cannot check charger by disconnecting from battery and measuring voltage output.
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5. My gate will not NOTE: If DS1 switch 1 is on and switch 2 is off then the gate should automatically close from any position. If switch 2 is also on the automatically close gate will only automatically close if the “retract limit” for right hand installation or “extend limit”...
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7. Gate opens or 1. Gate is opening or closing to far identify the limit switch which is out of adjustment and adjust so that gate stops earlier. The limit closes correctly, switches are located on the limit plate assembly on top of the then immediately operator.
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10. Photo-eye being 1. The first thing to check is the accessory wiring. The accessory needs power (+12 vdc) wired to battery positive terminal or to J2 pin 1 on used for vehicular the Patriot control board. It also needs ground, which can be wired protection will not to the battery or to J2 pin 2 or 7 on the Patriot control board.
12. Gate opens using 1. The problem is most likely the programming of the LCR receiver (P2 relay is programmed to latch mode) transmitter, but will not close using 2. On the Patriot control board locate press and hold the “LED transmitter.
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AC charged system where the charger has power connected to it continually. AC Charged Systems ONLY A. If your system is equipped with the USAutomatic battery controller part # 520001 and is AC charged verify the battery controller is properly working. The “arrow” between the panel and battery picture on the controller should be visible, see appendix D.
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4. If the solar panel DC voltage checks good and the “arrow” is not visible between the solar panel and battery picture on controller when connected the controller is bad, replace with USAutomatic part # 520009. See appendix D 15 . Verifying 1.
The cable must be a 2 conductor cable, stranded wire recommended. For solar systems the USAutomatic 75’ cable kit part # 520016 can be used to replace the standard solar panel cable.
USAutomatic Battery Controller Battery controller is designed to charge 12 vdc batteries of various types using either solar panel or DC transformer part # 520009. It also capable of charging 24 vdc battery if using a 24-volt solar panel. The package includes Power source input adapter plug.
Patriot RSL Brake Inspection and Removal 1. Loosen the plastic cable strain relief nut. 2. Remove the 2 screws holding the back plate on. 3. Remove the back plate pushing the cable into the strain relief nut as you slide the plate away. 4.
Patriot RSL Slide Gate Operator LIMITED WARRANTY USAutomatic, LLC warrants this product to be free of defects in materials for a period of 3 YEARS following purchase USAUTOMATIC, LLC will repair or replace the product free of charge, including parts, shop labor, return shipping and handling to customer.
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