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SAFETY SENSORS REQUIRED
CONFORMS TO UL STD 325
UL CLASS - I, II, III, IV
CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA STD
C22.2 NO. 247
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  • Page 1 Installation and Owners manual for max arm max ultra arm Actuator Arms SAFETY SENSORS REQUIRED CONFORMS TO UL STD 325 UL CLASS - I, II, III, IV CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA STD C22.2 NO. 247 Residential / Commercial Linear Gate Operators 4009963 www.max.us.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Loops & Loop Detectors DSP Controller Board Settings Wiring Opening Device Options © 2021 Maximum Controls LLC. UL Sensor Learn Mode All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any means: graphics, electronics or mechanical, including photocopying DIP-Switch Settings without the expressed written permission of the publisher.
  • Page 4 - Inputs for NORMALLY CLOSED (N.C.) or 10K Type 30 Amp Fuses EXIT CENTER SAFETY UL 325 Type B1 (photo cell) and Type B2 (sensing edge) Solar SOLAR BATTERY LIGHT MONITORED when used. Regulator 10 Amp Loop Rack (Optional) MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 5 Max Stroke length ..21.2 in Weight/Length Nominal thrust ..5500 N Maximum operating current ..6A Operating Temperatures ..-4°F ~+122°F (-20°C ~+50°C) 12ft 16ft 18ft Min = 40.25” 5” 127mm Max = 59.25” (+/-.39“) 7.35” 186mm 5.07” 128mm MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 6: Important

    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. ONLY Class IV vehicular horizontal swing gates shall be designed, constructed and installed in accordance with security related parameters specific to the application. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 7: Ul 325 Compliant Installation Requirements

    Exception: Emergency access controls only accessible by authorized personnel (e.g. fire, police, EMS) may be placed at any location in the line-of-sight of the gate. Exception : Les commandes d’accès d’urgence accessibles au personnel autorisé seulement (p. ex. pompier, policier, SMU) peuvent être placées à tout endroit dans le champ de visibilité de la barrière. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 8 7) One or more contact sensors shall be located at the bottom edge of a vertical barrier (arm). 7) Au moins un capteur de contact doit être situé sur le bord inférieur d’une barrière verticale (bras). MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 9: Important Safety Imformation

    7. The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate entrance. 7. La voie d’accès est réservée aux véhicules seulement. Les piétons doivent utiliser une voie d’accès différente. 8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 8. CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 10: Ul 325 Model Classifications

    B2 - Provision for connection of a contact sensor (edge device or the equivalent). E - An audio alarm. B1 and B2 means of entrapment protection must be MONITORED. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 11: Gate Safety Installation

    MAX 10K mini sensing C l o s e d edge works well in this area if entrapment protection is needed. If distance is less than 16 inches, entrapment protection is required in this area. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 12 It MUST be mounted a minimum of 6 feet away from all moving parts of the gate and in sight of the gate. Install it high enough to keep out of reach of small children. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 13: Intended Use Of Swing Gate Operator

    . tr a MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 14: Step-By-Step Installation

    The bracket MUST be level and VERY secure to the plate and wall. Extreme force will be exerted on this bracket during gate cycling. For PUSH open installation, please order MX115. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 15 Gate must be in good working condition before the actuator arm can be installed. Determine what direction the actuator arm will open the gate: “PULL OPEN” or “PUSH OPEN” Installation (See next page). See the “GATE SAFETY and REQUIREMENTS” in front of this manual (pages 4-11) for mounting requirements and limitations.
  • Page 16 See page 23 for PUSH OPEN 59.25” Max installation steps. DO NOT Fully Extend Drive Rod Closed 2.5” 8” 6” 41” Min NOTE: Rear bracket MUST be fabricated. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1 rev 06/09/22...
  • Page 17 P l a Rear Pin The bracket MUST be level and VERY secure to the plate and wall. Extreme force will be exerted on this bracket during gate cycling. For PUSH open installation, please order MX115. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 18 Protect the arm from welding sparks during tack welding. Remove arm before completely welding around the brackets. Make sure the brackets are level when tack welding them! The arm will not operate properly if not level. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 19 PUSH OPEN 100-110° installation steps. 10.2 >120° 10.6 59.25” Max 11.4 DO NOT Fully 90-110° Extend Drive Rod 11.8 (see previous page) 12.2 <90° Inch Closed 2.5” 8” 6” 40.25” Min NOTE: Rear bracket MUST be fabricated. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 20: Mount Control Box

    Yellow- Jog Open flexible Conduit Gray- Jog Close PAGES” in front of this manual EXIT CENTER SAFETY (not provided). Black- (pages 4-11) for installation requirements and restrictions. Loop Board Ground Ground Jog Gate Open/Close Loop Rack MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 21: Ac Input Power Only

    Press and HOLD the RED ON/OFF (AC) BATTERY button on DSP board until power must be turned OFF. LEDs should light up on DSP board. beep is heard, then release button. ON/OFF Battery power automatically turns ON. BATTERY MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 22 OPEN / CLS NC 2.5 sec PEED 1.5 sec 12VDC OUT OPEN ONLY 10K ENTRAP CLS ONLY 10K DO NOT CYCLE OPERATOR MOTOR 2 OPEN / CLS 10K 12VDC OUT AT THIS TIME. DAMAGE COULD OCCUR! MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1b.3...
  • Page 23: Settings: Gate/Id Plug/Operator

    PUSH OPEN configuration: LIMIT 2 each gate limit position - LIMIT 1 is CLOSE limit GATE (follow the steps on the next 6 pages - LIMIT 2 is OPEN limit depending on your model operator). MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1 REV 06/09/22...
  • Page 24: Open Max Install

    PUSH PULL pull OPEN OPEN open max arm install GATE Operator MUST be wired to control box. Control box MUST have power. MOTION CONTROL 1. Clear limits from control box memory. Press and HOLD STOP and CLOSE buttons together for 5 sec. until BEEP/ALARM is heard.
  • Page 25: Open Max Install

    PUSH PULL push OPEN OPEN open max arm install GATE Operator MUST be wired to control box. Control box MUST have power. MOTION CONTROL 1. Clear limits from control box memory. Press and HOLD STOP and CLOSE buttons together for 5 sec. until BEEP / ALARM is heard.
  • Page 26: Open Ultra Install

    Limit Cap limit switch adjustments Continued on next page Adjustment Adjustment Screw Screw Limit Limit MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1 Switch Switch Limit Cover rev 06/14/22 Remove limit cap with 2 screws Limit Cap and slide limit cover off operator. Limit Switch...
  • Page 27 127mm NOTE: If limits need to be re-adjusted, then they MUST be cleared first from control box memory, see #1 above. Max = 60.3” (+/-.39“) (1531 mm (+/- 10 mm) 7.35” MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1 186mm REV. 06/14/22 5.07” 128mm...
  • Page 28: Open Ultra Install

    8. With operator shaft in same position, temporarily mount FRONT bracket (Clamp or tack weld) to gate in the CLOSE position. 9. Remove limit cap with 2 screws and slide limit cover off operator. Limit Cap Limit Cover Continued on next page MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 29 127mm NOTE: If limits need to be re-adjusted, then they MUST be cleared first from control box memory, see #1 above. Max = 60.3” (+/-.39“) (1531 mm (+/- 10 mm) 7.35” MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1 186mm 5.07” 128mm MAX Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 30: Entrapment Protection Locations (List Of Sensors)

    Install along entire edge of gate. list of Sensors - UL325 2018 The following is a list of recommended safety devices for the MAX Arm Operators (sold separately). Miller Edge R-Band Wireless Edge Unit Omron E3K-R10K4-10R Photocell (Reflector) P/N: RB-G-RX10 & RB-TX10...
  • Page 31: Entrapment Protection Wiring (Test Photo Cls Nc Sensor)

    MOTION CONTROL 3. Press STOP button again within 5 min. to end learn mode, beeping stops. NOTE: If STOP button is not pressed within 5 min. learn mode automatically end after 5 min. STOP OPEN CLOSE MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 32: Adjust Erd Reverse Sensor

    Plug-In Loop Detectors MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 33: Dsp Controller Board Settings

    Radio Receivers Dry Contact (N.O.) External Alarm Key Switch Card Reader Keypad Emergency Open Device Reset Button Separate power Telephone Security Device for Devices if required. Dry Contact (N.O.) Entry Dry Contact (N.O.) See page 34 MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 34: Ul Sensor Learn Mode

    MOTOR 2 OPEN / CLS 10K 12VDC OUTPUT 12VDC OUT Actuator Type MAX arm, MAX Ultra arm No beeping when ONLY battery power and gate is in motion. Battery Beep Mode Beeping when ONLY battery power and gate is in motion.
  • Page 35: Dual Gate Operators

    “SAFETY PAGES” in t i o e r t r e c front of this manual - D i r o p e n i (pages 4-11) for s i d ( I n installation requirements and restrictions. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 36: Additional Features

    GATE DISABLE prevents: • Breaking into a keypad box and trying to trigger the wires to get the gate to open. IMPORTANT: It is NOT recommended activating the GATE DISABLE device while persons are present inside the property. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 37: Open / Stop / Close Inputs

    View input voltage (DC voltage). • View average current gate consumption. Press and hold PROGRAM button for 5 seconds • View cycle count. to enter program mode. • Program date and time. • Turn on/off other advanced features. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 38 ...“actively” locking PRIMARY gate against the positive stop on secondary gate. This securely locks the gates together without the need of a maglock. The gates will not have any play in CLOSED position...they are locked in place. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 39: Max Cell Hub

    • Track the keypad device’s activity in the event log from the black box on DSP board. Card Reader Wiegand Connect any ONE of these options RFID to the Max keypad device. transponder t e n MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 40: Solar Control Box Installation

    Turned ON the switch located directly underneath the fuses Leave the solar mode switch off and follow the included installation manual for standard installation and setup of limit switches DO NOT TURN ON THE SOLAR MODE SWITCH UNTIL INSTALLATION IS FINISHED MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 41 EXIT CENTER SAFETY MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 42 1351 USE LOW POWER accessories in order to 1932 1621 1311 minimize power draw. Each additional 200 W 1864 1545 1227 accessory draws power affecting the daily 1727 1394 1061 cycle rate. 1659 1318 Rev. 09/23/19 MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    MOTION CONTROL 3. Press STOP button again within 5 min. to end learn mode, beeping stops. NOTE: If STOP button is not pressed within 5 min. learn mode automatically end after 5 min. STOP OPEN CLOSE MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 44: Gate Cycling Troubleshooting

    • Ensure to go into learn mode: Hold STOP + CLOSE buttons until BEEP is heard, relearn limits by using OPEN and CLOSE buttons. Gate NOT moving • Ensure manual release is re-engaged. after learning limits. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 45: Dsp Board Troubleshooting

    Up to 8000 event history and error codes are being downloaded to connected flash drive. Up to 5 min. “PROGRAM” LED is FLASHING • Program button has been pressed and programming mode is active. Press button again to leave programming mode. Table continued on next page MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 46 Anti-tailgate feature is turned ON. If this feature is not desired, turn Anti-tailgate OFF. “CLOSING GATE SPEED” LEDs are • ONLY Maximum settings will turn LEDs ON. All other settings, LEDs remain OFF. ON but gate moves slowly. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 47: Common Sensor Wiring

    12VDC OUT MONITORED or it 12VDC OUT MONITORED or it 12VDC OUT 12VDC OUT will NOT be MONITORED. will NOT be MONITORED. NOTE: For 10K Resistor E3K Photocell wiring see next page DO NOT use 10K Resistor included with photocell. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1b...
  • Page 48 Type B1 Non-Contact sensor entrapment 12VDC OUT protection device MUST be MONITORED Polarity does NOT matter DSP Arm Controller by the gate operator. IMPORTANT: Photocell MUST be powered by 12VDC OUT or it will NOT be MONITORED. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 49 CONTACTS SHOWN IN ENERGIZED STATE VDC/VAC OPEN/CLS 12VDC OUT Wire to (NO) of Relay 1 OPEN ONLY CLS ONLY Wire to (NO) of Relay 2 OPEN/CLS 12VDC OUT Monitored 12VDC OUT Polarity does NOT matter DSP Arm Controller MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1b.3 Rev 06-16-22...
  • Page 50 OPEN/CLOSE direction output will activate. LLD1 The transmitter status LED will blink once every second when the edge is activated. If the channel does not exhibit this behavior, double check the edge wiring/termination and transmitter batteries. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 51: Emx Irb-Ret

    Photocell MUST be powered by OPEN/CLS 12VDC OUT or it will NOT be MONITORED. Power NOTE: If photocell 12VDC OUT does NOT function using DSP Arm Controller VRX power input, connect power to VTX input instead. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 52: Emx Irb-Mon (Single Gate)

    GND - Common OPEN ONLY CLS ONLY OPEN/CLS 12VDC OUT NOTE: To meet the UL 325 2018 standard, Type B1 DSP Arm Controller Non-Contact sensor entrapment protection device MUST be MONITORED by the gate operator. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1.2 06-14-22...
  • Page 53: Emx Irb-Mon (Dual Gates)

    CLS ONLY OPEN/CLS 12VDC OUT DSP Arm Controller 12VDC OUT Polarity does NOT matter NOTE: To meet the UL 325 2018 standard, Type B1 Non-Contact sensor entrapment protection device MUST be MONITORED by the gate operator. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 54 3. When the chirping stops, release the program button. Wait ~10 seconds and you will hear 2 beeps. The receiver is now ready to be 3. When the chirping stops, release the program button. Wait ~10 seconds and you will hear 2 beeps. The receiver is now ready to be reprogrammed. reprogrammed. MAX Super 1300/2300 Arms V1 MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 55 Prog/Test 1 Release button. Repeat steps for PROG/TEST 2 button (Safety 2) on transmitter if second edge is used. Prog/Test 2 NOTE: See iGaze RE Wireless kit instruction sheet for complete installation and programming instructions. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 56: Dsp Circuit Board Overview

    See page 34. Telephone Entry Close Stop Dry Contact NO 3-Button Control Station Open Dry Contact See page 35. External Alarm Reset Button Dry Contact Key Switch Card Reader Keypad Stop See pages 31 & 35. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 57: Manually Release Gate

    OWNER of the gate operator is responsible for the KEY availability. BEFORE manually releasing gate! ALWAYS grasp gate to move it. max ultra arm Insert key and turn 90°. Lift key plate. Gate can now be moved. MAX Arm/Ultra Arm V1...
  • Page 58 Installation and Owners manual for max arm max ultra arm Actuator Arms SAFETY SENSORS REQUIRED CONFORMS TO UL STD 325 UL CLASS - I, II, III, IV CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA STD C22.2 NO. 247 Residential / Commercial Linear Gate Operators 4009963 Maximum Controls LLC.

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