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Chamberlain LiftMaster LA412 Owner's Manual

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LA412 & LA412-S
S O L A R R E S I D E N T I A L S W I N G
G A T E O P E R A T O R
O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
Please read this manual and the enclosed safety materials carefully!
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Periodic checks of the operator by a qualified technician are required to ensure safe operation.
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The model number is located inside the control box of your operator.
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Installation date
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  • Page 1 LA412 & LA412-S 1 2 V O L T D C S O L A R R E S I D E N T I A L S W I N G G A T E O P E R A T O R...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    20-24 WARRANTY POLICY Connect the Gate Operator (Gate 1) to the Control Box Set the Lock/Bipart Delay (Model LA412-S Only) Connect the Gate Operator (Gate 2) to the Control Box (Model LA412-S Only) ACCESSORIES Junction Box (Model LA412-S Only) 23-24...

  • Page 3: Safety Installation Information

    SAFETY » SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION 1. READ and FOLLOW all instructions. For a gate operator utilizing a contact sensor such as an edge sensor: 2. The gate operator is intended for use with Class I vehicular swing gates. a. 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 Class I denotes a vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a mechanical damage.

  • Page 4: Gate Construction Information

    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. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 3.1.3 A gap, measured in the horizontal plane parallel to the roadway, between a Gates shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions given for the fixed stationary object nearest the roadway, (such as a gate support post) appropriate gate type listed, refer to ASTM F2200 for additional gate types.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    • DO NOT connect solar panel(s) when power supply is connected. maintenance. • DO NOT connect more than 30W (3 solar panels). To reduce the risk of FIRE or INJURY to persons use ONLY LiftMaster part 29-NP712 for replacement batteries. ADJUSTMENT Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing gate.

  • Page 6: Operation And Maintenance

    SAFETY » IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PROGRAMMING To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate or garage door: • ALWAYS keep gate or garage door in sight until completely closed. • ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of children. NEVER permit children NEVER permit anyone to cross path of moving gate or door.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Do not let children operate the gate or play in the gate area. Watertight Connector This entrance is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use separate entrance Model LA412-S ONLY (2) Warning Signs (2) Standard Control Box (1) with 2 Batteries Gate Operator...

  • Page 8: Hardware Inventory

    INTRODUCTION » HARDWARE INVENTORY + ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR PURCHASE + TOOLS NEEDED HARDWARE INVENTORY NOTE: Hardware quantities shown below are for LA412. Quantities are doubled for LA412-S. Hex Nut 5/16"-18 (1) Key (2) Lock Washer 3/8" (3) Flat Washer 5/16" (1) Flat Washer 3/8"...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION » OVERVIEW OF TYPICAL INSTALLATION LEFT-HAND GATE Warning Sign Antenna Hinge Control Box with Batteries Post Bracket Solar Panel (Facing South) Gate Bracket Operator PVC Conduit (not provided) to protect the power cable for solar and Operator Cable low voltage wire from lawn mowers and string trimmers.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION » OVERVIEW OF TYPICAL INSTALLATION DUAL GATE Junction Box Extension Cable Warning Sign Photoelectric Sensors Gate 2 Hinge Solar Panel (Facing South) Antenna Post Bracket Gate Bracket Gate 1 Operator Cable Control Box with Batteries PVC Conduit (not provided) to protect the power cable for solar and low voltage wire from lawn mowers and string trimmers.

  • Page 11: Check Your Gate

    INSTALLATION » CHECK YOUR GATE + MOUNTING OPTIONS CHECK YOUR GATE Gate MUST be level. Gate and gate post MUST be plumb. Remove ANY/ALL wheels from the bottom of gate. Gate MUST NOT hit or drag across ground. Gate MUST swing freely and be supported entirely by its hinges. MOUNTING OPTIONS Mounting locations vary depending on type and style of your gate.

  • Page 12: Manual Release

    INSTALLATION » MANUAL RELEASE + DETERMINE POSITION OF THE PULL-TO-OPEN BRACKET + DETERMINE POSITION OF THE "OPTIONAL" PUSH-TO-OPEN BRACKET MANUAL RELEASE Release Lever Insert the key into the lock and turn it 180° counterclockwise. Turn the release lever 180° counterclockwise. The operator is now in manual mode.

  • Page 13: Assemble Gate Post Bracket (Pull-To-Open)

    INSTALLATION » ASSEMBLE GATE POST BRACKET (PULL-TO-OPEN) + ATTACH BRACKETS TO GATE OPERATOR All the illustrations on the following pages display a typical Left-Hand Gate installation. For push-to-open installations refer to instructions with push-to-open kit 50-19503. ASSEMBLE GATE POST BRACKET (PULL-TO-OPEN) Hex Bolt 3/8"...

  • Page 14: Determine Mounting Location

    INSTALLATION » DETERMINE MOUNTING LOCATION + MEASURING AND MARKING FOR THE GATE BRACKET DETERMINE MOUNTING LOCATION Gate Post Gate Post Gate Post The gate post bracket assembly can be mounted several places on the gate post. Gate Hinge Point Gate Hinge Point Gate Hinge Point Refer to the illustrations on page 10 for the ideal mounting location.

  • Page 15: Position Gate Operator On Gate

    INSTALLATION » POSITION GATE OPERATOR ON GATE POSITION GATE OPERATOR ON GATE NOTE: The post bracket assembly can be mounted several places on the gate post. Refer to page 10 for mounting options. Open the gate to desired open position (no greater than 100°) and hold operator against gate.

  • Page 16: Test Gate Travel

    INSTALLATION » TEST GATE TRAVEL + SECURE POST BRACKET TO GATE POST TEST GATE TRAVEL NOTE: If gate does not open and close completely adjust the position of the gate bracket and mark new mounting holes. Manually open and close the gate. Ensure that the operator does not bind against the pull-to-open bracket.

  • Page 17: Secure Gate Bracket To Gate

    INSTALLATION » SECURE GATE BRACKET TO GATE + WARNING SIGN PLACEMENT Angle Iron SECURE GATE BRACKET TO GATE The gate operator (arm) must be level. Reinforcement Area Wood Some installations may require additional reinforcement be installed on the gate. Drill holes in gate (or reinforcement, if necessary) that are large enough for the gate bracket mounting hardware.

  • Page 18: Standard Control Box

    INSTALLATION » STANDARD CONTROL BOX MOUNT THE CONTROL BOX The control box MUST be mounted within 5 feet (1.52 m) of the gate operator. Coaxial Connector Mount the control box as high as possible for best radio reception. Remove screws and open the control box. Disconnect the reset button, alarm, and coaxial connector.

  • Page 19: Standard Control Box

    INSTALLATION » STANDARD CONTROL BOX INSTALL THE CONTROL BOARD NOTE: Make sure the battery leads are on the left side of the control box and not pinched. Attach the antenna. Reinstall the batteries, control board, alarm and reset button. Coaxial Connector Reset Button Connections Alarm...

  • Page 20: Large Metal Control Box (Xlm)

    GATE 2 LOOP INPUTS SHADOW CHGR INTERRUPT OVLD CTRL AC PWR /SOLAR INSTALLATION CLOSE EDGE » LARGE METAL CONTROL BOX (XLM) OPEN EDGE/ PHOTO RT DELAY OPEN PHOTO CLOSE PHOTO GATE 1 LEARN CLOSE LIMIT LIMITS GATE 2 SINGLE BUTTON TIMER TO ORCE CLOSE...

  • Page 21: Wiring

    WIRING » CONNECT THE GATE OPERATOR (GATE 1) TO THE CONTROL BOX CONNECT THE GATE OPERATOR (GATE 1) TO THE CONTROL BOX Select hole in bottom of the control box to be used for the operator cable. Insert the watertight connector into the bottom of the control box and tighten with nut.

  • Page 22: Set The Lock/Bipart Delay (Model La412-S Only)

    WIRING » SET THE LOCK/BIPART DELAY (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) SET THE LOCK/BIPART DELAY (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) Occasionally in dual gate installations, one gate will need to open first and close second. This would happen if there was an ornamental overhang on one gate or if LOCK/ using a solenoid lock, for example.

  • Page 23: Connect The Gate Operator (Gate 2) To The Control Box (Model La412-S Only)

    WIRING » CONNECT THE GATE OPERATOR (GATE 2) TO THE CONTROL BOX (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) CONNECT THE GATE OPERATOR (GATE 2) TO THE CONTROL BOX (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) Before digging, contact local underground utility locating companies. Trench across driveway to bury the extension cable. Use PVC conduit to prevent damage to cables.

  • Page 24: Junction Box (Model La412-S Only)

    WIRING » JUNCTION BOX (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) JUNCTION BOX The following items are required to complete the junction box installation: Junction Box Cover • 4 x 4 Junction Box with 3/4" NPT threaded port holes • Screws Junction Box • PVC Conduit Screws (4) Open the junction box by removing screws (4) and set aside.

  • Page 25: Wiring

    WIRING » JUNCTION BOX (MODEL LA412-S ONLY) Remove terminals from operator cable. Strip wires and twist like colored wires together with wire nuts. Wire Nut Operator Cable Extension Cable Put wires inside of junction box. Watertight Connector Nut Secure operator and extension cables with watertight connector nut.

  • Page 26: Solar Panel Installation

    The solar panel(s) must be located in an open area clear of obstructions and shading for the entire day. The solar panel(s) comes with a 10 foot (3 m) cable. If a location near the control box cannot be found, an additional cable will be required. The LA412 Solar Gate Operator is not supported in northern climates where temperatures reach below -4°...
  • Page 27 SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION » POSITION SOLAR PANEL(S) POSITION SOLAR PANEL(S) The location of the panel(s) is critical to the success of the installation. In general, Solar Panel the panel(s) should be mounted using the provided angle bracket facing due south. (Facing South) The solar panel(s) should be mounted in an area clear of all obstructions and shading from buildings and trees.
  • Page 28 SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION » INSTALL THE SOLAR PANEL(S) INSTALL THE SOLAR PANEL(S) Solar panel(s) MUST be installed facing south. Use a compass to determine direction. Position solar bracket on mounting surface. Mark and drill holes. Insert two bolts into the track located on the back of the solar panel(s). Slide bolts in track away from bolt hole and align both bolts.

  • Page 29: Solar Panel Installation

    SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION » CONNECT SOLAR PANEL(S) TO OPERATOR CONTROL BOX + CONNECT BATTERIES CONNECT SOLAR PANEL(S) TO OPERATOR CONTROL BOX Open the control box cover. AC PWR/ SOLAR Disconnect all power and batteries from the control board. Control Board Run the solar panel cable to the bottom of the control box.

  • Page 30: Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENT » LIMITS LIMITS The limits are internal settings that indicate when the gates are in the fully open position and the fully closed position. For proper functionality, the limits must be programmed during the installation process. The programming uses a combination of buttons on the control board. The specific buttons used for programming depends on which side of the gate the control box is mounted and how many operators the installation includes.
  • Page 31 ADJUSTMENT » LIMITS LIMITS NOTES: • The gate with the longer travel span (opening) must be set as the primary gate (GATE 1). • If one gate is overlapping the other, the gate that is overlapping must be connected to GATE 1 so it will start moving before the other gate; GATE 2 may need to be closed first if there is overlap or a gate lock is being used.
  • Page 32 ADJUSTMENT » LIMITS LIMITS NOTES: • The gate with the longer travel span (opening) must be set as the primary gate (GATE 1). • If one gate is overlapping the other, the gate that is overlapping must be connected to GATE 1 so it will start moving before the other gate; GATE 2 may need to be closed first if there is overlap or a gate lock is being used.

  • Page 33: Force Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENT » FORCE ADJUSTMENT + TIMER-TO-CLOSE (TTC) Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a closing gate. • Too much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal •...

  • Page 34: Programming

    PROGRAMMING » REMOTE CONTROLS + KEYLESS ENTRY + ERASE ALL CODES + TEST A combined total of 50 remote controls and keyless entry PINs can be programmed to the operator. For highest level of security, we recommend the Security✚ line of ®...

  • Page 35: Operation And Maintenance

    OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE » RESET BUTTON + REMOTE CONTROL + SLEEP MODE RESET BUTTON The reset button is located on the outside of the control box and serves several functions. PROGRAMMING LIMITS RESET If a mistake is made while programming the limits press the reset button to start over.

  • Page 36: Manual Release

    OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE » MANUAL RELEASE + MAINTENANCE MANUAL RELEASE In case of a power failure, the operator can be disengaged from the gate. With an operator, the release action may sometimes feel stiff/jerky, which is normal and has no effect on function. RELEASE Insert the key into the lock.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING » WIRING DIAGRAM To protect against fire and electrocution: For continued protection against fire: • DISCONNECT power and battery BEFORE installing or servicing operator. • Replace ONLY with fuse of same type and rating. WIRING DIAGRAM Fault Alarm R182 CLOSE C1Ø1 EDGE...

  • Page 38: Diagnostic Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING » DIAGNOSTIC CHART Your gate operator is programmed with self-diagnostic capabilities. The diagnostic LED will flash a number of times then pause signifying it has found a potential issue. Consult Diagnostic Chart below. Operator is in sleep mode. Normal Operation. CONTINUOUS FLASHES (HEARTBEAT) POWER ON Stop is not connected.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING » TROUBLESHOOTING CHART • Power not connected. Make sure the AC/Solar input is connected and that at least one battery is connected with the corresponding OPERATOR DOES fuse intact. NOT RUN. DIAGNOSTIC LED • Low or defective battery. Check the battery to make sure that the red wire goes to the positive terminal of the battery and the NOT ON.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING » TROUBLESHOOTING CHART OPERATOR DOES NOT • Antenna not connected. Verify the antenna and coaxial cable are properly connected to the control board. RESPOND TO REMOTE • Remote control not learned. Refer to Programming Remote Control section. CONTROL COMMAND. •...

  • Page 41: Repair Parts

    Reset Switch K74-34392 Antenna 29-NP712 Battery K76-19446 Alarm SOLPNL10W12V Solar Panel Not Shown LA412-CONT Complete Control Box K1A6636 Receiver Module - 315 MHz K1A6636-1 Receiver Module - 390 MHz (optional) K76-35600 Reset Switch (XLM Control Box) K76-35364 Alarm (XLM Control Box) NOTE: The fuse is a standard 20 Amp fuse that is available from your local automotive store.

  • Page 42: How To Order Repair Parts

    Tucson, AZ 85706 WARRANTY POLICY LIFTMASTER TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The Chamberlain Group, Inc. warrants to the first purchaser of this product, for the structure in which this product is originally installed, that it is free from defect in materials and/or workmanship for a period of TWO years from the date of purchase. The proper operation of this product is dependent on your compliance with the instructions regarding installation, operation, maintenance and testing.

  • Page 43: Accessories

    The gate access system battery is designed to add a keypad. battery for solar applications or as a replacement battery. The model LA412 is designed to use two 7AH Homeowner can open gate from inside the home using batteries or one 33AH battery (see below).

  • Page 44: Template

    TEMPLATE FOR POST BRACKET MOUNTING © 2010, The Chamberlain Group, Inc. 01-34491G All Rights Reserved...

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