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Xceltronix Autocloser Installation Manual And User's Manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
AND USER'S GUIDE
Revision 5.8
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  • Page 1 Patent Pending INSTALLATION MANUAL AND USER’S GUIDE Revision 5.8...
  • Page 2 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Any modifications made to the Autocloser without express approval by Xceltronix, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate said equipment.
  • Page 3 We are certain that this little black box will give you peace of mind knowing that your garage or shop door will close if you inadvertently leave it open. The Autocloser works with your existing garage door opener and incorporates the latest micro- controller technology, infrared light sensor, the optional I-Opener system, and advanced software algorithms to deliver a safe and reliable product.
  • Page 4 2. Xceltronix, Inc. urges you to re-read your garage door opener instal- lation and maintenance manual. Perform routine maintenance and a safety inspection based on the recommendations of the garage door opener manufacturer.

  • Page 5: Parts List

    1 I-Opener terminal assembly (optional) 2 I-Opener terminal plate wood screws (optional) 1 I-Opener electronic key (optional) 1 Autocloser control unit Conspicuity tape Note: Items (1) and (2) may be supplied as a single spool of wire. Cut the required length of wire for item (1) from the...
  • Page 6 PARTS IDENTIFICATION...
  • Page 7 J brace, reflector, bolt Fig. 1-1 TIP: In steps 3 and 4, the Autocloser control unit will be installed under the garage door opener power head assembly. The infrared sensor will be lined up with the re- flector (Fig. 1-2) Install the reflector low enough on the J brace so that the infrared...

  • Page 8: Power Head Assembly

    1b. Attach reflective conspicuity tape to reflector plate. Peel off adhesive backing from the conspicuity tape and affix to side of reflector plate facing the Autocloser unit. Tape should be aligned to cover most of the rectangular portion of reflector plate (Fig. 1-3).
  • Page 9 2. Connect power to the Autocloser. The Autocloser uses a 110 Volt AC / DC power adapter. Attach each power wire to one of the screw terminals on the power adapter (Fig. 2-1). Either wire may be attached to either terminal.
  • Page 10 Note the position (Fig. 3-1) of the infrared sensors. To ensure correct operation, the Autocloser unit must be no more than 36 inches from the reflector plate when the door is fully open.
  • Page 11 Autocloser box will always be mounted to the power head assembly. TIP: The Autocloser will need to be mounted at least 2 inches left or right of the center of the garage door opener to facilitate lining up the box and reflector.
  • Page 12 Use your finger to apply pressure and remove air bubbles. The ad- hesive is 80% cured in 1 hour and 100% cured in 24 hours. The Autocloser unit can be mounted before the adhesive is cured, but care should be exercised not to apply any pres- ...
  • Page 13 (Fig. 5-1) Approximate the length of the wire needed to con- nect to the Autocloser unit. Add a little extra length to this approximation and cut the wire. Strip the wires on this end of Item (1) and attach one of the wires to each of the screw terminals labeled ‘NO’...
  • Page 14 6. Wire the disable button to the Autocloser. Locate the disable button next to the ga- rage door opener wall button. Attach one end of each wire, Item (2) to the disable button terminals, Item (3). Attach the disable button to the wall using the provided screws.
  • Page 15 To put the unit in disable mode, press the disable button again. C. Press the disable button again. The Autocloser will beep twice while the but- ton is in and six times when it is released in order to indicate that the unit has already been placed in temporary disable.
  • Page 16 TIP: To minimize the time required to test, set the Autocloser delay time to two minutes. (see Operation and Programming Item (4).) E. Open the door. Simulate an obstruction in the doorway by placing a piece of masking tape (non-clear) over one of the photo eye lenses.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL I-Opener subsystem INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL I-opener subsystem HARDWARE HARDWARE The I-Opener subsystem can be installed anytime after the Autocloser has been installed. The I-opener subsystem can be installed anytime after the Autocloser-GA has been in- !!!!!!WARNING!!!!!! stalled.
  • Page 18 Fig. 9 10. Drill holes for the I-Opener terminal plate. Position the back of the terminal in the hole. Mark the terminal plate holes with a pencil. Remove the terminal plate and drill the plate holes with a 1/8-inch drill. 11.
  • Page 19 12. Wire the I-Opener terminal to the Autocloser. Run the wire from the I-Opener terminal to the Autocloser unit attaching the wire to the wall and ceiling using in- sulated staples (not included) (Fig. 12-1). Fig. 12-1 Approximate the length of the wire needed to connect to the Autocloser. Add one foot to this approximation and cut the wire.
  • Page 20 I-Opener terminal for 2 seconds. The Autocloser will beep 3 times after each key is read. When all of the keys have been read, switch the Autocloser to on mode. Test each key by pressing it into the I-Opener terminal. (Remember: Whenever one key is programmed, all keys must be reprogrammed.) To erase all...

  • Page 21: Operation And Programming

    OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING The Autocloser system is ready to operate straight out of the box. Once installed, the unit will automatically close your garage door after the preset software timer has finished it’s count. The system features are enumerated below.
  • Page 22 7) Autocloser/reflector alignment - To align the unit and reflector, switch the unit to setup mode and open the garage door. The system will beep continuously when the reflector is within three feet of, and aligned with, the Autocloser unit. Switch the unit to on mode.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Please read this section carefully if your Autocloser does not function correctly. The unit does not beep or beeps intermit- STEP 1 tently when aligning the reflector while in 1) Make sure the switch is in the setup mode center position (setup mode).
  • Page 24 Release the disable button. This sets the delay time to 2 minutes. Yes- Go to Step 6 2) Retest Autocloser function and wait the full two minutes. Does the unit work? • No- Go to Step 6 • Yes- Unit is working...
  • Page 25 7) Unit begins to beep? Yes- Unit is working. Fol- low all installation steps. No– please contact Xcel- tronix, Inc. for possible warranty service The I-Opener system doesn’t work STEP 7 1) Switch unit into setup mode. 2) Press the disable button. Unit should beep three times.
  • Page 26 No- Please contact Xceltronix, Inc. for possible warranty service. STEP 10 1) Check I-Opener terminal connec- tion at the Autocloser. The colored or striped wire should be connected to the GA+ and the white wire should be connected to the GA-...

  • Page 27: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    How is warranty service obtained? We suggest that you retain your original packing materials in the event you need to ship your Autocloser. Ship the unit to: Xceltronix, Inc. Attn: Warranty Service Dept.
  • Page 28 If the door stops and is far enough away from the door detector, the Autocloser will think the door is shut and transition to monitor mode. If the door re-opens, the Autocloser will detect the open door and attempt to close it one more time.
  • Page 29 The disable is also a convenient way to temporarily dis- able the unit without turning it off. I returned home to find my garage door open. Why did my Autocloser fail to close my garage door? If you hear a beep once every 20 seconds and find the disable LED blinking, the unit did attempt to close the door.

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts visit our website at: www.autocloser.com Or contact us: Xceltronix, Inc. 661 N. Plano Rd. Suite 315 Richardson, TX 75081 1-877-748-8366 (1-877-SHUT DOOR) or 972-690-5255...
  • Page 32 Autocloser Warranty First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Code Phone # Email Address Date of Purchase Limited Lifetime Warranty: read the warranty section in the Installation Manual and User's Guide for details. Please mail to: Xceltronix, Inc. 661 N. Plano Rd.