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Automatic Slide Gate Operator
Warning: Before installing your Polaris Automatic
Gate Operator (sometimes also referred to as the
"Product"), read this entire Installation Manual
for information about Product safety matters and
proper use of the Product. Only use the Product for
the purpose of operating a automatic driveway gate.
Installation Manual
Polaris SL2000
for models:
Polaris SL2500
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- Page 1 Automatic Slide Gate Operator Installation Manual Polaris SL2000 for models: Polaris SL2500 Warning: Before installing your Polaris Automatic Gate Operator (sometimes also referred to as the “Product”), read this entire Installation Manual for information about Product safety matters and proper use of the Product. Only use the Product for...
- Page 2 WARNING OF RISKS, PURCHASER’S RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ASSUMPTION OF CERTAIN RISKS: The directions for installation and use of the Product must be followed carefully. It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with use of the Product. The effectiveness of the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator depends on proper installation and the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of Polaris Professional Gate Opening Systems or the seller.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Warranty ............page 22 Polaris Automatic Gate Operators... -
Page 4: Gate Operator Class Categories
GATE OPERATOR CLASS CATEGORIES GATE OPENER CLASS CATEGORIES* The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is intended for use with vehicular slide gates. The opener can be used in Class I, Class II, Class III and Class IV applications. Residential Vehicular Gate Operator–Class I: A vehicular gate opener (or system) intended for use in a home of one-to-four single family dwelling, or a garage or parking area associated therewith. -
Page 5: Warnings And Precautions
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Safety overview checklist: WARNING – Moving gate has potential of inflicting General Safety Information injury or death–do not start gate unless path is clear. The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is designed to provide WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury or death: for safe operation. - Page 6 Polaris Automatic Gate Operators to OFF for a minimum of ten seconds. Should battery back for replacements.
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Page 7: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Post Mounting • Drill three holes through 2” x 2” steel posts for Concrete Pad mounting 3/8” x 3” galvanized steel bolts with washer and nut (posts, bolts, washers, and nuts all purchased SLIDERfig4 • Pour concrete pad a minimum size of 24” x 24” at separately). -
Page 8: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Chain Installation • Make sure the tension screw does not extend beyond the outside edge of the gate frame. • Make sure the holes in the chain bracket are level with bottom of idler wheels. Figure 5 Tension screw Figure 6 Gate 5”... -
Page 9: Wiring And Hookup Instructions
WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Select Gate Movement Direction Standing inside of the property and looking out, if gate operator is on the right select “right” hand operation – DIP switch 1 to OFF position. Standing inside of the property and looking out, if gate operator is on the left side select “left”... -
Page 10: Wiring And Hookup Instructions
WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Connecting to 110 Vac electrical power Connecting battery back-up IMPORTANT NOTE: All electrical connections must be • Gate operator will operate without batteries attached. performed by a licensed electrician. • If desired, automatic operation for a short period of time upon loss of power can be achieved. - Page 12 WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Fail Safe / Fail Secure Limit Switch Setup SLIDERfig10 • When using battery back up it is important to • Manually open the gate to desired position. Depress determine in which location the gate operator will stop the detent plate to release the limit nuts.
- Page 13 WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Dual Slide Gate Installations Figure 12 • Determine which operator will be the primary. Set DIP Operator 2 Operator 1 switch #4 in this operator’s control box to the OFF position. • The other operator is the secondary. Set DIP switch #4 in this operator’s control box to the ON position.
- Page 14 WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Auto Close Timer The amount of time between opening the gate and automatically closing the gate can be adjusted between 15 seconds and 120 seconds. The adjustment is made by turning the CLOSE TIMER potentiometer. The default position of the potentiometer is zero seconds (gate will close immediately once fully opened).
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Page 15: Board Layout Description
WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS Figure 15 Board Layout Description LED’s Potentiometers 1. Status 13. Auto Close Adjustment 2. Open 14. Stall Force Adjustment 3. Closed 4. Motion Buttons 5. Obstruct 15. Operate Gate 6. Timer On 7. Command Fuses 8. Exit 16. -
Page 16: Led Descriptions
WIRING AND HOOKUP INSTRUCTIONS LED Descriptions Proper wiring and performance can be verified by checking the operation of the LED’s located on the circuit board. LED #1: STATUS Blinks to indicate that the system is functioning properly LED #2: OPEN Lit when the gate is in the fully open position and open limit switch is depressed LED #3: CLOSED... -
Page 17: Dip Switches
DIP SWITCHES DIP SWITCHES * - Default factory setting DIP Switch 1 – Left or Right Hand Operation ON – Left hand operation OFF* - Right hand operation NOTE: When standing on the inside of the property looking out, if the gate operator is on your right, then it is a “right hand operation. -
Page 18: Accessory Hook Up Diagram
ACCESSORY HOOK-UP DIAGRAM ACCESSORY HOOK-UP DIAGRAM Magnetic gate lock Figure 17 NOTE: All green colored terminals are intended for Class II wiring only. Push button Receiver 3-Button Fire box Photo beams Edge sensors NOTE: A 2 amp maximum current draw is Loop detectors allowed from 24VDC terminals. -
Page 19: Parts List And Illustrations
PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS Cabinet (1) Parts List Part Sprocket (1) Polaris 2000: Polaris 2500: Motor (1) PCB (1) Idler wheel (2) Detent plate (1) Polaris 2000 Polaris 2500 Limit nut (2) Limit switch (2) Additional Parts: Chain (1) Polaris 2000 Polaris 2500... -
Page 20: Technical Specifications
Current Rating: 4 amps maximum Capacity Specifications Load capacity: Polaris SL2000 – will operate a gate designed for an opening of 20 feet and weighing up to 500 pounds. Polaris SL2500 – will operate a gate designed for an opening... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting/Maintenance
2. Observe if the STATUS LED light is blinking once per second. 8:00am to 5:00pm, MST, Monday – Friday 3. Verify the wires connected to the terminal board are Polaris Automatic Gate Operators not loose. 608 Tierra Montana Lp. 4. Verify that both fuses on the board have not blown. -
Page 22: List Of Accessories
LIST OF ACCESSORIES One-Button Transmitter: The transmitter works as an input device allowing the user to open or close the gate from a remote location. It has a range up to 300 feet. Two-Button Transmitter: The two-button transmitter provides the capability to remotely operate two separate devices such as two gates, or a gate and a garage door opener. -
Page 23: Warranty
WARRANTY WARRANTY You may obtain additional copies of this manual from our web site at 6) Ship the carton to: Polaris Gate Operators, 608 Tierra Montana Lp, www.polarisgate.com, or contact Polaris Gate Operators Bernalillo, NM 87004. at: 608 Tierra Montana Lp, Bernalillo, NM 87004, 1-877-313-8902.. IF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH Two Year Limited Warranty... - Page 24 FOR YOUR RECORDS Please record the serial number (found on the control box cover) and purchase information below. Keep this with your proof of purchase (receipts) in case your product is lost, stolen or requires service. Serial number: __________________________ Purchase date: __________________________ Retailer/store name: ____________________________________________________ _________ Customer Service...
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