User Manual 500 & 700 Single 500/502 & 700/702
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1. 28 Transmitter Receiver old style eee 29 Transmitter Receiver new Style Leere nnns 30 Accessory Hook UD DIGGIN ccu eta vu eV co cu ae cenae e acer aeo ax eua Uss 31 Exit Wand Hook Up 34 Photo Eyes Hook 35 Emergency DISCOMM CCL uinci 37 Technical Specifications eese eese ee enn anna ananas 38 Parts List ana 06 39 Troubleshooting Maintenance 41 B mel ACCESSOTIGS me Esai 43 44 Polaris Automatic Gate Operators 8617 Paseo Alameda NE Albuquerque NM 87113 Phone 877 313 8902 Fax 800 830 3952 Email ask polarisgate com Web www polarisgate com Page 2 WARNING OF RISKS PURCHASER S RESPONSIBILITIES AND ASSUMPTION OF CERTAIN RISKS The directions for installation and use of the Product must be followe2. weiseiq dq yooH 42085222 ACCESSORY HOOK UP DIAGRAM Telephone Entry System Accessory Connections Strip Fire Access Control C7 FIRE Keyswitch Control Solenoid Lock 1 see page 30 12V ACCESSORY Please refer to Magnetic Lock instruction manual for connection instructions Connections differ for 12 or 24v connection 2 ACCESSORY HOOK UP DIAGRAM P cov 12 VDC TT eee C EXIT Wired Keypad Hive 433 MHz Radio Receiver Yellow Black Wires mE Receiver must be mounted inside of control box Paged 3 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS EXIT WAND HOOK UP DIAGRAM EMX VMD202 EXIT PROBE GATE OPERATOR CABINET BURIED CABLE BURIED PROBE O Refer to EMX manual when using Remote Control for sensitivity adjustment CLOSED GATE EDGE OF DRIVEWAY L he EMX 202 probe is used to open the gate for vehicles leaving the property Bury the probe as far back from the gate as the cable will allow Sixto eight inches is deep enough for the probe and the cable Connect the color coded cable wires to the gate operator as shown below Allow probe to calibrate for 5 minutes everytime you power up your system CYCLE SET LIMIT LEARN CODE PWR SAVE e e STALL LOSE POLARIS SWING CIRCUIT BOARD OPENER 1 OPENER 2 12V ACCESSORY BLK B
3. User Manual 500 amp 700 Single 500 502 amp 700 702 Dual Polaris 700 702 Polaris 500 502 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 driveway gate Page 1 Document revision 1 1 Table of Contents Gate Operator Class 4 Warnings and Precautions 5 Installing The Polaris Operator s eee rere eee 8 Pull to Open Gate Operator Mounting 9 Push to Open Gate Operator Mounting creer 11 Post Mount Brackets 13 CIRCUIT Board Did gra TEE 16 Board Layout Description 16 SCO S eise 17 Wining OD Cl Al OF 18 Pull to Open Limit 10 22 Push to Open Limit 24 Primary Secondary Gate Movemienl 052 2o nnna 26 Obstruction Sensitivity Set Up 27 AWO
4. and stop the gates using the cycle button when a gate gets to the desired closed open position Once this occurs set the limit for that gate by pressing the set limit button until it beeps once make sure dip switch 6 is set appropriately Cycle the gates back to the open closed position 5 With the gates in the open closed position cycle gates to close open once again This time stop the gates when the other gate gets to the desired stop location Once that is accomplished set the limit for that gate by setting the dip switch 6 correctly and pressing the set limit button until it beeps once MAINTENANCE Preventive Maintenance Using a clean dry cloth wipe the gate operator shaft and then apply a silicone spray The silicone spray will reduce friction in extreme temperature ranges and help the eate operator operate smoothly This should be repeated every 4 6 weeks If needed spray a small amount of silicone lubricant into tiny pinhole found on shaft of actuator with actuator in extended position Check the gate hinges to make sure gate 15 swinging smoothly and freely Grease hinges if needed Check batteries occasionally for corrosion and clean leads 1f necessary Check voltage occasionally n some cold weather climates it 1s recommended to purchase battery heaters to ensure that your batteries maintain a charge throughout cold weather months In this case battery heaters need to be unplugged during spring su
5. AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS WIRING THE OPERATOR YOU WILL NEED 1 PLASTICPCB CABINET 2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER 3 SMALL PLAINSCREWDRIVER 4 WIRE STRIPPERS 5 BATTERY 6 TRANSFORMER OR SOLAR PANEL 1 MOUNT THE BLACK PLASTIC PCB CABINET LOCATE IT WITHIN 6 FEET OF THE HINGE POST AND AT A HEIGHT MAKING IT EASY TO ACCESS BE SURE THE SWITCH ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CABINET IS SWITCHED TO THE OFF POSITION 2 CONNECT THE ACTUATORS TO THE GREEN TERMINAL BLOCKS AS SHOWN IF YOUR SYSTEM ONLY HAS A SINGLE ACTUATOR IGNORE THE SECONDARY ACTUATOR CONNECTIONS SHOWN 3 CONNECT THE TRANSFORMER TO THE TERMINAL BLOCK AS SHOWN TRANSFORMER IS DESIGNED TO BE INDOORS OR IN A WEATHERPROOF ENCLOSURE IF YOU USE A SOLAR PANEL INSTEAD CONNECT AS SHOWN DO NOT USE BOTH CHARGING SYSTEMS 4 CONNECT THE BATTERY THE POSITIVE TERMINAL OF THE BATTERY RED CONNECTS TO THE POSITIVE RED WIRE WHICH CONNECTS TO THE POSITIVE TERMINAL ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD LIKE WISE THE NEGATIVE BLACK TERMINAL CONNECTS TO THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL ON THE BOARD USING THE BLACK WIRE 5 WHEN ALL THE WIRES ARE CONNECTED PLUG IN THE TRANSFORMER AND TURN THE SWITCH ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CABINET ON USE ONLY ONE CHARGING SYSTEM SOLAR PANEL OR TRANSFORMER RECEIVER FOR SOLAR PANE ME REMOTE CONTROLS OR o TS TRANSFORMER 18 jn OPENER TWO PRIMARY ACTUATOR SECONDARY ACTUATOR O CYCLE SETLIMIT LEARN CODE PWR SAVE
6. A 6 OBSTRUCTION SENSITIVITY SET UP Note Cycle is an open close input Exit is a open only input IMPORTANT For safety reasons the obstruction setting or stall force on the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator control board comes from the factory set at minimum turned all the way counter clockwise In many gate installations this setting will need to be adjusted to overcome the weight and size of the gates The STALL FORCE potentiometer on the circuit board controls the obstruction sensitivity or the amount of force the operator will apply to an obstruction before it automatically stops and reverses direction of the gate Adjust the sensitivity beginning at the factory default counter clockwise position Continue to incrementally increase the force until the gate can open and close without obstructing under its own weight NOTE The stall force may need to be increased in cold weather due to increased resistance from gate hinges NOTE The OBSTR LED will light to indicate an obstruction is sensed NOTE The Stall Force dial in Figure 31 should ideally be at the 10 o clock position instead of the 12 clock position pictured Figure 31 LI STALL CLOSE FORCE 120 Obstruction Potentiometer Page 2 Auto Close Timer The amount of time between opening the gate and automatically closing the gate can be adjusted between 0 seconds and
7. Nut M10 UNIVERSAL PULL CLAMP ON POST BRACKET N TO SUIT 6 x6 POST MANUAL UE DEP peace we i Page 1 D iS AUTOMATIC GATE NERS d cou STALL CLOSE z FORCE TIMER E to 120 5 SHADOW 1234 12345678 H N U i TIMER ON mn CHARGING CYCLE OPENER 1 OPENER 2 12V ACCESSORY EDGE ORG ORG YEL YEL RED BLK BLU BRN RED BLK BLU BRN NO NO COMCOM IN PEU LED s Buttons 1 18 VAC Power 16 Cycle used as an input device 2 24V Converter 17 Set Limit 3 Gate Operator Retracting 18 Learn Code 4 Gate Operator Extending 19 Power Save 5 Obstruction Fuses 6 Auto Close 20 15 amp Fuse 7 Battery OK 21 4 amp Fuse 8 Battery Charging Connectors 9 Status 22 Buzzer Connection 10 Safety Loop 23 RF Board Connection 11 Shadow Loop 12 Exit Loop 13 Radio Receiver Potentiometers 50 14 Stall Force Adjustment n 15 Auto Close Adjustments IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS DIP SWITCHES Default factory setting Block 1 DIP Switch 1 Auto Close ON Auto close feature enabled OFF Auto close feature disable Block 2 DIP Switch 2 Pull to Open or Push to Open for Primary Gate Operator ON Primary gate operator set up for push to open operation OFF Primary gate operator se
8. SET LIMIT button until two audible beeps are heard c Two audible beeps will verify the open limit setting is now cleared Repeat steps 1 5 to program the gates open limit setting Cj SET LIMIT LE NL On op e _ M 25 te WARNING Do not use hand held transmitters to program primary and secondary limits Only the cycle button should be used until final set up is complete to avoid damage to actuators and voiding warranty Dip switch number 6 dictates which gate is being affected by the set limit button whether setting or clearing the limit If dip switch 6 is in the up position it will set or clear the limit for the secondary operator If it s in the down position it will set or clear the limit for the primary operator Dual Gate Installations Step 1 Make sure both gates are in the fully closed position Verify Block 2 DIP Switch 1 2 amp 3 are in the ON position Step 2 Ensure power switch is in the ON position Press the cycle button on the circuit board and the gates will begin to open Stop the gates using the cycle button when the desired limit for the primary gate has been reached Step 3 Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until you hear one beep to acquire the open limit setting fig 29 The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT
9. STALL CLOSE FORCE TIMER POLARIS SWING CIRCUIT BOARD OPENER 1 OPENER 2 12 V ACCESSORY 8VAC SOLAR RED BLK BLU BR RED BLK BLU BRI ORG YEL YE d OO O NO COM CO TERMINAL BLOCKS GREEN ORANGE BATTERY PageZ 1 PULL TO OPEN LIMIT SETTING Open gate to inside of property Single Gate Installations Step 1 Make sure the gate 1 the fully open position Ensure power switch 1 the ON position Step 2 Verify Block 2 Switch 1 1s OFF position Press the cycle button on circuit board and the eate will begin to close Stop the gate using the cycle button when the desired limit has been reached Step 3 Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until one audible 1 heard to acquire the closed limit setting The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the closed limit is now set Step 4 Press cycle button on circuit board to return the eate to the fully open position Step 5 Again using the cycle button close the gate to verify it meets the desired location If the gate did NOT reach the desired closed limit proceed to step 6 Step 6 CLEARING THE CLOSED LIMIT SETTING a Return the gate to the fully open position b Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until two audible beeps are heard c Two audible beeps will verify the closed limit setting is now cleared Re
10. button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the open limit is now set Step 4 Press cycle button on circuit board to return the gates to the fully closed position Step 5 Again press the cycle button on circuit board The gates will begin to open The primary gate should stop at the open limit position that was programmed in the previous steps The secondary gate will continue to open until you press the cycle button Step 6 setting secondary gate Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the ON position Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until you hear one beep to acquire the open limit setting fig 29 The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the open limit is now set Step 7 Press the cycle button on circuit board to close both gates Then once again press the button to open the gates and verify the open limits are set properly If the gates did not reach the desired open limits proceed to step 8 Step 8 CLEARING THE OPEN LIMIT SETTINGS a Return the gates to the fully closed position b Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the OFF position Fig SET LIMIT LE iz Oh STALL CLOSE FORCE IIMEF ar er He er i ale a e 8 8 ga e Be e dio Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until two audible beeps are heard Two audible beeps will
11. gate operator and the pivot bracket does not bind in the gate open and gate closed positions Note Gate in CLOSED position Mounting the Control Box Step 3 Mount the Control Box as illustated Note Ensure the control box is mounted to a secure surface and at least three feet above the ground to protect it from rain snow and other conditions Control Box Dimensions 14 5h x 12 5w x 6 5d Control Box Figure 3 Page 1 0 MS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS PUSH TO OPEN GATE OPERATOR MOUNTING Step 1 With the gate in the desired close position and with the gate operator in its fully retracted position install the gate operator Ensure the gate operator is mounted level Figure 4 _ 7 1 A p p jn ae 3 8 16x3 Hex bolt 3 8 x2 3 8 Clevis pin 3 8 x1 3 8 Clevis pin j J Bushings to be set N between bottom side of actuator rod ends and mounting bracket 3 8 1 1 8 ODx 3 32 Bushing 3 8 Flat washer 3 8 x1 1 8 O Dx 1 2 Bushing 3 8 16 Nylock nut Clevis pin clip Clevis pin clip Page 1 1 iS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS PUSH TO OPEN GATE OPERATOR MOUNTING Note Gate in OPEN position Step 2 Note Ensure the gate operator and the pivot bracket does not bind in the gate open and gate closed positions Note Gate in CLOSED position Figure 5 Mounti
12. the warranty Figure 7 iL A P4 eo gt 0 0 L M NI SI S SUI E SI A x SS NN N edd M 14 TS S 1 Bushing Clevis pin clip Page 7 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENE R3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Mechanical Specifications Electrical Specifications Motor 24 VDC Voltage Ratings Powered by a 24 v VDC motor Shipping Weight POLARIS 500 65 Ibs 18 VAC transformer 18 0 to 22 0 VAC POLARIS 500 502 88 Ibs 12 V Battery 12 0 to 13 5 VDC 7 2Ah POLARIS 700 65 Ibs Charging Circuit 12 0 to 14 8 VDC POLARIS 700 702 90 Ibs Transmitter Receiver Frequency 433MHz Travel Speed 16 seconds for 90 opening under normal conditions and normal load Transmitter Range Up to 100 feet 90 meters varies greatly depending on gate surroundings 39 6 inches retracted 58 6 inches extended POLARIS 500 50 050 08585 1 Capacity 12 feet 200 pounds Stroke Length 19 Minimum Gate Length 60 inches 44 6 inches retracted 68 6 inches extended POLARIS 5 0 ol 14 feet 300 pounds 24inches Stroke Length Minimum Gate Length RIS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS Hardware Kit Primary Gate Operator 10 ft cable 3 8 16 Hex Nut 4 gt 7 16 13 Hex Nut 4 POLARIS 500 POLARIS 700 Operator Attach Bracket Hand P
13. the learn code mode Step 5 Press and hold the transmitter button until the CHARGING LED turns off the STATUS light blinks and an audible beep occurs Release the transmitter button The transmitter code 1s now set Step 6 Replace the battery access cover on the transmitter Step 7 Verify the transmitter 1s operational by pressing the transmitter button The RADIO RECEIVER LED will light and the gate will move if the setting 1 correct If the gate does not move repeat the process starting with step 4 NOTE The control box circuit board can learn and hold up to 10 different codes NOTE To clear all codes press and hold the LEARN CODE button for 10 seconds Two audible beeps verify LEARN CODE has been cleared Figure 25 DIP Switche ATI PAW AW AWAY m iV UAWL Figure 26 LIMIT LEARN CODE 5 Page 2 9 TRANSMITTER RECEIVER newer style must be mounted inside of cabinet Step 1 Open the access door by sliding it to the right Step 2 You can now see the jumper and dip switch Note jumper must be in place for operation Step 3 The Hive Receiver will automatically ditect voltages between 12 24 V either AC or DC Fig 4 il ee Step 4 The Transmitter Solutions Hive receiver with 10 dip switches operates at 433 MHz Step 5 Set the dip switches to the desired settings to match your transmitters SW1 controls Relay 1 and SW2 contr
14. 120 seconds The adjustment is made by turning the CLOSE TIMER potentiometer The default position of the potentiometer is zero seconds Timer will activate after gates have completed one full cycle To increase the delay time turn the potentiometer clockwise NOTE Only active if Block 1 DIP switch 1 is in the ON position Figure 17 POLARIS STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF A SAFETY DEVICE SUCH AS PHOTO BEAMS OR SAFETY LOOP WHEN AUTO CLOSE TIMER IS ACTIVATED e e Kuua Page A TRANSMITTER RECEIVER older style NOTE Polaris Automatic Gate Operator transmitters use a standard code set at the factory It is recommended that this code is re set for safety and security before programming receiver Step 1 Remove the battery access cover on the transmitter When the cover 1 off you will see the battery and the DIP switches Step 2 The DIP switch block contains 10 small switches Using a small screwdriver or pen move any switch or combination of the switches to either the open or closed position NOTE Do not set the switches to all open or all closed Step 3 Locate the LEARN CODE button on the circuit board in the control box Step 4 Press and hold the LEARN CODE button for at least three seconds but no more than five seconds Upon release the CHARGING LED will light the STATUS LED will stop blinking and an audible beep will occur verifying the circuit board is in
15. E POWER SOURCE CONNECTING BOTH POWER SOURCES CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO CIRCUIT BOARD AND WILL VOID WARRANTY Figure 19 J Figure 18 Location ON OFF Switch Control Box OPENER 1 OPENER 2 RED BLK BLU BRN REDBLK BLU BRN 18VAC SOLAR No E u IN OUT ogo els 12V ACCESSORY ORG ORG YEL YEL NO NO COMCOM of Figure 20 Screw in connector to lock wire in place Terminal block Sa Wire NOTE Unscrew connector to release wire NOTE Entire terminal block can be removed from circuit board to allow wiring The terminal block can then be snapped back onto the circuit board Page 1 CT Second Battery not included Step 5 Connect the battery terminal wires to the battery Step 6 Plug in transformer Turn control box power switch to the ON position Black WARNING Please make sure the batteries are fully charged before connecting and powering up the new circuit board Undercharged batteries may Red termir al damage the circuit board and void your warranty Step 3 The transformer provided is for dry location use only If used in an outside outlet the transformer must be enclosed or covered for weather protection Attach AC power wire to the transformer NOTE DO NOT PLUG TRANSFORMER INTO AC POWER UNTIL ALL WIRING IS COMPLETED St
16. G Lit when battery is being charged LED 9 STATUS Blinks to indicate that the system is functioning properly Also used to indicate a user input during installation LED 10 SAFETY LOOP Lit when the safety loop contact is made LED 11 SHADOW LOOP Lit when shadow loop contact is made LED 12 EXIT LOOP Lit when an exit loop contact is made LED 13 RADIO RECVR Lit while transmitter button 15 pushed Power Save Mode Recommended for Solar Applications Polaris Automatic Gate Operators come equipped with a Power Save feature The default mode 1 for all LED s to be operational as described If it is desired to conserve power to maximize battery life Recommended for the following steps can be taken Press and hold the PWR SAVE button for three seconds An audible beep will sound confirming the change to the power save mode This will disable several LED s when not activated for five minutes In Power Save mode the LED s will operate as described upon an input When the gate sits idle for five minutes the LED s will turn off to conserve power When troubleshooting the installation it 1 recommended to disable the Power Save feature The feature can be disabled by pressing and holding the PWR SAVE button for three seconds Two audible beeps will sound confirming the change to normal mode operation Ps dd ANCODE PWRSAVE Figure 24 Power save button 0980936091150 70 Page 2 RIS
17. LED is on 5 Verify the 12V battery voltage If below 12 3V then replace or recharge the battery 6 Clear and redefine limits as described earlier in the manual 7 Try the CYCLE button on the control board 8 Verify all connections especially the actuators 9 Verify FIRE BOX PHOTO BEAMS or EXIT WAND if installed is not preventing gate movement The gate s are operating slowly 1 This is usually due to low power Check voltage on batteries If voltage 1s below 12 3V allow time for batteries to charge before operating gates if this is a solar application and there has been a lack of sunlight you will need to charge batteries with a trickle charger before operating your gate s The status light is flashing rapidly 1 This is also most likely due to a power problem Check battery voltage and charge batteries if necessary 2 After batteries are fully charged power down system for 5 seconds and turn back to on position There are no remaining inputs for 12vdc for my accessories 1 You may create a pigtail connection and connect more than one accessory to a 12vdc input connector Can I adjust the actuator manually to fit my gate 1 No The actuator must be installed in the fully retracted position and connected to the gate attach bracket at that point Please refer to page 10 fora pull to open application or page 12 for a push to open application v Page IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS TROUBLE SH
18. LU BR ORG YEL YE GATE LOCK NO COM C PWR QU TO EXIT LOOP 7 ON 2 nd TERM BLOCK TO COM ON 2nd TERM BLOCK RED BLACK BROWN GREEN WHITE CABLE FROM PROBE NOT USED 1 16 09 4 IS AUTO MATIC GATE OPENERS PHOTO EYE HOOK UP DIAGRAM NIR Photo Eye ane __3 5 x3 5 POST Bre are two configur H i ations for using two sets Su ofpheto yes 5 f reversing controls We p ax 5 N 2 recommend using 3 to E 255 ieces of redwood Se LE o 4 A LU ENT i T Ax i landscaping timbers as N j Du mounting posts setting OIN fj EMITTERS 7 the photo eyes about 16 Z EMITTERS O above grade To test A l make sure units are REFLECTORS m powered then break CLOSED the beam You should CLOSED LASSEMBLY AGA PHOTO EVE v SET aan ere JNIVERSAL PULL CLAMP ON S B t a small click in ace MS ON POST TOREA SS x35 POST EMITTER module FO SUH 3 5 3 5 POST e The NIR photo eye has two parts the EMITTER and the REFLECTOR The EMITTER has 5 screw terminals labeled by color Attach the terminals in the emitter to those on the gate operator circuit board as shown below Use a dir
19. OOTING The 15 amp fuse is blown 1 Check wiring from actuator arms to circuit board for loose or cut connections 2 Verify that all wiring is correct according to page 18 3 Check for any overheating or singed wiring 4 Call technical support at 1 877 313 8902 before attempting to replace fuse so as to prevent any further damage The 4 amp fuse is blown 1 Check wiring from transformer to circuit board 2 Check for any loose or incorrect connections 3 Check battery connections for any corrosion or loose wires 4 After replacing fuse verify that 18vac light is illuminated this is not valid on a solar powered system 5 Call technical support if fuse blows again How do I reset the limits on my gate s 1 Make sure you start with both arms in the fully retracted position 2 Clear the limits on both arms by pressing the set limit button and holding it in until it beeps twice Set dip switch 6 in the opposite position and press set limit again until it beeps twice You have now cleared the limits for both operators 3 Dip switch number 6 dictates which gate is being affected by the set limit button whether setting or clearing the limit If dip switch 6 is in the up position it will set or clear the limit for the secondary operator If it s in the down position it will set or clear the limit for the primary operator 4 Once limits have been cleared cycle the gates to close pull to open or open push to open
20. The customer service representative will provide further assistance or authorize repair or replacement as appropriate 3 If repair or replacement is appropriate you will be given a return authorization number RMA This RMA must be visible on all documents and packages returned to Polaris Gate Operators 4 Carefully pack the defective Product or Product part in a sturdy shipping carton include 1 a letter detailing the complaint 11 a daytime phone number where you can be reached 11 your name and address for any return iv your sales receipt proof of purchase and v the RMA on all correspondence and the shipping carton 5 Prepay the freight and insure the defective Product or Product part against shipping damage Note that defective Products or Product parts shipped freight collect will not be accepted 6 Ship the carton to Polaris Gate Operators 8617 Paseo Alameda NE Albuquerque NM 87113 IF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS NEEDED DURING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY PRODUCT OR PRODUCT PART RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE OR FOR REPAIRS REQUESTED AFTER THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD Limited Warranty Limitations and Exclusions This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER norm
21. al wear and tear or cosmetic damage The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Polaris Gate Operators or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication modifications or alterations faulty installation connection to an improper power source set up adjustments mis adjustment of controls improper maintenance power line surges damage from acts of God such as lightning wind fire flood or insects introduction of sand humidity or liquids commercial or rental use or service by anyone other than an Authorized Repair Center THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS STATED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE POLARIS GATE OPERATORS IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time lost calls or messages cost of having someone remove or re install an installed Product or Product part travel to and from an Authorized Repair Center etc The examples listed are not an exhaustive or exclusive list but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of i
22. applicable local codes e Contact local fire and law enforcement to arrange emergency access procedures e Keep people animals and property away from the gate area Do not let children play in or near the gate area e Use caution with moving parts to avoid injuring fingers or hands e Consider installing contact sensors or non contact sensors to provide additional safety and protection against entrapment e Never activate the gate operator until you ensure that the area 1 clear of people pets or other obstructions e Watch the gate until it stops e Controls must be far enough from the eate so that the user 1s prevented from coming in contact with the gate while operating the controls Page D Protection ml Entrapment Important Study the figure below and keep safety foremost at all times Entrapment areas for a proper pull to open installation Entrapment Area 1 Hinged edge of the gate and the fence post Entrapment Area 2 Between the gate and the gate post Entrapment Area 3 The path of the gate Entrapment Area 4 The space between the gate in the open position and any object such as a wall fence tree etc Entrapment Area 5 Pinch points between the operator and gate or post Page Entrapment Alarm UL 325 30 1 In compliance with UL 325 the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is designed to stop and reverse direction within two seconds of sensing an obstruction In addition the Polaris Aut
23. d 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 Products or the seller All such risks are assumed by the purchaser and by the purchaser s installation and use of the Product The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is for use on driveway gates only The Product meets or exceeds the requirements of UL 325 the standard that regulates gate operator safety as established and made effective March 14 2003 by Underwriters Laboratories Inc Moving Gate Cause Injury Or Death Paras ssd rtt Page 3 Gate Operator Class Categories Gate operator CLASS CATEGORIES The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is intended for use with vehicular swing gates The operator can be used in Class I and Class II applications Residential Vehicular Gate Opener 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 Light Commercial General Access Vehicular Gate Opener Class II A vehicular gate opener or system intended for use in a commercial location or building such as a multifamily housing unit five or less single family units hotel garages retail store or other building servicing the gene
24. d the RECEIVER The TRANSMITTER has 2 screw terminals labeled plus and minus The RECEIVER has 5 t terminals DO NOT use terminal 4 To connect the units to the gate operator circuit board see the drawing below Use a direct burial of control wire like sprinkler Sek IY 4e T EE O SAFETY POLARIS CONTROL SWING CIRCUIT BOARD RECEIVER 2 n n H H E 7 525 maosl e D MAKE SPLICES i INSIDE CABINET _ a a _ tie POS NEG OR 3 M brand suitcase connectors work well SAM for these splices Easy to use and available at most auto parts stores and TRANSMITTER home improvement centers Use these instructions in 9 combination with the IRB 4X instructions that come with the 2 16 09 Page gt 6 T AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS EMERGENCY DISCONNECT EMERGENCY DISCONNECT Step 2 CAUTION The gate will move Remove clevis pin clip and clevispin from the freely and uncontrolled when the front and rear mounting points gate operator is removed from the Step 3 gate ONLY disconnect the gate Remove the gate operator from the mount operator when the control box NOTE the gate can be opened and closed power switch is OFF and the gate manually when the gate operator is is NOT movin disconnected 5 Warning Do not allow operator to hang freely when disconnected from the gate This can cause damage to the operator and will void
25. dent primary and one independent secondary means of protection against entrapment The primary means of entrapment protection in the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is Type A an inherent means of entrapment protection The secondary means of entrapment protection in the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is Type the provision for the connection of a photo cell or other non contact sensor The gate operator s built in means of entrapment protection Type A may not be sensitive enough to prevent bodily injury in some circumstances Secondary means of entrapment protection Type such as a photo cell are suggested for enhanced safety Safety overview checklist WARNING To reduce the risk of injury or death e SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e Use this operator only with swing gates e READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS e Never let children operate or play with gate controls e Keep the remote control away from children e Always keep people and objects away from the gate e NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE e The entrance 15 for vehicles only Pedestrians must use a separate entrance e Remember that the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator must only be installed on gate systems meeting the requirements of the application e Ensure that you are using the correct gate operator for the type and size of gate its frequency of use and the class rating e Ensure that the gate and gate operator installation comply with
26. e the limit settings as described earlier in the manual 4 Check for any loose or incorrect connections 5 If steps 1 4 did not solve the problem please call technical support at 1 877 313 8902 The gate will not operate using the handheld transmitter 1 Press transmitter button to verify LED on transmitter illuminates If not replace 9V battery 2 Observe radio receiver led on the control board and verify it turns on when transmitter button is pressed If so the transmitter is working correctly refer to troubleshooting section The Gate Will Not Operate If the LED does not illuminate proceed to step 3 3 Refer to page 22 of manual Transmitter Receiver and relearn the transmitter code If the problem still exists proceed to step 4 4 Verify RF Board Connection If connections are correct please call technical support 9 The Gate Will Not Close Automatically 1 Make sure dip switch 1 block 1 is in the on position 2 Adjust timer to preferred close time 3 Gate must complete one full cycle before timer is activated The gate s will not operate 1 Verify power switch is on 2 Verify the STATUS LED is blinking approximately once per second If not check battery connections and both 4A and 15A fuses 3 Verify SAFETY LOOP LED SHADOW LOOP LED and EXIT LOOP LED are not on If any of these are on try disconnecting the corresponding device 4 f using an AC power source verify the ISVAC
27. each through the gate to activate it 9 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS 1 NEVER operate the gate unless you can see it 2 Do not enter the gate area while the gate is in motion 3 Do not allow children near the gate and do not allow anyone to ride on the gate 4 Do not attempt to drive through the gate opening while the gate is in motion ENTRAPMENT ZONES Zone 1 Leading edge of the gate and catch post Zone 2 Area between gate and hinge post Zone 3 The gate path or arc of the swing Zone 4 The area between the gate in its open position and any obstruction like a fence building landscaping feature etc Zone 5 Not shown below but similar to zone 1 the point where two biparting gate leafs meet when closed ZONE 1 ZONE 2 FENCE ZONE 4 PageO IS AUTOMATIC GATE NERS PULL TO OPEN GATE OPERATOR MOUNTING Step 1 With the gate in the desired open position and with the gate operator in its fully retracted position install the gate operator Ensure the gate operator is mounted level e Figure 1 3 8 16x3 Hex bolt 3 8 x2 3 8 Clevis pin Clevis pin 3 8 Flat washer 3 8 16 Nylock nut 3 8 1 1 8 ODx 3 32 Bushing Clevis pin clip Clevis pin clip 3 8 x1 1 8 ODx 1 2 Bushing 3 8 x1 3 8 PULL TO OPEN GATE OPERATOR MOUNTING Note Gate in OPEN position Step 2 Note Ensure the
28. ect burial type of control wire like sprinkler wire and position the emitter on the hinge side of the CYCLE SET LI MIT LEARN CODE PWR SAVE COM SAFETY E22 L OOP SHAD OW L COM de CRS 22 POLARIS SWING CIRCUIT BOARD 12 VACCESSORY savor TO SAFETY LOOP TERM BLOCK j TO COM ON TOP TERM BLOCK qu TO FOURTH TERM BLOCK NO POLARI TY Black wire not used NIR Photo The EMITTER is adjustable so you can make sure the reflected light ge beam is returning to the unit from the REFLECTOR N 4 Use these instructions in combination with the NIR instructions that come with the photo eyes EMITTER REFLECTOR 2 16 09 5 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS PHOTO EYE HOOK UP DIAGRAM NIR IRB 4X Photo Eye Here are two configur ations for using two sets A of photo eyes as auto reversing controls 3 to 4 TRANSMITTERS landscaping timbers make good mounting posts Set the photo eyes about 16 above grade To test disconnect wires 3 amp 5 in RECEIVER unit make sure units are powered and aligned then break the beam You should hear a small click in BEAM RECEIVERS OPEN GATE OPEN GATE CLOSED GATE the RECEIVER module After re connecting 3 amp 5 8 BEAM to gate operator test again BEAM l The IRB 4X photo eye has two parts the TRANSMITTER an
29. ep 4 Install the battery by placing the battery into the control box The control box can accommodate one or two batteries Warning Do not attempt to splice operator wires for the purpose of extending your wiring connections Doing so can void your warranty Contact technical support for recommended procedure 1 877 313 8902 Figure 22 Page 1 9 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENE R3 WIRING THE OPERATOR LED Descriptions Proper wiring and performance can be verified by checking the operation of the LED s located on the circuit board LED 1 18VAC Lit when AC power is being supplied to the circuit board LED 2 24V OK Lit when 24V converter is activated LED 3 IN There are two IN LED s One near the Opener 1 terminals and one near the Opener 2 terminals One LED will light when a single gate operator is retracting Both LED s will light when dual gate operators are retracting LED 4 OUT There are two OUT LED s One near the Opener 1 terminals and one near the Opener 2 terminals One LED will light when a single gate operator is extending Both LED s will light when dual gate operators are extending LED 5 OBSTR Lit when an obstruction is sensed LED 6 TIMER ON Blinks when auto close feature is enabled and gate 15 in open position Lit when gate arm cycle limiter is automatically activated LED 7 OK Lit when battery is OK or charged LED 8 CHARGIN
30. ivot Bracket 1 2 Flat Washer 3 3 8 x1 1 8 ODx3 32 Nylon Bushing 2 10 x 2 Mounting Screw 4 3 8 Flat VVasher 4 Post Bracket 3 8 x1 3 8 Clevis Pin 1 Wrap 10 3 8 x2 3 8 Clevis Pin 1 SS Y 3 Transmitter Clevis Pin Clip 2 Paged 9 MS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS Secondary Gate Operator 40 ft cable Polaris 502 Polaris 702 Circuit Board 14 5h x 12 5w x 6 5d Control Box Transformer Battery Cabinet Dimensions Page4 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS TROUBLE SHOOTING The gate s stops or reverses before reaching the desired position 1 Verify the gate frame is not encountering an obstruction and the gate hinges are not binding 2 If the OBSTR LED 1s lit the stall force may be set too sensitive Increase the stall force by turning the STALL FORCE potentiometer clockwise 1 8 turn Operate the gate again to see if the problem still exists If the problem still exists increase the stall force again and retry If the problem still exists procee to step 3 CAUTION Increasing the stall force reduces obstruction protection 3 Reset the operator by turning the power off for five seconds Turn the power back on and press the CYCLE button and allow the operators to fully retract Try operating the gate again to see if the problem still exists If the gate stops before reaching the desired position clear and redefin
31. kets and gate attach bracket s The Amazing Gates post attachment arm does not require drilling of the post to be installed You simply set it into the position and bolt it tight The correct angle is preset S Post Pull to Open 5 Post Push to Open UNIVERSAL PUSH CLAMP ON POST RRACKET TO SUIT 5 x5 POST MANUA UNIVERSAL PULL CLAMP ON POST BRACKEY TO SUIT 5 x5 POST MANUAL recommends using self recommends using self tapping screws on flat plates as tapping screws on flat plates as indicated after final setup is indicated after final setup is complete This will help to secure complete This will help to secure the universal bracket from the universal bracket from shifting shifting Page 1 4 T AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS Amazing Gates Post Mount Brackets Pull Push Arm with customers existing Posts other than Amazing Gates With the purchase of a Polaris Opener System you will receive the Amazing Gates Universal Pull and Push brackets and gate attach bracket s These brackets can be used with your exiting posts or any non Amazing Gates posts to include column mounting Though the Amazing Gates bracket system can be used on any post column setup the diagram shown below must be followed concerning geometry of pivot point and hinge point POST BRICK COLUMN 6 x6 POST BRICK COLUMN 6 6 Open Gates 23 i o9 la Threaded rod M10 amp Washer Nylock
32. mmer and fall months to prevent overheating For optimal performance it s recommended that new batteries be installed annually Customer Service 8 00am to 5 00pm Mountain Time Monday Friday Polaris Gate Operators 8617 Paseo Alameda NE Albuquerque NM 87113 Phone 877 313 8902 Fax 00 830 3952 email techsupport amazinggates com Page lA LIST OF ACCESSORIES Solar Powered Battery Charger 20 Watt RSP20 The solar panel charges the 12 volt battery when AC power is not available 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 100 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 It has a range up to 100 feet Mini transmitter The mini transmitter fits on a keychain and allows the user to open or close the gate from a remote location It has a range up to 100 feet Keypad The keypad allows for entry by authorized guests informed of the pre set code Entering the correct code causes the gate to open or close The access code can be easily modified Pin Lock The pin lock replaces the clevis pin when mounting the gate operator to the brackets It helps to prevent theft of the gate operator from the gate while allowing quick release of the operator In Ground Vehicle Sens
33. ncidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State PARTS AND SERVICES WHICH ARE NOT EXPRESSLY COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Page44
34. ng the Control Box Step 3 Mount the Control Box as illustated Note Ensure the control box is mounted to a secure surface and at least three feet above the ground to protect it from rain snow and other conditions Control Box Figure 6 Page 1 2 Amazing Gates Post Mount Brackets Pull and Push Arm with Amazing Gates 3 1 2 Posts With the purchase of a Polaris Opener System you will receive the Amazing Gates Universal Pull brackets and gate attach bracket s The Amazing Gates post attachment arm does not require drilling of the post to be installed You simply set it into the position and bolt it tight The correct angle is preset 3 1 2 Post Pull to Open 3 1 2 Post Push to Open POST 3 5 x3 5 UNIVERSAL PUSH CLAMP ON POST BRACKET TO SUIT 3 5 x3 5 POST MANUAL UNIVERSAL PULL CLAMP ON POST BRACKE TO SUIT 3 5 x3 5 POST MANUAL recommends using self recommends using self tapping screws on flat plates as tapping screws on flat plates as indicated after final setup is indicated after final setup is complete This will help to secure complete This will help to secure the universal bracket from the universal bracket from shifting shifting Page 1 j iS AUTOMATIC GATE NERS Amazing Gates Post Mount Brackets Pull and Push Arm with Amazing Gates 5 Posts With the purchase of a Polaris Opener System you will receive the Amazing Gates Universal Pull brac
35. ols Relay 2 Refer to figure 2 Step 6 Wire the receiver harness according to the wiring diagram See fig 5 For ease of installation the wires are color coded For most standard gate installations you will wire the open input of your gate operator with the common and NO normally open contact of either relay 1 2 or both See fig 5 relay 1 1s typically used V 12 24 VAC DC NOT USED NO 1 COMMON 1 qne 1 ER NC 1 GREEN WHITE NO 2 ELLOWWHITE L COMMON 2 4 RELAY 2 BLUE WHITE NC 2 9 PIN Fig 5 Step 7 Attach the wiring harness to the receiver Fig 6 Step 8 Verify the receiver has power This can be verified by observicng if LED1 and LED2 are illuminated See figure 4 Step 9 Push a transmitter that is programmed to the same code as the receiver If you hear the relay click and see the LED Flash quickly you have successfully wired the receiver Step 10 Close the access door on the receiver See Fig 3 Step 11 Mount the receiver in a safe and convenient location on your installation Remember to take care to avoid items that may cause interference with the receiver such as electric motors etc The receiver can be attached with either the mounting screw holes of the housing or by using industrial strength Velcro Step 12 Install the coax antenna provided by screwing it onto the antenna mount which protrudes from the housing Step 13 After you have completed the installation check fo
36. omatic Gate Operator activates an audible alarm if the unit incurs an obstruction twice while opening or closing This alarm sounds for five minutes or until the operator receives a renewed intended input from a hardwired control such as the Push Button Control At that point the gate returns to a fully open or fully closed position Turning the power switch on the control box OFF for ten seconds and back ON also deactivates the alarm Figure 2 Warning signs two enclosed to be installed on each side of the gate three to five feet above the bottom of the gate Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death 1 Persons are to keep clear The gate is able to be moved without prior warning 2 Do not let children operate the gate or play in the gate area 3 Persons are to operate the gate only when the gate is in sight and free of people and obstructions 4 This entrance is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use Separate entrance O Warning Signs and Labels Required Safety Precautions for Gates Warning signs alert people of automatic gate operation They are required when installing the Polaris Automatic Gate Operator If pedestrians will be in the area install a walkthrough gate for their use Warning Signs The warning signs must be installed on both sides of the gate These warning signs and decals must be used If any were missing when the gate operator was purchased immediately contact Polaris Au
37. opens first and closes second 2 second delay NOTE Only active if Block 2 DIP 4 is in the ON position Block 2 DIP Switch 6 Dual Gate Position Limit Settings ON Set limit setting for secondary gate operator OFF Set limit setting for primary gate operator NOTE Only active if Block 2 DIP Switch 1 is set in the ON position Block 2 DIP Switch 7 Off Not Used Block 2 DIP Switch 8 Off Not Used E e t o i e e e elt Page 1 7 MS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS WIRING OPERATOR NOTE Before powering gate operator must be connected to the control box damage may occur if gate operator 1s connected directly to a battery or other power source Step 1 Ensure the control box power switch is in the OFF position The control box power switch is located on the bottom of the control box NOTE Use only 16 gauge dual conductor multi stranded direct burial wire for AC power hookup Follow local electrical codes Step 2 If using AC power to charge the battery connect wire to the control box as shown in fig 19 If charging battery with a solar panel s refer to Accessory Hook Up Diagram fig 32 on page 28 Connect wires from primary operator and secondary operator if installing on a dual gate to the control box as shown in fig 19 Wire should be buried in accordance with local codes WARNING DO NOT CONNECT BOTH TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO RUN ON ONLY ON
38. or The vehicle sensor is buried near the gate and senses a vehicle that passes within its 12 foot range Once detected the gate opens automatically Solenoid Gate Lock The automatic gate lock provides an additional level of security for the property When the gate swings shut the gate lock closes securing the gate in the closed position The gate lock is powered from the control box of the gate operator The locking mechanism is a mechanical latch Magnetic Gate Lock The automatic gate lock provides an additional level of security for the property When the gate swings shut the gate lock closes securing the gate in the closed position The gate lock is powered from an external AC power source The locking mechanism is magnetic Page4 3 WARRANTY You may obtain additional copies of this manual from our web site at www polarisgate com or contact Polaris Gate Operators at 8617 Paseo Alameda NE Albuquerque NM 87113 877 313 8902 Two Year Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your Polaris Gate Operator sometimes also referred to as the Product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Polaris Gate Operators will for the length of the period indicated below which starts with the date of the original purchase by the first non consumer purchaser the Limited Warranty period at its option either a repair your Product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new
39. or a refurbished Product The decision to repair or replace will be made by Polaris Gate Operators Parts Labor Labor Two 2 Years Two 2 Years During the Labor Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor Note labor applies only to the repair of the Product at an Authorized Repair Center It does not apply to removal or installation of the Product any purchaser s premises During the Parts Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must ship your Polaris Gate Operator to Polaris Gate Operators during the applicable Limited Warranty period This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries antennas and cosmetic parts such as the Product housing This Limited Warranty only applies to Products purchased in the United States This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original non consumer purchaser you or your of a new Product that was not sold as is Limited Warranty Service For assistance in the continental U S A in obtaining the benefit of the Limited Warranty please carefully follow these Steps 1 Complete carefully all troubleshooting procedures in the Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide in this Manual 2 If you are still unable to solve the problem contact Polaris Gate technical support at techsupport amazinggates com Please have the model and serial number of the Product available to give to the customer service representative
40. peat steps 1 5 to program the gates closed limit setting YCLE SET LIMIT e STALL CLOSE FORCE IIMEF WARNING Do not use hand held transmitters to program primary and secondary limits Only the cycle button should be used until final set up is complete to avoid damage to actuators and voiding warranty Dip switch number 6 dictates which gate is being affected by the set limit button whether setting or clearing the limit If dip switch 6 is in the up position it will set or clear the limit for the secondary operator If it s in the down position it will set or clear the limit for the primary operator 1 age l L PULL TO OPEN LIMIT SETTING Dual Gate Installations Step 1 Make sure both gates are in the fully open position Ensure power switch is in the ON position Step 2 Verify Block 2 DIP Switch 1 is in ON position Press the cycle button on the circuit board and the gates will begin to close Stop the gates using the cycle button when the desired limit for the primary gate has been reached Step 3 Verify Block 2 DIP Switch 6 is in the OFF position Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until one audible beep 1s heard to acquire the closed limit setting fig 25 The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the closed limit 1s now set Step 4 P
41. r operational range from various areas around the installation If the range 1 less than desired try re positioning the antenna receiver or both and re test the range 0 am T ce WE Note Some accessories may require additional wire and or hardware and is to be supplied by the installer UMOYS se 320 2 pue 9 anos Jamod 129402 pue y 851nos euJe3xe perjddns si Ja Mod 4307 oneubew usuM Z pue umoys se 207 JDBUUOD 12 eu u iejun 0 pjeoq 071002 ay peijddns 1 amod X207 neuiojny ueuM popuourumo91 Ayysty 61 pos Surpunod 0j durjoouuo uong usnq xog ong 0290 uojng c 108025 58 8 d 19A1209 ya 108096 IJIYA LL Jc ales 225 HHE li 4 Bm n x p en przees p es pus i ee __ EN C 2035 2 4007 I Cased 14317 8 MOTHOA ZI pued 210 TIIM ANY OL JOVWV NI LINSSY 5394005 YAMOd H LO8 ONILOANNOOD AOQYNOS YAMOd AINO NO OL Q3N9IS3Q SI WALSAS SIHL TANVd 9910 ANY H3I NHOJSNVH L LOANNOO LON OQ ONINYVM C aniy
42. ral public Industrial Limited Access Vehicular Gate Opener Class III A vehicular gate opener or system intended for use in an industrial location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other locations not intended to service the general public Restricted Access Vehicular Gate Opener Class IV A vehicular gate opener or system intended for use in a guarded industrial location or building such as an airport security area or other restricted access locations not servicing the general public in which unauthorized access is prevented via supervision by security personnel Categories established by Underwriters Laboratories for vehicle gate operators Polaris is a high end residential gate operator Also suited for light commercial applications Not advised for continuous duty GATE OPERATOR CLASS CATEGORIES FOR YOUR RECORDS Retailer store name __ Please record the serial number Customer Service found on the control box cover 8 00am to 5 00pm MST Monday Friday and purchase information below Polaris Gate Operators Keep this with your proof of purchase 617 Paseo Alameda NE receipts in case your product is lost stolen Albuquerque NM 87113 or requires service Phone 877 313 8902 Fax 800 830 3952 Serial number Email techsupport polarisgate com Purchase date 4 IS AUTOMATIC GATE OPENERS Warnings and Precautions General Safety Information The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator i
43. rd Two audible beeps will verify the closed limit setting is now cleared d Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the ON position e Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until two audible beeps are heard Two audible beeps will verify the closed limit setting 1 now cleared Repeat steps 1 7 to program the gates closed limit setting Page A j PUSH TO OPEN LIMIT SETTING Open Gate to Outside single Gate Installations Step 1 Make sure the gate is in the fully closed position Ensure power switch is in the ON position Step 2 Verify Block 2 DIP Switch 1 is in OFF position and Block 2 DIP switch 2 is in the ON position Press the cycle button on circuit board and the gate will begin to open Stop the gate using the cycle button when the desired limit has been reached Step 3 Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until one audible beep is heard to acquire the open limit setting The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the open limit is now set Step 4 Press cycle button on circuit board to return the gate to the fully closed position Step 5 Again using the cycle button open the gate to verify it meets the desired location If the gate did NOT reach the desired open limit proceed to step 6 Step 6 CLEARING THE OPEN LIMIT SETTING a Return the gate to the fully closed position b Press and hold the
44. ress the cycle button on circuit board to return the gates to the fully open position Step 5 setting secondary gate Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the ON position Again press the cycle button The gates will begin to close The primary gate should stop at the closed limit position that was programmed in the previous steps The secondary gate will continue to close until you press the cycle button on the circuit board Step 6 Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until one audible 1 heard to acquire the closed limit setting fig 26 The STATUS light will turn on immediately upon pressing the SET LIMIT button The STATUS light will turn off and an audible beep will verify the closed limit is now set Step 7 Press the cycle button on circuit board to open both gates Then once again press the button to close the gates and verify the closed limits are set properly If the gates did not reach the desired closed limits proceed to Step 8 Figure 25 YCLE SETLIMT LE EGENT i B B STALL CLOSE FORCE TIMED m C um Ww pO H F L mcm ia i i ah Vt E L n puma m m Step 8 CLEARING THE CLOSED LIMIT SETTINGS a Return the gates to the fully open position b Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the OFF position c Press and hold the SET LIMIT button until two audible beeps are hea
45. s designed to provide for safe operation One of the most important safety features of the gate operator is obstruction sensing When there is an obstruction that prevents the gate from opening or closing the gate will immediately reverse direction and return to the fully open or closed position While in the process of returning to the fully open or closed position if the gate senses an additional obstruction the gate will stop immediately and sound an alarm At this point the gate operator will need to be reset by turning the power switch on the control box OFF for a minimum of ten seconds The Polaris gate operator includes an adjustment for setting the sensitivity of the obstruction performance Refer to page 27 for Obstruction Sensitivity Set Up details Vehicular gates are large heavy objects Polaris Automatic gate operators provide a convenient way to open and close the gates Since the gate system and its components exert a high level of force to open and close the gate they can be dangerous causing severe injuries or death to you and others Your safety and the safety of others depend on the installer of this system to read understand and follow the information and instructions in this manual The Polaris Automatic Gate Operator is designed to comply with UL 325 the safety standard covering automatic gate opening systems UL 325 requires that gate opening systems have provisions for or be supplied with at least one indepen
46. t up for pull to open operation Block 2 DIP Switch 3 Pull to Open or Push to Open for Secondary Gate Operator ON Secondary gate operator set up for push to open operation OFF Secondary gate operator set up for pull to open operation NOTE Only active if Block 2 DIP Switch 1 1 set in the ON position Block 2 DIP Switch 4 Timing of Dual Gates ON One gate is delayed when opening or closing OFF Gates open and close simultaneously NOTE Only active if Block 2 Switch 1 1 set in the ON position ON Extended soft start stop operation enabled OFF Normal soft start stop operation Block 1 DIP Switch 4 Time of Soft Start Stop ON Max extended time of soft start stop operation OFF Extended time of soft start stop operation NOTE Only active if Block 1 DIP 3 is set to ON Block 2 DIP Switch 1 Single or Dual Gate ON Dual gate applications OFF Single gate applications Block 1 DIP Switch 2 Audible Motion Alarm ON Audible motion alarm enabled OFF Audible motion alarm disabled Block 1 DIP Switch 3 Extended Soft Start Stop NOTE To adjust auto close time refer to figure 17 Block 1 NOTE DIP Switches are shown in the factorv Block 2 Block 2 DIP Switch 5 Sequencing of Dual Gate Opening and Closing ON Secondary gate operator opens first and closes second 2 second delay OFF Primary gate operator
47. tomatic Gate Operators for replacements Figure 3 Install warning decals ZA WARNING one on each side of gate operator Moving Gate Can Cause moved without prior warning gate area in sight and free of people and obstructions 4 This entrance is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use Separate entrance Page 7 INSTALLING THE POLARIS 500 amp 700 SWING OPERATOR WARNINGS 1 Read and follow all instructions 2 NEVER let children operate the gate or play with the controls 3 Keep people and objects away from the gate and its immediate areas both open and closed 4 After the limit adjustments are made all auto reversing controls including the current sensing circuit built into the Polaris must be checked They must be working and set to proper sensitivity Failure to adjust and retest the gate system increases the chance of injury or death 5 Test the system MONTHLY Check to make sure that all auto reversing devices including the current sensing circuit are working and set to the proper sensitivity 6 Verify that the emergency manual release pin connected to the gate leaf can be easily removed This check should only be made with the battery disconnected to prevent the gate from moving during the test 7 This is a VEHILCLE GATE ONLY Pedestrians must use a separate entrance 8 NEVER install any control device on the outside of the Polaris cabinet or in such a way that someone can r
48. verify the open limit setting 1s now cleared d Set Block 2 DIP switch 6 to the ON position e Press and hold the SET LIMIT button for until two audible beeps are heard Two audible beeps will verify the open limit setting 1s now cleared Repeat steps 1 7 to program the gates open limit setting Page A D PRIMARY SECONDARY GATE MOVEMENT For dual gate installations the timing of the gates opening and closing can be adjusted To set a dual gate installation for both gates to open and close simultaneously set the DIP switches as follows Block 2 DIP 1 ON position Block 2 DIP 4 OFF position If it is desired to have one gate open and close prior to the other this can be accomplished by adjusting the DIP switch settings Block 2 DIP 1 ON position Block 2 DIP 4 ON position Now determine which gate is desired to open first and close second Another DIP switch adjustment is required to set this For primary gate operator wired to operator 1 terminals to open first and close second Block 2 DIP 5 OFF position For secondary gate operator wired to operator 2 terminals to open first and close second Block 2 DIP 5 ON position The delay in opening and closing is always set for two seconds Control Box Cover Once you have programmed your remote keypad you can then install the cover of the control box Use five 10 x 3 4 screws to secure the cover to the control box Page
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