Installation Manual for the Kit MyAster 3Ti/4Ti/5Ti 230v
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1. Gate Support Frame Centre Support Beam To automate wooden gate the thickness of the gate should be no less than 7Omm and or have a box boarder supporting frame illustrated left This distributes the torque force produced by the motor and protects the gate from potential damage Gate Opener Support Beam Re enforced Gate Metal Thin walled tube gates Recommend using a muffler clamp wood or metal to re enforce Panel gates Palisade gates Recommend using wood metal strips to re enforce Reinforcement Examples Steel Pipe Cut in Half not supplied Gate Bracket fn T x 6 Wood Feinforcement Thin Walled Tube Gate Wood or Metal not supplied Reinforcement not supplied These re enforcement methods will prevent damage to the opener and the gate when the opener is installed Gate Preparation The gate must be plumb level and swing freely on its hinges The Kit MyAster is designed to move the weight of the gate only If hinges are stiff loosen with lubricating oil The gate must be able to move throughout its arc without binding or dragging on the ground The pillars posts must be secured into the ground with concrete so it will minimise twist or flex when the gate opener is activated We recommend you position the opener near the centreline of the gate The addition of a horizontal or vertical cross support if one is not already in place to provide a stable area for mounting the gate bracket is also im2. BH12 4PE GateMotors is the trading name of Screwjack Limited registered office at 21 Oxford Road Bournemouth Dorset BH8 8ET Registered is 4287804 VAT 785 3450 06 et Page 22 Gate Motors Poate
3. Right Hand This bracket has three holes and is shaped according to left hand or TS 9 e 57 right hand mounting illustrated left 4 jc eS Sd La The bracket is fabricated from mild steel and has galvanised coating for durability in weathering The bracket is designed to be cut down using an angle grinder for incidences where not all of the bracket holes have been used For example the first hole of the Bracket Dimensions Distance to centre of hole from base of bracket bracket has been used leaving the 89mm a al other two holes vacant These two m z l LAL Somm holes on the bracket would be l geom ed gt Sx removed cut off to allow the motor to pivot freely and obstruction free How to determine fixing dimensions FIG 1 In this scenario the maximum opening angle of the gates will be 90 degrees The best approach is to put the fixing brackets at the measures indicated in the table on the next page These quotes are calculated in order to obtain an average lateral speed that does not exceed 12m minute and will open the gate to 90 degrees FIG 2 In this scenario the gate can open with an angle greater than 90 degrees MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti 110 degrees maximum The best approach is to put the fixing brackets at the measures indicated in the table on the next page to achieve initial 90 degrees open angle To ensure the gate will open past 90 degrees dimension A must be greater than dimension
4. aaw acto SAAE AEA AAE 18 EEE AE EE A E E EEE O EE A E N A EEEE A E 19 Obtaining Repairs amp Replacements ssossesessensssrersssrensrrrresrreresrrrsssrerosrresssreresererssrereserersseeresereeeseeres 19 KR MYASter 2 SO FAU e E E aS 20 Will my gates still open in the winter when it is very cold and ICY ssssssssseseesesrensesrererrressseee 20 How can be sure that the gates are securely closed to keep unwelcome visitors out and my al eK OSU aa E E E T EE E E E 20 What if am delayed and the gates start to close before am through the entrance 20 Do my motors require maintenance sssesseesssrrssrersrrrsrrrssrersrrrssrersrersrrrssrersreessrresreeseeesseeesrere 20 KIE MYyASter ACCESSOMES si ciccernsinitcdpacnsiv n E E E EEA E E 21 Comments amp Feedba K eere 22 yt Page 3 Gate Motors Poate A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Because automatic gate openers produce high levels of force consumers need to know the potential hazards associated with improperly designed installed and maintained automated gate opener systems Keep in mind that the gate opener is just one component of the total gate operating system Each component must work in unison to provide convenience security and safety This manual contains various safety precautions and warnings for the consumer Because there are many possible applications of the gate opener the safety precautions and warnings contained in t
5. be in contact with an activated gate when it is moving or stationary D2 Do not attempt to drive into the gate area while the gate is moving wait until the gate comes to a complete stop et Page 5 Gate Motors Poate IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS D3 Do not attempt to beat the gate while the gate is closing This is extremely dangerous D4 Do not allow children or pets near your gate Never let children operate or play with gate controls Keep the remote controls away from children and unauthorised users store controls where children and unauthorised users cannot obtain access to them D5 To operate this equipment safely YOU must know how to disconnect the opener for manual gate operation see page 14 If you have read the instructions and still do not understand how to disconnect the opener contact GateMotors Technical Department immediately for assistance D6 Keep the gate and gate opener regularly maintained Always turn power to the control board OFF before performing any maintenance Regularly grease the gate hinges and the motors triangular mounting bracket pivot point Clean the push pull ram arm tube with a soft cloth and then wipe with liquid Paraffin This ensures clean smooth operation of your gate automation system A IMPORTANT Save these safety instructions Make sure everyone who is using or will be around the gate and gate openers are aware of the dangers associated with gate automation In th
6. costs made in connection with the repair or replacement of the goods You must comply with any other return procedures stipulated by GateMotors if any What this warranty does not cover The Limited Warranty does not apply when the goods have been opened or repaired by someone not authorised by GateMotors and does not cover repair or replacement of any goods or part thereof damaged by misuse moisture liquids proximity or exposure to heat and accident abuse non compliance with the installation and or usage instructions supplied with the goods neglect or misapplication Any disfigurement removal tampering of any labels attached to the product will invalidate the warranty The Limited Warranty does not cover physical damage to the surface of the product or calibration of the product This Limited Warranty cannot be transferred to any other person This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods Obtaining Repairs amp Replacements In warranty amp out of warranty Goods should not be returned for repair or warranty claim without first obtaining a Returns Authorisation Number RAN failure to obtain a RAN will result in the returned goods being turned away from our Goods In and returned to the invoice address as undeliverable In addition goods returned for repair or warranty claim must be accompanied by a note indicating the nature of the suspected defect sh
7. edge of the gate and the fence post Zone 2 Between the gate and the gate post Zone 3 The travel path of the gate Zone 4 The space between the gate in the open position and any object such as a wall fence tree etc Zone 5 Pinch points between the opener and gate Inside Driveway A K Gate in the Gate in the Open Position Open Position Entrapment Crush Zones for a Double Swing Gate Application C During Installation C1 Install the gate opener on the inside of the property and fence line Do not install an opener on the outside of the gate where the public has access to it C2 Be careful with handling moving parts and avoid close proximity to areas where fingers or hands could be pinched C3 If key switch and or push button switches are installed they should be within sight of the gate yet located at least 3 Metres 10ft away from all moving parts of the gate Never install any access control device where a user will be tempted to reach through the gate to activate the gate opener Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate opener access controls in order to prohibit unauthorised use of your gates C4 Do not activate your gate opener unless you can see it and can determine that its area of travel is clear of people pets or other obstructions Watch the gate through its entire movement D After Installation D1 The gate is automatic and could move at any time when activated posing risk of entrapment No one should
8. for installation on a pull to open double leaf gate gates that open into the property The motors can be used on vinyl aluminium farm tube wrought iron gates and wooden hardwood gates Softwood gates may require re enforcing The Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti gate automation accommodates extra transmitters digital keypads push buttons automatic gate locks additional MEL interface required and other access control products listed on GateMotors website The optional accessories are available through our website www gatemotors co uk GateMotors popular accessories are featured at the end of this installation guide with full details available from the GateMotors website and upon request et Page 2 Gate Motors Poate Table of Contents Contents Installation Manual for the Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti 230v Model ceecccccccsceesseeseeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeseeenes 1 Quick Reference Measurement Chalts ccccccssssssccccccccseessssecccccesseeeeseeececcessauausseeeecsesseuauseeeeeeeseneaas 2 PLEASE READ FIIS AIRS Bt ceteccctenensactoeanceaanae sac smosumecsharusen cose pre saeeaseed cesta cuatiuaneae E 2 TIE OTC ONTE race sac green E sat vec ont canst ues ot oe aa ecu ort onva E nase eeneeeaenaeees 3 Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti S5Ti Technical Specification cccccccccccccccccceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeceeccececesseeeeeseeueueeeeensess 7 Kit MYAStEr STI 411 511 DIMECNSI ONS siirsi inair anaE Ee EEEa EEEa 7 ITVS EA WEVA ON OG CO A erst E E E RAAR E AA AEA vat
9. open into public access areas B Before installing the gate automation B1 Make sure the gate has been properly installed and swings freely The gate automation is designed to move the gate so you do not have to Repair or replace all worn or damaged gate hardware prior to installation A freely moving gate will require less force to operate and will enhance the performance of the opener and safety devices used with the system B2 Review the operation of the system to become familiar with its safety features Understand how to disconnect the opener for manual operation in the event of power failure and accidents SEE PAGE 14 B3 The gate opener is intended for vehicular gates ONLY B4 Always keep people and objects away from the gate and its area of travel A No one should cross the path of a moving gate Ret Page 4 Gate Motors Poate IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 B5 Pay close attention to the diagram below and be aware of these areas at all times If you identify areas of immediate high risk please consider adding extra non contact safety device Safety Photocells and or contact safety devices Gate Safety Edges from the selection that is available from the GateMotors website p s y NS Closed Position A E A Pillars B Gate Stops l Open Position C Gate Opener View from Inside Driveway Entrapment Crush Zones for Double Swing Gate Application Zone 1 Leading
10. to the unit it will then reject the call without answering and opens the gate Ne Security Camera Light An innovative self contained video and photo system will automatically record images when movement is detected within 9M range 3 megapixel resolution for pictures and video with sound up to 60 seconds long all stored on a supplied SD memory card With its powerful Halogen floodlight this unit works day and night giving you peace of mind and protection for your property These accessories are popular products from GateMotors Please visit www gatemotors co uk for FULL product listing along with technical specifications and installation guides If you have a question about any of the accessories featured in this guide please call 01202 717191 Be Aas Page 21 Gate Motors gate Comments amp Feedback We thank you for taking the time in reading and following the new version of our instructions This instruction guide has been compiled from comments and feedbacks received from previous existing customers who are familiar with our automation and had followed the old version also included alongside with this guide The aim of this guide is to appeal to all walks of life from end users to Tradesmen We understand that not everyone can follow complex wiring diagrams and often instructions can be over complicated We at Gate Motors feel that a one size fits all guide with simple straight forward jargon free would benefi
11. B BUT dimension B must be reduced by the measurement value that dimension A was increased by For example 90 degree angle MyAster 3Ti 100 degree angle MyAster 3Ti Dimension A 145mm Dimension A 160mm Dimension B 145mm Dimension B 130mm et Page 12 Gate Motors Poate Quick Guide Reference Dimensions A amp B Table to determine possible motor pivoting bracket fixing positions depending which hole on the bracket is used Aster 3Ti Aster 4Ti Aster 5Ti NB Table above total A B dimensions includes a 10mm buffer MyAster 3Ti A B 300mm available travel in arm MyAster 4Ti A B 400mm available travel in arm MyAster 5Ti A B 500mm available travel in arm To ensure your dimensions for mounting is correct Dimension B Use tape measure to calculate distance from hinge to the required hole on the pillar bracket and mark accordingly Dimension A use tape measure to calculate distance from the chosen hole on the pillar bracket to the point of contact on your gate leaf where the gate leaf bracket is to be attached and mark accordingly ae Page 13 Gate Motors Poate A minimum of 30mm must be allowed from the edge of the pillar please include this in your calculations Illustrated below Pivot Bracket Cut pivot bracket to the required holes if necessary File any lacerated edges to ensure smooth operation of the motor and fix into position on your pillar as shown below Mounting the Moto
12. Installation Manual for the Kit MyAster 3T1 4T1 5Ti 230v Model Double Gate Automation EC Compliance Declaration The manufacturer PROTECO S r l Via Neive 77 12050 Castagnito ITALY declares hereby The articulated arm electromechanical gearmotors model MyAster in accordance with the following Directives 98 37 EU Machine Directive formerly 89 392 EEC 89 336 EEC EMI Directive with 91 263 EEC 92 31 EEC 93 68 EEC amendments 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive with 93 68 EEC amendments The following technical standards were applied UNI EN 12445 UNI EN 12453 The manufacturer declares moreover that the components described above may not be put into service before the machine in which they are incorporated has been identified and declared to comply with the provision of directive 98 37 EC Castagnito 15 01 2006 eP Managing Director A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Gate equipment has hazards associated with its use and therefore by installing this product the installer and user accept full responsibility for following and noting the installation and safety instructions Failure to follow installation and safety instructions can result in hazards developing due to improper assembly You agree to properly install this product and that if you fail to do so Gate Motors shall in no event be liable for direct indirect incidental special or consequential damages or loss of profits whether based in contract tort or any other leg
13. al theory during the course of the warranty or at any time thereafter The installer and or user agree to assume responsibility for all liability and use of this product releasing Gate Motors from any and all liability If you are not in agreement with this disclaimer or do not feel capable of properly following all installation and safety instructions you may return this product within 7 working days from date of purchase for full replacement value READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY before attempting to install and use this automatic gate opener This gate opener produces a high level of force Stay clear of the unit while it is operating and exercise caution at all times All automatic gate openers are intended for use on vehicular gates only and for no other purpose and forms the basis for the 1 year guarantee Phone Sales Lines UK 01202 717191 Outside UK 44 1202 717191 Phone Technical Lines UK 0911 603 8046 service available 8 30am to 5 30pm Monday to Friday only closed Weekends and Public Holidays ROI 156 099 9667 service available 8 30am to 5 30pm Monday to Friday only closed Weekends and Public Holidays Email support gatemotors co uk UK calls to this number are billed by the second and cost 1 02 per minute from a standard landline other networks charges may also apply IRISH calls to this number are billed by the second and cost 1 25 per minute from a standard landline other networks charges may al
14. ates level Whichever motor is connected to terminals 13 14 amp 15 will be identified by the control board as Motor 1 Motor Connection Terminals Motor 1 13 14 15 Motor 2 16 17 18 For gates where the LEFT leaf must open FIRST see below wiring diagram ASTER First opening leaf LEFT TERMINAL BLOCK eS r M2dx E YELLOW GREEN a YELLOW GREEN BLACK I OR GREY For gates where the RIGHT leaf must opn FIRST see below wiring diagram ASTER First opening leaf RIGHT INSIDE TERMINAL BLOCK 3 000000 q A z m Midx WA YELLOW GREEN YELLOW GREEN BLUE OR GREY er Page 17 Gate Motors Koate Motor Capacitors Each motor is supplied with 8uF capacitors These are designed to help the motor on initial start up and continued operation These capacitors are essential to fit with each motor If a capacitor is not fitted the motor may physically vibrate gently and will fail to operate upon command The control board may display a communication fault code N1 N2 The capacitors are not polarised negative charge or positive charge and must be wired across terminals 13 amp 15 16 amp 18 Illustrated left CAPACITOR CAPACITOR MUST BE WIRED BETWEEN MUST BE WIRED BETWEEN TERMINALS 13 amp 15 TERMINALS 16 amp 18 Ensure the capacitor connection and the coloured wire in the terminal it shares with are both touching the metal contact strip within th
15. e or if it has already started to close stop moving then reverse open again If you have large deep gates then an additional pair of photocells should be purchased and mounted on posts just beyond the leading edges of the open gate see accessories these will protect the full radial sweep of the gate Do my motors require maintenance Unlike hydraulic motors MyGate electromechanical motors need virtually no maintenance The internal gears and mechanisms to control the ram arm motion are protected by Machine Grease All that is required is to keep the motors and the control boards associated safety devices photocells anti crush barriers free from grime and obvious obstructions including fallen branches et cetera and to grease any pivot points regularly including the motors pivoting brackets and your gate hinges It is recommended to have the gate automation serviced by professional gate installers gate maintenance specialists to ensure your automation is working safely and efficiently Installers Maintenance teams can be found in local directories and internet search engines yt Page 20 Gate Motors Poate Kit MyAster Accessories Accessories are Available from GateMotors Website or by Telephone Ordering Key Fobs amp Remotes All MyKey remote transmitters are compatible with all MyGate gate kits Up to 50 remote controls can be added to each control panel by following the instructions included with your kit 3 button key fob
16. e event you sell the property with the gate opener or sell the gate opener provide a copy of this instruction guide to the new owner Critical Operation of Motor Standing Water Drainage For safe continued use of the motor please ensure that when the motor is mounted to the gate leaf on a decline angle of between 4mm 8mm no more than 8mm Illustration Left of mounting position This will aid standing water on the arm when it is in the closed position to drain off Common motor failures occur due to water ingress from standing water on the arms travelling into the motor when the gate opens Should you lose or misplace this manual a copy can be obtained by downloading one from the GateMotors website www gatemotors co uk or by contacting GateMotors by calling on 01202 717191 for the UK customers or 44 1202717191 for international customers yt Page 6 Gate Motors Poate Kit MyAster 3T1 4Ti 5Ti Technical Specification TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTIC eee 1 2 1 7A a E as Protection RON EPEE ET Degrees Celcius Leafs Maximum Length Leafs Maximum Weight 90 Degree Angle Doae Time sec Duty Cycle Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti Dimensions Side View MyAster 3 Closed 665mm Open 980mm MyAster 4 Closed 765mm Open 1180mm MyAster 5 Closed 865mm Open 1380mm Top View 88 mm MyAster 3 410mm MyAster 4 510mm MyAster 5 610mm er Page Gate Motors Poate Kit MyAster 371 471 STi Comp
17. e force adjustment may need to be reversed as the mechanics will be able to move a lot more freely and you may find your gates closing quicker or over closing opening For the MyGate Kit MyDiamond and MyAster if you are finding ice forming on the motor arms wiping the arm with liquid paraffin will help reduce ice formation Due to the unique way the motors are fabricated no ice will get into the motor via the arms however if it has settled and compacts when the arm retracts to open your gate the ice build up may force the arm not to fully retract How can I be sure that the gates are securely closed to keep unwelcome visitors out and my children and dogs in Each control board has the option of operating the motors in one of two ways Full Automatic mode where a press of the transmitter button will open the gate and hold it open for a predetermined time adjustable to between five amp 90 seconds and then close it automatically This way no one needs to remember to shut the gate Semi Automatic mode where one press of the button will open the gate as before but it won t close automatically until the button is pressed again What if Iam delayed and the gates start to close before I am through the entrance Included in each MyGate kit is a pair of safety photocells that are normally mounted on each gatepost and project a beam across the entrance If your car or any object e g child or pet breaks this beam the gate will either not mov
18. e terminal After many years of operation capacitors may begin to leak their charge Replacement capacitors are available from GateMotors Installation Complete Now your installation is complete with the fixing of the motors to the gate please proceed to installing the safety devices and other equipment supplied or purchased with your kit to the control board Please carefully follow the Q71A Control Board instruction guide that accompanies the kit to ensure smooth operation of your gate automation yt Page 18 Gate Motors Poate Warranty The 12 months Limited Warranty on all goods supplied by GateMotors is on a return for repair basis Any longer warranty issued by a manufacturer will require these to be returned to the manufacturer s head office or service address in or outside the United Kingdom GateMotors shall not be liable in any way for failure of any product supplied In particular GateMotors shall not be liable for labour costs involved in replacing faulty items or fault finding GateMotors warrants to you that the supplied goods will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use for a period of one 1 year from the date that the goods were first purchased by you If a defect arises and a valid claim under this Limited Warranty is received by GateMotors after the first one hundred and eighty 180 days of the warranty period GateMotors is entitled to charge you for any reasonable shipping and handling
19. his manual cannot be completely exhaustive in nature They do however provide an overview of the safe design installation and use of this product Carefully read and follow all safety precautions warnings and installation instructions to ensure the safe system design installation and use of this product Precautions and warnings in this manual are identified with this A warning symbol The symbol identifies conditions that can result in damage to the opener or its components serious injury or death Because GateMotors automatic gate openers are only part of the total gate operating system as intercoms push button switches and GSM switches etc Can be added to complete an operating system it is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use For The End User A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury or death A1 Read and follow all instructions Failure to meet the requirements set forth in the instruction manual could cause severe injury and or death for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible A2 When designing a system that will be entered from a main road or main thoroughfare make sure the system is placed far enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion A3 The gate must be installed in a location that provides adequate clearance between it an adjacent structure s when opening and closing to reduce risk of entrapment crushing A Swinging gates must not
20. nsure grub screw is tight to keep the pivot pin in place Use the motor release key to unlock the motor and extend the arm fully Turn back the arm 2cms to allow room for initial mounting to the gate for first time installation This avoids the arm over stretching if the initial in rush of power causes the motor to leap forward er Page 14 Gate Motors Koate To Release the Motor Arm STEP 1 STEP 2 Insert release key into the screw as indicated Turn release key clockwise to unlock motor from spindle arm to re lock turn anti clockwise Insert Release Key Here p Release Key STEP 3 Pull the arm out to its full length then twist back 2cm Pull _____ 2cm twist back NOTE Please do not leave the release key in the motor s release barrel as the metal of the key may corrode due to exposure to the elements and may not function correctly In addition leaving the key in place may compromise your gates security Affix the gate mounting bracket S3 to the motor as Gate Bracket illustrated below Slide the bracket into position on the end of the motor arm and place the pivot pin PR1 into the locating hole Fix firmly into position using the grub screw G1 Extend the arm of the ram arm and then turn it back 2CM This ensures that the arm is not operating on its maximum reach Mount the arm of the motor onto the gate IMPORTANT Ensure the arm is straight at first but then lower
21. oduct easy to install on a variety of applications from fence posts to pillars Blinker Warning Light A flashing blinker warning light can alert people to the operation of the gates The blinker light is compatible with all of the Electric gate kits that we sell Oval blinker with 2 lamps 10W Height approx 18 cms Vehicle Loop Detector 1 or 2 channel loop detectors allow gate release for vehicles entering or exiting the property Easy to fit to any existing MyGate gate system Very discreet loop fits underneath your driveway and allows gate release to vehicles exiting or entering the property no need to push a button Loop cable needed sold separately 7 Day Timer The GateMotors 7 day timer can be configured to provides 7 day 24 hour or 5 day 2 day operation and either 2 ON OFF s or 3 ON OFF s per day allowing the time switch to be tailored to the consumer s specific requirements The GateMotors 7 day timer is the simple and secure solution to all postman newspaper delivery tradesman employees entry requirements GSM Mobile Gate Opener Fed up with losing key fobs Have you had someone waiting to enter your property when you re running late to meet them If you answer yes to any of the above the GSM Mobile Gate Opener is the instant solution The unit is a wireless control on off switch that connects to the GSM cell phone network It is activated by calling its cell phone number there are no call costs incurred when dialling
22. onent Breakdown NB Please quote above part numbers when enquiring about replacement model 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti components from GateMotors MyAster 3Ti 4Ti STi Kit Contents Components 01 MyAster Motors 230v Motor Emergency Release Key 2x MyAster Motor 230v 2 x Key per Motor 1 set per motor 02 Pillar Pivot Bracket for Mounting Motor SuF Capacitor 1 x Left Hand Bracket 2 x Capacitors 1x Right Hand Bracket MyKey Remote Controls 3 4 5 6 Fixing Pack Containing 2 x Remote Control Gate Mounting Bracket for Arm Swing Gate Controller Q60AR 2 x Gate Attachment not handed 1x Controller amp Housing 1 x Transformer 230vi24y i 4 x Grub Screw Safety Photocells i He Bi i 4 x Control Board Housing Box Screw 1 x Transmitter 4 x Pivot Pins 1 x Receiver 4 l g Ry A E B E Documentation Instruction Guide for Kit MyAster Instruction Guide for Q60AR Control Board er Page 8 Gate Motors Koate Tools Needed e Tape Measure e Power Drill e Adjustable wrench e Hacksaw or Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters e Small flat head screwdriver e Small Pozi Drive Phillips screwdriver e Wire Strippers You may also need these items before you begin the installation Some of these items can be found on GateMotors website Low voltage wire This will need to be run from the control board to the photocells transmitter and receiver and for the key switch optional to fit 3 Core 230v A
23. owing clearly the returnee s full name and address and giving proof of purchase from GateMotors All goods returned to us for repair or warranty claim will be inspected and repaired replaced as necessary In warranty repairs will not carry any parts or labour charges provided the products were found to be faulty due to component failure Out of warranty repairs will be subject to charges which cover the labour replacement components and carriage We will excise a Lien as described above where payment for goods or services has not been made Where we deem a repair to be uneconomical we will contact you for a decision on our course of action yt Page 19 Gate Motors Koate Kit MyAster 230v FAQ s Will my gates still open in the winter when it is very cold and icy Climate conditions do affect how the internal mechanics operate During periods where the outside temperature can drop as low as 20 in some parts of the UK the motors can physically have trouble starting just like a motor vehicle Although the internal gears are protected by machine grease of course anti freeze cannot be used If the motors do struggle to push and pull the gates and you are finding them closing short or opening short a simple adjustment to the torque force is required to give the motors an extra helping hand This adjustment will increase the power output to the motor to help it mobilise During the summer season or where the temperature increases this torqu
24. portant er Page 10 Gate Motors Koate Installation Overview The diagram shown below is an example of a typical installation on a double leaf gate UUU Amai A c LEGEND CABLE REQUIRED Supplied with Kit Kit MyAster Actuator PA score nomm armoured Supplied With Kit Gate Control Unit S Scere tenn Armowes I U Transmitter Una GC 2 core 0 7mm SWARTS Supplied With Kit Photocens menmun g So ee ene Optional Accessory ep Extended Aerial E coax Suppied wan Aerial Optional Accessory External Radio Receiver G 2 core 0 75mm SWAICATSiAlarm Optional Accessory Warning Light 2 core 0 75mm SWACATSIAarm Optional Accessory Key Switch 8 2 core 075mm swacarsiniorm IMPORTANT To achieve optimum leverage for the gate opener and ensure long trouble free service the gate opener needs to be installed within the following the ideal parameters to achieve 90 degree opening angle measurements are taken from the pillar bracket to the gate bracket when gate is in closed position Gate Hinged Central on Pillar Gate Hinged On Corner of Pillar Aster 3Ti A 145mm B 145mm Total A B 290mm Aster 4Ti A 195mm B 195mm Total A B 390mm Aster 5Ti A 245mm B 245mm Total A B 490mm Allowing 10mm difference po oo Page 11 Gate Motors Koate Pivot Bracket S1 and Dimension B The motors pillar pivot bracket dimensions DO count as part of the Dimension B figure Left Hand
25. remote controller to Operate up to 3 sets of gates Push Button Switch This fantastic marine quality exit button is suited to internal or external use and is constructed from a marine grade Stainless Steel with a front IP rating of IP67 The unit has a 2 amp contact rating 12 24v DC with a mechanical lifespan of 1 million operations Easy to install it is a favourite with customers wanting to offer an easy exit solution from their property Horizontal Electro lock The electro lock with expansion card enables the lock to function and communicate with the gate control board Used with a MEL card optional accessory on the gate control board and connected using 2 wire configuration The expansion card transmits 12v charge to the lock which releases its locking pin In addition the electro lock can be used as a stand alone lock simply using the two Yale type keys supplied Digital Keypads Available in Solid Metal Narrow Style Metal Pressure Sensitive or Plastic Membrane Covered Easy installation and programming together with environmental and anti vandal resistance with numerous available codes for access control offering different access codes for different people Surface mounted keypads are available for internal or external use Extended Aerial Substitutes the standard gate control boards internal built in aerial to extend the range of your transmitters from 30M to 80m max in free field conditions The 2m cable length makes this pr
26. rmoured Cable This will be used to transport 230v power from the house to the gate control board The size of the cable will vary depending on the length See table for more details 3 Core armoured lt 15m gt 15m gt 100m gt 200m cable swa 5mm o oo e d o S y oO 2sm o e S S 4mm 2 6mm 0 75mm SWA Alarm Cable CAT 5 Cable low voltage cable This will be used to transport power and switching signals from the photocell units to the control board PVC Conduit To encase power cables low voltage cables that are running between the house and the control board and any cables that are to be laid across your driveway Surge Protection A form of circuit breaker should be fitted between the house and the main gate to protect both the gate control board and the house main fuse box from any power surges that may be experienced Fence Post Re enforcement If your fence post pillars are less than 6 in diameter or 6 square should be made of metal instead of wood so that it can remain stable while the opener is moving the gate if this is not viable the post may need to be re enforced to sustain the torque force produced by the gate opener The curved design of the post bracket works well for installations on round and square posts Because the post bracket carries the entire thrust of the active opener firm sturdy anchored bolts should be used in conjunction et Page 9 Gate Motors Poate Re enforced Gate Wooden
27. rs LEFT HAND Right or Left Hand Actuators The Kit Aster motors are supplied in two u ms versions Left hand amp Right hand and are specific as illustrated left Ensure you are mounting the correct handed motor to the leaf Looking RIGHT HAND at the gates from the inside of the drive way If the leaf is hinged on the left fit the left hand motor and visa versa Anchor the Pivot Bracket S1 onto your pillar by welding or bolting Depending on the width and fabric of your pillar 13mm Bolts minimum can be used However if your pillar is less than 6 Bolt through application should be used In cases of masonry pillars use chemical or resin to secure bolts or stone cement the bracket into position Fit the motor into position on its pivot bracket as illustrated left Pivot Bracket Slot for Bracket The motor has a slot designed to be specifically used with the pivot bracket S1 Slide the motor over the bracket taking care to align the fixing holes of the bracket and the motor located on the underside of the motor Support the weight of the motor arm so that the full weight of the motor is not hinged on the bracket if the bracket is not secured in your pillar the bracket may move or come loose Pivot Bracket Fix motor securely into position by sliding the motor over the bracket align the fixing holes and place the pivot pin PR1 through the holes Secure in place using the grub screw G1 p gtheg G1 n E
28. s can be extended and circuit breakers can be used in between the motor and the control board Using extension cable Some installations have a wider drive way than others and fused spurs are not always used If an extension cable is needed to connect to any of the motors ensure you use 4 core 1 5mm Armoured Cable This cable arrangement should contain 1 x Black Wire 1 x Brown Wire 1 x Blue Grey Wire neutral 1 x Green Yellow earth Using the appropriate cable colour identification aids with correct connections The cable should be contained within a suitable flexible conduit when buried under the driveway Armoured cable is available from GateMotors and is available in 25M 50M and 100M reels Using Fused Spur interim circuit breaker Optional to Fit The gate automation control board is equipped with fuses which govern the motors This stops any power surges reaching the motor and stops any current surge feedback to the control board Fused spurs may be used in between the motor and its connection to the control board to act as an extra means of power surge protection tet Page 16 Gate Motors Poate Gate Control Board Connection Terminals The control board features terminal groupings for the motors Motor 1 13 14 15 Motor 2 16 17 18 Motor 1 will always start first This is an ERE ue ope TI operating feature and is designed to cater for pee us gates where an overlay is used on a leaf to keep the g
29. so apply Service is provided by Digital Select Ltd 271 Regent Street London W1B 2ES whose helpline number is 0844 448 0165 Trading address GateMotors UK Unit 16c Chalwyn Industrial Estate St Clements Road Poole Dorset BH12 4PE GateMotors is the trading name of Screwjack Limited registered office at 21 Oxford Road Bournemouth Dorset BH8 8ET Registered is 4287804 VAT 785 3450 06 et Page 1 Gate Motors Koate Quick Reference Measurement Charts Conversion Chart Feet Metres oa iz Converting Metric Units to English Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find Symbol centimeters 0 3937 inches in or meters 3 2808 feet ft or kilograms 2 2046 pounds Ib or Converting English Units to Metric Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find Symbol inches 2 5400 centimeters cm feet 0 3048 meters m pounds 0 4535 kilograms kg Converting Temperature deg Celsius C x 1 8 32 deg Fahrenheit deg Fahrenheit F 32 1 8 deg Celsius PLEASE READ THIS FIRST Thank you for purchasing the Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti gate automation The gate kit is designed to be a do it yourself automatic gate opener kit When correctly installed and properly used your MyGate Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti will give you many years of reliable service Please read the following information to enable you to properly install your gate automation system The Kit MyAster 3Ti 4Ti 5Ti gate automation is designed
30. t the customer amp installers alike and promote safe operation of the automation Your feedback is valuable to us to help us with continued development and fine tuning of our instructions to suit customers needs If there is a subject or topic relating to the control board and its functions that you feel we could include re write or present in a different way please let us know by email on sales gatemotors co uk Author G Opie Published Dec 2012 Ver 1 For more information on GateMotors full line of automatic gate openers and access controls visit our website at www gatemotors co uk Phone Sales Lines UK 01202 717191 Outside UK 44 1202 717191 Phone Technical Lines UK 0911 603 8046 service available 8 30am to 5 30pm Monday to Friday only closed Weekends and Public Holidays ROI 156 099 9667 service available 8 30am to 5 30pm Monday to Friday only closed Weekends and Public Holidays Email support gatemotors co uk UK calls to this number are billed by the second and cost 1 02 per minute from a standard landline other networks charges may also apply IRISH calls to this number are billed by the second and cost 1 25 per minute from a standard landline other networks charges may also apply Service is provided by Digital Select Ltd 271 Regent Street London W1B 2ES whose helpline number is 0844 448 0165 Trading address GateMotors UK Unit 16c Chalwyn Industrial Estate St Clements Road Poole Dorset
31. the angle by 4mm to 8mm MAX so that the arm is not perfectly straight but is sloping downwards slightly This aids with allowing standing water from rainfall to drain from the arm Check the manual opening of the leaf before definitively fixing the brackets to make sure the gate can open fully to your required angle Once confirmed bolt weld the Gate Mounting bracket S3 securely into place When the motor is secured on the gate engage the locking mechanism of the motor using the release key and remove the release key Motor Release Keys IMPORTANT Ensure the release keys for the motors are kept in a secure place Each motor is supplied with two release keys which are designed for use only with Kit MyAster If keys are lost GateMotors will be able to supply replacements et Page 15 Gate Motors Koate Gate Stops optional accessory not included with kit Once your closing and opening positions have been finalised place your gate stops into position to so the gate control board can regulate the opening and closing cycles illustrated below A Closing Position Centre Stop or known as Mid Stop or Mechanical Limit Limit Centre Stop B Opening Position Stops or known as End Stops or Mechanical Limit Open Stop Connecting the Motors to the Control Board Once the motors are in place we can look to connecting them to the control board Each motor is supplied and pre fitted with 1 5M 4 core flex The cable
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