LiftMaster AA250EVK Swing Gate Installation Guide

LiftMaster AA250EVK Swing Gate Installation Guide

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INTENDED USE

About this Manual – Original Manual
These instructions are the original operating instructions according the machinery directive 2006/42 EC. The instruction manual must be read carefully to understand important product information. Pay attention to the safety and warning notices. Keep the manual in safe place for future reference and to make it available to all persons for inspection, service, maintenance and repair. After installation pass the complete documentation to the responsible person/owner.

Only correct installation and maintenance by a competent installer (specialist) / competent company, in accordance with the instructions, must understand and ensure the gates and moreover is familiar with relevant state occupational safety regulations and generally accepted rules of technology in such an extent that he is also able to assess the safe working condition of powered gates according to EN 13241, 12604, 12453 (EN12635 The installer must understand the following: Before installing the drive, check that the driven part is in good mechanical condition, opens and closes properly and correctly balanced where applicable nism is properly adjusted and that the protection system and any manual release function correctly (EU: EN 13241, EN12604, EN 12453, EN 12635; GB (UK, NI) BS EN 13241, BS EN12604, BS EN 12453, BS EN12635). A regular maintenance, inspection must be carried out according to the standards. The installer must instruct other users on the safe operation of the drive system.

After successful installation of the drive system, the responsible installer, in accordance with the EU: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC; GB (UK, NI): Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 SI 2008 No. 1597, must issue the EU: CE / GB (UK,NI): UK declaration of conformity for the gate system. The EU: CE / GB (UK,NI): UKCA tion book must be completed. Please read the operating instructions and especially the precautions. The following symbols are placed in front of instructions to avoid personal injury or damage to property. Read these instructions carefully.The general warning symbol indicates a danger that can lead to injuries or death. In the text section, the general warning symbols are used as described below.

Intended use
The swing gate operator is exclusively designed and tested for the operation of smooth-running swing gates in the residential, non-commercial sector. The maximum permissible gate size and the maximum weight must not be exceeded. The gate must open and close smoothly by hand. Use the operator on gates which comply with the applicable standards and guidelines. Regional conditions of wind loads must be taken into account when using door or gate panels EU: EN13241 / GB/ GB (UK, NI): BS EN 13241 are to be avoided by designing and installing the door/gate according to the relevant instructions. This gate mechanism must be installed and operated in accordance with the appropriate safety rules.It is not intended for continuous operation and use in a commercial application. It is not permitted on gates that travel with incline/decline.

Any improper use of the drive system could increase the risk of accidents. The manufacturer assumes no liability for such usage. With this drive, automated gates must 13241, BS EN12604, BS EN 12453).Only LiftMaster and approved accessories may be connected to the drive. Incorrect installation and/or failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious personal injury or damage to property. Gate systems located in public areas and have only force limitation, can only be operated under full supervision. Additional safety devises should be considered in accordance with EU: EN 12453; GB (UK, NI) BS EN 12453.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INTENDED USE

During operation, the gate should not under any circumstances obstruct public path ways and roads (public area). When using tools and small parts to install or carry out repair work on a gate exercise caution and do not wear rings, watches or loose clothing.Installation and wiring must be in compliance with your local building and electrical installation regulations. Power cables must only be connected to a properly earthed supply. Disconnect electric power to the system before installation, maintenance, repairs or removing covers. A disconnecting device must be provided to the mains power supply (permanently- wired installation) to guarantee all-pole disconnection (isolating switch or by a separate fuse). The repairs and electrical installations may be performed only by an authorised electrician. Emergency Stop Button must be installed for emergency case based on the risk assessment.distances in accordance with the EU: EN 13241, EN12604, EN 12453, EN 12635; GB (UK, NI) BS EN 13241, BS EN12604, BS EN 12453, BS EN12635 and/or with safety devices (e.g. safety edge). Testing of the safety function of the drive system is recommended to be carried out at least once a month. Refer also to manufacturers instruction of the gate system components. of the swing gate operator. Gate systems must meet the force limitation according EU: EN 12453, EN 60335-2-103; GB (UK, NI) BS EN 12453, BS EN 60335-2-103.

Additional safety device (safety edge,.) must be considered in accordance to the standard by changes to the system. gate, never attempt to repair it yourself. This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have received instruction in how to use the device. If necessary, control allow children to operate push button(s) or remote(s). Misuse of the gate operator system can result in serious injury. The warning signs should be placed in clearly visible locations. The gate opener should ONLY be used if the user can see the entire gate area and is assured that it is free of obstacles and the gate operator is set correctly. No one may pass through the gate area while it is moving. Children must not be allowed to play in the vicinity of the gate. The full protection against potential crushing or entrapment must work immediately when the drive arms are installed. There may be existing hazards on mechanical, electrical installation or the closing edges of the gate by crushing, impact points.

•  Electrical failure (Control – faults in safety systems)
•  Impact, swept area, hold to run, force limitation, presence detection

Appropriate measures must be taken to ensure safe operation of the gate system according the standards Never start up a damaged drive. Use the manual release only to disengage the drive and – if possible – ONLY when is gate closed. Operation of the emergency manual release can lead to uncontrolled movements of the gate. The Timer-to-Close (TTC) feature, the myQ Smartphone Control app, are examples of unattended operation of the gate. Any device or feature that allows the gate to close without being in the line of sight of the gate is considered as unattended open/close.
The Timer-to-Close (TTC) feature, the myQ Smartphone Control, and any other myQ devices can ONLY be activated when Liftmasters photo cells are installed (TTC works only in close direction). The gate shall only be operated in the direct sight line to the gate.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

• The manufacturer accepts no liability/warranty claims resulting from use other than intended use and after the warranty expires.
• The legal remedy is the sole responsibility for all associated rights.
• NOTE: Observe the installation and operating manual.
•  Always monitor the function of the system and rectify the cause immediately in the event of a malfunction.
•  Carry out an annual inspection of the system. Call a specialist.
•  Safety distances must be respected between the gate leaf and the environment in accordance with related standards.
•  The operator can be installed Only on stable and rigid gate leaves. Gate leaves must not bend or twist when opening and closing.
•  Assure that the hinges of the gate leaf are installed and working correctly and not creating any obstacles.
•  Installation of two operators on same door leaf is strictly prohibited.

DELIVERY SCOPE

TOOLS NEEDED

OVERVIEW OF GATE OPERATOR

1.  Motor 1 with control board
2.  Motor 2
3.  Post bracket (concealed)
4.  Gate bracket
5.  Infrared photocells
6.  Flashing lamp

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

Dimensions of Gate and Operator

Determine the Position of the Post Bracket
NOTE: All crushing points must be secured by an entrapment protection according to EU: EN 12453, EN 60335-2-103; GB (UK, NI): BS EN 12453, BS EN 60335-2-103.
Operator Arm Mounting

1.  Attach the motor arm to the center of the opener from the underside.
2.  Secure the caps with the screw and washer.

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

Post Bracket Installation

1.  Using the post bracket as a reference, mark and drill the holes for the post bracket.
2.  Attach the post bracket using the correct fastening material based on existing installation (building / material substance). Please consult the gate manufacturer.
3.  The slots on the post bracket allow for alignment. When the post bracket is level tighten the nuts.

NOTE: For brick or concrete posts please use correct dowels and screws. Please maintain correct distance to the post edges. For metal posts please consider the post thickness and weld or bolt the bracket directly to post.
Caution: The fastened brackets must not loosen after installation and during operation.

Operator Mounting and Travel Distance Adjustment

1.  Align the holes on the operator to the post bracket holes and connect using the screws and nuts (see picture 3.a).
2.  Connect the arm to the shaft of the motor unit (see picture 3.b). Do not mount plastic protection cover yet, if you plan to install operator hard stops.
3.  Release the operator clutch with the release key (see picture 4 on page 7).
4.  Bring gate leaf to the closed position.
   NOTE: The system must operate with external gate or operator hard stops in both directions.

Installation with external gate hard stops: (gate hard stops already installed)

•  Position the gate bracket in the desired full closed position as shown in the picture 3.c. Temporarily secure it to the gate leaf and connect with operator arm considering
• dimensions A, B and C from Table 1.
• Make permanent connection of the gate bracket at chosen correct position.
• Installation with operator hard stops: (no gate hard stops installed)
• Position the gate bracket in the desired full closed position as shown in the picture 3.c. Temporarily secure it to the gate leaf (do not make permanent connection tgate leaf yet to enable adjustments) and connect with operator arm considering dimensions A, B and C from Table 1.
• Fix the operator hard stop for “close” position as close as possible to the arm (see picture 3.d).
• Hold the gate leaf in the desired “closed” position and adjust position of the gate bracket, so that the arm pushes against hard stop in “close” position (see pictures 3.e and 3.f).
• Make permanent connection of the gate bracket at chosen correct position.
• Mount the protection cover at the operator bottom (see picture 3.i).
•  A combination of operator and gate hard stops is allowed. Please use the respective set up procedures as described above. 5. Repeat the procedure for the unit on the opposite side.

INSTALLATION

Emergency Release Mechanism
To disengage the release mechanism remove the plastic cover, enter the key and turn it 90°. Pull the clutch up (see picture 4). To re-engage the release meachanism, push the clutch down and turn the key 90°.

Control Board Installation and Motor Wiring
The control board is already pre-installed in the Primary unit and pre-wired to the terminals of Motor 1. To gain access to the control board in the Primary unit release the 2 screws on the sides of the cover and 2 screws on the back of the Primary unit (see picture 5). The terminals for wiring accessories are directly accessible. To get access to the programming buttons remove the transparent plastic cover and place it back.

Per default settings, the Primary unit is considered installed on the left (when looking from inside out), and the Secondary unit on the right. In case the Primary unit is installed on the right, and the Secondary unit on the left, change the settings of functions «d1» and «d2».

Motor 1 Connection
NOTE:
Consider this for Basic and Advanced Settings (see Programming section).
Motor 2 Connection
NOTE:
Consider this for Basic and Advanced Settings (see Programming section).

1.  Connect the extension cable (not provided) to the wiring terminals of the Secondary unit (see picture 7).
   Note the cable colors of the Secondary motor to match them on the control board wiring terminal for MOTOR 2.

2.  Feed the Secondary motor extension cable through one of the cable glands at the bottom
   of the Primary unit (see picture 8). Ensure to use the side of the motor where the arm cannot cut the cables during opening or closing movement.

3.  Connect Secondary motor cables to the MOTOR 2 terminals as follows: red cable to RED terminal, green cable to GRN terminal , white cable to WHT terminal on control board.

Power Wiring

WIRING DIAGRAM

PROGRAMMING

Display, Programming Buttons and Function Setting Programming buttons function (4 buttons):

Function and programmed values are shown on LED display. Function setting – programming mode
LED display shows following values after control board is powered:

Herewith you start programming of your gate operator.

General Programming Overview The programming is divided in 2 sections:’

1.  Basic Settings (Page 11)
2.  Advanced Settings (Page 14)

After Basic Settings are done, following parameters will be learned automatically during Learning phase:

1.  Travel length from FULL CLOSED to FULL OPEN position.
2.  Opening and closing force for each motor.

NOTE

• Basic Settings and Learning phase must be completed to enable operation.
• Advanced Settings cannot be accessed if Basic Settings and Learning phase are not completed. are connected.

General setup

1.  Press and hold “P” button for 5 seconds to enter the menu. “AP” on the display
2.  Use “+“ and “–” buttons to navigate between the functions.

PROGRAMMING

Wing Movement Direction

Before programming, move the gate manually in the middle position and re- engage release mechanism (see page 7).
Press and hold the “–“ button on the control board and ensure that the motors are moving in CLOSE direction. If correct, immediately let go of the “-“ button and gate stops. If motors are moving in OPEN direction, go to the functions “d1“ and “d2” and change the direction settings. Once CLOSE direction is set correctly, leave the gate in the middle position. The operator is ready for the Learning phase. Press and hold the “+“ button on the control board to move the gate into OPEN position. When button is released operator stops. Press and hold the “–“ button on the control board to move the gate into CLOSE position. When button is released operator stops.

Basic Settings
Basic Settings Overview

Application Settings
Application function shown on display.This function is already pre-set at factory at value 05.

More settings available on demand:

Values 01-03, 06, 07 are not suitable for AA250 application and shall not be chosen.

Direction Motor 1 Settings
Direction Motor 1 function shown on display

Direction Motor 2 Settings Direction Motor 2 function shown on display. application.

Limit Learning
Before starting a Learning phase ensure that:

1.  Other Basic Settings are completed
2.  Internal / external hard stops are installed (for swing gates)
3.  First movement will be in CLOSE direction.

Available Learning methods

1. Press and hold “+ and –“ buttons for 2 seconds. Automatic learning process starts. LL process.
2.  Wing 2 moves in CLOSE direction until the hard stop is reached, and stops.
3.  Wing 1 moves in CLOSE direction until the hard stop is reached, and stops for 2 seconds. Then Wing 1 starts in OPEN direction until the hard stop is reached.
4.  Wing 2 moves in OPEN direction until hard stop is reached, stops for 2 seconds and then moves in CLOSE direction until hard stop is reached, and stops.
5.  Wing 1 moves in CLOSE direction until hard stop is reached, and stops.

NOTE: In single motor application, “Wing 2” actions are not used. Following settings are done during Standard Learning Mode:

1.  Travel length from FULL CLOSED to FULL OPEN position.
2.  Opening and closing force for each motor.
3.  15% of total travel in both directions is assigned for Soft Stop.
4.  Wing delay in opening and closing position is 2 seconds. Shall you need to change the delay please go to Advanced Settings: Delay Motor 2 (d0) and Delay Motor 1 (dC).

Advanced Learning Mode (manual setting of Soft Stop position)

1.  Press and hold “+ and –“ buttons for 2 seconds.
2.  Automatic learning starts. LL
3.  Wing 2 moves in CLOSE direction until hard stop is reached, and stops.
4.  Wing 1 moves in CLOSE direction until hard stop is reached, and stops for 2 seconds.
5.  Wing 1 starts in OPEN direction at default speed.

Following settings are programmed during Advanced Learning mode:

1.  Travel length from FULL CLOSED to FULL OPEN position.
2.  Opening and closing force for each motor.
3.  Starting positions of the Soft Stops.
4.  Wing delay in opening and closing position is 2 seconds. Shall you need to change the delay please go to Advanced Settings: Delay Motor 2 (d0) and Delay Motor 1 (dC).

NOTE: To stop Learning phase press “S” button. The Learning process will be interrupted, “LE LL” will appear on display indicating readiness to start Learning phase again.
If Learning process was not completed, it needs to be re-done. ATTENTION: Learning phase must be completed to enable operation.

Stand-by Mode

Programming and Erasing of Remote Controls, Radio Accessories and myQ Devices
NOTE: the remote controls delivered with the operator are already factory pre- – gramming.

1. Press and release “S” button. An LED spot turns ON in the display. The ope-rator will stay in Radio programming mode for 3 minutes. Any radio accessory only myQ devices can be learned.
   display turns off.Press and hold “Shing. Press and hold the desired free button on transmitter to program the Partial Opening Mode.

2.  Connect Connect ethernet cable (1) provided with gateway to router (2).Use the plug valid for your country ( not all models). Connect power (3) to the internet gateway (4). When the internet gateway connects to the internet, the green light (5) will stop blinking and will light solid. A connected set of IRs is mandatory for myQ operation.

3.  Create an account Download the free myQ App from App Store or Google Play Store and create an account. If you already have an account, use your username and password.

4. Register the internet gateway Enter the Serial Number located on the bottom of the internet gateway when prompted.

5. To add your gate operator to the registered gateway follow the instructions on the app. When adding a new myQ capable gate operator press and release “S” button on operator control board. An LED spot turns ON in the control board display.
   Note: After you add a device, the blue light on the internet gateway will appear and stay on. Press “S” button on the operator control board to exit the radio programm-ing mode.
   ‘TestAfter having installed and registered correctly you may now test the following For more functions see www.liftmaster.eu

Press and hold “S” button for > 6 seconds. All radio control devices (transmitters, wall controls, keypads) are erased. The LED spot in the display turns OFF. Note: It is not possible to erase radio control devices individually.

1.  Within next 6 seconds press and hold “S” button. An LED spot turns ON in the display.
2.  Press and hold “S” button for > 6 seconds. All myQ devices are erased. The LED spot in the display turns OFF.

NOTE: It is not possible to erase myQ devices individually. It is not possible to erase myQ devices only.

Herewith you start with Advanced Settings

Transmitter Settings
Note: Under settings “01”, “02” and “03”, TTC timer will be overridden by a transmitter command and will CLOSE the gate. Under setting “04”, active TTC timer countdown will be re-set to start again by Transmitter command.

IRs will be auto-learned when installed. Each of the 3 IR sets can be programmed individually.
NOTE: Depending on the chosen settings the Partial Opening inputs or Remote Controls commands will not be executed in both OPEN or CLOSE direction if the IR beam is obstructed. If IRs are removed, the control board power must be turned OFF/ON for two times to unlearn. For check and maintenance of the photocells see the manual of the photocells.

NOTE: Under settings “01”, “02” and “03”, TTC timer will be overridden by an Input command and will CLOSE the gate. Under setting “06”, active TTC timer count-down will be re-set to start again by an Input command

Partial Opening Motor 1
Partial opening Motor 1 only gives you the ability to open active leaf to a pre-set value only.
NOTE: Pd command will work starting from Close limit position and during closing movement. If a Pd command is executed from a complete OPEN position, the gate will close. An Open or transmitter command will always override the Pd command.

1.  Press and hold “S“ and “+“ buttons at the same time, until the LED spot starts
2.  Press and hold the desired free button on transmitter to program the Partial Opening Mode.

CLOSE direction. Not available for the single motor application.Not executed during reversal or after IR beam interruption in both directions.

Timer To Close
Timer to close (TTC) function enables automatic closing of the gate from a com-plete OPEN position after a pre-set period of time. Minimum one pair of LiftMaster Infrared Photocells (IR) has to be installed to monitor closing movement to enable TTC operation. TTC will not work if IR are protecting opening movement only. TTC will also work with activated partial opening. If TTC function is active, timer is counting down, and the IR beams are interrupted, the TTC timer shall re-start.

Reversal Time after Impact
during closing or opening movement. This reversal behaviour is valid both for motor force detection and safety edge application.

ATTENTION

Any changes done to the Password protected functions (Force and Speed) 2-103; GB (UK, NI) BS EN 12453, BS EN 60335-2-103.

TECHNICAL DATA

 |  | AA250EVK|  |  | AA250EVK|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Input Voltage| VAC| 220-240| External accessory power|  | 24VDC – max. 500mA|

| Hz| 50/60| Flahing lamp connector|  | 24VDC – max. 500mA|
Motor Voltage| VDC| 24V| E-Lock /Magnetic lock conenctor|  | 24VDC – max. 500mA|
“Standby consumption (without accessories)”| W| 3.2| External relay|  | 24VDC – max. 500mA|
Safety edge|  | 8,2 kOhm|
Motor Rated Power| W| 100W (AA250-24P) 50W (AA250-24S)| Max. nr. of IRs|  | 3|
Rated Load| Nm| 72,4| Max. nr. of external inputs|  | 3|

| Nm| 200| Battery back-up unit|  | 2 x 12V, 2.2Ah batteries model 490EV|
Cycles per hour|  | 10| Ingress Protection Motor| IP| 44|
Max. cyles per day|  | 30| Noise Level| dB| < 70 db(A)|

Max. wing width / weight

|

m / kg

| 1.5m / 250kg 2.0m / 200kg 2.5m / 150kg| Working temperature| °C| -20°C to +55°C|
Weight (kit)| Kg| 20|
Max. opening angle|  | 120°|

|

TX4EVF

| 868MHz (868.30MHz, 868.95MHz,

869.85MHz)

|
Time to open to 90°| s| 13-15|
Sending power| <10mW|
End Limit System|  | Encoder with hard stops|
Battery| CR2032 3V|

Sending Power

|

MHz

| RX 433MHz (433.30MHz, 433.92MHz, 434.54MHz)

RX 868MHz (868.30MHz, 868.95MHz,

869.85MHz)

TX 865.125MHz, 865.829MHz, 866.587MHz

<10mW

|
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Code|  | Security+ 2.0|
Max. nr of remotes|  | 180|
Max. nr. of keypads|  | 4|
Max. nr. of myQ devices|  | 16|

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