USAutomatic PATRIOT High Quality Low Voltage Vehicular Swing Gate Operator Solar or AC Charged PATRIOT I Single Swing Gate Operator PATRIOT II Dual Swing Gate Operator Installation/Owners Manual PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA www.usautomatic.
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INTRODUCTION This operator is intended to be installed on vehicular Class I or Class II gates as defined by UL-325. Maximum gate load should not exceed 650 pounds. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. Perform the installation in step-by-step order you will achieve optimal results. We strongly recommend that all installation and service personnel pay particularly close attention to the safety systems section of this manual and UL-325.
Table Of Contents Page Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 Table of Contents .................................................................................... 2 General Requirements/Gate Qualifications & Applications ................... 3 Importance of a Properly Designed Gate ................................................ 4 Mounting Site Review.............................................................................
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS General hand/tools such as combination wrenches, tape measure, level, clamps, etc. are required. Your particular installation may require a drill or other hardware not provided. Welding by a qualified welder is the recommended method of securing the linear actuator mounts to the gate and hinge post. Bolt on brackets is an option, but they must be very securely attached (i.e. carriage bolts with lock nuts and washers). Lag type bolts are not recommended.
IMPORTANCE OF A PROPERLY DESIGNED GATE As a general rule, an automatically operated gate must be stronger and smoother than a manually operated gate. Since the gate is a major component of the system, great care and concern must be given to the gate design. A GATE OPERATOR CANNOT OVERCOME A POORLY DESIGNED GATE. A. B. C. D. Does the gate swing smoothly without binds or excessive resistance? Swing gates should swing level and plumb to prevent the operator from having to lift the gate open or closed.
PARTS INCLUDED 41 ½” *Actuator Arm with 8 foot of Cable 18” Cabinet with Control Board and Receiver 8 ½” 18” OR Solar Panel Battery Charger Solar Panel with Bracket and hardware Sun Guard Charge Controller One 4-Button visor mount and two 4-Button key fob remote/transmitters * 2” X 2” X 17” Hinge Mount Tube * Gate Bracket *5- ½” washers *1- ½” Locknuts WARNING *Manual Release Pin And Clip A Moving Gate Has The Potential Of Inflicting Serious Injury Or Death Persons are to keep clear! The gat
STEP 1 Hinge Mount Tube Installation Use the diagrams in Figure 1 below to determine the type of installation and gatepost required. These diagrams show left hand installation - reverse for right hand installation. Figures 2 and 3 show installation for thick wall posts. PULL TO OPEN POST TYPE PUSH TO OPEN OPEN DIRECTION FIGURE 1 GATE IN CLOSED POSITION GATE IN CLOSED POSITION 4” round steel post. Saddle cut tube to fit.
STEP 2a Hinge Mount Tube Installation (Push to Open Installation Top View) Use dimensions in figure 3 to determine mounting location of Hinge mount tube, cut hinge mount tube as necessary to achieve correct mounting dimension. OPEN DIRECTION Gatepost 4” steel shown ¼” wall GATE 6” Hinge mount tube cut as necessary to achieve dimension needed. Must be level in all directions for proper alignment and operation.
STEP 4 Gate Bracket Installation (Prepare Actuator for Installation) NOTE: Do not operate the actuator before performing all installation steps. There is no need to extend the actuator before all installation steps are complete. If you must operate the actuator, ensure that the extension screw does not rotate while operating to avoid possible actuator damage. Assemble the Gate bracket to the actuator as shown in figure 5.
STEP 4c Gate Bracket Installation (PUSH to Open Only) The actuator is adjusted to the fully retracted or closed position from the factory. Once the actuator is connected to the hinge mount tube, swing the gate to the desired closed position and block in place to secure the gate. Move the actuator around so that the gate bracket can be attached to the gate. Ensure the gate is in the fully closed position. Clamp the gate bracket to the gate (verify actuator is level before welding).
STEP 5 Mounting Control Box When deciding where to mount the control box remember the actuator cable for the master gate is 8 feet in length. If possible mount the control box in a location that will allow the cable to be neatly routed. Do not splice cable for additional length unless absolutely necessary. If it must be longer than 8 feet see step 6. Correct – Install control box to fence by welding or screws.
STEP 8 Installation of Charging Device SOLAR PANEL AND SOLAR CHARGE CONTROLLER Locate and mount the solar panel bracket so that the panel faces southwest and maintains the preformed 45-degree angle. The standard cable is 15' in length and must feed in through the bottom of the control box. Pay attention to the distance when determining your mounting location. Although the cable can be extended with watertight connectors, charging power is diminished.
STEP 9 Connecting Actuator Cable to Control Board Before connecting the actuator cable to the control board check the following: Verify that all previous steps were performed. Verify that the battery connections are correct, red leads to positive and black leads to negative. Verify that nothing is in the path of the gate, if by chance it begins to move when power is applied. Be prepared to disconnect the actuator cable, if needed to stop the gate if it begins to move.
STEP 11 Control Board Dipswitch Setting Verification NOTE: This check must be performed before operating the gate for the first time. Failure to do so may damage the gate operator. Before operating the gate lets make sure the Patriot control board dipswitches are set correctly for your installation. Locate the dipswitches on the Patriot Control board (see page 17). Factory default dipswitch settings are 2 and 3 on.
STEP 13 Making Final Adjustments If the gate stopped short of the desired stop position on page 13, step 12, then the limit switch needs to be adjusted. Refer to the Limit Switch Adjustment on page 15 to determine which adjustment to make. STEP 14 Installing Safety Placards (UL-325 requirement) Mount safety placards on gate. Two signs are provided. Place one sign on each side of the gate where they will be highly visible to anyone on either side of the gate.
Limit Switch Adjustment The limit switch adjustments are located on the bottom of the actuator. Remove the dust plug to make adjustments. A flat blade screwdriver is included with the operator for adjustment purposes. If soft stop is going to be used turn dipswitch 6 or 7 (see page 17) on at this time. Prior to operating the gate the actuator extension tube needs to be turned 6 turns in the counter clockwise direction. Disconnect from gate bracket to turn.
Circuit Board Terminal Description For Accessories Patriot Control Board USAutomatic MADE IN USA PATRIOT CONTROL BOARD MASTER SLAVE Sensitivity Sensitivity 5 5 0 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT Timer 5 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT 10 TIMER TO CLOSE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT DS1 DS1 SWITCH SETTINGS O N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 SW-1 FACTORY SETTINGS AUTO CLOSE TIMER ENABLE OFF SW-2 TIMER TO CLOSE WILL ACTIVATE ON LIMIT ONLY ON SW-3 MASTER GATE ENABLE ON BOTH ON FOR DUAL SW-4 SLAVE GATE
FUNCTION OF PROGRAM SWITCH SETTINGS – DS1 DS1 Programming Dipswitches USAutomatic MADE IN USA PATRIOT CONTROL BOARD MASTER SLAVE Sensitivity Sensitivity 5 0 Timer 5 5 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT 10 TIMER TO CLOSE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT DS1 DS1 SWITCH SETTINGS O N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 SW-1 FACTORY SETTINGS AUTO CLOSE TIMER ENABLE OFF SW-2 TIMER TO CLOSE WILL ACTIVATE ON LIMIT ONLY ON SW-3 MASTER GATE ENABLE ON SW-4 SLAVE GATE ENABLE SW-5 SOLENOI
FUNCTION OF PROGRAM SWITCH SETTINGS – DS2 DS2 Programming Dipswitches USAutomatic MADE IN USA PATRIOT CONTROL BOARD MASTER SLAVE Sensitivity Sensitivity 5 5 0 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT Timer 5 10 0 CURRENT SENSE ADJUSTMENT 10 TIMER TO CLOSE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT DS1 DS1 SWITCH SETTINGS O N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 SW-1 FACTORY SETTINGS AUTO CLOSE TIMER ENABLE SW-2 OFF TIMER TO CLOSE WILL ACTIVATE ON LIMIT ONLY ON SW-3 MASTER GATE ENABLE ON SW-4 SLAVE GATE ENABLE BOTH ON FOR
STEP 16 RADIO EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND PROGRAMMING STEP 16a Oracle Enabled Operators ON DIP Location of parts in Oracle Dual Frequency Gate Control Unit (“DFGCU”) Programming Dipswitch Learn Button LED Light Black Antenna Wire 4-Wire Harness (Connects to J5 on Patriot Control Board) DFGCU Programming Dipswitches All dipswitches should remain in the off position. If the gate needs to be set for latch open, set feature as follows.
Total Remote/Transmitter Memory Deletion for Key Fob or Futura – 315 MHz • • • • • On the DFGCU, press and hold the learn button down until the LED is on solid Release the learn button and press the learn button again Hold the learn button down for 8 seconds or until the red LED light goes steady Release the learn button The red LED light will double blink four times to signify exiting learn mode Latch Mode for DFGCU Turn the DFGCU dispswitch #6 on to enable latch mode for output 2.
STEP 16c LCR Remote/Transmitter & Receiver (model 433DSR2LC) Programming The Transmitter and Receiver provided operate at 433 MHz. Receiver can store up to 22 unique transmitter codes. Transmitter Setup: (It is recommended that the dipswitches be changed from the default setting) 1. Open the battery compartment door and locate the dipswitches. 2. Change the dipswitches to the settings you prefer. Record for future reference.
SAFETY SECTION USAutomatic gate operators are certified to UL-325 Vehicular Class I and Class II swing gate standards. UL-325 identifies four different classes of gate operators these classes are listed below: Class I: Residential vehicular gate operator- a vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a home of one to four single family dwellings or a garage or parking area associated therewith.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep remote/transmitter control away from children. Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF A MOVING GATE. Test gate operator monthly. The gate must stop and reverse directions upon contacting a rigid object or when the secondary entrapment device is activated. 6.
SAFETY SECTION Remedies for Safety Concerns Zone 1 Safety edges and photo electric eyes are the most common types of protection available. Reflector Photo Eye Unit wired to Safety Loop input Catch Post U shaped Safety Edge wire to Secondary Entrapment Input Zone 2 A safety edge may also be utilized here, but the best remedy is to eliminate pinch points when designing the hinges.
SAFETY SECTION Remedies for Safety Concerns Zone 3 Safety edges are the best protection. A photo eye may also be used. For vehicle traffic, magnetic vehicle detectors and wire sensing loops are preferred. Reflector Beam Photo Eye Unit 1 wire to Safety Loop input Catch Post U-Shaped Safety Edge Wired to Secondary Entrapment Input Reflector Zone 4 Safety Edges on bottom rail of gate. Wire to Secondary Entrapment Input.
Periodic Service All gate operators require periodic checking and adjustments, by a qualified technician of the control mechanism for force (load), speed and sensitivity. All external accessories and secondary safety devices must be checked. Secondary safety devices need to be checked at least once a month for proper operation. Periodic checking is also advised for the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Check battery connections and verify terminals are clean. Maintenance free batteries recommended.
TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION OUTLINE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Single gate will not operate. Dual gate will not operate. Single or Dual gate opens or closes slowly. Gate will not automatically close. Gate begins to open or close, but stops and reverses after a couple of seconds. Single Gate opens correctly then closes immediately or single Gate closes correctly and then opens immediately. Dual Gate opens correctly then closes immediately or dual Gate closes correctly then opens immediately.
1. My single gate will not operate Patriot I: STEP 1 Remove control box cover. Locate the “Open/Close Command” push button and press it to operate the gate. STEP 2 Press the “Reset” push button located above the “Open/Close Command” button, then push the “Open/Close command” push button to operate the gate. STEP 3 When pressing the “Open/Close Command” push button, listen for a clicking sound. If a click is heard, then verify: The 15-amp fuse located on the control board is good.
and turn switch 3 off and switch 4 on. Then repeat step 2 and 3 again using X2 connector on control board in place of X1. STEP 4 If a problem is observed in steps 2 or 3 above most likely it was when the slave actuator (located the greatest distance from control box) was being tested. If this is correct check wiring splices for moisture, correct wiring etc. If the wiring is not in watertight conduit, this is most likely the problem. Tape is not watertight. 3.
STEP 2 Verify that DS1 switch 1 is on. If not, turn it on and recheck gate operation. If gate remains open, continue with step 3. STEP 3 If your installation is a single gate, then only DS1 switch 3 or 4 can be on. If both are on the gate will not automatically close. Turn off the one that is not being used and recheck gate operation. STEP 4 Locate the “LED Indicator” push button and depress and hold.
STEP 4 Once adjusted correctly, the open LED should be on when the gate is opened and the close LED should be on when the gate is closed. STEP 5 If the LED’s will not come on contact the factory. 7. Dual Gate opens or closes correctly then immediately reverses direction: STEP 1 This is most likely caused by an incorrect limit switch adjustment. First determine which gate is in need of adjustment. STEP 2 Locate the DS1 switches on the Patriot control board.
STEP 2a If the “Push Button Input” LED did not come on in step 1 then make sure that the green J2 connector on the control board is securely connected, replace the battery in the transmitter and verify that the transmitter is programmed to operate the receiver (refer to page 21 “LCR Remote/Transmitter Programming .”) STEP 3 If the “Push Button Input” LED in step 1 did come on and the gate did not operate then locate the “Open/Close Command” button located at the bottom center of the Patriot control board.
12. Gate opens using transmitter, but will not close using transmitter (Low Current Receiver only) STEP 1 The problem is most likely the programming of the Low Current Receiver (P2 relay is programmed to latch mode) STEP 2 On the Patriot control board locate press and hold the “LED Indicator” pushbutton. STEP 3 Look in the lower left corner of the Patriot control board and note any LED’s that are on. STEP 4 If the “OPEN INPUT” is on then the receiver (P2) is programmed to latch mode.
Accessory Wiring Information USAutomatic Patriot gate operators are +12 vdc powered. Solar charged operators do not require 110 VAC for proper operation. Accessories that operate at +12 vdc can be connected directly to the control board or the battery. Proper accessory selection must be made so that the accessories installed do not drain the solar charged operator battery. If accessories selected operate at 110 VAC then it will be necessary to have 110 VAC power located at the operator control box.
Types of Accessories USAutomatic Patriot control boards are designed to operate with all accessories. Understanding the control board inputs and the desired operation of each accessory is essential when designing the gate operator system. Solar friendly accessories are essential in designing a proper solar gate operator. Contact USAutomatic for information on recommended solar friendly accessories for your solar gate operator.
Security Shunt – This a dry contact switch that is closed anytime the gate is not closed. A proximity switch such as the type installed in a security system to activate an alarm if the contact is broken could be wired here. If the gate is opened by an intended signal the security shunt switch closes and prevents the alarm system from activating. If the gate were forced open then the alarm would be activated. Security shunt can also be used to power +12 vdc equipment.
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PATRIOT I PATRIOT II Limited 5 Year Warranty USAutomatic The PATRIOT Gate Operator is warranted to be free of defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 5 years from date of purchase on the electronic control board and 36 months on all other components. Any part, parts, or complete unit found to be defective within this period would, at the manufacturer's option be repaired or replaced at no charge if returned freight prepaid.
