RSL12V™ & RSL12VH™ VEHICULAR SLIDE GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION MANUAL SOLAR CAPABLE IES. SEE ACCESSOR Your model may look different than the model illustrated in this manual. STOP IMPORTANT NOTE: The gate operation may be limited until the battery is fully charged. THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A TRAINED GATE SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN ONLY. Visit www.liftmaster.com to locate a professional installing dealer in your area.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY Safety Symbol and Signal Word Review UL325 Model Classifications Safety Installation Information Gate Construction Information Required Safety Protection Devices Important Safety Information 1-7 PROGRAMMING 1 2 3 4 5 6-7 WIRING Earth Ground Rod Power Wiring Connect Batteries Primary/Secondary Operators ADJUSTMENT Learn Limits Force Adjustment Test 21 21 21 21 22-23 9-11 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 24-25 8 Operator Specifications Carton Inventory Hardware Inventory Site Pr
SAFETY » UL325 MODEL CLASSIFICATIONS I 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.
SAFETY » SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION 1. Vehicular gate systems provide convenience and security. Gate systems are comprised of many component parts. The gate operator is only one component. Each gate system is specifically designed for an individual application. 8. Controls intended for user activation must be located at least 6 feet (1.8 m) away from any moving part of the gate and where the user is prevented from reaching over, under, around or through the gate to operate the controls.
SAFETY » GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION Vehicular gates should be installed in accordance with ASTM F2200: Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate Construction. For a copy, contact ASTM directly at 610-832-9585 or www.astm.org. 1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1.1 Gates shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions given for the appropriate gate type listed, refer to ASTM F2200 for additional gate types. 1.
SAFETY » REQUIRED SAFETY PROTECTION DEVICES To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate: • Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.
SAFETY » IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLATION To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate: • Pinch points must be guarded at all times. Install enclosed-style gate tracks and roller guards. • Place screen mesh 4 feet (1.2 m) high on the gate to prevent access through openings anywhere the gate may travel. • Mount controls at least 6 feet (1.8 m) from the gate or ANY moving part of the gate. • Install Warning signs on EACH side of gate in PLAIN VIEW.
SAFETY » IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ADDITIONAL FEATURES To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate: • Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.
INTRODUCTION » OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS + CARTON INVENTORY + HARDWARE INVENTORY OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS This model is intended for use in vehicular slide gate applications: Gate Classifications: CLASS I & II Main Supply (Motor): 12 Vdc Accessory Power: 12 V nominal Class II battery voltage source is limited to: • Solar or AC Cable up to 50 feet - 500 mA SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW 20-3/8" 20-3/8" • AC Cable 50 feet up to 250 feet - 250 mA • AC Cable 250 feet up to 1000 feet - 100 mA 5-4/5" NOTE: Increas
INSTALLATION » SITE PREPARATION + TYPES OF INSTALLATIONS SITE PREPARATION BEFORE installing the operator, be sure to check the following: • Gate is constructed and installed according to ASTM F2200 standards • Gate fits specifications of operator • National and local building codes • Earth ground rod • UL approved conduit for low and high voltage • Mounting considerations post or pad • Operator placement y ert rop P ide ts Ou ty afe e Soop d i ns L SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: • Warning signs • Entrapmen
INSTALLATION » DETERMINE LOCATION FOR CONCRETE PAD AND OPERATOR + CONCRETE PAD AND OPERATOR ATTACHMENT DETERMINE LOCATION FOR CONCRETE PAD AND OPERATOR 1 STANDARD INSTALLATION The gate operator should be installed near the front roller of the gate or near the back of the gate (in the OPEN position). The space between the gate and the output sprocket must be a minimum of 4 inches. 4"(10 cm) 2 Lay out the concrete pad.
INSTALLATION » ATTACH THE GATE BRACKETS AND CHAIN STANDARD INSTALLATION DO NOT run the operator until instructed. Open the gate and line up the front bracket so the chain will be level with the idler pulley and parallel to the ground. Weld the front bracket in this position. 1 2 3 4 2 1 Close the gate and line up the rear bracket so the chain will be level with the idler pulley and parallel to the ground. Weld the rear bracket in this position. Route the chain through the operator.
WIRING » POWER WIRING POWER WIRING This operator can be powered by the internal receptacle, an external receptacle or a solar panel (not provided). INTERNAL RECEPTACLE 4 120 VAC POWER WIRE (STRANDED COPPER WIRE) Wire Gauge 16 - 100 feet (30 m) Wire Gauge 10 - 1000 feet (305 m) 1 NOTE: All power wiring should be on a dedicated circuit, calculated using NEC guidelines. National and local electrical codes must be reviewed for suitability of wire installation. Remove the access panel.
WIRING » POWER WIRING + CONNECT BATTERIES POWER WIRING 3 SOLAR PANEL (NOT PROVIDED. SEE ACCESSORIES.) The solar panel(s) must be located in an open area clear of obstructions and shading for the entire day. The gate operator is not supported in northern climates where temperatures reach below -4˚F. This is due to cold weather and a reduced number of hours of sunlight during the winter months. Cycle rate may vary from solar chart for areas that reach below 32˚F.
WIRING » PRIMARY / SECONDARY OPERATORS PRIMARY/SECONDARY OPERATORS NOTE: Use the Dual Gate Wiring Kit. Refer to the accessory page for more information. Before digging, contact local underground utility locating companies. Choose one operator to be the primary and the other operator to be the secondary. The control board in the secondary operator is not used. PRIMARY OPERATOR 7 GATE 1 BR GR WH YL BL RD ACCESSORY POWER 1 Trench across driveway to bury the extension cable.
ADJUSTMENT » LEARN LIMITS To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: • Without a properly installed safety reversal system, persons (particularly small children) could be SERIOUSLY INJURED or KILLED by a moving gate. • Too much force on gate will interfere with proper operation of safety reversal system. • NEVER increase force beyond minimum amount required to close gate. • NEVER use force adjustments to compensate for a binding or sticking gate.
ADJUSTMENT » LEARN LIMITS SINGLE GATE LEFT-HAND SIDE 1 Close the gate. 2 Press and release the LEARN LIMITS button. The SET OPEN LIMIT LED will blink. 1 PROGRAM OPEN Press and hold the GATE 1 right button to move the gate to the desired OPEN position. When the gate is in the desired position, release the button. NOTE: The GATE 1 right and left buttons can be used to jog the gate back and forth as needed.
ADJUSTMENT » LEARN LIMITS SINGLE GATE RIGHT-HAND SIDE 1 Close the gate. 2 Press and release the LEARN LIMITS button. The SET OPEN LIMIT LED will blink. 1 PROGRAM OPEN Press and hold the GATE 1 left button to move the gate to the desired OPEN position. When the gate is in the desired position, release the button. NOTE: The GATE 1 right and left buttons can be used to jog the gate back and forth as needed.
ADJUSTMENT » LEARN LIMITS 1 DUAL GATE (RIGHT-SIDE PRIMARY OPERATOR) PROGRAM OPEN Press and hold the GATE 1 left button to move the right operator to the desired OPEN position. When the gate is in the desired position, release the button. NOTE: The GATE 1 right and left buttons can be used to jog the gate back and forth as needed. 3 3 and hold the GATE 2 left button to move the left operator to the desired 4 Press OPEN position. When the gate is in the desired position, release the button.
ADJUSTMENT » FORCE ADJUSTMENT + TEST FORCE ADJUSTMENT The operator is equipped with an obstruction sensing feature. If the gate encounters an obstruction the operator will automatically reverse direction for a short time and stop. Based on the length and weight of the gate it may be necessary to make force adjustments. The force adjustment should be high enough that the gate will not reverse by itself and not cause nuisance interruptions but low enough to prevent serious injury to a person.
PROGRAMMING » REMOTE CONTROLS + KEYLESS ENTRY + ERASE ALL CODES + ALTERNATE RADIO RECEIVER INSTALLATION A combined total of 50 remote controls and keyless entry PINs can be programmed to the operator. For highest level of security, we recommend the Security✚® line of products. Refer to Accessories. TO ADD OR REPROGRAM A REMOTE CONTROL (NOT PROVIDED) 1 Press and release the LEARN XMITTER button (LED will light). the remote control button. The LED will flash and the alarm output will 2 Press activate twice.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES » TIMER-TO-CLOSE + AUTO OPEN JUMPER + HEATER + PARTY MODE TIMER-TO-CLOSE (TTC) The TIMER-TO-CLOSE feature can be set to automatically close the gate after a specified time period. The TTC is factory set to OFF. If the TTC is set to the OFF position, then the gate will remain open until the operator receives another command from a remote control or the SINGLE BUTTON. TIMER TO CLOSE 1 TO SET THE TIMER-TO-CLOSE Rotate the TIMER-TO-CLOSE dial to the desired setting.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES » ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate: • Entrapment protection devices MUST be installed to protect anyone who may come near a moving gate. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect in BOTH the open and close gate cycles. • Locate entrapment protection devices to protect between moving gate and RIGID objects, such as posts or walls.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE » RESET SWITCH + REMOTE CONTROL + SLEEP MODE RESET SWITCH The reset switch is located on the front of the operator and serves several functions. Toggling the reset switch will stop a moving gate during a normal open/close cycle, like a stop button. The operator does not need to be reset after doing this. PROGRAMMING LIMITS RESET If a mistake is made while programming the limits toggle the reset switch to start over.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE » MAINTENANCE + BATTERY + DRIVE CHAIN MAINTENANCE Disconnect all power to the operator before servicing.
TROUBLESHOOTING » DIAGNOSTIC ERROR CODES CHART The operator is programmed with self-diagnostic capabilities. The diagnostic LED will flash a number of times then pause signifying it has found a potential issue. Consult Diagnostic Error Codes Chart below. CONTINUOUS FLASHES (HEARTBEAT) POWER ON 2 FLASHES STOP NOT CONNECTED Operator is in sleep mode - Normal Operation Stop is not connected. • Party Mode may be activated.
TROUBLESHOOTING » TROUBLESHOOTING CHART OPERATOR DOES NOT RUN. DIAGNOSTIC LED NOT ON. • Power not connected. Make sure the AC/Solar input is connected and that at least one battery is connected with the corresponding fuse intact. • Low or defective battery. Check the battery to make sure that the red wire goes to the positive terminal of the battery and the black wire goes to the negative terminal of the battery. Replace the battery if the open circuit voltage is below 11.5 Vdc. • Bad control board.
TROUBLESHOOTING » TROUBLESHOOTING CHART OPERATOR DOES NOT RESPOND TO COMMAND. GATE STOPS AND REVERSES IMMEDIATELY AFTER IT STARTS MOVING. GATE OPENS BUT DOES NOT CLOSE. • Antenna not connected. Verify the antenna and coaxial cable are properly connected to the control board. • Remote control not programmed. Refer to Programming Remote Control section for steps to program the remote control. • Bad control board. Replace control board. • Obstruction sensed. Check safety devices and gate for obstructions.
ACCESSORIES ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION DEVICES THE PROTECTOR SYSTEM® PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS The photoelectric sensors are designed to detect an obstacle in the path of the electronic beam and stop the operator. Includes mounting brackets. Model 50-220 WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL RECEIVER Access control receiver for up to 450 Security✚® remote controls. Model STAR450-315 HEATER Keeps operator gearbox and batteries at suitable temperature when outside temperature is below 0°F for extended periods of time.
