Apollo 7300ETL Installation manual

Apollo 7300ETL is a residential and heavy-duty commercial slide gate operator designed to handle gates up to 30 feet in length. It features a 12-volt DC motor, a battery backup system for up to 200 operations during power outages, and adjustable current sensing for safety. The Apollo 7300ETL also includes magnetic chain limits for precise gate positioning, a quick-release mechanism for manual gate operation, and various safety features such as caution signs and automatic reversal on contact with obstacles.

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APOLLO

Gate Operators, Inc.

Residential & Heavy Duty Commercial Slide Gate Operator

Now with new current sense adjustment procedure - see page 13

INSTALLATION MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 3

Applications .................................................................................................... 4

Pre-Installation Checklist ................................................................................ 5

Parts Identification .......................................................................................... 6

Pad Installation ................................................................................................ 7

Operator Installation ........................................................................................ 8

Chain Bracket Installation ............................................................................... 9

Chain & Chain Bolt Installation ....................................................................... 10

Chain Magnets Installation .............................................................................. 11

Quick Release Operation .................................................................................. 12

Current Sense Adjustment …………………………………………………………. 13

Control Board Connections ............................................................................. 14-18

Siren Connection ……………………………………………………………………. 19

Radio Receiver Options ……………………………………………………………. 20

Warranty ........................................................................................................... 21

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury or death:

• READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

• Installation should be performed by a professional installer.

• Required welding should be performed by a qualified welder.

• Should electricity be required, use a certified electrician only.

• Any device that requires 120 Volts AC should be U.L. approved.

• Review with the owner all safety concerns including:

⇒

Do not operate the gate unless area around gate is in full view.

Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away from children.

Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS

THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.

⇒

Periodically test the obstruction sensitivity to assure safe and proper operation. Do not test sensitivity by standing between the gate and the hinge or

stop post.

Do not allow children to play with the gate controls.

⇒

The “CAUTION AUTOMATIC GATE” signs should be clearly visible from both sides of the gate.

Always insure that the gate has closed securely before leaving area.

Arrange with local fire and law enforcement for emergency access.

• Use the emergency release only when the gate is not moving.

• Use safety devices such as loop detectors, edge switches, and beam detectors whenever possible.

• Install control devices such as keypads far enough away (5 feet or further) from any moving parts of the operator and gate to prevent possible injury.

• Do not install control box where the gate can come in contact with person using the push button on side of control box.

• Always disconnect the battery or power source when making adjustments or repairs to any part of the gate or operator.

• All rollers should be covered to prevent injury.

• KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the owner’s manual. Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate hardware.

• The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate entrance.

Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an object activates the non contact sensors. After adjusting the force or limit of travel, retest the gate operator. Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk of injury or death.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

APPLICATIONS

The Apollo Model 7300ETL Slide Gate Operator is designed to handle a slide gate up to 30 feet in total length (25 foot gate with 4 foot tail). A professional fence or gate dealer is recommended to assure proper installation. Apollo Gate

Operators are available only through qualified dealers with an outstanding reputation in the fence and gate industry. These dealers will be able to recommend the proper equipment for particular applications. Apollo Gate Operators are 12 Volt

DC (Direct Current) powered. A 12 Volt marine type battery is recommended. There are several advantages with 12 Volt DC systems:

• Low voltage virtually eliminates risk of electrical shock.

• Battery powered operators provide up to 200 operations in the event of power outages.

• The battery may be recharged with a trickle charger or by solar energy

(eliminating the need for costly trenching to remote entrances).

If a trickle charger is used and a standard electrical outlet is not readily available, a licensed electrician will be required for proper electrical hook up.

The following table should be used as a guide for capacity of operation of operators only, additional options may reduce the the daily usage. Please note that the charge

capability of solar panels will vary with different geographical locations. All solar panels and battery chargers are designed for use with a 12 volt marine type battery.

Model #

201 5 watt solar panel

210 10 watt solar panel

MSX40 40 watt solar panel (requires 5310 regulator)

404 1.5 amp battery charger

405 10 amp battery charger

Daily Usage ---> 1-10 1-20 1-40 1-60 1-80 80+

MSX20 20 watt solar panel (requires 5310 regulator)

MSX30 30 watt solar panel (requires 5310 regulator)

PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

The following checklist should be used before beginning installation:

•

Verify that the proper operator has been selected for this application.

Verify proper installation and operation of the gate.

•

1. Are all rollers covered with a protective housing?

2. Are the rollers servicable?

3. Does the gate roll free and level?

4. Will the gate require a locking device?

5. Are the main posts sturdy enough to handle the gate & operator?

Determine the general location of the operator, chian brackets, and solar panel (if used).

1. Is there a suitable location for the operator?

2.Can the solar panel (if used) be mounted in an unobstructed area facing

south?

3. Will additional solar panel cable be required?

4. Is electricity available (if required)?

Consider safety and access options. Recommend if needed.

1. Will there be chidren or animals in the area?

2. Are safety loops, edge switches, or photo beam detectors required?

3. How can the gate be opened in emergencies?

4. How will visitors enter and exit?

5. Will vehicles (and trailers) have sufficient room off roadway to operate any

control devices such as keypads?

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Chain Brackets (2)

Operator 5/16 Washers, Lock

Nuts, & Nuts (8 each)

Chain Bolts with hardware (2 each)

Magnetic Chain Limits with hardware (2 each)

Master Chain Links (2 each)

Tie Wraps (4 each)

5/16 U Bolts (4 each)

#40 Roller Chain (30 feet)

5 Watt Solar Panel & Bracket (optional)

1.5 Amp Automatic Battery Charger (optional)

CAUTION Signs (2 each)

Driveway

PAD INSTALLATION

Direction of Opening

12”

5”

24”

Fig. A

Fig. B

Conduit requirements should be considered in the planning stage. If electrical power is required, a separate conduit should be installed for electrical only. A certified electrician should be consulted for the proper conduit material (Figure C & D).

5”

14”

AREA FOR CONDUIT

ENTRY

3”

Fig. C Fig. D

OPERATOR INSTALLATION

Four 1/2” anchor bolts (not supplied) are recommended to mount the chassis. The holes should be drilled with a 1/2” concrete drill bit.

STEP 1. Set the operator on the pad as shown. Align the sprockets 3 to 5 inches from the inside

surface of the gate.

STEP 2. Mark the four mounting holes on the pad.

STEP 3. Remove the operator and drill the holes according to the anchor bolt manufacturers in-

structions.

STEP 4. Replace the operator and fasten to the pad.

3”-5”

Chain path

(Make sure the chain path clears all posts and obstacles).

Mounting Holes

(4)

TOP VIEW

CHAIN BRACKET INSTALLATION

STEP 1. Assemble chain bracket with 5/16” U-bolt & hardware to each end of the gate as shown.

Do not tighten at this time.

STEP 2. Align the left chain bracket slot with the top teeth of the idler sprocket.

TIP: If welding equipment is

available, tack weld the chain bracket to the gate on each end to prevent slippage.

Idler Sprocket

Main Sprocket

STEP 3. Align the right chain bracket slot with the bottom teeth of the main sprocket.

STEP 4. Tighten all hardware.

CHAIN & CHAIN BOLT INSTALLATION

STEP 1. Connect chain bolt to the chain bracket as per Figure A & B on both ends of the gate.

Fig A

Fig B

STEP 2. Attach the chain to the chain bolt using the master chain link.

Note: A chain breaking tool may

be required to reduce the chain to the proper length.

CHAIN MAGNETS INSTALLATION

1. Align each magnet with the corresponding switch on the operator.

2. Connect the battery and adjust the magnets for proper open & close limits.

WARNING : Always disconnect battery prior to relocating the magnet.

Limit Switch

Magnet

TIP: If the gate automatically

opens after the close timer expires, reverse the red & black motor wires and reverse the orange & white limit wires.

QUICK RELEASE OPERATION

Engaged

Engaged

Pull & turn 1/2 inch to disengage

STEP 7 Programming Current Sensing

The 835/836 circuit boards incorporate a safety feature that will put the operator into a hard shutdown mode if the circuit board detects a current sense two consecutive times during a cycle. This hard shutdown condition can only be reset by shorting the FIREBOX or UL connectors on the left side of the circuit board to ground. If a firebox is used in the installation, The firebox door should be opened and closed to reset the circuit board.

The following instructions must be followed at installation for proper safety assurance.

All limits should be set before beginning this procedure.

This new procedure applies to revision 31 or higher firmware.

1. Press and hold the LED ENABLE button for five seconds. The STOP LED will blink

indicating that the board is in learn mode.

3. Cycle gate for 3 full cycles. The STOP LED will stop blinking indicating that the board

is now ready for normal operation

4. Test the auto reverse sensitivity to ensure maximum safety protection. The current

sensitivity adjustment pot may be adjusted to decrease or increase sensitivity.

COUNTER CLOCKWISE

More sensitivity

Gate is easy to current sense

CLOCKWISE

Less sensitivity

Gate is harder to current sense

8. Refer to the 835/836 Operator Control Board Manual to set other options such as

program switch options and close timer adjustments.

Installation is now complete.

Note: Program switch #9 is no longer functional.

835/836 Control Board Parts Identification

GateLink Connector

Program Switches

Timer To Close -

Dual Gate Delay -

Current Sensitivity -

Adjustments

Microprocessor

Remote Monitor Outputs

Optional Device Inputs

LED Enable and Learn

Mode Push Button

Stop Circuit Jumper

Control Board Reset

Fire & UL Inputs

Optional Device Input

Emergency Bypass

Actuator Connector

(Slave)

Reverse Battery Polarity

Indicators

Actuator Connector

(Master)

Actuator Connector

Board Actuator

Cable

Pin 1 Orange

Pin 2 White

Pin 3 Black

Pin 4 Red

Pin 5 Green

Pin 6 Yellow

Pin 7 Black

Pin 8 Red

Function

Open Limit

Close Limit

Motor (positive on open, negative on close)

Motor (negative on open, positive on close)

Common for both limit switches

Feedback from intelligent actuator (816E/816EX)

Battery Negative

Battery Positive

EMERGENCY BYPASS

Applies battery voltage directly to motor to open gate if control board fails. User must unplug before gate opens to maximum travel or 15 amp fuse will open. Fuse should be checked before returning gate to service.

Remote Outputs

12V

SLV

Supplied battery voltage

Slave Operator Indicator (indicates slave side of gate is closed)

+12V when on closed limit. Ground when off of closed limit.

MAS Master Operator Indicator (indicates master side of gate is closed)

+12V when on closed limit. Ground when off of closed limit.

GND Battery supplied ground

SIREN Connect to siren + (optional)

+12V when gate(s) are running, or in hard shutdown

GND Battery supplied ground

LOCK Connect to lock + (optional) Magnetic or Solenoid type locks (Dip Switch #6 Selectable)

GateLink

Connector

Connects control board to a computer using

GateLink

software. This software can monitor and diagnose the functions of the microprocessor. Ask your salesperson about this feature.

Adjustments

TIMER TO CLOSE Adjusts time before gate automatically closes 1-60 seconds.

DUAL GATE DELAY Adjusts delay between master and slave operation 0-4

(836 only) seconds. (for use with magnetic and mechanical locks. or stop tabs)

CURRENT SENSITIVITY Increases or decreases the Auto Reverse sensitivity.

Push Buttons

LED ENABLE When depressed, activates LEDs for 15 minutes to assist in installa tion and troubleshooting. Holding the button down for five seconds will put the board in learn mode.

RESET Resets the microprocessor. Returns processor to last known state.

Jumpers

STOP CIRCUIT JUMPER

When the STOP CIRCUIT JUMPER

is connected, the gate will operate normally.

STOP CIRCUIT JUMPER

When a 3-button station is connected to the board, the STOP CIRCUIT JUMPER must be removed.

Program Switches

Setting shown are for

416E, 416EX, 7XXX operators and 3500 operators.

OFF ON

1 TIMER TO CLOSE

2 TIMER TO CLOSE OPT.

3 SLAVE DISABLE

4 SIREN DELAY

Gate does not automatically close.

Gate automatically closes from any position after opening.

Enables slave side (dual gate use).

Siren (optional) active when gate is moving.

5 ‘STOP’ CIRCUIT ENABLE Must hold down open or close buttons to move gate. Gate stops when button released.

Gate automatically closes.

Gate automatically closes only when completely open (open limit engaged).

Disables slave side. (single gate use)

Siren (optional) starts 5 seconds before gate moves.

Normal operation

Momentary open or close input runs gate to limit.

6 LOCK TYPE

7 COAST ENABLE

8 FREE EXIT OPT.

9 NOT USED

10 SMART ACT.

For 12V mechanical (solenoid) locks. For 12V magnetic locks.

(+12V for 4 seconds on open cycle) (+12V when on close limit)

Gate will brake when at Open or

Close limit

Gate will coast (minimally) when it reaches limits.

A free exit input will open gate from A free exit input will open gate from any closed position or after a close cycle position after an open or close cycle. only.

Off for 416E & 416EX actuators, slide gates, 3500 or when slow down feature is not desired.

Used for 816E & 816EX actuators only

(soft start & stop).