Swing Gate Automation Guide
Swing Gate Automation Guide
P7-P4.5
INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION ET D’INSTALLATION
INSTALLATIONS-UND GEBRAUCHSANLEITUNG
INSTRUCCIONES DE USO Y DE INSTALACION
ISTRUZIONI D’USO E DI INSTALLAZIONE
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INSTALLER WARNINGS
WARNING! Important safety instructions. Carefully read and comply with - Dispose of packaging materials (plastic, cardboard, polystyrene, etc.) in accord-
all the warnings and instructions that come with the product as incorrect ance with the provisions of the laws in force. Keep nylon bags and polystyrene
installation can cause injury to people and animals and damage to property. out of reach of children.
The warnings and instructions give important information regarding safety,
installation, use and maintenance. Keep hold of instructions so that you can WIRING
attach them to the technical file and keep them handy for future reference. WARNING! For connection to the mains power supply, use: a multicore cable with
a cross-sectional area of at least 5x1.5mm2 or 4x1.5mm2 when dealing with three-
GENERAL SAFETY phase power supplies or 3x1.5mm2 for single-phase supplies (by way of example,
This product has been designed and built solely for the purpose indicated herein. type H05 VV-F cable can be used with a cross-sectional area of 4x1.5mm2). To con-
Uses other than those indicated herein might cause damage to the product and nect auxiliary equipment, use wires with a cross-sectional area of at least 0.5 mm2.
create a hazard. - Only use pushbuttons with a capacity of 10A-250V or more.
- The units making up the machine and its installation must meet the requirements - Wires must be secured with additional fastening near the terminals (for example,
of the following European Directives, where applicable: 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/ using cable clamps) in order to keep live parts well separated from safety extra
EC, 2006/42/EC, 89/106/EC, 99/05/EC and later amendments. For all countries low voltage parts.
outside the EEC, it is advisable to comply with the standards mentioned, in ad- - During installation, the power cable must be stripped to allow the earth wire
dition to any national standards in force, to achieve a good level of safety. to be connected to the relevant terminal, while leaving the live wires as short
- The Manufacturer of this product (hereinafter referred to as the “Firm”) disclaims as possible. The earth wire must be the last to be pulled taut in the event the
all responsibility resulting from improper use or any use other than that for cable’s fastening device comes loose.
which the product has been designed, as indicated herein, as well as for failure WARNING! safety extra low voltage wires must be kept physically separate from
to apply Good Practice in the construction of entry systems (doors, gates, etc.)
and for deformation that could occur during use. low voltage wires.
- Installation must be carried out by qualified personnel (professional installer, Only qualified personnel (professional installer) should be allowed to access
according to EN 12635), in compliance with Good Practice and current code. live parts.
- Before installing the product, make all structural changes required to produce CHECKING THE AUTOMATED SYSTEM AND MAINTENANCE
safety gaps and to provide protection from or isolate all crushing, shearing and Before the automated system is finally put into operation, and during maintenance
dragging hazard areas and danger zones in general in accordance with the work, perform the following checks meticulously:
provisions of standards EN 12604 and 12453 or any local installation standards. - Make sure all components are fastened securely.
Check that the existing structure meets the necessary strength and stability - Check starting and stopping operations in the case of manual control.
requirements. - Check the logic for normal or personalized operation.
- Before commencing installation, check the product for damage. - For sliding gates only: check that the rack and pinion mesh correctly with 2 mm
- The Firm is not responsible for failure to apply Good Practice in the construction of play along the full length of the rack; keep the track the gate slides on clean
and maintenance of the doors, gates, etc. to be motorized, or for deformation and free of debris at all times.
that might occur during use. - For sliding gates and doors only: make sure the gate’s running track is straight
- Make sure the stated temperature range is compatible with the site in which the and horizontal and that the wheels are strong enough to take the weight of the
automated system is due to be installed. gate.
- Do not install this product in an explosive atmosphere: the presence of flammable - For cantilever sliding gates only: make sure there is no dipping or swinging
fumes or gas constitutes a serious safety hazard. during operation.
- Disconnect the electricity supply before performing any work on the system. - For swing gates only: make sure the leaves’ axis of rotation is perfectly vertical.
Also disconnect buffer batteries, if any are connected. -For barriers only: before opening the door, the spring must be decompressed
- Before connecting the power supply, make sure the product’s ratings match the (vertical boom).
mains ratings and that a suitable residual current circuit breaker and overcurrent - Check that all safety devices (photocells, safety edges, etc.) are working properly
protection device have been installed upline from the electrical system. Have and that the anti-crush safety device is set correctly, making sure that the force
the automated system’s mains power supply fitted with a switch or omnipolar
thermal-magnetic circuit breaker with a contact separation that provide full of impact measured at the points provided for by standard EN 12445 is lower
disconnection under overvoltage category III conditions. than the value laid down by standard EN 12453.
- Make sure that upline from the mains power supply there is a residual current - Impact forces can be reduced by using deformable edges.
circuit breaker that trips at no more than 0.03A as well as any other equipment - Make sure that the emergency operation works, where this feature is provided.
required by code. - Check opening and closing operations with the control devices applied.
- Make sure the earth system has been installed correctly: earth all the metal parts - Check that electrical connections and cabling are intact, making extra sure that
belonging to the entry system (doors, gates, etc.) and all parts of the system insulating sheaths and cable glands are undamaged.
featuring an earth terminal. - While performing maintenance, clean the photocells’ optics.
- Installation must be carried out using safety devices and controls that meet - When the automated system is out of service for any length of time, activate the
standards EN 12978 and EN 12453. emergency release (see “EMERGENCY OPERATION” section) so that the operated
- Impact forces can be reduced by using deformable edges. part is made idle, thus allowing the gate to be opened and closed manually.
- In the event impact forces exceed the values laid down by the relevant standards, - If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or their
apply electro-sensitive or pressure-sensitive devices. technical assistance department or other such qualified person to avoid any risk .
- Apply all safety devices (photocells, safety edges, etc.) required to keep the - If “D” type devices are installed (as defined by EN12453), connect in unverified
area free of impact, crushing, dragging and shearing hazards. Bear in mind the mode, foresee mandatory maintenance at least every six months
standards and directives in force, Good Practice criteria, intended use, the instal- - The maintenance described above must be repeated at least once yearly or at
lation environment, the operating logic of the system and forces generated by shorter intervals where site or installation conditions make this necessary.
the automated system. WARNING!
- Apply all signs required by current code to identify hazardous areas (residual Remember that the drive is designed to make the gate/door easier to use and
risks). All installations must be visibly identified in compliance with the provisions will not solve problems as a result of defective or poorly performed installation
of standard EN 13241-1. or lack of maintenance
- Once installation is complete, apply a nameplate featuring the door/gate’s data.
- This product cannot be installed on leaves incorporating doors (unless the motor SCRAPPING
can be activated only when the door is closed). Materials must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations in
- If the automated system is installed at a height of less than 2.5 m or is accessible, force. Do not throw away your discarded equipment or used batteries
the electrical and mechanical parts must be suitably protected. with household waste. You are responsible for taking all your waste
- For roller shutter automation only electrical and electronic equipment to a suitable recycling centre.
1) The motor’s moving parts must be installed at a height greater than 2.5 m DISMANTLING
above the floor or other surface from which they may be reached. If the automated system is being dismantled in order to be reassembled at another
2) The gearmotor must be installed in a segregated and suitably protected space site, you are required to:
so that it cannot be reached without the aid of tools. - Cut off the power and disconnect the whole electrical system.
- Install any fixed controls in a position where they will not cause a hazard, away
from moving parts. More specifically, hold-to-run controls must be positioned - Remove the actuator from the base it is mounted on.
within direct sight of the part being controlled and, unless they are key operated, - Remove all the installation’s components.
must be installed at a height of at least 1.5 m and in a place where they cannot - See to the replacement of any components that cannot be removed or happen
be reached by the public. to be damaged.
- Apply at least one warning light (flashing light) in a visible position, and also
attach a Warning sign to the structure. DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY CAN BE FOUND AT http://www.bft-
- Attach a label near the operating device, in a permanent fashion, with informa- automation.com/CE
tion on how to operate the automated system’s manual release. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND ASSEMBLY CAN BE FOUND IN THE DOWN-
- Make sure that, during operation, mechanical risks are avoided or relevant
protective measures taken and, more specifically, that nothing can be banged, LOAD SECTION.
crushed, caught or cut between the part being operated and surrounding parts.
- Once installation is complete, make sure the motor automation settings are
correct and that the safety and release systems are working properly. Anything that is not explicitly provided for in the installation ma-
- Only use original spare parts for any maintenance or repair work. The Firm dis- nual is not allowed. The operator’s proper operation can only be
claims all responsibility for the correct operation and safety of the automated guaranteed if the information given is complied with. The Firm shall
system if parts from other manufacturers are used.
- Do not make any modifications to the automated system’s components unless not be answerable for damage caused by failure to comply with the
explicitly authorized by the Firm. instructions featured herein.
- Instruct the system’s user on what residual risks may be encountered, on the While we will not alter the product’s essential features, the Firm reserves
control systems that have been applied and on how to open the system manu- the right, at any time, to make those changes deemed opportune to
ally in an emergency. give the user guide to the end user. improve the product from a technical, design or commercial point of
view, and will not be required to update this publication accordingly.
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- Keep out of range of the motorized door or gate
while they are moving.
- Keep remote controls or other control devices out
of reach of children in order to avoid the automated
system being operated inadvertently.
- The manual release’s activation could result in un-
controlled door movements if there are mechanical
faults or loss of balance.
- When using roller shutter openers: keep an eye
on the roller shutter while it is moving and keep
people away until it has closed completely. Exercise
care when activating the release, if such a device
is fitted, as an open shutter could drop quickly in
the event of wear or breakage.
- The breakage or wear of any mechanical parts of
the door (operated part), such as cables, springs,
supports, hinges, guides…, may generate a hazard.
Have the system checked by qualified, expert per-
sonnel (professional installer) at regular intervals
according to the instructions issued by the installer
or manufacturer of the door.
- When cleaning the outside, always cut off mains
USER WARNINGS (GB) power.
- Keep the photocells’ optics and illuminating in-
WARNING! Important safety instructions. Ca- dicator devices clean. Check that no branches or
refully read and comply with the Warnings and shrubs interfere with the safety devices.
Instructions that come with the product as impro- - Do not use the automated system if it is in need of
per use can cause injury to people and animals repair. In the event the automated system breaks
and damage to property. Keep the instructions down or malfunctions, cut off mains power to the
for future reference and hand them on to any system; do not attempt to repair or perform any
new users. other work to rectify the fault yourself and instead
This product is meant to be used only for the call in qualified, expert personnel (professional
purpose for which it was explicitly installed. installer) to perform the necessary repairs or main-
Any other use constitutes improper use and, tenance. To allow access, activate the emergency
consequently, is hazardous. The manufacturer release (where fitted).
cannot be held liable for any damage as a result - If any part of the automated system requires direct
of improper, incorrect or unreasonable use. work of any kind that is not contemplated herein,
GENERAL SAFETY employ the services of qualified, expert personnel
Thank you for choosing this product. The Firm is (professional installer).
confident that its performance will meet your ope- - At least once a year, have the automated system, and
rating needs. especially all safety devices, checked by qualified,
This product meets recognized technical standards expert personnel (professional installer) to make
and complies with safety provisions when installed sure that it is undamaged and working properly.
correctly by qualified, expert personnel (professional - A record must be made of any installation, main-
installer). tenance and repair work and the relevant docu-
If installed and used correctly, the automated system mentation kept and made available to the user on
will meet operating safety standards. Nonetheless, request.
it is advisable to observe certain rules of behaviour - Failure to comply with the above may result in
so that accidental problems can be avoided: hazardous situations.
- Keep adults, children and property out of range of SCRAPPING
the automated system, especially while it is moving. Materials must be disposed of in accordance
- Do not allow children to play or stand within range with the regulations in force. Do not throw
of the automated system. away your discarded equipment or used bat-
- The unit can be used by children over 8 years old teries with household waste. You are respon-
and by people with reduced physical, sensory or sible for taking all your waste electrical and
mental capabilities or with no experience or neces- electronic equipment to a suitable recycling
sary knowledge on condition they are supervised centre.
or trained about the safe use of the equipment
and understand the risks involved. Children must Anything that is not explicitly provided for in the
not play with the unit. Cleaning and maintenance user guide is not allowed. The operator’s proper
must not be performed by unsupervised children.
- Children must be supervised to ensure they do not Fig. 1
play with the device. Do not allow children to play
with the fixed controls. Keep remote controls out
of reach of children.
- Do not work near hinges or moving mechanical
parts. N
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FRANÇAIS
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10 390 (Cu) 10
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DEUTSCH
Ct = Corsa totale Cu = Corsa utile Cr = Corsa rallentamento 20 (Cr)
Total stroke Working stroke Slow-down stroke
Course totale Course utile Course de ralentissement
Totalhub Nutzhub Verlangsamungsstrecke
Carrera total Carrera útil Carrera de deceleraciûn
Curso total Curso útil Curso desaceleração
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a (mm)
120 135 150 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285
b (mm)
ESPAÑOL
210 103 95 90
225 106 95 89
240 95 89
PORTUGUÊS
255 95 88
270 88
285 a
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INSTALLATION MANUAL ENGLISH
2) GENERAL OUTLINE opening degrees which are to be obtained. The table highlights the optimum
A compact sturdy hydraulic piston, available in various versions according to “a” and “b” values for an opening of a°=90° at constant speed; in this condition,
the user’s requirements and type of operation. All models are supplied without the sum of the “a” and “b” values is equal to the value of the working stroke “Cu”
locks (reversible), and an electric lock is required to keep them blocked. To make (fig.2).
the manual manoeuvre easier, the lock can be released by means of a knob If the “a” and “b” values used are too different, the leaf movement is not
which can be reached using the appropriate key. constant, and the towing-pushing force and movement speed may vary during
The pushing force is adjusted with extreme precision by means of two bypass manoeuvring. Maximum “a” and “b” values develop maximum piston force.
valves which provide antisquash safety. The end-of-stroke operation is Warning! All versions are provided with a ball joint which allows the rod to
electronically set in the control panel by means of a timer. be lengthened or shortened by approximately 5 mm, but only if it was fixed
All models are available with slow-down function during the closing phase. using the dimensions shown in fig. 8 before installation; after installation, this
adjustment allows the rod stroke to be corrected. Fig.9 illustrates the oscillation
3) MAIN AUTOMATION PARTS (Fig.1) that the controllers may show with respect to their horizontal axis. During
M) 2-pole single-phase motor, protected by thermal circuit-breaker. installation, scrupulously follow all the phases described below, taking care to
N) Hydraulic lobe pump. protect the actuator’s chromium-plated rod at all times, in order to prevent it
O) Distributor with adjustment valves. from being damaged by impact or any welding slag.
P) Cylinder with piston. 1) Identify “a - b - a° ” in the table in fig.3.
CS) Rod cover. 2) Fix bracket “P” (fig.10) to the pillar.
S) Tank. 3) Fit the piston in bracket “P”.
SB) Release. 4) Slacken the slow-down screw (fig.21) using the 3mm Allen wrench provided.
T) Head with slow-down adjustment valve. 5) Pull the rod out completely after activating the emergency release (fig.18).
U) Base with articulated joint. 6) Push the rod back in manually by a maximum of 10 mm and tighten the
Components supplied: Attachments for pillars and gate - personalised emergency release (fig.18).
release key - drive capacitor - instruction manual. 7) Fit fork “F” (fig.8) to the rod.
8) Fully close the gate leaf against the centre stop plate.
4) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9) Keeping the piston level, mark the position for attaching fork (fig.10 ref. “F”)
Mod. P7 - Mod. P4.5 to the leaf.
Power supply ........................................................................................220-230V 50/60Hz(*) 10) Remove fork “F” from the rod and move the piston sideways.
Motor ...........................................................................................................................2800min-1 11) Fix fork (fig.10 ref. “F”) to the leaf by means of screws or welding.
Absorbed power ............................................................................................................... 250W 12) Reconnect the rod to fork “F” and supply the actuator with power to adjust
Capacitor .................................................................................................................................. 8μF the slow-down function.
Absorbed current .................................................................................................................1.1A 13) Activate the gate to open.
Max. pressure ........................................................................ 5MPa (50bar) - 4MPa (40bar) 14) Completely close the slow-down screw by turning it towards the “+”sign
Pump capacity .......................................................................................... 0.6l/min - 0.9l/min (fig.21) and activate the leaf closing operation. The leaf should stop before
Pushing force ................................................................................................... 8000N - 6500N arriving at the closing position.
Towing force ..................................................................................................... 6500N - 5200N 15) Slacken the adjustment screw towards the “-” sign until obtaining a slow-
Opening time (working stroke) ............................................................................. 45s - 30s down speed which avoids unpleasant slamming noise. Keep in mind
Closing time (working stroke) ........................... 42s+slow-down - s 28s+slow-down that slowing down can only be obtained during closing, precisely for the
Type of lock ............................................................................................................ Electric lock last 30mm of rod stroke, 10mm of which account for safety extrastroke;
Max leaf length .......................................................................................................... 7m - 4.5m therefore, slowing down takes place during the last 20mm of working stroke.
Max. leaf weight ........................................................................................... 5000N (~500kg)
Working stroke .............................................................................................................. 390mm 5.4) Suggestions for particular installations
Slow-down stroke ........................................................................................................... 20mm Fig.5 A recess must be made to house the controller when the leaf is completely
Mechanical slow-down ......................................................................................... On closing open; the recess measurements are shown in fig. 5.
Manoeuvres in 24 hours ..................................................................................................... 500 Fig.7 When the ”b” dimension is greater than the values shown in the installation
Impact reaction ............................................................................................ Hydraulic clutch tables, it is necessary to move the leaf hinge-pivot or make a recess in the pillar,
Manual manoeuvre .............................................................................................. Release key as in fig.6.
Thermal protection .......................................................................................................... 160°C
Environmental conditions .......................................................................... -10°C ÷ / +60°C 5.5) Anchoring of attachments to the pillar
Degree of protection ...........................................................................................................IP55 Weld or fix the bracket base supplied to the pillar, check the “a” and “b”
Controller weight ......................................................................................122.5N (~12.25kg) measurements and then weld plate “P” to the said base. (fig.10).
Dimensions .................................................................................................................... See fig.2 • If the pillar is made of masonry, plate “P” must be welded to the metal base
Oil ...................................................................................................................... Idrolux (3 litres) “PF” and deeply anchored by means of suitable hooks “Z” which are to be
Sound pressure.......................................................................................................LpA<70dbA welded on the back of the said base (fig. 11a).
(*) (Special voltage on request). • If the pillar is made of stone, plate “P” is welded to the metal base “PF” and
can be fixed by means of four metal screw anchors “T” (fig.11b); if the gate is
5) ACTUATOR INSTALLATION large, it is advisable to weld plate “P” to an angle-shaped base (fig.11c).
5.1) Preliminary checks
Check that: 5.6) Anchoring of attachments to the leaf
• The gate structure is sufficiently sturdy. Also make sure that the actuator Weld or fix fork “F” to the leaf at distance between centres “C” shown in fig. 4,
pushes against the leaf reinforced section. making sure that the actuator is perfectly level (level “L”, fig.10) with respect to
• The leaves move manually and without effort all along their stroke. the gate movement plane.
• The door stop plates are fitted at the end of both closing and • If the gate is made of metal, the fork can be welded (fig.12a) or fixed using
opening strokes. appropriate screws (fig.12c).
• If the gate has not been recently installed, check the wear condition of • If the gate is made of wood, the fork can be fixed using appropriate screws
all components. Repair or replace faulty or worn parts. (fig.12b).
The automation reliability and safety are directly influenced by the state
of the gate structure. 6) Ground leaf stop plates
For the actuator to operate correctly, stop plates “FA” must be used during
5.2) Installation dimensions both opening and closing manoeuvres, as shown in fig.13. The leaf stop plates
The installation dimensions can be worked out from the table concerning must prevent the actuator rod from going to the end-of- stroke position. Fig.
the respective model (fig. 3) and with reference to the diagram in fig.4. 14 specifies the dimensions needed to check the correct actuator installation
The diagram in fig. 4 uses the following conventional references: both for pushing and towing. The plates must be positioned in such a way as to
P Rear bracket fixed to pillar. maintain a rod stroke margin of approximately 10mm; this is to avoid possible
F Leaf fixing front fork. operation anomalies (suchas a lock-up).
a-b Dimensions used to determine the fixing point for bracket “P”.
C Value of fixing distance between centres. 7) ELECTRIC LOCK FITTING
D Leaf length. This is needed on all models, as no hydraulic lock is provided either for opening
x Distance from the leaf axis to the pillar edge. or closing manoeuvres. The EBP model electric lock (fig.15) consists of a
Z Value always greater than 50 mm (b - x). continuous service electromagnet being anchored to the ground. This device
kg Max leaf weight (see Technical specifications). remains energised throughout the actuator operation time, and allows the
a° Leaf opening angle. catch to stay lifted when it reaches the closing position, without opposing any
resistance; the catch will drop into position when the gate has completed the
5.3) How to interpret the installation measurements (Fig.3) closing cycle. The electric lock can also be used to keep the block of the gate in
The “a” and “b” values can be chosen from the table (fig. 3) depending on the a° case of actuator malfunction or current failure.
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