Wiring control panel apritech mach2 230v

[brian]

Note that the mechanical stops for the fully open position must be located so that the gate is not permitted to open more than the maximum opening angle suggested for your particular installation geometry (distance of the operator fixed pivot point from the axis of the hinges) which is usually 90 to 120 degrees. If you go too far, then when closing starts the operator will not be able to create enough torque to get the leaf moving. It is also suggested that you use stops with rubber pads. As for the mechanical stops for the fully open position, if your gate has 2 leaves then it should be positioned on the floor, where the closed leaves meet (and be able to stop both leaves). It should also be short enough that it doesn't damage the underside of a vehicle.

In regards with the gate opening "by itself": If automatic closing is not enabled (DIP #1 => OFF to disable it) then logic dictates that the control board, somehow (via remote or button), received a movement command (or, but not that very common, that the board is damaged).



It is hard to say what may be the cause without more info. Does the gate always close by itself after a certain pause time of no more than a few minutes? (this would indicate automatic closing is enabled). Does it also inadvertently open? (this may indicate accidental commanding via remote or button). Are the remotes using fixed code or not? (if using fixed code, and especially if the code programmed isn't random enough, the receiver may easily be fooled by other emissions). Does it persist if you disconnect the button wires? Does it persist if you erase the receiver memory? Is there some pattern in this behavior?

I am after putting in the mechanical stops today, taking into consideration your notes on installing the stops, it will be a day or two before the concrete sets.
The gates closed 2 or 3 times by themselves after a couple of hours, did not open themselves.
I programmed the remotes using the control panel, don't know if fixed code??
I will disconnect the button wires on the internal intercom and see if it happens.
How do I erase receiver memory?
Do I need to erase opening/closing programme to re-programme?
I will re-programme when mechanical stops are set and dis-connect button wires and see does it close by itself? I will also check the dip-switch settings.
The board should be fine as I did nothing to damage it, I hope!!
Just wanted to ask aswell, I want to put a small light on pier at either side of the gates, so when gate opens the lights come on. It says that there are connection on the panel for a light. What amperage/wattage should I use?
Thanks,
Brian