Chamberlain LIFTMASTER PROFESSIONAL SW470 manual

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    C O N TRO LLER BO ARD GL MODELS SW470 AND SW490 ARE FOR VEHICULAR PASSAGE GATES ONLY AND NOT INTENDED FOR PEDESTRIAN PASSAGE GATE USE. MODEL SW4 70 MEDIUM DUT Y SWING GA TE OPERA TOR Serial # _______________________ (located on electrical box cover) Installation Date _________________ 2 YEAR WARRANTY MODEL SW490 HEA V Y DUT Y SWING GA TE OPERA TOR [...]

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    2 2 OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS Carton Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Operator Dimensions and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 UL325 Model Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 OPERATOR WARNINGS Suggested Safety Protection Device Locations[...]

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    3 3 OPERATOR DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS MODEL SW470 • 1/2 HP Motor Maximum Gate Weight – 500 lbs. (226.8 kg) Maximum Gate Width – 12 ft. (3.7 m) MODEL SW490 • 1/2 HP Motor Maximum Gate Weight – 750 lbs. (340.2 kg) Maximum Gate Width – 16 ft. (4.9 m) • 3/4 HP Motor Maximum Gate Weight – 900 lbs. (408.2 kg) Maximum Gate Width – 1[...]

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    4 4 The SW470 and SW490 are intended for use with vehicular swing gates. The opener can be used in Class I, Class II, Class III and Class IV applications. SAFETY ACCESSORY SELECTION All UL325 compliant LiftMaster gate operators will accept external entrapment protection devices to protect people from motorized gate systems. UL325 requires that the [...]

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    5 5 * REFER TO LOOP MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR DETAILED INSTALLATION & LOOP WIRING INSTRUCTIONS. DUAL SWING GATE SYSTEM SWING GATE SYSTEM SUGGESTED SAFETY PROTECTION DEVICE LOCATIONS Telephone Entry System STREET Interrupt (Safety) Loop Interrupt (Safety) Loop Shadow Loop Photo eye for close cycle 4' (1.2 m) Typical Photo eye for op[...]

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    6 6 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. 2. Gate operating system designers, installers and users must take into account the possible hazards associated with eac[...]

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    7 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. 1.2 Gates shall be designed, constructed and installed to not fall over more than 45 degrees from the vertical plane, when a gate is detached from the supporting hardware. 1.3 Gates shall have[...]

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    8 8 Moving Gate Can Cause Injury or Death KEEP CLEAR! Gate may move at any time without prior warning. Do not let children operate the gate or play in the gate area. This entrance is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use separate entrance WARNING SIGN PLACEMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SWING AND ORNAMENTAL "GRILL TYPE GATES" To prevent SER[...]

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    9 INSTALLATION POST MOUNTING (SW470) 1. Locate and anchor two posts made of 3 " (7.6 cm) outer diameter heavy walled pipe. Posts should be parallel and square to the gate. IMPORTANT NOTE: The distance between mounting posts and the relative location of the operator to the gate and fence is critical. 2. Locate electrical conduit, as required, p[...]

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    10 c 8" 8" 6" Operator 24" 22-1/2" 9-3/4" Concrete pad 18"x34" min. 1/2" Redhead (4 required.) Fence Hinge Pin Parallel Mount Centerline Gate 8"16"1/2" Redhead (4 required) SW470 Perpendicular Profile of Operator Concrete pad 18"x34" min. 18-3/4" Perpendicular Mount 22-1/2&q[...]

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    11 11 PAD MOUNTING (SW490) 1. Measure the gate length and select appropriate “P” dimension from the gate installation table. 2. Layout the concrete pad as detailed in Figure 1. IMPORTANT NOTE: The relative location of the operator to the fence and the gate is critical. Be sure that the measurements for operator mounting are taken from the cente[...]

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    12 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (SW470) 1. Set the control arm stop on the operator in the positions appropriate for the installation (Figure 1). 2. Install the arm channel to the hub assembly to the operator output shaft. 3. Secure the arm channel to arm hub with 1/4-20 black plastic knobs provided (Hub is factory installed - Figure 2). 4. Assemble extens[...]

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    13 13 INST ALL A TION CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (SW490) 1. Set the control arm’s close stop on the operator so that its position corresponds with the handling of the installation (Figure 1). 2. Remove the open stop, as it is not to be used in this application. Use any existing hardware necessary to seal the open stop’s hole in the operator’s cover[...]

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    14 14 INST ALL A TION CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY (SW490) continued MANUAL DISCONNECT MODEL SW470 1. Remove the (2) black knobs securing the control arm to the operator (Figure 1). 2. Swing arm assembly off to the side. Gate should swing freely. MODEL SW490 1. Remove hitch pin and pivot pin securing control arm to arm assembly (Figure 2). 2. Swing arm ass[...]

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    15 15 NOTE: Calculated using NEC guidelines. Local codes and conditions must be reviewed for suitability of wire installation. All power wiring should be dedicated and protected. Location of primary power disconnect should be labeled. WIRING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH: • ANY maintenance to the operator or in the area near the op[...]

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    16 16 ON/OFF SWITCH POWER WIRING NOTE: Before running power wiring refer to wiring specifications on page 15 for correct wire gauges. Secure all electrical power connections inside the disconnect switch electrical box. Refer to electrical wiring diagrams on pages 31-33. IMPORTANT: On three phase operators, power connections must be properly phased.[...]

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    17 PROGRAMMING THE RADIO RECEIVER SET SECURITY MODE The Universal Receiver can be used with up to 15 315 MHz rolling code remote controls or PINs in HIGH security mode. Alternately, it can be used with up to 31 of any type 315 MHz remote control in NORMAL security mode, including any combination of rolling code, billion code, or dip switch remotes.[...]

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    18 Limit Switch “B” Limit Switch “A” Aux switch (optional) Drive Shaft Set Screw 18 LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT NOTE: For limit location and configuration refer to Figure 1. 1. Before turning on power, disconnect extension arm from gate bracket so gate is no longer connected to operator. Push manual release pin(s) up through the control arm, sl[...]

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    19 19 RPM SENSOR (HALL EFFECT) ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Normally the RPM sensor (hall effect) does not need adjustment, but may go out of alignment due to shipping vibration or rough handling. These operators use an internal entrapment protector system. This system consists of the control board, magnet, and RPM sensor. It may become necessary to adjust the[...]

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    20 20 The Sequenced Access Management System or SAMS allows the customer more control when managing vehicular entrances to areas such as apartment complexes, businesses and gated communities. The basic concept of the system is that traffic is controlled by two gates installed in tandem, a fast moving gate such as a barrier gate operator and a slowe[...]

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    21 SOFT OPEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 INTERRUPT (SAFETY) LOOP INPUT 5 8 9 10 1 1 12 21 ACCESSORY WIRING All inputs are normally open and momentary, except the stop (N.C.). The following instructions are based upon UL325, and include recommendations for significant increase in safety. We strongly recommend that you follow the UL guidelines presented thr[...]

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    OP E N CL O SE ST O P OP E N CL O SE ST O P O P E N CL O SE ST O P 22 ACCESSORY WIRING Field Wiring Terminals 9 & 5 - Obstruction Open (Edge/Photo Eye Input) Edge Input: See Programming Section This input will reverse an opening gate to the close limit. Activating this input when the gate is closing will have no effect. NOTE: If upon reversal a[...]

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    23 CONTROL BOARD ILLUSTRA TION Relay Drive Troubleshooting LEDs J1 Terminal Troubleshooting LEDs J5 Connector SAMS J2 Connector J3 Connector Aux. Relay Drive (not used) Motor Learn Button Programming Port (factory use only) Limit LEDs Main Terminal Wiring Potentiometer Timer-to-Close Dip Switch #4 Master/Second J4 Connector Master/Second Diagnostic[...]

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    24 CONTROL BOARD PROGRAMMING AND FEATURES MOTOR LEARN FUNCTION (FORCE PROFILE) This function is preprogrammed at factory. If either board or motor is replaced, the controller will need to be programmed to “LEARN” the specific motor RPM profile of your operator. Switch “S3” is provided for this. This is important for accurate force control. [...]

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    25 LED LED NAME DESCRIPTION RELAY DRIVE TROUBLESHOOTING LEDS There are 5 troubleshooting LEDs on relay drives K1 through K5. These LEDs will be illuminated when the microcontroller relay drive is activated. D6 Contactor A On when Contactor A is activated D5 Contactor B On when Contactor B is activated D4 SAM On when SAM relay is activated D3 Lock O[...]

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    26 Min = 0 sec Max = 180 sec TIMER-TO-CLOSE ENABLE This switch enables the auto close timer. The timer to close feature works in conjunction with the potentiometer located on the board. SLIDE/SWING This switch selects slide or swing gate operation, in order to optimize gate behavior for specific application. SL = Slide • SW = Swing RIGHT/LEFT OPE[...]

  • Page 27

    Master or Standalone Gate Setting 27 PROGRAM SETTINGS (DIP SWITCH S2) EDGE/PHOTO OPEN This switch (S2-3) selects edge or photo sensor for the gate opening protection input. Open Photo Eye (Pause): When the controller is configured for photo eyes, the input functions to pause the gate during the opening cycle. Once the input is cleared the gate cont[...]

  • Page 28

    Operator fails to run. No Stop Control. Check the green LED (D17) on control board. If the green LED is off, check to make sure a stop control has been installed across terminals J1-3 & J1-5 of the control board. Fault in the operator. Check the yellow diagnostic LED at the top right of the control board next to the programming dip switches. If[...]

  • Page 29

    Master or Second operator is not functioning properly. Failure to cycle power after setup. The power to each unit must be cycled in order to initiate proper master/second communication if the operators were previously in stand-alone mode. The communication wiring may be damaged or improperly wired for dual gate operation. Make sure that the communi[...]

  • Page 30

    30 OPERA TOR MAINTENANCE NOTES 1. Severe or high cycle usage will require more frequent maintenance checks. 2. Inspection and service should always be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. 3. Limit switches may have to be reset after any major drive chain adjustments. 4 If lubricating chain, use only a proper chain lube spray or[...]

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    31 SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM (SW4 70) DRA WING NUMBER: 01-G1978 D A TE: 7/29/03 REVISION: E ECN: 03-0401 NO TES: 1) TRANSFORMER PRIMARY V OL T AGE SAME AS OPERA T OR LINE V OL T AGE 24V SECOND ARY 60V A. 2) TERMINAL DESIGNA TIONS SHOWN FOR 115V ONL Y . 3) OPTIONAL WIRE HARNESS. 4) (B+) AND (B-) ARE 100dB SAFETY ALARMS. APPLICA TIONS: CONTROL WIRI[...]

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    32 SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM (SW490) DRA WING NUMBER: 01-G1979-1 D A TE: 7/29/03 REVISION: E ECN: 03-0401 NO TES: 1) TRANSFORMER PRIMARY V OL T AGE SAME AS OPERA T OR LINE V OL T AGE 24V SECOND ARY 60V A. 2) RELA Y V OL T AGE SAME AS LINE VOL T AGE. 3) OPTIONAL WIRE HARNESS. 4) (B+) AND (B-) ARE 100dB SAFETY ALARMS. 5) WIRE COLOR: 120V BLA CK, 20[...]

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    33 THREE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM (SW490) DRA WING NUMBER: 01-G1979-3 D A TE: 7/29/03 REVISION: E ECN: 03-0401 NO TES: 1) TRANSFORMER PRIMARY V OL T AGE SAME AS OPERA T OR LINE V OL T AGE 24V SECOND ARY 60V A. 2) WIRE COLOR: 208V RED , 230V ORANGE, 460V VIOLET , 575V GRA Y 3) OPTIONAL WIRE HARNESS (SEE DRAWING 90-G0532). 4) O VERLOAD PRO TECTION EITHER[...]

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    34 CONTROL CONNECTION DIAGRAMS 1234567 89 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 R2 R1 R4 R3 3 6 9 # 2 5 8 0 1 7 OPEN CLO SE ST OP OPEN CLO SE ST OP OPEN CL O SE ST OP FR EQ FR EQ NOTE: See wiring diagrams shipped with kit for additional information. See owner’s manual for wiring distances and wire gauge information. WARNING: All controls that are to be use[...]

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    35 Refer to the parts lists below for replacement parts available for your operator. If optional modifications and/or accessories are included with your operator, certain components may be added or removed from these lists. Individual components of each kit may not be available. Please consult a parts and service representative regarding availabili[...]

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    36 ILLUSTRA TED PARTS - SW4 70 A4 A5 A3 A1 A7 A2 D9 D2 D3 D12 D8 D1 A6 1 1 8 6 4 9 13 3 D10 7 5 D6 2 D4 D5 12 11 10 D1 1 D7 14[...]

  • Page 37

    ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION A1-7 K75-18366 Arm Assembly Kit A1 08-2001 Rod End Fitting A2 10-2011 Gate Bracket A3 70-18618 Extension Arm A4 10-3900 Galvanized Tube 39" OD 1" IDx1.315" A5 12-10172 Sleeve Bearing A6 07-2103 Actuator Arm Stop A7 06-2025-T Actuator Arm Assembly K75-18367 Drive Assembly Kit (Motor Not Included) D1 10-2008 Swit[...]

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    38 ILLUSTRA TED PARTS - SW490 A6 1 2 6 3 7 E3 E2 E1 E4 E5 A4 A2 A1 A5 A5 A3 D12 D1 1 D10 D14 D1 D12 D4 D15 D5 D17 D6 D9 F D8 5 4 D7 D19 D2 D13 D16 D18 D21 D20 D3 A7 8[...]

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    39 VARIABLE PARTS - SW490 VARIABLE PARTS LIST - SW490 PART PART NO. DESCRIPTION USED ON 20-1050-1T 1PH 1/2HP Base Mnt. 115/230V TEFC SW490-33-11, SW490-33-21, SW490-50-11, SW490-50-21 20-1075-1T 1PH 3/4HP Base Mnt. 115/230V TEFC SW490-75-11, SW490-75-21 20-XXXX 20-1100B-2T 1PH 1HP Base Mnt. 115/230V TEFC SW490-100-11, SW490-100-21 (Motor) 20-3050-1[...]

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    HOW TO ORDER REP AIR PARTS OUR LARGE SERVICE ORGANIZATION SPANS AMERICA FOR INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER 1-800-528-2806 www.liftmaster.com WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS PLEASE SUPPLY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER ADDRESS ORDER TO: THE CHAMBERLAIN GROUP, INC. Technical Support Group 6[...]