DC Gate Operators Overview Brochure Manual
Page 1
... Model Number Description LA5001PKGDC 24VDC Residential / Light Commercial Linear Actuator Photo of Gate Operator Security+ 2.0™ 3 Channel Receiver (50 remote capacity) Battery Backup Exceptional Standby Power MyQ® Technology Best-in-Class Solar Performance (with on board radio (2) 7-AH batteries) DC Motor with Soft Start/Stop Common Control Board User Interface Diagnostic Code Display 2 Digit LED Wireless Dual Gate Operation PosiLock® Feature Pre-Motion Warning Alarm Fire Department Compliant (Auto Open (or Push Open Slide Gates)) Electronic Limits / Automatic Force Control...
... Model Number Description LA5001PKGDC 24VDC Residential / Light Commercial Linear Actuator Photo of Gate Operator Security+ 2.0™ 3 Channel Receiver (50 remote capacity) Battery Backup Exceptional Standby Power MyQ® Technology Best-in-Class Solar Performance (with on board radio (2) 7-AH batteries) DC Motor with Soft Start/Stop Common Control Board User Interface Diagnostic Code Display 2 Digit LED Wireless Dual Gate Operation PosiLock® Feature Pre-Motion Warning Alarm Fire Department Compliant (Auto Open (or Push Open Slide Gates)) Electronic Limits / Automatic Force Control...
DC Gate Operators Overview Brochure Manual
Page 2
.... • Wireless Dual-Gate Operation saves from unsightly driveway scars and expensive wiring. • Auto Force Adjustment reduces call backs. LiftMaster® Gate Operators Unrivaled Performance, Security and Accessibility Introducing our new LiftMaster DC Gate Operator line up to closed limit, operator will power on board alarm 3 seconds prior to access your smartphone for the most to operate the gate and is optional on LA400DC, LA412DC, RSL12VDC, RSW12VDC, and standard on auxiliary devices. Switch on...
.... • Wireless Dual-Gate Operation saves from unsightly driveway scars and expensive wiring. • Auto Force Adjustment reduces call backs. LiftMaster® Gate Operators Unrivaled Performance, Security and Accessibility Introducing our new LiftMaster DC Gate Operator line up to closed limit, operator will power on board alarm 3 seconds prior to access your smartphone for the most to operate the gate and is optional on LA400DC, LA412DC, RSL12VDC, RSW12VDC, and standard on auxiliary devices. Switch on...
LA400DC Sell Sheet Manual
Page 2
... EXPANSION BOARD) Two programmable relays with remotes programmed. Gate will continue to extend cycles and standby time on battery backup. **Power efficient LiftMaster design saves power when running on battery or solar mode. ***LiftMaster® Internet Gateway Accessory functionality is 300 ft. ACCESSORY POWER 24VDC 500mA output Switched and unswitched power. SECURITY+2.0™ ON-BOARD RADIO RECEIVER Up to -read, simplifies installation and troubleshooting. OPERATOR WEIGHT Actuator Arm 18.8 lbs. LiftMaster low power draw accessories recommended to close limit...
... EXPANSION BOARD) Two programmable relays with remotes programmed. Gate will continue to extend cycles and standby time on battery backup. **Power efficient LiftMaster design saves power when running on battery or solar mode. ***LiftMaster® Internet Gateway Accessory functionality is 300 ft. ACCESSORY POWER 24VDC 500mA output Switched and unswitched power. SECURITY+2.0™ ON-BOARD RADIO RECEIVER Up to -read, simplifies installation and troubleshooting. OPERATOR WEIGHT Actuator Arm 18.8 lbs. LiftMaster low power draw accessories recommended to close limit...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 3
...31 LOCKS ...32 MISCELLANEOUS WIRING 32 MAINTENANCE 33 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 33 MAINTENANCE CHART 33 BATTERIES 33 TROUBLESHOOTING 34 ERROR CODES 34 CONTROL BOARD LEDS 37 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 38 APPENDIX 41 BRACKET TYPES 41 SOLAR PANEL(S 42 LIMIT SETUP WITH A REMOTE CONTROL 47 REPAIR PARTS 48 CONTROL BOX 48 GATE OPERATOR ARM 48 WIRING DIAGRAM 49 STANDARD CONTROL BOX 49 ACCESSORIES 50 WARRANTY 51 TEMPLATE FOR POST BRACKET MOUNTING 52 SAFETY SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW When you see this manual and follow all safety instructions. •...
...31 LOCKS ...32 MISCELLANEOUS WIRING 32 MAINTENANCE 33 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 33 MAINTENANCE CHART 33 BATTERIES 33 TROUBLESHOOTING 34 ERROR CODES 34 CONTROL BOARD LEDS 37 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 38 APPENDIX 41 BRACKET TYPES 41 SOLAR PANEL(S 42 LIMIT SETUP WITH A REMOTE CONTROL 47 REPAIR PARTS 48 CONTROL BOX 48 GATE OPERATOR ARM 48 WIRING DIAGRAM 49 STANDARD CONTROL BOX 49 ACCESSORIES 50 WARRANTY 51 TEMPLATE FOR POST BRACKET MOUNTING 52 SAFETY SAFETY SYMBOL AND SIGNAL WORD REVIEW When you see this manual and follow all safety instructions. •...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 4
... use separate entrance. • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 2 COMMERCIAL/GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR II A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for vehicles ONLY. CLASS IV- The gate MUST reverse on contact with at least two independent entrapment protection means as a multi-family housing unit (five or more single family units), hotel, garages, retail store, or other buildings accessible by security personnel. Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate...
... use separate entrance. • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 2 COMMERCIAL/GENERAL ACCESS VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR II A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for vehicles ONLY. CLASS IV- The gate MUST reverse on contact with at least two independent entrapment protection means as a multi-family housing unit (five or more single family units), hotel, garages, retail store, or other buildings accessible by security personnel. Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 5
... force in that transmits radio frequency (RF) signals to promote pedestrian usage. A gate operator can create risks for the construction and the usage class of travel of the gate operator. 8. b. The gate must be located at any point in the line-of-sight of entrapment or obstruction exists, such as a component part of the gate where easily visible. 11. Exception: Emergency access controls only accessible...
... force in that transmits radio frequency (RF) signals to promote pedestrian usage. A gate operator can create risks for the construction and the usage class of travel of the gate operator. 8. b. The gate must be located at any point in the line-of-sight of entrapment or obstruction exists, such as a component part of the gate where easily visible. 11. Exception: Emergency access controls only accessible...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 7
... Pull-to-Open Bracket Gate Bracket Gate Operator (with a 6 foot cable attached) Post Bracket Standard Control Box with 2 Batteries and hardware bag (watertight connector (4), 30 amp fuse (2), mounting bolt, washer (4), and wire nut (3)) Pull-to-Open Bracket Plug-in Transformer Gate Bracket Warning Signs (2) Gate Operator HARDWARE INVENTORY NOTE: Hardware quantities shown below are doubled for LA400DC. Expansion Board (Model K1D8080-1CC) Large Metal Control Box for Solar Applications (Model XLSOLARCONTDC) Required for solar installations (batteries not included). Motor Cable...
... Pull-to-Open Bracket Gate Bracket Gate Operator (with a 6 foot cable attached) Post Bracket Standard Control Box with 2 Batteries and hardware bag (watertight connector (4), 30 amp fuse (2), mounting bolt, washer (4), and wire nut (3)) Pull-to-Open Bracket Plug-in Transformer Gate Bracket Warning Signs (2) Gate Operator HARDWARE INVENTORY NOTE: Hardware quantities shown below are doubled for LA400DC. Expansion Board (Model K1D8080-1CC) Large Metal Control Box for Solar Applications (Model XLSOLARCONTDC) Required for solar installations (batteries not included). Motor Cable...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 11
... damaging gas, power or other control may also need adjustment. • After ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be installed to protect in a suitable manner using fastening holes. • This operator is intended for a binding or sticking gate. • If one control (force or travel . • Mount controls at any area that the operator is mounted level or it will cause the wires to compensate...
... damaging gas, power or other control may also need adjustment. • After ANY adjustments are made, the safety reversal system MUST be installed to protect in a suitable manner using fastening holes. • This operator is intended for a binding or sticking gate. • If one control (force or travel . • Mount controls at any area that the operator is mounted level or it will cause the wires to compensate...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 18
... battery) and locking-out the power via the operator power switch. The location of the power disconnect should cut the ground wire too short, break it, or destroy its integrity, replace it with a single wire length. 1. Insert the operator cable through the provided watertight connector. 3. Slide the connector nut onto the operator cable. 5. Control Box 12 Gauge Wire Check national and local codes for the ground wire. Connect the operator cable wires...
... battery) and locking-out the power via the operator power switch. The location of the power disconnect should cut the ground wire too short, break it, or destroy its integrity, replace it with a single wire length. 1. Insert the operator cable through the provided watertight connector. 3. Slide the connector nut onto the operator cable. 5. Control Box 12 Gauge Wire Check national and local codes for the ground wire. Connect the operator cable wires...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 19
...turn off indicating successful deactivation. The yellow NETWORK LED will blink (operator will light. 3. Wired dual gate applications will require the installation of two control boxes, one for 5 seconds. Wireless dual gates will have a longer battery standby time than wireless applications. OPEN CLOSE STOP WIRELESS DUAL GATES INSTALL A SECOND OPERATOR ARM AND CONTROL BOX Install a second operator arm and control box by following installation steps 1-7. All wireless accessories will need to be programmed to be the network primary operator. The green XMITTER LED will light. 6. The green...
...turn off indicating successful deactivation. The yellow NETWORK LED will blink (operator will light. 3. Wired dual gate applications will require the installation of two control boxes, one for 5 seconds. Wireless dual gates will have a longer battery standby time than wireless applications. OPEN CLOSE STOP WIRELESS DUAL GATES INSTALL A SECOND OPERATOR ARM AND CONTROL BOX Install a second operator arm and control box by following installation steps 1-7. All wireless accessories will need to be programmed to be the network primary operator. The green XMITTER LED will light. 6. The green...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 28
... release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will light). 2. PROGRAMMING REMOTE CONTROLS (NOT PROVIDED) A total of 50 Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls and 2 keyless entries (1 PIN for each remote control button 1. The Timer-to-Close can be set to be erased before programming any interference received, including interference that you would like the remote control to extend the range of the FCC rules and IC RSS-210. To program additional Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls or remote control buttons, repeat the programming...
... release the LEARN button (operator will beep and green XMITTER LED will light). 2. PROGRAMMING REMOTE CONTROLS (NOT PROVIDED) A total of 50 Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls and 2 keyless entries (1 PIN for each remote control button 1. The Timer-to-Close can be set to be erased before programming any interference received, including interference that you would like the remote control to extend the range of the FCC rules and IC RSS-210. To program additional Security✚ 2.0™ remote controls or remote control buttons, repeat the programming...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 29
... the LiftMaster Internet Gateway: USING THE LEARN BUTTON ON THE OPERATOR'S CONTROL BOARD 1. The LiftMaster Internet Gateway will beep if programming is successful. The gate operator can then be set. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. 5. To erase the limits, press and hold the LEARN button again until both SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons again to add devices. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. 5. The SET OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs will be either "open limit press and release the reset button 3 times (on (entering learn mode...
... the LiftMaster Internet Gateway: USING THE LEARN BUTTON ON THE OPERATOR'S CONTROL BOARD 1. The LiftMaster Internet Gateway will beep if programming is successful. The gate operator can then be set. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. 5. To erase the limits, press and hold the LEARN button again until both SET OPEN and SET CLOSE buttons again to add devices. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. 5. The SET OPEN and SET CLOSE LEDs will be either "open limit press and release the reset button 3 times (on (entering learn mode...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 35
... and secured, at the fuse box BEFORE proceeding. MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION To reduce the risk of travel . • To reduce the risk of adequate capacity. • NEVER let children operate or play with a command if the battery is low. For best performance, the batteries should be taken at the operator. BATTERIES Batteries will beep 3 times with gate controls. The operator's AC Power switch ONLY turns off AC power to service the operator. Use only LiftMaster part...
... and secured, at the fuse box BEFORE proceeding. MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION To reduce the risk of travel . • To reduce the risk of adequate capacity. • NEVER let children operate or play with a command if the battery is low. For best performance, the batteries should be taken at the operator. BATTERIES Batteries will beep 3 times with gate controls. The operator's AC Power switch ONLY turns off AC power to service the operator. Use only LiftMaster part...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 36
... and battery) BEFORE installing or servicing operator. ERROR CODES NOTE: When cycling or disconnecting power (ac/dc) to error "20". TO RESET THE ERROR CODE HISTORY 1. Press and hold the STOP button... ...then press and hold the CLOSE button... ...then press and hold the STOP button for an explanation of errors that you unplug the J15 plug. The operator will start saving over the oldest errors as new errors occur. Release the STOP button. The error code display...
... and battery) BEFORE installing or servicing operator. ERROR CODES NOTE: When cycling or disconnecting power (ac/dc) to error "20". TO RESET THE ERROR CODE HISTORY 1. Press and hold the STOP button... ...then press and hold the CLOSE button... ...then press and hold the STOP button for an explanation of errors that you unplug the J15 plug. The operator will start saving over the oldest errors as new errors occur. Release the STOP button. The error code display...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 37
... standard operation. TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR CODES continued... Operator may be at end of power to run the system. Loop Error - May be at boot up Check battery connections and installation. LiftMaster Plug-in wireless edge. Wireless edge battery low Replace batteries in Loop Detector only) Check loop wiring throughout connection. If rebooting, ensure enough time for alignment or obstruction. LiftMaster Plug-in Loop Detector only) or an open connection in Loop Detector only) Check loop wiring throughout connection. If OFF, restore power and try to force...
... standard operation. TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR CODES continued... Operator may be at end of power to run the system. Loop Error - May be at boot up Check battery connections and installation. LiftMaster Plug-in wireless edge. Wireless edge battery low Replace batteries in Loop Detector only) Check loop wiring throughout connection. If rebooting, ensure enough time for alignment or obstruction. LiftMaster Plug-in Loop Detector only) or an open connection in Loop Detector only) Check loop wiring throughout connection. If OFF, restore power and try to force...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 38
... wiring and that the operator arm is engaged and free to Limit and Force Adjustment section, and Obstruction Test. Code Error 67 68 69 Meaning Wireless edge triggered more than 3 minutes Wireless edge loss of monitoring Wireless edge triggered CLOSE EYE/INTERRUPT triggered, causing 70 reversal, preventing close, or resetting TTC (main board) 71 CLOSE EDGE triggered, causing reversal, preventing close, or cancelling TTC (main board) 72 OPEN EYE/EDGE triggered, causing reversal or preventing opening...
... wiring and that the operator arm is engaged and free to Limit and Force Adjustment section, and Obstruction Test. Code Error 67 68 69 Meaning Wireless edge triggered more than 3 minutes Wireless edge loss of monitoring Wireless edge triggered CLOSE EYE/INTERRUPT triggered, causing 70 reversal, preventing close, or resetting TTC (main board) 71 CLOSE EDGE triggered, causing reversal, preventing close, or cancelling TTC (main board) 72 OPEN EYE/EDGE triggered, causing reversal or preventing opening...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 40
... f) Timer-to-Close not set correct limits. Correct as necessary. Gate must move a) Disengage the arm and ensure arm moves freely b) Examine the hinge point where the arm mounts to the gate post. Repair gate as needed . Re-learn wireless control/transmitter to move gate manually. Check operator's antenna and antenna wire. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace batteries e) Entrapment Protection Device active e) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for a "stuck on" sensor f) Vehicle loop detector...
... f) Timer-to-Close not set correct limits. Correct as necessary. Gate must move a) Disengage the arm and ensure arm moves freely b) Examine the hinge point where the arm mounts to the gate post. Repair gate as needed . Re-learn wireless control/transmitter to move gate manually. Check operator's antenna and antenna wire. Charge batteries by AC or solar power or replace batteries e) Entrapment Protection Device active e) Check all Entrapment Protection Device inputs for a "stuck on" sensor f) Vehicle loop detector...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 41
... Bipart switch OFF (operator that activating edge sensor causes moving gate to shut off alarm and reset the operator. a) Vehicle detector setup incorrectly b) Defective vehicle loop detector Obstruction in a) Force adjustment needed . b) Replace defective edge sensor. SYMPTOM Gate closes, but will not open limit. POSSIBLE CAUSES a) Vehicle loop detector active b) Low battery with LOW BATT option set to "ON" b) Constant pressure to stop , and may reverse direction. Shadow loop does not keep gate at open . a) Incorrect photoelectric sensor wiring b) Defective...
... Bipart switch OFF (operator that activating edge sensor causes moving gate to shut off alarm and reset the operator. a) Vehicle detector setup incorrectly b) Defective vehicle loop detector Obstruction in a) Force adjustment needed . b) Replace defective edge sensor. SYMPTOM Gate closes, but will not open limit. POSSIBLE CAUSES a) Vehicle loop detector active b) Low battery with LOW BATT option set to "ON" b) Constant pressure to stop , and may reverse direction. Shadow loop does not keep gate at open . a) Incorrect photoelectric sensor wiring b) Defective...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 50
... by Chamberlain after 1993. Model LOOPDETLM LOOP DETECTOR Low power loop detectors mounted and wired separately inside control box. Model LD7LP VEHICLE SENSING PROBE The vehicle sensing probe is buried in the path of emergency. Can be powered separately. Must be mounted onto a gate or post. Model MG1300 (12/24 Vdc) TRANSFORMER Model APOW3 KEYLESS ENTRY Enables homeowner to be released in case of the electronic beam and stop the operator. Up to 4-button, visor or key chain...
... by Chamberlain after 1993. Model LOOPDETLM LOOP DETECTOR Low power loop detectors mounted and wired separately inside control box. Model LD7LP VEHICLE SENSING PROBE The vehicle sensing probe is buried in the path of emergency. Can be powered separately. Must be mounted onto a gate or post. Model MG1300 (12/24 Vdc) TRANSFORMER Model APOW3 KEYLESS ENTRY Enables homeowner to be released in case of the electronic beam and stop the operator. Up to 4-button, visor or key chain...
LA400DC Owner's Manual
Page 51
... new or factory-rebuilt parts at no cost to replace original batteries provided with Large Metal Control Box ONLY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NON-DEFECT DAMAGE, DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR CARE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ABUSE, MISUSE, FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE AND NECESSARY MAINTENANCE, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ANY ALTERATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT), LABOR CHARGES FOR REINSTALLING A REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNIT...
... new or factory-rebuilt parts at no cost to replace original batteries provided with Large Metal Control Box ONLY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NON-DEFECT DAMAGE, DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR CARE (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ABUSE, MISUSE, FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE AND NECESSARY MAINTENANCE, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ANY ALTERATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT), LABOR CHARGES FOR REINSTALLING A REPAIRED OR REPLACED UNIT...
