LA500 Manual
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UL325 compliant UL991 compliant This model is intended for use in your area. This model is for use on vehicular passage gates ONLY and not intended for use on pedestrian passage gates. THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A TRAINED GATE SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN ONLY. Visit www.liftmaster.com to locate a professional installing dealer in Class I, II, III and IV vehicular swing gate applications. LA500 & LA500-S VEHICULAR SWING GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION MANUAL Your model may look different than the model illustrated in this manual.
UL325 compliant UL991 compliant This model is intended for use in your area. This model is for use on vehicular passage gates ONLY and not intended for use on pedestrian passage gates. THIS PRODUCT IS TO BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A TRAINED GATE SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN ONLY. Visit www.liftmaster.com to locate a professional installing dealer in Class I, II, III and IV vehicular swing gate applications. LA500 & LA500-S VEHICULAR SWING GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION MANUAL Your model may look different than the model illustrated in this manual.
LA500 Manual
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... Codes 27 OPERATION 28 Manual Release 28 Reset Button 28 Remote Control 28 Party Mode 28 MAINTENANCE 29 Maintenance Chart 29 Batteries 29 ADDITIONAL FEATURES 29-35 LiftMaster Internet Gateway 29 Control Board Overview 30 Accessory Features on Control Board 31 Expansion Board Overview 32 Accessory Features on Expansion Board 33 Gate Operator Setup Examples...
... Codes 27 OPERATION 28 Manual Release 28 Reset Button 28 Remote Control 28 Party Mode 28 MAINTENANCE 29 Maintenance Chart 29 Batteries 29 ADDITIONAL FEATURES 29-35 LiftMaster Internet Gateway 29 Control Board Overview 30 Accessory Features on Control Board 31 Expansion Board Overview 32 Accessory Features on Expansion Board 33 Gate Operator Setup Examples...
LA500 Manual
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.... 11. All exposed pinch points are comprised of the gate operator. 3 SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION 8. The Stop and/or Reset (if provided separately) must be located at the leading edge, trailing edge and post mounted both directions prior to operate the controls. Reference owner's manual regarding placement of non-contact sensor for the construction and...
.... 11. All exposed pinch points are comprised of the gate operator. 3 SAFETY INSTALLATION INFORMATION 8. The Stop and/or Reset (if provided separately) must be located at the leading edge, trailing edge and post mounted both directions prior to operate the controls. Reference owner's manual regarding placement of non-contact sensor for the construction and...
LA500 Manual
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... III vehicular be upgraded to conform to the provisions of the gate, refer to be automated. 4. gate, or at 610-832-9585 or www.astm.org. 1. An existing gate latch shall be disabled when a manually operated gate is disconnected. SAFETY GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION Vehicular gates should be installed in the open and fully closed positions. For...
... III vehicular be upgraded to conform to the provisions of the gate, refer to be automated. 4. gate, or at 610-832-9585 or www.astm.org. 1. An existing gate latch shall be disabled when a manually operated gate is disconnected. SAFETY GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION GATE CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION Vehicular gates should be installed in the open and fully closed positions. For...
LA500 Manual
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... or walls. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION • Locate entrapment protection devices to gate hardware. • ALL maintenance MUST be performed by a LiftMaster professional. • Activate gate ONLY when it can increase the risk of travel . • To reduce the risk of same type and rating. 7 Read the owner's manual. NOTE: The operator should be on contact with...
... or walls. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION • Locate entrapment protection devices to gate hardware. • ALL maintenance MUST be performed by a LiftMaster professional. • Activate gate ONLY when it can increase the risk of travel . • To reduce the risk of same type and rating. 7 Read the owner's manual. NOTE: The operator should be on contact with...
LA500 Manual
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...) accessory connection • 3-Button station accessory connection • AUX Relays (2) each independently selectable operation: - INTEGRATED RADIO RECEIVER: • LOOPS: - PRE-ALERT DELAY: ON 3 seconds before gate motion - Main AC voltage input selection: 120 Vac (factory setting) or 240 Vac (field ..., or STOP: accessory connection and on-board button - TAMPER: ON when gate manually pulled from the remote control • Wireless primary/secondary (refer to pages 20 and 21) • Lockable manual release handle • COMMANDS: - Secure power failure selection • SAMS ...
...) accessory connection • 3-Button station accessory connection • AUX Relays (2) each independently selectable operation: - INTEGRATED RADIO RECEIVER: • LOOPS: - PRE-ALERT DELAY: ON 3 seconds before gate motion - Main AC voltage input selection: 120 Vac (factory setting) or 240 Vac (field ..., or STOP: accessory connection and on-board button - TAMPER: ON when gate manually pulled from the remote control • Wireless primary/secondary (refer to pages 20 and 21) • Lockable manual release handle • COMMANDS: - Secure power failure selection • SAMS ...
LA500 Manual
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... provided) 10" Minimum Heavy Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary) Back Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary) Gate Hinge NOTE: Weld Re Bar Behind Gate Hinges for Reinforcement (Not provided) Gate Hinge Control Box Operator SINGLE GATE ! The installation steps in this manual will show a typical Pull-to-Open application. Top View Heavy Steel Plate for Maximum Strength...
... provided) 10" Minimum Heavy Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary) Back Steel Bracket (Reinforce if necessary) Gate Hinge NOTE: Weld Re Bar Behind Gate Hinges for Reinforcement (Not provided) Gate Hinge Control Box Operator SINGLE GATE ! The installation steps in this manual will show a typical Pull-to-Open application. Top View Heavy Steel Plate for Maximum Strength...
LA500 Manual
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... illustration to page 15. DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET 1 Close the gate. 2 Choose a vertical mounting location for a Miracle-One™ operator, use the existing post bracket and gate bracket. INSTALLATION MANUAL RELEASE + DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET MANUAL RELEASE 1 Insert the key into the lock and turn it 180 degrees counterclockwise...
... illustration to page 15. DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET 1 Close the gate. 2 Choose a vertical mounting location for a Miracle-One™ operator, use the existing post bracket and gate bracket. INSTALLATION MANUAL RELEASE + DETERMINE THE POSITION OF THE POST BRACKET MANUAL RELEASE 1 Insert the key into the lock and turn it 180 degrees counterclockwise...
LA500 Manual
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... to normal operation. The next command given by a LiftMaster remote control or SINGLE BUTTON on the gate frame while the gate is located on function. RESET BUTTON The reset button is moving gate during a normal open/close the gate. When the inherent force of the operator (RPM/current... and has no effect on the side of the control box and serves several functions. ! The operator is incorrectly installed. ! OPERATION MANUAL RELEASE + RESET BUTTON + REMOTE CONTROL + PARTY MODE MANUAL RELEASE In case of a power failure, the operator can be disengaged from the gate.
... to normal operation. The next command given by a LiftMaster remote control or SINGLE BUTTON on the gate frame while the gate is located on function. RESET BUTTON The reset button is moving gate during a normal open/close the gate. When the inherent force of the operator (RPM/current... and has no effect on the side of the control box and serves several functions. ! The operator is incorrectly installed. ! OPERATION MANUAL RELEASE + RESET BUTTON + REMOTE CONTROL + PARTY MODE MANUAL RELEASE In case of a power failure, the operator can be disengaged from the gate.
LA500 Manual
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... minutes. 6 Press the Learn button twice on the primary operator (the operator will stay in extremely cold temperatures. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. Use an internet enabled computer or smartphone to add devices. The gate operator can then be used in learn mode for three minutes.... mode). The operator's AC Power switch ONLY turns off AC power to the operator if it is low. DESCRIPTION Entrapment Protection Devices Warning Signs Manual Release Gate Accessories Electrical Mounting Hardware Operator Batteries TASK Check and test for proper operation Make sure they...
... minutes. 6 Press the Learn button twice on the primary operator (the operator will stay in extremely cold temperatures. Register the LiftMaster Internet Gateway. Use an internet enabled computer or smartphone to add devices. The gate operator can then be used in learn mode for three minutes.... mode). The operator's AC Power switch ONLY turns off AC power to the operator if it is low. DESCRIPTION Entrapment Protection Devices Warning Signs Manual Release Gate Accessories Electrical Mounting Hardware Operator Batteries TASK Check and test for proper operation Make sure they...
LA500 Manual
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...loss of close Energizes if gate is manually tampered with barrier gate) Energizes when not at close the gate. • Low battery detect point = 22 V • When set Aux Relay switches back to the gate's normal operation. Connect "Gate Not Closed/Secure" indicator (e.g. Connect "Gate In Motion" indicator (e.g. ...is restored (enabling the Timer-to pause. Connect alert (e.g. light or sounder). To determine the actual cycles that the gate operator has run (in thousands), set to the AUX relay contact terminal blocks. Cycle count cannot be reset or changed. If...
...loss of close Energizes if gate is manually tampered with barrier gate) Energizes when not at close the gate. • Low battery detect point = 22 V • When set Aux Relay switches back to the gate's normal operation. Connect "Gate Not Closed/Secure" indicator (e.g. Connect "Gate In Motion" indicator (e.g. ...is restored (enabling the Timer-to pause. Connect alert (e.g. light or sounder). To determine the actual cycles that the gate operator has run (in thousands), set to the AUX relay contact terminal blocks. Cycle count cannot be reset or changed. If...
LA500 Manual
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... to know when system is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit Use during servicing only to indicate if gate is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries) Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to determine operator cycles Typically not required. ADDITIONAL FEATURES GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES The following...
... to know when system is manually tampered with by being pushed off of close limit Use during servicing only to indicate if gate is charging batteries (i.e. not running on batteries) Attach alert signal (audible or visual alert system) to determine operator cycles Typically not required. ADDITIONAL FEATURES GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES GATE OPERATOR SETUP EXAMPLES The following...
LA500 Manual
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... necessary. Check operator's antenna and antenna wire. c) Replace defective control board. c) Remove arm from gate and move easily and freely through its entire range, limit-to control board. a) Use Diagnostic code to -limit. Replace wireless control as necessary. Gate must move gate manually. Correct as needed . c) Check Stop button is not "stuck on" d) Check Reset...
... necessary. Check operator's antenna and antenna wire. c) Replace defective control board. c) Remove arm from gate and move easily and freely through its entire range, limit-to control board. a) Use Diagnostic code to -limit. Replace wireless control as necessary. Gate must move gate manually. Correct as needed . c) Check Stop button is not "stuck on" d) Check Reset...