Table of contents: page 7.2.1 General precautions: safety - installation - use Level one functions (ON-OFF functions) 7.2.2 Level one programming Product description and applications (ON-OFF functions) Operating limits 7.2.3 Level two functions Typical system (adjustable parameters) List of cables 7.2.4 Level two programming (adjustable parameters)
1) General precautions: safety - installation - use WARNING Important safety instructions. Follow all instructions as improper installation may cause serious damage ATTENTION Important safety instructions. It is important for you to comply with these instructions for your own and other people’s safety.
2) Product description and applications ROBUS is a line of irreversible electromechanical gearmotors for the operates with electric power. In the event of a power failure, the automation of sliding gates. It is equipped with an electronic control gearmotor can be released using a special key in order to move unit and connector for the optional SMXI or SMXIS radiocontrol the gate manually.
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The length of the leaf makes it possible to determine both the maximum number of cycles per hour and consecutive cycles, while the weight makes it possible to determine the reduction percentage of the cycles and the maximum speed allowed. For example, for ROBUS 1000 if the leaf is 5 m long it will be possible to have 33 cycles/hour and 16 consecutive cycles.
2.2) Typical system Figure 2 shows a typical system for automating a sliding gate using ROBUS Key-operated selector switch Secondary fixed edge (optional) Photocells on post Flashing light with incorporated aerial 10 ROBUS Photocells 11 “Closed” stop bracket Main fixed edge (optional) Main movable edge 12 Secondary movable edge (optional) “Open”...
3) Installation The installation of ROBUS must be carried out by qualified personnel in compliance with current legislation, standards and regulations, and the directions provided in this manual. 3.1) Preliminary checks Before proceeding with the installation of ROBUS you must: •...
If the rack is already present, once the gearmotor has been fastened, 7. Open the leaf up completely and place the first piece of the rack use the adjustment dowels as shown in Figure 8 to set the pinion of on the pinion.
3.4) Installation of the various devices If other devices are needed, install them following the directions provided in the corresponding instructions. Check this in paragraph “3.6 Description of electrical connections” and the devices which can be connected to the ROBUS in Figure 2. 3.5) Electrical connections Only carry out electrical connections once the electricity Make a hole in the rubber membrane which is slightly smaller than the...
3.6) Description of the electrical connections The following is a brief description of the electrical connections; for STOP see also Paragraph “7.3.2 STOP Input”. further information please read “7.3 Adding or Removing Devices” STEP-BY-STEP: input for devices which control Step-by-Step paragraph.
4.4) Recognizing the length of the leaf After recognizing the devices, L3 and L4 LED’s start flashing; the control unit must recognize the length of the gate. During this stage, the length of the leaf is measured from the closing limit switch to the opening limit switch. This measurement is required to calculate the decelera- tion points and the partial opening point.
5.1) Testing Each component of the system, e.g. safety edges, photocells, 6. Check the proper operation of all the safety devices, one by one emergency stop, etc. requires a specific testing phase. We therefore (photocells, sensitive edges, emergency stop, etc.) and check recommend observing the procedures shown in the relative instruc- that the gate performs as it should.
7) Additional information Programming, personalisation and how to look for and deal with faults on the ROBUS will be dealt with in this chapter. 7.1) Programming keys The ROBUS control unit feature three keys that can be used to com- mand the control unit both during tests and programming.
7.2.2) Level one programming (ON-OFF functions) Level 1 functions are all factory set to “OFF”. However, they can be changed at any time as shown in Table 6. Follow the procedure carefully, as there is a maximum time of 10 seconds between pressing one key and another. If a longer period of time lapses, the procedure will finish automatically and memorize the modifications made up to that stage.
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Input LED Parameter LED (level) Value Description 0,5 m Adjusts the measurement of the partial 1,5 m opening. Partial opening can be controlled Open Partially with the 2nd radio command or with 2,5 m “CLOSE”, if the “Close” function is present, this becomes “Open partially”.
7.2.5) Level one programming example (ON-OFF functions) The sequence to follow in order to change the factory settings of the functions for activating “Automatic Closing” (L1) and “Always close” (L3) have been included as examples. Table 9: Level one programming example Example Press the key [Set] and hold it down (approx.
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7.3.2) STOP input STOP is the input that causes the immediate interruption of the • Two devices with 8,2kΩ constant resistance output can be con- manoeuvre (with a short reverse run). Devices with output featuring nected in parallel; if needed, multiple devices must be connected normally open “NO” contacts and devices with normally closed “NC” “in cascade” with a single 8,2kΩ.
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7.3.5) ROBUS in “Slave” mode Properly programming and connecting, ROBUS can function in “Slave” mode; this type of function is used when 2 opposite gates need to be automated with the synchronised movement of the two leaves. In this mode ROBUS works as Master commanding the movement, while the second ROBUS acts as Slave, following the commands transmitted by the Master (all ROBUS are Masters when leaving the factory).
Table 12: ROBUS Slave programming independent from ROBUS Master Level one functions (ON-OFF functions) Level two functions (adjustable parameters) Stand-by Motor speed Peak Open Gate Indicator Output Slave Mode Motor force Error list On Slave it is possible to connect: •...
Control of the number of manoeuvres performed The number of manoeuvres performed as a percentage on the set limit can be verified by means of the “Maintenance warning” function. Follow the indications in table 15 for this control. Table 15: control of the number of manoeuvres performed Example Press the key [Set] and hold it down (approx.
7.6) Troubleshooting The table 17 contains instructions to help you solve malfunctions or errors that may occur during the installation stage or in case of failure. Table 17: Troubleshooting Symptoms Recommended checks The radio transmitter does not control the gate Check to see if the transmitter batteries are exhausted, if necessary replace them and the LED on the transmitter does not light up The radio transmitter does not control the gate...
7.7.1) Flashing light signalling During the manoeuvre the flashing light FLASH flashes once every second. When something is wrong the flashes are more frequent; the light flashes twice with a second’s pause between flashes. Table 19: FLASH flashing light signalling Quick flashes Cause ACTION...
Table 21: LED’s on the control unit’s keys Led 1 Description During normal operation the device indicates “Automatic Closing” is not active During normal operation the device indicates “Automatic Closing” is active. • Function programming in progress. It flashes • If it flashes together with L2, it means that the user must carry out the device recognition phase (refer to Paragraph “4.3 Recognition of the devices”).
8) Technical characteristics Nice S.p.a., in order to improve its products, reserves the right to modify their technical characteristics at any time without prior notice. In any case, the manufacturer guarantees their functionality and fitness for the intended purposes. All the technical characteristics refer to an ambient temperature of 20°C (±5°C)
Declaration in accordance with the following Directives: 2004/108/EC (EMC); 2006/42/EC (MD) annex II, part B Note - The content of this declaration corresponds to that specified in the official document deposited at the Nice S.p.A. headquarters and, in particular, to the latest revised edition available prior to the publishing of this manual. The text herein has been re-edited for editorial purposes.
This operation has been carefully designed by Nice to make it extremely easy, without any need for tools or physical exertion. • Malfunctions: If you notice that your automation is not functioning properly, disconnect the power supply to the system and operate the manual release device.
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Manual movement and release: before carrying out this operation please note that release can only occur when the leaf is stopped. To lock: carry out the same procedures backwards. 1 Slide the lock cover disc 2 Insert and turn the key clockwise. 3 Pull the release handle 4 Move the leaf manually.
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