Overhead Garage Door Operator Dominator Tempo & Syncro Instruction Manual Conforms to: 4008033 ANSI/CAN/UL325 Tested to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules SYNCRO ATS-3 DOMINATOR TEMPO ATS-2AM SECTIONAL DOOR OPENER SYNCRO ATS-3 DOMINATOR SYNCRO ATS-3AM SMART SECTIONAL DOOR OPENER FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY Doc # 160416_00 Part # 87406 Released 11/03/21
CONTENTS Overhead Garage Door Operator 1. System Specifications 2. Safety Information 3. Operating controls 4. Kit Contents 5. Operator Safety & Security 3 4 6 7 8 5.1 Manual Door Operation 8 5.2 Emergency Evacuations 8 5.3 Power Failure 8 5.4 Re-Engaging the Operator 8 5.5 Security - Inbuilt Locking Facility 8 6. Installation Instructions 6.1 C-Rail Assembly 6.2 Mounting Operator for a Track Type Door 9 10 10 6.2.1 Determine Bracket Position 10 6.2.2 Mounting the Wall Bracket 10 6.2.
© Copyright 2019 1. System Specifications Factory Default Settings Default Maximum Maximum motor run time 1 Minute - Courtesy light time 180 secs 240 secs Obstruction force margin 1.0A 2.0A Auto close time 0 seconds 120secs Technical Specifications Model SYNCRO ATS-3AMB SYNCRO ATS-3AM TEMPO ATS-2AMB TEMPO ATS-2AM Input Voltage 120V / 60Hz 120V / 60Hz 120V / 60Hz 120V / 60Hz Current (Max) 2.0A 2.0A 2.0A 2.
2. Safety Information WARNING! It is vital for the safety of persons to follow all instructions. Failure to comply with the installation instructions and the safety warnings may result in serious personal injury and/or property and remote control opener damage. Please save these instructions for future reference. • This operator should be installed in accordance with relevant US and Canada Standards. • To reduce the risk of injury to persons – Use this operator only with a sectional door.
© Copyright 2019 2. Sécurité AVERTISSEMENT ! pour la sécurité des usagers, il est essentiel de suivre toutes les instructions. Le non- respect des instructions d’installation et des avertissements de sécurité peut causer de graves blessures et/ou endommager l’appareil et la télécommande. Conservez ces instructions en lieu sûr. • Cet appareil doit être installé conformément aux normes US et canadiennes en vigueur.
3. Operating controls Button Function 1. DOWN ARROW (Blue) Closes the door 2. DOWN ARROW LED (Blue) Illuminates when the door is closed and flashes when the door is closing, obstructed on close or stopped. 3. STOP (Red) Stops the door 4. UP ARROW (Green) Opens the door 5. UP ARROW LED (Green) Illuminates when the door is open and flashes when the door is opening, open with the auto-close timer running, obstructed on opening or stopped. 6. MODE (Yellow) Enables Load Diagnostics Mode 7.
© Copyright 2019 4. Kit Contents 4 6 16 7 9 12 13 5 8 10 11 14 15 17 2 Fig.4.1 3A 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1 x ATS drive unit 1 x Premium Wall Control kit (A) 2 x Premium Remote Control (B) 1 x Homelink Transmitter 1 x Bent arm door attachment 1 x Straight arm door attachment 1 x Wall bracket TS01 1 x Door bracket Locator 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
5. Operator Safety & Security 5.1 Manual Door Operation MANUAL RELEASE To disengage the operator from the door (preferably with the door in the closed position), pull down on the string handle on an angle towards the door (Fig 5.1). This will allow you to manually open or close the door. WARNING! When operating the manual release (while the door is open) the door may fall rapidly due to weak or broken springs, or due to being improperly balanced.
© Copyright 2019 6. Installation Instructions IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH: (1) READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. (2) INSTALL ONLY ON A PROPERLY OPERATING AND BALANCED GARAGE DOOR. AN IMPROPERLY BALANCED DOOR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO INFLICT SEVERE INJURY. HAV E A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON MAKE REPAIRS TO CABLES, SPRING ASSEMBLIES, AND OTHER HARDWARE BEFORE INSTALLING THE OPENER.
6.1 C-Rail Assembly ELECTROCUTION! This operator is not equipped for permanent wiring. Contact a qualified electrician to install a suitable receptacle if one is not available. 6.1.1 Installing the C-Rail a. Remove the Opener from the box. b. Locate and insert the shaft of drive unit 1 into the C-Rail’s sprocket as shown in Fig 6.1. c. Fix the two track brackets 16 with four (4) M4 x 8 screws 14 supplied in accessory pack (Fig 6.1.2). d. Place drive unit back in packing box for protection.
© Copyright 2019 6.2 Mounting Operator for a Track Type Door 6.2.4 Securing the Powerhead Perforated Angle or equivalent a. Measure across the ceiling from the centre point 10.3 ft (+/- 2”) to find a supporting beam. b. Create a perforated angle which best suits your site. Use a hack saw to cut the L shape metal strips. Secure the perforated angle to a supporting beam using diagrams shown below (Fig.6.2.4 & Fig.6.2.5). c.
6.2 Mounting Operator for a Track Type Door 6.2.7 Attaching the Arms WARNING! connecting the bent arm other way around may damage the door. a. Assemble the bent arm 4 (connecting to the door) to the right side of the straight arm 5 with bolts 10 and nuts 13 supplied in the accessory pack. Connect the straight arm 5 to the shuttle with a clevis pin 12 and a pin snap 9 . Always use both bent and straight arms (Fig 6.2.7). b. Connect the assembled arm to the bracket with clevis pin 12 and pin snap 9 .
© Copyright 2019 6.3 Safety Beam Installation IMPORTANT NOTE: The Safety Beam must be installed and connected before the travel limits are set. 6 7 IMPORTANT : Le faisceau de sécurité doit être installé et connecté avant de définir les fins de course. 6.3.1 Safety Infra-Red Beam Kit (P/N 62047) 3 A Safety Beam extends across the door opening. This Safety Beam is designed to detect an obstruction while the door is closing and to send a signal to the door operator to reverse or stop the door movement.
6.4 Setting Speed and Limits CAUTION! Limit setup is not available when running on battery backup tip Refer to Appendix G for setting limits via a Premium Remote Control. Fig.6.4.1 6.4.1 Set the Limit Positions and adjust drive speed: The Limit Positions can vary due to site conditions, such as uneven ground. When setting the Close limit, ensure the position is when the door makes first contact with the ground. Alternatively for the Open limit the position should be at the height of the garage opening.
© Copyright 2019 6.5 Safety Testing 6.5.1 Obstruction Detection Test Check the Safety Beam photoelectric sensor is operating after the installation. a. Place an obstruction (white vertical surface 6 in. high by 12 in. wide) in the center of the opening, perpendicular to the plane of the door when in the closed position as per Fig 6.5.1. b. Press the CLOSE button or the Premium Remote Control button to close the door. The photoelectric sensor shall sense an obstruction as described above.
6.6 Coding Premium Remote Controls 6.6.1 Setting Remote Control Functions The opener can only operated from 4-button Premium Remote Control that have been programmed into its memory. Up to 64 codes can be stored in the memory. a. Press the MODE button repetitively until the TRANSMIT LED is lit. b. Press and HOLD the button/s indicated in the Fig 6.6.1 to set the required remote control function. The Main light will start to flash rapidly. c.
© Copyright 2019 6.6 Coding Premium Remote Controls TRANSMITTERS COMPLIANCE STATEMENT TRANSMITTERS COMPLY WITH ALL UNITED STATES AND CANADIAN LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AS OF THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15 AND OR RSS 210 INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CANADA RULES, ADJUSTMENT OR MODIFICATIONS OF THIS RECEIVER AND / OR TRANSMITTER ARE PROHIBITED, EXCEPT FOR CHANGING THE CODE SETTING OR REPLACING THE BATTERY. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS.
6.6 Coding Premium Remote Controls 6.6.2 Erasing All Premium Remote Control Codes a. Press the MODE button repetitively until the TRANSMIT LED is lit. b. Press and hold the MODE button for 10 secs, let the MODE button go when the main light stops flashing. c. Follow steps a - e in 6.6.1 Setting the Premium Remote Control Code to code new remote controls. Fig.6.6.2 6.6.3 Vacation Mode a.
© Copyright 2019 6.7 Battery Backup 6.7.1 Connecting the Battery Backup (Optional with ATS-3AM & ATS-2AM models) a. Remove the screw and open the cover to the batteries. (Fig.6.7.1) WARNING! After Step (c) the opener may become active (even when power is off). This is a result of a residual charge in the batteries. AVERTISSEMENT! Après l’étape (b) l’opérateur peut deviendra actif (même alimentation est éteinte). Ceci est un résultat d’une charge résiduel dans les batteries. Fig.6.7.1 2B b.
6.9 Auto-Ki Smart Phone Control (ATS-3AM & ATS-3AMB Only) CLASS B DEVICE CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) This equiment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
© Copyright 2019 6.9 Auto-Ki Smart Phone Control (ATS-3AM & ATS-3AMB Only) Your opener must be fitted with SAFETY BEAMS. Safety Beams detect any obstructions in the door’s path and override automatic operation if one presents. These must be installed as in accordance with UL 325 and CSA C222.2 No 247. This is in addition to regular professional servicing, and monthly obstruction tests as detailed in your opener’s Owners Manual.
6.10 Auto-Close 6.10.1 Auto-Close Auto-Close mode is a function that automatically closes the door after a pre-set time. Safety beams must be installed in order to run the Auto-Close function. There are two types of Auto-Close available: (i) Standard auto-close - the door will Auto-Close after a programmed time. In this mode the timer starts to countdown as soon as the door is fully open. This function is useful in case the safety beam does not get triggered.
© Copyright 2019 6.12 Homelink tip Some vehicles may require the ignition be turned on to program the HomeLink® Button. tip Park the vehicle outside of the garage where the opening is clearly visible and leave window down to hear sounds. WARNING! Ensure to have hand brake on whilst setting homelink button and do not allow anything to stay in or near the path of the door. Keep people away until the door is completely opened or closed.
7. Operation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH: (1) READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. (2) NEVER LET CHILDREN OPERATE OR PLAY WITH DOOR CONTROLS. KEEP THE REMOTE CONTROL AWAY FROM CHILDREN. (3) ALWAYS KEEP THE MOVING DOOR IN SIGHT AND AWAY FROM PEOPLE AND OBJECTS UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY CLOSED. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR. (4) NEVER GO UNDER A STOPPED, PARTIALLY OPEN DOOR. (5) TEST DOOR OPENER MONTHLY.
© Copyright 2019 7.1 How to Use Your Operator For maximum efficiency of your operator, your garage door must be in good operating condition. An annual service of your garage door by door professional is recommended. CAUTION: Activate the operator only when the door is in full view, free of obstructions and with the operator properly adjusted. No one should enter or leave the garage while the door is in motion. Do not allow children to play near the door.
7.2 User Operating Controls Button Function 1. DOWN ARROW (Blue) Closes the door 2. DOWN ARROW LED (Blue) Illuminates when the door is closed and flashes when the door is closing, obstructed on close or stopped. 3. STOP (Red) Stops the door 4. UP ARROW (Green) Opens the door 5. UP ARROW LED (Green) Illuminates when the door is open and flashes when the door is opening, open with the auto-close timer running, obstructed on opening or stopped. 6. MODE (Yellow) Enables Load Diagnostics Mode 7.
© Copyright 2019 7.3. Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause Remedy The opener does not work from the Premium Remote Control Garage door in poor condition e.g. springs may be broken Check the door’s operation The opener does not have power Plug a device of similar voltage (e.g. a hairdryer) into the power point and check that it is OK The battery in the Premium Remote Control is flat Replace the battery The opener has turned on “Vacation Mode” Turn off “Vacation Mode” (Section 6.6.
7.4. Service / Warning Indicator 7.4.1 Main Light = Service / Warning Indicator: Requirements for a service and user warnings are indicated after operation by the main light repeatably flashing OFF a number of times followed by a pause. When the alert is first triggered the beeper will also sound. The below table identifys the issues and remedies. Flashes x1 Issue Remedy Normal operation (door is fully open) Clear away any obstructions. Test Door.
© Copyright 2019 7.5 Disposal of Batteries 7.5.1 Correct Disposal of Batteries: Button Batteries contain toxic materials and should never be disposed of in the trash WARNING! Button cell lithium batteries MUST have their battery terminals covered BEFORE placing them in the box for shipping. The best way to do this is by taking a strip of tape to make a ‘battery ribbon’. AVERTISSEMENT! Les piles bouton au lithium DOIVENT avoir leurs bornes couvertes AVANT de les placer dans la boîte pour l’expédition.
8. User Maintenance Instruction WARNING! Run the Safety Testing procedures MONTHLY in Section 6.5 to ensure garage door is fit for use. AVERTISSEMENT! Appliquez les procédures de test de la section 6.5 UNE FOIS PAR MOIS pour vous assurer que la porte est en état de marche. 8.1 Door Maintenance A poorly maintained door could cause fatal / serious injuries or damage to property. a. Frequently examine the door, particularly the cables, springs and mountings for signs of wear, damage or imbalance.
© Copyright 2019 9. Appendix A - Status Indication during Operating Mode.
B - Adjustment Mode Instructions a. Press the MODE button repetively until the GEAR LED starts flashing b. Referring to the table below, select the desired parameter using the OPEN the GEAR and CLOSE buttons and observing the number of flashes on LED. The selected parameter’s value is indicated by the main light’s brightness. c. Press STOP / SET button to start editing the parameter’s value. The TRANSMIT d. Use the OPEN and CLOSE LED will turn on when editing is active.
© Copyright 2019 C - Adjusting Force Margins Adjusting Safety Obstruction Force The Safety Obstruction Force is calculated automatically during setup. Adjusting this is normally only necessitated by environmental conditions such as windy or dusty areas, and areas with extreme temperature changes. To Increase / Decrease Force Pressure a. Press the MODE button repetitively until the GEAR LED is flashing. b. The LED will start flashing with one flash every second. c.
F - Setting the PET Mode position When activated, PET mode drives the door to a preset position from the close position, therefore allowing a pet or parcel to go under the door. a. Drive and stop the door at the desired PET mode open position by pressing the transmitter button coded for Open/Stop/Close operation. b. Press the MODE button repetitively until the GEAR LED is lit. c. Press OPEN button to save PET position - Main light will flash and both OPEN and CLOSE LED will light up.
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