BFT A 300 SL / A-CT BOARD SL: Installation and User Manual

General Information

The A 300 SL actuator offers high installation versatility due to its extremely low pinion position, compact nature, and adjustable height and depth features. An adjustable electronic torque limiter ensures anti-crush safety. Manual emergency operation is easily performed using a release lever. The integrated control panel manages motor relays and safety devices (photocells) before each operation.

Technical Specifications

Installer Warnings

General Safety

Important safety instructions. Read and follow all warnings and instructions. Incorrect installation can cause injury or damage. Product designed for intended use only. Compliance with European Directives (2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE, 2006/42/CE, 89/106/CE, 99/05/CE) and national standards is recommended. The manufacturer disclaims responsibility for improper use, failure to apply Good Practice, or deformations. Installation must be performed by qualified personnel (EN12635). Ensure structural integrity and safety gaps according to EN 12604 and 12453. Check product integrity before installation. Ensure compatibility with ambient temperature. Do not install in explosive atmospheres. Disconnect power before any work. Ensure correct electrical connections, grounding, and safety devices (photocells, safety edges) according to EN 12978 and EN12453. Impact forces must comply with EN 12453. Apply safety signals and identification plates. Consider installations below 2.5m or accessible locations. Fixed controls must be placed safely and out of reach of children. Use at least one warning light and attach a warning sign. Attach a label for manual release operation. Ensure mechanical risks are avoided during operation. Use original spare parts only. Do not modify components without authorization. Instruct the end-user on residual risks and manual operation. Dispose of packaging materials properly.

Electrical Connections

Use appropriate cables (e.g., 5x1.5mm² for 230V). Use pushbuttons with at least 10A-250V capacity. Secure wires near terminals to separate live and low-voltage parts. Ensure power cable is stripped to allow earth connection, with live wires as short as possible. Earth wire must be the last to be pulled taut. Keep low-voltage safety wires physically separate from low-voltage wires. Access to live parts only by qualified personnel.

Automated System Check and Maintenance

Before operation and during maintenance, meticulously check: component security, manual start/stop, logic operation, rack/pinion mesh (2mm play for sliding gates), track cleanliness, wheel suitability, cantilever stability, swing gate axis verticality, barrier spring status, safety device functionality (photocells, safety edges), impact force measurement (EN 12445 < EN 12453), emergency operation, electrical connections, and photocell optics cleaning. Activate emergency release if the system is out of service. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or qualified personnel. Mandatory maintenance at least every six months for 'D' type devices connected in unverified mode. Repeat maintenance at least annually or more frequently if site conditions require.

Demolition and Scrapping

Dispose of materials according to regulations. Do not discard equipment or batteries with household waste. Return waste electrical and electronic equipment to a designated recycling center.

Installation Procedure

1. Tube Arrangement (Fig. A): Prepare electrical system according to current standards (CEI 64-8, IEC 364, HD 384, etc.).
2. Motor Mounting Preparation (Fig. B): Prepare a concrete pad with anchors for the gearbox assembly, respecting specified dimensions. Welding flat iron bars under the track may be helpful for positioning anchors.
3. Motor Mounting (Fig. C).
4. Drive Accessories Mounting (Fig. D).
5. Rack Centering (Fig. P-Q1-R): DANGER: Welding must be performed by a competent person with necessary PPE.
6. Manual Release (Fig. 2): Do not force the gate leaf; guide it gently through its travel.
7. Terminal Board Wiring (Fig. E-F): Connect phase, neutral, and earth wires. Secure mains cable in the cable gland (ref. P) and connect the earth wire with the yellow/green sheath to the terminal (ref. S).
8. Memorizing Radio Command (Fig. G).
9. Checking Mechanical Stops and Opening Direction (Fig. H): Perform this adjustment before Autoset.
10. Photocell Connection Diagram (Fig. J): Shows connection for one pair of A-CELLULA FLX photocells.
11. Autoset Adjustment (Fig. K): Enables automatic motor torque setting. If power fails, the system will run at Autoset speed upon restart until mechanical stops are detected. WARNING: Autoset must be performed only after verifying correct leaf movement and mechanical stop positioning. Re-run Autoset if motor force (T2) or mechanical stop positions are changed. WARNING: Obstacle detection is inactive during Autoset; monitor movement and keep people/property clear. Autoset also detects the number of connected photocells. WARNING: Check photocell operation one by one after Autoset. Torque values set by Autoset refer to motor force set during Autoset. Re-run Autoset if motor force is edited. WARNING: Check impact force against EN 12445 and EN 12453 standards. Incorrect sensitivity settings can cause damage or injury.

LED Indicators

POWER: Steadily lit indicates mains power, board powered, and Fuse F1 intact.

START: Lit indicates START input activated or 1st radio receiver channel activated.

OPEN: Lit indicates OPEN pedestrian input activated.

STOP: Unlit indicates STOP input activated.

PHOT: Unlit indicates PHOT photocell input activated. Flashing indicates no photocell connected.

SWC: Unlit indicates SWC input activated. Lit indicates closing limit switch is disengaged.

SWO: Unlit indicates SWO input activated. Lit indicates opening limit switch is disengaged.

ER: Unlit indicates no error. Lit indicates safety device test error or anti-crush safety device tripped. Flashing indicates thermal overload protection tripped.

MOTOR: Off indicates motors stopped. Lit indicates motors moving.

RADIO (GREEN): Off indicates remote programming inactive. Flashing only Radio LED indicates programming active, waiting for hidden key. Flashing in sync with Set LED indicates transmitter deletion in progress. Lit indicates programming active, waiting for desired key.

SET: Lit indicates Set key pressed / Autoset completed successfully. Three flashes indicate Autoset or mechanical stop search in progress. Fast flashing indicates Autoset failed. Flashing in sync with Radio LED indicates transmitter deletion in progress.

Parameters Table (Table A)

T1 - Automatic Closing Time [s]:

Waiting time before automatic closing. Set to 0 if not used.

T2 - Leaf Force [%]:

Force exerted by leaf/leaves. Percentage of force delivered beyond the Autoset value before an obstacle alarm is generated. WARNING: Affects impact force directly. Ensure compliance with safety regulations. Install anti-crush safety devices if necessary.

Logic Table (Table B)

Configuration options for DIP switches:

• DIP 1 - Photocells during opening: ON: Excludes photocell function during opening; reverses movement immediately during closing. OFF: Photocell active during opening and closing; reverses movement during closing only after photocell is cleared.
• DIP 2 - Block pulses during opening: ON: Start pulse has no effect during opening. OFF: Start pulse has effect during opening.
• DIP 3 - 3-step logic: ON: Switches to 3-step logic; start during closing reverses movement. OFF: Switches to 4-step logic.
• DIP 4 - Transmitter programming: ON: Enables wireless memorization of transmitters (press hidden and normal keys). Receiver exits programming mode after 10 seconds. IMPORTANT: Enables automatic addition of new transmitters, clones, and replays. OFF: Disables wireless memorization. Transmitters memorized only via Radio menu. IMPORTANT: Disables automatic addition of new transmitters, clones, and replays.
• DIP 5 - Reversing motion: ON: Change opening direction (Fig. H). OFF: Standard operating mode (Fig. H).
• DIP 6 - Not used.

Key Functions

• S1: Add Start Key (associates key with Start command).
• S2: Add Pedestrian Key (associates key with pedestrian command).
• S1+S2 (>10s): Erase List (WARNING: Erases all memorized transmitters).
• ST/AS: Short press activates START. Long press (>5s) activates AUTOSET.

Manual Operation (Fig. 2)

Step A: Locate the release lever.

Step B: Insert the key and turn 90°.

Step C: Pull the lever to release the motor.

Step D: Manually move the gate leaf.

Step E: (Implied) Re-engage the motor.

Step F: (Implied) Lock the lever back in place.

Wiring Diagrams

Fig. E-F: Terminal board wiring. Connect Phase (L), Neutral (N), and Earth. Secure mains cable in gland (ref. P), and earth wire with yellow/green sheath to terminal (ref. S).

Fig. J: Connection diagram for one pair of A-CELLULA FLX photocells.

Fig. L: Connection diagram for multiple pairs (max. 4) of A-CELLULA FLX photocells.

Demolition and Scrapping

Dispose of materials according to regulations. Do not discard equipment or batteries with household waste. Return waste electrical and electronic equipment to a designated recycling center.