How do you adjust the Apollo gate actuator?

How do you adjust the Apollo gate actuator?

Adjust the Open limit by pressing the Open but- ton on the gate controller until the gate is fully open. Turn the Retract Limit Screw (see Figure 8 Apollo 816-1K Series Limit Screw Adjustment) clockwise or counter-clockwise as necessary until the Motor 1 LED turns GREEN.

Where is the Learn button on Apollo gate opener?

Press and release the Yellow Learn Button on the receiver inside the Apollo Box (see Figure 1). The Red LED Indicator next to the Learn Button will turn on.

How does a shadow loop work?

The Shadow Loop is placed under the swing path of a swing gate. This loop will check before the gate closes and/or opens to see if a vehicle is within the swing path, if a vehicle is within the swing path the gate will not move.

Why is my gate not working?

If your gate simply isn’t working, it could be due to an electrical outage. Check that the gate is still receiving power. If it is, your remote control may simply need new batteries. If that’s not the issue, manually check the door to see if it slides or swings freely or if there’s something preventing it from moving.

What are the most common problems with the Apollo gate opener?

The charts below make Apollo gate opener troubleshooting easier as they explain what to do in case of the most common problems. Gate opens OK but after closing, opens back up. 1. Excessive closing pressure on gate. Re-adjust the close limit switch on the actuator.

How do I restart my Apollo slide gates?

Check to see that any obstructions are removed from the gates path and then press the “HARD SHUTDOWN RESET” button to restart the system. All APOLLO Slide Gates are shipped from the factory wired to close to the left (when looking out of the property).

Where can I buy an Apollo gate operator?

A professional fence or gate dealer is recommended to assure proper installation. Apollo Gate Operatorsare available only through qualified dealers with an outstanding reputation in the fence and gate industry. These dealers will be able to recommend the proper equipment for particular applications.

What do the program switches on the Apollo board do?

At the upper center of the board there are 10 program switches. These switches enable and disable certain features of the Apollo system. DEFAULT setting of these switches is as follows: SINGLE GATE 1,2,3,5 ON (all others OFF) DUAL GATE 1,2,5 ON (all others OFF)

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