E.T. Systems Wingo 3524HS User Instructions - Be Safe!
Ver: 2015.001
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Be Safe!
WARNING!! These are the general safety obligations for the installers and users of ET Systems (Pty) Ltd
automation equipment.
1. Only suitably qualified persons, may install, repair or service the product. Unless expressly indicated in the user
instructions, no user serviceable components can be found inside any ET Systems (Pty) Ltd automation product.
2. It is important for personal safety to study and follow all the instructions carefully. Incorrect installation or misuse may
cause serious personal harm.
3. Keep the instructions in a safe place for future reference.
4. This product was designed and manufactured, strictly for the use indicated in the accompanying documentation. Any
other use not expressly indicated in the documentation, may damage the product and/or be a source of danger. ET
Systems (Pty) Ltd cannot accept responsibility for improper use or incorrect installation of this product.
5. ET Systems (Pty) Ltd cannot accept responsibility if the principles of good workmanship are disregarded by the installer.
6. ET Systems (Pty) Ltd cannot accept responsibility regarding safety and correct operation of the automation, if other
manufacturers’ equipment is added to this product.
7. Do not make any modifications or alterations to this product. Do not substitute any component of this product with
any other component not expressly designed into this product.
8. Anything other than expressly provided for in the accompanying instructions is not permitted.
Prior to installation:
1. All unnecessary ropes, chains and fasteners must be removed and all unnecessary latches or locks must be disabled from
locking.
2. The gate or door must be balanced correctly where it, neither opens nor closes from any position under its own load.
When operated by hand the gate or door should be free of hindrance and easily moved (In the case of a garage door if the
balancing springs need to be adjusted the adjustment should only be carried out by a qualified and experienced person).
3. The construction of the gate or door must be sound and automatable. It is the responsibility of the installer to
ensure that the mechanical components of the gate or door system are sufficient to withstand the necessary forces in
cases of overload.
4. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the gate or door is sufficiently trapped within its range of travel by means of
mechanical ends of travel stoppers.
5. Ensure all fixed mounting points, like the wall above the door in a garage door system or the posts in a swing gate
system, are sound and strong enough to allow proper fixing of the operator.
6. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the installed position selected for this product, falls within the
limitations of the products ingress protection rating.
7. Ensure the area of installation is not subject to explosive hazards. There should be no volatile gasses or fumes as these
can present a serious safety hazard.
8. All ET Systems (Pty) Ltd garage door operators are supplied with a sealed 15A safety plug on lead for use in an
electrical code of practice approved plug point. Do not extend, modify or replace the plug lead unless duly qualified as
an electrician. Before installing the unit, ensure the mains supply is switched off.
9. ET Systems (Pty) Ltd gate operators are supplied with a terminal connection for the electrical supply beneath the screwed
down cover of the operator. In the case of a model requiring 220Vac supply at the operator, an all pole negatively biased
switch, with a contact opening of greater than 3mm must be installed within 1,5m of the operator. This switch must be
clear of all workings of the system and must be in a position secure from public access. This switch and its connections
must be inspected and passed by a certified electrician prior to using it.
10. It is the responsibility of the installer to ascertain that the designated persons (including children) intended to use the
system, do not suffer reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the system by a person responsible for their safety.
11. The drive may not be installed on a door incorporating a wicket door, unless the drive is disabled by the release of the
wicket door. (Wicket door :- A pedestrian door within the main gate or door)
Installation:
1. Ensure the working area is clear of obstructions and obstacles.
2. Install the safety warning sticker within clear view of where the gate or door will be operated from. Typically this would
be adjacent to any fixed trigger switches or on the gate or door itself.