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What is the opening force of a 4600 Series (4630/4640) operator when used manually?
Resolution:
The manual opening force on a 4630/4640 will be approximately 8.5 lbs to 14 lbs depending on the spring setting.:
Can a 4600 operator be mounted with pivots?
Resolution:
On a single door take the mounting dimensions from centerline of pivots. On a pair of doors, depending on the door width and pivots being used, the operators can butt up against each other or ov...:
Why would a Falcon 8200 operator have an inconsistent opening?
Resolution:
An inconsistent opening is normally caused by the arm not being installed correctly. The arm must be installed while the operator gearbox is in the full open position, and the door at 90° open posi...:
What would cause my 4600 (4630/4640) Series operator to keep trying to open and squeal after opening to 90 degrees?
Resolution:
"Opening Force" adjustment could be set to strong (high). This adjustment is a turn pot adjustment which can be found on the controller. Try adjusti...:
What is a Senior Swing 9540 RF?
Resolution:
The Senior Swing Series used to have a 2 gearbox options, a "standard force" (15 lbs) and a "RF - reduced force" (11 lbs). In November 2009 RF option was eliminated and we made the standard gearbox...:
Why would a 4600 not open a full 90 degrees?
Resolution:
A 4600 (4630/4640) not opening to a full 90 degrees could be caused by a couple things: The Opening Force could be set too low. Try increasing the opening force adjustment on the controller a 1/...:
What would cause a 4600 operator to click a few times when the actuator is pushed, but not open the door?
Resolution:
If a 4600 clicks, but won't open the door: Verify proper connection of all the control box connectors. Verify correct manual operation of door. Verify actuator connections and any strike/maglo...:
What could cause a 9100 Series Benchmark operator not to open when the actuator is pushed?
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If the 9100 Series Benchmark operator does not open when the actuator is pushed: Verify the unit has 120 volts applied to it. Verify the the power light on the control box is on. If not, check ...:
Why does the auto operator not open the door when installed with a Chexit?
Resolution:
Chexits are NOT electric latch retraction devices, therefore the latch will not retract and allow the opener to swing the door open. Chexits block and unblock the latch. In order for a Ch...:
Will the Falcon 8200 series operator burn up if someone tries to open it when the door is locked?
Resolution:
Any good secure setup and installation should be getting an open signal that has already gone through credential access first (ex……card reader, keypad, Key switch) and ignoring a locked door. ...:
When did we start shipping the Senior Swing, Benchmark, and Falcon operators with the ES Filter?
Resolution:
On the Benchmark, if there is line noise from a strike then the unit will lose it's hold open time. Adding the ES Filter, which is a diode, will resolve this issue and the unit will hold it's...:
How do you adjust the hold open time on a 4600 (4630/4640) operator?
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To adjust the hold open time on a 4600 (4630/4640) operator: Press the "MODE" button on the control box 1 time to get into programming mode. The "YELLOW" mode indicator LED next to "HOLD OPEN TI...:
What are Pneumatic Automatic Operators?
Resolution:
Pneumatic Automatic Operators are used in areas where electrically operated devices are not convenient or permitted. Consists of a modified, heavy-duty door closer for manual oper...:
What would cause a Senior Swing to open only 10 degrees and then close?
Resolution:
Issue/Symptom – upon receiving an activation input the Sr Swing gearbox opens only about 10 degrees and then returns to the close position. Unit will never learn opening nor function pro...:
What causes a Senior Swing door to hang open and not close?
Resolution:
First, turn off the power to the Senior Swing. If the door closes, check controller for a constant activation signal from an activation device. If door continues to hang up and will not close...: