Sliding gate operator kit with RIB K1400 motor for gates up to 1400 kg and 400 cycles per day, built-in S5060T control board, 4m metal rack, 1 pair of photocells and 2 PSD-36T remote controls. Includes: mounting base and materials, limit switch plates, disengagement keys and Greek installation instructions.

• For a maximum gate leaf weight of 1400kg.
• Non-reversible, permanently lubricated mechanism
• Maximum frequency of use: S3-70% at 20°C
• Up to 50 open/close cycles per hour
• Up to 400 open/close cycles per day
• Single-phase motor (230 VAC)
• Mechanism dimensions: 303x296x320 mm (LxWxH)
• Gate leaf travel speed: 9.6 m/min
• Motor absorbed power: 257 W
• Features a key for disengagement (manual operation)
• Protection degree: IP44
• Gear type: Z17/module 4
• Country of origin: Italy
• Warranty: 2 years

To order this product, please call us at 210.555.0632 or buy it online from our e-shop.

Contents of the RIB K1400 kit (Kit-Standard S)

RIB K1400 Mechanism - Dimensions

Choosing a sliding gate operator

• The weight of the sliding gate. The RIB K1400 mechanism is suitable for gates weighing up to 1400kg.
• The frequency of gate use per day. The RIB K1400 mechanism is suitable for up to 400 open/close cycles per day.
• The frequency of gate use per hour. The RIB K1400 mechanism is suitable for up to 50 open/close cycles per hour.

The RIB K1400 mechanism excels over the competition due to its ability to operate intensively. Even large residential complexes during peak hours would struggle to exceed 50 open/close cycles per hour (this corresponds to approximately one vehicle every two minutes). Also, 400 open/close cycles per day are sufficient, so it is difficult for a sliding gate to exceed this even in a commercial setting.

Finally, a gate weight of 1400kg covers most gate cases, as an average iron gate weighs 50-60 kg/m. The point that requires particular attention is that the gate should operate smoothly in manual mode. This means testing the gate's movement without the mechanism or with the mechanism in manual operation. If the gate does not operate smoothly, it must be repaired. Otherwise, it will cause problems to the mechanism and lead to malfunctions. 

Sliding gate - Checks before installing the mechanism

The most important check that needs to be done even before ordering the mechanism is to verify that the gate operates smoothly by hand. We open and close the gate at a steady speed, roughly the same speed it would have with the mechanism. If at any point the movement is difficult, there is a jolt, etc., the gate must be repaired before the mechanism is installed.

The checks that need to be carried out in detail are:

• Whether the rail is straight without bends, dents, or rust. It must also be properly secured to the ground.
• The gate wheels must be in good condition. They should not show signs of deformation or rust. Their movement must be problem-free.
• Just before the gate's closed position, check the gate's oscillation. If it moves back and forth excessively, it needs to be adjusted and repaired. Possible repair points include the gate's material (excessively flexible), the position of the rollers (they have a large gap with the gate), or the roller mounting point being too flexible.
• The gate must smoothly enter the receptacle at the closed position. It should "click" into place so that it cannot be easily lifted with a crowbar.
• The open and closed positions of the gate must be defined by mechanical stops. Under no circumstances should the gate leaf be free to pass beyond the closed or open position.

Typical arrangement of a sliding garage door with a mechanism

 In the sketch above, we observe a typical arrangement of a sliding garage door with an operator. Obviously, the main component of the construction is the door leaf, which can be made of aluminum, metal, or wood. A basic prerequisite is that it must be sturdy and rigid enough to move, while only making contact with the rollers and guides, without excessive oscillation.

The gate must have mechanical stops to define the closed and open positions. The mechanical stops define the gate's travel path. 

The rollers are positioned to maintain contact with the gate leaf throughout its entire travel (from the fully open to the fully closed position). Essentially, the rollers keep the gate vertical to the ground. The main prerequisite is that they do not hinder the gate's movement.

The gate rests on wheels which allow it to move. The movement takes place on the rail, which is shaped to cooperate perfectly with the wheels. The wheels must be in good condition without signs of deformation or rust. The rail must be properly supported on the ground, be straight, and not show any bumps or deformations.

The motor is also positioned so that it is always in contact with the gate. The movement is transmitted to the gate by the motor's gear. The rack, which is a toothed rail, is placed on the gate. The rack is the point of contact between the gate and the motor, through which motion is transmitted. 

Photocells are the most important accessory for a sliding garage door with an operator. They prevent accidents and protect both users and their vehicles. They are installed in the gate opening and prevent the sliding gate from closing when there is an obstacle in its path. 

Another accessory for a sliding garage door (not shown in the sketch) is the warning light. It is placed in a prominent position to warn approaching vehicles and pedestrians that the garage door is in operation. This device is particularly useful when the garage door is near a busy road or when visibility is not optimal. 

Installation of RIB K1400 sliding mechanism

The rack spacers usually allow for fine adjustments of about 0.5cm. If, at the height where the rack needs to be installed, the gate is empty without a support point, we have two options. Either reinforce the gate at that point or change the installation height of the mechanism (with a base) to reach the point where the rack can be installed.

In addition to the above limits for the installation of the mechanism, we must take into account that:

• it should not be placed in a spot where water pools. If there is such a suspicion, a base must be created so that the motor is higher.
• the gate leaf should be approximately 40cm larger than the opening to allow the motor to be installed outside the opening. Otherwise, there is a risk of the motor being hit by a passing vehicle.
• the base must be placed on a stable foundation. If there isn't one (e.g., a reinforced concrete slab), a concrete base must be created.

Next, we define the position of the accessories. If there are photocells, a light, etc., we define their position and then route the wiring. A detailed chapter on wiring will follow below. We simply mention that it must be done by a professional electrician and with adherence to all safety regulations.

When installing the base, make sure it is perfectly parallel to the door. Also, check with a spirit level that it is perfectly horizontal. The large hole in the base is for routing the cables. The base is attached with plugs (metal anchors) to the reinforced concrete.

Next, remove the mechanism cover. To remove it, unscrew the corresponding screws. Secure the mechanism to the two screws protruding from the base. Place it on the base and tighten the screws.

To operate the mechanism manually, lift the flap, insert the key into the lock and turn it anti-clockwise as many turns as necessary until the key stops. In this position, the motor has been disengaged, and we leave it in this state until the rack installation is complete.

Point of attention: Before welding operations, disconnect the terminals from the control panel.

 The metal rack consists of one-meter sections. Each section has three (oval-shaped) holes into which the spacers are placed. 

It is advisable to screw the spacers in the middle of the holes to allow for minor adjustments if needed later. As seen in the figure above, there is a wide side of the spacer (shoulder) which is welded to the gate. The main point of attention during the installation of the rack is the small gap that must exist between the gear and the rack. 

 This gap helps ensure the proper operation of the gate. If it's missing, the motor will be forced to carry the gate, and eventually, it will wear out and malfunction. If the gap is too large, the gear might "kick," and the gate's movement won't be smooth. In both cases, problems could arise with either the gate or the motor. 

 The correct gap is around 1.5 mm. To achieve this, we can place the mechanism on a surface of this thickness and proceed with installing the rack in contact with the gear. Then, after removing this surface, the motor will lower by 1.5mm, thus providing the necessary gap.

During the installation of the rack, we must not weld the rack pieces together and must maintain its pitch. Also, the rack must not be welded to the spacers. The following figure shows exactly the procedure to be followed.

It is also important to ensure that the gear engages with the rack throughout the entire travel. If necessary, we can loosen the mounting of the mechanism and move it perpendicularly to the gate leaf to achieve the correct position. 

The necessary check for the correct installation of the rack is performed by opening and closing the gate at a steady speed. If the gate moves smoothly without jolts, noises, etc., then the rack installation is correct. Afterwards, we can tighten the screws of the spacers as well as the mounting screws of the motor.

Important note: Before operating the mechanism electrically, we must first confirm the opening direction (that it is correct) and install the limit switches.

Next, the terminals included in the mechanism kit are installed. Under no circumstances should makeshift terminals be used or their shape modified, as this will cause the mechanism to malfunction. The terminals are positioned to activate the mechanism's limit switches. This is done by pushing the spring-loaded stem of the mechanism in one direction or the other. Special care is required to ensure that the gate stops 2cm before the final position in both the open and closed positions. This way, the gate will not hit any of the fixed points at the end of its travel.