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Instructions for installation and start-up of the automation
This SECTION provides a step-by-step description of all phases of prod-
uct installation (mechanical assembly, electrical connections, testing)
and initial start-up (operating settings).
These phases are preceded by a number of very important instructions,
which regard safety, product characteristics and system feasibility.
1.1) Safety precautions and warnings
The product installation, programming and start-up procedures
must be performed exclusively by technically qualified personnel, in
observance of current legislation and standards governing these
operations, and according to the instructions in this manual.
This manual has been drawn up to provide a step-by-step guide to
the procedures of installation, programming and start-up of the Soon
gearmotor. All tasks required, together with the necessary instruc-
tions, are specified in the exact order in which they must be per-
formed.
It is therefore important to read all sections of the manual before
starting installation. We recommend in particular to carefully read the
Sections containing the essential information on SAFETY, i.e. this
Section 1, Section 3 - CHECKS BEFORE INSTALLATION AND
PRODUCT APPLICATION LIMITS and Section 8 - SYSTEM TEST-
ING AND COMMISSIONING.
In consideration of the hazards that may arise during installation and
daily use of the product, installation must be in full observance of the
European Directive 98/37/EC (Machinery Directive governing the
installation of power-operated doors and gates) and in particular
standards EN 12445, EN 12453 and EN 12635.
Compliance with this Directive will enable operation in maximum
safety, and the issue of the relative declaration of conformity at the
end of installation, with the consequent guarantee of system safety.
NOTE:
Further information and guidelines on the risk assessment,
useful when drawing up the “Technical Documentation” are available
on the Internet site: www.niceforyou.com
• Use of the Soon product other than as specified in this manual is
strictly prohibited. Improper use constitutes a risk of damage to the
product and a hazard to persons and objects.
• Never apply modifications to any of the product components, un-
less expressly specified in the manual. Unauthorised interventions
can lead to malfunctions and Nice
®
declines all liability for damage
caused by makeshift modifications to the product.
• Before starting installation, an assessment of the associated risks
must be made, including a list of the essential safety requirements
as envisaged in Appendix I of the Machinery Directive, specifying
the relative solutions adopted. Note that the risk assessment is
one of the documents included in the automation Technical docu-
menta-tion.
• Before starting installation, check whether other devices or mate-
rials are required to complete automation with Soon, evaluating the
specific application and associated risks; for example considering
the risks of impact, crushing, shearing, dragging and other haz-
ards in general.
• Connect the Soon control unit only to an electric power line
equipped with an earthing system.
• During installation, prevent any parts of the automation from com-
ing into contact with water or other liquids, or penetration of these
liquids and/or objects inside the control unit and other open de-
vices. Should this occur, disconnect the power supply immediate-
ly and contact a Nice
®
service centre:
Use of Soon in these conditions constitutes a hazard!
• Never keep Soon components near to sources of heat and never
expose to naked flames. This may damage system components
and cause malfunctions, fire or hazardous situations
• During installation, all operations requiring access to internal parts,
concealed by the Soon cover (e.g. terminals) must be performed
with the power supply disconnected. If the connection is already
made and the disconnection devices are concealed, a suitable
notice must be affixed, indicating: WARNING: MAINTENANCE in
PROGRESS:
• During installation, if electrical safety device trip, such as circuit
breakers or fuses, the cause of the fault must be identified and
eliminated before resuming normal operation.
• At the end of installation, the automation may only be used after
completing the “commissioning” procedure as specified in Section
8 - SYSTEM TESTING AND COMMISSIONING.
• In the event of prolonged periods of disuse, the optional battery of
Soon should be removed and stored in a dry location. This pre-
caution will prevent deterioration and the risk of leakage of haz-
ardous substances from the battery.
• In the event of a fault not remediable with the information in this
manual, contact an authorised Nice
®
Service centre.
• The Soon product packaging material must be disposed of in full
observance of current local legislation governing waste disposal.
• Take care to conserve this manual to facilitate future maintenance
and interventions on the product.
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1) Working in safety
2.1) Product description, intended use and technical data
2) Product specifications
SOON is an electromechanical operator for the automation of sec-
tional doors up to 20 m
2
. Thanks to the cable outlet shaft, it enables
simple connection with the spring support shaft of most commer-
cially available sectional doors.
The SOA2 control unit, as well as powering the DC motor, enables
optimal control of the gearmotor torque and speed and precise mea-
surement of distances, gradual start-up and closure, and ob-stacle
detection. It is also equipped with a maintenance indicator to enable
recording of the manoeuvres performed by the gearmotor during its
lifetime.
The release mechanism, activated from the ground, disengages the
motor from the reduction unit.
