Portavant 80 automatic 8
Revision 12/2017
3 Function description
3.1 General information
The Portavant 80 automatic system is an electro-mechanical drive system for single-sash or
double-sash interior doors. In single-sash operation, the permissible door weight including
add-on parts such as handles ranges from 20 to max. 80 kg. In double-sash operation, the
permissible door weight including add-on parts such as handles ranges from 20 to max.
60 kg per sash. The door sash is connected by roller assemblies.
The maximum permissible opening and closing speed is different for single-sash and
double-sash variants and depends on the door weight set by the installer via the control
panel. The only adjustment that can be made by the user is to reduce the actual motion
speeds. The user-adjustable speeds comply with the requirements for low kinetic energy
operation according to DIN 18650 / EN 16005.
3.2 Teach-in cycle / power failure
When commissioning the device, the installer must make the system perform a teach-in
cycle in order to calibrate the end positions of the door.
If a power failure occurs after commissioning, the door must be push-started manually into
either direction. The user must ensure that the travel path of the doors is free of
obstructions. Push-starting the door will start the automatic teach-in cycle during which the
door slowly moves into its end positions. Settings made via the control unit are not lost in
case of power failure.
3.3 Operating modes and safety levels
Manual mode:
This mode allows the door to be moved manually like a sliding door without power-
assistance. In this mode the motor drive is disabled. All signal senders (push buttons, motion
detectors, etc.) are disabled. The belt drive remains connected to the door, causing it to be
moved when the door is operated manually. This has no adverse effects on the drive unit or
the control system. Manual mode may be used over extended periods.
It represents the highest safety level as the motorised drive is disabled.
Semi-automatic mode:
In semi-automatic mode the door opens and closes automatically when being triggered by a
signal. However, any motion detectors connected are disabled. Door motion must be actively
triggered by push-starting the door at the door handle [Push&Go] or by using the push
button or remote control. The door only moves if willingly commanded to do so by the user.
Accordingly, the user then always has the opportunity to check whether the travel path of the
door is free, and can observe the door as it moves.
This mode represents the second-highest safety level as all door motions are deliberately
triggered and can be observed.
Automatic mode:
In automatic mode, the installed motion detectors can be enabled or disabled by the user
e.g. to temporarily prevent pets from entering or leaving rooms. The door opens when
receiving an impulse from the motion detector or by someone pushing the door handle
[Push&Go] or pressing the push button or remote control. It then closes after an adjustable
open period without any further impulse from the user. This mode represents the third-
highest safety level as door motion is triggered by motion detectors or a timer without a
deliberate decision by the user.
