SLR - SLC - SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide IN T E R T E K CM C US L I ST E D Operator models contained in this manual conform to UL325 standard for use in Class I, II, III, and IV applications USA & Canada (800) 421-1587 & (800) 392-0123 (760) 438-7000 - Toll Free FAX (800) 468-1340 www.linearcorp.
Table of Contents Pre-installation Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Before You Begin... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Always Check the Gate’s Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Gate Operator Classifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-installation Information Safety Information and Warnings Before You Begin... THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Before unpacking, inspect the carton for exterior damage. If you find damage, advise the delivery carrier of a potential claim. Inspect your package carefully. You can check your accessory box parts with the enclosed packing slip for your convenience. Claims for shortages will be honored for only 30 days from the date of shipment.
Wiring Specifications Refer to the following steps for details on power and accessory wiring for the operator. WARNING VOLTS & HP 115 VOLTS 1/2-HP ALL AC ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SOURCE AND THE OPERATOR MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND MUST OBSERVE ALL NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. 230 VOLTS 1/2-HP USE COPPER WIRE ONLY! AC Power Wiring 1. Find the listing on this page corresponding to the model, voltage and horsepower rating of your operator. 2.
Mounting Pad Installation WARNING The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for vehicles. Pedestrians must be supplied with a separate access opening. The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian usage. Locate the gate such that persons will not come into contact with the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate. The gate operator mounts bolted to a custom poured concrete mounting pad.
Gate Bracket and Chain Assembly 8 ✓ NOTE: The item numbers shown in these illustrations are for reference only. For the actual part numbers, refer to the parts lists in the rear of this manual. 9 Assemble a gate bracket (1) to the front edge of the gate, using two U-bolts (2), and mounting hardware (3). Before tightening down completely, be sure the bracket is parallel to the gate.
Operator Preparation GEAR REDUCER Vent Plug Installation In order to keep gear oil from spilling out during shipping, gear reducers used in this gate operator has either a solid plug, or a sealed vent plug, installed at the factory. REMOVE THE SOLID PLUG WITH AN ALLEN WRENCH For operators with a solid plug, replace the solid plug with the vent plug provided (see Figure 5). With the vent plug installed, remove the vent plug’s breather pin to allow the gear box to vent (see Figure 5).
Operator Setup (Continued) Limit Nuts Rough Adjustment The limit nuts are not preset at the factory and must be adjusted for the length of the gate in each installation. The limit switches are activated by two threaded nylon rotary limit nuts which are attached to a threaded limit shaft driven by a chain and sprockets from the main drive shaft (see Figure 8). REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FILLER BEFORE ADJUSTING THE LIMIT NUTS.
Controller Features WHIP ANTENNA ANTENNA CONNECTOR POWER INDICATORS OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING INDICATORS OPERATION BUTTONS DISPLAY PROGRAMMING BUTTONS SOLAR PANEL TERMINALS INPUT POWER TERMINALS MOTOR BOARD COVER ACCESSORY POWER TERMINALS BATTERY TERMINALS RESET BUTTON TERMINALS PLUG-IN LOOP DETECTOR CONNECTORS PRIMARY/ SECONDARY COMM LINK TERMINALS SINGLE INPUT TERMINALS FIRE DEPT INPUT TERMINALS OPEN INPUT TERMINALS 3-BUTTON STATION TERMINALS OPEN AND CLOSE OBSTRUCTION INPUT TERMINALS SHADO
Indicator Descriptions INDICATOR DEFINITION OPERATION INDICATION WHEN LIT DURING NORMAL OPERATION PROGRAMMING INDICATION WHEN LIT DURING PROGRAMMING 24 VOLT INPUT POWER LOW VOLTAGE AC POWER IS PRESENT 24 VOLT DC ACCY POWER LOW VOLTAGE DC POWER IS PRESENT OPEN OPEN SIGNAL PRESENT FROM THE INTERNAL RECEIVER OR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE OPEN INPUT TERMINAL CLOSE CLOSE SIGNAL IS PRESENT FROM A DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE CLOSE INPUT TERMINAL STOP STOP INPUT TERMINAL IS OPEN AND NOT CONNECTED
Terminal Descriptions TERMINAL AC N AC DC DC + RESET COMMON GROUP FUNCTION 24 VOLT INPUT FACTORY CONNECTED TO 24 VAC FROM TRANSFORMER OR 24 VDC FROM CONTINUOUS DUTY DC SUPPLY. ACCESSORY POWER PROVIDES 24 VOLT DC POWER FOR ACCESSORIES. (.5A MAX) RESET BUTTON FACTORY CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER’S RESET BUTTON. COMM LINK FOR 3-WIRE NETWORK CONNECTION TO SECOND OPERATOR IN DUAL GATE INSTALLATIONS. SINGLE BUTTON INPUT CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH FOR SINGLE BUTTON OPERATION.
Operator Accessory Connections 3-BUTTON STATION TELEPHONE ENTRY PHOTOEYE FOR REVERSE KEYPAD PHOTOEYE FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION KEYSWITCH FIRE ACCESS SWITCH SOLENOID LOCK EXTERNAL POWER PHOTOEYE FOR OPEN OBSTRUCTION SINGLE-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER MAGLOCK GATE EDGE SENSOR FOR REVERSE TWO-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER WARNING STROBE OR AUDIBLE SOUNDER CHANNEL #1 OPEN/CLOSE WIRELESS GATE EDGE SENSOR MGT TRANSMITTER Figure 11.
Basic Controller Programming Programming Overview PROGRAM INDICATOR The Controller can be programmed with various options for the operator. The programming fields are defined as “functions” that have “options”. To make setup easier for the installer, the Controller’s programming is divided into two groups: basic and advanced. The basic programming group contains the functions commonly used in most slide gate installations. The advanced programming group contains functions less commonly used (i.e.
Basic Controller Programming (Cont.) Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm FUNCTION The factory default is Run Alarm on and a 3-second Pre‑start Alarm. The operator’s beeper will sound 3 seconds before the operator starts. The options are: • Run Alarm Off and Pre-start Alarm Off • Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm Off • Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm On for 3-9 Seconds Maximum Open Direction Current Setting To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the operator monitors its motor current.
Advanced Controller Programming Entering Advanced Programming Mode FUNCTION To access and program the Advanced Programming functions, for each programming session, Advanced Programming must be enabled. OPTIONS ADVANCED PROGRAMMING OPTIONS WILL BE DISPLAYED After exiting programming, the Advanced Programming functions will be available on the programming display during the next programming session unless the operator has run 50 or more cycles. After that, Advanced Programming must be enabled again.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Auxiliary Relay Mode FUNCTION The Auxiliary Relay has normally open and normally closed contacts. The factory setting disables the Auxiliary Relay. The relay can be set for: • Maglock: The relay will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only), to deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock. • Ticket Dispenser: The relay will energize while the gate is moving in the open direction and at the full open limit, or in an entrapment condition.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Soft Start/Stop Duration FUNCTION ✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed in Model SLD operators set for DC motor operation with soft start motor selection. SOFT START DISABLED "SS" This function is only used with DC slide gate Model SLD. This function causes the operator to start and stop the DC motor slowly reducing gate wear and tear (at the full open or closed positions only). The factory default sets the Soft Start/Stop Duration to 3 seconds.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Radio Enable FUNCTION The Controller contains a built-in MegaCode® radio receiver to allow activation from up to 40 access control transmitters and two Model MGT (gate edge) transmitters. The factory default enables the internal radio receiver. Alternately, the internal receiver can be disabled. OPTIONS "RA" INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER DISABLED INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER ENABLED Antenna Installation The Controller is supplied with a local whip antenna installed.
SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED 7 FEET MINIMUM DISTANCE FROM GATE SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide USE RELIEF CUTS AT CORNERS TWIST WIRE FROM END OF LOOPS BACK TO OPERATOR AT LEAST SIX TIMES PER FOOT 2" MAX.
SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide SEE NOTE ITEM #3 SEE NOTE ITEM #1 SEE NOTE ITEM #1 FOR CLARITY, FENCE AND PEDESTRIAN GATE NOT SHOWN - 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 ITEM SEE NOTE ITEM #1 DESCRIPTION 2 GATE (REFERENCE ONLY) EDGE EDGE EXTRUSION SPACERS (3) 8-32 X 1" SCREWS (3) RETAINING BRACKET SEE NOTE ITEM #4 SLIDE GATE OPERATOR WITH RADIO RECEIVER MOUNTED INSIDE NOTES: 1. WIRE THESE EDGES FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION 2. WIRE THESE EDGES FOR OPEN OBSTRUCTION 3.
SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide SEE NOTE ITEM #3 SEE NOTE ITEM #1 SEE NOTE ITEM #1 SEE NOTE ITEM #2 SEE NOTE ITEM #2 THIS DRAWING IS INTENDED TO DRAW ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE LOCATIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CONTACT OR NON-CONTACT OBSTRUCTION SENSING DEVICES. OTHER AREAS OF ENTRAPMENT MAY EXIST DEPENDING ON EACH SPECIFIC INSTALLATION. SEE NOTE ITEM #1 SEE NOTE ITEM #4 JUNCTION BOX MOUNTED TO FENCE POST - 19 - NOTES: 1. WIRE THESE EDGES FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION 2.
SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN WALKGATE REQUIRED 7 FEET MINIMUM DISTANCE FROM GATE SEE ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS FOR DETAILS OF WIRING PHOTOEYES PHOTOEYE CAN BE MOUNTED ACROSS DRIVE WIRED FOR REVERSE ONLY, ON EITHER SIDE OF THE GATE PHOTOEYE TO PROTECT FENCE LINE OUTSIDE OF PROTECTED AREA WIRED FOR OPEN OBSTRUCTION CARE MUST BE TAKEN IN THE PLACEMENT OF PHOTOEYES TO MINIMIZE NUISANCE TRIPPING PHOTOEYE TO GUARD POCKET AREA.
SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED 7 FT.
SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide - 22 - C-CHANNEL ATTACHED TO BACK END OF TRACK GATE (BY OTHERS) OVERHEAD TRACK GATE WITH ADDED BUSTLE FOR GATE BRACKET ATTACHMENT COVER GATE WITH FABRIC WITH OPENINGS SMALLE THAN 2 1/4" TO A MINIMUM HEIGHT OF 48" ABOVE GROUND.
Dual Gate Installations Two operators can be used in dual gate installations. The operators communicate with each other through the 3‑wire COMM LINK terminals. When one operator activates, the COMM LINK connection signals the other operator to activate. Each operator functions independently, controlling its gate and monitoring its inputs and accessories. DUAL GATE COMM LINK WIRING OPERATOR #1 SHIELD A three-wire shielded conductor cable is required to connect two operators together for dual operation.
Gate Operation Operation Indications Open Button During normal operation, the Controller’s displays will indicate current operating conditions and status. Opens the gate. If the Controller is programmed to stop opening the gate at mid-travel, a constant press of the OPEN button will override the Mid‑travel Stop and completely open the gate. If the Auto Close Timer is set, it will be suspended until the OPEN button is released. Close Button Closes the gate if the gate is open.
Error Indications CONTROLLER ERROR CAUSES AND INDICATIONS During abnormal operation, the Controller’s displays and beeper will indicate the error condition that has occurred. Entrapment If an entrapment condition occurs detected by two repeated open or close obstruction triggers, the Controller will lock the operator out. The beeper will sound constantly and the gate will not operate. To reset the Controller press the STOP button or press the RESET button on the operator’s cover.
Troubleshooting Gate stopping part way open or closed (but no visible obstruction) Contacting Technical Support For technical questions regarding Linear gate operators, contact the Technical Services Department at: 1-800-421-1587 from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM Pacific time Operator fails to start A. If the operator has been running a large number of cycles, the motor may have become too hot and tripped its thermal overload breaker.
Model SLR Exploded View 30 NOTE: MAY HAVE OPTIONAL TORQUE LIMITER 31 10 16 19 18 17 35 20 8 12 11 1 9 14 4 21 7 1A 13 7A 15 36 23 22 29 39 27 28 34 2A 24 2 REF.
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Model SLD Exploded View 1 1A 1B NOTE: MAY HAVE OPTIONAL TORQUE LIMITER 35 20 30 31 10 16 19 18 8 12 11 9 14 17 4 21 7 13 7A 29 23 15 27 38 33 40 36 22 25 34 2A 24 26 2 41 SLR • SLC • SLD Slide Gate Operator Installation Guide 3 - 30 - 32 227968 Revision X13 2-3-09
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Model SLD Maintenance Battery Maintenance DC Motor Brush Replacement The gel-cell batteries in this operator require no routine maintenance. For assured continued performance, they should be replaced every year. If power is to be removed for one week or more, disconnect the negative wire from the batteries as this will prevent deep discharging. Fully charge before use after storage or upon initial installation. Brushes should be inspected every 100,000 cycles or yearly, whichever comes first.
Preventative Maintenance 6-Month Preventative Maintenance WARNING Always disconnect power from operator before servicing. Keep clear of gate during operation. General Linear gate operators are designed for many years of trouble-free operation and, under recommended operating conditions, will require only minimal maintenance. To ensure that a unit is ready for operation at all times, and to preclude serious damage or failure, inspect the unit systematically.
Gate Operator Installation Checklist INSTALLER CUSTOMER ❑ ❑ 1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions. ❑ ❑ 2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have contact and/or non-contact obstruction sensing devices installed. ❑ ❑ 3. The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing devices, in compliance with UL325 requirements for this installation. ❑ ❑ 4.
