VS-GSWG Swing Gate Operator Installation Guide 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Approved Obstruction Detection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Safety Information and Warnings . . .
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 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. 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 gate operator mounts bolted to posts secured in concrete footings. The posts support the operator and prevent it from moving during operation. Gate Preparation Before installing the gate operator, make sure the gate’s swing is free and level throughout the entire swing path. If the gate does not seem to operate properly, it may affect the operator performance or greatly shorten the life of the unit.
Operator Preparation GEAR REDUCER Vent Plug Installation In order to keep gear oil from spilling out during shipping, gear reducers used in gate operators have 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 3). With the vent plug installed, remove the vent plug’s breather pin to allow the gear box to vent (see Figure 3).
Operator Setup Controller Access The Controller is protected by a plastic dust cover. To remove the dust cover, loosen the cover’s wing-screw and lift the cover off (see Figure 5). WARNING 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 AC Power Connection All Linear gate operators are supplied with a power disconnect switch to turn on and off the power available to the operator.
Operator Setup (cont.) Open and Close Limit Adjustment The limit nuts are not preset at the factory and must be adjusted for 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. REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FILLER BEFORE ADJUSTING THE LIMIT NUTS. The Controller is factory setup for right-hand installations.
Torque Limiter Adjustment Before adjusting the torque limiter, make sure the gate is in good working condition. With the gate disconnected from the gate arm, one person should be able to move the gate by hand. Be certain the gate moves freely and without binding throughout its travel. Torque limiters are set light at the factory. They must be adjusted during installation, preferably after limit cams have been manually set.
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 24 VOLT INPUT POWER 24 VOLT DC ACCY POWER INDICATION WHEN LIT DURING PROGRAMMING LOW VOLTAGE AC POWER IS PRESENT LOW VOLTAGE DC POWER IS PRESENT OPEN SIGNAL PRESENT FROM THE INTERNAL RECEIVER OR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE OPEN INPUT TERMINAL CLOSE SIGNAL IS PRESENT FROM A DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE CLOSE INPUT TERMINAL STOP INPUT TERMINAL IS OPEN AND NOT CONNECTED TO COMMON OPEN CLOSE ST
Terminal Descriptions TERMINAL AC N AC DC DC + RESET COMMON C B A COMMON SINGLE COMMON FIRE DEPT COMMON OPEN OPEN CLOSE COMMON STOP GROUP 24 VOLT INPUT 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 SOLENOID LOCK FIRE ACCESS SWITCH 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 12.
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 swing gate installations. The advanced programming group contains functions less commonly used (i.e.
Basic Controller Programming (Cont.) FUNCTION Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the operator monitors its motor current. If the open current load exceeds the programmed maximum load range number, the operator will stop, reverse a short distance, then stop again. The Auto Close Timer will be disabled, and another open request will be required to start the operator again.
Advanced Controller Programming FUNCTION Entering Advanced Programming Mode 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: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only). • M4: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only).
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Reset Cycle Count FUNCTION PRESS ENTER TO START THE CYCLE COUNT DISPLAY The Controller counts of the number of times the operator has been cycled full open and close. The cycle count can be displayed. The display will scroll the cycle count number, flashing two digits at a time from left to right.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) FUNCTION Radio Transmitter Learn PRESS ENTER (ONCE FOR EACH TRANSMITTER, UP TO 40 TRANSMITTERS TOTAL) ENTER "TL" The Controller’s built-in MegaCode® radio receiver can store the IDs of up to 40 transmitters. Refer to the figure for the steps required to learn transmitters.
Loop Layout Illustration VS-GSWG Swing Gate Operator Installation Guide - 18 - P1250 Revision X6 7-8-2011
WARNING One or more contact sensors shall be located on the inside and outside leading edge of a swing gate. Additionally, if the bottom edge of a swing gate is greater than six inches (152 mm) above the ground at any point in its arc of travel, one or more contact sensors shall be located on the bottom edge. A hardwired contact sensor shall be located and its wiring arranged so that the communication between the sensor and the gate operator is not subjected to mechanical damage.
Photoeye Installation Illustration VS-GSWG Swing Gate Operator Installation Guide - 20 - P1250 Revision X6 7-8-2011
Dual Gate Installations Optional In-Cabinet Heater Two operators can be used in dual gate installations. The operators communicate with each other through the 3-wire COMM LINK terminals. The operator can be ordered with an optional cold weather package that includes an in-cabinet heater to keep the drive train and electronics warm in cold environments. When one operator activates, the COMM LINK connection signals the other operator to activate.
Reverse Input Gate Operation Open Button 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. If the reverse input is triggered while the gate is closing, the gate will reverse to the full open position.
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.
Gate stopping part way open or closed (but no visible obstruction) Troubleshooting Contacting Technical Support For technical questions regarding Linear gate operators, contact the Technical Services Department at: 1-800-421-1587 from 5:00 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.
6-Month Preventative Maintenance 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.
Model VS-GSWG Exploded View VS-GSWG Swing Gate Operator Installation Guide - 26 - P1250 Revision X6 7-8-2011
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Controller Parts List 6 1 8 3 OPEN/RESET 5 SHADOW/RESET 9 VS-GSWG CONTROLLER MECHANICAL PARTS LIST REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION 1 2 2520-543 2520-544 2520-545 2520-546 2520-547 2520-548 2520-549 2520-550 2520-551 2520-552 2520-553 2120-447 2500-212 2500-791 2500-214 VS-GSWG 4 2 REF.
Variable Speed Drive Programming CAUTION This unit has been programmed at the factory. No changes should be necessary for normal operation. PLEASE CONSULT THE FACTORY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! Programming the Hitachi Inverter 1. Apply power 2. Press FUNC 3. Use ▲▼ arrows to advance to F_ _ (F002 for L200) 4. Press FUNC arrow to get to F02 (L100 ONLY) 5. Press FUNC, arrows to change to 3.0 (3.00 for L200), STR 6.
Gate Arm Assembly Parts List NOTE: GATE-ATTACHMENT HARDWARE SHOWN FOR CLARITY ONLY - NOT INCLUDED IN ARM ASSEMBLY GATE ARM ASSEMBLY MECHANICAL PARTS LIST REF.
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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.
