Allstar Products Group ANSI-UL 325 User Manual
INSTALLATION AND
OWNER’S MANUAL
GATE STAR 4000
Model GS4000 - Heavy Duty Commercial
Vehicular Swing Gate Operator
New - Allstar’s
CGA2K™
TECHNOLOGY!
Meets all March 1, 2000
UL325 requirements.
Serial #:
Date Installed:
Your Dealer:
As of date of manufacture,
meets all ANSI/UL 325
Safety Requirements for
Vehicular gate operators
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READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLATION OR USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pre-Installation Notes................................................... 3
Operator Class Designation ................................... 3
Section A: Gate System Design/Installation............. 4
Section B: Preparing the Site ..................................... 6
The Concrete Operator Pad.................................... 6
Placing the Vehicle Detector Loops ..................... 6
Electrical Power Requirements.............................. 8
Section C: Installing the Operator ............................. 9
Placing the Mechanical Unit ................................. 10
Installing the Arm .................................................. 10
Installing the Control Box..................................... 11
Electrical Hookup .................................................. 11
Schematic and Wiring Diagram............................ 11
Wiring the Mechanical Unit and Control Box...... 12
Bi-Parting Wiring Diagrams .................................. 13
Accessory Equipment Hookup .................. 13,15,16
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE
ONLY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN SHOULD SERVICE THIS GATE OPERATOR
PERIODICALLY TEST SENSITIVITY OF OVERLOAD
*** READ MANUAL ***
Pre-Setting the Motor Overload Sensitivity.........17
Terminal Strip Reference Chart..................... 17 - 19
Section D: Starting the Operator.............................. 19
Setting the Limit Switches .................................... 19
Setting the Switch Selectable Options ................19
No Load Test Mode................................................ 19
Applying Power......................................................20
Indicator Lamps ..................................................... 20
Maximum Run Timer.............................................. 22
Final Settings .........................................................22
Section E: Auxiliary Equipment ............................... 23
Section F: End User Instructions ............................. 24
Safety Guide for the End User .............................. 24
Operational Guide for the End User..................... 25
Operator Exploded View & Parts List .............. 26 & 27
Technical Specifications............................................28
LOG DATE OVERLOAD TEST
DATE TESTED DATE TESTED DATE TESTED DATE TESTED
READ THESE STATEMENTS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS CLOSELY.
The Warning and Caution boxes throughout this manual are there to protect you and
your equipment. Pay close attention to these boxes as you follow the manual.
DATES
SERVICED
Figure 1: Test Log
WARNING
Indicates a MECHANICAL
hazard of INJURY OR
DEATH. Gives instructions
to avoid the hazard.
CAUTION
Indicates a MECHANICAL hazard
of DAMAGE to your gate, gate
operator, or equipment. Gives
instructions to avoid the hazard.
2
WARNING
Indicates an ELECTRICAL
hazard of INJURY OR
DEATH. Gives instructions
to avoid the hazard.
CAUTION
Indicates an ELECTRICAL hazard
of DAMAGE to your gate, gate
operator, or equipment. Gives
instructions to avoid the hazard.
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
The Allstar Gate Star 4000 (GS4000) Vehicular Gate Operator will
provide convenience and assurance to the ultimate users for many
years. It is ruggedly built of the finest materials and has been
thoroughly inspected and tested at the Allstar factory. It has many
features that will aid in the installation and testing of the complete gate
system. The GS4000 is certified to comply with UL Standard for
Safety 325, as revised March 1, 2000. (115 Volt version only.)
NOTICE - BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION,
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY SO YOU WILL
BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE
FEATURES OF THE GS4000 AND ITS PROPER
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
.
The GS4000 Vehicular Swing Gate Operator is designated a Class I
Residential Vehicular Swing Gate Operator, and is intended to operate
a vehicular swing gate installed on a residential home, maximum of
four single families in the dwelling, or a garage or parking area
associated with that home. The GS4000 vehicular gate operator is also
designated Class II (Commercial location or multi-family home); III
(industrial location not intended to service the general public); and IV
(secure or restricted access locations, ie. airports and prisons). The
GS4000 may be used in any Class location.
Because the Allstar GS4000 (as well as gate operators sold by other
manufactures) is designed to start and move gates weighing as much as
1000 pounds,---the Allstar GS4000 is capable of producing high levels
of force. It is important in the design of the total gate system that
designers, installers and users be aware of the hazards that may be
associated with the IMPROPER design, installation and use of
Vehicular Gate systems and Gate Operators.
The gate operator is only one part of a complete automatic gate
operating system. As each location and usage is different, a properly
designed system will include all applicable safety devices.
The GS4000 CGA2K™ Technology provides several features that
can help reduce the hazards of your gate system.
Built-In Overload Detector Sensing System
The Allstar GS4000 has a built-in "overload detector" that can help
reduce the hazards of your gate system. This device, however, must not
be considered as the primary defense system. Consider all available
options (electric leading edges, photoelectric sensors, protective screen
mesh, etc) to eliminate hazards in your gate system design.
The Allstar GS4000 built-in overload detector will activate if there is an
abrupt increase in motor current above that normally required to move
the gate. The overload detection point is an adjustable setting that must
be determined at the time of installation. This setting must be tested
periodically to ensure proper operation. Diligent maintenance of the
gate hinges and hardware will assure the most responsive operation of
the overload detector. See pages 17 & 23.
ADVISE THE PURCHASER TO CHECK THE SENSITIVITY OF
THE OVERLOAD PERIODICALLY AND, AFTER REMOVING
THE CONTROL BOX COVER, LOG THE DATE TESTED ON THE
LOG LOCATED ON PAGE TWO OF THIS MANUAL (See Figure 1,
pg. 2.)
The GS4000 is also provided with a Torque Limiter that may be
adjusted to "slip" when an obstruction is encountered. However, the
purpose of the Torque Limiter is to protect the GS4000 mechanical
parts. Whether the overload is activated before the Torque Limiter slips
will depend upon the "tightness" of the adjustment of the Torque
Limiter. This adjustment will be explained in the final check out of the
GS4000.
Connections for External Entrapment Prevention Sensors
Because all gate system installations are different, the GS4000 control
panel provides independent connections for Open and Close noncontact (photoelectric) and contact (edge) sensors. In this way a
photoelectric sensor could be utilized to guard the gate area when
closing and an edge sensor would provide the protection when opening.
Depending on the particular application a combination contact and noncontact sensor protection system for the open and close directions may
provide more effective entrapment protection than a single device for
both directions. See pages 4, 5, 13, 18, 24, and 25.
NOTICE - THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CANNOT
COVER ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS AND
SITUATIONS WHICH MAY OCCUR DURING ITS USE. IT
MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT COMMON SENSE AND
CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED BY THE PERSON(S)
INSTALLING, MAINTAINING AND OPERATING THE
EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED HEREIN. DO NOT USE THIS
EQUIPMENT FOR ANY OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED
PURPOSE — OPERATING A SWING GATE.
Audio Alarm and AlarmAble™ Open/Close Push Button Enableon-Alarm Only (Patent No. 6,611,205)
The GS4000 has an audio alarm that sounds when a second occurrence
of the built-in overload activation is registered before an end limit
(open or close) is reached. The alarm continues to sound warning until
a fixed wire input is activated or five (5) minutes pass. As with the
built-in overload detector, Diligent maintenance of the gate hinges and
hardware will avoid nuisance operation of the overload detector and
thereby avoid nuisance operation of the audio alarm. Allstar’s patented
AlarmAble™ Open/Close Push Button Enable-on-Alarm Only feature
can be set to provide a secure control station that will be functional in
an emergency situation. See pages 18, 19, 24, and 25.
SMART™ Self Adjusting MAximum Run Timer
The GS4000 has a Self adjusting MAximum Run Timer, SMART™.
The amount of time for the first few cycles of operation are registered
and averaged within the motor controller circuitry. After the first few
initial cycles, if the gate is activated and no other command is given or
an end limit (open or close) is not reached in the previously counted
cycle time plus approximately 4 seconds, the operator will be turned
off. See page 22.
OTHER FEATURES
Auto Close Timer: Adjustable from 2 to 60 seconds, provides an
automatic closure of the gate from the full open position. See page 19.
Timer Re-close On/Off Switch: Enables an automatic closure of the
gate from a partially closed position if the close movement was
initiated by the Auto Close Timer and the close cycle was interrupted
by a non-contact (photoelectric) sensor input. See page 20.
Diagnostic LEDs on the Motor Controller Board: Provides a visual
indication of the status of the gate system operation. See page 20.
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A: GATE SYSTEM DESIGN/ INSTALLATION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH: READ AND FOLLOW
WARNING!
ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND
GATE SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS!
GATE SYSTEM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
SAFETY CHECK LIST:
• The GS4000 operator may be installed on a Class I, II, III, or IV
Vehicular Swing Gate. See page 3 for an explanation of the
different Class locations. See the last page of this manual for the
operator specifications (voltage, maximum gate weight & length
etc.).
• Make sure that the gate moves freely, all hinges are in good
working order, the gate does not bind in any manner and the gate
swing area is clean and free of irregularities. DO NOT
INSTALL THE OPERATOR UNTIL ALL GATE PROBLEMS
HAVE BEEN CORRECTED.
• Do not increase the built-in overload detector adjustment or
overtighten the torque limiter to compensate for a poorly
working gate. A well maintained gate will ensure easy manual
operation (if needed) and maximum operator obstruction
sensitivity.
• Install the operator on the inside of the property/fence line. DO
NOT install an operator on the public side of the fence line or
gate. Outward swinging gates should not open into public areas.
• The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance
is supplied between the gate and any adjacent structures when
opening and closing to reduce the risk of entrapment.
• Make sure the gate operating system is placed far enough back
from the road to eliminate traffic backup. The distance from the
road, size of the gate, usage level and gate cycle/speed must be
taken into consideration to eliminate potential hazards.
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ENTRAPMENT
ZONE
PINCH POINTS
ENTRAPMENT
ZONE
ELECTRIC GATE EDGE
Figure 3
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Figure 2
• For ORNAMENTAL “GRILL TYPE” GATES (or any other
type of open gate where a handhold or toehold may be achieved),
injuries may occur when people put arms through the openings or
children “ride” the gate by standing on the bars and holding on to
the gate. THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD CAN BE MINIMIZED
BY INSTALLING A MESH SCREEN ON THE GATE. Allstar
strongly recommends the entire gate and adjacent fence area the
gate covers when open be meshed or guarded such that a
handhold or toehold cannot be achieved. See Figure 2.
• All Allstar gate operators are VEHICULAR GATE
OPERATORS and as such are NOT RECOMMENDED FOR
PEDESTRIAN traffic. In installations where pedestrians are
likely to be nearby, install a pedestrian gate and use leading
edge detectors and/or photocells in your design to protect system
entrapment zones. Allstar can provide these products for
incorporation in your design.
• Use the illustration at left (Figure 3) to minimize the risk of
injury in your design of the swing gate operator system.
IDENTIFY THE ENTRAPMENT ZONES AND PINCH
POINT AREAS IN YOUR GATE. Design the gate installation
to minimize the risk of entrapment in these areas. Install
additional safety equipment such as four wire edges and
photocells to further minimize risk. All entrapment zones are
required to be protected.
• Entrapment Zones: Design in personal entrapment protection
devices to protect people from entrapment in the zones shown in
Figure 3 at left.
• Pinch Points: Use protective measures (guards, padded edges,
etc.) to protect people from the pinch points shown in Figure 3 at
left.
• SWING GATES HAVE THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF
HANDS AND FINGERS BEING PINCHED between the gate
edge and the post to which the gate is mounted. It is
recommended that the hinges be mounted so that this opening
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A: GATE SYSTEM DESIGN INSTALLATION
increases as the gate swings open. PROTECT THIS "PINCH
POINT" SO THIS HAZARD IS AVERTED. See Figure 3.
• CONSIDER ALL OTHER "PINCH POINTS" IN YOUR
DESIGN of the gate system. Observe the arm as it opens and the
two arm pieces swing past each other. Use protective measures to
reduce hazards at this location. Restrict access to the arm motion.
See Figure 3.
• DO NOT consider the built-in overload detector as the primary
defense system. Consider all options in the gate system design.
• DO NOT connect any auxiliary equipment to the GS4000
(detectors, card readers, etc.) until the gate operator and all its
functions are fully tested. Only connect one device at a time and
ensure its proper function(s) before moving on to the next device.
• DO NOT locate any control device (key switch, switch, key pad,
card reader, etc.) in a position where it may be activated by a
person reaching through the gate or while touching the gate in any
manner. Locate all control devices a minimum of 10 feet from the
gate when opened or closed.
MOVING GATE
CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS
INJURY OR
DEATH
KEEP CLEAR !
Gate May Move at Any Time.
Do not allow children to play
in gate area or operate gate.
Operate gate only when gate
area is in sight and free of
people and obstructions.
Figure 4
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• Outdoor or easily accessible controls must be of the security type
to prevent unauthorized use of the system.
• Install all devices that will open or close the gate in such a manner
that THE GATE WILL BE IN FULL VIEW WHEN THE
DEVICE IS OPERATED.
• Before activating the "timer to close" option of the GS4000,
ENSURE THE PERSONAL ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION
DEVICES (operator reversing feature, edges, photocells) ARE
OPERATING and install VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS AND
VEHICLE DETECTORS for protection of user vehicles. Read the
manual for information on the installation of these devices. IF
VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED TO
PREVENT THE GATE FROM CLOSING ON A VEHICLE,
INSTRUCT THE USER TO PERIODICALLY CHECK THE
OPERATION OF THE DETECTORS.
• USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING NEAR THE
BELTS AND PULLEYS when the operator cover is removed.
Apply power to the operator only when instructed to do so.
• When the GS4000 Control Box cover is removed, high voltage
will be exposed. EVEN IF THE RED POWER LIGHT IS NOT
LIGHTED, HIGH VOLTAGE AC MAY STILL BE PRESENT
ON TERMINALS L1 AND L2. NEVER LEAVE THE
INSTALLATION WITH THE CONTROL BOX COVER
REMOVED.
• ALWAYS TURN OFF THE POWER BEFORE ATTEMPTING
SERVICE OF EITHER THE ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL
SYSTEMS.
• SECURELY ATTACH THE WARNING SIGNS provided with
the GS4000 on the gate (one on the outside and one on the inside)
where they can be seen by persons in the area of the gate to alert
them of automatic gate operation. (If the user refuses to have the
warning signs installed, Allstar recommends that you note this on
your records and have the user sign a disclaimer.) See Figure 4.
AS THE INSTALLER YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
1 ASSURING THAT THE OWNER/END USER OF THE
SYSTEM UNDERSTANDS ITS BASIC OPERATION AND
SAFETY FEATURES. IN PARTICULAR, BE SURE THE
OWNER/END USER UNDERSTANDS THE LOCATION
AND OPERATION OF A MANUAL DISCONNECT
(WHERE PROVIDED) OR HOW TO OPERATE THE
GATE M
2 YOU ALSO HAVE THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY
OF INSURING THAT ALL POSSIBLE OPERATIONAL
HAZARDS HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED AND
ELIMINATED. YOU MUST ADVISE AND WARN THE
PURCHASER AND THE ULTIMATE USER OF ANY
HAZARDS THAT YOU HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO
ELIMINATE.
3 POINTING OUT TO THE OWNER/END USER OF THE
GATE SYSTEM THAT CHILDREN OR PETS ARE NOT
ALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR THE GATE, FENCE
OR ANY PART OF THE SYSTEM, AND THAT THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THIS
OPERATOR AND THEIR IMPLEMENTATION ARE
THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER/END USER.
4 LEAVING THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL FOR THIS OPERATOR AS WELL AS ANY
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION SUPPLIED
WITH THIS OPERATOR OR OTHER COMPONENTS OF
THE GATE SYSTEM WITH THE OWNER/END USER.
5 NOT PLACING IN SERVICE THIS OPERATOR IF YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE
GATE OPERATING SYSTEM. CONSULT THE
OPERATOR MANUFACTURER.
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B: PREPARING THE SITE
THE CONCRETE PAD
The standard GS4000 is designed to operate a single leaf gate. The
control box and mechanical units are separate devices. It is necessary
to find a suitable location to mount the control box, i.e., post or wall.
Separate low voltage and high voltage conduits will be run between the
control box and mechanical unit. (See Figure 8.)
To properly install a bi-parting gate system, it is necessary to add one
additional mechanical unit to the design. The control box will operate
two mechanical units. It is necessary to run an additional low voltage
and high voltage conduit between the two mechanical units. (See
Figure 8.)
pay particular attention to the bolt pattern and the location of the
mounting holes with respect to the center line of the gate post. It is
critical for the proper operation of the Arm that the center line of the
shaft of the GS4000 MECHANICAL UNIT be located exactly as
shown on the bolt pattern drawing, Figure 6.
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Figure 5: Pad Configuration
The Installation of the GS4000 MECHANICAL UNIT will require a
suitable concrete pad as a mounting base. The dimensions of the
concrete pad should be sufficient to allow at least 3" of clearance from
each edge of the pad to the nearest operator mounting hole. The top of
the pad should be at least 3" above grade to raise the operator above
any standing water. The depth of the pad below grade is dependent on
the weight and size of the gate and the soil conditions at the site of the
installation. ALWAYS FOLLOW LOCAL BUILDING CODES.
If no suitable concrete base exists, a pad must be poured. See Figure 6
for plans for this pad. If the location of the operator is such that
vehicles have the potential of hitting the operator, consideration should
be given to installation of protective posts in front of the operator.
If a suitable concrete base already exists for mounting the operator it
will be necessary only to drill mounting holes for the GS4000
MECHANICAL UNIT. 3/4" mounting holes are located on the front
and rear of the MECHANICAL UNIT. The bolt pattern is shown in
Figure 6. The mounting bolts should be 1/2" diameter or larger. "Red
head" or wedge anchor concrete bolts are usually satisfactory.
If mounting anchor bolts are to be installed prior to pouring the pad,
Figure 6: Operator Footprint
PLACING THE VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS
If Vehicle Detectors are to be used with the GS4000, the "Loops" to be
buried in the drive should be installed during the site preparation phase
of the installation. Proper placement of the Vehicle Detector wire loops
is critical if the loops are to provide satisfactory, extended service.
THE MOST IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS ARE: 1) PROPER
WIRE TYPE AND, 2) GOOD, TIGHT CONNECTIONS FROM THE
LOOP TO THE LOOP TERMINATING CONNECTOR. The
termination of the loop wires will be at the Vehicle Detector itself,
not on the GS4000 terminal board. Observe the wiring diagram
supplied with the Vehicle Detector Manufacturer. The Vehicle
Detector may be mounted in the GS4000 MECHANICAL UNIT. The
AC power delivered to the MECHANICAL UNIT by the GS4000
Control Box will NOT
separate A/C service must be provided for the Vehicle Detector.
Two different types of Loop Installations will usually be encountered
when placing the loops in the drive: 1) If the driveway material is
already in place. saw cuts will be needed in which to place the loop
wire. 2) For loops where the paving material will be installed after the
loop is positioned, it is necessary that the loops be placed in Schedule
40 PVC pipe to maintain uniform loop spacing with respect to the
surface of the pavement. The loop should be placed 1.5" below the
surface of the pavement and at least 2" above any reinforcing steel.
The lead-in wires need not be in PVC, but must have a least six (6)
twists per running foot.
THE LOOP WIRES MUST BE CONTINUOUS. NO SPLICES OR
CONNECTIONS IN THE LOOP ARE TO BE PERMITTED BELOW
GROUND. THE ONLY CONNECTION WILL BE AT THE
TERMINATION OF THE WIRE AT THE VEHICLE DETECTOR.
be satisfactory for the Vehicle Detector. A
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B: PREPARING THE SITE
Figure 7: Loop Diagrams
Above ground splices may be used providing the wire is twisted,
soldered and moisture sealed. For best long term results, do not use
wire nuts anywhere in the loop system. Connect to the Vehicle
Detector harness by soldering.
For saw-cut installations, observe the methods recommended in
Figure 7, above. The saw-cut must be to a depth of 1.5", clean and
with no sharp corners. After placing the wires, it is essential that the
wires be held tightly in place by a foam backing prior to pouring the
sealant. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT WHEN FREEZING
IS LIKELY. No voids should exist that will permit the collection of
water that might freeze and push the loop wires out of the slot. The
sealant used should not be hard setting and should be suitable for
pavement material.
THE WIRE USED FOR THE LOOPS MUST BE HEAT AND
WATER RESISTANT, CROSS-LINK POLYETHYLENE
INSULATED. TYPE XLPE IS BEST. RHW IS O.K. DO NOT
USE ANY PVC INSULATED WIRE. (PVC insulation will absorb
moisture that may affect Detector operation.) WIRE SIZE SHOULD
BE #16 GA. STRANDED OR LARGER.
VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOP BLANKING FOR
SWING GATES
The inside loop for a swing gate installation must be located at least
4 feet outside of the arc of the gate. If it is not, the Vehicle Detector
may detect the gate as it moves over the loop and cause the Gate to
reopen. If the gate is large and a single leaf, the arc usually requires
that the loop be a considerable distance from the closed gate position.
This may not be an effective position for the loop. In this case, a
“blanking” or “shadow” loop may be used.
When a Shadow Loop is necessary, connect the output of the loop
detector to terminal #9 “Shadow Loop” and terminal #16
“Common”. The GS4000 circuitry will recognize a vehicle on the
loop and prevent the gate from closing while the vehicle is over the
Shadow Loop. When the gate is closing or opening, the GS4000
circuitry will ignore input from this loop as the gate swings over it.
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B: PREPARING THE SITE
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
The GS4000 can be ordered for 115 Volts AC (VAC) or 230 VAC
operation. The AWG wire size for the electrical service depends on
the distance of the operator from the breaker panel. Refer to Table 1
to determine the correct wire size.
The DISTANCE column is the ideal distance from the breaker panel
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SINGLE GATE
WIRE
DISTANCE
SIZE
100 FT
#14
150 FT
#12
250 FT
#10
400 FT
#8
600 FT
#6
NOTE: DISTANCE IS TOTAL LENGTH OF
WIRE FROM CIRCUIT BREAKER IN THE
MAIN PANEL TO THE GATE OPERATO R.
Table 1
to the operator for a given wire size and voltage.
NOTE! FOR A BI-PARTING INSTALLATION, THERE
WILL BE TWO MECHANICAL UNITS OPERATING AT
THE SAME TIME. IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO REDUCE
THE LENGTHS IN TABLE 1 BY A FACTOR OF TWO.
Class 2 low voltage wiring from external controls such as a key pad,
card reader, telephone entry device, etc. must be brought to the
GS4000 CONTROL BOX by a separate conduit from the 115 VAC
electrical hook up conduit. Low voltage control wires MUST
NEVER be routed in the same conduit as the HIGH VOLTAGE
power wires.
Note! The limit switch wires from the GS4000 CONTROL
BOX to the GS4000 MECHANICAL UNIT ARE LOW
VOLTAGE WIRES AND MUST BE ROUTED IN A LOW
VOLTAGE CONDUIT TO THE CONTROL BOX.
AC POWER SOURCE
TYPICAL CONNECTIONS
DOUBLE GATE
WIRE
SIZE DISTA NCE
50 FT
#14
75 FT
#12
125 FT
#10
200 FT
#8
300 FT
#6
HIGH VOLTAGE TERMINALS
GND
120 VAC, 15A
Dedicated Circuit
L2 L1
OTHER VOLTAGES AND 3 PHASE SYSTEMS.
The GS4000 can operate at other voltages or on three (3) phase
systems. To operate at 440 VAC it will be necessary to install an
external step down transformer. The transformer should be located
in a separate electrical box and protected by suitable circuit breaker
and/or fusing. A 440 Volt rated switch should also be installed.
Follow local electrical codes or the National Electrical Code. The
transformer selected should be UL LISTED and be rated for a
minimum 700 Volt-Amperes (Watts).
IF TWO MECHANICAL UNITS ARE TO BE USED FOR A BIPARTING GATE SYSTEM, THEN A 1000 VOLT-AMPERE/
WATT TRANSFORMER MUST BE USED.
Operating from a three (3) phase line will require the use of a 230
VAC rated GS4000. The GS4000 may be operated from a 230 Volt
"Delta" line or a 120/208 "Y" line. In either case, ONLY one "leg"
of the three phase line will be used. The unbalance of the line will be
minimal since the full rate current of the GS4000 at 220 VAC is only
2.2 amperes. (4.4 Amperes for a bi-parting system.) Connect any
two wires of the three phase system to the 230 VAC GS4000 Tape
the third wire carefully so that it does not short to any other object.
(The "Y" system will have 4 wires, one of which will be the
"common". Make sure the common is NOT selected as one of the
wires connected to the GS4000.) It is always best to also pull a
ground wire from the electrical service box to the GS4000 to ensure
the frame is securely affixed to GROUND.
SERVICE CONDUIT
For new installations the conduit for the High Voltage may be
brought to a junction box near where the GS4000 CONTROL BOX
will be located or it may be brought directly to the Control Box.
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WARNING!
AVOID ELECTROCUTION:
DO NOT ROUTE LOW VOLTAGE WIRES IN SAME
CONDUIT AS HIGH VOLTAGE WIRES. FOLLOW
ALL LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES OR THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
Figure 8: Service Conduits
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C: INSTALLING THE OPERATOR
TOOLS REQUIRED
The following tools and materials are required for a proper installation of the GS4000.
1. Wire cutter, stripper and crimping tools. (For attaching accessory equipment to the control
box barrier strip.)
2. A #2 Phillips Head screw driver for removing the screws to the High Voltage cover.
3. Medium standard straight blade screw driver for the terminal strip screws.
4. Very small blade screwdriver. (For adjusting the potentiometer on the Logic and Power board.)
5. Electric arc welder or an electric drill with a 3/8" bit. (For attaching Arm Bracket to the Gate.)
6. Several feet of #18 or #22 gauge insulated multistrand wire. (For connecting accessory
equipment to the control box terminal strip, and for limit switch control wires.)
7. Four 1/2" diameter concrete "redhead" bolts with hex nuts, flat washers and lock washers.
(For attaching the GS4000 to the concrete pad.) (Not Included)
8. Concrete drill and bit. (To drill mounting holes for concrete bolts.)
9. Multimeter. (To test line voltage and other measurements as necessary.)
10. Small level. (To level GS4000 at installation.)
11. Torque Wrench and 1-5/8” Socket
UNPACKING
CHECKLIST
The GS4000 as shipped consists of the components listed below.
Mechanical Unit
Electrical Unit
Wood Pallet with 4 lag bolts
Instruction Kit
Instruction Manual
Warning signs
Swing Arm Kit
Swing Arm
Crank Arm
Crank Arm Extension
Swing Gate Fittings
Swing Arm Bracket
Swing Arm Padlock with keys
Hardware Package
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