FAAC BGU-12-311 User Manual

BGU - BGU-D

Barrier Gate Operator

Installation Guide

Operator models contained in this manual

conform to UL325 standard for use in

Class I, II, III, and IV applications

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Table of Contents

Pre-installation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Before You Begin... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Gate Operator Classifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Approved Obstruction Detection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety Information and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Regulatory Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Wiring Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

AC Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

DC Control and Accessory Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation on Concrete Curb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Barrier Gate Arm Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Attaching the Gate Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Operator Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Gear Reducer Vent Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Limit Cam Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operator Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Controller Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

AC Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Earth Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Controller Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Indicator Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Terminal Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operator Accessory Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Basic Controller Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Programming Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Entering Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Exiting Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Programming Keystrokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Left or Right Hand Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Dual Gate Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Auto Close Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Maximum Close Direction Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Advanced Controller Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Entering Advanced Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Maximum Run Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Single Button Input Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Stagger Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Stagger Delay Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Auxiliary Relay Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Reverse Delay Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Power Failure Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Soft Start/Stop Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Reset Cycle Count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Maintenance Alert Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Open/Reset Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Anti-tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Radio Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Radio Transmitter Learn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Radio Transmitter Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Learn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Motor Type Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reset Controller to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Free Gate Loop Layout Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Pay Gate Loop Layout Illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Dual Gate Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Gate Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Open Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Single Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Fire Department Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Open Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Open/Reset Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Close Obstruction Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Reverse Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Open Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Reverse Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Reset Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Operation Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Power-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Idle Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Last Gate Position/Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Reverse Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Run Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Error Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Entrapment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

COMM LINK Connection Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Maximum Run Time Exceeded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Operator fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Motor operates, but gate does not move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Motor sounds like it is working harder than normal . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Limit switch getting out of time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Gate stopping part way open or closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Gate staying open with automatic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

How to Order Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Model BGU Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Model BGU-D Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Model BGU & BGU-D Arm Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Model BGU and BGU-D Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

6-Month Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Gate Operator Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

WARNING

ONLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS

SHOULD WORK ON

LINEAR BARRIER GATE

OPERATORS

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Pre-installation Information

Before You Begin...

Before unpacking, inspect the carton for exterior damage. If
you fi nd 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.

Before installing the operator, read this manual completely
to ensure all requirements for proper installation are present.
Verify that the voltage to be used matches the voltage of the
operator.

If you have any questions about the requirements for proper
installation of this gate operator contact technical support at
800-421-1587

Gate Operator Classifi cations

All gate operators can be divided into one of four different
classifi cations, depending on their design and usage. Install
this gate operator only when the operator is appropriate for
the construction and usage class as defi ned below:

• Class I Residential Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in a home or for one to
four single family dwellings with a common garage or parking area
associated with these dwellings.

• Class II Commercial / General Access Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in a commercial location
or building such as a multi-family housing unit of fi ve or more single
family units, hotel, retail store or other building servicing the general
public.

• Class III Industrial / Limited Access Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in an industrial location
or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other location
not intended to service the general public.

• Class IV Restricted Access Vehicular Gate Operator

A vehicular gate operator intended for use in a guarded industrial
location or building such as an airport security area or other
restricted access locations not servicing the general public, in
which unauthorized access is prevented via supervision by security
personnel.

Linear barrier gate operator models BGU and BGU-D
meet the requirements for all four classifi cations.

Approved Obstruction Detection Devices

The following contact or non-contact obstruction detection
devices have been approved for use with this swing gate
operator as part of a UL325 compliant installation:

• Contact Edges

Miller Edge Models MGO20, MGR20, MGS20, ME120

• Photoeyes

MMTC Model IR-55 (165’ range - P/N 2520-441)
MMTC Model E3K (28’ range - P/N 2520-031)

Safety Information and Warnings

THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES

IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION

This type of warning note is used to
indicate the possibility of damage to the
barrier arm or gate operator.

WARNING

This type of warning note is used to
indicate possible mechanical hazards that
may cause serious injuries or death.

WARNING

This type of warning note is used to indicate
possible electrical shock hazards that may
cause serious injuries or death.

Regulatory Warnings

Read the following before beginning to install this swing
gate operator:

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
TO PERSONS, REVIEW THESE INSTALLATION SAFETY

STEPS BEFORE PROCEEDING

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Read the blue “Safety Instructions” brochure enclosed with the

packet of information. If any pages are missing or are unreadable,

or you do not have the safety instructions, please call Linear at

1-800-333-1717 to request additional copies.

3. ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SUPPLY MUST

BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND MUST OBSERVE ALL

NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.

4. A separate power-disconnect switch should be located near the

operator so that primary power can be turned off when necessary.

5. Never connect a button station within reach of the barrier gate or on

the side of the gate operator.

6. Do not adjust the operator controller’s current sensing feature too

high. It should be adjusted high enough to keep the gate from falsely

triggering the sensing, but no higher than necessary for the gate to

operate. DO NOT DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS FUNCTION!

7. You must install all required safety equipment.

8. UL325 Compliance requires the use of contact edges or photoelectric

controls on all automatic or remotely-controlled gate operators.

9. 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.

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Wiring Specifi cations

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. The distance shown in the table is measured in feet from the
operator to the power source. DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM
DISTANCE. These calculations have been based on standard 115 V
and 230 V supplies with a 10% drop allowable. If your supply is under
the standard rating, the runs listed may be longer than what your
application will handle, and you should not run wire too near the
maximum distance for the gauge of wire you are using.

3. When large-gauge wire is used, a separate junction box (not
supplied) may be needed for the operator power connection.

4. Wire length calculations are based on the National Electrical Code,
Article 430 and have been carefully determined based on motor
inrush, brake solenoids, and operator requirements.

5. Connect power in accordance with local codes. The green ground

wire must be properly connected.

6. Wire insulation must be suitable to the application.

7. Electrical outlets are supplied in all 115 VAC models for convenience
with occasional use or low power consumption devices only. If
you choose to run dedicated equipment from these devices, it will
decrease the distance for maximum length and the charts will no
longer be accurate.

DC Control and Accessory Wiring

1. All control devices are now 24 VDC, which can be run up to 2000
feet with 14 AWG wire.

2. Control wiring must be run in a separate conduit from power wiring.
Running them together may cause interference and faulty signals in
some accessories.

3. A three-wire shielded conductor cable is required to connect two
operators together for dual operation. You must use Belden 8760
Twisted Pair Shielded Cable (or equivalent) only – P/N 2500-1982,
per foot). See Page 19 for details of this connection. Note: The shield

wire should be connected in both the operators.

VOLTS & HP

115 VOLTS

1/3-HP

230 VOLTS

1/2-HP

VOLTS & HP

115 VOLTS

1/2-HP

MODEL BGU POWER WIRING

MAXIMUM DISTANCE (FEET)

SINGLE DUAL

336 168 12

534 267 10

850 425 8

1350 675 6

2148 1074 4

764 382 12

1218 609 10

1936 968 8

3076 1538 6

4896 2448 4

MODEL BGU-D POWER WIRING

MAXIMUM DISTANCE (FEET)

SINGLE DUAL

970 485 12

1542 771 10

2452 1226 8

3898 1949 6

6200 3100 4

WIRE GAUGE

WIRE GAUGE

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Installation on Concrete Curb

The barrier gate operator bolts to a concrete island or curb.

1. Un-crate the gate. Avoid damaging the cabinet fi nish.

2. Leave the machine bolted to the bottom pallet until ready to install.

3. Open the cabinet door.

4. Remove the bolts holding the gate to its pallet and place the machine
in position on the curb. Refer to your Equipment Layout (EL) drawing
for proper positioning of your gate.

5. With a pencil, mark the location of the mounting holes on the concrete.

6. Set the gate aside. Drill all four mounting holes using a 3/4” diameter
rotary hammer percussion drill bit. Insert lag screw anchors for 1/2”
lag bolts. Place the gate back in position, and anchor it with 1/2” lag
bolts and fl at washers. Lubricate the bolts before installation. Flat
washers have been supplied to go between pavement and cabinet.
Linear highly recommends using the corner mounting holes when
mounting barrier gates.

7. Proceed with the rest of the installation process.

WARNING

The gate must be installed in a location so that enough
clearance is supplied between the gate and adjacent
structures when opening and closing to reduce the risk of
entrapment.

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.

CABINET BASE

ø

X4" LAG BOLT

1/2

AND FLAT WASHER

SUPPLIED
FLAT WASHER

Figure 1. Concrete Lag Anchor Detail

3/4ø HOLE
IN CONCRETE

LAG SCREW
ANCHOR

12"

4" DIA. GUARD POSTS
4 FT. TALL, BY OTHERS

.75

ø 8X

OPEN SPACE FOR

CONDUITS HERE

36"

7-1/2"

15"

6-1/4"

4-3/4" 4-3/4"

6-1/4"

6-1/4"

7-1/2"

6-1/4"

SERVICE DOOR SIDE
OF BARRIER GATE
(FACES AWAY FROM DRIVE)

15"

24"

36"

ISLAND

WIDTH

18"

Figure 2. Barrier Gate Mounting Specifi cations

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Barrier Gate Arm Installation

The barrier gate arm connects to the operator with the gate
arm fl ange. A cutting edge plate protects the operator in
case a vehicle drives into the arm. The plate will shear the
gate arm off, minimizing damage to the operator.

✓ NOTE: Numbered items in these drawings are for

instructional reference only. For actual part numbers, go
to the parts lists in the back of this booklet.

Attaching the Gate Arm

1. Assemble gate arm fl ange (1) with cutting edge plate (2) onto the
arm plate of the operator using the 3/8” hardware provided (3). The
cutting edge plate should face toward the direction from which traffi c
is most likely expected. Do not completely tighten the bolts at this
time.

2. Slide the gate arm (4) through the opening in the arm fl ange assembly
as shown. There should be suffi cient clearance for the board to slip
between the bolts. Once the arm is positioned you can tighten down
the bolts.

2

1

3

4

Figure 3. Gate Arm Flange Assembly

Figure 4. Attaching the Gate Arm

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Operator Preparation

Gear Reducer Vent Plug

In order to keep gear oil from spilling out during shipping,
gear reducers used in the BGU and BGU-D barrier gate
operators have a sealed vent plug installed at the factory.

Leaving the vent plug installed, remove the vent plug’s
breather pin to allow the gear box to vent (see Figure 5).
The breather pin can be discarded.

Limit Cam Adjustments

The limit cams for all models of barrier gate operators have
been pre-set at the factory for approximately 90 degrees of
motion. If you need to adjust this further, see Figure 6 and
follow the directions below.

1. For more downward travel, loosen the wingnut on the LSC-1 (down)
limit cam and rotate the cam slightly in the “B” direction.

2. For less downward travel, loosen the wingnut on the LSC-1 (down)
limit cam and rotate the cam slightly in the “A” direction.

3. For more upward travel, loosen the wingnut on the LSO-1 (up) limit
cam and rotate the cam slightly in the “A” direction.

4. For less upward travel, loosen the wingnut on the LSO-1 (up) limit
cam and rotate the cam slightly in the “B” direction.

✓ NOTE: If the barrier gate operator has been custom

confi gured by the factory for reverse arm operation
(where the closed barrier arm sticks out from the service
door side of the operator) the limit switches shown in
Figure 6 will be reversed. The top limit switch will be the
open limit, the bottom limit switch will be the close limit.

GEAR REDUCER
VENT PLUG

REMOVE THE

BREATHER PIN

Figure 5. Vent Plug Installation

CLOSE LIMIT

SWITCH LSC-1

OPEN

LIMIT CAM

CLOSE

LIMIT CAM

DIRECTION

"A"

OPEN LIMIT

SWITCH

LSO-1

Figure 6. Limit Cam Adjustment

DIRECTION

"B"

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Operator Setup

Controller Access

The Controller in models BGU and BGU-D is located under
the operator’s top cover.

To access the Controller, from inside the operator, fl ip the
two cover release latches up to unlock the operator’s top
cover. Remove the cover to expose the Controller.

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.

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 (see Figure 8). Following wiring specifi cations
on Page 2, incoming power should be brought into the
operator and connected to the labeled pigtails from the
disconnect box.

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.
POWER SUPPLY MUST BE OF CORRECT VOLTAGE AND PHASE.

COVER

RELEASE

LATCH

Figure 7. Cover Release Latch

CONNECT AC POWER

PIGTAIL LEADS TO

AC POWER SOURCE

✓ NOTE: FOR SOLAR POWERED UNITS ONLY: The

APeX Controller’s AC power disconnect switch does not
turn off the Apex DC power when connected to solar
panels. It will however, disconnect DC motor power.
Unplug the solar panel input on the front of the Apex
Controller prior to servicing the unit.

Proper thermal protection is supplied with the operator. The
motor contains a thermal overload protector to guard from
overheating the motor due to overload or high-frequency
operation. To reset the motor after an overload, press the
red button on the end of the motor after the motor has
cooled down.

Earth Ground

Install a ground rod and connect it to the operator’s frame
in every gate operator installation. A good earth ground is
necessary to allow the Controller’s built-in surge and lightning
protection circuitry to work effectively. The physical bolting

of the operator to the mounting pad is not suffi cient for
a good earth ground.

✓ NOTE: Do not splice the ground wire. Use a single piece of solid

copper 12 AWG wire between the ground rod and the operator.

1. Install an 8-foot long copper ground rod next to the operator mounting
pad within three feet of the operator.

2. Use a clamp to connect a solid copper 12 AWG ground wire to the
ground rod.

3. Route the ground wire to the operator.

4. Connect the ground wire to the operator’s frame.

SERVICE OUTLET

ON 115 VAC UNITS

ONLY

115 VAC WIRING

GREEN - GROUND
BLACK - HOT
WHITE - NEUTRAL

230 VAC WIRING

GREEN - GROUND
BLACK - HOT
WHITE - HOT

Figure 8. Power Disconnect Box Wiring

WARNING

Always disconnect power from operator before servicing.
Always keep clear of gate arm during operation.

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Controller Features

WHIP

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

CONNECTOR

DISPLAY

PROGRAMMING

INPUT

POWER

TERMINALS

ACCESSORY

TERMINALS

RESET

BUTTON

TERMINALS

PRIMARY/

SECONDARY

COMM LINK
TERMINALS

SINGLE

INPUT

TERMINALS

BUTTONS

POWER

POWER

INDICATORS

OPERATION

BUTTONS

OPERATION AND

PROGRAMMING

INDICATORS

SOLAR
PANEL

TERMINALS

MOTOR
BOARD
COVER

BATTERY

TERMINALS

PLUG-IN

LOOP

DETECTOR

CONNECTORS

FIRE DEPT

INPUT

TERMINALS

OPEN INPUT

TERMINALS

3-BUTTON

STATION

TERMINALS

OPEN/RESET AND

CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

INPUT TERMINALS

REVERSE

INPUT

TERMINALS

OPEN/RESET

OPEN LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

SHADOW/RESET

REVERSE LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

LIMIT SWITCH

INPUT TERMINALS

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

INPUT TERMINALS

Figure 9. Controller Features

AUXILIARY

RELAY

TERMINALS

ALARM

OUTPUT

TERMINALS

AC MOTOR

OUTPUT

TERMINALS

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Indicator Descriptions

INDICATOR DEFINITION

OPERATION PROGRAMMING

24 VOLT INPUT
POWER

24 VOLT DC
ACCY POWER

LOW VOLTAGE AC POWER IS PRESENT

LOW VOLTAGE DC POWER IS PRESENT

INDICATION WHEN LIT

DURING NORMAL OPERATION

INDICATION WHEN LIT

DURING PROGRAMMING

OPEN SIGNAL PRESENT FROM THE INTERNAL

OPEN

RECEIVER OR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
CONNECTED TO THE OPEN INPUT TERMINAL

CLOSE

STOP

CLOSE SIGNAL IS PRESENT FROM A DEVICE
CONNECTED TO THE CLOSE INPUT TERMINAL

STOP INPUT TERMINAL IS OPEN AND
NOT CONNECTED TO COMMON

PROGRAM CONTROLLER IS IN PROGRAMMING MODE

REVERSE DELAY SET SET REVERSE DELAY TIME

LOCKOUT ALARM SET

RADIO LEARN

CONTROLS AND OPERATOR ARE LOCKED OUT
BECAUSE OF EXISTING TROUBLE CONDITION

BUILT-IN RECEIVER IS DETECTING A RADIO
SIGNAL FROM A REMOTE CONTROL

TRANSMITTERS CAN BE ENTERED INTO
MEMORY (UP TO 40 TRANSMITTERS)

OPEN CURRENT

OPEN/RESET

OPEN/RESET INPUT ACTIVATED
BY LOOP OR SWITCH

OPEN RELAY OPEN RELAY IS ACTIVATED

OPEN LIMIT BRAKE DELAY OPEN LIMIT SWITCH IS ACTIVATED

CLOSE CURRENT SET

MOTOR CURRENT HAS EXCEEDED THE
CLOSE CURRENT SETTING WHILE CLOSING

SET MAXIMUM CLOSE CURRENT

CLOSE OBSTRUCTION TERMINAL CONNECTED

CLOSE OBSTR MGT 1 SET

TO COMMON BY BEAM OR SAFETY EDGE, OR

SET MGT #1 FUNCTION

SIGNAL FROM MGT OBSTACLE TRANSMITTER

CLOSE RELAY AUTO CLOSE SET CLOSE RELAY IS ACTIVATED SET AUTO-CLOSE TIME

CLOSE LIMIT AC DC SET CLOSE LIMIT SWITCH IS ACTIVATED SET MOTOR TYPE

SINGLE SET

SINGLE TERMINAL CONNECTED TO COMMON
BY AN EXTERNAL PUSHBUTTON OR RADIO

SET SINGLE BUTTON INPUT FUNCTION

MAX RUN SET MAXIMUM RUN TIMER HAS BEEN EXCEEDED SET MAXIMUM RUN TIME

COMM LINK SET

DUAL OPERATOR CONNECTION DETECTED,
BLINKS IF CONNECTION HAS FAILED

MAINT ALERT SET MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED ON OPERATOR SET MAINTENANCE ALERT CYCLE COUNT

APEX FUNCTION DISPLAY INDICATIONS

"RL"

"PM"

"AC"

"RP"

"CC"

"AD"

"RT"

LEFT OR RIGHT
HAND OPERATION

SINGLE OR
DUAL GATE

AUTO CLOSE
TIMER

RUN ALARM
PRE-START ALARM

MAXIMUM CLOSE
CURRENT

ADVANCED
PROGRAMMING

MAXIMUM
RUN TIMER

"SB"

"SM"

"ST"

"AR"

"RD"

"LP"

"FS"

SINGLE BUTTON
INPUT SETUP

STAGGER
MODE

STAGGER
TIME

AUXILIARY

RELAY MODE

REVERSE

DELAY TIME

LOW POWER
MODE

POWER
FAILURE MODE

SOFT START/STOP

"SS"

DURATION

RESET CYCLE

"CT"

COUNT

MAINTENANCE ALERT

"MA"

TRIGGER

OPEN/RESET

"OR"

INPUT

ANTI

"TG"

TAILGATE

RADIO

"RA"

ENABLE

LEARN

"TL"

TRANSMITTERS

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"TD"

"ML"

"MD"

"MO"

"CL"

DELETE
TRANSMITTERS

LEARN MGT
TRANSMITTERS

ERASE MGT
TRANSMITTERS

MOTOR TYPE

SELECTION

RESET TO
FACTORY DEFAULTS

Terminal Descriptions

TERMINAL GROUP FUNCTION

AC N

AC
DC ­DC +

RESET

COMMON

C

A

COMMON

SINGLE

COMMON

FIRE DEPT

COMMON

OPEN

OPEN

CLOSE

COMMON

STOP

24 VOLT INPUT

ACCESSORY POWER PROVIDES 24 VOLT DC POWER FOR ACCESSORIES. (.5A MAX)

RESET BUTTON NOT USED IN BARRIER GATES.

COMM LINK FOR 3-WIRE NETWORK CONNECTION TO SECOND OPERATOR IN DUAL GATE INSTALLATIONS.B

SINGLE BUTTON INPUT

FIRE BOX INPUT CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH IN FIRE BOX FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT ACCESS.

OPEN INPUT

3-BUTTON
STATION INPUT

FACTORY CONNECTED TO 24 VAC FROM TRANSFORMER OR
24 VDC FROM CONTINUOUS DUTY DC SUPPLY.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH FOR SINGLE BUTTON OPERATION. ALTERNATES
BETWEEN OPEN-CLOSE OR OPEN-STOP-CLOSE DEPENDING ON PROGRAMMING.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES (KEYPAD, CARD READER,
KEYSWITCH, TELEPHONE ENTRY SYSTEM) TO OPEN THE GATE. A CONSTANT
OPEN INPUT WILL HALT THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER UNTIL RELEASED.

CONNECT TO 3-BUTTON STATION FOR OPEN-CLOSE-STOP CONTROL. A CONSTANT OPEN INPUT
WILL OVERRIDE THE MID-TRAVEL STOP AND HALT THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER UNTIL RELEASED.

COM

OPEN/RESET

C-OBS

COM

COM

REV

OPEN LOOP

REVERSE LOOP

REVERSE LOOP

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

OPEN/RESET
INPUT

CLOSE
OBSTRUCTION
INPUT

REVERSE

OPEN LOOP

REVERSE LOOP

SHADOW/RESET LOOP

PROGRAMMABLE FOR STANDARD RESET LOOP, OPEN COUNTER MODE USING
THE SHADOW/RESET LOOP, OR OPEN SUPERVISED MODE. SEE PAGE 15.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES (GATE EDGE, PHOTO BEAM) TO DETECT AN
OBSTRUCTION DURING CLOSING. WHILE GATE IS MOVING, ANY CLOSE OBSTRUCTION
SIGNAL WILL CAUSE THE GATE TO STOP, THEN REVERSE AND TRAVEL TO THE FULL
OPEN POSITION. SHOULD A OPEN OBSTRUCTION INPUT OR AN OPEN DIRECTION
INHERENT ENTRAPMENT CONDITION OCCUR PRIOR TO THE GATE REACHING THE
OPEN LIMIT, THE OPERATOR WILL LOCKOUT AND SOUND THE CONTINUOUS TONE
ALARM. IF THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER IS SET, WHEN THE CLOSE OBSTRUCTION INPUT
IS CLEARED, THE GATE WILL CLOSE WHEN THE AUTO CLOSE TIMER EXPIRES.

CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN DEVICES TO CAUSE A REVERSAL WHEN
THE GATE IS TRAVELING CLOSED. THE GATE WILL REVERSE TO THE FULL
OPEN POSITION. TYPICALLY NOT USED IN BARRIER GATES.

CONNECT TO OPEN LOOP/FREE EXIT LOOP. THE GATE WILL OPEN
WHEN THE LOOP IS TRIGGERED, AND REMAIN OPEN AS LONG AS
THE LOOP IS TRIGGERED. REQUIRES LOOP DETECTOR.OPEN LOOP

CONNECT TO REVERSE LOOP. TRIGGERING THE LOOP WILL CAUSE A REVERSAL
WHEN THE GATE IS TRAVELING CLOSED. THE GATE WILL REVERSE TO THE FULL OPEN
POSITION. REQUIRES LOOP DETECTOR. TYPICALLY NOT USED IN BARRIER GATES.

CONNECT TO RESET LOOP TO KEEP THE GATE IN ITS FULLY OPEN POSITION AS LONG AS
THE SIGNAL IS PRESENT. USED TO KEEP GATE OPEN WHILE VEHICLE IS PASSING THROUGH.
REQUIRES LOOP DETECTOR. ALSO USED FOR OPEN COUNTER MODE IN BARRIER GATES.SHADOW/RESET LOOP

­+

N.O.

COM

N.C.

+

­+

-

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ALARM NOT USED IN BARRIER GATES.

AUX RELAY

24 VOLT SOLAR PANEL FOR CONNECTION TO 24 VOLT SOLAR PANEL FOR BATTERY CHARGING.

24 VOLT BATTERY FACTORY CONNECTED TO BATTERIES IN DC MODEL OPERATORS.

FOR CONNECTION TO AUXILIARY DEVICES (MAGNETIC LOCK, SOLENOID LOCK,
STROBE LIGHT) FOR ACTIVATION (OR DEACTIVATION) DURING GATE OPERATION.

Operator Accessory Connections

3-BUTTON STATION

KEYSWITCH

FIRE ACCESS SWITCH

TELEPHONE ENTRY

KEYPAD

SINGLE-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER

PHOTOEYE FOR REVERSE

PHOTOEYE FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

OPEN/RESET

OPEN/RESET LOOP DETECTOR

WIRED GATE EDGE SENSOR

OPEN/RESET

WIRELESS GATE EDGE SENSOR

MGR

RECEIVER

OPTIONAL HEATER

(With built-in switch and thermostat)

115 VOLT HEATER (P/N 2510-262)
230 VOLT HEATER (P/N 2510-273)

BLACK

WHITE

MGT

TRANSMITTER

WARNING STROBE OR AUDIBLE SOUNDER

TWO-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER

MGR-2

RECEIVER

CHANNEL #1
OPEN/CLOSE

OPEN/RESET

MGT TRANSMITTER

SENDS CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

SIGNAL TO CHANNEL #2

OF MGR-2 RECEIVER

OPEN/RESET

Figure 10. Operator Accessory Connections

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Basic Controller Programming

Programming Overview

The Controller can be programmed with various options for the operator.
The programming fi elds are defi ned 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. dual gate stagger delay, maximum run timer, etc.).

Entering Programming Mode

Enter programming mode by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons
together for one second. While in programming mode the PROGRAM
indicator will light.

Exiting Programming Mode

Exit programming mode at any time by pressing the UP and DOWN
buttons together. The Controller will automatically exit programming
mode after three minutes of inactivity.

Programming Keystrokes

(Typical Programming Method)

While in programming mode, press the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll
through the programming functions. When the desired function is
displayed press the ENTER button to display the currently set option for
the function. When an option is displayed, the decimal points are lit.

To change the option, press and hold the ENTER button for 1 second. To
indicate that an option is ready to be changed, the display will fl ash. While
the display is fl ashing, press the UP or DOWN button to display the other
options available for that function.

When the desired option is displayed, press the ENTER button to store
it into memory. To select another function, press ENTER, UP, or DOWN.

Left or Right Hand Operation

The function is not used with barrier gates.

FUNCTION

"RL"

DOWN UP

PRESS DOWN AND UP

BUTTONS TOGETHER

FOR ONE SECOND

ENTERING

PROGRAMMING

SELECT

FUNCTION

UP

OR

DOWN

PRESS UP OR DOWN
TO SCROLL DISPLAY

THROUGH FUNCTIONS

ENTER

PROGRAMMING

KEYSTROKES

FUNCTION

"PM"

PROGRAM

INDICATOR

AND

PROGRAM INDICATOR

WILL LIGHT WHEN SYSTEM

IS IN PROGRAM MODE

CURRENTLY
SET OPTION

PRESS ENTER TO

DISPLAY CURRENTLY

OPTION READY

TO CHANGE

ENTER ENTER ENTER

PRESS ENTER FOR

ONE SECOND TO

SELECT OPTION

(THE DISPLAY

WILL FLASH)

SET OPTION

TO CHANGE

OPTIONS

CHOOSE
OPTION

UP

OR

DOWN

PRESS ENTER

PRESS UP
OR DOWN

OPTION

SINGLE GATE INSTALLATION

TO STORE

OPTION

PRESS UP, DOWN

OR ENTER SELECT

NEXT FUNCTION

OPTION
STORED

OR

UP

OR

DOWN

SELECT

FUNCTION

Dual Gate Enable

DUAL GATE INSTALLATION

The factory default is for single gate operation. For dual gate operation,
wire the two gate controllers together through the COMM LINK terminals
(see Page 19) and enable dual gate operation with this programming
step.

Auto Close Timer

SINGLE GATE

DUAL GATE

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

The factory default turns off the Auto Close Timer. The timer can be set
from 1 to 59 seconds and from 1 to 9 minutes. When the Auto Close
Timer is set, after opening, the gate will wait for the length of the Auto
Close Timer then close automatically.

Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm

The function is not used with barrier gates.

FUNCTION

"RP"

FUNCTION

"AC"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

AUTO CLOSE TIMER DISABLED

SET TIMER VALUE
1 TO 59 SECONDS

SET TIMER VALUE
1 TO 9 MINUTES

AUTO CLOSE

TIMER

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Basic Controller Programming (Cont.)

Maximum Close Direction Current Setting

To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the operator
can monitor its motor current. If the close current load exceeds the
programmed maximum load range number, the gate arm will stop,
reverse, and travel to the full open position. Another close request will
be required to start the operator again. If after restart, the overload or
a close obstacle happens again before the close limit is reached, the
operator will lockout and activate the alarm output. If the auto close timer
is set, when the close obstruction input is cleared, the gate arm will close
when the auto close timer expires.

The factory default setting of “OF” disables the close direction
current sensing for the operator. The maximum close direction
current setting can be adjusted using the following procedure:

To measure the motor load used during closing, while this function is
being displayed, push and hold the CLOSE button to close the gate.

During movement, the motor current will be displayed as a load number
from 0 to 99. This number is useful for troubleshooting but not used for
setting the motor current. At the end of travel, a different number will fl ash.
This number indicates the range above and below the average motor
current during the run. Using the + and - buttons, set the programmed
range number so that a minimal force will activate a reversal should an
obstruction occur, but high enough to keep the gate arm operating under
normal conditions without interruption.

FUNCTION

MAX CLOSE

CURRENT

"CC"

OPTIONS

PRESS AND HOLD THE CLOSE BUTTON
UNTIL THE OPERATOR RUNS FULLY CLOSED

SUGGESTED MINIMUM NUMBER WILL
FLASH, ADJUST TO THE PROPER FORCE

PRESS ENTER TO STORE THE FORCE

ENTER

Advanced Controller Programming

Entering Advanced Programming Mode

To access and program the Advanced Programming functions, for each
programming session, Advanced Programming must be enabled.

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.

Maximum Run Time

The factory default for the Maximum Run Time (MRT) is 10 seconds.
When the operator starts, a timer will begin counting. If a open or close
limit is not reached or an obstacle or reversing input is not received before
the timer expires, the operator will stop, the unit locks out and the alarm
sounds. The timer can be set for 10 to 99 seconds, but should be left at
10 seconds in most applications. Setting it too close to the actual run time
may cause the time to expire with changing ambient temperature, gate
conditions, etc…

If AC is present and an open or close limit is not reached or an obstacle
or reversing input is not received before this timer exceeds MRT, the
operator will stop, the unit locks out and the alarm sounds.

In the case that AC is not present and MRT expires, it will be ignored as
long as the actual run time is under 10 seconds. When the gate reached
full open or full close position, MRT will be interpreted as fail safe/secure.
EN05 will occur. If FS as set to fail safe, the gate will open. If FS is set to
fail secure, the gate will close. However, if the actual run time is higher
than 10 seconds, it will be interpreted as a physical mechanical problem,
EN01 will occur and the gate will stop immediately.

FUNCTION

"AD"

ADVANCED

PROGRAMMING

FUNCTION

"RT"

MAXIMUM RUN

TIMER

OPTIONS

ADVANCED PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS
WILL NOT BE DISPLAYED

ADVANCED PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
WILL BE DISPLAYED

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

DISPLAY SHOWS CURRENT
MAXIMUM RUN TIME SETTING

PRESS ENTER FOR 1 SECOND

ENTER

WHILE DISPLAY IS FLASHING, PRESS
UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE THE
MAXIMUM RUN TIME (10-99 SECONDS)

PRESS ENTER TO STORE THE VALUE

ENTER

NOTE: ADVANCED PROGRAMMING
WILL STAY ENABLED AFTER
EXITING PROGRAMMING UNTIL
THE GATE CYCLES 50 TIMES

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Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Single Button Input Setup

This function is used for selecting the operation for single button controls
and radio receivers.

The factory default sets the SINGLE input terminal so successive inputs
will cycle the operator in OPEN-STOP-CLOSE-STOP order.

Alternately, the SINGLE input can be set to cause the gate to OPEN
unless the gate is fully open. If the gate is closing, the input will cause
the gate to reverse. If the gate is fully open, the input will cause the gate
to CLOSE.

Stagger Mode

This function is not used in dual barrier gate installations.

✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed if dual

gate operation is selected.

FUNCTION

"SM"

Stagger Delay Time

This function is not used in dual barrier gate installations.

✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed if dual

gate operation is selected.

FUNCTION

"ST"

Auxiliary Relay Mode

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).
3 seconds after the gate starts to move, the relay will de-energize.
This option is used for higher current solenoid locks.

• 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.

• Strobe: To activate a warning strobe light, the relay will energize
during any pending or actual gate motion (either open or close).

• Alarm: The relay will energize if the gate is manually forced open
from the full closed position.

FUNCTION

"SB"

SINGLE BUTTON

INPUT SETUP

FUNCTION

"AR"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

AUXILIARY

RELAY MODE

OPTIONS

SINGLE INPUT WILL CYCLE OPERATOR
IN ORDER OF OPEN-STOP-CLOSE-STOP

SINGLE INPUT WILL OPEN OPERATOR,
IF OPERATOR IS ALREADY OPEN, SINGLE
INPUT WILL CLOSE OPERATOR

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

AUXILIARY RELAY DISABLED

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
MAGLOCK CONTROL

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
MAGLOCK OR SOLENOID CONTROL
3 SECOND DELAY TO RE-ENERGIZE

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
TICKET DISPENSER CONTROL

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
WARNING STROBE LIGHT

AUXILIARY RELAY USED FOR
CONNECTION TO ALARM DEVICE

Reverse Delay Time

The factory default sets the Reverse Delay to 0 seconds. The operator
will wait the length of the delay before reversing direction. This feature

FUNCTION

"RD"

will not change the reversal time when the operator is responding to an
entrapment condition from an obstruction input or inherent entrapment
protection sensor. The Reverse Delay can be set from 0 to 9 seconds.
Heaver gates require a longer delay to allow time for the gate to stop.
The Reverse Delay is active when the gate fi rst stops on either limit or in
between limits.

REVERSE

DELAY TIME

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OPTIONS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

SET TIMER VALUE
0 TO 9 SECONDS

Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Low Power Mode

This function is only used with DC barrier gate Model BGU-D. The
factory default disables the Low Power Mode. When Low Power Mode is
enabled, and AC power fails, the controller will assume Low Power Mode
after 60 seconds of gate inactivity. Low power mode turns off all accessory
power and indicators. Only inputs from the radio receiver, reverse loop,
open loop (optional by programming), fi re department input, or restoring AC
power will wake the Controller from Low Power Mode. Programming Mode
can still be accessed while the Controller is awake in Low Power Mode.

✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed in Model BGU-D operators.

Power Failure Mode

This function is only used with DC barrier gate Model BGU-D. The
factory default is set for Fail Safe, alternately the Controller can be set for
Fail Secure, Open Immediate, or Close Immediate.

• Fail Safe: If the AC power fails and the battery voltage drops below
approximately 22 Volts, 5 seconds later the operator will cycle open
if not already open. When AC power is restored, or the battery gets
charged by solar panels, the operator will resume normal operation
and auto-close if programmed to do so.

• Fail Secure: If the AC power fails and the battery voltage drops
below approximately 22 Volts, 5 seconds later the operator will
cycle closed if not already closed. When AC power is restored, or
the battery gets charged by solar panels, the operator will resume
normal operation.

✓ NOTE: Fail Safe and Fail Secure are disabled if Stagger Mode is enabled.

• Open Immediate: If the AC power fails, the operator will cycle
open if not already open and cease operation. When AC power is
restored, the operator will resume normal operation and auto-close
if programmed to do so.

• Close Immediate: If the AC power fails, the operator will cycle
closed if not already closed and cease operation. When AC power is
restored, the operator will resume normal operation.

✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed in Model BGU-D operators.

Soft Start/Stop Duration

This function is only used with DC barrier gate Model BGU-D. 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. The
Soft Start/Stop Duration can be set from 1 to 10 seconds.

✓ NOTE: Changing the Soft Start/Stop Duration will reset the open and

close current setting value to zero. It will be necessary to reprogram
maximum open and close current settings.

✓ NOTE: This function will only be displayed in Model BGU-D operators

set for DC motor operation with soft start motor selection.

Reset Cycle Count

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, fl ashing two digits at a time from left to right.

To reset the Cycle Count, press and hold the ENTER button for 2 seconds
while the Cycle Count is displayed.

If the Maintenance Alert has been triggered, resetting the Cycle Count
will also reset the Maintenance Alert indicator.

FUNCTION

"LP"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

LOW POWER

MODE

FUNCTION

"FS"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

POWER

FAILURE MODE

FUNCTION

"SS"

SOFT START/STOP

DURATION

FUNCTION

"CT"

RESET CYCLE

COUNT

OPTIONS

LOW POWER MODE DISABLED

LOW POWER MODE #1

RADIO WILL WAKE AND ACTIVATE,
REVERSE LOOP WILL JUST WAKE

LOW POWER MODE #2 - RADIO OR
OPEN LOOP WILL WAKE AND ACTIVATE,
REVERSE LOOP WILL JUST WAKE

THE FIRE DEPARTMENT INPUT

WILL ALWAYS WAKE UP CONTROLLER

OPTIONS

SET TO FAIL SAFE MODE

SET TO FAIL SECURE MODE

SET TO OPEN IMMEDIATE MODE

SET TO CLOSE

IMMEDIATE MODE

OPTIONS

SOFT START DISABLED

SET SOFT START DURATION TIME

FROM 1 TO 10 SECONDS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

PRESS ENTER TO START THE CYCLE COUNT DISPLAY

1ST DISPLAY

NOTE: PRESS ENTER FOR 2 SECONDS
WHILE THE "CT" FUNCTION IS DISPLAYED
TO RESET THE CYCLE COUNT TO ZERO

2ND DISPLAY 3RD DISPLAY 4TH DISPLAY

EXAMPLE ABOVE SHOWS 10,420 CYCLES

DECIMAL POINT LIT
ON 4TH DISPLAY

DC MODELS

ONLY

DC MODELS

ONLY

DC MODELS

ONLY

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Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Maintenance Alert Trigger

The Controller has a MAINT ALERT indicator that can be programmed
to light when the number of activations exceeds a set number of cycles.

The factory default sets the Maintenance Alert Trigger to 10,000 cycles.
The Maintenance Alert Trigger can be programmed for 5, 10, 15, or
25 thousand cycles.

The Maintenance Cycle Count can be reset independently from the
operator’s absolute Cycle Count.

Open/Reset Input

✓ NOTE: For use in single gate installations only.

The Controller can be programmed to partially or fully open the gate with
an OPEN/RESET input, or to count the number of open commands and
leave the gate open until an equal number of SHADOW/RESET loop
triggers occur.

The OPEN/RESET terminals can connect to a loop detector or normally
open switch (see accessory wiring in Figure 10 on Page 10). The
SHADOW/RESET loop uses a plug-in loop detector.

The factory default is setting is Off (OF).

• OF Open Mode Off: The OPEN/RESET input acts as a standard
RESET loop and holds the gate arm open as long as a vehicle is on
the loop. If the gate arm is opening or fully open when the vehicle
exits the loop, the gate arm will close.

• CT Open Counter Mode: The Controller can count and remember
the number of open commands received, and will count the same
number of SHADOW/RESET loop triggers before the gate will close.

✓ NOTE: Set the Auto Close Timer to OFF when using the CT option.

• SU Open Supervised Mode: The OPEN/RESET input opens the
gate arm fully on the initial command. Once open, the arm will
close on the removal of the command.

Anti-tailgate

The Controller can be programmed to have the barrier gate arm prevent
“tailgating” when a second vehicle attempts to drive through closely
following a prior vehicle that has been granted access.

The factory default disables this feature. If the SHADOW/RESET loop is
activated while the gate arm is closing, the gate arm will stop. When anti­tailgate is enabled, the SHADOW/RESET loop will be ignored once the
arm begins traveling downward.

Radio Enable

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.

Antenna Installation

A local whip antenna is included for use with the operator as a remote
antenna. If using a remote antenna, connect coax cable from the antenna
to the ANTENNA connector.

FUNCTION

"MA"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

MAINTENANCE

ALERT TRIGGER

FUNCTION OPTIONS

"OR"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPEN/RESET

INPUT

FUNCTION

"TG"

ANTI-

TAILGATE

FUNCTION

"RA"

OPTIONS

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

OPTIONS

DISABLES THE MAINTENANCE ALERT
FUNCTION

SETS THIS MAINTENANCE ALERT TRIGGER
FOR 5, 10, 15, OR 25 THOUSAND CYCLES

RESETS THE MAINTENANCE ALERT
INDICATOR AND SETS THE MAINTENANCE
ALERT COUNT TO ZERO

OPEN MODE OFF

OPEN COUNTER MODE

OPEN SUPERVISED MODE

ANTI-TAILGATE FUNCTION DISABLED

ANTI-TAILGATE FUNCTION ENABLED

INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER DISABLED

INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER ENABLED

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

RADIO

ENABLE

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PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.)

Radio Transmitter Learn

The Controller’s built-in MegaCode® radio receiver can store the IDs of up to
40 transmitters. Refer to the fi gure for the steps required to learn transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if the transmitter memory

is full, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

Radio Transmitter Delete

Transmitters can be deleted from the Controller’s memory either
individually, or all at the same time. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to delete transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if no transmitters are

stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Learn

The Controller supports one or two Model MGT Obstacle Transmitters.
The transmitters can be programmed to function as Open Obstruction,
Close Obstruction, Reverse, or Stop. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to learn MGT transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if two MGT transmitters

are already stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Delete

MGT transmitters can be deleted from the Controller’s memory either
individually, or all at the same time. Refer to the fi gure for the steps
required to delete MGT transmitters.

✓ NOTE: This function will NOT be displayed if no MGT transmitters are

stored in memory, or if the radio receiver is disabled.

Motor Type Selection

The factory sets the default for the Controller to match the type of motor in
the operator. If required, change the motor selection option to a different
type of motor used in the operator. The only two options used for barrier
gates are:

• Ac - AC Motor

• d2 - DC Motor with Electronic Soft Start/Stop

Reset Controller to Factory Defaults

The Controller can be reset with this function. ALL PROGRAMMED
DATA WILL BE LOST, and the factory defaults will be loaded. This

function will not erase radio transmitters, current sense values, or motor
type. Transmitters must be deleted with the two functions above.

FUNCTION

"TL"

LEARN

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"TD"

DELETE

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"ML"

LEARN MGT

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"MD"

ENTER

ENTER

ENTER

UP DOWN

OR

ENTER

ENTER

OR

UP DOWN

ENTER

ENTER

ENTER

PRESS ENTER (ONCE FOR EACH TRANSMITTER,
UP TO 40 TRANSMITTERS TOTAL)

"TL" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE
THE CONTROLLER IS READY TO
LEARN A TRANSMITTER

ACTIVATE THE TRANSMITTER

DISPLAY WILL SHOW "- -" THEN THE
TRANSMITTER ID NUMBER - IF TRANSMITTER
IS ALREADY ENTERED, "dU" WILL BE DISPLAYED,
IF DECODE IS BAD "ERROR" WILL BE DISPLAYED

PRESS ENTER

"TD" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE THE CONTROLLER
IS READY TO DELETE ONE OR MORE TRANSMITTERS,
(TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING ANY, PRESS ENTER)

TO DELETE ALL TRANSMITTERS, PRESS ENTER FOR
2 SECONDS, OR TO PICK TRANSMITTERS GO TO NEXT STEP

PRESS UP OR DOWN TO SCROLL THROUGH THE LIST
OF TRANSMITTER ID NUMBERS

THE TRANSMITTER ID NUMBER IS DISPLAYED
(TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING, PRESS ENTER)
(TO PICK A DIFFERENT TRANSMITTER ID, PRESS UP OR DOWN)

PRESS ENTER FOR 2 SECONDS TO DELETE THE
TRANSMITTER DISPLAYED

PRESS ENTER, "ML" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE
THE CONTROLLER IS READY TO LEARN AN MGT
TRANSMITTER

ACTIVATE THE MGT TRANSMITTER, THE DISPLAY WILL
FLASH "rE" - IF THE TRANSMITTER IS ALREADY ENTERED,
"DU" WILL BE DISPLAYED, IF DECODE IS BAD "ERROR" WILL
BE DISPLAYED

PRESS UP OR DOWN TO SELECT THE MGT FUNCTION:
"rE" = REVERSE "St" = STOP
"OP" = OPEN OBSTRUCTION "CL" = CLOSE OBSTRUCTION

PRESS ENTER TO ACCEPT THE SELECTION

DISPLAY WILL SHOW "--" FOR 5 SECONDS, THEN SHOW THE
TRANSMITTER'S ID NUMBER - REPEAT STEPS FOR
SECOND MGT TRANSMITTER IF USED

PRESS ENTER

"MD" WILL BLINK FOR 30 SECONDS WHILE THE CONTROLLER
IS READY TO DELETE ALL MGT TRANSMITTERS

TO DELETE ALL MGT TRANSMITTERS, PRESS ENTER FOR
2 SECONDS, (TO EXIT WITHOUT DELETING ANY, QUICKLY
PRESS ENTER)

THE DISPLAY WILL SHOW "DELETE ALL" AND THE
CONTROLLER RETURNS TO PROGRAMMING MODE

AC MOTOR

DO NOT SELECT

NOT USED WITH BARRIER GATES

DC MOTOR WITH SOFT START/STOP

DO NOT SELECT

NOT USED WITH BARRIER GATES

DO NOT SELECT

NOT USED WITH BARRIER GATES

DO NOT SELECT

NOT USED WITH BARRIER GATES

NOTE: SELECTION

MUST MATCH

MOTOR BOARD!

FUNCTION

"CL"

RESET TO

FACTORY DEFAULTS

WHILE "CL" IS DISPLAYED, PRESS ENTER

ENTER

ALL PROGRAMMED DATA WILL BE CLEARED
AND THE FACTORY DEFAULTS WILL BE
STORED IN MEMORY.

NOTE: THIS FUNCTION WILL NOT ERASE
TRANSMITTERS, CURRENT SENSE VALUES,
OR MOTOR TYPE.

ERASE MGT

TRANSMITTERS

FUNCTION

"MO"

PRESS UP OR

DOWN TO CYCLE

THROUGH OPTIONS

PRESS ENTER TO

SELECT AN OPTION

MOTOR TYPE

SELECTION

OPTIONS

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Free Gate Loop Layout Illustration

LOOP

SEALANT

3/8"

AT CORNERS

USE RELIEF CUTS

2"

MULTIPLE TURNS

REFER TO LOOP

FOR DETAILS

INSTALLATION NOTES

2" MAX.

TWIST WIRE FROM END OF

LOOPS BACK TO OPERATOR

FOOT

AT LEAST SIX TIMES PER

FREE GATE LAYOUT

LOCATE BARRIER GATE EQUIPMENT 35' FROM ROADWAY

SO THAT APPROCHING VEHICLES ARE ABLE TO COMPLETE

RIGHT TURN BEFORE REACHING ACTUATING DEVICE.

OPERATION OF FREE GATE

SYSTEM:

WHEN VEHICLE PASSES OVER OPEN

DETECTOR LOOP, THE ARM RAISES.

WHEN VEHICLE PASSES OVER AND OFF OF

THIS SYSTEM IS TYPICALLY USED AS AN ENTRANCE

OR EXIT IN CONJUNCTION WITH A CONTROLLED

ENTRANCE OR EXIT.

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RESET DETECTOR LOOP, THE ARM LOWERS.

Pay Gate Loop Layout Illustration

LOOP

SEALANT

3/8"

2"

AT CORNERS

USE RELIEF CUTS

MULTIPLE TURNS

FOR DETAILS

REFER TO LOOP

INSTALLATION NOTES

2" MAX.

TWIST WIRE FROM END OF

LOOPS BACK TO OPERATOR

FOOT

AT LEAST SIX TIMES PER

PAY GATE LAYOUT

OPERATION OF PAY GATE SYSTEM:

LOCATE BARRIER GATE EQUIPMENT 35' FROM ROADWAY

SO THAT APPROCHING VEHICLES ARE ABLE TO COMPLETE

WHEN DRIVER INSERTS CARD INTO CARDLOCK, KEY

INTO KEYLOCK, ETC., THE GATE ARM WILL RAISE TO

ALLOW PASSAGE OF THE VEHICLE.

WHEN VEHICLE PASSES OVER AND OFF RESET DETECTOR

LOOP, THE GATE ARM WILL LOWER.

THIS SYSTEM IS SUITABLE FOR DAILY, MONTHLY, OR

PERFERRED PARKING AND IS WIDELY USED BY

HOSPITALS, MEDICAL CLINICS, UNIVERSITIES, OFFICE

BUILDINGS, FACTORIES, ETC., WHEN THERE IS NEED

FOR CONTROLLED PARKING.

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RIGHT TURN BEFORE REACHING ACTUATING DEVICE.

Dual Gate Installations

Gate Operation

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.

A three-wire shielded conductor cable is required to connect two
operators together for dual operation. Use Belden 8760 Twisted Pair
Shielded Cable (or equivalent) only – P/N 2500-1982, per foot).

✓ NOTE: The shield wire should be connected COMM LINK terminal

“C” in both operators.

Three of the programming functions available are only used for dual gate
installations:

• Dual Gate Enable

Dual Gate Enable must be set for all dual gate installations.

• Stagger Mode (Typically not used with barrier gates)

The Stagger Mode function determines if the operator has a
delayed open or a delayed close. In dual swing gate installations,
typically one operator is programmed for delayed open, and the
other operator is programmed for delayed close.

• Stagger Delay Time (Typically not used with barrier gates)

The Stagger Time sets the length of the delay for the Stagger Mode.

See Pages 11 & 13 for details on these three dual gate programming
functions.

Set the following parameters in each gate operator individually in a single gate
mode before connecting the network cable and operating in dual gate mode.

1. Open and Close Limit settings

2. Open and Closed direction inherent
entrapment protection (OC & CC)

After these parameters have been set, and each operator has been
tested independently and is functioning correctly in single gate mode,
then set BOTH operators to dual gate (dg) in the Paired Mode setup step
under Basic Programming steps.

DUAL GATE
COMM LINK

WIRING

SHIELD

OPERATOR #1

Open Button

Opens 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. Also closes the gate if the gate is in
the process of opening.

Stop Button

Stops the gate from opening or closing at any time.

Single Input

Opens the gate if it’s closed and closes the gate if it’s open (open-close
programming option). Activating the input while the gate is moving will
reverse the gate.

Can be programmed to stop the gate while the gate is moving (open­stop-close programming option).

Fire Department Input

Fully opens the gate when the input is activated. Overrides the Mid-travel
Stop and Auto Close Timer (if either is programmed for the gate). The
gate will lockout in the open position without sounding the alarm. Press
the STOP button to release the lockout.

Open Input

Functions the same as the OPEN button.

Open/Reset Input

Programmable for standard reset loop, Open Counter Mode, or Open
Supervised Mode. See Page 15.

Close Obstruction Input

While the gate is closing, any close obstruction signal will cause the
gate to stop, reverse, and travel to the full open position. Should a open
obstruction input or an open direction inherent entrapment condition
occur prior to the gate reaching the open limit, the operator will lockout
and sound the continuous tone alarm. Another close request will be
required to start the operator again. If after restart, the overload or a
close obstacle happens again before the close limit is reached, the
operator will lockout and sound the alarm. If the auto close timer is set,
when the close obstruction input is cleared, the gate will close when the
auto close timer expires.

Reverse Input

If the reverse input is triggered while the gate is closing, the gate will
reverse to the full open position. If the Auto Close Timer is set, when the
reverse input is cleared, the gate will close when the Auto Close Timer

CONNECT

C - C
B - B
A - A

CONNECT SHIELD

WIRE AT BOTH ENDS

SHIELD

USE BELDEN 8760 TWISTED PAIR

SHIELDED CABLE OR EQUIVALENT

OPERATOR #2

expires. Not typically used with barrier gates.

Open Loop

Functions the same as the OPEN button.

Reverse Loop

Functions the same as the reverse input. Not typically used with barrier
gates.

Reset Loop

Holds the gate fully open while triggered.

Figure 11. COMM LINK Wiring

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Operation Indications

During normal operation, the Controller’s displays will
indicate current operating conditions and status.

Power-up Display

When the Controller powers up, dashes will show on the
display, then the fi rmware version number, then the gate

type (bg for barrier gates).

Exiting programming restarts the Controller. The power-up
display will show upon the restart.

Idle Condition

While the Controller is idling, waiting for a command, the
display will show circulating dashes.

For DC models only - Clockwise : Batteries discharging,
Counterclockwise : Batteries charging.

Last Gate Position/Condition

When the gate moves or stops, the display will show the
status for up to one minute.

• Stop is displayed as St

• Full Close is displayed as FC

• Full Open is displayed as FO

• Entrapment is displayed as En

Reverse Delay

If the gate travel direction is reversed from a user activation
or reversing device, and a reverse delay is set, the display
will count down the delay time in seconds before the
operator restarts.

Run Timer

While the gate is opening or closing, the number of seconds
running time is displayed.

Error 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. To reset the Controller press the STOP button.

WARNING

The Stop and/or Reset button must be located in the line-of­sight of the gate. Activation of the reset control shall not
cause the operator to start.

COMM LINK Connection Failure

In dual gate installations, if there is a connection failure
between the two operators, the COMM LINK indicator will
blink once a second. During this condition the gate will not
operate, except if triggered by the FIRE DEPT input, which
functions normally.

MGT Obstacle Transmitter Trouble

If any MGT transmitters are used with the operator, their
supervision feature will alert the Controller if there is any
trouble with the transmitter. MGT transmitters send hourly
status reports and will send low battery reports when the
transmitter has a low battery. The MGT transmitters also
have a tamper detection switch that will trigger when their
case is opened.

When the Controller detects a low transmitter battery, a
tamper signal, or missing transmitter status reports, the
gate will still operate normally, but the beeper will change
as follows:

• The Pre-start Alarm will beep twice as fast.

• The Run Alarm will beep twice as fast and continue for fi ve minutes
after the gate stops.

• The sounder will “chirp” every fi ve seconds when the gate is idle.

Correct the trouble (close case, replace battery, or replace
transmitter) to clear the obstacle transmitter trouble
indications.

Maximum Run Time Exceeded

If the Maximum Run Time is exceeded, the Controller stops
the operator the same as if a double obstacle has occurred
in an entrapment condition. The condition is cleared by
pressing the STOP button.

CONTROLLER ERROR CAUSES AND INDICATIONS

ERROR CAUSE ERROR INDICATION HOW TO CLEAR

TWO SAFETY REVERSALS (ON
SINGLE GATE OR ON EITHER
DUAL GATE)

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED ON OPENING

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED ON CLOSING

COMM LINK FAILURE

GATE FULL OPEN RESULTING
FROM FIRE DEPT INPUT

FAIL SAFE OR FAIL SECURE
BECAUSE OF BATTERY VOLTAGE
DROP BELOW 21.6 VDC DUE TO
AC POWER LOSS

OTHER CONTROLLER IN
ENTRAPMENT (DUAL GATE)

LOW AC VOLTAGE AT
CONTROLLER

INPUT TRIGGERED DURING
ENTRAPMENT LOCKOUT

COMPATIBILITY PROBLEM En 09, GATE DISABLED

EEPROM PROBLEM En 10, GATE DISABLED TRY RESET, CALL TECH. SUPPORT

DC MOTOR MISMATCH En 11, GATE DISABLED

MOTOR FAILURE En 12, GATE DISABLED CALL TECH. SUPPORT

AC POWER LOSS IN OPEN OR
CLOSE IMMEDIATE POWER
FAIL MODE

MAXIMUM RUN TIMER
EXCEEDED AFTER AC POWER
LOSS

MGT SUPERVISORY CONDITION
(TAMPER, LOW BATTERY,
MISSING HOURLY STATUS)

En 00, CONTINUOUS ALARM
BEEPER, GATE DISABLED

En 01, AND MAX RUN LED,
CONTINUOUS ALARM BEEPER,
GATE DISABLED

En 02, AND MAX RUN LED,
CONTINUOUS ALARM BEEPER,
GATE DISABLED

En 03, AND COMM LINK LED,
CONTINUOUS ALARM BEEPER
FOR 1 MINUTE, GATE DISABLED
(EXCEPT FOR FIRE DEPT INPUT)

En 04, GATE DISABLED PRESS STOP BUTTON

En 05, GATE DISABLED

En 06, GATE DISABLED

En 07, GATE DISABLED

En 08, GATE DISABLED PRESS STOP BUTTON

En 13

En 14

FAST BEEPS DURING PRESTART,
FAST BEEP RUN ALARM, CHIRP
EVERY 5 SECONDS AT IDLE

PRESS STOP BUTTON

PRESS STOP BUTTON,
CLEARS CONTINUOUS ALARM,
THEN DOUBLE BEEP EVERY
5 SECONDS UNTIL NEXT
OPERATION

PRESS STOP BUTTON,
CLEARS CONTINUOUS ALARM,
THEN DOUBLE BEEP EVERY
5 SECONDS UNTIL NEXT
OPERATION

PRESS STOP BUTTON, CLEARS
CONTINUOUS ALARM

BATTERY VOLTAGE MUST RISE
ABOVE 24 VDC

CLEAR ENTRAPMENT ON OTHER
CONTROLLER (PRESS STOP)

RESTORE AC POWER TO
NORMAL LEVEL

UPDATE FIRMWARE AND RESET
BOTH PAIRED CONTROLLERS

REPROGRAM MOTOR TYPE OR
CHANGE DC MOTOR BOARD,
NEXT GATE MOVEMENT WILL
RETRY DC MOTOR CHECK

REAPPLY AC POWER

BATTERY VOLTAGE MUST RISE
ABOVE 24 VOLTS

CLEARS WHEN MGT CONDITION
CLEARS

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Troubleshooting

Contacting Technical Support

For technical questions regarding Linear gate operators, contact the
Technical Services Department at:

1-800-421-1587

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. Allow the motor to
cool down and the thermal overload breaker will reset
automatically.

B. Make sure you have power at the master distribution

panel and that the power has not been turned off.

Motor operates, but gate does not move

A. In operators with torque limiters and friction pad clutches,

check for signs of slipping. You can mark the sprocket
and clutch with a yellow or white grease pen and watch
for the lines to move apart if slipping is taking place.
Adjust the torque limiter tighter if this is the problem.

B. Check for broken chain or worn belts.

C. Check all setscrews on pulleys and sprockets and tighten

them if necessary, and check for keys which may have
fallen loose from keyways.

Motor sounds like it is working harder than normal

A. Make sure the gate is moving freely and without binding

throughout its entire travel.

B. Check the drive chain for obstructions (if the operator

has one).

C. If the operator has an internal brake mechanism, make

sure it is releasing.

from 5:00 AM to 4:30 PM Pacifi c time

Gate stopping part way open or closed
(but no visible obstruction)

A. The Controller may have received a false obstruction

input triggered by current sensing set too low. Make sure
the gate moves freely through its entire travel before
adjusting the current sensing.

B. The Maximum Run Timer may have counted down and

expired. This can be caused by having the timer set too
low, if a chain or belt is broken, or if a sprocket or pulley
is slipping. When the timer expires, the gate stops.

C. An obstruction signal from an accessory wired to the

obstruction input may have triggered falsely. Check the
control board for lit indicators for any of the following
inputs: safety, shadow/reset, open obstruction, close
obstruction, stop, etc. If any are lit when the operator
should be running, remove all devices hooked to that
function and hook them up one at a time and try to run
the operator until the problem device is found. Refer to
Page 8 for details on the control board indicators.

Gate staying open with automatic system

A. If there are vehicle detectors used with the operator, one

of the loops or loop detectors may be sending a false
signal or needs to be reset. Observe the indicators on
the loop detector. Unplug the detector and try running
the operator.

B. An opening or reversing device may be stuck or

malfunctioning. Try disconnecting these devices and
hook them back up one at a time and try running the
operator until the malfunctioning device is found.

C. Make sure the close limit switch isn’t activated. If it is, the

operator will think the gate is already closed.

Limit switch getting out of time

A. Check the setscrews in limit cams for tightness. Replace

if necessary.

How to Order Replacement Parts

Use the part numbers listed on the following pages.

Contact your local Linear dealer or distributor to order parts.

1. Supply the model number and serial number of your operator.

2. Specify the quantity of pieces needed and order by part number and name of part.

3. State whether to ship by freight, truck, parcel post, UPS or air express.

4. State whether transportation charges are to be prepaid or collect.

5. Specify name and address of person or company to whom parts are to be shipped.

6. Specify name and address of person or company to whom invoice is to be sent

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MODEL BGU MECHANICAL PARTS LIST

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

1 2110-839 Enclosure only (without Door)
2 2100-2142 Removable Enclosure Top
3 2110-318* Louvered Door Assembly with Lock

2100-2141 Latch for Enclosure Top

5 2220-008 Lock Assembly with Keys
6 2110-746 Bearing Block Assembly Kit
7 2110-170 Drive Shaft Assembly
8 2110-732 Gate Arm Flange

9 2100-1886 Arm Attachment Channel
11 2200-898 Bearing only
12 2110-441 Connecting Link with Bearings

2500-2108 A.O. Smith 1/3 HP 115V 1 PH

17

2500-2252 Emerson 1/3 HP 115V 1 PH
2500-2308 1/2 HP 208/230 VAC, 1 PH

2200-758 MMTC

19

2200-667 Canimex
2200-118 Reducer Pulley, 4” (10’ Arm)

21

2100-388 Reducer Pulley, 5” (12’ Arm)
2200-208 V-Belt, 26” (10’ Arm)

23

2200-234 V-Belt, 28” (12’ Arm)
24 2200-235 Motor Pulley, 1-5/8”
26 2200-136 Bearing only
28 2400-285 Key, 3/16” x 3/16” x 1-7/8”
29 2400-178 Carriage Bolt, 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2”
33 2200-314 Set Collar, 1-1/4”
34 2400-474 Spring Pin, 0.37” x 2”
38 2500-764 Limit Switch
43 2300-028 Limit Cam
50 2400-238 Key, 3/16” x 3/16” x 1-1/4”
55 2400-188 Thrust Washer
56 2400-165 Shoulder Bolt, 1/2”-13 x 2”
70 2100-1670 Arm Flange Bracket with Cutting Edge
71 2100-1804 Rear Accessory Shelf
72 2100-1799 Power Disconnect Box Mounting Bracket

* Specify color and texture

MOTORS

GEAR REDUCERS 60:1

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

2510-422 115 VAC Power Box Assembly

73

2510-430 230 VAC Power Box Assembly

74 2100-1820 Front Accessory Shelf

2520-523 Wiring Harness Assembly (not shown)

77 2100-2143 Power Box Mounting Strap

2500-2393 APeX Module
2100-2104 APeX Mounting Plate

80

2300-1025 Plastic Cover Only
2510-423 Knob Kit
2400-343 1/4-20 Tinnerman Clip

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70

9

46

38

40

42

42

40

11

30

6

30

47

29

30

1

30

11

47

6

30

29

2

43

33

63

19

74

75

80

44

64

21

28

59

72

73

7

59

56

55

12

26

56

55

71

77

33

23

54

53

5

24

17

76

52

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MODEL BGU-D MECHANICAL PARTS LIST

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

1 2110-839 Enclosure only (without Door)
2 2100-2142 Removable Enclosure Top
3 2110-318* Louvered Door Assembly with Lock

5 2220-008 Lock Assembly with Keys
6 2110-746 Bearing Block Assembly Kit
7 2110-170 Drive Shaft Assembly
8 2110-732 Gate Arm Flange

9 2100-1886 Arm Attachment Channel
11 2200-898 Bearing only
12 2110-441 Connecting Link with Bearings

2500-1902 Motor 24VDC

17

2510-243 Brush Replacement Kit
2110-621 Motor Mounting Bracket (not shown)

2200-758 MMTC

19

2200-667 Canimex
21 2100-388 Reducer Pulley, 5”
23 2200-929 V-Belt, cogged 24”
24 2200-883 Motor Pulley, 1-5/8”
26 2200-136 Bearing only
28 2400-285 Key, 3/16” x 3/16” x 1-7/8”
29 2400-183 Carriage Bolt, 3/8”-16 x 1”
33 2200-314 Set Collar, 1-1/4”
34 2400-474 Spring Pin, 0.37” x 2”
38 2500-764 Limit Switch
43 2300-028 Limit Cam
55 2400-188 Thrust Washer
56 2400-165 Shoulder Bolt, 1/2”-13 x 2”
70 2100-1670 Arm Flange Bracket with Cutting Edge
71 2510-418 Transfor mer Assembly

* Specify color and texture

GEAR REDUCERS 60:1

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

72 2100-1995

2510-432 Power Box Assembly
2500-2411 Power Switch
2500-2413 Power Outlet

73

2500-2473 Relay, 24 VDC
2500-1768 Bridge Rectifi er
2500-1819 Fuse Holder

2500-1748 Fuse, 10 Amp, Slow-Blow
74 2100-1804 Rear Accessory Shelf
75 2100-1820 Front Accessory Shelf

2510-182
76

2500-1118 Battery, 12V (2 required)

2520-524 Wiring Harness Assembly (not shown)
77 2100-2143 Power Box Mounting Strap

2510-439 APeX Module and DC Motor Board Assembly

2500-2393 APeX Module

2500-2399 APeX DC Motor Module
80

2100-2104 APeX Mounting Plate

2300-1025 Plastic Cover Only

2510-423 Knob Kit

Power Disconnect Box and Transformer Mounting
Bracket

Battery Assembly
(Linear supplied - some distributors supply other
batteries)

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Model BGU & BGU-D Arm Parts List

1

3

2

FOR REF. PART NUMBERS, SEE
EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST

MODEL BGU & BGU-D ARM PARTS LIST

REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION

2300-206 Wooden Gate Arm, 10’

1

2300-207 Wooden Gate Arm, 12’

OVER 12’ CONSULT FACTORY

2 2300-083 Warning Tape, 10’

3 2300-253 Warning Label

9

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1

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Model BGU and BGU-D Maintenance

WARNING

Always disconnect power from operator before servicing.
Keep clear of gate during operation.

Battery Maintenance

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.

Preventative Maintenance

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.
Proper adjustments and lubrication should be made as
recommended.

Lubrication

✓ Bearings — For models which have pillow block style

bearings with grease fi ttings, lubricate at least twice a
year with a lithium complex based, petroleum oil NLGI 2
rated grease. Oilite and precision sealed bearings do not
require additional lubrication.

✓ Motor — Motors have sealed ball bearings and do not

require further lubrication. If bearing noise develops after
several years of operation, bearings should be replaced
by a motor repair company, or the motor should be
replaced if necessary.

✓ Barrier Gate Arm — Check all bolts for proper tension

and tighten if necessary. If the arm has been warped or
damaged, replace as necessary.

6-Month Preventative Maintenance

1. For operators which utilize torque limiting clutches,
check for proper tightness. If there appears to be dust
from wear on the pads, inspect the pads and replace
if necessary. If the clutch cannot be adjusted tightly
enough to move the gate without slipping, the pads must
be replaced.

2. For operators with V-belts, inspect for wear and replace
as necessary. Check for proper tension and adjust if
required. Check all pulley setscrews for tightness and
tighten if necessary.

3. For operators with internal chain drives, inspect chain
and sprockets for wear and replace if necessary. Check
for proper tension and alignment, and adjust if required.
Check all hub sprocket setscrews and tighten if required.

4. Check limit switches and limit actuators (cams, limit nuts,
etc.) for wear and replace as required. In rotary limit
switch assemblies, wipe the limit shaft clean and apply a
light coating of dry lubricant.

5. Inspect all nuts and bolts for proper tightness and tighten
as necessary.

6. Check all reversing devices for proper function. Inspect
all contact edges for wear and replace if required. Check
photoeyes for proper alignment and function.

7. Check current sensing for proper adjustment when
fi nished with inspection and maintenance.

8. Inspect the installation area. Are all the warning signs
intact and visible? If they are missing or need replacing,
contact Linear. Be sure there are no control stations
mounted within reach of the gate. Review safety literature
with the customer and advise them to remove any such
stations found.

FCC Notice

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 and Industry
Canada Rules & Regulations. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Gate Operator Installation Checklist

INSTALLER CUSTOMER

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1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions.

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2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have

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3. The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing

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4. If pedestrian traffi c is expected, a separate pedestrian gate has been

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5. Warning signs have been installed on each side of the gate in highly visible locations.

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6. There are no controls installed on the gate operator, or within seven feet of the gate.

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7. The installer has properly adjusted the obstruction sensing feature and has tested

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contact and/or non-contact obstruction sensing devices installed.

devices, in compliance with UL325 requirements for this installation.

installed, a minimum of seven feet from the gate. The customer has been
informed that all pedestrian traffi c must use the pedestrian gate.

The customer has been informed that these signs must remain at all times.

the gate to make sure that the gate stops and reverses a short distance with minimal
resistance applied (40 lbs. on a swing gate at the end of the gate, 75 lbs. on a slide gate)

By signing this installation checklist, I/we hereby certify that each item listed and checked above has been covered by the
installer and is clearly understood by the customer.

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8. The installer has instructed the customer in the proper use of the gate operator and reviewed

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9. The installer has instructed the customer in the proper use of the operator’s

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10. The installer has reviewed all safety instructions with the customer, and has left

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11. The installer has answered any questions the customer has regarding the

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12. The installer has explained to the customer that a regular maintenance

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all of the operational functions, obstruction sensing devices, warning beeper and reset, etc.

manual disconnect feature. The manual disconnect must never be used
while the gate is in motion. The power switch must be turned off before
using the manual disconnect and disengaging the operator.

the safety instructions and owner’s information sheets for their reference.

operation of the gate operator and gate operator safety precautions.

schedule for both the gate and the gate operator is recommended.

Customer’s Signature

Installer’s Signature

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