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 SG and SG-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
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.
VOLTS & HP
115 VOLTS
1/2-HP
230 VOLTS
1/2-HP
VOLTS & HP
115 VOLTS
1/2-HP
MODEL SG POWER WIRING
MAXIMUM DISTANCE (FEET)
SINGLEDUAL
22211112
35417710
5662838
9004506
89444712
142271110
226411328
360018006
MODEL SG-D POWER WIRING
MAXIMUM DISTANCE (FEET)
SINGLEDUAL
22211112
35417710
5662838
9004506
WIRE GAUGE
WIRE GAUGE
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
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
24"
7-1/2"
4" DIA. GUARD POSTS
4 FT. TALL, BY OTHERS
.75
ø 8X
OPEN SPACE FOR
CONDUITS HERE
14" MINIMUM
TO PROVIDE CLEARANCE FOR
FLANGE AND COUNTERWEIGHTS
48"
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)
The barrier gate arm connects to the operator with the arm
attachment channel and gate arm fl ange. Counterweights
in the attachment channel balance the gate arm for smooth
operation.
✓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 the SG arm on the ground fi rst, making sure to leave all
fasteners loose, including the spreader arms (Parts #4 & #7).
2. Make sure the barrier gate is in the full closed position.
3. With someone’s assistance, lift the arm up to a height even with
the barrier gate fl ange. The far end should either be supported by
something of equal height as the fl ange, or be held by someone
throughout the next steps.
4. Assemble the wood arms (#10) between the attachment channels
(#8) and the fl ange and bolt together. Tighten these bolts (#9) fi rmly.
5. Tighten all bolts (#3) where the three pieces of wood arm come
together.
6. Tighten up the nuts (#6) on the spreader arms (#4 & #7) until the
plates (#5) are tight against the wood.
7. The arm should have a curved, wishbone appearance once fi nished.
In order to keep gear oil from spilling out during shipping,
gear reducers used in the SG and SG-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.
The Controller in models SG and SG-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.