WedgeSmart DC Installation & Assembly - Ground Equipment and Complete Installation MX3572-01 Rev. A Page 6
WedgeSmart DC: Complete the Install
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For earth grounding requirements in the U.S.A., refer to the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) 780 - Standard for the Installation of Lightning
Protection Systems.
Highlights of the standard include:
• The ground rod must be UL listed copper-clad steel, solid copper, hot-dipped
galvanized steel, or stainless steel. Minimum requirements: ½ inch (13 mm)
diameter and 8 feet (244 cm) in length.
• The ground rod is driven into the earth (refer to local codes for proper depth
requirements).
• The ground rod is electrically bonded to the chassis with a single length of unspliced 6AWG copper wire less than 3 feet (91cm) long. Due to the large concrete
foundation, make the necessary adjustments to accommodate for earth ground
requirements.
• Local jurisdictions may impose additional or different requirements above
the NEC and NFPA 780. Consult the local codes and regulations regarding
requirements in your area.
NOTICE: Properly grounding the gate operator is critical to gate operator
performance and personnel safety. Equipment containing electronics may
benet when the earth ground discharges excessive voltage. Use sufcient
wire size during installation. If you do not ground the operator with a separate
earth ground rod, you risk voiding the Warranty.
1. Install the grounding rod per local building codes.
2. Attach a large earth ground wire (6AWG) from the grounding rod to the
lug nut on the chassis. Feed the 6AWG wire from the chassis to the earth
ground rod.
DANGER
The potential for lightning discharge exists with all gates, barrier arms,
fences, and gate operators. National Electric Code (NEC) requires a
separate earth ground in addition to the required equipment ground.
NOT TO SCALE
TRAFFIC LIGHT OPTION
An additional trafc light can be mounted on the chassis and is
useful in bi-directional trafc situations. The packaged option kit
(MX3805) comes equipped with mounting hardware and cable
harness.
Trafc light
Trafc light
Drill mounting
holes for fasteners
and cable harness.
Be sure to Ground the Operator
Ground rod
Ground lug
6AWG copper wire
less than 3 ft (91 cm)
in length
Consult local
codes for
required depth
REAR BRACKET BATTERY SHELF
If the operator is mounted close to a wall, the side door access
may be blocked. A rear bracket battery shelf option is available.
The packaged option kit (MX3900) comes equipped with
mounting hardware and battery extension wires and ttings.
Assemble rear bracket with
shelves and install inside the
chassis. Rework battery cables
and feed through chassis to
connect to Controller wires.
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Configure the AL (Arm Lights) settings.
Check that the arm lights blink while the arm cycles and
searches for the target home position. See page 5.
When the arm has stopped moving, the arm lights continue to blink.
(If you want lights to remain lit without blinking, access the User Menu.)
The default (0) setting assures the arm
lights ash constantly while closing and
opening and when fully closed (barrier arm
down, wedge plate up).
If you prefer lights to remain lit without
blinking when operator is fully closed, access
the User Menu and change the AL setting.
Use the Arm Controller display menu buttons.
1. Press MENU twice and press NEXT
until AL appears in the display.
2. Press SELECT. “AL” blinks indicating it can accept changes. Press
NEXT to display 1.
3. Press SELECT and “AL” stops blinking.
4. Press MENU to exit Menu Mode.
Configure the User Menu: AL
AL 0 (OFF)
ARM LIGHTS BLINK
OPEN
CLOSE
STOP
MENU
RESET
PREV
NEXT
SELECT
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To congure User and Installer Menu options such as arm speed, Close Timer,
etc..., refer to the Programming and Operations Manual
• Make sure the operator is grounded.
• Review, with the end user, the Important Safety Instructions and the proper use of
WedgeSmart DC operator. Include how to manually operate the wedge plate.
• Replace operator’s covers and side panels. Secure with a key latch.
• Take photos of the installation site.
Complete the Installation