Linear GS6000 Owner's Manual
INSTALLATION AND
OWNER’S MANUAL
GATE STAR 6000
Model GS6000 - Heavy Duty Commercial
Vehicular Swing Gate Operator
Proven
CGA2K™
TECHNOLOGY!
Serial #:
Date Installed:
Your Dealer:
As of date of manufacture,
meets all ANSI/UL 325
Safety Requirements for
Vehicular gate operators
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READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLATION OR USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2
Pre-Installation Notes ...................................................... 3
Operator Class Designation......................................... 3
Section A: Gate System Design/Installation................. 4
Section B: Preparing the Site......................................... 6
The Concrete Operator Pad ......................................... 6
Placing the Vehicle Detector Loops ........................... 6
Electrical Power Requirements ................................... 8
Section C: Installing the Operator ................................. 9
Placing the Mechanical Unit ........................................ 9
Installing the Arm.......................................................... 9
Setting the Limit Switches ......................................... 11
Electrical Hookup........................................................ 11
Connecting the High Voltage AC Wiring .................. 12
Bi-Parting Installation................................................. 12
Accessory Equipment Hookup.................................. 13
Optional Photoelectric Thru Beam Sensor........... 14
Optional Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor.. 15
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE
ONLY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN SHOULD SERVICE THIS GATE OPERATOR
Optional Electric Edge Sensor ...............................16
Pre-Setting the Motor Overload Sensitivity...............18
Setting the Switch Selectable Options ......................19
No Load Test Mode......................................................19
Section D: Starting the Operator ..................................20
Wiring Diagram ............................................................20
Applying Power............................................................21
Indicator Lamps ...........................................................21
Maximum Run Timer ...................................................22
Final Settings ...............................................................23
Terminal Strip Reference Chart..................................24
Section E: End User Instructions .................................25
Safety Guide for the End User....................................25
Operational Guide for the End User...........................27
Manual Release Instructions ......................................28
Operator Exploded View & Parts List .................. 29 & 30
Technical Specifications ................................................32
Figure 1: Test Log
PERIODICALLY TEST SENSITIVITY OF OVERLOAD *** READ MANUAL ***
LOG DATE OVERLOAD TEST
DATE TESTED DATE TESTED DATE TESTED DATE TESTED
DATES OPERATOR
SERVICED
READ THESE STATEMENTS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS CLOSELY.
The Warning and Caution boxes throughout this manual are there to protect you and
your equipment. Pay close attention to these boxes as you follow the manual.
WARNING
Indicates a MECHANICAL
hazard of INJURY OR
DEATH. Gives instructions
to avoid the hazard.
Indicates a MECHANICAL hazard
instructions to avoid the hazard.
CAUTION
of DAMAGE to your gate, gate
operator, or equipment. Gives
WARNING
Indicates an ELECTRICAL
hazard of INJURY OR
DEATH. Gives instructions
to avoid the hazard.
CAUTION
Indicates an ELECTRICAL hazard
of DAMAGE to your gate, gate
operator, or equipment. Gives
instructions to avoid the hazard.
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
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The Gate Star 6000 (GS6000) Vehicular Gate Operator will provide
convenience and assurance to the ultimate users for many years. It is
ruggedly built of the finest materials and has been thoroughly inspected
and tested at the factory. It has many features that will aid in the
installation and testing of the complete gate system. The GS6000 is
certified to comply with UL Standard for Safety - UL325. (115 Volt
version only).
NOTICE - BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION,
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY SO YOU WILL
BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE
FEATURES OF THE GS6000 AND ITS PROPER
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
The GS6000 Vehicular Swing Gate Operator is designated a Class I
Residential Vehicular Swing Gate Operator, and is intended to operate
a vehicular swing gate installed on a residential home, maximum of
four single families in the dwelling, or a garage or parking area
associated with that home. The GS6000 vehicular gate operator is also
designated Class II (Commercial location or multi-family home); III
(industrial location not intended to service the general public); and IV
(secure or restricted access locations, ie. airports and prisons). The
GS6000 may be used in any Class location.
Because the GS6000 (as well as gate operators sold by other
manufacturers) is designed to start and move gates weighing as much as
1100 pounds,---the GS6000 is capable of producing high levels of
force. It is important in the design of the total gate system that
designers, installers and users be aware of the hazards that may be
associated with the IMPROPER design, installation and use of
Vehicular Gate systems and Gate Operators.
The gate operator is only one part of a complete automatic gate
operating system. As each location and usage is different, a properly
designed system will include all applicable safety devices.
The GS6000 CGA2K™ Technology provides several features that
can help reduce the hazards of your gate system.
Built-In Overload Detector Sensing System
The GS6000 has a built-in "overload detector" that can help reduce the
hazards of your gate system. This device, however, must not be
considered as the primary defense system. Consider all available
options (electric leading edges, photoelectric sensors, protective screen
mesh, etc) to eliminate hazards in your gate system design.
The GS6000 built-in overload detector will activate if there is an abrupt
increase in motor current above that normally required to move the
gate. The overload detection point is an adjustable setting that must be
determined at the time of installation. This setting must be tested
periodically to ensure proper operation. Diligent maintenance of the
gate hinges and hardware will assure the most responsive operation of
the overload detector. See pages 16 & 20.
ADVISE THE PURCHASER TO CHECK THE SENSITIVITY OF
THE OVERLOAD PERIODICALLY AND LOG THE DATE
TESTED ON THE LOG LOCATED ON PAGE TWO OF THIS
MANUAL (See Figure 1, pg. 2.)
.
The GS6000 is also provided with a Torque Limiter that may be
adjusted to "slip" when an obstruction is encountered. However, the
purpose of the Torque Limiter is to protect the GS6000 mechanical
parts. Whether the overload is activated before the Torque Limiter slips
will depend upon the "tightness" of the adjustment of the Torque
Limiter. This adjustment will be explained in the final check out of the
GS6000.
Connections for External Entrapment Prevention Sensors
Because all gate system installations are different, the GS6000 control
panel provides independent connections for Open and Close noncontact (photoelectric) and contact (edge) sensors. In this way a
photoelectric sensor could be utilized to guard the gate area when
closing and an edge sensor would provide the protection when opening.
Depending on the particular application a combination contact and noncontact sensor protection system for the open and close directions may
provide more effective entrapment protection than a single device for
both directions. See pages 4, 5, 14, 15, 16, 20, 25, 26, and 27.
NOTICE - THE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CANNOT
COVER ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS AND
SITUATIONS WHICH MAY OCCUR DURING ITS USE. IT
MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT COMMON SENSE AND
CAUTION MUST BE EXERCISED BY THE PERSON(S)
INSTALLING, MAINTAINING AND OPERATING THE
EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED HEREIN. DO NOT USE THIS
EQUIPMENT FOR ANY OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED
PURPOSE — OPERATING A SWING GATE.
Audio Alarm and Safe Secure™ Open/Close Push Button Enableon-Alarm Only (Patent No. 6,611,205)
The GS6000 has an audio alarm that sounds when a second occurrence
of the built-in overload activation is registered before an end limit
(open or close) is reached. The alarm continues to sound warning until
a fixed wire input is activated or five (5) minutes pass. As with the
built-in overload detector, diligent maintenance of the gate hinges and
hardware will avoid nuisance operation of the overload detector and
thereby avoid nuisance operation of the audio alarm. The patented Safe
Secure™ Open/Close Push Button Enable-on-Alarm Only feature can
be set to provide a secure control station that will be functional in an
emergency situation. See pages 19 and 20.
SMART™ Self-adjusting MAximum Run Timer
The GS6000 has a Self-adjusting MAximum Run Timer, SMART™.
The amount of time for the first few cycles of operation are registered
and averaged within the motor controller circuitry. After the first few
initial cycles, if the gate is activated and no other command is given or
an end limit (open or close) is not reached in the previously counted
cycle time plus approximately 4 seconds, the operator will be turned
off. See page 22.
OTHER FEATURES
Auto Close Timer: Adjustable from 2 to 60 seconds, provides an
automatic closure of the gate from the full open position. See page 19.
Timer Re-close On/Off Switch: Enables an automatic closure of the
gate from a partially closed position if the close movement was
initiated by the Auto Close Timer and the close cycle was interrupted
by a non-contact (photoelectric) sensor input. See page 19.
Diagnostic LEDs on the Motor Controller Board: Provides a visual
indication of the status of the gate system operation. See page 21.
A: GATE SYSTEM DESIGN / INSTALLATION
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH: READ AND FOLLOW
WARNING!
ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND
GATE SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS!
GATE SYSTEM DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
• The GS6000 operator may be installed on a Class I, II, III, or IV
Vehicular Swing Gate. See page 3 for an explanation of the
different Class locations. See the last page of this manual for the
operator specifications (voltage, maximum gate weight & length
etc.).
• Make sure that the gate moves freely, all hinges are in good working
order, the gate does not bind in any manner and the gate swing area
is clean and free of irregularities. DO NOT INSTALL THE
OPERATOR UNTIL ALL GATE PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN
CORRECTED.
• Do not increase the built-in overload detector adjustment or
overtighten the torque limiter to compensate for a poorly working
gate. A well maintained gate will ensure easy manual operation (if
needed) and maximum operator obstruction sensitivity.
• Install the operator on the inside of the property/fence line. DO
NOT install an operator on the public side of the fence line or gate.
Outward swinging gates should not open into public areas.
• The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is
supplied between the gate and any adjacent structures when opening
and closing to reduce the risk of entrapment.
• Make sure the gate operating system is placed far enough back from
the road to eliminate traffic backup. The distance from the road, size
of the gate, usage level and gate cycle/speed must be taken into
consideration to eliminate potential hazards.
• For ORNAMENTAL “GRILL TYPE” GATES (or any other type of
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ENTRAPMENT
SAFETY CHECK LIST:
ZONE
PINCH POINTS
ENTRAPMENT
ZONE
ELECTRIC GATE EDGE
Figure 3
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Figure 2
open gate where a handhold or toehold may be achieved), injuries
may occur when people put arms through the openings or children
“ride” the gate by standing on the bars and holding on to the gate.
THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD CAN BE MINIMIZED BY
INSTALLING A MESH SCREEN ON THE GATE. The
manufacturer strongly recommends the entire gate and adjacent
fence area the gate covers when open be meshed or guarded such
that a handhold or toehold cannot be achieved. See Figure 2.
• The gate operator as described in this manual is a VEHICULAR
GATE OPERATOR and as such is NOT INTENDED FOR
PEDESTRIAN traffic. In installations where pedestrian passage
through the fence is necessary, install a pedestrian access opening.
The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote
pedestrian usage. Locate the vehicular gate and the pedestrian
access opening such that persons will not come into contact with the
vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.
See page 26 for additional information.
• Install leading edge detectors and/or photocells in your design to
protect system entrapment zones. These devices can be provided
for incorporation in your gate system design.
• Use the illustration at left (Figure 3) and the information and
diagrams on pages 14, 15, and 16 to minimize the risk of injury in
your design of the swing gate operator system. IDENTIFY THE
ENTRAPMENT ZONES AND PINCH POINT AREAS IN YOUR
GATE. Design the gate installation to minimize the risk of
entrapment in these areas. Install additional safety equipment such
as edge sensors and photocells to further minimize risk. All
entrapment zones are required to be protected.
• Entrapment Zones: Design in personal entrapment protection
devices to protect people from entrapment in the zones shown in
Figure 3 and the information and diagrams on pages 14, 15, and 16.
A: GATE SYSTEM DESIGN & INSTALLATION
• Pinch Points: Use protective measures (guards, padded edges, etc.)
to protect people from the pinch points shown in Figure 3 and the
information and diagrams on pages 14, 15, and 16. Attach roller
guards in cantilevered gate systems to minimize the risk of hands
being caught between the top of the gate and the roller.
• SWING GATES HAVE THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF HANDS
AND FINGERS BEING PINCHED between the gate edge and the
post to which the gate is mounted. It is recommended that the
hinges be mounted so that this opening increases as the gate swings
open. PROTECT THIS "PINCH POINT" SO THIS HAZARD
IS AVERTED. See Figure 3.
• CONSIDER ALL OTHER "PINCH POINTS" IN YOUR DESIGN
of the gate system. Observe the arm as it opens and the two arm
pieces swing past each other. Use protective measures to reduce
hazards at this location. Restrict access to the arm motion. See
Figure 3.
• DO NOT consider the built-in overload detector as the primary
defense system. Consider all options in the gate system design.
• DO NOT connect any auxiliary equipment to the GS6000 (detectors,
card readers, etc.) until the gate operator and all its functions are
fully tested. Only connect one device at a time and ensure its proper
function(s) before moving on to the next device.
• DO NOT locate any control device (key switch, switch, key pad,
card reader, etc.) in a position where it may be activated by a person
reaching through the gate or while touching the gate in any manner.
Locate all control devices a minimum of 10 feet from the gate when
opened or closed.
• Outdoor or easily accessible controls must be of the security type to
prevent unauthorized use of the system.
• Install all devices that will Open, Close or Stop the gate in such a
manner that THE GATE WILL BE IN FULL VIEW WHEN THE
DEVICE IS OPERATED.
• Before activating the "timer to close" option of the GS6000,
ENSURE THE PERSONAL ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION
DEVICES (operator reversing feature, edges, photocells) ARE
OPERATING and install VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS AND
VEHICLE DETECTORS for protection of user vehicles. Read the
manual for information on the installation of these devices. IF
VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED TO
PREVENT THE GATE FROM CLOSING ON A VEHICLE,
INSTRUCT THE USER TO PERIODICALLY CHECK THE
OPERATION OF THE DETECTORS.
• USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING NEAR THE
BELTS AND PULLEYS when the operator cover is removed.
Apply power to the operator only when instructed to do so.
• When the GS6000 cover is removed, high voltage is exposed in the
control box area. EVEN IF THE RED POWER LIGHT IS NOT
LIGHTED, HIGH VOLTAGE AC MAY STILL BE PRESENT.
NEVER LEAVE THE INSTALLATION WITH THE COVERS
REMOVED.
• ALWAYS TURN OFF THE POWER BEFORE ATTEMPTING
SERVICE OF EITHER THE ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL
SYSTEMS.
• SECURELY ATTACH THE WARNING SIGNS provided with the
GS6000 on the gate (one on the outside and one on the inside) where
they can be seen by persons in the area of the gate to alert them of
automatic gate operation. (If the user refuses to have the warning
signs installed, Allstar recommends that you note this on your
5
records and have the user sign a disclaimer.) See Figure 4.
MOVING GATE
CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS
INJURY OR
DEATH
KEEP CLEAR !
Gate May Move at Any Time.
Do not allow children to play
in gate area or operate gate.
Operate gate only when gate
area is in sight and free of
people and obstructions.
Figure 4
AS THE INSTALLER YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
1 ASSURING THAT THE GATE AND OPERATOR SYSTEM,
WHEN FULLY INSTALLED AND OPERABLE, COMPLIES
WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF UL325:
STANDARD FOR SAFETY FOR DOOR, DRAPERY, GATE,
LOUVER AND WINDOW OPERATORS AND SYSTEMS.
2 ASSURING THAT THE OWNER/END USER OF THE
SYSTEM UNDERSTANDS ITS BASIC OPERATION AND
SAFETY FEATURES. IN PARTICULAR, BE SURE THE
OWNER/END USER UNDERSTANDS THE LOCATION
AND OPERATION OF A MANUAL DISCONNECT
(WHERE PROVIDED) OR HOW TO OPERATE THE GATE
MANUALLY.
3 YOU ALSO HAVE THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY OF
INSURING THAT ALL POSSIBLE OPERATIONAL
HAZARDS HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED AND
ELIMINATED. YOU MUST ADVISE AND WARN THE
PURCHASER AND THE ULTIMATE USER OF ANY
HAZARDS THAT YOU HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO
ELIMINATE.
4 POINTING OUT TO THE OWNER/END USER OF THE
GATE SYSTEM THAT CHILDREN OR PETS ARE NOT
ALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR THE GATE, FENCE
OR ANY PART OF THE SYSTEM, AND THAT THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THIS
OPERATOR AND THEIR IMPLEMENTATION ARE THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER/END USER.
5 LEAVING THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL FOR THIS OPERATOR AS WELL AS ANY
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION SUPPLIED WITH
THIS OPERATOR OR OTHER COMPONENTS OF THE
GATE SYSTEM WITH THE OWNER/END USER.
6 NOT PLACING IN SERVICE THIS OPERATOR IF YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE
GATE OPERATING SYSTEM. CONSULT THE
OPERATOR MANUFACTURER.
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28-3/4
30
24
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B: PREPARING THE SITE
THE CONCRETE PAD
The standard GS6000 is designed to operate a single leaf gate.
Installation requires the presence of a suitable concrete pad as a base for
the operator. The dimensions of this pad should be sufficient to allow
at least 3" of clearance from each edge of the pad to the nearest
operator mounting hole. The top of the pad should be 3" above grade to
raise the operator above any standing water, while the depth of the pad
below grade is dependent on the weight and size of the gate and the soil
conditions at the site of the installation. THE SITE FOR THE
OPERATOR SHOULD BE CHOSEN WITH AT LEAST 26" OF
CLEARANCE ABOVE THE TOP OF THE UNIT TO ALLOW FOR
COVER REMOVAL.
Hinge Pivot Point
Closed Gate
24"
12.38"
42"
30"
Output
Shaft
Target Area
Conduit Exit
From Pad
10" W x 5" H
16"
If no suitable concrete base exists, a pad must be poured. After
completing the gate installation, place the operator pad at the
appropriate location as illustrated in Figures 5 and 6. Consult
local building codes for depth of base. Typical depths range
from 24” to 36”. In either case, if vehicles are going to be
operated in the vicinity of the operator, consider installation
of protective bollards in front of the operator.
Operator Pad
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16 1/4"
Figure 5: Operator
F o o t p r i n t
To properly install a bi-parting gate system, it is necessary to use two
(2) GS6000 operators in your design, one unit on each side of the
opening. The operators can be linked via the control circuitry for
Primary/Secondary (Master/Slave) operation. It is necessary to run an
additional low voltage conduit between the two units.
If desired, the service conduits can be routed up through the concrete
pad. The conduits should exit the concrete pad in the 5” x 10” target
area as illustrated in Figure 5. The end of the conduits should protrude
a maximum of one (1) inch above the concrete surface.
PLACING THE VEHICLE DETECTOR LOOPS
If Vehicle Detectors are to be used with the GS6000, the "Loops" to be
buried in the drive should be installed during the site preparation phase
of the installation. Proper placement of the Vehicle Detector wire loops
is critical if the loops are to provide satisfactory, extended service.
THE MOST IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS ARE: 1) PROPER
WIRE TYPE AND, 2) GOOD, TIGHT CONNECTIONS FROM THE
LOOP TO THE LOOP TERMINATING CONNECTOR. The
termination of the loop wires will be at the GS6000 terminal board.
There are three pre-wired Vehicle Detector sockets provided in the
GS6000 operator (detector modules not supplied as standard). These
sockets are powered by 24 VAC supplied by the operator. If you as the
installer utilize these socket adapters you must provide the detector
modules and loop wiring. The loop detector modules supplied should
be compatible with the sockets (11 pin round socket connector) and
rated voltage (24 VAC). If additional loop detectors are used a separate
A/C service must be provided for the detectors.
Two different types of Loop Installations will usually be encountered
when placing the loops in the drive: 1) If the driveway material is
already in place. saw cuts will be needed in which to place the loop
wire. 2) For loops where the paving material will be installed after the
loop is positioned, it is necessary that the loops be placed in Schedule
40 PVC pipe to maintain uniform loop spacing with respect to the
surface of the pavement. The loop should be placed 1.5" below the
surface of the pavement and at least 2" above any reinforcing steel.
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24”
28-3/4”
3”
NOTE: SEE PAGE 10 FOR
PLACING THE OPERATOR AND
GATE ARM ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS AND
ILLUSTRATIONS
30”
Figure 6: Operator Layout
B : PREPARING THE SITE
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Figure 7: Loop Diagrams
The lead-in wires need not be in PVC, but must have a least six (6)
twists per running foot.
THE LOOP WIRES MUST BE CONTINUOUS. NO SPLICES OR
CONNECTIONS IN THE LOOP ARE TO BE PERMITTED
BELOW GROUND. THE ONLY CONNECTION WILL BE AT
THE TERMINATION OF THE WIRE AT THE VEHICLE
DETECTOR. Above ground splices may be used providing the wire
is twisted, soldered and moisture sealed. For best long term results,
do not use wire nuts anywhere in the loop system. Connect to the
Vehicle Detector harness by soldering.
For saw-cut installations, observe the methods recommended in
Figure 7, above. The saw-cut must be to a depth of 1.5", clean and
with no sharp corners. After placing the wires, it is essential that the
wires be held tightly in place by a foam backing prior to pouring the
sealant. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT WHEN FREEZING
IS LIKELY. No voids should exist that will permit the collection of
water that might freeze and push the loop wires out of the slot. The
sealant used should not be hard setting and should be suitable for
pavement material.
THE WIRE USED FOR THE LOOPS MUST BE HEAT AND
WATER RESISTANT, CROSS-LINK POLYETHYLENE
INSULATED. TYPE XLPE IS BEST. RHW IS O.K. DO NOT
USE ANY PVC INSULATED WIRE. (PVC insulation will absorb
moisture that may affect Detector operation.) WIRE SIZE SHOULD
BE #16 GA. STRANDED OR LARGER.
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VEHICLE DETECTOR SHADOW LOOP
(BLANKING LOOP) FOR SWING GATES
The inside loop for a swing gate installation must be located at least
4 feet outside of the arc of the gate. If it is not, the Vehicle Detector
may detect the gate as it moves over the loop and cause the Gate to
reopen. If the gate is large and a single leaf, the arc usually requires
that the loop be a considerable distance from the closed gate position.
This may not be an effective position for the loop. In this case, a
“shadow” or “blanking” loop may be used.
When a Shadow Loop is necessary, connect the loop wires to the
operator terminals G and E, (Shadow Loop) and insert a loop
detector module in the Shadow Loop socket (black, white, blue,
yellow connector wires). The GS6000 circuitry will recognize a
vehicle on the loop and prevent the gate from closing while the
vehicle is over the Shadow Loop. When the gate is closing or
opening, the GS6000 circuitry will ignore input from this loop as the
gate swings over it.
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B: PREPARING THE SITE
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SINGLE GATE
WIRE
DISTANCE
SIZE
100 FT
#14
150 FT
#12
250 FT
#10
400 FT
#8
600 FT
#6
NOTE: DISTANCE IS T OTAL LENGTH OF
WIRE FROM CIRCUIT BREAKE R IN THE
MAIN PANEL TO THE GATE OPERATOR.
Table 1
AC POWER SOURCE
TYPICAL CONNECTIONS
DOUBLE GATE
WIRE
SIZE DISTANCE
50 FT
#14
75 FT
#12
125 FT
#10
200 FT
#8
300 FT
#6
HIGH VOLTAGE TERMINALS
GND
120 VAC, 15A
Dedicated Circ uit
L2 L1
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
The GS6000 can be ordered for 115 Volts AC (VAC) or 230 VAC
operation. The AWG wire size for the electrical service depends on
the distance of the operator from the breaker panel. Refer to Table 1
to determine the correct wire size.
The DISTANCE column is the ideal distance from the breaker panel
to the operator for a given wire size and voltage.
NOTE! FOR A BI-PARTING INSTALLATION, THERE
WILL BE TWO OPERATOR UNITS OPERATING AT THE
SAME TIME. IF THESE WILL BE POWERED FROM THE
SAME SUPPLY IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO REDUCE THE
LENGTHS IN TABLE 1 BY A FACTOR OF TWO.
Class 2 low voltage wiring from external controls such as a key pad,
card reader, telephone entry device, etc. must be brought to the
GS6000 by a separate conduit from the 115 VAC electrical hook up
conduit. Low voltage control wires MUST NEVER be routed in the
same conduit as the HIGH VOLTAGE power wires.
WARNING!
AVOID ELECTROCUTION:
DO NOT ROUTE LOW VOLTAGE WIRES IN SAME
CONDUIT AS HIGH VOLTAGE WIRES. FOLLOW
ALL LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES OR THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
Note! If a wire set (connections between Master Open and
Master Close (Primary/Secondary operation terminals) is to
routed between a set of GS6000 operators for bi-parting
operation these wires ARE LOW VOLTAGE WIRES AND
MUST BE ROUTED IN A LOW VOLTAGE CONDUIT
TO THE CONTROL BOX.
OTHER VOLTAGES AND 3 PHASE SYSTEMS.
The GS6000 can operate at other voltages or on three (3) phase
systems. To operate at 440 VAC it will be necessary to install an
external step down transformer. The transformer should be located
in a separate electrical box and protected by suitable circuit breaker
and/or fusing. A 440 Volt rated switch should also be installed.
Follow local electrical codes or the National Electrical Code. The
transformer selected should be UL LISTED and be rated for a
minimum 600 Volt-Amperes (Watts).
IF TWO OPERATORS ARE TO BE USED FOR A BI-PARTING
GATE SYSTEM, THEN A 1000 VOLT-AMPERE/WATT
TRANSFORMER MUST BE USED.
Operating from a three (3) phase line will require the use of a 230
VAC rated GS6000, CHECK THE OPERATOR PRODUCT
LABEL!!! The GS6000 (rated for 230 VAC) may be operated from a
230 Volt "Delta" or "Y" line. In either case, ONLY one "leg" of the
three phase line will be used. The unbalance of the line will be
minimal since the full rate current of the GS6000 at 230 VAC is only
2.2 amperes. (4.4 Amperes for a bi-parting system.) Connect any
two wires of the three phase system to the 230 VAC GS6000. Tape
the third wire carefully so that it does not short to any other object.
(The "Y" system will have 4 wires, one of which will be the
"common". Make sure the common is NOT selected as one of the
wires connected to the GS6000.) It is always best to also pull a
ground wire from the electrical service box to the GS6000 to ensure
the frame is securely affixed to GROUND.
SERVICE CONDUIT
For new installations the conduit for the High Voltage may be
brought to a junction box near where the GS6000 will be located or it
may be brought directly to the GS6000’s Control Box.
UNPACKING
CHECKLIST
The GS6000 as shipped consists of the
components listed below.
GS6000 Operator
Wood Pallet with 4 lag bolts
Instruction Kit
Instruction Manual
Warning signs
Swing Arm Kit
Swing Arm
Crank Arm
Crank Arm Extension
Swing Gate Fittings
Swing Arm Bracket
Swing Arm Padlock with keys
Hardware Package
C: INSTALLING THE OPERATOR
TOOLS REQUIRED
The following tools and materials are required for a proper installation of the GS6000. The listing below is minimum list
and not meant as definitive, allow experience to dictate if a task can be better accomplished with a different tool.
1. Wire cutter, stripper and crimping tools. (For attaching accessory equipment to the control box barrier strip.)
2. A #2 Phillips Head screw driver for removing the screws to the High Voltage cover.
3. Medium standard straight blade screw driver for the terminal strip screws.
4. Very small blade screwdriver. (For adjusting the potentiometer on the Logic and Power board.)
5. Electric arc welder or an electric drill with a 3/8" bit. (For attaching Arm Bracket to the Gate.)
6. Several feet of #18 or #22 gauge insulated multistrand wire. (For connecting accessory equipment to the control
box terminal strip, and for limit switch control wires.)
7. Four 1/2" diameter concrete anchor bolts with hex nuts, flat washers and lock washers. (For attaching the GS6000
to the concrete pad.) (Not Included)
8. Concrete drill and bit. (To drill mounting holes for concrete bolts.)
9. Multimeter. (To test line voltage and other measurements as necessary.)
10. Small level. (To level GS6000 at installation.)
11. Hex Key set (5/16” and 1/8” hex key specifically needed)
11. Torque Wrench and 1-5/8” Socket
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PLACING THE GS6000 OPERATOR
Remove the turret cover and rain seal from the shaft of the
GS6000. SAVE THEM! Next, remove the cover from the GS6000
by removing the 5/16 inch diameter bolts on each side of the unit
and set them aside. SAVE THEM! The operator cover, rain seal
and turret cover are to be re-installed in reverse order of removal at
the completion of the installation.
The recommended procedure for attaching the GS6000 to the
concrete pad is first to locate and drill the hole for the mounting hole
nearest to the gate post. Locate this hole by referring to Figures 5
and 6 (Page 6) and Figure 8 (Page 10). Figure 5 features an aerial
view of the operator footprint and concrete pad outline for a left-
hand mounted GS6000 operator with gate. Figure 6 features an
isometric view of a left-hand mounted GS6000 operator with gate.
Figure 8 features an aerial view of a right-hand mounted GS6000
operator with gate and an isometric view of the gate arm assembly in
a exploded fashion . All dimensions are applicable to either the lefthand or right-hand views, transpose them as necessary to your
particular installation.
Ensure the operator is placed on the
concrete pad such that the center of the output shaft is 42”
vertically and 16” horizontally away from the gate center
hinge point, as illustrated in Figure 5. These are the
critical dimensions for this part of the installation.
After drilling, place an anchor bolt in the initial hole, then reset the
operator mounting hole over that bolt. Measure, re-measure, align,
mark and drill the remaining three holes, again referring to Figures
5, 6 and 8. This can be accomplished with the operator in place or
moved temporarily to the side if desired.
Before tightening the concrete anchor bolts, make sure the GS6000
is level. If any corners of the GS6000 are resting above the concrete
pad, flat washers may be inserted under the frame rails. With the
operator sitting level on the concrete pad, place the anchor flat
washers, lock washers and nuts on the anchor bolts and tighten
securely.
If 1/2" diameter anchor bolts are used, the 3/4" mounting holes on
the GS6000 will allow some adjustment for desired alignment.
TO REVIEW: Make sure the correct position of the GS6000 from
the center line of the gate hinge pivot point to the center line of the
GS6000 output shaft is in accordance with the drawing of Figure 5.
INSTALLING THE GS6000 ARM
Temporarily locate the Gate Bracket on the gate with C-clamps
or by tack welding. The gate bracket is installed to the gate so
the gate arm will be level when connected to the GS6000 output
shaft. See Figure 6 on page 6 and Figure 8 on page 10 for
positioning of the Gate Bracket. The 28-3/4” dimension as
referenced in Figure 6 assumes a pad height of 3” above ground.
Adjust the placement of the gate bracket on the gate at such a
height that corresponds with the height of the concrete pad (add
to the 28-3/4” dimension if the pad is higher than 3”, subtract if
The 40” horizontal dimension referenced in
lower.
Figure 8 and the 28-3/4” dimension referenced in
Figure 6 are the critical dimensions for this part of the
installation.
bracket will be permanently mounted after the gate arm is
assembled and installed. Move the gate to it’s fully closed
position and temporarily immobilize the gate in that position.
Again this is a temporary placement, the gate
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C: INSTALLING THE OPERATOR
HARDWARE LEGEND
Arm End Piece
1
(1 EA) 1/2-13 x 2
2
Hex Head Bolt
(4 EA) 1/2 Flatwasher
3
(2 EA) 5/16-18 X 5/8L
4
SQ Head Set Screws
(2 EA) 1/2-13 Nylock
5
Locknut
Gate Bracket
6
Gate Arm
7
(1 EA) 1/2-13 X 2-3/4”
8
Hex Head Bolt
Crank Arm Extension
9
(2 EA) 1/4 -20 X 1-1/2”
10
Hex Head Bolt
(4 EA) 1/4 Flat Washer
11
(2 EA) 1/4 INT TOOTH LOCK WASHER
12
(2 EA) 1/4-20 Keps Washer Hex Nuts
13
Operator Crank Arm
14
Loosen the adjustment nut of the Torque Limiter located on the top
of the Gear Box on the GS6000 sufficiently to allow the large drive
sprocket and output shaft to turn without back driving the gear box,
v-belt and motor (see exploded view at back of this manual, the
Torque Limiter adjustment nut is the top component of Part No.
010217). This is done by first loosening the small set screws
(5/64” hex key required) on the adjustment nut facings and then
loosening the nut (1-5/8” hex socket or wrench).
At this time also loosen the Stop Pall that is mounted to the large
output drive sprocket (see Figure 9 below), this requires a 1/8” hex
key tool.
Attach the Crank Arm to the Output Shaft by fitting the arm’s large
circular opening onto the shaft, see Figure 10, Action A. Slide the
crank arm onto the operator’s output shaft such that the slot on the
arm is roughly parallel with the closed gate. The crank arm should
be pointing towards the bracket on the gate.
Turn the output shaft so that the hole to mount the clevis pin is
lined up with the hole in the crank arm. Insert the clevis pin fully
through the hole in the crank arm, the hole in the output shaft and
extend through the other side of the crank arm, see Figure 10,
Action B. The ring on the clevis pin should be on the gate side of
the crank arm when fully inserted.
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Figure 8: Arm Assembly Illustrations & Positions
** HARDWARE NOT TO SCALE **
At this time insert the release handle/bolt assembly into the outer
through hole on the crank arm, see Figure 10, Action C. The
release handle/bolt assembly is inserted such that it points away
from the gate. Place the 3/8 internal tooth lock washer onto the
bolt end and screw on the 3/8 wing nut finger tight, see Figure 10,
Action D. As you are tightening the wing nut hold the handle such
that it is pointing away from the crank arm. Tighten the wing nut
as tight as possible with finger pressure.
Rotate the release handle 180 degrees such that it is parallel and
pointing in the same direction as the crank arm, see Figure 10,
Action E. This action completes the installation of the crank arm
to the output shaft. Ensure the arm is tight on the shaft.
As shown in Figure 8, attach the Crank Arm Extension to the
Crank Arm with the (2) 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” long bolts, (4) 1/4 internal
tooth lock washers, and (2) 1/4-20 keps washer hex nuts, (Items 9
through 13) provided. For a standard installation use the two holes
D
A
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STOP
Figure 9: Stop Pall
DRIVE
SPROCKET
STOP PALL
B
E
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B
C
Figure 10: Crank Arm Attachment
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