Viper TC-3 Installation and Owner's Manual

Brand: Viper

Model: TC-3

Type: Installation and Owner's Manual

Residential Sliding Gate Opener

(Magnetic L i m it Switch – Chain type)

Installation and Owner’s Manual

For Residential use only – Class 1

( A Ve hic ula r ga t e op e r a tor int e nd e d for use in a s ingle f a m i l y dwe l l i n g )

Made in the U.S.A.

: N O I T U A C E S A E L P D A E R S I H T L A U N A M Y L L U F E R A C

GATEMOTORS INC.

Email: [email protected]

WWW.GATEMOTORS.COM

This Product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325, the standard which regulates

gate operator safety, as established and made effective March 1, 2000, by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

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Operator

Table of Contents

Table of Contents................................................................................................................ 1

Safety Alert Symbols .......................................................................................................... 4

Description of your Gate Opener ....................................................................................... 5

FEATRUES .................................................................................................................... 5

SAFETY ......................................................................................................................... 5

SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................... 5

OPTION(S) ..................................................................................................................... 6

Packing List .................................................................................................................... 6

Tools you will need............................................................................................................. 7

Installation Instruction ........................................................................................................ 8

Concrete Pad ................................................................................................................... 8

Operator Base.............................................................................................................. 8

Electrical Preparation.................................................................................................. 9

Gate Operator Mechanical Installation ......................................................................... 10

Gate Operator Electrical Installation ............................................................................ 12

Radio Transmitter Controls............................................................................................... 16

Optional Equipment Installation Procedures .................................................................... 23

Adjustment and Maintenance ........................................................................................... 24

Having a Problem?............................................................................................................ 25

Figure 1, Platform Base Dimensions .................................................................................. 9

Figure 2, Configuration Diagram ..................................................................................... 18

Figure 3, Control Board Terminals, Indicators and Jumpers ............................................ 19

Figure 4 Typical Gate Extension for Operator.................................................................. 21

Figure 5 Electrical Connection.......................................................................................... 22

Table 1, Specification.......................................................................................................... 5

Table 2 Packing List........................................................................................................... 6

Table 3 Required Tools for Installation .............................................................................. 7

Table 4, Security Code Factory Settings........................................................................... 16

Table 5, Security Code New Install .................................................................................. 16

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Operator

Safety Alert Symbols

Start here and read these important safety rules for the SLIDE Gate Opener

These safety alert symbols mean CAUTION – Personal safety, property damage

or danger from electrical shock. Read these instructions carefully

Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury,

including death or property damage. The SLIDE Gate Opener is designed

and tested to provide reasonably safe service if properly installed and operating

in accordance the instructions provided in this Installation Manual

Electrical

Hazard

Installation and wiring must be in compliance with your local building and

electrical safety codes. Connect the power to the SLIDE Gate opener from a

properly grounded electrical outlet. If using electrical conduit to provide

power, be sure to attach the ground conductor to the SLIDE Frame and the

ground terminal on the circuit board.

Caution

Activate the opener only when the gate is in full view and free of

obstructions.

Do not allow children to operate the gate opener using any remote

transmitter or push button switch operators. Serious injury from closing

the gate may result from misuse of the opener.

Caution

Do not allow children to play near the gate opener. No one should enter or

leave through the gate while it is opening or closing.

Fasten the CAUTION LABEL near the SLIDE Gate Opener and push button

switch operators as a reminder of safe operating procedures.

Caution

Do not wear loose clothing, watches or rings while installing or servicing

the gate opener.

Keep your hands away from the gear box, chain and gate track rollers

during operation.

Do not use force to make adjustments or compensate for binding or

sticking gate operation.

Electrical

Hazard

Disconnect all electrical power before making repairs or removing the

cover on the SLIDE Opener

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Description of your SLIDE Gate Opener

FEATRUES

• Weather proof casing

• Reliable magnetic limit switches for accura te open and close gate positions.

• Self-locking gear motor in both open and close positions.

• 300 mhz receiver.

• 2 year limited warranty on motor

• 1 year limited warranty on manual & electric parts

SAFETY

Electric Safety monitor will stop and reverse gate to open position if it senses an

obstruction while gate is closing.

• Release-key to open gate manually in case of an em ergency (ie: power failure, fire, etc.).

• Electronic anti-entrapment system, operable in both the open and closing directions.

• Enclosed chain cover for added protection.

SPECIFICATIONS

Table 1, SLIDE GATE OPENER Specification

Motor Safety

Type Permanent split

capacitor, oil bath

Personal Push button remote,

auto reversal

Speed 1470 RPM Electronic Independent up/down

force adjustment

Volts 120 VAC ± 10% 60 Hz El ectrical Moto r overload

protection

Current Less than 6 Amps Start Circuit 24 V push button or

remote sensor.

Operating Temp.

-22/158 ° F (-30/70 ° C)

Emergency Clutch release Key

Torque 15 N.m

maximum

Drive Mechanism Dimension

Gears 1:30 Ratio Length (overall) N/A

Drive Chain gear type Ship Weight 58 lbs.

Length of Travel 25 ft max. by magnetic

Limit Switch

Chain Length 25 ft.MAX, ANSI

chain No. 41

Travel Rate 11” per second. Gate Size 25 ft. (Maximum)

Gate Weight (max.) 800 lbs. (Maximum)

SLIDE GATE OPENER

MODEL:

COMPONENT

DESCRIPTION

COMPONENT

MANUFACTURER

MFR’S PART NO. QUANTITY

Cover

tc3cov1

Set Phillips screw

tc3sps2

1/2 h.p. Motor

tc3mot3

Limit magnets

tc3lm4

Control board

tc3c/b5

Capacitor

tc3cap6

L-brackets

tc3lb7

Plastic clip

tc3pc8

Base plate for receiver/

limit switch sensor

tc3bp9

Base plate for control board

tc3bp10

Plastic clips

tc3pc11

Receiver

tc3rec12

Large bracket for magnet (open limit)

tc3lbol13

Small bracket for magnet (close limit)

tc3sbcl14

Chain bolts

tc3cb15

Spare nuts & bolts bag

tc3nb16

Mounting base

tc3mb17

Motor housing

tc3mh18

Limit switch sensor

tc3ls19

Manual release keys

tc3keys20

Shaft key

tc3sk21

Chain guard

tc3cg22

10 ft. chain

tc3ch23

U- bolts

tc3ub24

Square U-bolts

tc3sub25

VIP

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Operator

Tools you will need

During assembly and installation of your opener, the instructions will call for the use of

various tools shown below. Other tools may be required as needed for the installation of

the concrete pad and electrical connection.

Table 3 Required Tools for Installation

Screwdriver Tape Measure Electric Drill Level

File Wrenches Multimeter Pliers Allen Wrenches

Wire Strippers Wire Cutter Adjustable Wrench Socket Wrench

Step #2

Install the Control Board onto the Motor by mounting it on the

small white clips that are on the large Mounting Plate.

(as

shown below)

Step #3

Install the Receiver onto the Motor by mounting it on the small

white clips that are on the small Mounting Plate.

(as shown

below)

Step #1

Unscrew the Blue Cover from the Motor and set it aside.

Open the small white box & make sure that the contents include:

(1) - Receiver and (1) - Control Board

Step #4

Now you will begin the installation by screwing the wires that are coming

from the small Receiver Board onto the Terminals (see Pic 1, right) from

the Control Board, in the following order:

Terminal 10 - GREEN WIRE

Terminal 11 - RED WIRE

Terminal 12 - YELLOW WIRE (any)

Terminal 13 - YELLOW & BLUE WIRE (any )

Terminal 14 - BLUE WIRE (any)

Step #5

Next, take the set of wires coming from the motor and connect the

red and black wires anywhere onto the plug.

(as shown on the pic, right)

Once you have connected those wires, you will then take that plug

and connect it to the Control Board on the section labeled:

"MOTOR"

(as shown on the pic, right)

Pic 1

MAKING THE CONNECTION

Step #6

Find the plug with the Blue & Yellow wires on it. Connect the plug on

to the Control Board on the section labeled:

"CAPACITOR"

(as shown on the pic, right)

Step #7

Find the plug with the Red, White & Blue wires on it. Connect the plug

on to the Control Board on the section labeled:

"LIMIT SWITCH"

(as shown on the pic, right)

Step #8

Find the wire coming from the bottom of the Motor that is GREEN &

YELLOW. Screw the "Ground Wire" to Terminal #22 on the Control

Board

(as shown on the pic, right)

Step #9

You are now ready to connect you power wires to your Gate

Opener!

Terminal #1 - POWER

Terminal #2 - NEUTRAL

AC SLIDE GATE CONTROLLER

FEATURE SELECTOR

Auto Close Feature

Limit Switch Type

ON: Normally Close

OFF: Normally Open

When using auto close features

l di it h h ld b

DIP 1

Auto

Feature

12.5 Seconds

25 Seconds

45 Seconds

y one

p sw

ON. The other two dip switch

should be in the OFF posion for

the auto close feature to work

correctly.

DI P 2

DI P 3

DI P 4

Direcon of Gate

ON: Gate Opening to the le

OFF: Gate Opening to the Right

NOT USED

DI P 5

DI P 6

Receiver

Channel One (not used at this me)

Channel Two (not used at this me)

DI P 7

DI P 8

SLIDING GATE OPERATOR

Anchors

You can use the anchors that are provided with the operator, 3 ¾ anchor bolts (4), anchors,

washers, and nuts. These anchors must be set into the concrete when it is poured, or you

can use wedge anchors (1/4” x 4”).

Operator Base

Mount the gate operator base to the concrete pad. The distance between the gate and the

base should be no more than 2 ½ “ (64mm). Verify that the operator is leveled properly.

Nut

Anchor

Cable

Anchor bolt

Conduit

Chain box

Socket head cap screw

Concrete pad

Gate operator

Operator base

Fig.2

Chain Box

Make sure the ends of the guide chain are out of the chain holes on both sides of the chain

box. Remove the cover and insert the manual release key and turn counter-clockwise to

disengage the clutch. Remove the elastic band from the shaft and line up the key on the

shaft with the sprocket at the chain box. Insert the sprocket from the chain box into the

operator shaft. Place the operator on top of the base and use (4) 5/8 “ (M8x15mm) socket

head cap screws to mount the chain box in to the base.

Operator

Mount the gate operator to the base using (4) 2 ¾ “ (M8x70mm) #48 bolts and washers.

Make sure there is no more than 1/8” (2mm) of space between the cover and the chain box.

Check the operator and make sure it is lined up with the gate.

SLIDING GATE OPERATOR

Fig.3

Chain Brackets

Use the appropriate bolts to attach the chain bracket to the frame of the gate. If the gate is of

square frame style, use the square bolts shown.

Spring washer (Φ 8)

Plain washer (

Φ 8)

"L" bracket

Square bolt

Nut (M8)

Chain bolt

Master link

Nut (M6)

Spring washer (

Φ 6)

Plain washer (

Φ 6)

Gate

Square frame

Fig.4

If the gate is of round frame style, use the round bolts shown.

Round bolt

"L" bracket

Plain washer (

Ф 8)

Spring washer (

Ф 8)

Nut (M8)

Chain bolt

Master link

Nut (M6)

Spring washer (

Ф 6)

Plain washer (

Ф 6)

Gate

Round frame

Fig.5

SLIDING GATE OPERATOR

Chain

Close the gate and attach a chain bolt to the piece of chain that comes with the chain box

using enclosure master links. Tighten the chain bolt to the bracket with washers and nuts.

Pull the chain through the chain wheel box to the other chain bracket at the opposite end of

the gate. Connect the other end of the chain and the chain bolt, and then tighten the chain

bolt to the chain bracket. Thread up the chain by adjusting the chain bolt. Cut the chain to

length if necessary. Make sure that the chain is perfectly aligned with the chain holes on the

chain box. Tighten the chain by tightening the chain bolts at either end. See illustration

below.

Master link

Chain bolt

Chain

Fig.6

Magnets for Limit Switch

Install the magnet and magnetic limit switch as shown in Fig.7. The magnet and limit switch

are used to control the position of the gate. When the magnet is installed, release the gear

clutch and push the sliding gate manually to pre-determine the position. Fit the magnet

bracket to the gate and then tighten the gear clutch. The lower bracket is for open position

and higher bracket is for close position. Finally adjust the magnet to the proper position by

moving the gate with the motor. The magnet should be .39 - .59 “away from the magnetic

limit switch. If it is too far away, the switch will fail to work. The distance between the magnet

and the operator should be @ ½” (12mm) with the operator cover on. Adjust the position of

the magnetic limit switch until the positions of the opening and closing meet the requirement.

Important Note: Please note the two magnet brackets (fixed plate) are different: one is

higher and another is lower. Verify and if necessary exchange the two brackets

position. Also if necessary

exchange the limit switch wires CL (close) and OP (open).

Another common problem is there are four reed switches inside the magnetic limit

switch: two are upper and two are lower. The magnet position can be installed in the

middle so it inducts both reed switches. Solution: adjust the magnet upper or lower.

mm5.412

10-15mm

Gate

Nut

Bolt

Spring washer

Plain washer

Magnet bracket

Magnet

Nut

Magnetic limit

switch inside

Gate operator

Fig.7

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Figure 1, Platform Base Dimensions

Electrical Preparation

Install a suitable electrical outlet box that will be used to supply power to the

Operator. This box should be located near the operator, approx. 24” from the platform,

and out of the path of the gate. Wire size should be 12 gauge two conductor wires with a

Ground and protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI). This can be achieved

by using a GFCI receptacle outlet and connecting the Gate Opener to the LOAD terminal

of the outlet.

If using electrical PVC Water Tight Conduit, See Figure 5, measure a sufficient length of

wire to reach from the Electrical box through the Platform Base hole and 24” inches past

the conduit fitting. This will allow enough wire to feed the wire up into the Operator and

connect to the Circuit Board. Do not connect the cable at this time.

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As an option, a standard three prong cord (minimum 14 gauge), suitable for use in a harsh

environment, can be connected into the Outdoor Box protected with a GFCI receptacle.

If using this configuration, be sure to install a weather proof cover on the Outdoor

Electrical box to protect the GFCI receptacle from moisture. These are available at any

hardware store. As a general rule, the cord should be less than six feet in length,

Gate Operator Mechanical Installation

The SLIDE Gate Operator is easily installed for a sliding gate, either left-hand or

right-hand opening. The instructions that follow are for a typical installation, and provide

a fair amount of detail for a complete operating gate opener. In some circumstances

modifications are required to the gate in order to position the operator correctly and

attach the chain to the rear of the gate. This configuration will be discussed in detail

under Optional Mechanical Installation.

Follow the steps below for installation of the Gate Operator.

1. Remove the SLIDE GATE Operator from its packing and check all items against the

Packing List in Table 1.

2. Insert the manual Clutch Release Key into the back of the operator, by pivoting the

key cover to the left and exposing the key hole.

3. Turn the key counter clock wise to disengage the clutch (until it stops, use gentle

force).

4. Install the Chain Box on to the Platform base using the 4 5/8” Socket Head Cap bolts,

finger tight.

5. Install the Angle Iron brackets to the Operator using the four ½ bolts. Tight with

wrench.

6. Attach the Electrical Conduit to the Platform Base using the Fitting nut, tighten as

required. Caulk the conduit fitting and wire with suitable Silicone caulking to prevent

any water or moisture from entering the electrical conduit.

7. Remove the tape from the motor shaft holding the sprocket shear key.

8. Apply a small amount of WD-40 or other lubricant onto the shear key and drive shaft.

9. Remove the operator cover (three Phillips head screws).

10. Carefully thread the Electrical wires through the hole in the bottom of the operator,

and route the cables up to the circuit board. Be extremely careful not to fray the

insulation on the wire. Do not connect the electrical at this time.

11. Position the Operator in front of the Chain Box and align the shaft and shear key with

the Chain Box sprocket and insert the shaft into the sprocket.

12. Install the 4 5/8” Socket Head Cap bolts through the Angle Iron brackets that hold the

Operator to the Base, finger tight.

13. Tighten the Chain Box bolts to the base with a wrench.

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14. Position the Operator and Chain Box approximately one half inch (½”) from the Gate

as measured from the front of the Chain Box to the gate, see Figure 1.

15. Install the four bolts securing the Opener to the Base, and tighten with wrench.

16. Install the two Chain bolts, U-bolt clamps and brackets to the gate as illustrated in

Figures 1 & 4. One is installed on the right side of the Gate, the other on the left side,

preferable on the outer gate frame. They should be positioned at the same height as

the chain that exits the Chain Box.

17. For the next steps, be sure the gate is in the closed position.

18. Connect the 20 Foot chain to the short chain that exits the Chain Box using the Chain

Master Link.

19. Stretch the chain along the ground to the front end of the gate (furthest from the Gate

Opener while the gate is closed.

20. Hold on to the short length of chain that exits the Chain Box near the rear end of the

Gate, and cut and remove the two wire ties that hold the chain inside the Chain Box.

Be sure to remove the Wire Tie debris.

21. Pull as much chain as needed to connect the chain to the Chain Bolt install on the rear

of the gate frame, and attach to the chain bolt using a Master Link (see Figure 1).

Note: Clutch is loose so you should be able to pull the chain through the Chain Box.

22. Stretch the chain to the front end of the gate U-Bolt and mark the chain link that will

be cut which allows enough slack for adjusting the tension of the Chain.

23. You will now have to remove the long length of chain at the Master Link at the short

chain near the Chain Box. This will facilitate in cutting the link at the proper place.

24. Cutting the Chain:

A. Place the long chain in a vice or clamp to a stable support at the link marked.

B. File off the rivet at the inner link, see picture below.

C. Using a punch, remove the link pin and discard the unused chain.

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25. Install the chain with a master link to the Chain Box short chain.

26. Stretch the chain to the Chain Bolt and install with a Master Link.

27. Adjust and tighten the Chain Bolt allowing for a 3” sag in the chain spanning the

length of the gate.

28. With the Chain Box Clutch loose, move the gate open and closed. It should slide

smoothly.

29. Install the Magnetic Limit magnets on both ends of the gate. On the opening side of

the gate, the “Open” Magnet is in the Upper position, while the tail end of the gate the

“Close” Magnet is in the Lower position. See Figure 2. Manually open and close the

gate to determine where the magnets are to be mounded on the Gate.

30. Adjust the Magnets so there is ½” clearance from the Magnet to the Gate Opener.

31. Mechanical installation of the Gate Operator is Complete

Gate Operator Electrical Installation

The National Electric Code requires proper electrical connections in wet

locations (outdoors) for all electrical equipment.

The procedures that follow assume that a suitable 120 V AC GFCI Outlet receptacle with

a weatherproof cover is located near the Gate Opener (as shown in Figure 5) that can be

used to connect the Electrical Power to the SLIDE Gate Operator. Please follow the

manufactures installation guide for installing and testing a GFCI receptacle.

1. Ensure that the electricity to the Outlet Box is OFF.

2. Check the Power switch on the Viper Control Board. Switch to the OFF position

“O/I” with “O” switch position down).

File off Chain Rivet here

Punch out pin

Discard links

Master Lin

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9. On the SLIDE Control board, turn on the Power Switch by pressing the switch to

the “I” position down.

10. Verify that the Power indicator (31) on the Control Board is lit. See Figure 3.

11. Manually open the Gate and observe the OPEN Indicator (26) on the Control Board.

If the indicator dose not light up, then adjust the Upper Magnet until the indicator

lights. Tighten with a wrench.

12. Manually close the Gate and observe the CLOSE indicator (27) on the Control

Board. If the indicator dose not light up, then adjust the Lower Magnet until the

indicator lights. Tighten with a wrench.

13. Before tightening the Operator Clutch with the key, test the gate opener with the

remote supplied. Press the Yellow button on the remote and listen for the motor

running. Pressing the Yellow button again, the motor will stop.

14. If the gate motor is operating, properly, then insert the Clutch Key, rotating it

clockwise until it stops. The Gate Operator is now ready for testing.

15. Using the Remote, press the Yellow button and the gate will open. Pressing the

yellow button again, the gate should stop moving.

16. Now test the full operation of the gate. Pressing the remote yellow button will cause

the gate to move until the Magnet is positioned over the Limit Senor. The gate

should now be closed.

17. Pressing the Remote Yellow Button again, the gate should open, and stop when the

Upper Magnet is positioned over the Limit Sensor. The Gate should be in the full

open position.

18. Your SLIDE Gate Installation is now complete. Now proceed to the Radio Transmitter

Control section to program the Security codes for the operator.

Optional Mechanical Installation

In some installation of the SLIDE Gate Operator, positioning of the operator itself

may extend beyond the rear of the gate. This type of installation would require an

extension or “tail” to be added to the gate to accommodate the installation of the rear

chain bolt to the gate. This is illustrated in Figure 4, Typical Gate Extension for

Operator. It would require wielding or attaching an extension to the gate. In this case,

the minimum extension must extend 8” beyond the Chain Box to allow sufficient chain

slack and clearance. A wielding shop can configure a simple bolt on extension from a

drawing with required measurement. The picture below is an actual installation with this

configuration.

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Operator

In this configuration, the tail extension was made from the same material as the gate, 1-

½” square tubing, and is 12” long and 10” high. At the right side, the chain bolt plate

was wielded on at the shop as were the two U clamps that attach the extension to the gate

(left). A piece of angle iron was used to support the closing magnet, and mounting holes

were drilled (4) ½ inches apart that allows for the magnet adjustment. Two bolts were

used to attach the angle iron to the extension.

The limit switch sensor is divided into two parts as seen inFigure 8. Limit Switch Sensor

To achieve your open limit, one of the magnets should bemounted so that it is at the same height as

Section 1of the Limit Switch Sensor. To achieve your closed limit, the other magnet should bemounted

so that it is at the same height as Section 2 of the LimitSwitch Sensor.

Note: Make sure that neither

magnets are running in themiddle of the while line on figure 8, otherwise the Control Boardwill think that

the gate is both open and close.

Figure 8

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