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- Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION SOLAR POWER FOR THE VIKING G -5S GATE OPER ATOR C L A S S I Residential Vehicular Swing Gate Operator www.PerformanceGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@PerformanceGateOpeners.com...
- Page 2 The G-5S™ Viking Solar Gate Operator has the capacity to operate swing gates up to 1000 lbs. and 16 ft. long under extreme conditions. This effi cient operator provides a solution for residential swing gate solar applications thanks to its effi cient electromechanical design.
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Page 4: Parts Diagram/Parts List
PARTS DIAGRAM - OPERATOR: Item Description Part No. 24V DC Motor VG5MOSLR G5 Motor Casing Lower VNXG5CL G5 Motor Casing Upper VNXG5CU Manual Release Switch DUMRS20 Lead Screw (w/ coupler) VNXG5LDSW Cover, Terminal VNXG5CT Door, Cover Release VNXG5DCR Key, Cover Release VNXG5K Key Cylinder, Cover Release VNXG5KC... - Page 5 PARTS DIAGRAM - ECU BOX: Item Description Part No. Solar Control Board VSPCBU18 Motor Connector - Master VECUMCM Slave Power Harness VECUSPH (Dual Controller only) Master/Slave Comm Cable VECUMSC (Dual Controller only) Slave Solar Module VSSMPCBU18 (Dual Controller only) Board Mounting Plate VECUBMP Solar Battery Breaker VASBB25...
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Page 6: Control Board References
14. “DIAGNOSE” LED 25. “EPS1” CONNECTOR provides power to the Slave Module. pg 23 informs that errors have been detected and communication for Viking Solar Charger. available on LCD Display. pg 36-38 3. FUSE HOLDER - 15 AMP 26. “EPS2” CONNECTOR for the Slave motor circuit. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Obstruction Detection Sensor (ODS) ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS 28-33 28-33 UL, Re-Open (Monitored Input Terminals) Radio Receiver (Typical) Anti-Tailgate, Open Commands, Guard Station Viking Loop Rack Guidelines for Loop Installations Barrier Arm Synchronization TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING 34-39 34-39 LED References 34-35... -
Page 8: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of severe injury or death. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS . 2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote away from children. -
Page 9: Important Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 7. The Stop and/or Reset button must be located in the line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of the reset control shall not cause the operator to start. 8. -
Page 10: Maintenance
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. MAINTENANCE Remove the Power Harness from the Control Board. (refer to page 21) • Clean and lubricate the turning pins and gate hinges using the recommended lubricant. -
Page 11: Operator Classification
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons: UL325 Gate Operator Classifications GLOSSARY RESIDENTIAL VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended CLASS I - for use in garages or parking areas associated with a residence of one-to four single families. -
Page 12: Entrapment Protection Requirements
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. Monitored Entrapment Protection Requirements IMPORTANT: MONITORED PROTECTION MUST BE INSTALLED • REQUIRED BY UL 325, an approved MONITORED entrapment protection sensor is REQUIRED to be installed in all areas accessible to potential entrapment and pinch points. -
Page 13: Entrapment Protection Installation
Open Limit. Refer to page 28. STEP 1: STEP 2: Connect the monitored entrapment protection sensor(s) to the Viking control Execute the Learn Process: board as illustrated. • Toggle the “Diagnose” button until you see on the LCD Display. -
Page 14: Audible Alarm Reset Installation
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. Audible Alarm Reset Switch Installation Manual Reset for the Audible Alarm • UL325 standard requires an audible alarm to sound after two consecutive events detected by the inherent entrapment protection of the gate operator (obstruction sensor). -
Page 15: Important Installation Information
3. At least 6 feet away from all moving parts of the gate. 16 ft. 1000 lb. G-5S Specifications: UL 325 Classifcation: Class I *Refer to page 9 Maximum Gate Length: 16 ft. -
Page 16: Gate Operator Installation
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Pull to Open Installation Option This application is typically used to open the gate towards the inside of the property. The operator will “ PULL” the gate to open. The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is provided between the gate and adjacent structures to reduce the risk of entrapment when opening and closing. -
Page 17: Push To Open Installation
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Push to Open Installation Option This application is typically used to open the gate towards the outside of the property. The operator will “ PUSH” the gate open. The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is provided between the gate and adjacent structures to reduce the risk of entrapment when opening and closing. -
Page 18: Mounting The Gate Operator
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Mounting the Gate Operator ! Caution: If the Front Mounting Bracket is not attached to a frame member that runs the full length of the gate, the gate operator may damage the gate. DO NOT attach the bracket or backing plate to just a few pickets. Refer to Dimensions A &... -
Page 19: Limit Switch Setup
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Limit Switch Setup STEP 1 Remove the Lead Screw Cover: a. Remove the cover mounting screw. b. Slide the cover off. TIP: Leave the cover off until after the installation of the ECU Box and electrical installation. Verify that the operator opens and closes to the desired limit positions under power. -
Page 20: Ecu Box Installation
ECU BOX INSTALLATION Mounting the ECU Box ! WARNING: If the control box is not mounted properly it may fall, causing damage and/or injury. The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) weight is approximately 40 lbs. Be sure that the substrate being mounted to and the fasteners being used are appropriate to support the weight of the control box. -
Page 21: Electrical Installation
• Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery Conduit and charging circuit. Solar Panel Selection • Solar panel(s) are sold separately. • Use only UL Listed 12V solar panel(s), such as Viking part #s: Open-Circuit Short-Circuit Wattage Viking Part# Voltage... -
Page 22: Solar Panel Care & Installation Tips
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Solar Panel Care and Location • Where it will receive maximum sunlight throughout the year. • Avoid trees and buildings or obstructions, which could cast shadows on the panel. • South facing and tilted at an inclined angle that is equal to latitude. •... -
Page 23: Solar Connection & Power Saving Tips
Power Saving Tip: The solar VFlex “control board” shuts down the power at the“Aux. Pwr” Terminal when the board is in sleep mode. To save energy, get the power for your non-essential devices (such as photo beams) from this terminal. Er PANEL Indicates that the voltage being provided from the solar panel is too low. -
Page 24: Motor Cable
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Motor Cable - Master (Single) NOTE: The Single Electronic Control Unit (VA-ECUSNX) is equipped to operate a single gate motor only, and does not include a Slave Module. The steps described on page 23 do not apply for this type of application. do not apply for this type of application. - Page 25 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Motor Cable - Slave (Dual) NOTE: The Master/Slave, or Dual, Electronic Control Unit (VA-ECUMSNX) is equipped with both the VFlex Control Board (Master) and a Slave Module, both are required to operate two gate motors in tandem. STEP 5 STEP 6 Slave to Master Connections: Slave Motor:...
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Page 26: Limit Indications
LIMIT INDICATIONS ! IMPORTANT: The gate operator uses mechanical limits. Therefore, the limits cannot be set electronically by this controller. The Limit Buttons on the control board have been rendered inactive by the controller. Refer to page 18 for specific instructions on how to set the limits for this gate operator.. -
Page 27: Control Board Setup
CONTROL BOARD SETUP Initial Settings “Speed” “ODS” Motor Speed Obstruction Detection Sensor Increases or decreases the speed of gate Sets the amount of force required to trip travel. the inherent obstruction sensor. Refer to page 27 for more details about this feature. -
Page 28: Initial Settings
Safe/Secure” connector: “Sync” The gate can move Used only in conjunction with manually with a relatively the Viking Barrier gate operator model low amount of force. B-12. Activating this feature allows for • Fail Secure Mode: synchronized operation with the B-12 By inserting the wire- operator. -
Page 29: Obstruction Detection Sensor (Ods)
CONTROL BOARD SETUP Obstruction Detection Sensor (ODS) ! IMPORTANT: The appropriate “ODS” setting is dependant upon the gate installation and construction. Set this feature accordingly. Additional Safety equipment should be used to reduce possible risk of injury or vehicle damage. “ODS”... -
Page 30: Accessory Connections
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Cable use in Class 2 circuit to an external device shall be type CL2, CL2P, CL2R, CL2X or other cable with equivalent or better electrical, mechanical, and fl ammability ratings. Re-Open (Monitored Input Terminal) (Monitored Input Terminal) The “Re-Open” input terminal protects The “UL”... -
Page 31: Radio Receiver (Typical)
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Cable use in Class 2 circuit to an external device shall be type CL2, CL2P, CL2R, CL2X or other cable with equivalent or better electrical, mechanical, and fl ammability ratings. Radio Receiver (Typical) ! IMPORTANT: The Hold Open “Timer” setting (page 25) affects how the gate will respond to the radio receiver command. -
Page 32: Anti-Tailgate, Open Commands, Guard Station
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Cable use in Class 2 circuit to an external device shall be type CL2, CL2P, CL2R, CL2X or other cable with equivalent or better electrical, mechanical, and fl ammability ratings. Anti-Tailgate, Open Commands & Guard Station TECHNICAL TIP: For more information regarding accessory connections and terminal functions, refer to “Appendix (A)”... -
Page 33: Viking Loop Rack
This operator may be equipped with a pre-wired Loop Rack that plug-in type loop detectors can be connected to. This provides a convenient alternative to the box type loop detectors that would need to be wired to the control board. Viking does not provide either type of loop detectors. -
Page 34: Guidelines For Loop Installations
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Guidelines for Loop Installation 1. Prevent sharp corners in the geometry of the loop sensor. 2. Install the appropriate number of turns for your loop geometry based on the loop perimeter. Use Table C (below) as a guide. 3. -
Page 35: Barrier Arm Synchronization
1. Open Command is provided only to the Barrier Arm operator. 2. The Barrier Arm will send an open input to the Viking gate operator; Barrier Arm will delay to open until the Viking gate operator reaches its Open Limit. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING LED References In addition to the LCD Display, the control board LEDs monitor the various circuits of the control board. Use the table below to identify the corresponding “TS Ref#” and refer to pages 36-39 for further troubleshooting. Page 39 # LED Status Meaning... - Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Page 39 # LED Status Meaning TS Ref#(s) “C Loop” Normal Condition. 9, 10 SOLID An input from a device connected to the C Loop terminal (pg 31, 40) 10 “Open” Normal Condition. 9, 10 SOLID An input from a device to Exit, Fire, Strike or Open terminal (pg 30, 40) “STOP”...
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Page 38: Lcd Display References
TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Display References The control board is equipped with a LCD Display that provides operator information, current conditions, settings, diagnostics and error messages. Use the table below to identify the corresponding “TS Ref#” and refer to page 39 for further troubleshooting. 1. - Page 39 SOL VOLT This is the actual voltage from the solar panel. __._ VAC CHARGE Indicates the voltage being supplied to the Control Board from the Viking Solar Charger. __._ VDC BAT VOLT This is the actual voltage from the Battery __._ VDC...
- Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Display References Page 39 Meaning LCD MSG TS Ref #s Error Messages Er PANEL Indicates that the voltage being provided from the solar panel is too low. ER PANEL Indicates that the voltage being provided from the solar panel is too High. HIGH ER SOLAR Indicates that there is no voltage being provided from the solar panel.
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Page 41: Solutions
TROUBLESHOOTING Solutions Begin the troubleshooting process by referring to the error messages on the LCD Display and/or the Status LEDs on the control board. Use pages 32-36 to identify the Troubleshooting Reference # (TS Ref#) then reference the table below. TS Ref# CHECK Page Ref# Not applicable to this model. - Page 42 Access Control Connections Power Connections The control board provides a 24VDC output to power external devices and controls. “C” Common Terminals Connections and Input Functions: “N.O.” Normally Open Viking Terminal Function Device Terminal “+28V” --------------------- DC Positive --------------- “ ”...
- Page 43 APPENDIX (A) Relays In General NOTE: Viking Access Systems does not provide the external safety devices and access controls. These items can be purchases from your dealer or distributor. In General Glossary of Terms 1. Terminal: Wire Connections. In regards to the Viking control board, 2.
- Page 44 Cable use in Class 2 circuit to an external device shall be type CL2, CL2P, CL2R, CL2X or other cable with equivalent or better electrical, mechanical, and fl ammability ratings. Common Radio Receivers - Connections VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884 www.PerformanceGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@PerformanceGateOpeners.com...