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VS-GSLG

INSTALLATION GUIDE

USA & Canada (800) 421-1587 & (800) 392-0123
(760) 438-7000 - Toll Free FAX (800) 468-1340
www.linearcorp.com
UL325 COMPLIANCE REQUIRES THE USE OF CONTACT EDGES
OR PHOTOELECTRIC CONTROLS ON ALL AUTOMATIC OR
REMOTELY-CONTROLLED GATE OPERATORS.

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    VS-GSLG INSTALLATION GUIDE USA & Canada (800) 421-1587 & (800) 392-0123 (760) 438-7000 - Toll Free FAX (800) 468-1340 www.linearcorp.com UL325 COMPLIANCE REQUIRES THE USE OF CONTACT EDGES OR PHOTOELECTRIC CONTROLS ON ALL AUTOMATIC OR REMOTELY-CONTROLLED GATE OPERATORS.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model VS-GSLG Mechanical Parts Exploded View ..................................26 Model VS-GSLG Mechanical Parts List ....................................... 27 Model VS-GSLG Control Box Exploded View and Parts List - AC Tech ............................28 Programming Instructions for Variable Speed Drive - AC Tech ..............................29 Model VS-GSLG Control Box Exploded View and Parts List - Hitachi ............................
  • Page 3: Pre-Installation Information Gate Operator Classifi Cations

    fi nd damage, advise the delivery carrier of a potential prevented via supervision by security personnel. claim. Model VS-GSLG is intended for Class III and IV applications Inspect your package carefully. You can check your accessory only. box parts with the enclosed packing slip for your convenience.
  • Page 4: Unpacking And Inspection

    (4) 3/8”-16 x 3/4” Square Head Set Screw PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION Before installing the VS-GSLG, 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.
  • Page 5: Electrical Instructions And Limit Switch Adjustments

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE IMPORTANT A. Power supply must be of correct voltage and phase. B. Always disconnect power from operator before servicing. C. Keep clear of gate during operation. ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS You’ll fi nd the complete electrical circuit print inside the operator cover. The power supply must be ample and not taken from an overloaded line, as faulty operation will result.
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions Drawing

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE - 6 -...
  • Page 7: Four Switch Rotary Limit Box Photo

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE PICTURE OF FOUR SWITCH ROTARY LIMIT BOX 2520-453 ON RIGHT HAND, ON RIGHT HAND, LSC-2 LSC-1 ON LEFT HAND, LSO-2 ON LEFT HAND, LSO-1 ON RIGHT HAND, CLOSE LIMIT NUT ON LEFT HAND, OPEN LIMIT NUT...
  • Page 8: Torque Limiter Adjustment

    Use the mechanical parts exploded view drawing on page 26 and mechanical parts list on page 27 to locate the shifter lever and the locking lever on the VS-GSLG operator. They can be found at the center and to the left inside the operator cabinet.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    C. Keep clear of gate during operation. GENERAL Linear gate operators are designed for many years of trouble-free operation and, under normal operating conditions, will require only minimal maintenance. To ensure that your unit is ready for operation at all times — and to preclude serious damage or failure — inspect the unit systematically.
  • Page 10: Control Board Adjustments

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTROL BOARD ADJUSTMENTS LIMIT SWITCH L.E.D.s LIMIT SWITCH CONNECTOR TERMINAL STRIP #1 CONNECTOR 3A Fuse 2A Fuse TERMINAL STRIP #2 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR L.E.D.s NOTE: DO NOT FORCE 270-DEGREE POTENTIOMETERS BEYOND THEIR NORMAL RANGE OF MOTION OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT! Auto Close Timer Adjustment: This 270-degree adjustable potentiometer will signal the operator to close automatically, provided no open, reversing or obstruction signals are present from the fully-open position.
  • Page 11: Terminal Connection Descriptions

    (See page 10 for details.) You must follow all required safety precautions and instructions at all times. Review the safety brochure in- cluded with the operator. If any pages are missing or unreadable, contact Linear at 1-800-333-1717 to request additional copies.
  • Page 12: Current Sensing Adjustments

    A three-wire shielded conductor cable is required to connect master and slave operators. You must use Belden 8760 Twisted Pair Shielded Cable (or equivalent) only – Linear part number 2500-1982, per foot). See page 10 for details of this connec- tion, as well as dip switch selection.
  • Page 13: Onboard L.e.d. Indicator Descriptions

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE ONBOARD L.E.D. INDICATOR DESCRIPTIONS Control Board L.E.D. Indicators: OPEN This indicator is lit when an open signal is present. This signal can come from such devices as button stations, radio receivers, keypads and telephone entry systems.
  • Page 14: Important Notes For Installation Of Master/Slave Applications

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION OF MASTER/SLAVE APPLICATIONS When setting up Master/Slave gate operators, it is best to make adjustments and run each operator individually. To do this, simply: a. Set Dip Switch #4 to proper hand of operation (right-hand or left-hand) b.
  • Page 15: Control And Accessory Connection Illustrations

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTROL and ACCESSORY CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS - 15 -...
  • Page 16: Illustrations

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTROL and ACCESSORY CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS - 16 -...
  • Page 17: Illustrations

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTROL and ACCESSORY CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS - 17 -...
  • Page 18 VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CONTROL and ACCESSORY CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS - 18 -...
  • Page 19: Loop Layout Illustration

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE LOOP LAYOUT ILLUSTRATION Refer to Connection Descriptions on page 11 and Loop Accessory Connections on page 18 for details. - 19 -...
  • Page 20: Edge Layout Illustration #1

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE EDGE LAYOUT ILLUSTRATION #1 Refer to Connection Descriptions on page 11 and Contact Edge Connections on page 17 for details. - 20 -...
  • Page 21: Edge Layout Illustration #2

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE EDGE LAYOUT ILLUSTRATION #2 Refer to Connection Descriptions on page 11 and Contact Edge Connections on page 17 for details. - 21 -...
  • Page 22: Photo Eye Illustration

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE PHOTO EYE ILLUSTRATION Refer to Connection Descriptions on page 11 and Photo Eye Connections on page 17 for details. - 22 -...
  • Page 23: Picket Gate Illustration

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE PICKET GATE ILLUSTRATION Refer to Connection Descriptions on page 11 and Accessory Connections on pages 15-18 for additional details. - 23 -...
  • Page 24: Track Gate Illustration

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE TRACK GATE ILLUSTRATION - 24 -...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    A. Tighten tension on the main chain to be sure it is not A. The overload kicked out. The overload in the jumping teeth on the drive sprocket. VS-GSLG is inside the motor. If it opens, you must wait until the motor cools, which automatically re- sets the overload.
  • Page 26: Model Vs-Gslg Mechanical Parts Exploded View

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE VS-GSLG MODEL MECHANICAL PARTS EXPLODED VIEW - 26 -...
  • Page 27: Model Vs-Gslg Mechanical Parts List

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE VS-GSLG MODEL MECHANICAL PARTS LIST REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2110-700 Idler Assembly 2120-359 Complete Enclosure with Door Assembly 2300-697 UHMW Idler Wheel 2120-144 Enclosure without Door 2100-1731 Idler Shaft 2120-360 Complete Door and Lock Assembly...
  • Page 28: Model Vs-Gslg Control Box Exploded View And Parts List - Ac Tech

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE VS-GSLG MODEL CONTROL BOX WITH HITACHI REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION Variable Speed Control Box Assemblies Hitachi Controllers continued 2520-459 1/2 HP, 115V, 1-Phase Controller 2500-2247 1 HP, 208/230VAC, 1- or 3-Phase 2520-460...
  • Page 29: Programming Instructions For Variable Speed Drive - Ac Tech

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS FOR VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE WITH HITACHI This unit has been programmed at the factory. No changes should be necessary for normal operation. PLEASE CONSULT FACTORY BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES! Apply power Press FUNC arrows to advance to F––, (F002 for L200) Press FUNC arrow to get to F02, (L100 ONLY) Press FUNC, arrows to change to 3.0, (3.00 for L200) STR...
  • Page 30: Model Vs-Gslg Control Box Exploded View And Parts List - Hitachi

    You must use Belden 8760 Twisted Pair Shielded Cable distances. 24VAC is available for other devices, such as loop detectors (or equivalent) only – Linear part number 2500-1982, per foot). See and photo eyes. page 9 for details of this connection, as well as dip switch selection.
  • Page 31: Programming Instructions For Variable Speed Drive - Hitachi

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Imperial Oil MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Date Prepared: February 02, 1996 HANDLING, STORAGE AND SHIPPING: Keep containers closed. Handle and open containers with Supersedes: January 07, 1995 care. Store in a cool, well ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Do not handle or store MSDS Number: 225570 near an open fl...
  • Page 32: Wiring Specifi Cations

    • Keep clear of gate during operation. GENERAL: Linear gate operators are designed for many years of trouble-free operation and, under recommended operating conditions, will require only minimal maintenance. To ensure that your unit is ready for operation at all times--and to preclude serious damage or failure--inspect the unit systematically.
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  • Page 34: Gate Operator Installation Checklist

    VS-GSLG OPERATOR INSTALLATION GUIDE GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION CHECKLIST CUSTOMER INSTALLER ________ ________ 1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions. ________ ________ 2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have contact and/or non-contact obstruction sensing devices installed.

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