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Viking Access Systems G-5 Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
AND SAFETY INFORMATION
F O R T H E V I K I N G G - 5 G AT E O P E R ATO R
S I N G L E A N D D UA L G AT E S Y S T E M S
C L A S S I , C L A S S I I , C L A S S I I I ,
A N D C L A S S I V
Residential and Commercial
Vehicular Swing Gate Operator

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION F O R T H E V I K I N G G - 5 G AT E O P E R ATO R S I N G L E A N D D UA L G AT E S Y S T E M S C L A S S I , C L A S S I I , C L A S S I I I , A N D C L A S S I V Residential and Commercial...
  • Page 2 G-5™ has revolutionize the idea of gate operation. This operator is manufactured with the highest quality components and is designed to accent any gate style. The G-5™ is capable of continuous cycles operation and the included battery back-up system provides up to 400 cycles of operation with a maximum capacity gate.
  • Page 3 G-5 Vehicular Swing Gate Operator • Revision G5NXMN20.C • February 2016...

  • Page 4: Parts Diagram/Parts List

    VAG5PSE Mounting Bracket, Front VNXG5MBF78 Limit Mounting Bar VNXG5LMB Limit Switch (2) VNXG5LS Limit Switch Bracket (2) VNXG5LSB Mounting Hardware, Back VNXG5MHB Mounting Bracket, Back VNXG5MBB Backing Plate, Bracket Mount (2) VNXG5BPBM Strain Relief (G-5) VNXG5SRCH VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...

  • Page 5: Operator References

    PARTS DIAGRAM - CONTROLLER: Item Description Part No. Control Board - Master VFLEXPCBU16 Motor Connector - Master VECUMCM Power Harness - Master DUPHCECU Slave Power Harness VECUSPH (Dual Controller only) Master/Slave Comm Cable VECUMSC (Dual Controller only) Slave Module VFLEXSMU16 (Dual Controller only) Board Mounting Plate VECUBMP...

  • Page 6: Control Board References

    CONTROL BOARD REFERENCES: 1. HEAT SINK - SLAVE MODULE 13. M/S COMM CABLE CONNECTION - MASTER BOARD 24. FEATURE ACTIVATION TRIM POTS secures the control board and dissipates heat. master/slave (dual) gate applications. pg 23 activate and set features. pg 25 2.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS: PARTS DIAGRAM/PARTS LIST PARTS DIAGRAM/PARTS LIST OPERATOR REFERENCES OPERATOR REFERENCES CONTROL BOARD REFERENCES CONTROL BOARD REFERENCES IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 6-12 6-12 Important Safety Instructions Important Installation Instructions Maintenance General Safety Precautions Operator Classification Secondary Entrapment Protection Requirements Secondary Entrapment Protection Installation Manual Release Audible Alarm Reset Installation...

  • 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) 6. Controls intended for user activation must be located at least six feet (6’) away from any moving part of the gate and where the user is prevented from reaching over, under, around or through the gate to operate the controls.

  • 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 20) • Clean and lubricate the turning pins and gate hinges using the recommended lubricant. • Check that all mounting hardware of the gate operator is properly tighten. • Ensure that the gate moves freely. • Check for corroded parts and replace if necessary. • Check the battery for the following: - Battery connections must be free of corrosion. - Battery voltage must be 26VDC (fully charged battery).

  • Page 11: Operator Classification

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons: a. Use only the following type and size battery(ies): Yuasa NP7-12 or VIKING DUBA12 b. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible disposal instructions. c. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.

  • Page 12: Secondary Entrapment Protection Requirements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. Secondary Entrapment Protection Requirements IMPORTANT: SECONDARY PROTECTION MUST BE INSTALLED • REQUIRED BY UL 325, an approved MONITORED secondary entrapment protection sensor is REQUIRED to be installed in all areas accessible to potential entrapment and pinch points.

  • Page 13: Secondary Entrapment Protection Installation

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. Secondary Entrapment Protection Installation STEP 1 Connect the secondary entrapment protection sensor(s) to the Viking control board as illustrated below. Up to four 10K resistor based sensors can be wired in parallel. STEP 2 Confirm the number of sensors connected: • Toggle the “Diagnose”...

  • 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 primary entrapment protection of the gate operator (obstruction sensor).

  • Page 15: Important Installation Information

    IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons: WARNING: For use with gates at a maximum 2000 lbs. in weight or 18 ft. in length. DO NOT allow pedestrian use of this gate DO NOT install the gate operator to lift gates Locate Control Buttons: 1.

  • 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: Post Mounting Option

    GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Post Mounting Option A Post Mount Kit is available for the G-5 Operator as an option to welding the operator Mounting Brackets to the gate and column. Part # VA-G5PSKT Mounting hardware provided for 3 1/2 ” round, 4” and 6” square posts.

  • Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION High Voltage Supply Option ! Caution: Always turn off power breakers when working with high voltage. DO NOT connect the “Power Harness” to the Control Board until the electrical installation is complete and ready for verification. STEP 1 ! WARNING: SINGLE PHASE AC ONLY At the “EMI Board”:...

  • Page 23: Low Voltage Supply Option

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Low Voltage Supply Option TIP: As an alternative to high voltage, the operator can be powered by 24VAC. It is recommended to use Vikings Modular Power Box (part # VNXMPB) as the source. ! Caution: Always turn off power breakers when working with high voltage. DO NOT connect the “Power Harness”...

  • 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:...

  • Page 26: Limits 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. See page 27 for more details about this feature.

  • Page 28: Initial Settings

    CONTROL BOARD SETUP Initial Settings NOTE: Installing a shunt, or jumper, on the pins will activate the feature. “Auto Open” - Power Failure Option Opens the gate automatically during power failure. Resumes normal operation when power is restored. “Last Open” - Power Failure Option Opens the gate automatically when the battery backup voltage is critically low.

  • Page 29: Obstruction Detection Sensor (Primary Entrapment Protection)

    CONTROL BOARD SETUP Obstruction Sensor (Primary Entrapment Protection) ! 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: Heater

    CONTROL BOARD SETUP Viking Heater The operator has an integrated heater. Activate this feature when the operator is used in application temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). To set the heater to turn on at the Close Limit: HEATER 1. Use the “Diagnose” button to scroll through the LCD Display to “HEATER CLS”...

  • Page 31: Accessory Connections

    ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Re-Open Photo Beam (vehicular safety) NOTE: This type of photo-beam installation will stop then RE-OPEN the gate all the way to the open limit, when the beam is obstructed. Intended for vehicular safety ONLY. For the purpose of pedestrian entrapment, see pages 10-11. N.O.

  • Page 32: Radio Receiver (Typical)

    ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Radio Receiver (Typical) ! IMPORTANT: The Hold Open “Timer” setting (page 20) affects how the gate will respond to the radio receiver command. The control board provides two modes of operation that a radio receiver can control the gate: Open-Stop-Close 1.

  • Page 33: Anti-Tail Gate, Open Commands, Guard Station

    ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Anti-Tailgate, Open Commands & Guard Station TECHNICAL TIP: For more information regarding accessory connections and terminal functions, refer to “Appendix (A)” on pages 42-43. Open Commands “Exit ”, “Fire” and “Strike” input terminals all provide an open command to the control board.

  • Page 34: Viking Loop Rack

    ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Viking Loop Rack TIP: 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 35: 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 36: Magnetic Lock, Lock Solenoid

    ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Magnetic Lock, Lock Solenoid NOTE: Viking Access Systems does not provide external gate lock devices. These items can be purchased from your dealer or distributor. Power for the Locks: Do not use the 24VDC power supplied by the control board. An external power...

  • Page 37: Barrier Arm (B-12) Synchronization Option

    SYNCHRONIZATION WITH B-12 Barrier Arm (B-12) Synchronization Option NOTE: The Control Board provides a convenient solution for applications that require synchronized operation with the Viking Barrier Arm Operator model B-12. This type of application opens and closes in the following pattern: 1.

  • Page 38: 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 36-41 for further troubleshooting. Page 41 # LED Status Meaning...
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Page 41 # 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 32, 42) 10 “Open” Normal Condition. 9, 10 SOLID An input from a device to Exit, Fire, Strike or Open terminal. (pg 31, 42) “STOP”...

  • Page 40: 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 37 for further troubleshooting. 1.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Display References Page 41 Meaning LCD MSG TS Ref #s Multi Meter Displays MOT AMP This is the motor current amperage during operation. __._ A MOT VOLT This is the actual motor voltage during operation. __._ VDC AC VOLT This is the actual low voltage AC to the Control Board from the transformer.
  • Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Display References Page 41 Meaning LCD MSG TS Ref #s Error Messages ERR AC Indicates that the 24VAC supply to the VFlex Board is too low from the 1, 3, 20 115/230 power supply. ERR AC Indicates that the 24VAC supply to the VFlex Board is too high from the 1, 3, 20 115/230 power supply.

  • Page 43: 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# Check that the high voltage power supplied to “EMI Board”...

  • Page 44: Appendix A, B & C

    Appendix (A) Access Control Connections Power Connections The control board provides a 24VDC output to power external devices and controls. “C” Common “N.O.” Normally Open Terminals Connections and Input Functions: Viking Terminal Function Device Terminal “+28V” --------------------- --------------- “ ” DC Positive –...
  • Page 45 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 46 Appendix (B) Common Radio Receivers - Connections Common Radio Receivers - Connections VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
  • Page 47 One low voltage, low current loop detector c. One low voltage, low current photo beam If more specific information is needed please consult with Viking Access Systems. For more information regarding solar energy refer to www.nrel.gov/solar VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...

  • Page 48: Viking Expansion Products

    VIKING EXPANSION PRODUCTS VIKING KONNECT Master/Slave Kit Secure and reliable Master/Slave communication between two single ECU’s using Viking’s Konnect technology. Paired with the Viking App, the Slave module also doubles as a diagnostic tool. Part# VA-KONNECT-MS ***Q -7, B-12 & ECU Operators require (2) Antenna Extension Cables (part# VA- RPSMA)*** VIKING KONNECT Diagnostic Tool On-site remote access to the operator from the convenience of a compatible hand held...
  • Page 49 OUR CONTINUOUS COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE Viking Access Systems is continuously working hard to identify and design products that will appeal to the industry and its needs. As technology continues to advance, we have developed a completely effi cient and intelligent line of gate operators to meet the changing demands.
  • Page 50 STANDARD FEATURES AND OPERATOR SPECIFICATIONS • UL Listed; UL325 and UL991 • Adjustable delay for overlaping dual gates • ETL Listed; UL325 and UL991 • Hold Open Timer to automatically close the gate • Fire Authority compliant • Built-in protection against lightning strikes •...

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