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G-Force DSG 5 DC2 Installation And Setup Instructions

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Model DSG 5 DC2
Double Swing Gate Motor Kit
Solar Powered and 12V Low Voltage
July 2019
Installation and Set Up Instructions
Unit 27 / 49 Corporate Boulevard Bayswater Vic 3153 Phone 1800 111 930
Email info@gforceautogates.com.au Web www.gforceautogates.com.au
© 2012 G Force Automatic Gates All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Model DSG 5 DC2 Double Swing Gate Motor Kit Solar Powered and 12V Low Voltage July 2019 Installation and Set Up Instructions Unit 27 / 49 Corporate Boulevard Bayswater Vic 3153 Phone 1800 111 930 Email info@gforceautogates.com.au Web www.gforceautogates.com.au © 2012 G Force Automatic Gates All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Warnings

    DSG5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP DIY Automatic Gate Kits INSTRUCTIONS PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Important Safety Warnings Please read these important safety warnings before attempting to install or use this product. Do not operate the gate motor unless the gates are in full view and free from objects such as cars and other obstructions.

  • Page 3: Installation Checklist

    DSG5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP DIY Automatic Gate Kits INSTRUCTIONS PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Installation Checklist Read all instructions and data sheets before installing the gate motor kit. Failure to follow the instructions could void warranty. Ensure the gate is in good condition, opens and closes freely for its full length of travel and it does not hit or bind on the driveway or garden beds.

  • Page 4: Data Sheet

    DC2 Circuit Board Data Sheet DIY Automatic Gate Kits Solar & Low Voltage Specialists PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au DIP Switch 1 and 2 Open / Close Time Delay set push button Auto Close Switch 8 Time set Gate Direction LED’s Motor Force push button Open GREEN LED...
  • Page 5 DSG5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP DIY Automatic Gate Kits INSTRUCTIONS PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Internal Manual Release DC Motor Internal Release Internal Release Internal Release Internal Release Plate Engaged Bolt Engaged Bolt Disengaged Plate Disengaged Remove the motor cover.
  • Page 6 Pre Installation Set Up and Testing DIY Automatic Gate Kits DSG 5 DC2 Double Swing PH 1800 111 930 Gate info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Motor Set Up and Bench Testing ALWAYS TURN THE POWER OFF AND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE MAKING ANY WIRING CONNECTIONS We recommend the gate motor settings and direction of rotation be set up and tested prior to installation.
  • Page 7 Pre Installation Set Up and Testing DIY Automatic Gate Kits DSG 5 DC2 Double Swing PH 1800 111 930 Gate info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Battery Connection for Bench Testing ALWAYS TURN THE POWER OFF AND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE MAKING ANY WIRING CONNECTIONS...
  • Page 8 Pre Installation Set Up and Testing DSG 5 DC2 Double Swing DIY Automatic Gate Kits Gate PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Setting Motor Direction Refer to the “DC2 Circuit Board” data sheet included with this manual and locate the direction LED’s on the circuit board.
  • Page 9 DSG5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS DIY Automatic Gate Kits PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Mounting the Gate Motor The gate motor should be mounted on a solid post or pillar about 50mm — 100mm from the gate hinges and the motor shaft should be approximately at the same level as the bottom rail of the gate Place the complete motors on a work bench.
  • Page 10 DSG5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Mounting the Gate Motor (con’t) Place a spirit level (or a straight piece of wood with a small spirit level), on the top of the gate frame approximately 800mm to 900mm from the inside of the hinge post. Level off the spirit level and mark the post on the underside of the spirit level.
  • Page 11 DSG DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Attaching the Arms and Brackets to the Gate FOR OUTWARD OPENING GATES REFER TO THE SPECIAL INSTRUCTION SHEET Refer to the “Internal Manual Release” instructions on page 5. Disengage the motor gear by loosening the internal release bolt and push the DC motor away from the gearing.
  • Page 12 DSG DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP DIY Automatic Gate Kits INSTRUCTIONS PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au Connecting the Circuit Board and Fitting the Battery ALWAYS TURN THE POWER OFF AND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE MAKING ANY WIRING CONNECTIONS Refer to the “DC 2 Circuit Board”...
  • Page 13 DSG DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Setting Open / Close Limit Switch Cams RIGHT HAND inward LEFT HAND inward opening gate opening gate Top CAM = CLOSE Bottom CAM = CLOSE Position Position Bottom CAM = OPEN Top CAM = OPEN Bottom...
  • Page 14 DSG DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS DIY Automatic Gate Kits PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au DC2 Circuit Board Adjustments Motor Torque / Obstruction Sensing / Auto Reverse Adjustment Refer to the “DC2 Circuit Board” data sheet included with this manual and locate the ‘Motor Force’...
  • Page 15 DSG DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Gate Open Delay / Close Delay Adjustment Some double gates require a time delay in opening / closing to prevent the two gates clashing. Determine which gate will need to open first & therefore close last. Typically, one or other of the gates may be fitted with a ‘lip’...
  • Page 16 DSG 5 DC2 GATE MOTOR INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTRUCTIONS DC2 Setting Automatic Close Operation Refer to the “DC2 Circuit Board” data sheet included with this manual and locate the ‘AUTO CLOSE ’ settings on the circuit board. The gate motor is supplied with the Auto Close OFF as standard.
  • Page 17 DC 2 Transformer Wiring Instructions DIY Automatic Gate Kits Solar & Low Voltage Specialists PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au ENSURE THE TRANSFORMER IS SWITCHED OFF AND THE BATTERY DISCONNECTED Refer to the “DC2 Circuit Board” data sheet included with this manual and locate the ‘12-24VAC’ terminals on the circuit board.
  • Page 18 DC2 Solar Panel / Regulator Wiring DIY Automatic Gate Kits Solar & Low Voltage Specialists Instructions PH 1800 111 930 info@gforceautogates.com.au www.gforceautogates.com.au ENSURE THE SOLAR PANEL IS COVERED AND THE BATTERY DISCONNECTED The solar panel is to be connected directly to the terminal block from the regulator and NOT to the circuit board.

  • Page 19: Warranty And Returns

    Warranty Periods stated below. This warranty is additional to any applicable statutory requirements, subject to the exclusions and limitations stated below. Product is deemed to be warranted from the date of initial purchase from G-Force Automatic Gates. Proof of purchase is required when applying for warranty claims.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Maintenance 1. A regular cleaning to remove dust & dirt. A small soft brush will suffice. 2. Approximately every 6 months remove the motor cover, clean with a soft brush and spray inside the motor cover. Spray with a surface spray suitable for crawling insects, slugs and snails.

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