Viking R-6 Installation Instructions And Safety Information
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION F O R T H E V I K I N G R - 6 G AT E O P E R ATO R C L A S S I C L A S S I Residential Vehicular Swing Gate Operator www.PerformanceGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@PerformanceGateOpeners.com...
- Page 2 The R-6™ swing gate operator is capable of handling gates up to 700 lbs. and 14 ft long. With its effi cient drivetrain, robust stature, built-in battery backup, soft start / soft stop and adaptive algorithm, The R-6™ gate operator is the ideal choice for residential applications.
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Page 4: Parts Diagram/Parts List
PARTS DIAGRAM: Item Description Part No. Operator Cover Bolt (4) VASWCB Operator Cover VAR6CO20 Output Shaft Knob DWOUK10 Output Shaft Cover DWOC20 Clutch Key VAWRCK20 Clutch and Handle DWCL20 Output Arm DWAR20 Output Shaft R6OPS20 Limit Cam & Holder DWLC10 Limit Switch (2) DULS10 Limit Switch Holder... -
Page 5: Operator References
OPERATOR REFERENCES: 1. COVER BOLTS 8. VFLEX CONTROL BOARD 2. OUTPUT SHAFT COVER (HAT) 9. MOTOR SWITCH discontinues power to the motor; also serves as 3. OUTPUT SHAFT KNOB a breaker that will self-trip to protect the motor secures Hat; remove to access manual release circuitry 4. -
Page 6: Control Board References
24. EXPANSION PRODUCT CONNECTIONS available for future developments. connections for additional products 16. CONTROL BOARD MOUNTING HOLES from Viking Access Systems. pg 46 6. “EPS2” CONNECTOR secures and grounds the control board. available for future developments. 25. “FAIL SAFE/SECURE” Jumper 17. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS 28-35 28-35 UL, Re-Open (Monitored Input Terminals) 28-29 Radio Receiver (Typical) Anti-Tail Gate, Open Commands, Guard Station Viking Loop Rack Guidelines for Loop Installations Magnetic Lock, Lock Solenoid Barrier Arm Synchronization TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING 36-41 36-41 LED References... -
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 18) • Clean and lubricate the turning pins and gate hinges using the recommended lubricant. -
Page 11: Operator Classification
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. -
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 29. STEP 1: STEP 2: Connect the monitored entrapment protection sensor(s) to the Viking control board as illustrated. Execute the Learn Process: 10K Monitored Terminal • Toggle the “Diagnose” button... -
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
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons: WARNING: For use with gates at a maximum 700 lbs. in weight and 14 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
Follow the local building code to determine the required depth of the concrete pad. 2. Pad measurements recommended by Viking Access Systems are at least 23” long, 20” wide and 30” deep to ensure the stable operation of the operator, and a minimum of 6” above level grade to avoid any flooding of the machinery. -
Page 17: Post Mounting Option
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Post Mounting Option TIP: The operator can be post mounted to be elevated above snow and flood lines. Consult the local building codes for the depth and concrete requirements. 2. Maximum 3.00” OD pipe. 3. Provide a suf ficient number of conduit pathways for all low power accessories. Also provide conduit for the power supply to the operator. -
Page 18: Operator Positioning
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION Operator Positioning IMPORTANT: Swing Gates must not open into public access areas. The gate must be installed in a location so that enough clearance is supplied between the gate, while opening and closing, and adjacent structures to reduce the risk of entrapment. TECHNICAL TIPS: Operator and Arm Geometry •... - Page 19 GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: When attaching the Arm Assembly to the gate, if the “Gate Bracket” is not welded to a frame member that runs the full length of the gate, the operator may damage the gate. Do not attach the Gate Bracket to only a few pickets. STEP 1 STEP 2 Install the Clutch and cut the...
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Page 20: 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 At the “Power Supply Panel”: a. -
Page 21: Low Voltage Supply Option
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Low Voltage Supply Option TIP: As an alternative to high voltage, the operator can be power 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 22: Limits Setup
LIMITS SETUP STEP 1 Connect the “Limit Switch Harness” to the Control Board. a. “OPEN RIGHT” Connector if the gate opens Right. b. “OPEN LEFT” Connector if the gate opens Left. STEP 2 At the “Limit Cam & Holder” assembly: a. - Page 23 LIMITS SETUP ! IMPORTANT: This gate operator uses mechanical limit switches. Therefore, the limits cannot be set electronically by the control board. The Limit Buttons on the control board have been rendered inactive. TECHNICAL TIP: Each Limit LED will illuminate solid when the corresponding limit switch is actuated.
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Page 24: Master/Slave Setup
MASTER/SLAVE SETUP Two Wire Communication ! IMPORTANT: DO NOT run the Master/Slave communication cable in the same conduit or within 12” of 115 - 230V power supply cables. ! Technical Tip: DO NOT set the “Timer” and/or “Overlap” features on both operators Control Boards. -
Page 25: Wireless Communication Options
DO NOT set the “Timer” and/or “Overlap” features on both operators Control Boards. Only turn these features on at the Master Control Board. REQUIRED ADD-ON: Viking Konnect - Wireless Master/Slave Kit PART# VA-KONNECT-MS Step 1 Plug the modules on to the “V.K” plug & play connection of each operators Control Board. -
Page 26: Control Board Setup
CONTROL BOARD SETUP Initial Settings “Timer” “Overlap” Hold Open Timer Overlap Delay Automatically closes the gate after For Master/Slave applications. The the selected amount of time from 1-60 control board that has this feature turned seconds. on is the MASTER and will delay to open for 1-6 seconds. -
Page 27: Initial Settings
“COM” and “N.O.”. 2. Until gate reaches either limit: “AUX. PWR” terminals provide 24VDC. “Sync” Used only in conjunction with the Viking Barrier gate operator model B-12. Activating this feature allows for synchronized operation with the B-12 operator. See page 35. “EXT”... -
Page 28: 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 29: Heater, Lock Mode
! IMPORTANT: A POSITIVE STOP must be used on the gate at the limit position(s) the HEATER has been set for. Viking Lock Mode Turning this feature ON will secure the gate at the closed position, preventing unauthorized manual entry. -
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. UL (Monitored Input Terminal) The “UL” input terminal protects against entrapment in both the opening and closing directions. - Page 31 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) The “Re-Open” input terminal protects against entrapment in the closing direction ONLY.
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Page 32: 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 24) affects how the gate will respond to the radio receiver command. -
Page 33: Anti-Tail Gate, 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 34: 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 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 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 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 page 38-41 for further troubleshooting. Page 41 # LED Status Meaning... - Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING LED References Use the table below to identify the corresponding “TS Ref#” and refer to page 38-41 for Pg 41 further troubleshooting. # LED Status Meaning TS Ref#(s) “C Loop” Normal Condition. SOLID Control Board is receiving an input from a device connected to the 9, 10 C Loop terminal (pg 32, 42).
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Page 40: Lcd Display References
3. Press the Diagnose button to manually scroll through all of the Messages. Page 41 Meaning LCD MSG TS Ref #s VIKING Welcome Message ACCESS MODEL Indicates the Model of the unit System Status Messages GATE IS Gate is stopped between limits... - 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 __._ VAC CHARGE...
- Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING LCD Display References Page 37 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.
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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 36-40 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
Alternatively, for devices that require a power supply other than 24VDC , the operators Power Box contains a convenient 120VAC receptacle to connect a plug-in transformer. “C” Common Terminals Connections and Input Functions: “N.O.” Normally Open 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 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 www.PerformanceGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@PerformanceGateOpeners.com 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 www.PerformanceGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@PerformanceGateOpeners.com...
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