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Instructions must be read before beginning installation. Please follow these instructions carefully, incorrect installation could affect gate operation. If you require more information, please contact your local Richmond Wheel & Castor Co branch For installation or troubleshooting assistance visit richmondau.com/gate-motor-support/...
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Optional Accessories Available: Additional Remotes (GTR179): Spare/Additional remotes for the automatic gate kit, these will need to be paired to the motor. Infrared Photocells (GTR208): Detects pedestrians, vehicles and objects that cross an infrared beam and prevents the gate from closing. Exit Wand (GTR147): Senses cars or trucks moving at more than 8km per hour and opens the gate without the need for using a remote or keypad.
Contents: Gate Opening Default Setting Information …………………….……………….…..4 General Safety…………………………………………………………………...….….….5 Parts List…………………………………………………….……………………….……..6 Technical Specifications…………………………………………………………………7 Motor Installation Before you start………………………………………………………………….…8 Tools Required / Example Sliding Gate Setup…………….……………………9 Step 1 - Gate Preparation Before Adding Your Motor ……………….……….10 Step 2 – Motor Pad Footing………….…………………………………………..10 Step 3 - Motor Position Installation………….………………..…………………11 Step 4 –...
Gate Opening Default Setting Information: The gate motor will open the gate to the right-hand side as its default setting (refer to fig 1). It is recommended that you allow a minimum 500mm bottom rail extension from your inside gate post opening.
Any other use not specified in this documentation could damage the product and be dangerous. • Only use original parts for any maintenance or repair operation. Richmond Wheel & Castor Co declines all responsibility with respect to the automation safety and correct operation when other supplier’s components are used.
Parts List: Picture Name Quantity Main motor Motor Mounting Plate Manual release keys (These keys are needed during power outage, keep on hand) Remote controls (factory paired to motor) Gate Warning Signage (must be fitted to gate) In the accessories box you will find the items below: Limit travel stops (left...
Technical Specifications: Model GTR212 Power supply 240VAC/50Hz Motor power 750W Gate moving speed 11-13m/min Maximum weight of gate 2000Kg Maximum length of gate Remote control distance Up to 30m Remote control mode Single Button Mode Limit switch Spring Limit Switch...
Power Supply: The GTR212 requires 1 x 10Amp AC240V 50Hz power supply (RCD Protected Weatherproof PowerPoint). The GTR212 comes complete with a power lead and plug that is 1m long. If you do not have a suitable RCD protected weatherproof power point within 1m of the gate motor you will need to consult a licenced electrician.
Gate Track and Gate Guide Gate End Gate Track Wheels Rollers Catch Stopper If you require any gate hardware, contact Richmond Wheel & Castor Co or an authorised reseller. Revision 2...
Please ensure that the motor power cable is not plugged in at any stage before Step 9 Step 1 - Gate Preparation Before Adding Your Sliding Gate Motor: • Ensure that the sliding gate is correctly installed. • The gate is horizontal and level, and the gate can glide back and forth smoothly when moved by hand before installing the automatic gate opener.
Step 2 - Motor Pad Footing (Minimum Requirement): • The motor pad concrete footing requires an area of no less than 450mm long x 300mm wide and a minimum depth of 200mm (Standard requirement). • Ensure surface is level and parallel to the driveway. •...
Sliding Gate Frame (in open position) Mark corners of the mounting plate with a pencil, chalk, or similar. Fig 4 Step 4 – Removing Motor Cover for Mounting: • Unscrew the two motor cover screws located at each side of the motor cover. •...
Mark anchor bolt positions Fig 6 Fig 7 Step 6 - Fitting Mounting Plate & Motor: • Fit motor mounting plate back into place and fit and tighten anchor bolts (as per figures 8 and 9). • Fit motor back on mounting plate, ensuring the power cord is positioned into the end slot of the mounting plate in the direction of the power point, making sure there are no pinch points (as per Fig 10).
Insert the M10 x 50mm (Part 6d) bolts, spring washers, and flat washers provided through motor housing and screw into welded nut on the baseplate. Hand-tighten set screws before final adjustment of motor. Fig 13 Please ensure that the motor power cable is not plugged in at any stage before Step 9 Step 7 - Gear Rack &...
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At this stage of assembly, the cover is removed (not shown) and the power cable is still unplugged. Fig 16 At this stage of final assembly, the cover is removed (not shown) and the power cable is still unplugged. Fig 17 Now that your gear rack and motor are aligned, and your gate is sliding freely, fully tighten the motor mounting set screws (Part 6d) and reinstall motor cover and tighten screws provided.
Step 8 - Limit Travel Stops: Included in your gate motor kit are two limit travel stops (Part 6a) which must be fitted to the gear racks on your gate to ensure safe operation. The limit travel stops are designed to set the desired opening and closing position of your gate.
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Setting the Limit Travel Stops: Closed Position • Position gate 150-200mm back from the gate end catch closed position. This will help in making sure you do not slam the gate into the end stop/catch when setting the closed position under power. •...
Press the remote control again and the gate will close. • Soft start/soft stop function - The GTR212 is set by default to provide the soft start/soft stop function. We recommend this default position is always maintained.
Step 10 – Testing the Limit Travel Stops: Warning: Please allow space to Testing the closed position ensure the gate does not impact against the gate • Ensure motor is plugged in as per step 9 and the gate is catch or the end stop.
Programming and Wiring: Control board wiring diagram 01 Any works to the 240V AC must only be performed by a licensed electrician. Ensure power is off before any modifications are made. Fig 24 Revision 2...
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Programming and Wiring: Control board wiring diagram 02 Please refer to page 24 for added description of terminals J2 & J5 Fig 25 Revision 2...
The gate will remain open until closed again with a remote. Optional Automatic Close Function Richmond strongly recommends that you install infrared photocells if using the motor in auto close mode. 3 OFF 4 ON: automatic close delay time is 12s.
Further Settings & Programming: All changes to these settings must be completed by a licensed electrician VR1: Stall Force Mode Maximum = More Force = Less sensitive Minimum = Less Force = More sensitive When the motor detects any obstacle or impact during opening the gate will stop and then return.
All changes to these settings must be completed by a licensed electrician J2 Terminal: (as per fig 17) Terminal 1: Optional External Close Push Button Switch. Terminal 2: Optional External Open Push Button Switch. Terminal 3: Optional External Stop Push Button Switch. Terminal 4: Common Terminal for All Optional Push Buttons.
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All changes to these settings must be completed by a licensed electrician. J6 Terminal: Motor Capacitor J4 Terminal: MOT1: Motor Terminal, swap with MOT2 to change gate direction. MOT2: Motor Terminal, swap with MOT1 to change gate direction. MOTCOM: Motor Common Terminal. LAMP (L&N): Connection for warning lamp.
Maintenance: Under normal operation, the gate should be checked every 6 months: • Lubricate shafts and sprockets • Check and tighten anchor bolts • Check for loose and corroded wires. • Check the earth wire (green/yellow) on Terminal J4 (refer to Fig 24 and 25) is firmly attached to the housing with the screw.
3. Stall force is too low. Force (Page 23). For support or assistance with troubleshooting, visit gatesupport.richmondau.com Or ring your local Richmond Wheel & Castor Co Branch AU: 03 9070 5713 NZ: 0800 61 71 81 International: +613 9551 2233 Revision 2...
AU: 03 9070 5713 NZ: 0800 61 71 81 International: +613 9551 2233 Richmond Wheel & Castor Co declines all responsibility for any consequences resulting from improper use of the product or use which is different from that expected and specified in the present documentation.
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