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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
AND SAFETY INFORMATION
F O R T H E V I K I N G T-2 1 G AT E O P E R ATO R
C L A S S I , I I , I I I A N D I V
C L A S S I , I I , I I I A N D I V
Heavy-Duty Commercial
Heavy-Duty 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 T-2 1 G AT E O P E R ATO R C L A S S I , I I , I I I A N D I V C L A S S I , I I , I I I A N D I V Heavy-Duty Commercial Heavy-Duty Commercial...
  • Page 2 The T-21™ gate operator has the capacity to operate swing gate up to The T-21™ gate operator has the capacity to operate swing gate up to 2000 lbs./12 ft. or 1200 lbs./20 ft. at 100% duty cycle under extreme conditions. This effi cient operator provides a solution for high traffi c commercial and industrial applications.
  • Page 3 T-21 Vehicular Gate Operator • Revision T21NXMN10.F • February 2016...

  • Page 4: Parts Diagram/Parts List

    PARTS DIAGRAM: Item Description Part No. Operator Cover Bolt (4) VASWCB Operator Cover VNXT21CV Output Shaft Knob DWOUK10 Output Shaft Cover VNXSWOSC Clutch Key VAWRCK20 Clutch and Handle DWCL20 Output Arm DWAR20 Output Shaft T21OP20 Control Board VFLEXPCBU16 Fuse - 15 amp VNXF15A Fuse - 4 amp VNXF4A...

  • Page 5: Operator References

    OPERATOR REFERENCES: 1. COVER BOLTS 9. BATTERY SWITCH disconnects batteries from the charging circuit 2. OUTPUT SHAFT COVER (HAT) during troubleshooting 3. MAIN COVER ASSEMBLY 10. MAIN AC POWER SWITCH discontinues the 115/230VAC power supplied to the 4. MANUAL RELEASE HANDLE operator releases the clutch to allow for manual operation 11.

  • 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

    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 18) • Clean and lubricate the turning pins and gate hinges using the recommended lubricant. • Check that all 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. Up to four 10K resistor based sensors can be wired in parallel. 24VDC to Photoelectric Beam Emitter To Photoelectric Beam Receiver and/or Edge Sensor monitored terminals...

  • 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 20 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: (Blank Page)

    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; Arm Assembly

    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 • Increasing “C”...
  • 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...

  • 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 Box”: a.

  • Page 21: Low Voltage Supply Option

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Low Voltage Supply Option TIP: The operator is equipped with a Modular Power Box that can be relocated to provide power for low voltage installations. Supplies 24VAC to the operator. ! 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.

  • 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

    MASTER/SLAVE SETUP Wireless Communication Options ! Technical Tip: 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: Choose option A or B A. Viking Konnect - Wireless Master/Slave Kit PART# VA-KONNECT-MS B.

  • 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 from 1-6 seconds.

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 29: Heater, Lock Mode

    CONTROL BOARD SETUP Viking Heater The operator has an integrated heater that is thermostatically controlled. 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.
  • Page 30 (THIS PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY) VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...

  • 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 24) 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 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).

  • 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 41 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 __._ 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.

  • 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

    Appendix (A) Access Control Connections Power Connections The control board provides a 24VDC output to power external devices and controls. 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.
  • 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) 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 using Viking’s Konnect technology. Paired with the Viking App, each 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 • On-Board LCD Display provides diagnostics, operator status, settings and real-time volt • ETL Listed; UL325 and UL991 and amp readings • Mechanical gate release handle • Intelligent obstruction detection with •...

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