Alvarado VSG-1-SS Installation & Maintenance Manual

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VSG/VSGX
WAIST HIGH SECURITY GATE
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Serial Number:
ALVARADO MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
12660 Colony Street, Chino, CA 91710
Tel: (909) 591 – 8431 | Toll: (800) 423 – 4143 | Fax: (909) 628 – 1403
http://www.alvaradomfg.com/
PUD2996R2-6

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  • Page 1 VSG/VSGX WAIST HIGH SECURITY GATE INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE Serial Number: ALVARADO MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. 12660 Colony Street, Chino, CA 91710 Tel: (909) 591 – 8431 | Toll: (800) 423 – 4143 | Fax: (909) 628 – 1403 http://www.alvaradomfg.com/ PUD2996R2-6...
  • Page 2 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide VSG / VSGX || PUD2996R2-6 || 04/13/2012...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 SAFETY ........................5 1.1.0 S ..................5 AFETY YMBOLS SED IN THIS ANDBOOK 1.2.0 G ......................6 ENERAL AFETY NFORMATION 1.3.0 I ...................... 6 MPORTANT AFETY RECAUTIONS 1.4.0 I ....................6...
  • Page 4 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide B.1.3 L ......................27 UBRICATION ON IVOT OINTS B.1.4 L ..........................27 LIGNMENT B.1.5 E ..........................27 XTERIOR APPENDIX C – CLEANING ..................27 C.1.0 P #4 S & #8 M ........27 RIMARY...
  • Page 5: Safety

    Please read these instructions very carefully. FIGURE 1.1.0.3 QUESTION? For questions, please contact Alvarado at (909) 591-8431, Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 Pacific Standard Time. Remember to read this manual completely before installing or operating the gate.
  • Page 6: General Safety Information

    The manufacturer shall refuse to accept liability and shall withdraw warranty if this system is used incorrectly or is used for a purpose for which it was not intended. If there are questions, you may contact Alvarado at (909) 591-8431, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST.
  • Page 7 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide Follow the pre-installation notes listed below for proper operation of gate: titled, “Setup & Installation,” for more information; such as: slab SECITION 4.0 requirements, anchoring centerline dimensions, et cetera… NOTE  The gate is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose the gate to outside weather conditions.
  • Page 8: Models

    For a complete listing of possible gate configurations, see for details. Gates may also be TABLE 2.1.0.B customized, please contact Alvarado for specific needs. TABLE 2.1.0.B – Most Common VSG Gate Model Listings with Options Model Number Short Product Description 36”...
  • Page 9: Configurations

    Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) as issued by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board. However, due to the potential for varying NOTE standards, Alvarado makes no representation regarding the compliance of this product with any state or local laws or regulations regarding public access. 2.4.0 Direction The VSG models are supplied in either a right hand or left hand swing.
  • Page 10: Options

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide HINGE POST HINGE POST ENTRY ENTRY FIGURE 2.4.0.A – VSG-1 Left Hand Gate FIGURE 2.4.0.B – VSG-1 Right Hand Gate The Right Hand Entry Direction and Left Hand Entry Direction terminology is used only to describe the swing of the gate.
  • Page 11 ” Closed Switch This is an optional component. When ordering please ask for Alvarado part number 10-1423. Gate Status Relay For VSGX Models only, the gate may be configured for remote monitoring of gate open/close status. This is an optional component.
  • Page 12: Plan & Elevation Views

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 3.0 PLAN & ELEVATION VIEWS 3.1.0 Single Direction Gates / VSG-1 & VSGX-1 Models PLAN VIEW ELEVATION VIEW Dimensions may vary slightly depending on locking mechanism used. Position the gate components in the location they will be installed to determine the actual gate dimensions.
  • Page 13: Setup & Installation

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 4.0 SETUP & INSTALLATION 4.1.0 Packaged Components The following components are included with the order. Determine which VSG/VSGX Model will be installed. Electrical Gates will require a conduit to supply low power voltage and remote contacts for control (optional).
  • Page 14: Slab Requirements

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 4.3.0 Slab Requirements SLAB REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM THICKNESS: 4” ON SOLID LEVEL CONCRETE DO NOT INSTALL ON ASPHALT 4.4.0 Power Requirements The electrical gates (VSGX Models) require a low voltage 12 VDC power supply. A power transformer is provided with each electrical gate.
  • Page 15 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide VSG/VSGX Gate Installation considerations: In order to ensure the gate will operate as intended, it is very important that the gate posts are correctly installed and oriented. If the posts are not installed at the correct distance, set plumb and square, the gate may not open or close properly and could have an interference fit with the magnetic lock.
  • Page 16: Layout & Installation

    Use only skilled individuals to install and service the gate.  Do not modify or alter the gate.  Do not use non-Alvarado parts.  The gate is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose the gate to outside weather WARNING conditions.
  • Page 17 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide  Determine the VSG Model that will be installed, the direction of operation, and the conduit runs for power (if the gate is electrical).  Determine if the gate requires an electrical activation signal. If so, provide necessary NOTE conduit runs and review the wiring diagrams (depending on activation type).
  • Page 18: Electrical Activation & Wiring Instructions

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 11. Confirm that the is properly aligned with the when the is in the closed Gate Arm Latch Post Gate Arm position by ensuring that the are installed plumb with the floor while Gate Arm...
  • Page 19 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide  Cable lengths should not exceed 50 feet.  Cables must never be wrapped in coils. This produces interference in signal activation (VSGX Models ONLY). NOTE 4. Locate the “Electrical Lock Wiring Diagrams” in this manual if connecting the Fail- Safe electrical magnetic lock on the VSGX-1 Model to a switch box.
  • Page 20: Wiring Instruction At The Control Location

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 4.8.2 Wiring Instruction at the Control Location 1. On the power supply and switch side of the conduit, install crimp connector plugs on the conduit wire leads to properly connect to the switch and the power supply.
  • Page 21: Electrical Lock Wiring Diagrams

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide 4.8.5 Electrical Lock Wiring Diagrams The Fail-Safe lock is determined by the switch mechanism used to trigger the lock on the VSGX Electrical Locking Waist High Gate. A Momentary Normally Closed Switch is configured for Fail-Safe operation.
  • Page 22: Instructions For Testing The Electrical Gate With Optional Push Bar

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide A momentary normally closed switch is used to trigger the lock on the VSGX. Two or more of these may be connected in series; such as in the case for connecting the optional ). During...
  • Page 23: Appendix A - Troubleshooting

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide APPENDIX A – TROUBLESHOOTING as a guide for troubleshooting the gate. Appendix A A.1.0 Symptoms, Possible Causes, & Solutions Items to check first:  Check the gate for levelness and proper gate tension. Ensure the area is clear to operate properly.
  • Page 24 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide Symptom(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s) Gate does not Gate is Check and measure the power supply for the proper power VSGX re-lock. not powered on. source. The source needs to be 120 VAC power source and...
  • Page 25 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide Symptom(s) Possible Cause(s) Solution(s) The gate does Gate Clean and lubricate the top bracket hinge point and lower pivot VSG/VSGX spring hinge point as described in the “Maintenance” section of not self close is not properly and fails to lubricated.
  • Page 26: Appendix B - Maintenance

    ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide APPENDIX B – MAINTENANCE Inspect the installed gates approximately 1 to 2 weeks after the initial installation. Inspect the installed gates again after 60 days. Thereafter, the frequency of maintenance will depend on usage and the environment.
  • Page 27 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide B.1.3 Pivot Points Check the top bracket hinge and lower pivot spring hinge point for debris. Remove the debris if present and maintain the area to prevent future mishaps. Check and tighten top bracket bolt for flushness to hinge bracket. Check and tighten lower pivot bracket to 30 Ft-Lbs.
  • Page 28 Use only skilled individuals to install and service the gate.  Have the unit repaired or adjusted by a skilled service person before use. WARNING  Do not use non-Alvarado parts. TABLE D.1.0 – VSG / VSGX Parts List Quantity Item Part Number Description Used Per Gate VSG-1/VSGX-1 –...
  • Page 29 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide VSG / VSGX || PUD2996R2-6 || 04/13/2012...
  • Page 30 ALVARADO TURNSTILES Installation & Maintenance Guide PUD2996, VSG / VSGX VSG / VSGX || PUD2996R2-6 || 04/13/2012 Installation & Maintenance Guide...

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