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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION S I N G L E A N D D UA L G AT E S Y S T E M S U L 3 2 5 C L A S S I , C L A S S I I , C L A S S I I I , A N D C L A S S I V C O M P L I A N T Residential and Commercial Vehicular Swing Gate Operator...
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• Adjustable delay for overlapping dual gates • Built-in motor heater for cold weather applications • Hold Open Timer to automatically close the gate • Equipped for 115/230 VAC, 24 VAC/VDC and Solar power supplies THE VIKING X-390™ SWING GATE OPERATOR...
Barrier Arm Synchronization Option TROUBLESHOOTING 36-41 LED References 36-37 LCD Display References 38-40 Solutions APPENDIX A PARTS DIAGRAM/PARTS LIST - OPERATOR PARTS DIAGRAM/PARTS LIST - CONTROLLER LIMITED WARRANTY 46-47 VIKING ACCESSORIES VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884 X-390 • Rev A5 • July 2023...
A N D A W A Y F R OM T H E G A TE P AT H P E R I M E TE R . VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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F or E T L c o m p l i a nc e : T he fo ll o wi n g ca n a l s o b e u s e d - A SO : 2 5 . 3 0, 2 5 . 4 5 , 95 . 2 0 / / M i l l e r E d g e: M E1 1 0 VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
• In particular, regular checks are recommended in order to verify that the safety devices are operating correctly. All installation, maintenance and repair work must be documented and made available to the user. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
WARNING! Not Following these instructions may cause severe injury or death. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) 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.
406 mm (16 in) (examples are walls, curbs, berms or other immovable objects). Photoelectric Sensor (non-contact sensor) Photobeam Unit Re ector POTENTIAL ENTRAPMENT AREA POTENTIAL ENTRAPMENT AREA Re ector Photobeam Unit Edge Sensor (contact sensor) Edge Sensors VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Open Limit. Refer to page 22. STEP 1: STEP 2: Connect the monitored entrapment protection sensor(s) to the Viking Control Execute the Learn Process: Board. • Press and release the “Diagnose” button until you see...
Activation of the reset control shall not cause the operator to start. 3. Using the Reset Button on the Electronic Control Unit that is externally accessible on the left side of the cabinet. STOP N.O. STOP Minimum Manual Stop Button VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
• A minimum of two placards shall be installed. • A placard is to be installed in the area of each side of the gate and be visible. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Cable shall be shielded with drain wire. 15¾ Connect drain wire to chassis ground of both the Operator and the ECU. Big Box ECU (OPTIONAL) 5⅛ Front 9⅞ 8⅛ 5¾ Bottom 2¼ 4x Ø 1" 2x Ø ¾" VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
22. PRIMARY or SINGLE MOTOR CONNECTION available for future developments. provides power to the motor. pg 20 12. LCD DIAGNOSTICS DISPLAY 23. “FAIL SAFE/SECURE” Jumper provides error messages, diagnostics settings not applicable to this model. and operator status information. pg 38-40 VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
(2⅝) 4” - 6” 12” 15” * For best performance, decrease “C” as you increase “A” Open 120° Varying from the dimensions provided above may severely af fect the speed and performance of the gate operator. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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2. Swing gates are not to open into public access areas. Open 90° 1½” 6” 23” - 24” Closed 1½ Varying from the dimensions provided above may severely af fect the speed and performance of the gate operator. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Remount the operator and connect the TIP: articulated arms. Alternatively, this bracket may be welded to the gate. b. Manually Release the operator. Refer to page 7. Ensure the gate moves freely throughout its full range of motion. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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Adjust the Bolt to TECHNICAL TIP: The Positive Stop is make firm contact designed to precisely align the gate(s) with the Primary Arm closed. You may remove the Positive Stop that corresponds to the Open Limit position. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
• Hardware is not provided. • Use 3/8” hardware. • Use 3/8” hardware. • Consult local codes and guidelines. • 3”, 4” or 6” square post. • Consult local codes and guidelines. 6” 4” 3” Grade Level VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Reinstall the Control Board Mounting Plate with the Control Board(s). b. Connect the Power Harness and verify the “POWER” LED is illuminated solid. c. Reconnect the EMI Harness. d. Reconnect the Stop Button Harness e. Reconnect the Siren Harness VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
The number of cycles achieved daily is dependent on many factors, including local solar radiation data and power consumption of the motor and accessories. It is very important that you consider this when using solar power. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
• “OPEN RIGHT” Connector if the gate opens Inside to the Right or Outside to the Left. • “OPEN LEFT” Connector if the gate opens Inside to the Left or Outside to the Right. OPEN RIGHT OPEN LEFT Outside Inside OPEN LEFT OPEN RIGHT VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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• “OPEN LEFT” Connector if the gate opens Inside to the Left or Outside to the Right. Reference Wiring Diagram OPEN LEFT OPEN RIGHT OPEN Limit CLOSE Limit Wire Lead To Limit From Control Box Switches To Motor CLOSE Limit OPEN Limit VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
“Re-Open” LED be illuminated. This alone is inconsequential. will be illuminated. This alone is inconsequential. TECHNICAL TIP: For more information regarding accessory connections to the Control Board and individual input terminal functions, refer to pages 28-29. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
“Limit Close” LED “Limit Open” LED indicates Secondary indicates Secondary is at the close limit. is at the open limit. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
For Primary/Secondary or dual Turning the dial between “0” and “OFF” applications, the Primary will delay to will disable this feature, requiring a close open and the Secondary will delay to command to close the gate. close. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
See page 35. 1. Until gate reaches closed limit: “Magnetic Lock” terminals provide a contact between “COM” and “N.O.”. 2. Until gate reaches either limit: “EXT” “AUX. PWR” terminals provide 24VDC. Available for future developments. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
“Alarm Reset” switch has been when it has been triggered. actuated. (refer to page 8) A. Solid: Obstruction. Detected a sudden or abrupt increase in gate resistance. B. Flashing: Overload. Detected a more subtle, but sustained increase in gate resistance. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
If the application requires the gate to be held open for any reason, set the HEATER ON for both limit positions. ! IMPORTANT: AN EXTERNAL POSITIVE STOP must be used on the gate at the limit position(s) the HEATER has been set for. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Each input Terminal (i.e. Radio, Exit, Re-Open, UL) has a corresponding Status LED that when illuminated indicates an input is currently being provided to the terminal and the gate is responding accordingly. (See pages 36-37 LED References) VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Access Control Connections Relays In General Glossary of Terms 1. Terminal: Wire Connections. In regards to the Viking Control Board, all external safety devices and access 2. Input Terminal: On the Viking controls contain, and are, simple relays Control Board, the terminal which...
By having the radio receiver connected as illustrated and with the “Timer” OFF: This type of configuration is not recommended for commercial installations. 2. Open Only By having the radio receiver connected as illustrated and with the “Timer” ON. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS Photocell NOTE: The operator may be equipped with a FA-XP30-10K Photocell. Refer to pages 6-7 for UL325 requirements. UL or Re-Open – COM and VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Loop 6 Twists/Foot Viking Loop Rack Loop Until Its Connection to the Loop Rack Open Center Re-Open Exit Center Loop Center Exit Center Re-Open Inside Re-Open Re-Open Loop Exit Loop Control Board Connector Loop Sensor Connector VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Required Number of Loops Dimension “A” = 5’ for Single Gate 6’ for Dual Gate Outside Inside Center Exit Re-Open Re-Open Loop Loop Loop Loop Make Even with Open Gate Gate in Open Position VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
The control boards “Magnetic Lock ” relay is rated for 10A-250VAC . TECHNICAL TIP: The Magnetic Lock Relay LED will indicate status of the on-board relay even if a lock is not connected to the Control Board. Refer to page 36. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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.
Re-Open terminal or when more than one device is connected (pg 6-7, 22, 28, 32). “ATG” Normal Condition. SOLID Control Board is receiving an input from a device connected to the ATG 9, 10 terminal. (pg 28) VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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Incoming power to the EMI Board is not sufficient..(pg 18) “PROTECTION WORKING” SOLID Normal Condition. EMI Board is damaged and circuit is not protected . Replace EMI Board. SOLID Normal Condition. “AC VOLTAGE OUTPUT” There is no output voltage from the EMI Board. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Error Messages are available. Page 41 Meaning LCD MSG TS Ref #s MODEL Indicates the Model of the unit. X-390 X390 System Status Messages GATE IS Gate is stopped between limits. IDLE GATE IS Gate is opening.
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The Solar Mode feature is turned . (pg 19, 42) MODE ___ Indicates the number of connected Monitored Entrapment Protection Sensors UL LEARN NO LEARN that are being monitored. = no sensors learned. (pg 6-7, 22) UL_ RO_ VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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One, or more, of the internal reference voltages are incorrect. WRONG ERR SENS There is a problem with the required monitored sensor(s) connected to the “UL” and/or “Re-Open” input terminals (pg 6-7, 22). ERRLIMIT There is a problem with the Limit Switches or Wires. OPN+CLS VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
Check that the Motor Harness and Connector is connected to the Control Board. pg 11, 20 Check the Limit Switches and Wires. Both limit circuits are to be N.C. pg 16, 20-21 Not applicable to this model. Call Viking Technical Support for further assistance. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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9. When waking from sleep, there will be a 2 second delay before the motor responds to open or close. This will allow time for the safety devices to power up and stabilize. If more specific information is needed please consult with Viking Access Systems. For more information regarding solar energy refer to www.nrel.gov/solar...
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No agreement to replace or repair shall constitute an admission by the Seller of any legal responsibility to effect such replacement to make such repair, or otherwise. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to a particular Purchaser. This Limited Warranty gives the Purchaser specific legal rights. The Purchaser may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1.800.908.0884...
*** NOT COMPATIBLE for Solar Mode setting on Control Board (if applicable)*** VIKING MONITOR Off-site access to operator diagnostics. With the Viking Monitor App, this tool allows you to monitor and label multiple operators by site and location for quick reference. Provides error notifications, operator status, settings and diagnostic information.
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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 efficient and intelligent line of gate operators to meet the changing demands.