BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 3 Installation Instructions & Safety Information Manual BLSL3060 Vehicular Gate Operator Class I, Class II, Class III, and Class IV TA BLE OF CONTENTS Gate Operator Class Categories & Example ............2 Protection Against Entrapment ............3...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 4 Gate operator class categories and examples READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY INSTALLATION Residential Vehicular Gate Operator Commercial/General Access Class I Vehicular Gate Operator Class II A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 6 Use and Application The model BLSL3060 is intended for Class I, II, III and IV usage on a vehicular slide gate application. a) Install the gate operator only when: 1) The operator is appropriate for the construction of the gate and the usage Class of the gate, 2) All openings of a horizontal slide gate are guarded or screened from the bottom of the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.22 m) above the ground to prevent a 2-1/4 inch (57.2 mm) diameter sphere from passing...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 7 Important Safety Instructions WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury or death: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away from children.
• Test the manual release feature on the operator. Maintenance instructions of BLSL3060 performed by the end user/home owner Although all Platinum Access Systems’ gate operators are virtually maintenance free to an end user/home own minimal maintenance is recommended to ensure a smooth operation of this unit.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 9 Intended Use The operator is intended for installation on a vehicular slide gate only. The operator IS NOT intended to be used for any pedestrian gate. BLSL3060 TECHNICAL SUPPORT: (909) 259-6001...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 10 Types of Installations FRONT INSTALLATION Open Position Closed Position Gate Operator Gate Operator Concrete Pad Track Concrete Pad BLSL3060 TECHNICAL SUPPORT: (909) 259-6001...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 11 Types of Installations REAR INSTALLATION Open Position Closed Position Gate Operator See Detail Below Gate Operator Track Concrete Pad Concrete Pad etail of Rear Install ain Ro t e Parts Not Supplied by...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 12 Mounting Instructions CONCRETE PAD Track Gate Install a 2" " Positive Stop Track Concrete Pad Minimum 10" at Both Ends of the Track 6” 20" Operator Cover Operator Chassis Gate Operator Concrete Pad 4"...
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 13 Mounting Instructions NOTE: Pre-installation procedure; Manually open and close the gate, ensuring there is sufficient space between adjacent walls and gate. While pushing the gate to the open and closed positions, confirm that th e wheels turn freely on the track and there are no obstacles.
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 14 Mounting Instructions STEP 3 Chain Installation: Confirm the chain will be in a straight line with, and at the same height as, the chain leaving the gate operator rollers prior to welding the chain brackets provided.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 15 Installation: entrapment protection Note: This type of installation DOES NOT reverse the gate all the way back to its limits when the sensors are obstructed. This installation is only to protect against entrapment and to comply with UL325.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 16 Installation: Inductive Loops WARNING – Consult the installation instructions from the loop detector manufacturer. The follow- ing statements are provided as a guide but different requirements may be required by the vehicular loop detector manufacturer.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 17 Installation: inductive loops WARNING – This product is an accessory or part of a system. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the equipment before connecting this product. Comply with all applicable codes and safety regulations.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 18 Installation: Alarm Reset Switch & Warning Placards WARNING – To reduce the risk of severe injury or death to person, please follow these instructions: ALARM RESET SWITCH INSTALLATION: (UL 325 standard requirement) is either a Type A or B2 device and the second activation is a Type A device.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 19 Installation: ElecTrical power cable to the board. USE MIN. 14 AWG WIRE. FOLLOW ALL LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. To help protect the equipment from lightning and power Black surges and to protect persons from shock hazard the Green Operator must be grounded.
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 20 Installation: Electrical CONNECTING POWER: (PRE-WIRED) Connect the LIMIT harness to J14, and MOTOR CTL harness to J4. On the OPEN DIR switch: Select “RIGHT” to open right. Select “LEFT” to open left.
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 21 Installation: LIMIT SWITCH SET-UP LIMIT SWITCH SET-UP: STEP 4 A. Move the gate manually to the closed position. B. Loosen and rotate the Right Limit Switch Cam until the Right Limit Switch “clicks”.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 22 Installation: LIMIT SWITCH SET-UP LIMIT SWITCH SET-UP (continued): OPENING/CLOSING SETUP 1. Setup the limit switches manually at the desired open and close position. 2. Allow the gate operator to run a full open and close cycle (from limit to limit) without interruption.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 23 Installation: Primary/Secondary Connections Outside Opens First Secondary Primary Interconnecting Conduit Inside Caution – Do not run Primary/Secondary communication cable in the same conduit as the power supply (120-220V) cable. Shielded Cable Conduit...
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 25 Installation: Accessory Connections ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS: To decrease the possibility of vehicle entrapment on the gate, vehicle loop detectors need to be installed. The edge sensor and the photo-electric beam can be used for secondary entrapment protection on every installation to prevent pedestrian or animal entrapment.
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 26 Installation: Accessory Connections ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS (continued): Radio Receiver Need to verify the proper connections before connecting the Radio Receiver. The maximum voltage that the control board / battery can provide is about 28V for external accessories.
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 27 Installation: Accessory Connections ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS (continued): Solenoid Connection The solenoid power connection must be provided an external power source. This will prevent damage to the battery in the event of a line power failure.
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BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 28 Installation: Accessory Connections ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS (continued): Locks Magnetic Lock (#PA-MAG13) (Supplied with Lock Kit) (Supplied with Lock Kit) Green Black 24VDC White The Magnetic Lock power connection must be provided an external power source. This will prevent damaging the battery in the event of line power failure.
Select the DIP switch to ADV MLOK position. OPEN ON POWER FAIL: The Auto-Open feature in Platinum Access Systems Gate Operators enables the following functionality in the event of power failure: a. Open the gate in case of power failure (120 or 220 VAC).
BLSL3060 Manual_Layout 1 2/10/2014 5:00 PM Page 30 Installation: Selectable Features CLOSE TIMER: Close Timer The Close Timer will close the gate a set time after the vehicle clears the gate area. This is adjustable from 3 to 60 seconds.