Zareba G452 Installation Manual - Maintenance and

Manual is about: AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER For Double Gates

Summary of G452

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    Smar t sys tems for access control automatic gate opener installation manual model g452 for double gates part #7001623.002 rev. 1.

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 2 gate opener class categories* the zareba automatic gate opener is intended for use with vehicular swing gates. The opener can be used in class i, class ii, class iii and class iv applications. Residential vehicular gate opener–class i: a vehicular g...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    3 read this first warning of risks, purchaser’s responsibilities, and assumption of certain risks: the directions for installation and use of the product must be followed carefully. It is impossible to eliminate all risks inherently associated with the use of the product. The effectiveness of the za...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 4 table of contents an introduction to automatic gate openers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5 important safety information general safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 5: Important Safety

    You may obtain additional copies of this manual from our web site at www.Zarebasystems.Com, or contact zareba systems at: 906 5th ave. E, ellendale, mn 56026, 1-800-272-9877. Important safety information general safety information vehicular gates are large heavy objects. Automatic gate openers provi...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual • ensure that the gate and gate opener installation com- ply with applicable local codes. • contact local fire and law enforcement to arrange emergency access procedures. • keep people, animals, and property away from the gate area. Do not let childre...

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    Entrapment alarm (ul 325; 30.1) in compliance with ul 325 the zareba automatic gate opener is designed to stop and reverse direction within two seconds of sensing an obstruction. In addition, the zareba opener activates an audible alarm if the unit incurs an obstruction twice while opening or closin...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 8 additional safety devices the zareba automatic gate opener features built-in obstruction sensitivity. The opener is designed to stop and reverse the gate within two seconds of contact with an obstruction. However, the gate opener’s built-in obstruct...

  • Page 9: Pre-Installation

    9 non-contact sensors (photoelectric beams) non-contact sensors, also called photoelectric beams, enhance safety by monitoring the path of the safety beam when the gate is closing. Obstructing the safety beam path activates the non-contact sensor, which reverses the gate to the fully open position. ...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 10 clevis pin clip (4) (7001224.001) 2” mounting screw (10) (7001225.001) 3/8” x 1-1/4” clevis pin (4) (7001223.001) 3/8” washer (22) (7001226.001) 5/16” nut (2) (7001230.001) 3/8” nut (22) (7001229.001) 3/8” x 8 ” bolt (12) (70 01237.0 01) 8” n ylon ...

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    11 in st a ll e d a u to m a ti c g a te o p e n e r t ra n sf o rm e r g a te o p e n e r (a c tu a to r) c o n tr o l b o x c lo se d -p o si ti o n s to p p la te g a te b ra c k e t p o st b ra c k e t g a te o p e n e r (a c tu a to r) b u ri e d p o w e r c a b le.

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 12 technical specifications system power • the system is powered by a 12 vdc, 7.2 ah, sealed, rechargeable lead-acid battery. • the battery is charged by a 120 to 18 vac step-down transformer which supplies power to an integrated 1 amp charger on the ...

  • Page 13: Installation

    13 overview this section begins with installation instructions for gates that open into the property or “pull-to-open” gates. To mount the opener on a brick, masonry, or rock col- umn, refer to page 24. If you have a push-to-open gate, you must use a push- to-open bracket (sold separately). See push...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 14 step 2 (fig. 13a & 13b) note: gate openers (actuators) must be in the fully retracted position before attaching the gate bracket and the post mount bracket assembly. Attach the gate bracket and the post mount bracket assembly to the gate openers (a...

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    15 step 3 (fig. 14) with the gates in their desired open posi- tions (from 0° to 130° from the gate’s closed position) and with the gate open- ers (actuators) in their retracted posi- tions, place the gate opener (actuator) with the gate bracket and post mount bracket assembly on to the gate post an...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 16 secure the gate bracket and the post mount bracket assembly to the gate and the gate post step 5 mark the bolt-hole locations on the gate and the gate post. Do this by placing a punch or a mark in the mid- dle of each bolt slot on the gate bracket ...

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    Step 8 (fig. 18) attach the gate brackets to each gate by inserting four 3/8” x 3” carriage bolts through the gate brackets and the drilled holes in the gates. Fasten each carriage bolt with one 3/8” washer, one 3/8” lock wash- er, and one 3/8” hex nut. Installing the gate stop plate note: mounting ...

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    Power connection between control box and gate openers (actuators) battery installation note: the battery that accompanies the zareba automatic gate opener will already be installed in either the left or right battery compartment. The extra battery compartment accommodates an optional sec- ond batter...

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    19 connect battery power to the control box note: ensure the control box power switch is in the off position. The control box power switch is located on the bottom of the control box (fig. 23). Step 13 with the control box power switch in the off position connect the battery wire harness to the batt...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 20 step 17 connect the color-coded gate opener (actuator) wires to the terminal block located on the bottom of the con- trol board marked opener 2 (dual). Do this by insert- ing the wires into the terminal block and tightening the set screw in the ter...

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    21 installation of the transformer note: before plugging the transformer into ac power, make sure all wires are connected to the circuit board. • the transformer provided is for indoor use only. If used in an outside outlet, the transformer must be enclosed or covered for weather protection. • when ...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 22 push-to-open installation caution! Ensure the gate does not open into public areas and does not interfere with traffic or cause traffic hazards. In a push-to-open installation, the gate opener (actua- tor) is installed while the gate is in the clos...

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    23 gate in closed position gate in open position pinch areas 2” min. 2” min. Figure 37 note: ensure the gate opener (actuator) and the push-to-open bracket do not bind in the gate- open and gate-closed positions. Step 3 (fig. 36) start with the gate in the closed position and with the gate opener (a...

  • Page 24: Control Box Setting

    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 24 brick, masonry, or rock column installation in a pull-to-open installation, spacing requirements may prevent mounting the gate opener (actuator) on a col- umn (see fig. 38). If this is the case, the gate may have to be professionally re-hung on a p...

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    25 dual dip switch settings and descriptions (fig. 40) dip switch 1 and 2 – gate sequence the default position for both dip switch 1 and 2 is off. The sequence of how the dual gates will close is deter- mined by how these two switches are configured. Dip switch 3 – gate closing delay the default set...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 26 transmitter set up note: all zareba automatic gate opener transmitters and receivers use a standard code set at the factory. It is recommended that you set your own personal code for safety and security. Step 1 (fig. 41) remove the battery access c...

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    27 step 4 press and hold the learn code button for two seconds or until the green status light stops blinking and the red charging light is on. Step 5 press and hold the transmitter button until the green status light resumes blinking. Step 6 replace the battery access cover on the transmitter. Step...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 28 clearing the closed limit setting for opener 2: a) return the gate to the fully open position. B) set dual mode dip switch 4 to the on position. C) press and hold the set limit button for five sec- onds. When you hear a double beep from the alarm b...

  • Page 29: Operation

    29 obstruction sensitivity set up important: for safety reasons the obstruction setting or stall force on the zareba automatic gate opener control board comes from the factory set at minimum, turned all the way counter-clockwise. In many gate installations, this setting will need to be adjusted to o...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 30 in push-to-open installations: if your gate, while in a stationary position, has been subjected to heavy winds or an excessive force has moved the gate, it may be necessary for the gate open- er to self-correct and return to a “zero” position. In t...

  • Page 31: Maintenance and

    31 1) disconnect the battery from the control board, and hook up to a 2-amp battery charger; 2) ensure battery and mains power are properly connect- ed–do not operate the gate for four hours to allow the battery to charge. B) verify the wires connected to vac, solar (if appli- cable), opener 1, open...

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    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 32 the gate will not open using the handheld transmitter. 1. Press transmitter button and verify led idicator light illuminates. If not, replace battery. 2. Remove the cover from the transmitter. 3. Remove the control box cover. Repeat steps 3–8 from ...

  • Page 33: Warranty and Repair

    33 warranty and repair information if your zareba automatic gate opener is not operating properly, please follow all troubleshooting procedures in the maintenance and troubleshooting guide in this manual. If you are unable to solve the problem, call zareba systems at 1-800-272-9877, or visit the aut...

  • Page 34: Gate Opener Accessories

    Automatic gate opener • g452 installation manual 34 gate opener accessories solar powered battery charger (gsp1). The solar panel charges the 12 volt battery when ac power is not available, or is more than 1,000 feet away. Push-button control (gb1). Opens the gate with a push of a button located in ...

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    35 gate opener and accessory order form prices and shipping subject to change without notice. *shipping & handling (ground): under $50: $8.00 note: for air freight shipping, $50 to $100: $11.00 contact the factory for cost $100 to $200: $14.00 $200 to $300: $17.00 over $300: contact factory **reside...