USAutomatic Ranger 500 S, Installation & Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...consent of the publisher USAutomatic Part Number 720104 Cautions Very Important Do not attempt to enter the gate area while the gate is moving Wait until the gate comes to a complete stop Operate the gate only when it is fully visible free of persons or obstructions and properly adjusted Do not allow children to play in the area of the gate Do not allow anyone to ride on the gate Do not allow chil...

Page 4: ...allation 10 Optimizing Solar Panel Location 11 Transformer Installation Connecting Charge device to Charge Controller 11 Charge Controller Operation Check 11 Charge Controller Transformer Manufacturer Information 12 Linear Actuator Cable Connection 13 Ranger Quick Connect Harness Final Installation 13 Understanding Sensitivity Adjustments and Entrapment Alarm 14 Adjusting Gate 1 and Gate 2 Sensiti...

Page 5: ...n automatic gate operator We recommend bearing type hinges to reduce friction drag D Will a reinforcement brace be required to attach the linear actuator to the gate or does a suitable cross member exist in the gate design If any of these problems exist they must be corrected to achieve a reliable automatic gate system GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Tools required for most installations Wrenches Socket 9 16...

Page 6: ...inear Actuator Part 510300 1 per Entrapment Siren Part 530015 1 per Safety Sign Part 601027 2 per Transformer Part 520008 1 per Transmitter Part 030210 2 per Cable gland Part 620022 1 per 3 8 SAE flat washer Part 610516 2 per Charge Controller Part 520007 Ranger Actuator Bracket Pro Part 610420 Ranger Actuator Support Bracket Pro Part 610425 LCR Receiver Part 030200 12 Self tap hex screw Part 6105...

Page 7: ...e old auto type fuse that blows and must be replaced has been designed out of this control board to avoid the unnecessary expense of buying fuses Patent pending on board limit adjustments are a first in the industry and make limit adjustments easy if needed The standard LCR transmitter and receiver package offer the customer many advantages The solar friendly receiver design two output channels ex...

Page 8: ...hen considering accessories for your gate opener MOUNTING SITE REVIEW Review the items below prior to installation and predetermine the solution to any problems which may exist A Does sufficient space exist for mounting and future servicing of the operator and control box B Which direction will the gate swing Will the gate operator pull the gate open to the inside Pull to Open Will the gate operat...

Page 9: ...r Bracket Push To Open Bolt on brackets shown optional The picture in figure 2A is a Push to Open installation When determining the location of the actuator pivot point all measurements should be made from the center of the hinge The dimensions for a typical 90 degree opening are 4 behind the hinge center and 7 toward the driveway from hinge center This type of installation places the bracket out ...

Page 10: ...g linear actuator around should swing freely in a level position to meet the fully open gate This is where the gate bracket should be installed on the gate 4 There are 2 holes in the bracket They can be used to screw the bracket to the gate before welding if desired see figure 5 6 5 The gate should now be installed in the fully open position Verify that linear actuator is level and all pieces have...

Page 11: ...Use approved weather tight electrical junction box for the splice located outside the control box 5 Conduit should be used between junction box and control box Control box knock out is for conduit 6 The extension cable must consist of 5 wires 2 fourteen gauge wires and 3 eighteen gauge wires Red wire with white stripe 14 gauge distance added is greater than 50 feet use 12 gauge Black wire with whi...

Page 12: ... junction box DC plug pigtails and wire nuts Use charts below to determine wire size needed for the distance to be extended The cable must be a 2 conductor cable stranded wire recommended Do not modify the transformer or solar panel cable this will void the product warranty Splice mate for the charge controller to cable end located in control box Splice mate for the charge device to cable end that...

Page 13: ...controller Connect the transformer to an approved electrical receptacle NOTE The 110 VAC receptacles should be installed by a qualified electrician per local building codes Do not modify the transformer cable this will void the warranty Connecting Charge Device to Charge Controller Transformer or Solar Panel Kit The Ranger gate operator charge controller accepts inputs from either the supplied AC ...

Page 14: ... x 1 25 22 5 Hrs ok to use EXCESSIVE BATTERY DRAIN Excessively high number of cycles discharging the battery beyond point of no return Stop gate and allow battery time to recharge PRE QUALIFICATION TEST 1 and 2 During Battery testing if a battery was previously allowed to discharge to a very low voltage such as 1 or 2Vdc the charger puts a low current through the battery to try to get the battery ...

Page 15: ...trol box Charge device cable is routed into control box and connected to the charge controller Linear actuator cable is routed into control box NOTE Verify above before continuing If necessary correct before proceeding 1 Locate the power connector attached to the linear actuator cable red and black wires 2 Connect it to one of the Quick connect harness linear actuator power plugs These connectors ...

Page 16: ...Important If adjusting for a single gate once adjustment for that gate is set also set the other sensitivity adjustment to the same setting Adjusting both Gate 1 and Gate 2 sensitivity adjustments to the same setting for a single gate installation will prevent the possibility of false trigger and gate reversal NOTE If operator is installed to auto close and the gate current senses when closing the...

Page 17: ...nger control board is capable of operating two gates If your installation is a single gate you can operate the gate on the Gate 1 or Gate 2 connector Set control switch ON for the connector being used The Ranger gate operator was shipped with the receiver and entrapment siren already connected to the control board these connections are plugs that can easily be disconnected External reset cable con...

Page 18: ...cludes 35 of extension cable if distance between control box and junction box exceeds this distance it is recommended to purchase a cable that will not require additional splices in the cable 1 If conduit is being installed attach conduit adapter to the control box knock out 2 Route linear actuator cable to junction box and determine length needed see figure 27 3 Cut cable longer than needed for f...

Page 19: ... so that incorrect connection is not possible and it does not matter which connector is used see page 13 figure 18 Locate the linear actuator cable 8 pin plug Connect it to the Gate 2 connector located on the Ranger Control board see page 13 figure 17 Gate 2 connector adjacent to Gate 1 Securely snap in place Once all connections are made place wires in wire compartment as shown on page 17 figure ...

Page 20: ...d 2 Press and hold the right transmitter button down Red light on transmitter should be on 3 Press the P2 push button until the green LD light comes on 4 Release both buttons Transmitter right button to receiver programming is complete Receiver Programming Relay P2 programming from momentary to latching mode to hold gate open 1 Press the P2 push button until the green LD light comes on then releas...

Page 21: ...d does not have dip switches like the transmitter instead it has virtual dip switches which must be programmed PUK Code Password Unblocking Key The PUK code is located inside the keypad and is needed when the master password has been lost Record in space above for future reference Must be 5 digits long Key located on the keypad is used to cancel last command entered Red Light Blinks When blinking ...

Page 22: ...t 2 short beeps if 1 long beep is heard start over with step 1 Learning Access Codes in Receiver Create Communication with Receiver Relay 1 Security Code Dip Switches 1 Carry keypad to receiver location for programming 2 Enter the Access Code for relay 1 on the keypad and continue to press the last key entered red light blinks 3 Press P1 learn button on the receiver until LD green light comes on a...

Page 23: ...pen the gate This sensor is typically installed inside the property beside the drive to automatically open the gate when a car passes This type of sensor is not a safety device Sensor can be ordered with cable lengths that fit the installation It is recommended to install this sensor and cable in PVC conduit Wire as follows Red wire connect to J2 pin 1 Shield braided wire connect to J2 pin 2 Black...

Page 24: ...e cover from both units Attach back plate to the installation site using mounting holes in back plate If conduit is being used recommended knockouts are provided in the unit for conduit fitting Install wires into unit and strip of insulation to prepare for wiring connections Connect both conduits to a weather tight junction box Then connect an additional conduit between the junction box and Ranger...

Page 25: ...to eliminate the chance of the person operating the gate from coming in contact with the moving gate Do not install external buttons which can be used to operate the gate within the reach of children All placards must be installed one on each side of the gate visible in the gate area Contact sensors used for secondary entrapment safety devices and their wiring must be installed in a manner which p...

Page 26: ...ne 4 The space between the gate when open and any obstruction such as fence wall landscaping etc Zone 5 The point where two bi parting gates come together when closing Not shown above Every installation is unique and it is the installer s responsibility to recognize and remedy all safety concerns Please consult a qualified dealer or the factory for a complete explanation of the remedies and additi...

Page 27: ...J3 J4 for entrapment siren external Reset and one four pin header J1 for receiver Push Button Three are located on the control board Open Close command used to operate the gate Reset used to reset the control board after current sensing twice before a limit is reached see page 14 figure 21 and the LED Indicator must be pressed and held to activate troubleshooting lights Control Switches Used to tu...

Page 28: ...it is a possible wire problem we need to check the following A Wire harness for cuts nicks or bad splices if splice exist B If gate with problem is the gate located on the other side of drive from control box Gate 2 the cable under the drive needs to be verified good This is done by using a voltmeter and going to the junction box located below the Gate 2 linear actuator Locate the red wire with wh...

Page 29: ...ll to open configuration then control switch number 2 should be turned OFF verify it is If installed in the push to open configuration verify switch is turned ON STEP 3 Gate is trying to close too far Readjust close limit adjust for gate 1 or gate 2 to the correct stop position STEP 4 If time before auto opening cannot be adjusted and occurs in a couple of seconds after closing then the close limi...

Page 30: ...ontrol board is working correctly If not the accessory is the problem 10 Pressing the RESET button only causes the gate to operate open close and stop acts like transmitter STEP 1 This problem is probably due to a bad receiver STEP 2 To isolate this disconnect the J3 connector from the control board STEP 3 With J3 disconnected see if Reset button causes gate to operate If gate no longer operates w...

Page 31: ...ervice a Return Authorization number RA will be issued which must be written on the outside of the package Packages without an RA may not be accepted Packages for warranty service may be sent to the address below All repairs or replacements are at the discretion of the Manufacturer This warranty excludes items that have been abused altered incorrectly installed and damaged by weather or other acts...