LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide Operator models contained in this manual conform to UL325 standard for use in Class I, II, III, and IV applications USA & Canada (800) 421-1587 & (800) 392-0123 (760) 438-7000 - Toll Free FAX (800) 468-1340 www.linearcorp.
Table of Contents Pre-installation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Before You Begin... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Always Check the Gate’s Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Gate Operator Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Approved Obstruction Detection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Safety Information and Warnings . . .
Pre-installation Information Safety Information and Warnings Before You Begin... THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Before unpacking, inspect the carton for exterior damage. If you find damage, advise the delivery carrier of a potential claim. Inspect your package carefully. You can check your accessory box parts with the enclosed packing slip for your convenience. Claims for shortages will be honored for only 30 days from the date of shipment.
Linear Actuator Operator Overview Wiring Specifications The Model LRA Residential Linear Actuator is designed to open and close a light-duty residential swing gate. The operator can be used in left-hand or right-hand swing gate installations on gate(s) with leafs weighing up to 600 pounds. Refer to the following steps for details on power and accessory wiring for the operator.
LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide -3- LEAVE SLACK IN CABLE TO ALLOW FOR GATE SWING CONTROL BOX LEFT HAND GATE OPERATION SHOWN 1/2 GATE HEIGHT POST OR PILLAR MINIMUM BACKSPACE 8" FROM CENTER OF GATE HINGE CONTROL BOX 36" RECOMMENDED LRA ACTUATOR IN OPEN POSITION LRA ACTUATOR ENTRY GATE TOP VIEW GATE BACK SIDE VIEW EXIT ROADWAY LRA ACTUATOR IN CLOSED POSITION GATE HINGE GATE FULLY OPEN POST OR PILLAR GATE FULLY CLOSED Gate Layout Illustration 228158 Revision X17 8-11-20
Mounting Bracket Installation Examine Figure 2 for details on the required mounting locations for the brackets. They must be mounted at the correct locations to allow the operator to open the gate at a 90 degree angle and to ensure the operator functions smoothly. LOCATE POST BRACKET AT THESE DIMENSIONS FROM THE GATE CENTERLINE AND HINGE POINT The brackets must also be mounted level in respect to each other so the operator’s front and rear mounting points are vertical and not offset at an angle.
Operator Setup Operator Mounting The operator mounts on the post bracket pin and into the gate bracket bushing. Refer to Figure 5. TRAVELER SHAFT 1. With the gate closed, carefully position the operator over the mounting brackets. 2. Lower the operator onto the post bracket pin while guiding the operator’s worm drive traveler shaft into the gate bracket bushing. 3. Install the washer and clip-ring on the post bracket pin. 4. Install the washer and clip-ring on the traveler shaft.
Operator Setup (Continued) CONTROL BOX WARNING AC POWER MUST BE CONNECTED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICTIAN ALL AC ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE POWER SOURCE AND THE OPERATOR MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND MUST OBSERVE ALL NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. GROUND SCREW AC Power Connection The control box contains a power disconnect switch to turn on and off the power available to the operator.
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Operator Setup (Continued) Limit Switch Adjustment The open and close limit switches are adjustable by sliding them on the operator’s frame. Sliding either switch closer to the center of the operator decreases the gate travel. 1. To limit the opening travel of the gate for setup, loosen the locking screw on the open limit switch, slide the switch towards the center of the operator (see Figure 11). 2. With the gate closed, apply power to the Controller, STAY CLEAR OF THE GATE and press the OPEN button. 3.
Controller Features WHIP ANTENNA ANTENNA CONNECTOR POWER INDICATORS OPERATION AND PROGRAMMING INDICATORS OPERATION BUTTONS DISPLAY PROGRAMMING BUTTONS SOLAR PANEL TERMINALS INPUT POWER TERMINALS MOTOR BOARD COVER ACCESSORY POWER TERMINALS BATTERY TERMINALS RESET BUTTON TERMINALS PLUG-IN LOOP DETECTOR CONNECTORS PRIMARY/ SECONDARY COMM LINK TERMINALS SINGLE INPUT TERMINALS FIRE DEPT INPUT TERMINALS OPEN INPUT TERMINALS 3-BUTTON STATION TERMINALS OPEN AND CLOSE OBSTRUCTION INPUT TERMINALS SHADO
Indicator Descriptions INDICATOR DEFINITION OPERATION INDICATION WHEN LIT DURING NORMAL OPERATION PROGRAMMING 24 VOLT INPUT POWER 24 VOLT DC ACCY POWER INDICATION WHEN LIT DURING PROGRAMMING LOW VOLTAGE AC POWER IS PRESENT LOW VOLTAGE DC POWER IS PRESENT OPEN SIGNAL PRESENT FROM THE INTERNAL RECEIVER OR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE OPEN INPUT TERMINAL CLOSE SIGNAL IS PRESENT FROM A DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE CLOSE INPUT TERMINAL STOP INPUT TERMINAL IS OPEN AND NOT CONNECTED TO COMMON OPEN CLOSE ST
Terminal Descriptions TERMINAL AC N AC DC DC + RESET COMMON GROUP FUNCTION 24 VOLT INPUT FACTORY CONNECTED TO 24 VAC FROM TRANSFORMER OR 24 VDC FROM CONTINUOUS DUTY DC SUPPLY. ACCESSORY POWER PROVIDES 24 VOLT DC POWER FOR ACCESSORIES. (.5A MAX) RESET BUTTON FACTORY CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER’S RESET BUTTON. COMM LINK NOT USED IN SINGLE OR DUAL GATE LRA INSTALLATIONS. SINGLE BUTTON INPUT CONNECT TO NORMALLY OPEN SWITCH FOR SINGLE BUTTON OPERATION.
Operator Accessory Connections 3-BUTTON STATION TELEPHONE ENTRY PHOTOEYE FOR REVERSE KEYPAD PHOTOEYE FOR CLOSE OBSTRUCTION KEYSWITCH FIRE ACCESS SWITCH SOLENOID LOCK EXTERNAL POWER PHOTOEYE FOR OPEN OBSTRUCTION SINGLE-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER MAGLOCK GATE EDGE SENSOR FOR REVERSE TWO-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVER WARNING STROBE OR AUDIBLE SOUNDER CHANNEL #1 OPEN/CLOSE WIRELESS GATE EDGE SENSOR MGT TRANSMITTER Figure 15.
Basic Controller Programming Programming Overview PROGRAM INDICATOR The Controller can be programmed with various options for the operator. The programming fields are defined as “functions” that have “options”. To make setup easier for the installer, the Controller’s programming is divided into two groups: basic and advanced. The basic programming group contains the functions commonly used in most swing gate installations. The advanced programming group contains functions less commonly used (i.e.
Basic Controller Programming (Cont.) Run Alarm and Pre-start Alarm FUNCTION The factory default is Run Alarm on and a 3-second Pre-start Alarm. The operator’s beeper will sound 3 seconds before the operator starts. The options are: • Run Alarm Off and Pre-start Alarm Off • Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm Off • Run Alarm On and Pre-start Alarm On for 1-9 Seconds Maximum Open Direction Current Setting To detect obstacles or mechanical problems with the gate, the operator monitors its motor current.
Advanced Controller Programming FUNCTION Entering Advanced Programming Mode To access and program the Advanced Programming functions, for each programming session, Advanced Programming must be enabled. OPTIONS ADVANCED PROGRAMMING OPTIONS WILL BE DISPLAYED After exiting programming, the Advanced Programming functions will be available on the programming display during the next programming session unless the operator has run 50 or more cycles. After that, Advanced Programming must be enabled again.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Auxiliary Relay Mode FUNCTION The Auxiliary Relay has normally open and normally closed contacts. The factory setting disables the Auxiliary Relay. The relay can be set for: • Maglock: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only). • M4: To deactivate a magnetic or solenoid gate lock, the relay will energize during any pending or actual gate motion (open only).
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Low Power Mode FUNCTION This function is only used with DC battery backup. The factory default disables the Low Power Mode. When Low Power Mode is enabled, and AC power fails, the controller will assume Low Power Mode after 60 seconds of gate inactivity. Low power mode turns off all accessory power and indicators.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) Maintenance Alert Trigger FUNCTION The Controller has a MAINT ALERT indicator that can be programmed to light when the number of activations exceeds a set number of cycles. The factory default sets the Maintenance Alert Trigger to 10,000 cycles. The Maintenance Alert Trigger can be programmed for 5, 10, 15, or 25 thousand cycles. The Maintenance Cycle Count can be reset independently from the operator’s absolute Cycle Count.
Advanced Controller Programming (Cont.) FUNCTION Radio Enable The Controller contains a built-in MegaCode® radio receiver to allow activation from up to 40 access control transmitters and two Model MGT (gate edge) transmitters. The factory default enables the internal radio receiver. Alternately, the internal receiver can be disabled. OPTIONS INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER DISABLED "RA" INTERNAL RADIO RECEIVER ENABLED Antenna Installation The Controller is supplied with a local whip antenna.
LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED 7 FT. MINIMUM DISTANCE AWAY FROM GATE USE RELIEF CUTS AT CORNERS - 20 - OPEN GATE PARTIALLY SHOWN 2" MULTIPLE TURNS LOOP SEALANT 3/8" REFER TO LOOP INSTALLATION NOTES FOR DETAILS NOTE: POSITION SHADOW LOOP WITH A MINIMUM OF 4' CLEARANCE FROM GATE'S FULLY OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION WALL PARTIALLY SHOWN FOR CLARITY NOTE: POSITION SHADOW LOOP APPROXIMATELY HALF WAY BETWEEN ENTRY AND EXIT REVERSING LOOPS.
LRA WARNING Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED 7FT.
LRA Linear Residential Actuator Installation Guide - 22 - REFER TO CONNECTION ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DETAILS BEAM PATH (WIRE TO CLOSE OBSTRUCTION) OBSTRUCTION DETECTING APPLICATION SEPARATE PEDESTRIAN GATE REQUIRED 7 FT. MINIMUM DISTANCE AWAY FROM GATE (WIRE TO OPEN OBSTRUCTION) OBSTRUCTION DETECTING APPLICATION BEAM PATH BEAM PATH (WIRE TO REVERSE) PHOTOEYE REVERSE APPLICATION CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO POSITION PHOTOEYES SO THAT NUISANCE TRIPPING IS MINIMIZED.
Gate Operation Operation Indications Open Button During normal operation, the Controller’s displays will indicate current operating conditions and status. Opens the gate. If the Controller is programmed to stop opening the gate at mid-travel, a constant press of the OPEN button will override the Mid-travel Stop and completely open the gate. If the Auto Close Timer is set, it will be suspended until the OPEN button is released.
Error Indications CONTROLLER ERROR CAUSES AND INDICATIONS During abnormal operation, the Controller’s displays and beeper will indicate the error condition that has occurred. Entrapment If an entrapment condition occurs detected by two repeated open or close obstruction triggers, the Controller will lock the operator out. The beeper will sound constantly and the gate will not operate. To reset the Controller press the STOP button or press the RESET button on the control box.
Gate staying open with automatic system Troubleshooting Contacting Technical Support For technical questions regarding Linear gate operators, contact the Technical Services Department at: 1-800-421-1587 from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM Pacific time Operator fails to start A. Make sure you have power at the master distribution panel and that the power has not been turned off. A.
Model LRA Replacement Parts KIT #2 KIT #4 94 27 65 25 101 96 17 44 95 92 97 63 99 HARDWARE KIT 101 2500-2436 LRA COMPLETE ARM KIT #3 17 WORM DRIVE CAP, TRAVELER, & GATE BRACKET KIT 90 30 KIT #1 1 99 31 26 2 101 28 32 91 MODEL LRA ARM MECHANICAL PARTS LIST REF.
6-Month Preventative Maintenance Preventative Maintenance 1. Inspect all nuts and bolts for proper tightness and tighten as necessary. WARNING Always disconnect power from operator before servicing. Keep clear of gate during operation. General Linear gate operators are designed for many years of trouble-free operation and, under recommended operating conditions, will require only minimal maintenance.
Gate Operator Installation Checklist INSTALLER CUSTOMER ❑ ❑ 1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions. ❑ ❑ 2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have contact and/or non-contact obstruction sensing devices installed. ❑ ❑ 3. The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing devices, in compliance with UL325 requirements for this installation. ❑ ❑ 4.
