INTRODUCTION This operator is intended to be installed on vehicular Class I, II, III or IV gates as defined by UL 325. Maximum gate load not to exceed 400 pounds and 13 feet in length. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. The Ranger control board was designed with a current sense safety feature and we strongly recommend other safety devices such as photo eyes to make each particular installation as safe as possible and reduce the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
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IMPORTANCE OF A PROPERLY DESIGNED GATE. USAutomatic, LTD is not responsible for any damage to a gate in which the gate operator is installed. A poorly installed or misadjusted gate could be damaged. It is the responsibility of the installer to verify proper gate installation prior to operator installation. As a general rule a gate which is to be automatically operated must be stronger and smoother than one which will be manually operated.
PARTS INCLUDED Ranger 500 S part number 020510 Ranger Actuator Bracket Pro Part # 610420 3/8 x 16 serrated hex nut Part # 610518 1 per #12 Self tap hex screw Part # 610532 4 per Ranger Actuator Support Bracket Pro Part # 610425 Gate Bracket Part # 610110 1 per 3/8 SAE flat washer Part # 610516 2 per 3/8 x 2 ½” shoulder bolt Part # 610512 1 per Bronze Bushing Part # 610530 2 per Nylon washer Part # 610528 2 per Linear Actuator Part # 510300 1 per Manual release pin Part # 610534 1 per Manual rele
GATE QUALIFICATIONS/APPLICATIONS The Ranger gate operator is designed and rated for vehicular class I, II, III or IV swing gates up to 13 feet in length. Recommended for Gates that meet the following descriptions: The Ranger gate operator is designed and supplied with weld on mounting brackets to fit most types of gate installations. If desired, optional bolt on brackets are available (part # 620151) for hinge post from 2 3/8” to 6” round or square.
GATE CYCLES PER DAY AC CHARGED SYSTEM (TRANSFORMER INCLUDED) AC charged systems should not exceed 575 cycles per day. GATE CYCLES PER DAY SOLAR CHARGED SYSTEM (OPTIONAL SOLAR KIT) Solar charged systems should not exceed the cycles listed in the chart below. These numbers are based on a single 6 watt solar panel installation. If additional panels are installed additional cycles will be available.
Installing Actuator Support Bracket & Actuator Bracket (Pull To Open) * Bo lt on b rack e ts shown op tion al The picture in figure 2 is a Pull 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 5” behind the hinge center and 7” toward the inside of the property. Measurements are from hinge center, there are many types of hinges available.
Installing Gate Bracket to Linear Actuator See figure 4 Install manual release pin, gate bracket and manual release clip to linear actuator extension rod end. Figure 4 Installing Gate Bracket to Gate (Pull to Open Only) Important: The linear actuator was shipped from the factory set to the fully retracted position. To determine where the gate bracket will be installed follow the steps below: The linear actuator should be connected to the actuator bracket at this point. 1.
Installing Ranger Control Box The control box should be installed in a location that will not require the eight foot linear actuator cable to be spliced. If the cable must be spliced refer to splicing instructions below. Avoid placing the control box behind solid metal objects that might interfere with the receiver reception. The antenna for the receiver is located inside the control box and this could reduce the operating range.
Ranger Battery Installation Battery recommended is a sealed, group U-1 12 VDC battery. This battery is sometimes described as a lawn tractor battery. Battery physical size must not exceed 9” wide, 7” tall and 5 ¾” deep. Install the battery into the battery compartment. Connect harness as shown in figure 11. Connect ¼” ring terminals from harness to the battery.
Optimizing Solar Panel Location: The charge controller determines the charge method installed (AC or Solar) and charges the battery at the optimum charge rate. The solar panel outputs voltage and current to charge the battery. This output voltage will vary slightly as the sun passes over throughout the day. The charge controller can be used to optimize this output voltage. ¾ To use this feature identify time of day for the maximum solar radiation (typically around 2 pm).
1. L.E.D. DISPLAY First 3 seconds upon Charger/Controller powered from Battery or Supplied Power Supply, the Battery Status Light Emitting Diode (L.E.D.) Flashes. OTHER POSSIBLE PROBLEMS No Power on Charger – Check the transformer Supply Adaptor Plug-in, or the Solar Panel for proper connection. 1.1. L.E.D. Description 3. CHARGE ALGORITHM EXTERNAL POWER ADAPTOR Illuminates continuously while power from A.C. Power Supply Adaptor is sensed.
Linear Actuator Cable installation With the control box installed route the linear actuator cable into the bottom of the control box using the 1 ¼” hole in the rear bottom. Slide the hole plug that is installed on the linear actuator cable into the control box hole and snap in place (see page 10 figure 14). If cable length is excessive, coil up and place in the wire compartment of control box (see figure 19).
Understanding Sensitivity Adjustments and Entrapment Alarm Gate 1 and Gate 2 sensitivity adjustments are located on the left edge of the control board (see figure 20). Sensitivity is the primary safety control designed into the control board. The adjustment dials control the amount of pressure the gate can apply to an object, before the gate will stop and reverse direction. If the gate senses an obstruction it will reverse direction.
Adjusting Close Limit Utilizing Nudge Technique Nudge adjustment: (on ly a pp lie s wh en a dju st ing c lo se lim it) 1. Turn on control dip switches 3 and 4 2. Connect linear actuator cable to Gate 1 on control board 3. Press the Open/Close Command button 4. Gate will go to the pre set close position 5. If gate needs to close more turn the gate 1 close limit dial clockwise until desired close position is achieved.
Control Switches Functions Switch 2 Auto close enable – Turns on the auto close feature. Gate will close from any position. Do not turn this feature on unless safety devices are installed (see page 22) for details. Operating direction reverse – Turn “ON” for Push to Open installation only. Switch 3 Gate 1 enable – Turns on Gate 1 connector Switch 4 Gate 2 enable – Turns on Gate 2 connector Switch 5 Solenoid Lock Enable –Turn “ON” if lock power (+12 vdc) is wired to control board.
5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. If installing conduit attach ½” adapter to junction box. If not, cut rubber knock out (supplied) to fit cable. Install Gate 2 extension cable into the junction box (see figure 28). Using supplied wire nuts connect the 5 wires matching the wire colors (see figure 29). Do not install junction box cover until all connections have been completed With extension cable now installed in junction box, route the other end of the extension cable to the control box.
Programming Transmitter and Receiver (model 433DSR2LC): Operating frequency 433 MHz. Receiver can store up to 42 unique transmitter dipswitch code settings. Transmitter P1 Button P2 Button Battery Compartment Door Figure 32 Receiver Transmitter Setup: (It is recommended that the dipswitch code be changed from the default factory setting) Open the battery compartment door and locate the dipswitches. Change the dipswitches to the settings you prefer, record for future reference in the table below.
Erasing Single Transmitter from Receiver Memory: The dipswitch settings of the transmitter to be deleted must be known. If known follow the steps below. 1. Set the dipswitches in a transmitter to match the switch settings of the transmitter code to delete. 2. Press and hold the left transmitter button. 3. On the receiver, push the P1 push-button until the green LD light comes on. Then release both. 4. Press and hold the right transmitter button. 5.
Changing Keypad Security Code: This keypad has a virtual dipswitch used to create your Security Code. The virtual dipswitch contains nine 3-position switches. To ensure neighboring keypads do not interfere with each other, the virtual switches should be positioned in a random pattern, using the following procedure. Example of random positioning of the virtual dipswitches to create a Security Code is shown below.
Accessory Information Garage Door Receiver Information: Part number 030214 The receiver provided with the Ranger gate operator operates at 433 MHZ and might or might not be compatible with your garage door. If receiver frequency is not compatible the optional “Garage Door Receiver kit” can be easily installed in the garage. The kit contains receiver, transformer and a wire harness that easily installs to the existing garage door. One receiver will be needed for each garage door.
Photo Eye: (Send and receive) Part number 550010 The photo eye is a secondary safety device. It produces a beam between the 2 units. When the beam is broken it will keep the gate from closing. It requires wires to be connected to both units (20 gauge) for operation. Typically a swing gate needs two sets of photo eyes for the best area protection (see figure 33). One set of photo eyes pointing across the drive on the outside of the hinge post (A).
SA F ETY SEC TIO N USAutomatic gate operators are certified to UL325 Vehicular Class I, II, III and IV swing gate standards. UL325 identifies four different classes of gate operators these classes are listed below: Class I: Residential vehicular gate operator- vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a home of one to four single family dwellings or a garage or parking area associated therewith.
All safety features required by UL 325 are incorporated in the capabilities of all USAutomatic Control boards and should be utilized, including but not limited to, safety edges, photo electric eyes, reverse sensing. Cautions - Very Important ¾ Do not attempt to enter the gate area while the gate is moving. Wait until the gate comes to a complete stop. ¾ Operate the gate only when it is fully visible, free of persons or obstructions, and properly adjusted.
Troubleshooting Guide Outline NOTE: Gate 2 is defined as the gate on the other side of the drive from the control box. 1. Gate 1 or Gate 2 will not operate. Single gate installation. 2. Gate 1 or Gate 2 will not operate. Dual gate installation. 3. Gate 1 and Gate 2 will not operate. Dual gate installation. 4. Single or Dual gate installation opens or closes very slow. 5. Single or Dual gate installation will not automatically close. 6.
1. My single gate will not operate: (connected to Gate I or Gate II) STEP 1 Open control box cover and locate the “Open/Close Command” push button and press it to operate the gate. STEP 2 Press the “Reset” push button located above the open close command, then push the “open/close command” push button to operate the gate. STEP 3 When pressing the “open/close command” push button, listen for a clicking sound, if click is heard then verify: A.
NOTE: The Ranger charge controller does not output any voltage or current when disconnected from the battery, you cannot check the charge controller by disconnecting from battery and measuring output voltage. To check charge controller output, disconnect from battery, measure battery voltage and note. Reconnect charger and monitor battery voltage it should rise above the battery voltage noted above.
STEP 6 If click was not heard verify that receiver has power applied to it by pressing the P1 button on receiver and holding down until green light comes “ON” then release P1. If light comes “ON” then power to unit is correct. If light does not come “ON” verify that connector J1 is connected to control board correctly. If light does not come “ON” and power to receiver is good then receiver is possibly bad. STEP 7 If clicking sound was heard then the problem might possibly be the control board.
Ranger 500 S and 500 D Limited Warranty USAutomatic, LTD warrants this product to be free of defects in materials for a period of 3 YEARS following purchase USAUTOMATIC, LTD will repair or replace the product free of charge, including parts, shop labor, return shipping and handling. CONSUMER AFTER INSTALL: Return the enclosed warranty registration or register online at www.usautomatic.com .
