Owner's Manual

For a saw-cut installation, observe the method recommended in
Figurez8 for the corners. When installing a two-loop reversing system
it is best to bring the twisted lead wires from each loop to the operator
so that the loops may be properly phased. The saw cut must be to a
depth of 1.5 inches, clean and with no sharp corners. After placing the
wires, it is essential that the wires be held tightly in place by the foam
backing and that no voids exist that can collect water which might
freeze and push the loop wires out of the slot. The sealant used should
match the paving material and should not be hard setting. The lead-in
wires must have at least six (6) twists per foot.
NO SPLICES ARE ALLOWED IN THE LOOP OR THE LEAD-IN
WIRE TO THE FIRST JUNCTION BOX Above ground splices may
be used providing the wire is twisted, soldered and moisture sealed.
For best long term results, do not use wire nuts anywhere in the loop
system. For connections to the loop detector, gas tight crimp type
terminals should be used, and soldered if possible.
THE WIRE USED FOR THE LOOPS MUST BE HEAT AND
WATER RESISTANT. CROSS-LINK POLYETHYLENE
INSULATED, TYPE XLPE OR RHW IS BEST. U.S.E. IS ALSO
SATISFACTORY. DO NOT USE PVC INSULATED WIRE. WIRE
SIZE SHOULD BE #16zGA STRANDED OR LARGER.
C: INSTALLING THE OPERATOR
TOOLS REQUIRED
The following tools and materials are required for proper
installation of the operator:
1. Two 3/4" wrenches. (For tightening hex nuts on the
chain take-up bolts.)
2. Chain cutting tool. (For adjusting chain length.)
3. Wire cutter, stripper and crimping tools. (For attaching
accessory equipment to the control box barrier strip.)
4. Standard screwdriver. (For junction box face plate.)
5. Very small standard screw driver. (For adjusting
controller board trimmer potentiometers.)
6. Phillips head screwdriver. (For control box face plate.)
7. Electric arc welder or an electric drill with a 3/8" bit.
(For attaching chain brackets to gate.)
8. Several feet of 18 AWG or 22 AWG insulated multi-
strand electrical wire. (For attaching accessory
equipment to the control box barrier strip.)
9. Four 1/2" anchor bolts with hex nuts, flat washers and
lock washers. (For attaching the operator to the concrete
pad.) Additional flat washers may be required as
leveling shims (see Page 9).
10. 1/2”, 9/16” & 5/8” wrenches for various fasteners.
The following is a check list of the various parts included with the LPX1700 operator:
1. (1) LPX1700 Slide Gate Operator w/Cover
2. (2) Gate Warning Signs
3. (1) Installation Manual
4. (2) End Chain Brackets
5. (1) Chain Take-up Bolt Kit
6. (25 ft) #41 Chain
7. (2) Master Links
UNPACKING CHECKLIST
B: PREPARING THE SITE
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