SECTION 5 – MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Inspection and service of this gate operator by a qualified technician should be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. High cycle usage may require more frequent service checks.
5.1 Maintenance Schedule
When servicing the gate operator, always check any secondary (external) reversing devices (loops,
photo eyes, etc.) for proper operation. If external reversing devices cannot be made operable, do not
place this operator in service until the malfunction can be identified and corrected.
Always check the inherent reversing system when performing any maintenance. If the
inherent reversing system cannot be made operable, remove this operator from service until
the cause of the malfunction is identified and corrected. Keeping this operator in service
when the inherent reversing system is malfunctioning creates a hazard for persons which can
result in serious injury or death should they become entrapped in the gate.
When servicing this gate operator, be sure that the 24 VAC input power, batteries and solar panels
are disconnected.
MONTHLY
INTERVAL
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
3 6 12
Alarm Activate the primary (inherent) reverse system by blocking the gate
with a solid object. When the gate reverses, block the gate in the
opposite direction prior to the limit being reached. The entrapment
alarm should activate. Press the reset button to silence the alarm.
Batteries Check the batteries for any leakage or loose connections. Batteries
should be replaced every two years.
Fire Dept. Check emergency vehicle access device for proper operation.
Gate Inspect for damage. Check gate hinges for wear and grease if
necessary.
Primary Reverse
System
Check that the gate reverses on contact with an object in both the
opening and closing cycles. Adjust the clutch if necessary.
Loop(s) Check vehicular reverse and shadow loops for proper operation.
Release Check manual release for proper operation.
Secondary
Reverse Device
Check secondary (external) reverse device(s) stop or reverse the
gate when activated.
Solar Panels Wipe off the panels with a clean dry cloth. Dirty solar panels will not
properly charge the batteries.
Complete Complete check of gate and gate operating system.
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