Ghost Controls TSS1 - User Manual

TSS1 GATE OPENER INSTALLATION AND OWNERS MANUAL
A 12V BATTERY IS REQUIRED TO OPERATE OPENER AND IS NOT INCLUDED!
You must purchase a 12V Automotive or Deep Cycle Marine Battery before installing
or purchase our optional Battery Box Kit (ABBT2) for installing your operator.
Made in China,
©Ghost Controls
®
2020
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Summary

Contact Information

Sales and Product Inquiries

Contact for sales, product information, and retailer location.

Installation and Technical Support

Get assistance with installation and technical issues.

Online Resources

Access product info, articles, and installation videos online.

Warranty

Register Your Product

Instructions for registering your gate opener for an extended warranty.

Specifications

TSS1 Gate Operator Kit Details

Technical specifications for the TSS1 gate opener kit.

System Safety

General Safety Precautions

Important safety precautions for gate opener system users.

Vehicular Gate Standard and Warning Signs

Guidelines for gate construction and required warning signs.

Alarm and Entrapment Zone Safety

Information on gate alarms and safe entrapment zones.

System Overview

Important System Instructions

Key instructions for understanding the gate opener system.

Gate Operation and Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe and proper gate operation.

Installation Planning

Site Planning and Gate Preparation

Preparing the gate and site before operator installation.

Mounting Location and Power Source

Criteria for mounting and choosing a power source.

Operator Mounting Considerations

Details on gate operator mounting locations and brackets.

Tools Needed

Essential Installation Tools

List of tools required for installing the gate opener.

Included Parts

Kit Components Overview

List and description of parts included in the gate opener kit.

Pull-to-Open Installation

Operator Arm Installation

Steps for installing the gate operator arm.

Control Box and System Setup

Control box mounting, battery harness, controller prep, and DIP switches.

Gate Limit and Autoclose Programming

Setting OPEN/CLOSED limits and autoclose time for the gate.

Powering the System

Connecting AC transformer or solar panel for system power.

Push-to-Open Installation

Operator Arm Installation

Steps for installing the gate operator arm for push-to-open.

Control Box and System Setup

Control box mounting, battery harness, controller prep, and DIP switches.

Gate Limit and Autoclose Programming

Setting OPEN/CLOSED limits and autoclose time for the gate.

Powering the System

Connecting AC transformer or solar panel for system power.

Troubleshooting

Learning New Remotes

Procedure for adding a new remote transmitter.

Autoclose and Limit Settings

Troubleshooting autoclose and gate limit settings.

LED and Alarm Indicators

Understanding system status via LEDs and alarms.

Alarm Codes

Interpretation of various alarm codes for diagnostics.

Hardwired Accessories

General Connection Procedures

General information on connecting accessories to the control board.

Zombie Gate Lock Connection

Instructions for connecting the Zombie Gate Lock.

Connecting Input Devices

Wiring instructions for cycle, open, and reverse input devices.

Monitored Safety Devices (Photo Eyes)

Connecting and using monitored photo eye safety devices.

Manual Gate Operation

Procedure for Manual Gate Opening

Steps to manually open or close the gate.

Accessories

Remote Controls and Keypads

Description of remote transmitters and wireless keypads.

Powering Solutions

Details on solar panels and battery box kits.

Gate Hardware and Sensors

Information on mounting brackets, sensors, and pins.

Ghost Controls TSS1 Specifications

General

Type	Automatic Gate Opener
Operating Voltage	24VDC
Solar Compatible	Yes
Gate Type	Swing Gate
Power Source	AC/DC or Solar
Gate Weight	Up to 300 lbs
Motor Type	DC Motor
Gate Speed	Adjustable
Control Type	Remote Control
Control Options	Keypad
Safety Features	Obstruction Sensing, Auto-Close, Emergency Release