Gemini 12V DC Slider - Manual
Gemini 12V DC Slider - Manual
Gemini 12V DC Slider - Manual
INTRODUCTION 2
Lubrication 3
Physical dimensions 4
Technical specifications 5
STANDARD INSTALLATION KIT 6
WARNINGS 7
INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT 8
Initial preparations and mounting of the base plate 8
Mounting the rack 9-10
Connecting the 220V AC electrical supply 11
Other connections 12
Circuit board layout 13
Programming remote controls 14
SYSTEMS SETTINGS 14
Changing the electrical motor direction 14
Townhouse function 15
Infra-red beam follower 15
Obstruction sensitivity adjustment 16
Setting the auto close dip switches 17
OPERATING PROCEDURES 18
Initial testing procedures after installation 18
Daily operation 19
Buzzer / LED Status 20
Replacing the pulse sensor 21
Replacing the remote-control battery 22
MAINTENANCE 22
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 23-26
Problems during the installation / operational phase 23-26
STANDARD GUARANTEE 27
WARRANTY / REGISTRATION CARD 28
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INTRODUCTION
The GEMINI system is rigidly built for reliability but with safety as a priority.
The electronic control card makes provision for several unique features, such
as remote-controlled gate opening, pedestrian opening facility, obstruction
(“impact” ) sensing, adjustable “auto close” facility, infra-red obstruction
sensing facility, townhouse function, beam follower, a buzzer (optional), soft
start and normal push-button operation. These features are updated from time
to time.
A battery (ies) is used as the power source for the electric motor. A 220V
trickle charger maintains the battery in a fully charged state. The 220V current
for the power supply is derived from a normal 220V mains supply.
Contact us:
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LUBRICATION
VERY IMPORTANT
BA
To fill your GEMINI gate motor with oil, remove the bolt and pour the oil
into the hole by gently squeezing the bottle as shown below.
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PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Motor: DC Brushed
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STANDARD INSTALLATION KIT
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WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
MAKE SURE THAT THE GATE YOU FIT THIS UNIT TO WILL
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES OVERRUN ITS TRACK. EVEN BY
BRUTE FORCE!
INSTRUCTION
TO RELEASE
– Open the red lever and operate the gate manually.
Beware that the gate can move freely in any direction.
TO RE-ENGAGE
– Close the red lever and move the gate by hand until the gearbox engages
Also, see p.18.
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INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT
Before installing the motor, check that the gate is in good mechanical
condition, correctly balanced, and opens and closes with ease.
To determine the mounting position of your GEMINI, fully close the gate and place the
unit (with the base plate attached) in position so that the pinion gear is approximately
15mm away from the gate. Ideally, locate the base plate against the existing gate track
(the base plate is to be welded to this track at a later stage).
NOTE: The securing holes in the base box are slotted; ensure that the
base plate bolts are in the centre of these holes and that the base
box and base plate are parallel.
Ensure that the centreline of the gate is parallel with the centreline of the pinion. This
will ensure that the centreline of the rack will run on the centreline of the pinion. Mark
the position of the base plate. Remove the complete unit and prepare a foundation for
the base plate. Consult your local Builders Supply Store for the necessary information
on concrete strengths, mix ratios, and hardening times.
Remove the base plate from the unit. Place and stitch weld the base plate to the
existing track.
Cast concrete into the previously prepared foundation. Ensure that the exact position
(previously marked) is maintained to ensure the correct mounting of the unit. The base
plate can also be mounted in position using fasteners onto an existing concrete
foundation.
Mount the GEMINI on the base plate and align as previously described. Also, ensure
that the height adjustment nuts are at the same level to ensure even distribution of
forces on the base box.
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MOUNTING STEEL RACK
Figure 1
Starting at one end of the gate, weld the rack in position by using the angle
iron brackets. The following critical points must be considered:
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MOUNTING NYLON RACK
Mount a mechanical stop at one end of the nylon rack as per Figure 2. Drill
and screw the nylon rack onto the gate, ensuring that there is approximately
2mm free play between the pinion and the nylon rack. Mark and drill each
corresponding mounting hole on the rack, ensuring that approximately 2mm
free play is maintained. Screw the rack to the gate. Bolt stoppers to the gate
using M6 x 90 bolts and nuts as per Figure 2. Alternatively, the stopper could
be welded onto the gate.
Figure 2
Once the rack is in position ensure that the unit (pinion gear) is correctly
aligned with the rack. Final adjustments can be made by sliding the unit into
the slotted holes to achieve the correct alignment. Tighten the mounting nuts.
The remaining stopper can now be attached to the rack in such a position that
it prevents the gate from overrunning the fully open or closed position.
This stopper system is Patent pending (2007/06773)
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CONNECTING THE 220V AC ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
Figure 3
CAUTION:
Under no circumstances must the main electrical supply be wired
directly from a power source. As a safety precaution, an ON/OFF isolator
switch must be incorporated into the electrical circuit, normally within 1
meter from the unit.
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OTHER CONNECTIONS
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CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT
Ensure that all the legal requirements for your local area are complied
with.
Figure 4
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PROGRAMMING A GEMINI CODE HOPPING
REMOTE CONTROL
Important: The transmitters supplied with this motor have already been
programmed. Only additional transmitters and receivers need to be
programmed.
Once the electrical supply is correctly connected, the additional transmitters can be
programmed.
If a non-GEMINI remote control is used, program the control as per the supplier’s
instruction.
LEARN Button
To learn the transmitters (Maximum of 30):
1. Press and hold the transmitter (remote) button.
2. Press and release the learn button on the PCB. (See page 13 Figure 4)
3. The receiver LED on the PCB will flash twice.
4. Release the transmitter button after the led flashes twice.
5. Repeat steps 1-3 for additional transmitters.
MOTOR DIRECTION
CHANGING THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR DIRECTION
Refer to the electrical diagram in Figure 5. The electrical motor direction is set
by positioning the gate’s dipswitch on the electronic control card either to the
left or right.
When standing inside the premises facing the road, if the gate motor is on the
left-hand side, the motor direction should be set to “LEFT/OFF” If the gate
motor is situated on the right-hand side the motor direction should be set to
the “RIGHT/ON”.
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TOWNHOUSE FUNCTION
The townhouse function allows the gate to open 1 complete full cycle without
accepting any commands from any source other than obstruction sensing and
IR-Beams. This includes the time delay as well when closing if the auto-close
is switched on. This function is ideal where there is a lot of traffic as it would
not respond to any trigger while the gate is opening/closing.
Figure 5
This function operates only when the gate is opening. It allows the gate to stop
when the beam is interrupted. The gate will remain in this position until the
obstruction has been removed from the path of the beam and will then close
behind the person or vehicle.
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OBSTRUCTION SENSITIVITY ADJUSTMENT
Figure 6
Obstruction sensing should be set so that the gate will stop and reverse on
impact while closing. The obstruction sensitivity is set at the factory, but it will
be necessary to adjust the sensitivity to suit your gate’s requirement.
Obstruction sensitivity is set by adjusting the sensitivity potentiometer on the
electronic control card (See figure 7). If adjustment is required, insert a small
flat tip screwdriver into the potentiometer adjustment slot and adjust as
follows:
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SETTING THE AUTO CLOSE DIPSWITCHES
After your GEMINI unit has been installed and you wish to alter the time delay
for the auto-close facility, proceed as follows:
0 = Off
1 = On
n
Auto-Close Settings
SWITCH NO. & TIME DELAY
POSITIONS (in seconds)
0000 Off
1110 2
1000 10
0100 20
1100 30
0010 40
1010 50
0110 60
Figure 7
The dipswitches are marked 1 to 4 as in Figure 7. Refer to the Table above for
possible combinations.
Choose a time delay to suit your requirements, (i.e., 50 seconds; dip switch
settings must be 1010.
Example:
Move the first dip switch to the ON position, the second switch to the OFF
position, the third switch to the ON position, and the fourth dip switch to the
OFF position. Your 50 second Auto Close time delay is now set.
Removing the Auto Close Loop on the connector block of the electronic
control card will disable the auto-close function even if a time delay is set.
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. Disengage the red manual release lever and open the gate halfway.
Re-engage the release lever and ensure that the gearbox has
engaged by pulling on the gate by hand until it locks.
2. Press the test button located on the PC Board or the remote-control
button. The gate should now close slowly and stop when it reaches
the learning stopper on the rack. If necessary, adjust the position of
the stopper on the rack to ensure that the gate closes fully against the
stop.
NOTE:
If the gate moves to the open position on the first activation, the
electrical motor direction is set incorrectly and should be set to the
opposite direction.
Refer to page 14 for the correct procedure on “Setting the Electrical
Motor Direction”
3. The gate will remain closed until activated. Upon the second
activation, the gate will slowly move to the open position until it
reaches its learning stopper upon being fully opened. If a stopper has
been moved, disconnect one battery terminal and the main power
source and repeat all test procedure steps to relearn the position of
the stopper.
4. Perform an obstruction-sensing test. If necessary, refer to
“Obstruction Sensitivity Adjustment” on Page 16 and adjust the
obstruction sensitivity to ensure the safe operation of the gate.
5. The correct operation of the gate can now be verified.
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DAILY OPERATION
1. The gate can be operated by either the remote control or the push
button inside the house. (If installed)
2. If either the remote control or the push button is pressed while the
gate is in motion, the gate will react as follows:
3. If the gate senses an obstruction while closing, the gate will stop and
move to the open position. If the auto-close is selected, the gate will
wait its allotted time and then close. If the gate senses an obstruction
three times while trying to close, the gate will move ±200mm away
from the obstruction position and remain there while waiting for the
next command.
4. If the gate senses an obstruction while opening, the gate will stop and
wait for the next command. If the “Auto Close” function is selected,
the gate will close after the pre-set time.
5. In the unlikely event of a malfunction, a depleted battery, or any other
reason to disengage the gate from the motor, use the supplied key to
unlock the red release lever and move to the disengaged position.
The gate can now be operated manually.
6. When re-engaging the gate for remote operation, move and position
the gate halfway in its travel. Close the red release lever and move
the gate slowly by hand until a clicking sound is heard. The gearbox
is now engaged and ready for use. Never engage or disengage
the motor while the gate is in motion.
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STATUS LED/BUZZER
Figure 8
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REPLACING THE PULSE SENSOR
Figure 9a
Disconnect the 3-way connector and connect the replacement pulse sensor to the
harness and channel through its clip. (Figure 9b)
Figure 9b
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MAINTENANCE
A crucial part of keeping your automated gate up and running is ensuring that
it is well maintained. There are a few important factors concerning the
maintenance of your gate to keep its condition up to standard.
•
The wheels should be fitted properly to the gate and should move
freely on the rail from start to end without seizing.
• The metal rack should be properly secured to the gate with a 2mm
space between the rack and the pinion gear of the motor so that it
does not press down on the motor at any time of its travel.
• The gate rail should also be taken into consideration when looking at
the maintenance of the gate.
1. Always keep the rail clean and clear of any debris on or near
its path.
2. Ensure that there is a furrow to channel water so that it does
not build up around the gate.
3. Confirm that there are no bends in the rail where the wheels
may become jammed or resist movement.
4. Avoid any difference in height from start to end.
• Ensure that your mechanical stops are in place to prevent the gate
from moving past the guide wheels and falling over.
• The stoppers that come with the gate motor kit are very important and
may not be ignored when the motor is installed.
• Use roller guides on the gate to improve its mobility and keep the gate
steady while it is being operated.
• Avoid ingress of insects, water, mud, and sand into the machine as
they can damage the motor and cause unnecessary expenses in the
future.
• Remember not to grease any part of the gate as it will attract dirt and
turn into grinding paste making a minor problem much worse.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should a problem occur, consult the following table first before calling your local
GEMINI agent.
WARNING:
DURING SOME OF THE FOLLOWING CHECKS / TESTS, IT WILL BE
NECESSARY TO WORK ON THE UNIT WHILE THE ELECTRICAL
POWER IS SWITCHED ON (LIVE), THEREFORE UTMOST CARE
MUST BE TAKEN TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCKS.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY AND/OR TEST
a. Faulty wiring to the a. Disconnect the push
push button button wiring from
the GEMINI gate
motor and bridge the
COMMON and TRIG
connections at the
connector block. If
the motor operates,
the wiring is faulty
and must be
repaired.
The motor activates with
b. Push-button to faulty
the remote control but not
b. Disconnect push
with the push button
button wiring at the
push button.
Momentarily bridge
the wires at the push
button. If the motor
operates, the push
button is faulty and
must be repaired or
replaced
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
REMEDY AND/OR
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
TEST
a. Motor has forced the gate a. Disengage the
against the gatepost and manual override
cannot release by itself. and move away
from the gatepost.
b. 16 A fuse is blown.
b. Replace fuse.
A power surge has caused
The motor makes a a problem with the Switch the main
“clicking” sound but electronic control card electrical power
does not switch ON switch OFF.
Disconnect the
battery and wait 10
seconds, then
switch the power
ON again and
reconnect the
battery
a. Wheel track is dirty. a. Clean wheel track
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY AND/OR TEST
a. Gate is not a. Check and if
fully closed. necessary,
The motor adjust stoppers
Buzzer sounds (if
has forced
fitted) after the gate
the gate
has closed
against the
(approximately one
gate post or
beep every 5
an
seconds)
obstruction
on the wheel
track
a. Main power supply a. Check the following:
defective
- Switch ON the main
- Is the main power power supply
Buzzer sounds (if
switched ON? - Check and rectify as
fitted) double beeps
- 220V mains necessary.
in succession
incorrectly
connected. - Replace with a fuse
- Electronic control of the correct value
card fuse blown
a. Battery voltage low a. Check the following:
- Is the main power - Switch ON the main
Buzzer sounds (if
switched ON? power supply
fitted) triple beeps in
- Power supply fuse - Replace with a fuse
succession
blown. of the correct value
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STANDARD GUARANTEE
This warranty applies only to products purchased new from DMI Engineering or its
authorized dealers. This warranty does not apply to products that have been
subjected to lightning, flood damage, or any other freak occurrence of nature,
abused, modified, or repaired by someone other than DMI Engineering or its
authorized dealers.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or conditions,
written or verbal, expressed or implied all of which are hereby disclaimed. There
shall be no liability, for incidental, consequential, or special damages, or any other
damages, costs, or expenses, excepting only the cost or expense of the
replacement or repair.
Use only authorized parts and/or accessories. Any damage or malfunction caused
by the use of unauthorized parts is not covered by the warranty.
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM
Name of user………………………………………………………
Date………………………………
Date of installation……………………………………………...…….……………
Serial No of Unit……………………………………………………………………
Are you satisfied with the service provided by your dealer/installer: YES / NO
Comments:……………………………………………………….…………………
……………………..…………………………………………………………………
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