Gemini 7 12V DC Slider Manual 2018
Gemini 7 12V DC Slider Manual 2018
Gemini 7 12V DC Slider Manual 2018
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 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
Reversing the electrical motor direction 15
Setting the townhouse function 15
Infra-red beam follower 16
Obstruction sensitivity adjustment 16
Setting the auto close dip switches 17
OPERATING PROCEDURES 18
Initial testing procedures after installation 18
Daily operation 18,19
Buzzer / LED Status 20
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 21
Problems during the installation / operational phase 21-24
MAINTENANCE 25
Replacing the remote control battery 25
Replacing the pulse sensor 25-26
STANDARD GUARANTEE 27
WARRANTEE / REGISTRATION CARD 28
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INTRODUCTION
The GEMINI system is rigidly built for reliability, but with safety a first 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, buzzer (optional), soft
start and normal push button operation. The features are updated from time to
time.
A battery (ies) is used as the power source for the electrical 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
B
A
To fill your GEMINI gate motor with oil, remove screws marked
A and B.
Replace the screws in position A and B, your GEMINI is now ready for
operation
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PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Motor: DC
Applications:
For 15 kg pull force or less use 7Ah
For 12 kg pull force or less use 12Ah
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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 handle and move gate manually.
Beware that the gate can move freely in any direction.
TO RE-ENGAGE
– close handle and move gate by hand until 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 properly.
To determine the mounting position of your GEMINI, fully close the gate and place the
unit (with 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 located 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. Clearly
mark the position of the base plate. Remove the complete unit and prepare a
foundation for 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 correct mounting of the unit. The base
plate can also be mounted in position by means of 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 exactly 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
by means of 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 (Steel or nylon), ensure that the unit (pinion) is
correctly aligned with the rack. Final adjustments can be made by sliding the
unit in 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 overriding 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 switch
must be incorporated into the electrical circuit, normally within 1 meter
from the unit.
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OTHER CONNECTIONS
Battery Make sure the red wire is on + and the black wire
on –
Auto close loop When the loop is removed the auto close function
is disabled.
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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 and receiver 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.
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MOTOR DIRECTION
Refer to the electrical diagram (figure 6). The electrical motor direction default
is set by positioning the gate direction dipswitch on the electronic control card
either to the left or right.
TOWNHOUSE FUNCTION
The townhouse function allows the gate to open completely without accepting
any commands from any source other than obstruction sensing.
Refer to the electrical diagram (figure 6). The townhouse function is set by
positioning the townhouse dipswitch on the electronic control card either to the
ON or OFF position.
Figure 6
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INFRA-RED BEAM FOLLOWER
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.
Figure 7
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 adjusted by adjusting the sensitivity potentiometer on
the electronic control card (See figure 7). If adjustment is required, insert a
small flat tip instrument type screwdriver into the potentiometer adjustment slot
and adjust as follows:
Test impact sensitivity by bumping the gate by hand in the opposite direction
of movement, re-adjust until the ideal impact sensitivity is achieved.
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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
Figure 8
The dipswitches are marked No. 1 to 4 (See figure 8) Refer to table on page
17.
Choose a time delay to suit your personal requirements, i.e. 50 seconds; dip
switch settings must be 1010.
Move the no.1 dipswitch to the ON position, the second switch 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 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 manual override lever and move the gate to the
halfway position. Re-engage the override lever. Ensure that the
gearbox has re-engaged by moving the gate until a clicking
sound is heard.
2. Press the remote control button. The gate must move to the closed
position at slow speed and stop. If necessary, adjust the stopper
position on the rack.
NOTE: If the gate moves to the open position on the first activation, the
electrical motor direction is incorrectly set and must be reversed. Refer
to “Reversing the Electrical Motor Direction” on page 15 for the correct
procedure.
3. The gate will remain in the closed position until activated. Gate will
then move to the open position at slow speed and stop. If the stopper
has been moved, disconnect the power (battery and charger). The
motor will re-learn the stopper locations.
4. Perform an obstruction-sensing test. If necessary, refer to
“Obstruction Sensitivity Adjustment” on page 16 and adjust the
obstruction sensitivity.
5. Test the operation of the gate from inside the house by using the push
button
DAILY OPERATION
1. The gate can now be operated by either the remote control or the
push button inside the house.
2. If either the remote control or the push button is pressed while the
gate is in motion, the gate will react as follows:
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OPERATING PROCEDURES (CONTINUED)
3. If the gate senses an obstruction while closing, the gate will stop and
move to the open position. If 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 malfunction, the battery flat or any other
reason to disengage the gate from the motor, use the supplied key to
unlock the release handle and move to the disengage 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 release handle 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 9
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TROUBLE SHOOTING 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
motor operates, the
wiring is faulty and
must be repaired
Motor activates with the
b. Push button faulty b. Disconnect push
remote control but not
button wiring at the
with the push button
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 gatepost
b. 16 A fuse is blown
b. Replace fuse
A power surge has caused
Motor makes a a problem on 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,
Buzzer sounds (if Motor has adjust stoppers
fitted) after gate has forced the
closed gate against
(approximately one the gate post
beep every 5 or 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 fuse of
- Electronic control 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 fuse of
succession
blown the correct value
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MAINTENANCE
The GEMINI sliding gate opener system is a maintenance free unit and needs
very little attention other than checking the gate track for obstructions
(excessive dirt, sand, stones, etc.)
On a 6-monthly basis, it is advisable to remove the protection lid and blow off
all accumulated dust and dirt from the unit with low pressure compressed air.
1. Using a small flat screwdriver, remove the rear cover from the remote
control unit.
3. Check that the holder and contact points are clean (signs of corrosion,
etc.).
4. Fit a new battery, noting the position of the (+) and (-) end of the
battery. The (-) end of the battery faces towards the spring
connection.
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REPLACING THE PULSE SENSOR
Figure 10a
Disconnect the 3-way connector and connect the replacement pulse sensor to the
harness and channel through its clip. (Figure 10b)
Figure 10b
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STANDARD GUARANTEE
This warranty applies only to products purchased new from DMI Engineering or its
authorised dealers. This warranty does not apply to products which 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
authorised dealers.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or condition,
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 authorised parts and/or accessories. Any damage or malfunction caused
by the use of unauthorised 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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