All automatic gate systems need routine maintenance to maximize the life of any electrical and mechanical equipment.
There are some differences in the maintenance between rolling and swinging gate systems. And there are also some common aspects of maintenance that apply to both types of systems.
Lubrication
The arms themselves need periodic lubrication., and the best way to do this is to get the arms to their extended position. Then use a sprayable white lithium grease or silicone-based lubricant and coat the movable part of the actuator arm very generously. Finally, cycle the arm or arms numerous times. Do this about once a month.
An example of a lubricant that SHOULD NOT BE USED if you own a linear actuator swing gate system is the regular blue and yellow can of WD-40. If you want to use a WD product, use the grey and yellow can, which is a silicone-based lubricant.
Batteries
You must change batteries about every three to four years on average.
Safety Devices
Test safety devices at least once every 3 months. For most people, this is only a photo beam. If the gate ever opens, but won’t close, check the photo beam right away. Wipe any water droplets off the lens and reflector. Then cycle the gate to see if it closes. Take notice if there is a red light on the beam itself. If so, adjust the beam until the red light turns to blue, or the amber light goes off and there is NO light.
Mechanical Operation of the Gate
Circuit Board
Lubrication
On a rolling or sliding gate system, you must lubricate
Batteries
Safety Devices
Test safety devices at least once every three months. For most people, this is only a photo beam.
Check the photo beam right away if the gate opens but won’t close.
Wipe any water droplets off the lens and reflector. Cycle the gate to see if it closes. Take notice if there is a red light on the beam itself. If so, adjust it until the red light turns blue, or the amber light goes off & there is NO light.
Mechanical Operation of the Gate
Circuit Board
Manufacturer Warranty
Access Gate Systems will honor all of the manufacturers’ parts replacement warranties.
Our Labor/Workmanship Warranty
Access Gate Systems has a standard one-year workmanship and parts replacement warranty.
What Does This Mean?
Access Gate Systems will have your back as much as anyone in the industry today. If you call us for warranty service, we will be there. We will also help over the phone for free if it’s a simple issue that we can walk you through.
After you make your initial call to us, we will schedule your work as soon as possible. We pride ourselves on always being there for our clients to respond to warranty service calls.
We are not in control of shipping times for replacement parts, some of which come from overseas. Response times may be extended due to Covid restrictions or shipping delays. We ask that you give us professional liberty since these circumstances are beyond our control.
Lastly, the ultimate resolution may likely take longer than that if additional troubleshooting is required. However, we will always be there for you to follow through and handle your warranty service issue to completion, no matter how long it takes.
You can trust Access Gate Systems to handle all of your gate automation and access control needs. Please contact us to have a look at your project. We will give you a competitive price, always using top quality equipment that will stand the test of time with service after the sale.
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