Securitron GL1 Install - Manual (Page 10)

PN# 500-22100
Page 10 Rev. F, 04/11
To calculate the wire resistance, you need to know the distance from the power supply to the
lock and the gauge (thickness) of the wire. The following chart shows wire resistance for solid
copper wire per 1000 ft (305 meters):
Wire Gauge Resistance/1,000 ft Wire Gauge Resistance/1,000 ft
8 Gauge .6 Ohms 16 Gauge 4.1 Ohms
10 Gauge 1.0 Ohms 18 Gauge 6.4 Ohms
12 Gauge 1.6 Ohms 20 Gauge 10.1 Ohms
14 Gauge 2.5 Ohms 22 Gauge 16.1 Ohms
8. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: The lock does not latch.
 Check lock-to-strike engagement distance…Strike may be mounted too far away from the
lock (see page 2).
 Check wire routing…Ensure wiring does not impede the function of the lock mechanism
manual override/actuator lever, or behind lock catch (see page 4)
 For fail safe models – Ensure that there is power supplied to the unit and that the lock is
wired correctly (see page 9).
PROBLEM: The lock output does not report secure condition.
 Check wiring…Ensure wires are connected to the appropriate terminals (see Wiring diagram
page 9).
 Check status of lock/strike…Verify that lock and strike are physically latched.
PROBLEM: The lock does not release.
 Check for excessive pre-load to lock…The Gate Lock latching mechanism is not designed to
release under pre-loads in excess of 100 lbs.
 Check incoming voltage at the lock…
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For fail locked models electrical power is required to energize and release the lock - Verify
that there is power to the lock and that the voltage being delivered is within the operating
specifications (see page 9).
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For fail safe models electrical power is removed to de-energize and release the locking
mechanism – Verify that the power to the lock has been terminated (see page 9).
 Check wire routing…Ensure wiring does not impede the function of the lock mechanism
manual override/actuator lever (see page 4).
PROBLEM: Cover does not fit on the lock.
 Check welding…If the lock chassis was welded to the mounting surface; verify that there are
no welds that extend beyond the edge of the chassis back plate (see page 2).
 Check wire routing…Ensure that the placement of the wires is not inhibiting the proper fit of
the cover to the lock chassis.
PROBLEM: Manual override does not work.
 Check cover…Make sure that the lock cover is fully seated and securely fastened in place.
 Check cam lock installation…Verify that the cam lock is correctly installed and functions
properly – review installation instructions and check rotation direction (see page 3).
 Check wire routing…Ensure that the placement of the wires does not impede the rotation of
the cam or movement of the latching mechanism (see page 4).
IF YOUR PROBLEM PERSISTS
CALL SECURITRON TOLL FREE
1-800-MAG-LOCK
9. MAGNACARE  LIFETIME REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
For warranty information visit: www.securitron.com/en/site/securitron/About/MagnaCare-Warranty/