Alvarado MST-3 User manual

Installation and Operation Instructions
Alvarado Manufacturing Company, Inc.
12660 Colony Street, Chino, CA 91710
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.alvaradomfg.com
FULL HEIGHT MAXIMUM SECURITY TURNSTILE
PUD1208R6-2

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Contents
Contents. ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions. ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Icons..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Compliance and Standards. ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Installation Tools. ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Parts List.......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Before You Begin............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Common Terms. .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation Instructions.................................................................................................................................................... 7
Installation Locations. ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Bottom Bearing Plate Installation.............................................................................................................................. 8
Yoke Installation ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
OV Installation ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Roto Installation............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Top Channel Installation. ................................................................................................................................................11
Guard Plate Installation. ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Bearing Cover Installation. ............................................................................................................................................ 14
Top Bearing Cover Installation . .............................................................................................................................. 14
Bottom Bearing Cover Installation . ........................................................................................................................ 14
Final Mechanical Installation Steps. .............................................................................................................................. 15
Key Override Operation................................................................................................................................................. 15
Conduit Instructions....................................................................................................................................................... 16
Electrical Wiring Instructions. ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Turnstile Control Board Layout. .............................................................................................................................. 18
Terminal Descriptions.............................................................................................................................................. 19
SW4 DIP Switch Descriptions................................................................................................................................. 21
User Activation and Passage Instructions. .................................................................................................................... 22
Post-Installation Checklist. ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................................. 24
Cleaning and Maintenance............................................................................................................................................ 29
Lubrication..................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Appendix A - CPST Installation...................................................................................................................................... 33
Yoke Installation. ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Appendix B - CLST Installation...................................................................................................................................... 36
Appendix C - FMST Installation..................................................................................................................................... 37
Appendix D - MST47 Installation................................................................................................................................... 38
Appendix E - Fail-lock / Fail-safe Spring and Solenoid Congurations . ....................................................................... 39
Clockwise................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Fail-safe. ................................................................................................................................................................. 39
Fail-lock................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Counterclockwise.................................................................................................................................................... 40
Fail-safe. ................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Fail-lock................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Appendix E - Fail-lock / Fail-safe Spring and Solenoid Congurations (Cont). ............................................................. 41
Clockwise................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Fail-safe. ................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Fail-lock................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Clockwise................................................................................................................................................................ 42
Fail-safe. ................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Fail-lock................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Appendix F - Key Override Adjustable Cam Installation................................................................................................ 43
Clockwise................................................................................................................................................................ 43
Counterclockwise.................................................................................................................................................... 44
Revision History............................................................................................................................................................. 45

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The following symbols are used throughout the manual to highlight
important information and potential risks when installing, servicing or using
the turnstiles covered in this manual.
WARNING This symbol is used in this manual to warn installers
and operators of potential harm. Please read these
instructions very carefully.
CAUTION This symbol is used in this manual to designate
potential conditions that may pose a risk to
pedestrians, personnel, property and equipment.
Please read these instructions very carefully.
NOTE This symbol is used in this manual to designate
useful information for the installer and operator.
Please read these instructions.
Safety Icons
A minimum of two people is required
to complete the installation of this
product.
For questions, please contact Alvarado at [phone], Monday – Friday 7:00am to 4:30 PST.
Please read this manual completely before installing or operating the product.
Safety Precautions
The Full Height Security Turnstile may present a risk to persons and property if it is not installed and/or operated
correctly. This manual must be read in its entirety and all safety and operations information must be folloed. Note
the following precautions:
• Use only skilled individuals to install and service the turnstile.
• DO NOT operate the turnstile if it has been damaged in any manner. If damaged, have the unit repaired or
adjusted by a skilled service person before use.
• DO NOT modify or alter the turnstile.
• Have skilled individuals maintain the turnstile according to a proper maintenance schedule.
• In access control applications, train all personnel that will be using the turnstile in the proper method of
operation. In addition, properly train new users as they are added to the system.
• DO NOT use non-Alvarado parts to repair a damaged turnstile.
• Closely follow the handling instructions for moving or lifting the turnstile during installation.
• Power o󰀨 the turnstile before connecting or disconnecting any communication or power wiring to the turnstile.
• The turnstile is not a toy. DO NOT allow children to play on or near the turnstile. DO NOT allow horseplay near
the turnstile.
• Utilisez uniquement des personnes qualiées pour installer et entretenir le tourniquet.
• NE PAS faire fonctionner le tourniquet s'il a été endommagé de quelque façon. S'il est endommagé, faire
réparer ou ajuster l'unité avant l'utilisation par un(e) préposé(e) à l'entretien qualié(e).
• NE PAS modier ou altérer le tourniquet.
• Le tourniquet doit être maintenu selon un calendrier d'entretien adéquat par des personnes qualiées.
• Dans les applications de contrôle d'accès, former tout le personnel qui utilisera le tourniquet selon la bonne
méthode de fonctionnement. De plus, bien former les nouveaux utilisateurs à leur intégration au système.
• NE PAS utiliser des pièces ne provenant pas du Alvarado pour réparer un tourniquet endommagé.
• Suivez strictement les instructions de manutention pour déplacer ou soulever le tourniquet lors de l'installation
• Éteignez le tourniquet avant de brancher ou de débrancher le câblage de communication ou le câblage
d'electricité.
• Le tourniquet n'est pas un jouet. Ne pas laisser les enfants jouer sur ou près du tourniquet. Ne pas se
chamailler près du tourniquet.
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Compliance and Standards
This page denes the product labels required for compliance with UL Electrical Testing Laboratory and International
CE standards.
International CE standards:
a. Label (2) the Fuse Specication.
F3.0A, 240V
b. Label (3) the Warning, Risk of Electric Shock.
DANGER
c. Label (4) the Caution, Risk of Danger.
DANGER
UL 294, UL 325 Testing Laboratory Standards:
a. Label (2) the Fuse Caution.
CAUTION: For continued protection,
against risk of re or shock, replace with
the same type and rating fuse.
b. Label (3) the Warning, Risk of Electric Shock.
WARNING: For continued protection,
against risk of re or shock, replace with
the same type and rating fuse.
c. UL 294, Access Control Levels:
Destructive Attack - Level 1
Line Security - Level 1
Endurance - Level 4
Standby Power - Level 1
The following tools may be required during the installation, dependent on the specic product installed. These tools are
not provided.
Pencil
Phillips Tip
Screwdriver
Tape
Measure
Drill
5/8” Concrete
Drill Bit
9/64" Drill
Bit
Installation Tools
O
N
Socket
Wrench
⅛” Allen
Wrench
9/16” Wrench
3/4" Wrench
Chalk Line Ladder
Level
9/16” Socket
3/4" Socket Grease
(see "Lubrication")
Flat Tip
Screwdriver
Wire
Strippers
Hammer
Drill
Clear RTV
Silicone
Torque
Wrench
This product is fully certied by a nationally recognized testing laboratory to UL 294,
UL 325, and CSA C22.2 NO.247-14. Unauthorized modication to this product in any way is
prohibited.
UL Certication

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This product is shipped with all required installation hardware and components. Make sure that none of these parts
are missing and/or damaged before beginning installation. If there are parts missing and/or damaged, please stop the
installation and contact Alvarado.
Yoke
(Qty 1)
MST Illustrated Parts List
Parts List
Roto
(Qty 1) OV (Qty 1)
Yoke Guard Plate
(Qty 1) Bottom Bearing
Plate (Qty 1) Bottom Bearing Cover (Qty 1)
Bottom Bearing
(Qty 1)
Top Channel
(Qty 1)
10-32 x ½" Allen Head
Screw (Qty 6)
½" x 1" Hex Head
Bolt (Qty 1)
½" x 1½" Hex Head
Bolt (Qty 2)
½" x 2¾" Hex
Bolt Head (Qty 2)
#10 x ¾" Phillips Pan Head
Screw (Qty 10)
½" Nut
(Qty 5)
⅜" x 2½" Anchor Bolt
(Qty 12) ⅜" Flat Washers
(Qty 12)
⅜" x 2.00" Concrete Anchors
(Qty 12)
Top Bearing
Cover (Qty 1)
⅜" x 4½" Anchor Bolt
(Qty 3) - Yoke Only
NOTE Alvarado full height turnstiles share common components across models. The parts list below is
for the MST-3 and MST-6X models only. Reference appendix A-D to see alternate components
used on other models.
½" Flat
Washer (Qty 1)
Concrete Anchor Package
NOTE For stainless steel installations, discard the 2½" zinc anchor bolts and ⅜" zinc at washers packaged
with the concrete anchors. Use the supplied 2½" stainless steel anchor bolts and ⅜" stainless steel
at washers.
½" Lock
Washer (Qty 5)

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Common Terms
Activation Activation (unlocking) of electric models is accomplished by providing a momentary
dry contact of .5 seconds to 2 seconds or greater to the appropriate location on the
turnstile control board. Activations are not bu󰀨ered. After an activation is received, the
turnstile will not accept another activation until the turnstile is rotated or the activation
has timed out (see Time-Out below).
Clockwise Rotation Turnstile arms rotate in a clockwise direction.
Counterclockwise
Rotation
Turnstile arms rotate in a counterclockwise direction.
Electric Lock
Control
Relevant to electric models only.
Electric units (“6X” models) provide electric lock control. The turnstile is unlocked
by providing an activation (unlock signal), in the form of a momentary dry contact of
.5 seconds to 2 seconds, to the appropriate location on the turnstile control board.
Separate controls are provided for each direction of rotation.
Fail-Lock Relevant to electric models only.
Upon loss of power, the rotating section (roto) cannot be rotated in the fail-lock
direction(s).
Fail-Safe Relevant to electric models only.
Upon loss of power, the roto freely rotates in the fail-safe direction(s).
Key Override All full height turnstiles, whether manual or electric, come with key locks, located on
the underside of the top channel, to allow key override control of the roto. Separate
key overrides are provided for each rotation direction.
For manual units (“3” models), the key override control allows each rotation direction
to be either locked (no passage) or unlocked (free passage).
For electric units ("6X” models), key override control allows each rotation direction to
be locked, in which case the turnstile can be unlocked by an activation. Alternatively,
key override control allows each direction of rotation to be unlocked, in which case the
turnstile will freely rotate in the unlocked direction(s).
Manual Control Manual control of the turnstile is available through use of the key override control
function (see above).
Self-Centering The turnstile arms automatically return to home position once rotation has been
completed.
Time-Out When the turnstile receives an activation (unlock signal), the user is allowed a set
time to pass through the turnstile before it automatically re-locks. The factory default
time-out setting is 20 seconds. The turnstile control board allows the user to decrease
this time setting to 5, 10 or 15 seconds.
Before You Begin
This manual focuses on the installation of Alvarado full height turnstiles, using the MST and MSTX as the basis of
instruction. Most steps are identical across models. Di󰀨erences in components or installation process are called out, as
applicable. These instructions are applicable for the installation of the following models:
MST-3 CLST-3 CPST-6X FMST-3 MST47-3
MST-6X CLST-6X FMST-6X MST47-6X

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Turnstile
Center
Installation Instructions
NOTE
Install the turnstile on a 6' x 6' (min.) level concrete slab. The slab must
be a minimum of 4" thickness. The turnstile may only be installed on
concrete. Do not install the turnstile on asphalt.
DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE FOR MST-3 and MST-6X MODELS. SEE
APPENDIX A-D FOR OTHER MODELS.
NOTE
The turnstile is rated for both indoor and outdoor use.
Installation Locations
1. Determine where the turnstile will be installed.
Consider the overall footprint size of the unit when
determining the installation location (Figure 1).
Once the installation location has been determined,
use a chalk line to mark the centerline of the
turnstile.
NOTES
Default entry rotation is counterclockwise.
Conrm correct entry direction prior to
installation.
Alvarado recommends that the minimum
installation width required be 64".
62.00"
(1575mm)
54.00"
(1372mm)
2. Determine and mark the centerline location for the
OV, Roto, and Yoke (Figure 2).
NOTE
The overall height of the MST is 91.5". However, an
additional 3" of clearance must be added for service
and maintenance.
If desired, installers can stub up the power conduit at
the intersection of the turnstile centerline and the OV
centerline. Power may also be routed directly into the
top channel (Figure 26).
Mark all center lines prior to installation.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Roto Centerline
29.63"
(752mm)
30.0"
(762mm)
C
L
C
L
O
N
Yoke Centerline
Entry Side
(Unsecured)
Exit Side
(Secured)
31.5"
(800mm)
30.5"
(775mm)
OV Centerline
30.0"
(762mm) 29.63"
(752mm)

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⅜" Flat
Washer
⅜" x 2½"
Anchor Bolt
Bottom Bearing Plate Installation
Fig. 3
1. Place the bottom bearing plate over the turnstile
and roto intersecting lines.
2. Mark the center location of all four anchor holes for
the bottom bearing plate (Figure 3). Set aside the
bottom bearing plate.
3. Using a ⅝" concrete drill bit, drill four anchor holes,
3" in depth, at the center of each marked location
(Figure 3).
NOTE
The anchor hole(s) must be clean before installing
the anchor bolt(s). If the hole(s) are not clear of
debris, the anchor bolt(s) may not tighten correctly.
4. Insert one anchor into each drilled hole (Figure 4).
The threaded end of the anchor must be inserted
into the hole rst. Use a hammer to tap the anchor
into place, if needed. Ensure that the anchors are
ush with the concrete oor.
5. Place the bottom bearing plate back over the
anchor holes and anchor it with four (4) ⅜" x 2½"
anchor bolts and at washers (Figure 5).
6. Use a socket wrench and 9/16" socket to tighten
the anchor bolts (Figure 6).
7. Conrm that the bottom bearing plate is level. Shim
as needed.
8. Apply a thick bead of clear RTV silicone around the
bottom bearing plate (Figure 6).
NOTE
Clear RTV silicone is a low volatile formula and has
an application temperature range from -70°F up
to 400°F.
Pencil
Bottom Bearing
Plate
⅝” Concrete Drill Bit
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
⅜" Concrete
Anchor
Threaded
Side Down
Bottom Bearing
Plate
Fig. 6
9/16" Socket and
Socket Wrench
Clear Silicone

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Yoke Installation
NOTES
Do not use a single yoke as a template when multiple turnstiles
are installed, as yoke dimensions may vary slightly from yoke to
yoke.
NOTE STEPS AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN
ARE FOR MST MODELS. SEE APPENDIX
A-D FOR OTHER MODELS.
1. Reconrm the centerline location for the yoke (Figure 7).
2. Using a ⅝" concrete drill bit, drill an anchor hole 3" in
depth.
NOTE
The anchor hole(s) must be clean before installing the
anchor bolt(s). If the hole(s) are not clear of debris, the
anchor bolt(s) may not tighten correctly.
3. Insert one anchor into the drilled hole (Figure 8A). The
threaded end of the anchor must be inserted into the hole
rst. Use a hammer to tap the anchor into place, if needed.
Ensure that the anchor is ush with the concrete oor.
4. Place the Yoke back over the anchor hole and anchor it with
one ⅜" x 4 ½" anchor bolt and at washer .
NOTE
Prior to drilling the remaining anchor holes, use a tape
measure and measure the distance from the bottom bearing
plate center to the remaining mounting holes on the yoke
(Figure 7). Adjust the yoke until these two distances are
identical. Mark these two locations.
5. Rotate the yoke to the left. Using a ⅝" concrete drill bit, drill
two anchor holes 3" in depth at the center of each marked
location.
6. Insert two anchors into the drilled holes (Figure 8A). The
threaded end of the anchors must be inserted into the holes
rst. Use a hammer to tap the anchors into place, if needed.
Ensure that the anchors are ush with the concrete oor.
7. Rotate the yoke back over the anchor holes and anchor it
with two ⅜" x 4½" anchor bolt and at washer (Figure 9).
8. Once the yoke has been anchored, use a socket wrench
and 9/16" socket to tighten the anchor bolts (Figure 10).
9. Conrm the yoke is level and plumb. Shim as needed.
Fig. 7
Yoke Center
Bottom Bearing
Plate Center
29.63"
(752mm)
Fig. 8
8A
Fig. 9
⅜" Flat Washer
⅜" x 4½"
Anchor Bolt
Fig. 10
9/16" Socket and
Socket Wrench
C
L

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OV
⅜" Flat
Washer
⅜" x 2½"
Anchor Bolt
OV Installation
NOTE STEPS AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN
ARE FOR MST MODELS. SEE APPENDIX
A-D FOR OTHER MODELS.
1. Reconrm the centerline location for the OV (Figure 11).
2. While holding the OV in place, use a pencil and mark the
center of all four anchoring holes in the base of the OV
(Figure 12).
3. Using a ⅝" concrete drill bit, drill four anchor holes, 3" in
depth, at the center of each marked location in Step 2.
NOTES
The anchor hole(s) must be clean before installing the
anchor bolt(s). If the hole(s) are not clear of debris, the
anchor bolt(s) may not tighten correctly.
If desired, conduit stub may be marked and installed at this
time. Refer to the "Electrical Wiring" section.
4. Insert anchors into the drilled holes. The threaded end of the
anchor must be inserted into the hole rst. Use a hammer to
tap the anchor into place, if needed. Ensure that the anchors
are ush with the concrete oor.
5. Place the OV back over the anchor holes and anchor it with
four ⅜" x 2½" anchor bolts and at washers (Figure 13).
6. Once the OV has been anchored,
use a socket wrench and 9/16"
socket to tighten the anchor bolts
(Figure 14).
7. Conrm OV is level and plumb.
Shim as needed.
Fig. 11
30.0"
(762mm)
Bottom Bearing
Plate Center
OV Center
Pencil
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
NOTE
Prior to installing, liberally apply a coating of grease to the shaft, top of the bearing, sides of the bottom
bearing plate and inside the bottom bearing plate (layer ¼" to ½" in thickness). Applying grease as
indicated will help protect against moisture and foreign matter penetrating the bearing area.
1. Attach the bottom bearing, collar facing up, to the
lower end of the roto (Figure 15) by sliding the
bottom bearing onto the mounting shaft
(Figure 15A).
Fig. 15
Roto Installation
Roto Section
Bottom
Bearing
16
9" Socket and
Socket Wrench
C
L
15A
Bottom
Bearing
Roto
Mounting
Shaft
Collar
Grease

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Fig. 16
Bottom
Bearing
Bottom
Bearing Plate
Fig. 17
Yoke
Roto
OV
C
L
Roto Installation (Cont)
2. Apply grease, as instructed in the roto Installation note on the previous page. Lower the roto, bottom bearing
rst, into the bottom bearing plate (Figure 16). Wipe away any excess grease.
3. When complete, refer to Figure 17 for correct orientation.
Top Channel Installation
A minimum of two people is required to
complete the installation of top channel.
1. Remove the cover from the top channel using a
⅛" Allen wrench (Figure 18).
2. Determine orientation before installing the top
channel.
NOTE
The end of the top channel with the power outlet
attached to it must be mounted over the yoke.
The end of the top channel with the large hole in
the center and two smaller holes on either side
must be mounted over the OV.
Fig. 18
⅛" Allen
Wrench
Allen Head Screw
Top Channel
Grease

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Top Channel Installation (Cont)
3. With the help of two assistants, lift the top channel
up and over roto, yoke and OV (Figure 19).
DANGER
Be sure that the feeder wire and/or any access
control pad wiring is out of the way and is not
caught between the top channel and the yoke,
roto or OV, as this may damage the wires.
4. Align the top channel spline shaft with the roto
cavity and carefully lower the top channel spline
shaft into the roto cavity (Figure 20).
NOTE
Apply grease to the end of the spline shaft before
inserting.
5. Once the top channel is seated rmly in place, use
an Allen wrench to tighten the set screw
(Figure 20).
6. Conrm roto is level and plumb.
Fig. 20
Top of Roto
Set Screw
Wide Spline in
Gear Pattern
Wide Gap in
Gear Pattern
Spline Shaft
Roto Cavity
Fig. 19
Top Channel

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Top Channel Installation (Cont)
Fig. 21
½" x 1½" Hex
Head Bolt
½" x 1½" Hex
Head Bolt
½" Nut and
Lock Washer
½" Nut and
Lock Washer
7. The top channel mounting holes are located at each end of the top channel (Figure 21).
A. Yoke Side - Insert two ½" x 2¾" hex head bolts, from the underside of the top channel, up through the
mounting holes and secure with two ½" lock washers and two ½" nuts (Figure 21A).
B. OV Side - Insert two ½" x 1½" hex head bolts, from the underside of the top channel, up through the
mounting holes and secure with two ½" lock washers and two ½" nuts (Figure 21).
8. Hand tighten the top channel mounting hardware at this time using a 3/4" socket wrench and a 3/4" wrench.
Guard Plate Installation
1. Slide the wide end of the guard plate, (notched
end rst) between the top channel and the top of
the yoke (Figure 22).
2. Insert one ½" x 1" hex head bolt and ½" at washer,
from the underside of the guard plate, up through
the top channel mounting hole and secure with
one ½" lock washer and one ½" nut.
3. Finger tighten the guard plate mounting hardware
at this time.
Mounting
Notches
½" x 1" Hex Head Bolt
and ½" Flat Washer
½" Nut and
Lock Washer
Guard Plate
Fig. 22
Mounting Hole

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1. Place the two halves of the top bearing cover over
the top bearing and align the mounting holes.
2. Using an Allen wrench, Insert and tighten the six
10-32 x ½" Allen head mounting screws
(Figure 23).
Mounting Screw
Bearing Cover Installation
Top Bearing Cover Installation
Bottom Bearing Cover Installation
1. Place the two halves of the bottom bearing cover
over the bottom bearing and align the mounting
holes.
2. Using a screwdriver, tighten the two mounting
screws (Figure 24).
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
NOTE
For illustration and clarity purposes only, the bearing cover
illustrations are shown without the surrounding sections.
Screwdriver
10-32 Allen
Head Screw
Allen Wrench
Top Bearing
Covers

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Key turned
90°
Roto Top
Channel
Guard
Plate
Fig. 26
NOTE
When shipped, the keys are attached to the chassis on the
inside of the top channel.
The key override switch manually unlocks the turnstile in the
desired direction. Key override switches are installed in the
top channel, on either side of the roto.
To engage the key override, turn the key 90°.
NOTE
Remove keys when complete and store in a safe location.
If the key override lock will not properly engage, please refer
to the 'Troubleshooting' section.
This completes your installation of the MST.
If the MST is electrically controlled, please proceed to the
"Electrical Wiring Instructions" section.
Key
Key Override Operation
Final Mechanical Installation Steps
Fig. 25
Drill
64
9" Drill Bit
#10 x ¾" Phillips
pan head screw
Screwdriver
NOTE
Be sure the guard plate and the yoke are aligned properly
and ush before performing the following step(s).
Be sure that the turnstile is level before performing the
following step(s). If it is not level, use shims as needed.
1. Ensure that all mounting hardware is tightened. The
anchor bolts (11 total) and the top channel
mounting bolts should be tightened to 40 ft-lbs
using a torque wrench and appropriate sockets.
2. Using a drill and 9/64" drill bit, pre-drill six holes
(three along each side of the yoke).
3. Insert and tighten six #10 x ¾" Phillips pan head
screws (Figure 25).
4. Test the roto for binding when it is functional. If
there is binding, loosen the mounting hardware and
adjust as needed.
5. Test the roto for binding. If no binding occurs,
retighten all mounting hardware.
Non-Override
Override
NOTE The key will always be parallel to the top channel in the
override position.
The key will always be perpendicular to the top channel in
the non-override position.

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Conduit Instructions
1. OV Installation
Stub-up at the base of the OV and run conduit
though the OV and top channel to the junction
box. Flex conduit must be run all the way to the
junction box. (Figure 27A).
2. Top Channel Cover Installation
Run conduit to the top channel cover in one of the
locations shown in (Figure 27B). Punch conduit
hole at least 2.5" from the bottom of the top
channel lid. Conduit must be run all the way to the
junction box.
For electric models, ex conduit can be run through the vertical tube of the OV. Also, conduit may be attached directly
to the top channel cover. After completing primary power and access control wiring, plug all unused holes in the top
channel.
Yoke
Fig. 27A Fig. 27B
Power
Stub-Up
OV
2.5"
.5"
3"
2.5"
Flex
Conduit Conduit
Location
Power
ON/OFF
Switch
10" 10"

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Electrical Wiring Instructions
Use a licensed electrician for the following steps.
1. Remove the top channel cover.
2. Make sure the power on toggle switch is in the OFF position. If it is not, move the toggle switch to the OFF
position (Figure 27B).
3. Using a screwdriver, remove the cover of the junction box.
4. Locate the power wires inside the junction box.
5. Run the primary power wires, coming in from either side of the top channel, through the knock-out.
NOTE
The junction box housing has circular knock-outs on the side of the box. Remove the most appropriate knock-out.
6. Secure primary power wires to the provided pig-tail in the junction box and secure with wire nuts. See Figures
28A &B for 110V & 220V conguration.
7. Tuck the excess wire into the junction box and re-attach the junction box cover.
8. Once power has been established, route the access control wires.
NOTE
If your model was purchased with the option of having a card reader installed, please refer to the installation
instructions that come packaged with the card reader mounting plate.
110-120VAC, 50/60Hz, 35W (3A Fuse)
220-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 35W (3A Fuse)
To
J4
220V
Primary
Connect
Ground
Cable to
Ground Stud
Brown Brown Black
Brown
Transformer
Blue
To
J4
Connect
Ground
Cable To
Ground Stud
Black
White
110V
Primary
Transformer
Fig. 28B
Fig. 28A
WARNING
Run permanent AC power wires to the unit. Primary side of transformer DC resistance is rated at 2.6-ohms. Use a
licensed electrician to perform this procedure adhering to all local electrical codes.
In the event the transformer needs to be replaced, it must be replaced with Alvarado P/N 10-3008A (110V) or
10-3003F (220V) as specied in UL File BP20972, Projects 4787469780, 4787461699.
NOTE

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Turnstile Control Board Layout Fig. 29
LEGEND
Item Name
A CCW Test Activation Switch (SW7)
B Access Control Activation - CCW
C Access Control Activation CW
D CW Activation Test Switch (SW6)
E DIP Switches (SW4)
F Green LED
G Fire Alarm System Connection - CW
H Fire Alarm System Connection - CCW
Clockwise Fail Lock
Counterclockwise Fail Lock
Timer - See Chart to the Right
Timer - See Chart to the Right
Feedback Pulse - 100ms
JS3 LED Option
STD Optics
AUX (Fire Alarm Input - N.O.)
Clockwise Fail Safe
Counterclockwise Fail Safe
Timer - See Chart to the Right
Timer - See Chart to the Right
Feedback Pulse - 300ms
JS2 LED Option
1st Sensor Optics
AUX (Fire Alarm Input - N.C.)
SW4 Layout
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON DIP
A
CG
D
E
J18 J3 J7
J4
J10 J9
J5
J8
J2
SW4
F
X 5 R G Y X 5 R G Y CCW CCW CW CW
CCW CW
CCW-CNT CW-CNT OPTICAL SENSORS CNT-RESET
J19
SW3
J11
BH
ACC GND REJ CLS GND OPN CNT COM ACC GND REJ CLS GND OPN CNT COM
TIMED DELAY RESET TIMER (Positions
T3 and T4)
T3 T4
5 seconds
10 seconds
15 seconds
20 seconds (Default)
ON ON
ON OFF
OFF ON
OFF OFF
Entry Time Adjusting Control Switch Settings
JP1
J14
JP2
J17
J15
Fig. 29A
Fig. 29B
SW7 SW6
NOTE Default DIP switch settings pictured
above are for Fail-lock/Fail-safe
congurations.

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* After approximately 4 seconds, voltage will drop to approximately 2.7VDC connected to the load of the solenoid.
Terminal Descriptions
BOARD NAME DESCRIPTION RATING EXPLANATION
J18 CCW Solenoid VDC wire connection - Counter
Clockwise Direction
12 -
15.73VDC*,
1.53A
Connection for Counter Clockwise Solenoid. Universal
polarity.
J18 CCW Solenoid VDC wire connection - Counter
Clockwise Direction
12 -
15.73VDC*,
1.53A
Connection for Counter Clockwise Solenoid. Universal
polarity.
J18 CW Solenoid VDC wire connection -
Clockwise Direction
12 -
15.73VDC*,
1.53A
Connection for Clockwise Solenoid. Universal polarity.
J18 CW Solenoid VDC wire connection -
Clockwise Direction
12 -
15.73VDC*,
1.53A
Connection for Clockwise Solenoid. Universal polarity.
SW7 CCW
Entry
Activation
Test
Button
Allows user to test turnstile activation -
Counter Clockwise Direction
N/A Depressing button simulates input to J3 ACC, “Entry
Accept”. If turnstile solenoid “res” after depressing
button AND re-locks after a single rotation of the Roto or
upon time out, the turnstile is functioning correctly in the
Left Hand/Counter Clockwise Direction.
J3 ACC
Entry
Accept
“Card Authorized” input connection from
the access control system - Counter
Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
This connection is used to tell the turnstile to unlock.
The ATC will accept a N.O. dry contact signal of .5
seconds to 2 seconds from the access control system
and allow one rotation of the Roto before re-locking.
J3 GND
Ground
Ground wire connection from the access
control system - Counter Clockwise
Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Ground wire connection position for ACC and REJ
contact signal.
J3 REJ
Entry
Reject
“Card Reject” input connection from
the access control system - Counter
Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
This connection is used to tell the turnstile to remain
locked. The access control system has determined that
the card presented is unauthorized for entry.
J3 CLS
Close
Passage
Connection for placing turnstile in locked
“CLOSED” status - Counter Clockwise
Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Providing a continuous dry contact at this terminal places
the turnstile in a locked “CLOSED” mode. This mode
overrides the access control system operation. If status
lights are installed (Location J19) the red light will be
illuminated continuously.
J3 GND
Ground
Ground wire connection for “OPN/CLS”
lane control - Counter Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Ground wire connection for “OPN/CLS” passage control.
J3 OPN
Open
Passage
Connection for Fire Alarm System, or
placing turnstile in “OPEN” status -
Counter Clockwise Direction.
0VDC,
18mA
Providing a continuous dry contact at this terminal places
the turnstile in an “OPEN” mode. Typically, this terminal
is used to connect the re alarm system (normally open
type) when the turnstile is congured for counterclockwise
rotation in the exit direction.
J3 CNT
Passage
Count
Conrmation signal upon turnstile rotation
- Counter Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Outputs a dry contact upon rotation of the turnstile.
This feature can be used to output a “count” signal to
an external system such as Alvarado’s GateWatch or
to provide feedback to the access control system that a
turnstile rotation has taken place.
J3 COM
Passage
Count
Conrmation signal upon turnstile rotation -
Counter Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Common dry contact connection for CNT count signal
output. See J3 CNT description.
J10 X5RGY-
CCW
Connection for Activation Lights -
Counter Clockwise Direction
5VDC,
50mA
Connection for JS2 and JS3 activation lights.
J9 X5RGY-
CW
Connection for Activation Lights -
Clockwise Direction
5VDC,
50mA
Connection for JS2 and JS3 activation lights.
J7 ACC
Entry
Accept
“Card Authorized” input connection from
the access control system - Clockwise
Direction
0VDC,
18mA
This connection is used to tell the turnstile to unlock. The
ATC will accept a N.O. dry contact signal of .5 seconds to
2 seconds from the access control system and allow one
rotation of the Roto before re-locking.
J7 GND
Ground
Ground wire connection from the access
control system - Counter Clockwise
Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Ground wire connection position for ACC and REJ
contact signal.
J7 REJ
Entry
Reject
“Card Reject” input connection from
the access control system - Counter
Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
This connection is used to tell the turnstile to remain
locked.
The access control system has determined that the card
presented is unauthorized for entry.

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Terminal Descriptions (Cont)
J7 OPN
Open
Passage
Connection for Fire Alarm System or
placing turnstile in “OPEN” status -
Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Providing a continuous dry contact at this terminal places
the turnstile in an “OPEN” mode. Typically, this terminal
is used to connect the re alarm system (normally open
type) when the turnstile is congured for clockwise
rotation in the exit direction (default).
J7 CNT
Passage
Count
Conrmation signal upon turnstile rotation
- Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Outputs a dry contact upon rotation of the turnstile.
This feature can be used to output a “count” signal to
an external system such as Alvarado’s GateWatch or
to provide feedback to the access control system that a
turnstile rotation has taken place.
J7 COM
Passage
Count
Conrmation signal upon turnstile rotation -
Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Common dry contact connection for CNT count signal
output. See J3 CNT description.
SW6 CW Entry
Activation
Test Button
Allows user to test turnstile activation -
Clockwise Direction
N/A Depressing button simulates input to J7 ACC, “Entry
Accept”. If turnstile solenoid “res” after depressing
button AND re-locks after a single rotation of the Roto or
upon time out, the turnstile is functioning correctly in the
Clockwise Direction.
J2
CCW-CNT Output of contact closure upon turnstile
rotation – Counter Clockwise Direction
1.06VDC,
5µA
Single throw, relay output for connection to Alvarado
battery powered, digital counter.
J8 CW-CNT Output of contact closure upon turnstile
rotation - Clockwise Direction
1.06VDC,
5µA
Single throw, relay output for connection to Alvarado
battery powered, digital counter.
J5 Optical
Sensors
Connection for sensors 3.3VDC,
16.5mA
The ATC uses input from the sensors to monitor
rotation of the Roto.
J11 CNT-
RESET
Connection for counter reset key switch 1.06VDC,
5µA
N.O. contact connection if counter wires are attached
to J2 and/or J8 connections. A 2-position electrical
key switch is connected here to provide a reset to the
individual counters.
SW3 Reset
counters
Local Battery Counter Reset Switch N/A If counter wires are attached to the board (J2 and J8),
depressing this button will reset the counters. If two
counters are installed and wired, both counters will be
reset.
J19 EL Light
Boards
Connector
Connection for EL light boards 12VDC,
242mA
If red/green status lights are used, the green light
signies that the turnstile is ready to accept an
activation for the direction shown. When the CLS
and GND connection is closed, the red light will be
illuminated and signies that the turnstile will not accept
an activation. Refer to description for CLS on J3 and
J7.
J4 Power
Input
Connection for low-voltage power 13.5VAC,
4.33A
The ATC accepts 10VAC or 13.5VDC power. If primary
power is not run to the turnstile, low-voltage power
is connected here. The green ground wire must be
grounded to the chassis.
JP1 EL Lights
Voltage
Jumper
Sets voltage supplied to the EL light
boards.
N/A Set voltage to 12VDC.
JP2 JS2/JS3
Lights
Voltage
Jumper
Sets voltage supplied to the JS2/JS3
light boards.
N/A Set voltage to 5VDC.
J14 N/A Not used. N/A N/A
J15 Program-
ming Port
Not applicable to end-users. N/A N/A
J17 N/A Not used. N/A N/A
BOARD NAME DESCRIPTION RATING EXPLANATION
J7 GND
Ground
Ground wire connection for “OPN/CLS”
lane control - Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Ground wire connection for “OPN/CLS” passage control.
J7 CLS
Close
Passage
Connection for placing turnstile in “OPEN”
status - Counter Clockwise Direction
0VDC,
18mA
Providing a continuous dry contact at this terminal places
the turnstile in a locked “CLOSED” mode. This mode
overrides the access control system operation. If status
lights are installed (Location J19) the red light will be
illuminated continuously.