Galls K9 Partner User manual

K9 Partner Power Door Opener Kit with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Drawing D840.N2 Rev 0 May 13, 2002
Optional Transmitters
Large transmitters with large buttons can be ordered.
Extra Channels
Two extra channels are available at no extra cost to unlock other doors.
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Special Features and Applications
814 PowerTouch Remote Control Receiver
With Two Key Chain Transmitters and
Shown With Optional Oval Transmitter
Please read entire instruction manual prior to starting the
K9 Partner Power Door Opener System Installation.
Range
Typical antenna range is 60-feet. Range can be increased using an optional external antenna.
Easy to Open
Unlatch and open door - at the touch of a button.
Included
Proximity switch installed to disable ground to door unlatch motor.
K9 Partner
Power Door Opener
K9 Partner
Power Door Opener

Contents
Special Features and Applications Page 1
Contents, Installation Tools, Technical Support Page 2
Specifications Page 3
Component Parts List Page 4, 5
Operation: K9 Partner Remote Control Page 6
Installation: Planning Page 6, 7
Installation: Actuator & Linkage Rod Page 8
Installation: Gas Strut Page 9
Installation: Electrical - Receiver Power & Ground Page 10
Installation: Electrical - Door Open Circuit Page 11
Installation: Safety Disable Switch Page 12
Installation: Electrical - Door Unlock / Lock Circuit Page 12, 13
Installation: Final Test Page 14
Trouble Shooting Guide Page 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
Limited One (1) Year Warranty Page 20
Installation Tools
Voltmeter, analog or digital Hand Drill
Phillips Screw Driver Assorted Drill Bits
Adjustable Wrench Needle Nose Pliers
Screw Driver Wire / Connector Crimping Tool
Diagonal Wire Cutter Wire Stripper
To Clean Grounding Pad: Scraper, Sand Paper, Alcohol Based Cleaner
Technical Support
Visit the factory website to download a copy of these instructions, e-mail technical questions and see other
TouchTronics, Inc. products.
TouchTronics, Inc. Phone / Fax Numbers
Indiana Local 1-574-294-2570
Toll Free 1-800-294-2570
Fax [phone]
TouchTronics, Inc. Web Site www.touchtronics.com
TouchTronics, Inc. E-Mail
Customer Service [email protected]
Technical Support [email protected]
Or ‘Contact Request’link on the web page
Galls, Inc. Phone / Fax Numbers
Customer Service / USA 1-800-477-7766
Customer Service / Canada, PR, US-VI 1-888-733-5391
Customer Service / Other 1-859-266-7227
Fax / USA 1-800-944-2557
Fax / Other 1-859-269-4360
Galls Inc. Web Site www.galls.com
Galls, Inc. E-Mail
Customer Service [email protected]
Technical Support [email protected]
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K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Contents, Installation Tools, Technical Support

814 Receiver: FCC Approved
RF System 6561 Digital Codes
Voltage 12 Volt DC (available in 24 Volt DC)
Output 300mA
Frequency 303 MHz
Range 60 Feet (typical - using standard 36” grey, wire style, antenna)
Note: Range may be extended with an externally mounted antenna
814 Transmitter: FCC Approved
RF System 6561 Digital Codes
Battery 12 Volt DC
Cycles 32,400 One Second Pulses
Frequency 303 MHz
Note: Key chain style transmitters are water resistant, NOT water proof
Oval style transmitters are water and dust resistant
Physical:
Receiver: 3” x 1” x 2” (width, height, depth)
Transmitter: 1 ½” x 2” (width, length) key chain style
2” x 4 ½” (width, length) oval(hand held) style
Gas Strut:
Force 30 lbs
Expanded Length 24”
Compressed Length 14”
Relay: Type Form C, SPDT
Coil Current 100mA
Switching Current 30 A
Coil Voltage 12vdc
Actuator:
Type Push-Pull Clutch Motor
Force 50 Newtons (approx 4-5 lbs of force)
Voltage 12vdc
Circuit Breaker:
Type Auto Reset
Current 10 A
Voltage 12vdc
Proximity Switch:
Magnets Together Normally Closed (N.C.)
Magnets Apart Normally Open (N.O.)
Current 0.5 A
Voltage 12vdc
Toggle Switch:
Type SPST, On/Off Latching
Red Status Light On
Current 30 A
Voltage 12vdc
Estimated Installation time for Complete Kit is 4 - 8 hours
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K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Specifications

1) 1 kit 8144M/2 814 PowerTouch Remote Control System
1pc 814R RF Receiver, 4 Channel w/36” antenna wire
1 set 814H Harness - 8 wire, 9”
2 pcs 814T3 Transmitter,
3 button key chain style
2) 1 pc S840.B1 Belt Loop Holder, for key chain style transmitter
Optional 814T4XS Transmitter, 4 button oval (hand held) style
S840.B2 Belt loop holder, for oval style transmitter
(Must send in one or both small transmitters to be reworked into large
Handheld transmitters. Call your Galls representative for current pricing.)
3) 1 kit S840.F1 K9 Door Opener - Fastener Kit
7 pcs SCW.7001 10 x 3/4” self drilling screw
9 pcs TRM.8014 16g blue, butt connector
1 pc TRM.8010 18g red, 0.250 male quick connect
3 pcs TRM.8001 18g red, 3/16” ring terminal
1 pc TRM.8002 12g yellow, 5/16” ring terminal
1 pc WSH.9000 3/16” external tooth star washer
4) 1 kit S840.M1 K9 Door Opener - Miscellaneous Kit
1 pc BRK.AT10A 10 amp auto reset circuit breaker
2 pcs NTS.6000 10-32 machine screw nut
1 pc SWS.MG08 On/Off, panel mount magnetic switch
.1 pc SWS.TG18 On/Off, panel mount, red lighted toggle switch
5) 1 kit S840.M2 K9 Door Opener - Door and Floor Bracket Kit
1 pc C840.B1 Metal door bracket
. 1 pc C840.B2 Metal floor bracket
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Component Parts List
K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
SwitchMagnet

6) 1 kit ACT.50N.RH 50 newton, right hand actuator
1pc BLT.840ACT #10 Bolt
2pcs SCW.840ACT #8 Screw
1pc CLP.840ACT Retaining Clip
1pc KPR.840ACT Rod Keeper
1pc ROD.840ACT Linkage rod
1pc BKT.840ACT 8” mounting bracket
7) 1 pc GSS.SE1000V30P Gas Spring
8) 1 harness C840.H1 K9 door opener harness
1 pc Relay Holder StandardAutomotive Relay Holder
1 pc Orange Wire 36”, 18g, Terminal 87
1 pc Black Wire 36”, 18g, Terminal 85
1 pc Black Wire 36”, 18g, Terminal 85
Empty Empty - Terminal 87a
1 pc Violet Wire 36”, 18g, Terminal 86
1 pc Green Wire 120”, 18g, Terminal 30
8a) 1 pc Red Wire 120”, 18g
1 pc Red Wire 36”, 18g
9) 1 harness C840.H2 Door lock relay holder harness
1 pc Relay Holder StandardAutomotive Relay Holder
1 pc Orange Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 87
1 pc Orange Wire 3”, 16g, Terminal 85
1 pc Tan Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 87a
1 pc Brown Wire 6”, 20g, Terminal 86
1 pc Yellow Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 30
10) 1 harness C840.H3 Door unlock relay holder harness
1 pc Relay Holder StandardAutomotive Relay Holder
1 pc Orange Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 87
1 pc Black Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 85
1 pc Lt Blue Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 87a
1 pc Pink Wire 6”, 20g, Terminal 86
1 pc White Wire 6”, 16g, Terminal 30
11) 3 pcs RLY.Q30A12V.C 30 a, 12vdc, spdt, automotive relay
12) 1 pc C814.L1 Do Not Engage Child Safety Switch Label
(Place over safety lock on door used by k9)
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Component Parts List
K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
50 Newton
Actuator
14” Compressed
30 pounds
87
86 85
30
87a
Relay
Holder
36” Orange - 18g w/0.250 fml qc term
36” Black - 18g w/blunt cut
36” Black - 18g w/0.250 fml qc term
120” Green - 18g w/blunt cut
36” Violet - 18g w/0.250 fml qc term
120” Red - 18g w/blunt cut
36” Red - 18g w/blunt cut
0.250 fml
qc term
87
86 85
30
87a
Relay
Holder
6” Orange - 16g w/blunt cut
6” Tan - 16g w/blunt cut
6” Yellow - 16g w/blunt cut
6” Brown - 20g w/blunt cut
3” Orange - 16g
87
86 85
30
87a
Relay
Holder
6” Orange - 16g w/blunt cut
6” Light Blue - 16g w/blunt cut
6” White - 16g w/blunt cut
6” Pink - 20g w/blunt cut
6” Black - 16g w/blunt cut
WARNING
DO NOT
Engage Child
Safety Switch
K9 Door opener
WILL NOT
operate if switch
is engaged.
24” Expanded

Test lights can cause vehicle computer damage if the wrong wires are probed and can cause the air bag
systems to activate (deploy). Pay close attention to all caution labels in the vehicle. TouchTronics, Inc., will
assume absolutely NO responsibility whatsoever for this, or any other damage done to the vehicle, or any
personalinjuryduetoimproperinstallation. Refertothelimitedwarrantyfordetails.
1) ReceiverOutputVoltages
A)Thereceiverhasfouroutputvoltages(channels)whichwilloperatefourseparatecircuits. Theoutput
voltage is 12 volts direct current (vdc). The maximum drive current for each of the four output
channelsis300mA(maximum). Thefouroutputscan(drive)turnOnsmallbulbsorrelaycoils.
B)Check thepowerrequirementfortherelaybeforeconnectingto thereceiver. Therelaycoilshouldbe
ratedforthecurrentrequirements. Themaximumallowablecoilcurrentis300mA.
2) SelectReceiver&AntennaMountingLocation
A) Typically the receiver is mounted under the dash, as high up as possible and away from any bundled
wires, other RF devices or switching power supplies. DO NOT mount behind any metal or tinted
windows. DO NOTinstall the receiver unit under the hood of the vehicle or in the door as the receiver
isNOTwaterproof. WaterdamagewillNOTbecoveredunderthewarranty.
B)Theantennawireisthelonggrey36”wireonthebacksideofthereceiverhousing. Theantennashould
be mounted so that at least twelve inches (12”) is exposed in a window or dash, as high up as possible.
The antenna should NOT touch any metal or window tinting, nor be mounted near any other RF
devices, any bundled wires or other antennas. RF signals from base radios can overwhelm the RF
signalfromthetransmittertothereceiverandcauseadecreaseinrangeand/oraslowresponsetime.
C) Select a chassis ground location that DOES NOT HAVE ANY OTHER grounds attached to it, as a
groundlooporsignalbackfeedcanoccur.
D)DONOTmountthereceiverandantenna:
1) Within6feetofamotor
2) Nearlargebundlesofwires
3) NearotherantennasorRFdevices
4) Switchingpowersupplies
5) TheantennashouldnotbetouchinganymetalasthisgroundstheRF(radiofrequency)signal
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K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Operation: K9 Partner Remote Control
UnlockingRearDoor
Press button “A” to unlock rear door. When the radio frequency (RF) signal is received by the receiver, the
relay(supplied)energizesthefactoryelectricdoorlockmechanismandthenunlocksthedoor.
OpeningRearDoor
Press button “B” to open the rear door. When the radio frequency (RF) signal is received by the receiver, the
actuator(supplied)unlatchesthereardoor,thegasstrutpushesthedooropen10to20inchestoallowtheK9to
exitthevehicle.
LockingRearDoor
Press both buttons together to lock the rear door. The radio frequency (RF) signal is received by the receiver,
therelay(supplied)energizesthefactoryelectricdoorlockmechanismandthenlocksthedoor.
InterferenceWarning
All RF signals are subject to INTERFERENCE - including but NOT limited to: other RF antennas, other
RFsignalsbeingbroadcastat the same time, other RF devices (radios,radardevices),large pieces of metalor
metalbuildings,largebundlesofwire(insideavehicle),switchingpowersupplies,andmotorsofanykind.
TheRFsignalcanpassthroughobstaclesinthelineofsightsuchas;wood,glassor plastic. RFsignalscannot
pass through any type of metal or tinted windows which have been tinted with a metalized film. All factory
tinting&someaftermarkettintingusethemetalizedfilmtechnology.
Installation: Planning
WARNING!
Use ONLY a volt meter to check voltage
during installation and testing.
*Using a test light WILL damage the outputs!

On/OffToggleSwitch
Select a place on the dash or console that is easily accessible and easily visible so that the status indicator
lightontheswitchmaybeseen.
DoorLatchActuator
Removethedoorpanelandlocate thedoorlatch. Select amountinglocationthatwillallowtheactuatorto
push or pull in a straight line. If the actuator movement is not straight (linear) the actuator will bind and
fail. Many newer SUV’s and standard vehicles have changed the latch designs, making them more
difficultto open electrically. Often you will needamechanicaladvantage to open the door suchasalever
orexternalspring. Seediagramsonpage8.
GasStrut
Checkthefloorandtheexposeddoorframetolocateasuitablelocationtoinstallthespecialdoorandfloor
bracket. The surface must be strong, stable and should NOT flex. The strut must be mounted so that the
hydraulicfluidinsidewilllubricatethepiston. Seediagramsonpage9.
FactoryDoorLock
Vehicle door lock circuits are factory designed as positive pulse, negative pulse or reversal rest @
groundcircuits. Determine whichtypeofdoorlockcircuitisusedinyourvehicle.
Positive Pulse System: The switch has 3 wires. The input terminal, usually the center terminal, is +12v.
When the switch knob is pressed (momentarily On) one of the other terminals is also +12v. This means that
the switch is sending a +12v (positive pulse) signal to lock or unlock the door. There is a special relay in this
circuit which handles the ‘reversal rest @ ground’ circuit required for most motor operations. Most GM
vehicles use a Positive Pulse circuit for door locks. Check the number of wires on the switch and check the
inputwiretotheswitch. Itshouldbea+12vsignal. Seediagrampg13.
Negative Pulse System: The switch has 3 wires. The input terminal, usually the center terminal, is ground.
Whentheswitchknobis pressed(momentarilyOn)oneof theotherterminalsisalso ground. Thismeansthat
the switch is sending a ground (negative pulse) signal to lock or unlock the door. There is a special relay in
this circuit which handles the ‘reversal rest @ ground’ circuit required for most motor operations. Most
foreign cars use a Negative Pulse circuit for the door locks. Check the number of wires on the switch and
checktheinputwiretotheswitch. Itshouldbeagroundsignal. Seediagrampg13.
ReversalRest@GroundSystem: This switch usually has 5 wires (sometimes 4 wires). All of the wires and
terminalsrest@‘ground’whentheswitchisnotactivated. One terminalbecomes+12v(positive)onlywhen
the switch is activated. The switch sends a positive signal through the system and turns on the motor. The
ground signal from the motor passes through the other side of the switch and goes to a chassis ground. There
isnospecialrelayinthis circuitbecausethe switchesarehard-wiredtohandlethehighcurrentofthe‘reversal
rest @ ground’circuit required for most motor operations. Most Ford vehicles and most Chrysler vehicles
useaReversal Rest @ Groundcircuitfordoor locks. Check the numberofwires on the switch. Ifthereare 4
or5wires,[e-mail]13
To determine which type is used in your vehicle, take a voltmeter and probe one of the output wires at the
switch. Check the polarity with the switch pressed and without the switch pressed. Compare results with
the chart below.
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K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Installation: Planning, Continued
Door Lock Switch
Positive Pulse
Negative Pulse
Reversal Rest@Ground
Switch NOT Pressed
No Voltage / Floats
No Voltage / Floats
Ground
Switch Pressed
+12 Volts
Ground
+12 Volts
Typical # of Wires
3 Wires
3 Wires
5 Wires
Current
1 amp
1 amp
20 amps
Output Terminals 3 of Terminals

1) Locate the Door Latch Linkage Rod
2) Select mounting location for actuator. *Note: Actuator Rod MUST move in a linear
(straight) direction, or parallel to the linkage rod.
3) Install the actuator rod into the plastic clip on actuator. (Diagram 8d) The bent end of the rod
is pressed into the plastic clip. To decrease the distance of the pull, the plastic clip can be moved
to the second hole.
4) Bend the rod to make the adjustment required to achieve a straight or linear pull of the
actuator. This is a critical adjustment to prevent binding and eventual failure of the actuator.
5) Install the Rod Keeper Bracket on the rod. (Diagram 8a) Adjust location of rod keeper
bracket to correct position for mounting door latch linkage rod. Tighten both allen screws.
Note: Some vehicle door latches are more difficult to open than others. This is due to different
manufacturing tolerances, age and wear on vehicle. To enhance the pulling power of the actuator,
youcanaddsprings,whichcanbepurchasedatalocalhardwarestore. Thespringmusthaveenough
force to assist the actuator when pulling the latch open, but not be so strong as to keep the latch from
closingproperly.
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Installation: Actuator and Linkage Rod
K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Screw
Rod Keeper
Actuator Spring Stretched
Door Latch - Closed
Start Position of Rod - Pull
Screw
Rod Keeper
Actuator Spring Stretched
Door Latch - Open
Start Position of Rod - Pull
Spring(stretched) Spring
Rod Keeper
Actuator
Move plastic clip
to 2nd hole for
1/2” travel
Leave plastic clip
in 1st hole for
3/4” travel
Outside Metal Door Skin
Inside Door Panel
Actuator Rod & Plastic Clip
Actuator
Metal Bracket
Bolts or Screws
Door Lock
Linkage Rod
Actuator Rod
Rod Keeper
Allen Screws
Rod Keeper
Actuator Rod
Allen Screws
Door Lock Linkage Rod
50 Newton
Actuator
Diagram 8c
Diagram 8a
Diagram 8d
Diagram 8e Diagram 8f
Diagram 8b
Notes:
1) Mount rod & plastic clip toward outside metal door skin. Diagram 8c
2) Mount actuator using bolts or screws and bracket. Each vehicle will have a
different mounting location.
3) The direction of the actuator pull can be reversed by reversing the polarity
of the green and blue wires.
4) Tighten both allen screws on the rod keeper securely
Rod MUST move in a linear
(straight) direction. Bend rod
to adjust for this movement Rods MUST be parallel
to prevent binding of the
door lock motor. Motor
will fail if the rod binds
when pulling door
linkage rod!

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Installation: Gas Strut
K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
‘B’Pilar
Door Hinge
Door
Cross Section Top View
Door Closed
Mount Floor Bracket
at 90° to Door
Gas Spring Closed
14”
‘B’Pilar
Door Hinge
Door
Cross Section Top View
Door Open
Mount Floor Bracket
at 90° to Door
Gas Spring Open
25”
Notes:
1) Body of gas spring must be
attached to the door.
2) Piston of gas spring should be
in a downward position for best
lubrication.
Gas Strut Body
Piston
Floor Bracket
Door Bracket
Side View
Door & Floor Brackets
Rocker Panel
Door Threshold
Small angle (5° - 10°)
Side View - Door Closed
Door Bottom
Inner Door Skin
*2.5”
4” - 6”
Door Hinge
Side View - Door Open *The center line of the
floor bracket stud and
the center line of the
door bracket stud should
be mounted with no more
than a 2.5” (2 ½ inch)
difference in height.
Open
From Hinge
Floor Pan
Door Threshold
Floor Pan
Floor Bracket
Door Bracket
Vehicle floor
Vehicle floor
Door
Bracket
Interior
Metal Door Skin
Gas Strut
Body
Piston
Floor Bracket
Door Bracket
Interior
Metal Door Skin
4” - 6”
From Hinge
Floor Bracket
Diagram 9e
Diagram 9d
Diagram 9b
Diagram 9a
Diagram 9c

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K9 Partner Power Door Opener System with PowerTouch Remote Control Manual C840.N2
Installation: Electrical - Receiver Power & Ground
WARNING:
Disconnect the main battery power of the vehicle before starting installation of this system.
1) Install Power
Connect the Red wire to a constant +12v battery power source. Note: For best performance, run a
clean +12v directly from the battery or a fuse that is NOT supplying any power to motors, lights or
other high current devices, with the noted exception of the actuator supplied in this kit.
2) Install Ground
Connect the Black wire to chassis ground
A) Scrape all paint and grease away from the body frame.
A loose chassis ground connection WILL cause intermittent operation of receiver.
B) Clean the area using an alcohol based cleaner to remove paint chips and grease.
C) Crimp a #10, 3/16” ring terminal onto the black ground wire.
D) Insert the ring terminal and a #10, 3/16” star washer over a 10x3/4” hex head,
self-tapping ground screw.
E) Tighten ground screw securely into clean frame area.
WARNING!
Use ONLY a volt meter to check voltage
during installation and testing.
*Using a test light WILL damage the outputs!
(-)
Battery
(+)
#10 x 3/4” Screw #10 3/16” Star Washer
#10 3/16” Ring Terminal Vehicle Frame
Scrape paint and clean area before installing ground screw.
A loose chassis ground connection WILL cause intermittent operation!
Chassis Ground
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Red
Violet
Pink
Green/Black
Yellow/Black
Brown
Blue
Black
(+) Input +12v Battery Power
(+) Output Channel 1 - Button ‘A’
(+) Output Channel 2 - Button ‘B’
(-) Output Channel 1 - Button ‘A’
(-) Output Channel 2 - Button ‘B’
(-) Output Channel 3 - Buttons ‘A’ & ‘B’
(-) Output Channel 4 - Back Button
(-) Input Ground - Connect to Chassis
Ground using External Tooth Washer
PowerTouch Remote Control System
Series 814 RF Receiver
This device complies with FCC rules part 15.
Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference
2) This device must accept any interference received
including that causing undesired operation
36” Gray Antenna Wire
*Maximum output current 300mA.
Over current will damage outputs.Auto Reset Circuit Breaker
10a Maximum
Diagram 10a
Bat Aux