Installation Photographs 5. Apply some Oatey tinning flux to the joint. 6. Heat the joint with a soldering torch. 7. When hot enough, remove the torch and touch the solder to the joint. If hot enough, the solder will flow through and around the strands. Soldering the splice 8. Once the joint has cooled, apply ScotchKote to the soldered connection. Applying ScotchKote sealer GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Installation Photographs 9. Slide the heat shrink tubing back over the joint so that the tubing extends about an inch past the cut insulation on each end. 10. Use the torch to shrink the tubing tightly around the joint. Splice before heating the shrink tube Sealing the Saw Cuts Before sealing, mix the cold-pour asphalt sealant thoroughly, using a drill and mixing wand GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC. 2007 CART CONTAINMENT MANUAL Use the SealMaster Cold-Pour Pot to apply the sealer in an even manner.
Installation Photographs Asphalt sealant being poured. The pour pot is pulled, not pushed along the cut. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC. 2007 CART CONTAINMENT MANUAL The finished product.
Installation Photographs Sealing Concrete Whenever possible, use existing expansion joints for cutting in concrete. This speeds the job and saves wear and tear on the saw blade. Seal with a self-leveling sealer such as QuikRete or SikaFlex, designed especially for use on concrete. DO NOT use asphalt sealer on concrete. Always fill the cut completely with sealer. Any gaps will settle and become water collectors. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Installation Photographs Installing Parking Lot Signs “Attention Shopper” signs must be installed with the bottom of the sign at least 7 feet above the ground. This will require two pieces of 6 foot long U-channel, bolted together. The signs should be installed at the very top of the U-channel with the back of the sign against the wide (flared) side of the U-channel. Two pieces of 6 foot U-channel bolted together GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Installation Photographs Setting the Sign Posts Use QuikRete fast setting concrete mix to anchor the sign posts into the landscaping. Set the post into the hole and pour the dry QuikRete evenly around the base. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC. 2007 CART CONTAINMENT MANUAL Pour water into the hole and mix. Make sure to keep the post absolutely vertical while the QuikRete sets up.
Installation Photographs Containment Zone Striping Striping should be placed approximately three feet from the antenna line (indicated by the chalk line in the photo below). Block off the area with traffic cones to prevent automobile traffic from crossing over the stripe until it is dry. Use masking tape, placed nine inches (9”) apart. This will ensure a clean, straight stripe. Use a nine-inch (9”), ¾” NAP paint roller to apply the yellow traffic paint. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Installation Photographs Painting the Stencils A blowtorch can be used to cut down the drying time. Center the shopping cart stencil on the stripe and paint with black traffic paint. Stencils should be spaced approximately five feet (5’) apart. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC. 2007 CART CONTAINMENT MANUAL A finished stripe with stencils.
ExitManager 6 ExitManager ExitManager Front Panel GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
ExitManager ExitManager – Inside Case GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
ExitManager ExitManager Settings ExitManager can be configured to generate a signal for a Standard Outdoor GS1 application, a Standard Indoor GS1 application, or a Standard Indoor Purchek application, based on the settings of the Signal Selector switches shown in the tables below.
Indoor Cart Containment Systems 7 Indoor Cart Containment Systems System Layout Using the ExitManager in combination with 22AWG antenna, it is possible to configure a cart containment system at the interior of a store’s exit. Often times these systems are configured to provide an unlocking loop, in addition to a locking loop.
Indoor Cart Containment Systems System Layout with EAS System In instances where there is an EAS system, it is best to configure the locking loop to be located either directly in front or behind the EAS towers, or to wrap around the EAS towers (see diagram on page 40). Installations with an EAS tower will require the locking line to be set to an output where the locking signal extends beyond the range of the EAS tower signal interference.
Store Training 8 Store Training Training the Store Personnel Properly training the store personnel is an important part of the GS2 System installation. Take care in representing yourself in a professional manner. Whoever is performing the training should change into a fresh Gatekeeper or Company work shirt prior to the training. Educating the customer on all aspects of the GS2 System at time of installation will serve to improve the performance of the overall system.
Store Training GS2 TRAINING ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND EQUIPMENT RECEIPT FORM As the designated lead store trainer for operation of the Gatekeeper GS2 Cart Containment System, I acknowledge the installation of the system has been completed to the store’s satisfaction, the installation was completed in a workmanlike and professional manner, and that I possess a solid understanding of the system and will utilize the training and documentation I have received to train new employees as store management deems necessar
Store Training Installation Walk Through Store Name: Store Number: 1.Was installation was completed in a workmanlike and professional manner? Yes No 2. Did the installation crew leave the parking lot in a clean condition? Yes No 3. Is the antenna installed according to the approved site plan? Yes No 4. Is the perimeter antenna sealed properly? Yes No 6.
Store Training GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS GS2 CART CONTAINMENT SYSTEM QUICK START SYSTEM GUIDE The following is a brief summary of some of the highlights of the Gatekeeper User Manual and should be used in conjunction with the information outlined in the manual. • Test the system daily. Equipped with a CartKey, push a cart to the perimeter boundary to ensure the GS2 Wheel locks. Unlock the wheel using the CartKey. • If the GS2 Wheel does not lock, test a second cart.
Communication and Documentation 9 Communication and Documentation Communication Communication with the Gatekeeper office is an important aspect of your partnership with Gatekeeper. Upon first arrival to the job site: 4. Call (888) 808-9433 x. 35. 5. Press ‘35’ when the recorded message begins. 6. When prompted, provided the following information: • Store name & number • Installer name • Ticket number • Arrival time Upon completion of the job: 1. Call (888) 808-9433 x. 35 2.
Troubleshooting 10 Troubleshooting Diagnosing CentralTransmitter and Perimeter Antenna Issues This section provides several flowcharts and processes for troubleshooting problems with the CentralTransmitter and perimeter antenna.
Troubleshooting Main Troubleshooting Flow Chart A – Splicing the Perimeter Antenna, page 46 D – Finding a Perimeter Antenna Defect, page 69 B – Verifying Power to the CT, page 67 E – Calibrating the CT, page 30 C – Checking Antenna Resistance, page 68 F – Setting Up a Test Loop, page 73 GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Troubleshooting Verifying Power to the CentralTransmitter This flow chart is used to verify that there is an adequate power supply to the CentralTransmitter (CT). The flow chart assumes that the store power is on and that there is a voltage output from the circuit breaker supplying the CT is between 110V – 125V. This flow chart can be used as a “stand alone” troubleshooting tool, but is most effective when used as part of the main troubleshooting flow chart. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Troubleshooting Checking Antenna Resistance Set the multimeter to the ohm scale and touch the two leads together. This gives you a baseline value, which should be zero. If the value is not zero, calibrate the meter. If it is not possible to calibrate the meter to zero, make sure to add the baseline value to any measured value you get when testing the antenna resistance. 14 AWG antenna used with Gatekeeper Systems antennas will have a resistance of approximately 2.2 ohms per 1,000 feet of antenna.
Troubleshooting Finding a Perimeter Antenna Defect This flow chart details the process for detecting defects in the perimeter antenna. As with the main flow chart, secondary processes are indicated by bolded capital letters (A, B, C…) whose titles and page numbers are listed at the bottom of the page. A – Using a Tone Generator and Probe, page 70 C – Single Loop Installations, page 72 B – Using the Tracker II, page 71 D – Double Cut and Twisted Pair with Lockboxes, page 72 GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Troubleshooting Antenna Troubleshooting with a Tone Generator and Probe One way of finding a break in the perimeter loop is by using a tone generator and probe combination. This tool is used in the telecommunication industry to locate phone cables and designate pairs, but is also very useful for locating breaks in the perimeter antenna. Gatekeeper Systems recommends the Progressive Electronics 77HP Tracer 2 Tone Generator and the Progressive Electronics 200EP Speaker Probe.
Troubleshooting Antenna Troubleshooting with the Tracker II The Model 501 Tracker II is designed to locate the path and depth of buried cable, service wires, metallic pipe or conduit, and locate the end of a cut cable. The Tracker II transmitter is housed in an aluminum case and is powered by eight 1.5v AA batteries. The transmitter has an on/off control knob which is also used to adjust the output level and a LED indicating the battery condition.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Single Loop Installations With a single loop installation the troubleshooting becomes more difficult if the cable shows no obvious damaged areas. You must run a jumper cable across the loop breaking your loop up into smaller sections. This is difficult in a busy parking lot so be careful! Your jumper needs to be twisted into a piece of the loop cable. Run the jumper along side the existing cable. Follow the steps mentioned above and eliminate section by section.
Troubleshooting Setting Up a Test Loop When setting up a test loop, you bypass the perimeter antenna and attempt to lock a cart wheel using a small local antenna hooked directly to the CentralTransmitter (CT). 1. Power off the CT by pulling the plug from the wall outlet or de-energizing the circuit breaker at the panel. 2. Disconnect the perimeter antenna terminals from the terminal block. 3. Create a small local loop by connecting 10-15 feet of 14AWG antenna wire to the antenna terminal blocks. 4.
Troubleshooting 3. Make sure the test wheels work by cycling them with a CartKey. The coupling signal is usually weak and hard to detect. Locking the wheel usually takes place when the shopper stops to load their cart or to inspect the merchandise. Sweep the areas with the test equipment and pay close attention to floor drains, electrical circuits, and building support beams. Note any areas of concern. 4. Check the CentralTransmitter.
Troubleshooting Mixed Wheel Environments There may be several different types or revisions of Gatekeeper wheels at a single store location, especially if the stores have been using the Gatekeeper System for some time, or carts are routinely moved between different stores. It is important to understand the differences in these wheels and how they operate together (or not). The four types of wheels you are most likely to encounter are Analog, GS1, GS1.1, and GS2, as shown in the figure below.
Troubleshooting Analog wheels (Red in color) are NOT compatible with any other version of Gatekeeper wheel. If you are providing service at an analog store, the only wheels that will work are the RED analog wheels. Grey or black wheels will not work. All versions of Grey and Black colored wheels will lock in a GS System digital environment; however, they will react to the encoded signal at different ranges.
Material Specification Sheets 11 Material Specification Sheets This section contains specification for the following products.
Material Specification Sheets 14AWG Traffic Loop GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Material Specification Sheets Twisted Pair (neutral) GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Material Specification Sheets Twisted Pair (neutral) (cont). GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
Material Specification Sheets Tri-American Cold Pour GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
