DKS Enterprises PC Compatible Multi-Door Access Controller 1838 User Manual

 

 

 

 

•  Prior to beginning the installation of the access control system, we suggest that you become 

familiar with the instructions, illustrations, and wiring guidelines in this manual.  This will help 
insure that you installation is performed in an efficient and professional manner. 

•  The proper installation of the access controller is an extremely important and integral part of 

the overall access control system.  Check all local building ordinances and building codes 
prior to installing this system.  Be sure your installation is in compliance with local codes. 

•  When used to control a door or pedestrian gate, try to locate the access controller as near as 

possible to the entry point.  The unit should be mounted on a rigid wall to prevent excessive 
shock and vibration from closing doors or gates.  Continuous vibration and shock from 
slamming doors or spring-loaded pedestrian gates will damage the circuit board.  Under no 
circumstances should the unit be mounted directly to a moving door or gate. 

•  ADA mounting requirements for door control.  The mounting of the access control device 

(card reader, keypad, etc.) shall be in such a way that it is readily usable by a person sitting 
in a wheelchair with an approximate eye level of 45 inches and shall comply with the 
following requirements: 

1.  If the clear floor space allows only forward approach to the device, the maximum high 

forward reach allowed is 48 inches above grade to the top of a keypad. 

2.  If the high forward reach to the system is over an obstruction of greater than 20 

inches but less than 25 inches, the maximum high forward reach allowed is 44 inches 
above grade to the top of a keypad. 

3.  If the clear floor space allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the 

maximum high side reach shall be 54 inches above grade to the top of a keypad. 

4.  If the high side reach is over an obstruction of 24 inches or less, the maximum high 

side reach allowed is 46 inches above grade to the top of a keypad. 

•  When used to control a vehicular gate with an automatic gate operator, the access 

control device (card reader, keypad, etc.) must be mounted a minimum of ten (10) feet 
away from the gate and gate operator, or in such a way that a person cannot operate 
the device and/or touch the gate or gate operator at the same time. 

•  Be sure that access control devices are installed so that they are not directly in the traffic 

lane.  Gooseneck mounting post and kiosks work well for these type systems.  When 
planning where to locate the access device, take into consideration traffic lane layouts, turn 
around lanes for rejected access, conduit runs, power availability, etc. 

•  This access system controller contains a number of static sensitive components that can be 

damaged or destroyed by static discharges during installation or use.  Discharge any static 
prior to removing the circuit board by touching a proper ground device. 

•  Instruct the end user to read and follow these instructions.  Instruct the end user to 

never let children play with or operate any access control device.  This Owner’s 
Manual is the property of the end user and must be left with them when installation is 
complete. 

 

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