Maintenance & Cleaning
tained more frequently.
Annual Servicing
- Secure all nuts & bolts throughout each model. This includes concrete anchors, carriage bolts
holding together mainframes, and the bolts holding the control head assembly together.
- Remove the index pin assembly from the control head by disconnecting the two extension springs
& apply white lithium grease. Use 3-in-1 oil on the index pin roller.
- If the unit is a High Security series full height turnstile, add grease to the rotor’s roller bearing by
Biennial Servicing
- Disassemble the control head by removing the 4x socket head cap screws holding the top casting
to the bottom casting (and the triangular limit switch cam if equipped).
- Clean any loose debris / grease from the inside of the casting.
- Inspect internal components for wear and replace as needed.
- Apply 3-in-1 oil to the bronze bushings on the locking bar assemblies and shock piston.
- Apply white lithium grease to the shock piston where it enters the bronze housing.
- Reassemble the control head assembly, using removable strength (typically blue) thread sealer
(such as Loctite 243) on the head bolts to ensure the assembly stays together.
Cleaning
normal.
- Powder coated surfaces should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Formula 409. Inspect
- Stainless steel surfaces should be polished with a stainless steel wax or polish. Contrary to common
belief, stainless steel is not rust proof. Exposure to certain chemicals and harsh environments such as
ocean air or chemical plants may cause surface corrosion. Minor discoloration can be removed with a
rust penetrating product (such as PB Blaster) along with non-scratching scouring pads. Severe cases
of contamination may require the use of specialty products. We have had great success with products
such as Stellar Solutions’ Citrisurf 2310 Rust Remover and Passivation Solution.
- The decorative solid surface tops on our Executive models, Beacon models and some PassThru
models should be polished with furniture polish (such as Scott’s Liquid Gold Wood Cleaner). Allowing
the product to soak into the material for a few minutes easily restores the surface’s luster.
- Polycarbonate plastic should only be cleaned following the plastic manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions.
DO NOT USE ANY PRODUCTS THAT INCLUDE AMMONIA OR OTHER HIGH PH PRODUCTS.
If
the model purchased includes polycarbonate plastic, see the section of the manual dedicated to
cleaning it (starting on the next page). Failure to use appropriate cleaning methods will cause
aesthetic and structural damage to the plastic which will not be covered under the warranty.
Control heads can be removed from the turnstile and shipped to the factory at any time for repairs
and maintenance. Please include contact information so we can call to discuss any issues your control
head may have.
512-321-4426
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