Before Installation - GEM AD500 Instruction Manual

6. Before Installation

For security and vandalism prevention, always mount the operator access in the interior of a building
whenever possible.
This product is used only for single door applications. The AD500-DB automatic operator is used on
double doors.
Examine the indoor and outdoor wind pressure before installing the AD500. To assure the proper
operation and the best performance, please make a regular check of your operator.
Make sure that the door leaf is properly reinforced at the installation points.
Consider all power wire entry locations and signaling wires before preparing for installation.
Stand with your back against the hinges. If door opens at your left side, it is left-handed. If door opens
at your right side, it is right-handed. Right Hand shown in the diagram.
Make sure to identify the door swing direction, whether left hand or right hand, and inswing or outswing.
The operator must be installed inside of the room.
Outdoor
left hand outswing doors
Outdoor
left hand inswing doors
Indoor
Indoor
Outdoor
Indoor
right hand outswing doors
Outdoor
Indoor
right hand inswing doors
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