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Installation Manual
for the
SINGLE Gate Operator System
FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION ONLY!
WARNING!
This equipment is similar to other gate or door equipment and meets or exceeds
Underwriters Laboratory Standard 325 (UL 325). However, gate equipment has
hazards associated with its use and therefore by installing this product the installer
and user accept full responsibility for following and noting the installation and
safety instructions. Failure to follow installation and safety instructions can result
in hazards developing due to improper assembly. You agree to properly install this
product and that if you fail to do so GTO, Inc. shall in no event be liable for direct,
indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of profits whether
based in contract tort or any other legal theory during the course of the warranty
or at any time thereafter. The installer and/or user agree to assume responsibility
for all liability and use of this product releasing GTO, Inc. from any and all
liability. If you are not in agreement with this disclaimer or do not feel capable
of properly following all installation and safety instructions you may return this
product for full replacement value.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY before
attempting to install and use this automatic gate operator. This gate operator
produces a high level of force. Stay clear of the unit while it is operating and
exercise caution at all times.
All automatic gate operators are intended for use on vehicular gates only.
This product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325, the standard which regulates gate operator safety,
as established and made effective March 1, 2000, by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
For more information on GTO/PRO's full line of automatic gate openers and access controls visit our website at www.gtopro.com
2007 GTO, Inc.
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  • Page 1 You agree to properly install this product and that if you fail to do so GTO, Inc. shall in no event be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of profits whether based in contract tort or any other legal theory during the course of the warranty or at any time thereafter.

  • Page 2: Conversion Chart

    The GTO/PRO® 4000XL Gate Operator is intended for use with vehicular swing gates. The operator can be used in Class I, Class II, Class III and Class IV applications. VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS CATEGORIES Residential Vehicular Gate Operator-Class I: A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a home of one-to-four single family dwelling, or a garage or parking area associated therewith.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Gate Operator Class Categories ------------------------------------------------------------inside cover Units and Standards Conversion Chart ---------------------------------------------------inside cover PLEASE READ THIS FIRST! -------------------------------------------------- page iii Important Safety Instructions -------------------------------------------------- page 1 Disconnecting the Operator -----------------------------------------------------------page 1 Important Safety Instructions for the Consumer ------------------------------------page 2 Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment ------------------------------page 5 Required Safety Precautions for Gates -----------------------------------------------page 6 Warning Signs and Labels -------------------------------------------------------------page 7...

  • Page 4: Please Read This First

    Thank you for purchasing a GTO/PRO® 4000XL When correctly installed and properly used, your GTO/PRO® 4000XL Operator will give you many years of reliable service. Please read the following information to ensure you have the correct system for your particular needs. This manual will enable you to properly install your GTO/PRO®...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Because GTO automatic gate operators are only part of the total gate operating system, it is the responsibility of the consumer to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions For The Consumer

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For The Consumer WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to meet the requirements set forth in the instruction manual could cause severe injury and/or death, for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible. When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main thoroughfare, make sure the system is placed far enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Entrapment Zones for a proper Pull-To-Open installation: Zone 1 – leading edge of the gate and the fence post. Zone 2 – between the gate and the gate post. Zone 3 – the path of the gate. Zone 4 –...
  • Page 8 If any of these signs or warning decals become damaged, illegible or missing, replace them immediately. Contact GTO for free replacements. The gate is automatic and could move at any time, posing a serious risk of entrapment. No one should be in contact with the gate when it is moving or stationary.

  • Page 9: Secondary Means Of Protection Against Entrapment

    The GTO/PRO® 4000XL utilizes Type A, an inherent (i.e., built-in) entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection. Also, the GTO/PRO® 4000XL has provisions for the connection of Type B2 protection to be used as the secondary type of entrapment protection, if desired.

  • Page 10: Required Safety Precautions For Gates

    Required Safety Precautions for Gates Install Warning Signs Warning signs alert people of automatic gate operation and are required when installing the GTO/PRO® 4000XL Automatic Gate Operator. Furthermore, a walk-through gate must be installed if pedestrian traffic is expected near the vehicular gate.

  • Page 11: Warning Signs And Labels

    3. Pull operator away from front or real mounts. Disconnect operator ONLY when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving. GTO, Inc. Tallahassee, Florida USA Product identification and manual operation instruction Warning signs (2 enclosed) to be installed on each side label (1) installed on right side of control box.

  • Page 12: Parts List

    Single Gate Operator Parts List Operator and Mounting Hardware Customer Support Card (1) Master Operator Arm (1) 6’ Power Cable PRO4000ARMXL BRACKET BOX - HB4000 Closed Position Gate Bracket (1) Stop Plate (1) Post Bracket (1) Post Pivot Bracket (1) HARDWARE BAG - H200HD 1/2"...

  • Page 13: Installation

    See page 19, Powering the System and the Accessory Catalog for wire and solar charging panels. • If the gate is more than 1000' away from an AC power source you will need to use at least one GTO Solar Panel to trickle charge the battery.

  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    • The system is powered by a 12 Vdc, 7.0 Ah, sealed, rechargeable acid battery. • Battery charge is maintained by a 120 Vac, 18 Vac output transformer rectified to 14.5 Vdc (40 VA) through the GTO control board. Blade-style control board fuse is rated for 25 A.

  • Page 15: Installation Overview

    Installation Overview Pull-to-Open Gates (Gate Opens into the Property) The diagram shown below is an example of a pull-to-open installation on a chain link fence and single gate. Mounting the operator on a masonry column requires special procedures; see Column Installation Information on page 36 if you intend to mount the operator on a column.

  • Page 16: Installing The Mounting Hardware

    Installing Mounting Hardware Installing the Post Bracket Assembly The post bracket is designed to work on a flat fence post. Fence posts must be at least 6” square in order to mount the post bracket. NOTE: The best method of attaching the post bracket to metal post is welding.
  • Page 17 Step 2: Position the post bracket on the fence post with the mounting holes centered over the scribe line. The post bracket should be flush with the edge of the fence post closest to the gate (see illustration). Mark the position of post bracket holes on the fence post.
  • Page 18 Clevis Pin Step 5: Position the operator rear mount between post pivot bracket. Place a small bushing under the rear mount. Align the hole in rear mount, bushing and post pivot brackets and secure with the clevis pin and hair pin clip. Operator Hairpin Clip Small Bushing Goes...

  • Page 19: Installing The Gate Bracket

    Step 8: Gate in the 2" minimum CLOSED POSITION Remove the clevis pin from the front mount and Pinch Area while supporting the gate operator, swing the gate and gate operator to the closed position. With the gate and gate operator in the closed position check the clearance and be sure that the gate operator is not binding at the...

  • Page 20: Mounting The Operator

    Installation of the Closed Position Stop The GTO/PRO® 4000XL Gate Operator firmly holds the gate in the closed position using the positive stop plate. The positive stop helps stabilize the gate leaf in the closed position. To further enhance the stability and security of your gate, install the optional GTO/PRO®...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Control Box

    At this stage of the installation, the operator should be installed on the gate and the closed position stop should be in place. Check List • The gate is plumb, level, and swings smoothly on its hinges. • A plate or support was added for the gate bracket (if necessary). •...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Operator Power Cable

    Connecting Operator Power Cable Step 1 Make sure the control box power switch is in the OFF position. The ON/OFF Switch is located on the bottom of the control box. Remove the control box cover and slide the battery into position with its terminals to the BOTTOM (see illustration).

  • Page 23: Powering The System

    • All low voltage wire used with the GTO PRO® Gate Opener must be 16 gauge dual conductor, multi-stranded, direct burial wire (see page 20 and the Accessory Catalog). Do not run more than 1000 feet of wire.
  • Page 24 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LOW VOLTAGE WIRE The only wire acceptable for use with GTO products is 16 gauge multi-stranded, low voltage, PVC sheathed wire. This particular gauge enables the transformer to provide an adequate charge through the control board to the battery at distances up to 1000 ft.
  • Page 25 Step 6 Strip " of insulation from the ends of the low voltage wire. Attach these stripped ends to the transformer terminals. A dab of household petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion. Make sure the exposed wires do not touch each other! Step 7 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet.

  • Page 26: Control Board Settings

    CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS DIP Switches Main DIP Switch Settings (MODES) DIP Switch #1 - Soft Start/Stop ON - Soft start enabled (factory preset). OFF - Soft start disabled. The Soft Start/Stop feature slowly starts the gate as it begins to open and slows the gate as it comes to the closed position.

  • Page 27: Setting The Closed Position

    11. If the transmitter does not activate the gate operator you may have to reset the transmitter code (see pg 25). TURN CONTROL BOX ON Your GTO PRO® has two Limit Settings 1) OPEN Limit setting: (Gate in the OPEN POSITION / the limit is FACTORY SET and NOT ADJUSTABLE) The open limit setting is the fully open position.

  • Page 28: Obstruction Sensitivity

    Obstruction Sensitivity Potentiometer IMPORTANT: For safety reasons the obstruction setting or Stall Force on the GTO PRO® control AUTO CLOSE TIME AUTO CLOSE TIME STALL FORCE STALL FORCE STALL FORCE board comes from the factory set at MIN (minimum). In many gate in-...

  • Page 29: Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code

    Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code All GTO transmitters are set to a standard code at the factory and are ready to operate your GTO PRO® Gate Opener . For ® your safety and security, however, we strongly recommend that you replace the factory setting with your own personal code.

  • Page 30: Installing The Receiver

    • Standard receiver cable length is 10 feet (receivers with a longer cable are available as special order items; call the GTO Sales Department). NEVER splice receiver cable! • Run the cable through PVC conduit to protect it from damage.

  • Page 31: Connecting Accessories

    Connecting Accessories Input Connections NOTE: • All control inputs are dry-contact, normally open, inputs. DO NOT apply external voltage sources to these inputs. • All inputs are connected with respect to COMMON terminal. • The status LED will blink once when its corresponding input is activated. COM: Circuit common (reference for all logic input) •...

  • Page 32: Wiring Accessories

    GTO/PRO Photo Beams LOOP GTO/PRO Push Button Control GTO/PRO Vehicle Sensor Refer to Vehicle Sensor manual for additional connections. NOTE: Connections are for typical applications. GTO/PRO Keypad There may be additional connection options for applications that are not illustrated here.

  • Page 33: Push To Open Installation

    Connecting Other Auxiliary Devices (Mag Locks, Sirens, Lights, etc.} • These 2 terminals are normally open 'dry-contact' (no voltage) relay ouput. • These 2 terminals are ON (shorted) whenever the gate is moving and OFF (opened) otherwise. • These 2 terminals maximum rating is 24Vdc, 1 Amp. Push to Open Installation Determining The Mounting Position of The Post Bracket Assembly...
  • Page 34 Step 3 With the gate in the fully closed position and the operator retracted, align the operator to the gate. Mark reference points for bolt holes on gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots. The operator must be level. Drill "...

  • Page 35: Setting Open Position Limit

    Setting the Open Position Limit Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position, and the gate is in the CLOSED POSITION. Step 2 Activate your opener by pressing the entry transmitter button. Your gate should now be moving from the closed position toward the open position.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If your gate opener does not function properly after it is installed, use this guide before calling the GTO Service Department. Generation 3 Audible Feedback Symptom Diagnosis Check: 1 short beep upon Blown Fuse • Fuse activation Low or Bad Battery •...
  • Page 37 Generation 3 Visual Feedback Symptom Diagnosis Check: Disconnect the push button, keypad, intercom keypad, or any other accessory Status (clear) Cycle Terminal wired to this terminal. Try the remote. If the remote works, then the problem is 1 blink Shorted the accessory.
  • Page 38 ® PROFESSIONAL ACCESS SYSTEMS The GTO, Inc. Technical Service Department is open Monday – Friday 8:00 – 7:00 (Eastern Time) A.M. P.M. Telephone (800) 543-1236 Telephone (850) 575-4144 Fax (850) 575-8950 • Web site: www.gtopro.com...

  • Page 39: Repair Service

    1. First use the procedures found in the Troubleshooting Guide (see page 34). 2. If you are unable to solve the problem, call the GTO Service Department at (800) 543-1236, or (850) 575-4144. Refer to the serial number (located on the right side of the control box) and date of purchase when calling for assistance.

  • Page 40: Column Installation Information

    Column Installation Information F THIS OPERATOR WILL BE USED WITH GATES THAT ARE MOUNTED ON MASONRY, BRICK, OR ROCK (etc.) COLUMNS: READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING The simplest solution is to install the operator in a push-to-open configuration. The minimum clearance is easier to achieve and clearance is no longer a problem, since the operator will be pushing the gate away from the column instead of pulling it toward the column.

  • Page 41: Accessory Catalog

    ACCESSORIES Solar Panel (FM123), (FM122) The Solar Panel is a 10 watt solar powered battery charger for use with the all GTO/PRO DC gate operator systems. Particularly suited for remote installations, each Solar Panel comes with tubular steel support, mounting clips, wire connectors, and 8 ft. of low voltage wire (see Low Voltage Wire for additional wire).
  • Page 42 1-800-543-GATE! The contents of all material available on this installation manual are copyrighted by GTO, Inc. (“GTO”), unless otherwise indicated. All rights are reserved by GTO, and content may not be reproduced, downloaded, disseminated, published, or transferred in any form or by any means, except with the prior, written permission of GTO. Any reprinting of GTO publications is by permission only. Copyright infringement is a violation of federal law.

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