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GTO SW-2500 Installation Manual

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Installation Manual for the
Automatic Gate Operator
US
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 opener. This gate opener
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 and
should never be used by pedestrians.
This product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325, the standard which regulates gate opener safety,
as established and made effective March 1, 2000, by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
GTO/PRO • 3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303
Telephone GTO/PRO Sales: 1-800-543-GATE (4283) or (850) 575-0176 • Fax (850) 575-8912
or GTO/PRO Technical Service: 1-800-543-1236 or (850) 575-4144 • Fax (850)575-8950
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

    Please record the product serial number (located on the right hand side of the control box), and the date and place of purchase in the spaces provided below. Refer to this information when calling GTO/PRO for service or assistance with your automatic gate opener. Serial Number ____________________ Date of Purchase ____________________ Remember to keep all receipts for proof of purchase.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Gate Opener Class Categories -------------------------------------------------------------inside cover Units and Standards Conversion Chart ---------------------------------------------------inside cover PLEASE READ THIS FIRST! -------------------------------------------------- Important Safety Instructions -------------------------------------------------- Disconnecting the Opener -------------------------------------------------------------page  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 Installation --------------------------------------------------------------------------...

  • Page 4: Please Read This First

    SW2500 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- SW2500 Automatic Gate Operator.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Because GTO/PRO automatic gate openers 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  – 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/PRO 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

    ENTRAPMENT ALARM (UL 325; 30A.1.1A) The GTO/PRO Gate Opener is designed to stop and reverse within 2 seconds when the gate comes in contact with an obstruction. Additionally, these openers are equipped with an audio entrapment alarm which will activate if the unit obstructs twice while opening or closing.

  • 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 gate operator. Furthermore, a walk-through gate must be installed if pedestrian traffic is expected near the vehicular gate. We recommend using the GTO/PRO Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock (Call the GTO/PRO Sales Department) for controlled access.

  • Page 11: Warning Signs And Labels

    Logo and warning labels (2) installed on each side of operator housing. These warning labels should be found at the locations specified below. If any of them are missing, immediately contact GTO/PRO for replacements. DC 2500 Series Conforms to UL 325 STANDARDS Maximum Gate: 500 lb.

  • Page 12: Parts List

    Single Gate Opener Parts List Opener and Mounting Hardware Gate Bracket (1) Closed Position Stop Plate (1) Post Bracket (2) 3/8" x 8" Bolt (4) 3/8" x 3" Bolt (2) 3/8" x 2" Bolt (1) 5/16" x 1-3/4" Bolt (1) 3/8"...

  • Page 13: Installation

    See Powering the System on page 9, and the Accessory Catalog. • PVC conduit. • If your gate is more than 000' away from an ac power source you will need to use at least one GTO/PRO 5 watt Solar Panel to trickle charge the battery. See the Accessory Catalog.

  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    • Battery charge is maintained by a GTO/PRO Solar Panel Charger: float voltage of 4.5 Vdc output is from a solar panel. Generates a minimum of 5 W at 300 mA. A gated diode on the control board prevents battery discharge.

  • Page 15: Preparation Of The Gate

    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 opener on a masonry column requires special procedures; see Column Installation Information on page 37 if you intend to mount the opener on a column.

  • Page 16: Installation Of The Mounting Hardware

    Installation of Mounting Hardware The position of the post bracket determines the leverage and efficiency of the opener. The post bracket position also sets the clearance between the opener and gate in the open and closed positions (minimum 2 inches for safety reasons). The curved design of the post bracket works well for installations on round and square fence posts.
  • Page 17 Determining the Mounting Position of the Post Bracket Assembly and the Gate Bracket Step 3 Insert the " x 2" bolt through the center hole of the post brackets and post pivot bracket as shown. Fasten a " lock washer, "...
  • Page 18 for a minimum of 2 inches of clearance between the gate and the opener in both the open and closed positions, as shown in the diagrams below. This clearance will give the opener the most efficient leverage point for opening and closing the gate and more importantly provides the least possible pinch area.
  • Page 19 Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket Step 7 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the fence post through middle of bracket slots. Marking reference points in this manner allows room for adjustment when mounting the post bracket assembly and gate bracket.

  • Page 20: Mounting The Opener

    Installation of the Closed Position Stop The GTO/PRO® Gate Opener 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

    3 feet from an AC power source to prevent electrical interference. NOTE: The battery that came with your GTO/PRO ®SW2500, MUST be placed in the top (horizontal) battery slot with the terminals on the RIGHT. The extra (vertical) battery slot is for an optional second battery.
  • Page 22 Connecting Opener 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 RIGHT (see illustration).

  • Page 23: Powering The System

    • All low voltage wire used with the GTO/PRO® Gate Opener must be 6 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 7 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. (Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended.) HINT: Keep a few mothballs in the control box to discourage insects from entering it and damaging the control board. Step 6 Strip "...

  • Page 26: 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

    Pull to Open Applications TURN CONTROL BOX ON Your GTO/PRO® has two Limit Settings ) 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: Stall Force

    Stall Force Potentiometer IMPORTANT: For safety reasons the obstruction setting or Stall Force on the GTO/PRO® control board comes from the factory set at MIN (minimum). In many gate in- stallations this setting will need to be adjusted to overcome the weight and size of the gates.

  • 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 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 0 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 Additional Safety Devices

    PLEASE NOTE: Contact sensors are not included with the GTO/PRO® SW-2500. The GTO/PRO® SW-2500 is equipped with built-in obstruction sensitivity. The opener is designed to stop and reverse the gate within 2 seconds when it comes in contact with an obstruction. However, obstruction sensitivity, although functioning properly, may not be sensitive enough to prevent bodily injury in some circumstances.
  • Page 32 If not installing a shadow loop skip to next section. PLEASE NOTE: Non-contact sensors are not included with the GTO/PRO® SW-2500. The GTO/PRO® SW-2500 can also accept "Shadow Loop" input from a Loop Detector that provides normally open "dry- contact" connected to "Shadow" input terminal.

  • Page 33: Connecting Accessories

    If not connecting accessories skip to next section. Cycle Input The GTO/PRO® SW-2500 can accept NORMALLY OPEN, DRY-CONTACT accessories, such as; Push Button Entry Devic- es and Key Pads. Refer to the sensor manufacturer’s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate.
  • Page 34 GTO Lock Connection: Connect the red and black leads from the lock to the GTO LOCK terminal on the GTO/PRO® SW-2500 control board. You do not use the lock's control board when using GTO's board.

  • Page 35: Push To Open Installation

    Push to Open Installation Determining The Mounting Position of The Post Bracket Assembly Swinging gates shall not open into public access areas! A "Push-to-Open" gate opens out from the property. A Push-to-Open Bracket is required for this type of installation (see Accessory Catalog).
  • Page 36 Step 3 With the gate in the fully closed position and the opener retracted, swing the opener to the gate. Mark reference points for bolt holes on gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots. The opener must be level. (Some vertical adjustment is possible by sliding the post bracket assembly up and down.) Drill gate bracket to cross member using (2) 3/8"...

  • Page 37: Setting The 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 38: Maintenance & 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. Audible Feedback Symptom Diagnosis  short beep upon Blown Fuse activation Low or Bad Battery Loose Battery...
  • Page 39 Visual Feedback -Symptom Diagnosis Status (clear)  Cycle Terminal Shorted blink Status (clear) 2 Safety Terminal Shorted blinks Status (clear) 3 Exit Terminal Shorted blinks Status (clear) 4 Shadow Terminal Shorted blinks Status (clear) 5 Close Edge Terminal Shorted blinks Status (clear) 6 Open Edge Terminal Shorted...

  • Page 40: Repair Service

    . First use the procedures found in the Troubleshooting Guide (see page 34). 2. If you are unable to solve the problem, call the GTO/PRO Service Department at (800) 543-236, or (850) 575-444. Refer to the serial number (located on the right hand side of the control box) and date of purchase when calling for assistance.

  • Page 41: Column Installation Information

    The most difficult solution is to cut a notch in the column to accommodate the opener and power cable. This job is NOT for the inexperienced! Pivot Bracket The GTO, Inc. Technical Service Department is open Monday – Friday 8:00 Telephone (800) 543-1236 Telephone (850) 575-4144 Fax (850) 575-8950 •...

  • Page 42: Accessory Catalog

    ACCESSORIES Solar Panel (FM123), (FM122) The Solar Panel is a 0 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 43 If you have a question about GTO/PRO accessories 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 GTO®, GTO/PRO®, Bulldog®...

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