Table of Contents
Advertisement
2 - GATE INFORMATION
2.1 - ASTM F2200
Gates shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions given for the
appropriate gate type listed, refer to ASTM F2200 for additional gate types.
Protrusions shall not be permitted on any gate, refer to ASTM F2200 for
exceptions, if any.
Any non-automated gate that is to be automated in any manner should be
upgraded to conform to the provisions contained within the provisions of this
document and ASTM F2200 as applicable.
2.2 - Gate material
Gate building materials should be substantial and robust enough to sustain
constant usage, This gate opener is manufactured for commercial operations
primarily, and therefore the forces placed upon the gate may be in excess of
those which may be applied to a residential gate operation. In many instanc-
es, tensions, forces and leverages applied in a commercial atmosphere may
As a result of this instance, it is recommended that this gate opener never be
used in conjunction with any gate system not directly intended for constant
industrial or commercial operation.
2.3 - Gate latches
In association with this commercial slide gate operator, at no time should
manual gate latches or locks be used. The forces applied to a commercial
slide gate operator could be in excess of those forces which are safe for
bystanders. Should unnecessary forces be applied to a gate system which
is in the locked position, the catastrophic failure of the gate or locking mech-
anism could result in substantial damage, extensive physical injury and or
death.
This slide gate operator is intended for those locations where commercial
obstruction (gate). The gate system should be made of closed material types
which prevent any body part from entering, becoming entangled or otherwise
entering the gate in any manner. If the gate is not fully closed off from access,
the opening or closing of the gate system may result in severe damage, injury
or death.
2.5 - Slide gates
Slide gates are designed to slide or move horizontally across an entry control
point to prevent or allow controlled access by authorized persons or equip-
ment. Slide gate systems are not necessarily completely autonomous sys-
tems, and require regular maintenance and inspection on a periodic sched-
ule. Although with certain safety devices in place the gate system could oper-
ate as a completely independent system free from human interaction for a
longevity and safe operation over long periods of time.
Install the gate operator only when all openings of a horizontal slide gate are
guarded or screened from the bottom of the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.22
m) above the ground to prevent a 2-1/4 inch (57.2 mm) diameter sphere from
passing through the openings anywhere in the gate, and in that portion of the
adjacent fence that the gate covers in the open position.
2.6 - General requirements
facturer and the end user. As a result this manual has been written to make
all persons fully aware of the responsibilities required to ensure constant
safety, security and longevity are acquired throughout the life of the system.
of testing, analysis and statistical control analysis to ensure that this opera-
tor performs its intended function for extended periods of time. The installer
should ensure and verify that all required safety devices are installed cor-
rectly and in a manner consistent with the requirements of this manual.
Additionally, all devices, security devices, safety devices, sensors and other
accidental damage, removal or incidental tampering.
sensor is tripped, covered, disconnected or otherwise tampered with, that
www.ApolloGateOpeners.com | (800) 878-7829 | Sales@ApolloGateOpeners.com
the entire system ceases to function. If any part of the gate safety system
is removed or tripped, an immediate safety action by the gate operator is
expected (retraction or stoppage). If the gate safety system is not func-
tional, or fails to operate within these guidelines, the gate should be imme-
diately removed from service until repairs can be made.
allows an individual to stick their hands, head, feet or any other empen-
nages through the material, must be converted or covered in such a man-
ner so as to prevent such future actions. Application of materials, and how
to modify the gate system is up to the end user or installer, however care
should be taken to prevent such human interaction into the moving gate
system. No entry into the gate is ever authorized and should be prevent-
should always be used during installation!
installed with this gate operator to prevent the gate from closing on vehicu-
gate area. Failure to adhere to posted speed limits can result in damage to
the gate, gate operator, and to the vehicle.
gate operator. Be sure that all residents are familiar with the possible haz-
ards associated with the gate system.
these devices are observed to function improperly, remove the operator
from service immediately and contact your installing or servicing dealer.
every 180 days of use.
gate-operating device.
feet away from the gate and gate operator, or in such a way that a person
cannot touch the gate or gate operator while using the activating device. If
activating devices are installed in violation of these restrictions, immediately
remove the gate operator from service and contact your installing dealer.
position, shut off power to the operator at the service panel, and discon-
nect batteries.
AUTOMATIC GATES ARE
NOT FOR PEDESTRIANS!
Automatic gate openers are designed
can cause serious bodily injury or death.
to a separate walk-through gate.
-
3
Advertisement
Table of Contents
