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DUAL GATE OPENER
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 Gates That Open, LLC, 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 Gates That Open, LLC, 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 openers are intended for use on vehicular gates only.
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.
E-Z GATE/ Mighty Mule/GTO Sales: 1-800-543-GATE (4283) or (850) 575-0176 • Fax (850) 575-8912
or E-Z GATE/ Mighty Mule/GTO Technical Service: 1-800-543-1236 or (850) 575-4144 • Fax (850)575-8950
Printed in China for Gates That Open, LLC.
Installation Manual
FM402
and
WARNING!
3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303
www.mightymule.com
®
rev-06.19.12

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  • Page 1 March 1, 2000, by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303 E-Z GATE/ Mighty Mule/GTO Sales: 1-800-543-GATE (4283) or (850) 575-0176 • Fax (850) 575-8912 or E-Z GATE/ Mighty Mule/GTO Technical Service: 1-800-543-1236 or (850) 575-4144 • Fax (850)575-8950 www.mightymule.com...
  • Page 2 Class Rating The E-Z Gate Dual Opener is intended for use with vehicular swing gates in single family residential applications. The opener is system certified to be in compliance with UL 325, current edition, as of publication date. Vehicular Gate Opener Class Categories: Residential Vehicular Gate Opener—Class I: A vehicular gate opener (or system) intended for use in...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Please Read This First ....................ii Important Safety Instructions .................. iii–viii How to Manually Open and Close the Gate: .............. iii For the Consumer .......................iv Required Safety Precautions for Gates ..............vi Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment ..........vii Entrapment Alarm (UL 325;...

  • Page 4: Please Read This First

    Open/Push-To-Open diagram on page 3. The gates must not exceed 12 ft. or 300 lbs. per leaf (see Technical Specifications on page 1). The E-Z Gate Opener can be used on vinyl, aluminum, chain link, farm tube, and wrought iron gates.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    ONLY disconnect the opener when the opener power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving. Because the E-Z gate opener is battery powered, disconnect the opener ONLY when the power switch on the contol box is turned OFF. Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the opener OFF.

  • Page 6: For The Consumer

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For The Consumer WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to meet the requirements set forth in the instruction manual could cause severe injury or death, for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible. 2.
  • Page 7 1. Attach the warning signs (included) to each side of the gate to alert the public of auto matic gate operation. It is your responsibility to post warning signs on both sides of your gate. If any of these signs or warning decals become damaged, illegible or missing, replace them immediately. Contact GTO for free replacements. (See pg viii) 2.

  • Page 8: Required Safety Precautions For Gates

    7. To operate this equipment safely, YOU must know how to disconnect the opener for manual gate operation (page iii). If you have read the instructions and still do not understand how to disconnect the opener, contact the GTO Service Department.

  • Page 9: Secondary Means Of Protection Against Entrapment

    The E-Z Gate Opener utilizes Type A, an inherent (i.e., built-in) entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection. Also, the E-Z Gate Opener has provisions for the connection of Type B2 protection to be used as the secondary type of entrapment protection, if desired.

  • Page 10: Warning Labels

    Frequency: 0Hz; Power: 25W • Class I Vehicular Swing Gate Operator Logo and warning labels (4) installed on each side of opener housings If any of these signs or warning decals become damaged, illegible or missing, replace them immediately. Contact GTO at 1-800-543-GATE (4283) for free replacements. viii rev 06.13.12...

  • Page 11: 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, 14 Vac output transformer (20 VA) through the E-Z GATE control board or by optional E-Z GATE Solar Panels; the panel should generate minimum of 10 Watts. A diode on the control board prevents battery discharge. IMPORTANT: Never use both transformer and solar panel— this will damage the battery and control board.

  • Page 12: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin 1. Determine Charging Options for Battery: Transformer OR Solar NEVER USE TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL(S) AT THE SAME TIME! It will damage the control board! IMPORTANT: • The EZ-GATE's 12 volt battery must be charged by either connecting the transformer (included) or solar panel kit to the control board. • The transformer is designed for indoor use. If the transformer can be plugged only into an outside electrical outlet, a weatherproof cover/housing (available at local electrical supply stores) must be used.

  • Page 13: Check Direction Of Gate Swing

    2. Check Direction of Gate Swing The E-Z GATE Opener is designed for PULL-TO-OPEN installations. PUSH-TO-OPEN installations require two Push-To- Open brackets [E-Z GATE Push Bracket]. Push-to-Open Installation Instructions begin on page 19. Your Property Your Property Pull-To-Open Push-To-Open (arm retracts to open) (arm extends to open) 3.

  • Page 14: Parts List - Opener And Mounting Hardware

    Parts List – Opener and Mounting Hardware WARNING Battery (1) Moving Gate Can Cause Transformer (1) Injury Or Death KEEP CLEAR! Gate may move at any time. Control Box w/ Do not allow children to operate gate or play in gate area. Battery Box (1) This gate is for vehicles only.

  • Page 15: Tools And Materials

    Tools and Materials Tools Needed: • Power Drill • Open End Wrenches — " and " • Adjustable Wrench • " Drill Bit • Hacksaw or Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters • Small Flat Bladed Screwdriver • Large Phillips Screwdriver • Tape Measure • Level • Wire Strippers • C-Clamps — small, medium, and large • Center Punch • Hammer (for center punch) • Extra person will be helpful Materials You May Need for the Installation: These items are NOT included with the gate opener kit. Some of these items can be purchased separately. • Low voltage wire will be needed to run from the transformer to the opener control board; length depends upon the distance between the transformer power supply and the control box.

  • Page 16: Installation Overview For Pull-To-Open Gates

    Installation Overview for Pull-To-Open Gates PUSH-TO-OPEN installation instructions begin on page 19. Example of an installation on a chain link fence: Control Box / Battery Box Gate Swings Evenly and Freely Hung Firmly and Plumb 120 Volt indoor Transformer First Opener Second Opener (surge protector not supplied)

  • Page 17: Installation Of The First Gate Opener

    Installation of the FIRST Gate Opener IMPORTANT: Determine which side of the driveway you will mount the control box. From this point on, the gate and gate opener on the same side as the control box will be referred to as the FIRST gate and gate opener. The gate and gate opener on the opposite side of the driveway from the control box will be referred to as the SECOND gate and gate opener.

  • Page 18: Install Post Bracket Assembly And Gate Bracket

    Install Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket Step 1 " x 1 " Bolt Insert the " x 1 " bolt through the center hole of the post brackets and post pivot bracket. Secure with a " washer and " lock nut. DO NOT overtighten the lock nut (the post pivot bracket will have to be adjusted later).
  • Page 19 Step 5 Gate in the Be sure the position of the gate opener and CLOSED POSITION brackets allows for 1" of clearance between 1" minimum Pinch Area the gate and the opener in both the open and closed position, while at the same time maintaining a maximum distance of 13"...

  • Page 20: Attach Opener Arms

    Step 9 EXAMPLES TOP VIEW Drill " holes through post as marked. Fasten post bracket assembly Gate Bracket to the fence post using two " x 8" bolts, washers and lock nuts. You Mounting must use bolts that completely penetrate the post. Examples Round Metal Post Step 10...

  • Page 21: Install The Closed Position Stop Plates

    To further enhance the stability and security of your gate, install an optional automatic gate lock. If you will be using a gate lock with your gate opener system, the closed position ground stop is required. (Call GTO at 1-800-543-GATE for...

  • Page 22: Mount Battery Box And Control Box

    Closed Position Stop Plate mounted on the SECOND GATE Step 4 SIDE VIEW Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate, attach the vertical Closed Position Stop Plate closed position stop plate to the SECOND gate frame at the point Low Profile Ground Stop where it will come in contact with the low profile ground stop.

  • Page 23: Connect Battery

    Connect Battery Step 4 Battery Verify that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Connect the BATTERY WIRE HARNESS wires to the battery --- RED wires to POSITIVE (+) battery terminal and BLACK wires to NEGATIVE (–) battery terminal. The BATTERY WIRES from the CONTROL BOARD should extend through the KNOCK-OUT in the back of the CONTROL BOX.

  • Page 24: Connect Opener Power Cables

    Connect Opener Power Cables Step 1 STATUS 1st OPR. Bring FIRST power cable into the control box through a strain relief slot, OPEN < JOG > CLOSE leaving enough wire to reach the FIRST OPR. terminal block. 2nd OPR. MAX OFF SEC.
  • Page 25 Step 3 Control and Battery Box Lay the low voltage wire in a trench following a path from the selected electrical outlet to the control box. Wires coming up from the ground should be run through PVC conduit to protect First Gate Opener them from lawn mower blades, weed eaters, and grazing 120 Volt indoor...

  • Page 26: Set Closed Position Limit

    Set Closed Position Limit (for Pull-To-Open Applications) Step 1 Power switch is on, gates are in the Gates in OPEN position, opener arms fully Control OPEN retracted. Postion NOTE: The opener arms must be extended more than 7 inches to set limits.

  • Page 27: Adjust Stall Force Setting

    Step 6 Press the remote again to allow the gates to fully close to verify that the closed position is set correctly. Control Gates in Closed Repeat steps 2 - 5 if necessary Position Gate Gate Opener Opener Adjust Stall Force Setting The Stall Force potentiometer controls the amount of force the opener will apply against an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction STATUS...

  • Page 28: Personalize Your Remote Setting

    Personalize Your Remote Setting All remotes have a standard setting and are ready to operate your E-Z Gate Opener. For your safety and security, we strongly recommend that you replace the factory setting with your own personal setting. NOTE: If you have multiple remotes, you should adjust all of them at this time.

  • Page 29: Push-To-Open Installation Instructions

    Push-To-Open Installation Instructions PUSH-TO-OPEN gates open out from the property (opener arms extend to open). E-Z GATE push brackets are required for this type of installation, one for each gate. In a Push-To-Open installation, the opener is installed while the gate is in the closed position and the opener fully is retracted.
  • Page 30 Step 3: Attach Opener Arms (page 10) Step 4: Install Closed Position Stop Plates (page 11) Step 5: Install the Control / Battery Box (page 12) Step 6: Connect Battery Harness (page 13) Step 7: Connect Opener Power Cables (page 14) Step 7: Connect the Transformer (page 14) OR Solar Charger (page 21) Step 8: Remove Push-To-Open Jumper A.

  • Page 31: Solar Panel Instructions

    Solar Panel Instructions NEVER USE TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL(S) AT THE SAME TIME! It will damage the control board! IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LOW VOLTAGE WIRE: • The only wire acceptable is low voltage,16 gauge, dual conductor, stranded,direct burial wire. This particular gauge enables the solar panel to provide an adequate charge through the control board to the battery at distances up to 250'.

  • Page 32: Connecting Accessories And Safety Devices

    Only use products that are certified and listed to be in compliance with any applicable UL standards (Underwriters Laboratories) and national and regional safety codes. Call GTO Sales at 1-800-543-GATE (4283) for information on compatible products for your specific application. Step 1 Turn control box OFF before connecting safety device wires to the control board.
  • Page 33 STATUS 1st OPR. Accessory Inputs OPEN < JOG > CLOSE SAFETY: Typically for use with photo beam device, loop detector or other non-contact sensors 2nd OPR. MAX OFF SEC. STALL FORCE AUTO CLOSE • Activation of this input while the gate is closing will cause the PWR. gate to stop and return to the opened position. LIMIT REMOVE JUMPER FOR • Activation of this input while the gate is opening has no effect...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If your gate opener does not function properly, use this guide or use the online troubleshooter at http://support.gtoinc.com before calling the GTO Service Department. VISUAL AND AUDIBLE DIAGNOSTIC INDICATORS 1. VISUAL INdICATORS: a. Power LEd (Green): • ON: AC power or Solar power is present. • OFF: There is no input power.

  • Page 35: Gate And Opener Maintenance

    1. First use the procedures found in the Visual and Audible Diagnostic Indicators section (page 24). 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 back of opener arm) and date of purchase when calling for assistance.
  • Page 36 Installation Manual ® DUAL GATE OPENER FM402...

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