AGA GATEMASTER 900 HD, Installation Manual

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Assemble the post bracket, but hand tighten the bolts for now to allow adjustment to be
made
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Open the gear motor cover and take out the mounting pin
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Attach the post bracket to the operator arm
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Attach the gate bracket to the operator arm
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Tighten the bolt all the way, then loosen it ½ turn so that it has tension but it can still
turn
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Turn the key and lift the release lever, then extend the arm all the way out (The arm will
be in this completely extended position when the gate is closed)
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Determine where you will mount the operator -- It is better to be near the center of the
gate than at the top or bottom
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Using a level, hold the arm up to the gate and post
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Use a marker to mark the position of the post bracket and the gate bracket. Ensure the
arm is level.
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Remove the brackets from the operator arm. This makes it easier to mount the brackets.
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Using a clamp, mount the post bracket onto the post. Do not drill and bolt yet.