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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(CONTINUED)
BEFORE GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION
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Confirm that the gate operator being installed is
appropriate for the application.
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Confirm that the gate is designed and built
according to the current published industry
standards.
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Confirm that all appropriate safety features and
safety accessory devices are being installed,
including all entrapment protection devices.
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Make sure that the gate opens and closes freely
(by hand) before installing the operator.
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Repair or replace worn or damaged gate
hardware before installing the gate operator.
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Eliminate all gaps in the sliding gate below a 6
foot height that permits a 2 1/4” sphere to pass
through any location. This includes the area of
the adjacent fence covered when the gate is in
the open position
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Eliminate all gaps in a swing gate below a 4 foot
height that permits a 4” sphere to pass through
any location. This includes the hinge area of the
gate.
GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION
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Operator must be disconnected from the power
source before attempting any installation of
accessories.
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Install gate operator according to the installation
instructions in this manual.
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Adjust the operator clutch or load sensing device
to the minimum force setting that will allow for
reliable gate operation.
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Install the operator inside the fence line. Do not
install the operator on the public side of the fence
line.
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Install a proper electrical ground to the gate
operator.
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Controls intended for user activation must be
located at least 6 feet away from any moving part
of the gate, and where the user is prevented
from reaching over, under, around, or through
the gate to operate the controls.
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Outdoor or easily accessible controls shall have
a security feature to prevent unauthorized use.
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The stop and/or reset button must be located in
the line of sight of the gate. Activation of the
operator reset control shall not cause the
operator to move.
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Install a minimum of 2 warning signs, one on
each side of the gate where they are easily
visible.
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Take pictures of the installation.
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Test all safety features for proper function before
placing the automatic vehicular gate in
operation.
MAINTENANCE
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Train owners/users on the basic functions and
safety features of the gate system, including
how to turn off the power and operate the
manual disconnect feature.
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Leave safety instructions, product literature,
installation manual, and maintenance manual
with the owner or end user.
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Explain to the owner or end user the importance
of routine service and operator testing on a
monthly basis.
INSTALL THE GATE OPERATOR ONLY WHEN YOU
HAVE READ THE FOLLOWING
36VDC MANUAL (09.2020)
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