Vehicular gate operator products provide convenience and security. However, gate operators must use high levels of force to move gates and most people
underestimate the power of these systems and do not realize the potential hazards associated with an incorrectly designed or installed system.
These hazards may include:
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Pinch points
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Entrapment areas
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Reach through hazards
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Absence of entrapment protection devices
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Improperly located access controls
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Absence of vehicle protection devices
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Absence of controlled pedestrian access
In addition to these potential hazards, automated vehicular gate systems must be installed in accordance with the UL 325 Safety Standard and the ASTM
F2200 Construction Standard. Most people are unaware of, or are not familiar with, these standards. If an automated vehicular gate system is not properly
designed, installed, used and maintained, serious injuries or death can result. Be sure that the installer has instructed you on the proper operation of the
gate and gate operator system.
Be sure that the installer has trained you about the basic functions of the required reversing systems associated with your gate operating system and how
to test them. These include reversing loops, inherent reversing system, electric edges, photoelectric cells, or other external devices.
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This Owner’s Manual is your property. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
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Be sure that all access control devices are installed a minimum distance of 6 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 device. If access control devices are installed in violation of these restrictions,
immediately remove the gate operator from service and contact your installing dealer.
Important Notices
Opening device MUST be mounted a
minimum of 6 feet from the gate and
NOT accessible through the gate!
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Loops and loop detectors, photo-cells or other equivalent devices must be installed to prevent the gate from closing on vehicular traffic.
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The speed limit for vehicular traffic through the gate area is 5 MPH. Install speed bumps and signs to keep vehicular traffic from speeding
through the gate area. Failure to adhere to posted speed limits can result in damage to the gate, gate operator, and to the vehicle.
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Be sure that all persons who will use the gate system are familiar with the proper use of the gate and gate operator and are familiar with the
possible hazards associated with the gate system.
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Be sure that warning signs are permanently installed on both sides of the gate in an area where they are fully visible to traffic.
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It is your responsibility to periodically check all entrapment protection devices. If any of these devices are observed to function improperly,
remove the operator from service immediately and contact your installing or servicing dealer.
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Follow the recommended maintenance schedule.
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Do not allow children to play in the area of the operator or to play with any gate-operating device.
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To remove the gate operator from service, operate the gate to the full open position and then shut off power to the operator at the service panel.
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