Ghost Controls DTP1, Installation And Owner'S Manual

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S Y S T E M S A F E T Y
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This manual contains important safety precautions and
warnings for both the installer and end users or consumers
of this automatic gate opener system. The following warn-
ings and safety are intended to apply to the most common
applications but may not apply to all possible installation
and applications for these products. To reduce risk of
injury or death:
I.
Carefully read and follow all safety precautions,
warnings, installation and operating instructions.
II.
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE
GATE CONTROLS. Do not allow children or pets
to play near the gate opener system. Keep all gate
control accessories such as remote transmitters,
keypads, and push buttons out of reach of children
and store in a secure area when not in use.
III
. Understand how to disconnect the power and
manually open the gate (beginning on page 65)
BEFORE you begin using the gate opener system.
If you are unsure of any of these steps, please con-
tact GHOST CONTROLS
®
Technical Support at
850-898-1411 or online at https://myghostcontrols.
force.com/Support/s .
IV.
Disconnect the gate operator from the gate only
when the gate is not in motion and the opener
system is turned off.
V.
Moving gates can be dangerous. No one, including
people or animals, should cross the path of a moving
gate. Maintain a safe distance from moving parts
and avoid any areas where hands or fingers could
be pinched.
VI.
Become familiar with potential entrapment zones as
shown below and avoid these areas when the gate is
turned on.
VII
. The gate opener system must be installed only
in applications that it is specifically designed for
including: frequency of use, length, and weight
of the gate.
VIII.
Install the gate operator system on the inside of
the property, gate, or fence line to prevent public
access to it. Most applications are installed in a pull-
to-open configuration so that the gate opens into
the property and away from any public roads.
IX.
The control board for the gate operator system
should be protected from unauthorized access
inside the control box to prevent tampering or
adjustments to its setting once installed. The
control box is designed so that a padlock can be
attached to keep the box securely closed. An
accessory Clevis Pin (AXCL) is available for
purchase to secure the operator(s) to the gate
with a padlock.
X.
Keypads and push-buttons to activate the gate
operator system must be a minimum of 10' away
IN DIRECT LINE OF SIGHT VISIBILITY TO
THE GATE so that the user can verify that any
potential entrapment areas are clear of potential
obstructions.
XI.
The included warning signs must be attached to
each side of the gate to alert the public of the
automatic gate operator system. Please contact
GHOST CONTROLS
®
Technical Support for
replacement signs if yours become damaged.
XII.
While the gate is moving do not drive into the gate
area to prevent entrapment and potential damage
to your vehicle, gate, AND the gate opener system.
XIII.
Do not attempt to “race the gate” by driving
through the gate while it is opening or closing. This is
extremely dangerous and can cause damage to your
vehicle, gate, AND the gate opener system.
XIV.
Maintain the gate and the gate opener system to
make sure that the gate continues to swing freely
and is level throughout the entire swing path.
The gate hinges should be lubricated regularly,
the condition of the battery checked every few
months, and all connections checked no less than
an annual basis.
XV.
In the event that you sell the gate opener system
or your property with a system installed, please
provide these instructions to the new owners. The
most recent version of these instructions can be
found on our support website at https://myghost-
controls.force.com/Support/s .
SYSTEM SAFETY
GATE OPENER SYSTEMS