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Gate Operator Class Categories ------------------------------------------------------------inside cover
Units and Standards Conversion Chart ---------------------------------------------------inside cover

PLEASE READ THIS FIRST! --------------------------------------------------

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Important Safety Instructions --------------------------------------------------

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Disconnecting the Operator -----------------------------------------------------------page 1

Important Safety Instructions for the Consumer ------------------------------------page 2

Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment ------------------------------page 5

Required Safety Precautions for Gates -----------------------------------------------page 6

Warning Signs and Labels -------------------------------------------------------------page 7

Installation --------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Parts List ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------page 8

Technical Speciﬁcations -------------------------------------------------------------page 10

Installation Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------ page 11

Installation of the Mounting Hardware ----------------------------------------------page 12

Mounting the Operator -----------------------------------------------------------------page 16

Installation of the Closed Position Stop ---------------------------------------------page 16

Powering the System --------------------------------------------------------------

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Solar Chart -------------------------------------------------------------------------------page 18

Connecting the Battery -----------------------------------------------------------------page 19

Detailed Wire Routing Diagram ------------------------------------------------------page 20

Connecting the Transformer -----------------------------------------------------------page 21

Connecting Solar Panel(s) -------------------------------------------------------------page 23

Control Board Settings ----------------------------------------------------------

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DIP Switches ----------------------------------------------------------------------------page 23

Setting the Closed Position -----------------------------------------------------------------page 24

Obstuction Sensitivity and Auto-Close ----------------------------------------------page 25

Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code -------------------------------------

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Installing the Receiver -----------------------------------------------------------

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Connecting Additional Safety Devices ----------------------------------------

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Connecting Accessories ----------------------------------------------------------

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Push to Open Installation --------------------------------------------------------

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Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide --------------------------------------

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Repair Service ---------------------------------------------------------------------

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Column Installation Information ----------------------------------------------

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Accessory Catalog ----------------------------------------------------------------

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Table of Contents

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Summary of Contents for SW-1500

Page 1: ...esponsibility for all liability and use of this product releasing GTO Inc from any and all liability If you are not in agreement with this disclaimer or do not feel capable of properly following all i...

Page 2: ...Operator is intended for use with vehicular swing gates The operator can be used in Class I Class II and Class III applications FOR YOUR RECORDS Please record the product serial number located on the...

Page 3: ...e 16 Installation of the Closed Position Stop page 16 Powering the System page 18 Solar Chart page 18 Connecting the Battery page 19 Detailed Wire Routing Diagram page 20 Connecting the Transformer pa...

Page 4: ...he operator will obstruct and stop The GTO PRO SW 1500 Automatic Gate Operator accommodates extra transmitters digital keypads solar panels push buttons automatic gate locks and other access control p...

Page 5: ...components serious injury or death Because GTO automatic gate operators are only part of the total gate operating system it is the responsibility of the consumer to ensure that the total system is saf...

Page 6: ...of gate its frequency of use and the proper class rating 2 Make sure the gate has been properly installed and swings freely in both directions Repair or replace all worn or damaged gate hardware prior...

Page 7: ...e careful with moving parts and avoid close proximity to areas where ngers or hands could be pinched 3 Devices such as contact sensors safety edges and non contact sensors photo beams provide addition...

Page 8: ...th and apply silicone spray to it at least once per month 7 Service the gate and gate operator regularly Grease hinges spray push pull tube with high quality silicone spray 8 To operate this equipment...

Page 9: ...Operator utilizes Type A an inherent i e built in entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection Also the GTO PRO has provisions for the connection of Type B2 protection to be...

Page 10: ...matic gate operation and are required when installing the GTO PRO SW 1500 Automatic Gate Operator Furthermore a walk through gate must be installed if pedestrian traf c is expected near the vehicular...

Page 11: ...installed under rear mount on arm Logo and warning labels 2 installed on each side of operator housing GTO DC SW1500 Series Conforms to UL325 5th Edition Standards Serial No PRO1500 0000000 12 31 04 G...

Page 12: ...rator 1 Gate Bracket 1 Post Pivot Bracket 1 3 8 Bushings 2 Customer Support Card 1 Post Bracket 2 Closed Position Stop Plate 1 2 Mounting Screw 5 E Z GATE OPENER Transformer 1 10 Battery Wire Harness...

Page 13: ...power source you will need to use at least one GTO PRO 5 watt Solar Panel FM122 to charge the 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery not included See the Accessory Catalog If your fence post is mad...

Page 14: ...ounting point to mounting pointwith an 18 max stroke Adjustable auto close timer OFF to 120 s and obstruction sensitivity Power terminal bock accommodates a transformer or solar panels DIP switches si...

Page 15: ...ease ttings Step 2 The fence post must be secured in the ground with concrete so it will minimize twist or ex when the operator is activated We recommend you position the operator near the centerline...

Page 16: ...er or 6 square should be made of metal instead of wood so that it will remain stable while the operator is moving the gate On round posts of 6 diameter or larger the post pivot bracket may not be nece...

Page 17: ...the post pivot bracket will have to be adjusted later Step 4 Attach post bracket assembly and gate bracket to the operator with the clevis pins and bushings Secure the clevis pins with hairpin clips...

Page 18: ...readjust the pivot bracket until you can achieve these important clearances With the post pivot bracket in the optimum position for clearance and freedom of movement reattach the operator to the gate...

Page 19: ...upplied must be used Step 10 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots Drill 3 8 holes into the gate cross member as marked Mount gate bracket...

Page 20: ...racket Assembly bolted to fence post Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Gate Bracket bolted to gate cross member Fence Post Step 12 Remove hairpin clevis pin and w...

Page 21: ...ntal Cross Member Gate Swings Evenly and Freely Hung Firmly and Plumb Post Bracket Assembly Gate Bracket Single Gate Operator Fence Post Set in Concrete Closed Position Positive Stop Plate Preparing t...

Page 22: ...te is more than 1000 ft from an ac power source you will need to use at least one 5 watt Solar Panel to charge the battery see Accessory Catalog Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity chart below...

Page 23: ...mounted in the upside down position remove the Control Board Access Panel on the bottom of the opener arm Connecting the Battery ON O FF ON OF F Control Board Access Cover Control Board Battery Harnes...

Page 24: ...re connector and in line fuse The wires from the battery harness receiver transformer or solar panel and any accessories that have been installed must be routed down the sides of the opener and atly o...

Page 25: ...IRE The only wire acceptable for use with GTO products is 16 gauge multi stranded low voltage PVC sheathed wire This particular gauge enables the transformer to provide an adequate charge through the...

Page 26: ...es do not touch each other SURGE PROTECTOR Transformer Step 7 Strip 3 16 off the ends of the low voltage wire and twist tightly Insert these ends to the 18 VAC terminal block located on the control bo...

Page 27: ...ON 2 3 4 15 CHARGING POWER STATUS RF PULL PUSH MODE1 MODE2 LOCK BEACON OFF 120 MIN MAX STALL FORCE CLOSE TIME SET LIMIT LEARN REMOTE AUX OUT SOLAR PANEL 18VAC RCVR GRN BLK RED EXIT SAFETY EDGE CYCLE C...

Page 28: ...ed to step 3 Step 3 With your gate rmly closed program the closed limit setting by PRESSING HOLDING the SET LIMIT BUTTON on the control board for 5 seconds Step 4 Save the setting by pressing the tran...

Page 29: ...y stops and reverses direction for approximately two 2 seconds Use a small slotted screwdriver to turn the arrow in the center of the potentiometer Adjust the sensitivity from the MINIMUM position so...

Page 30: ...Transmitter Code 1 Remove the Transmitter Cover Grasp the sides of the access cover and slide it away from the transmitter button see illustration When the access cover is removed the battery and the...

Page 31: ...le in conduit containing ac wiring The receiver range can vary from 50 to 100 feet depending upon weather topography and external interference NOTE Do not mount upside down Do not mount on metal fence...

Page 32: ...DC must have its own power supply Make sure the power switch to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the terminal blocks Unplugging the transformer does not turn power...

Page 33: ...beams connected to the SAFETY input terminal Any safety device that pulls more than 40 mA DC must have its own power supply If not installing a non contact sensor skip to next section PLEASE NOTE Non...

Page 34: ...STOP CLOSE STOP If not connecting accessories skip to next section 1 ON 2 3 4 15 CHARGING POWER STATUS RF PULL PUSH MODE1 MODE2 LOCK BEACON OFF 120 MIN MAX STALL FORCE CLOSE TIME SET LIMIT LEARN REMO...

Page 35: ...om the property Depending on how you want your gate to function you can use just one or all types on the same gate Make sure the power switch to the operator is turned OFF before connecting loop wirin...

Page 36: ...he control board access facing up remove the operator arm from both mounts and remount it in the upright position control board cover facing down Failure to remount operator in the upright position wi...

Page 37: ...s in the closed position 3 8 x 2 Bolt 3 8 Nut Push To Open Bracket optional accessory Post Bracket Post Bracket 3 8 Lock Washer Post Bracket Assembly 3 8 Washer Step 2 After verifying that you have th...

Page 38: ...now con gured to push the gate open Setting the Open Position Limit Step 1 Con rm that the power switch is in the ON position and the gate is in the CLOSED POSITION Step 2 Activate your operator by p...

Page 39: ...d to CLEAR your OPEN LIMIT settings and follow steps one 1 to four 4 again CLEARING PROGRAMMED OPEN LIMIT SETTING If you make a mistake and set the limit at the wrong position press your transmitter t...

Page 40: ...ed without reaching the limit Alarm will automatically shut off after 5 minutes Power cycle the unit will also shut off the alarm 5 Learn Remote When a new code is learned from the remote the alarm wi...

Page 41: ...second Soak charge Enter this mode after fast charging The battery is almost at full charge in this mode Slow blinking one blink per second Float charge In this mode when the battery is fully charged...

Page 42: ...of opener arm and date of purchase when calling for assistance 3 If repair or replacement of your gate operator is necessary the Service Department will assign a Return Goods Authorization RGA number...

Page 43: ...it toward the column It is recommended that you place a steel plate between the operator mounting brackets and masonry surface for additional strength B If a push to open installation is impossible du...

Page 44: ...and has the same adjustable code settings 12V A23 battery included ENTRY TRANSMITTER RB741 The GTO PRO entry transmitter with adjustable code settings is standard equipment with all GTO PRO systems 1...

Page 45: ...Transmitters are for remote control of multiple separate gate operators and or gate operator s and garage door operator s see Garage Door Receiver 9 Volt battery included LOW VOLTAGE WIRE RB509 The 1...

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