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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Entrapment Zones:
Zone 1 – leading edge of the gate and the fence post.
Zone 2 – between the gate and the gate post
Zone 3 – the path of the gate
Zone 4 – the space between the gate in the open position and any object such as a wall, fence, tree, etc.
Zone 5 – pinch points between the opener and gate or post
II. During Installation
1.
Install the gate opener on the inside of the property and fence line. DO NOT install an opener on the outside of the
gate where the public has access to it.
2.
Be careful with moving parts and avoid close proximity to areas where fingers or hands could be pinched.
3.
Devices such as safety edges and photo beams provide additional protection against entrapment (see page 5).
4.
If push buttons or key switches are installed, they should be within sight of the gate, yet located at least 10 feet from
any moving part of the gate (see diagram below).
Never install any control device where a user will be tempted to
reach through the gate to activate the gate opener.
5.
Do not activate your gate opener unless you can see it and can determine that its area of travel is clear of people,
pets, or other obstructions. Watch the gate through its entire movement.
6.
Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate opener controls in order to prohibit unauthorized use of the gate.
Moving Gate
Area
Driveway
10'
10'
10'
10'
NEVER INSTALL
any control device
within gray area
