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MM260 Installation Instructions

I. Before Installation

1.  Verify this operator is proper for the type and size of gate, 

frequency of use and class of the gate system.

2.  Make sure the gate has been properly installed and swings 

freely in both directions. Repair or replace all worn or dam-

aged gate hardware prior to installation. A freely moving 

gate will require less force to operate and will enhance the 

performance of the entrapment protection devices used with 

the system (see page xii).

3.  Review the operation of the system to become familiar with 

its safety features. Understand how to disconnect the operator 

for manual gate operation (see page iii).

4.  The gate and operator installation must comply with any ap-

plicable local codes.

5.  This gate operator is intended for vehicular gates only. A 

separate entrance or gate must be installed for pedestrian use 

(see page viii).

6.  Always keep people and objects away from the gate and its 

area of travel. No one should cross the path of a moving gate.

7.  Identify all of the entrapment zones for the type of installa-

tion. An entrapment zone is an area around the automatic gate 

system where a person or object could be caught that increase 

the risk of injury. Entrapment zones must be eliminated, 

guarded or protected.

8.  When designing a system that will be entered from a highway 

or main thoroughfare, make sure the gate system is placed far 

enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion.

For the Installer and End User

WARNING

Gate in the 

Open Position 

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

ZONE 5

Driveway

ZONE 1

Entrapment 

Zones for a 

Pull-To-Open 

Application

1. 

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2.  Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote 

control away from children.

3.  Always keep people and objects away from the gate. 

NO ONE 

SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.

4.  Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with 

a rigid object or stop when an object activates the non-contact sensors. 

After adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the gate operator. 

Failure to adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the 

risk of injury or death.

5.  Use the manual/emergency release only when the gate is not moving.

6. 

KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED

. Read the 

user’s manual. Have a qualified service person make repairs to 

gate hardware.

7.  The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use sepa-

rate entrance.

8.  The gate must be installed in a location that provides adequate 

clearance between it and adjacent structures when opening and 

closing to reduce the risk of entrapment. Swinging gates must 

not open into public access areas.

9. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

To reduce the risk of injury or death:

Important Safety Information

Summary of Contents for MM260

Page 1: ...upport Gate Swings Evenly and Freely Hung Firmly and Plumb Post Bracket Control Box Fence Post Set in Concrete Run 1000 max of low voltage wire to control box from transformer wire not included Power...

Page 2: ...intended to service the general public Vehicular Gate Operator Class Categories WARNING This equipment meets Underwriters Laboratory Standard 325 UL 325 However gate equipment has hazards associated w...

Page 3: ...Not Included xiv GATE OPENER INSTALLATION 1 CLOSED POSITION STOP PLATE INSTALLATION 3 CONTROL BOX AND BATTERY INSTALLATION 4 TRANSFORMER WIRING INSTALLATION 5 SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION 6 SETTING PERSO...

Page 4: ...ories please call the Mighty Mule Sales Department 800 543 4283 The Mighty Mule Gate Operator features Dual Sense Technology This feature makes the gate stop and reverse direction when it comes in con...

Page 5: ...isconnected this manual cannot be completely exhaustive in nature It does however provide an overview of the safe design installation and use of this product CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECA...

Page 6: ...When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main thoroughfare make sure the gate system is placed far enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion For the Installer and End Us...

Page 7: ...ill be tempted to reach through the gate to activate the gate operator 5 Do not activate your gate operator unless you can see it and can determine that its area of travel is clear of people pets or o...

Page 8: ...rming any maintenance See page 28 for maintenance procedures 7 To operate this equipment safely YOU must know how to disconnect the operator for manual gate operation see page iii If you have read the...

Page 9: ...d or impeded by building structures natural landscaping or similar objects Leading Edge of the gate Photo Beams recommended not included Photo Beams recommended not included Sensing Edges recommended...

Page 10: ...hicles Pedestrians must be supplied with a sepa rate access opening The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian usage Locate the gate such that persons will not come in conta...

Page 11: ...Operator TO MANUALLY OPEN AND CLOSE THE GATE 1 Turn opener power switch OFF 2 Disconnect front or rear mount from mounting bracket 3 Pull opener away from mounting bracket and move gate Disconnect ope...

Page 12: ...oint Maximum stroke is 13 Adjustable auto close timer OFF 3 to 120 seconds and Dual Sense Technology Stall Force Power terminal block accommodates a transformer or solar panels Accessory terminal bloc...

Page 13: ...nd Gate Activity chart below All low voltage wire used with the Mighty Mule gate opener must be 16 gauge dual conductor stranded direct burial wire RB509 Do not run more than 1000 ft of wire The table...

Page 14: ...flex when the operator is activated Make sure there is a stable area for mounting the gate bracket this may require the addition of a horizontal or vertical cross member We recommend you position the...

Page 15: ...Lock Nut 1 Hairpin Clip 2 2 Mounting Screw 3 1 K E E P C L E A R G a t e m a y m o v e a t a n y t i m e 2 D o n o t a l l o w c h i l d r e n t o o p e r a t e g a t e o r p l a y i n g a t e a r e a...

Page 16: ...one Mighty Mule 5 watt solar panel to trickle charge the battery See the accessory catalog Do not use both transformer and solar If you have thin walled tube or panel gates see Recommended Reinforceme...

Page 17: ...e 2 Do not allo w chil dre n to ope rate gat e or pla y in gat e are a 3 Thi s gat e is for veh icle s onl y Ped estr ian s mu st use a sep ara te ent ran ce Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death WAR...

Page 18: ...les completely through gate post and gate cross sup port Attach post bracket assembly to fence post NOTE Must be through bolted GATE OPERATOR INSTALLATION 1 3 5 11 1 KEE P CLE AR Gat e ma y mo ve at a...

Page 19: ...a te ent ran ce Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death WARNIN G 15 4 J 1 5 1 2 2 1 Attach and secure opener assembly to brackets Attach gate bracket assembly to gate cross support Check for level Adjus...

Page 20: ...e may move at any time 2 Do not allow child ren to opera te gate or play in gate area 3 This gate is for vehic les only Pede strian s must use a sepa rate entra nce Mo vin g Ga te Can Cause Injury Or...

Page 21: ...assee FL CYCLE EXIT SAFETY COM CHGR CHGR Correct Wrong Wrong Wire Screwedinto wireinsulation Exposedstrands ofwire OFF POSITION 5 POWER ON OFF SG1 ED1 K1 06 AVR ISP D1 C2 C7 C15 LED 3 D15 R20 IC4 D16...

Page 22: ...GRN VAR3 VAR3 VAR1 VAR4 VAR5 PF1 VAR6 WHT GTO Inc Tallahassee FL CYCLE EXIT SAFETY COM CHGR CHGR Correct Wrong Wrong Wire Screwedinto wireinsulation Exposedstrands ofwire 5 POWER ON OFF SG1 ED1 K1 06...

Page 23: ...to operate this equipment There Are No User Serviceable Parts NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 the FCC These l...

Page 24: ...ansmitter while sliding the ON OFF switch to the ON position and you will hear a series of beeps a pause then a single beep At that point release the the transmitter button This process may take 8 10...

Page 25: ...n obstruction before it stops and reverses direction The adjustment on the control board operates like a volume control on a radio It controls the amount of force the opener will apply to an obstructi...

Page 26: ...detection devices however we do not endorse any specific brand names Only use products that are listed to be in compliance with any applicable UL safety standards and national and regional codes PLEAS...

Page 27: ...t already at the open position Activation of this input while at open limit will restart the auto close time if enabled 6 CYCLE Typically for use with doorbell button or hardwired keypad Each activati...

Page 28: ...e Sensor Refer to Vehicle Sensor manual for additional information if needed Edge Sensor GTO Lock NOTE Connections are for typical applications For additional connection options not illustrated here r...

Page 29: ...they are missing or damaged Replace batteries every 2 3 years and properly recycle old batteries Audible Feedback Symptom Diagnosis Check 1 or more short beeps upon power up Circuit Board Powered Up R...

Page 30: ...wer Present Normal Operation Power green OFF No AC or Solar Power Transformer Breaker or GFI Power at AC outlet Output of Transformer Voltage on wire at 18 VAC Input Solar Solar Panel Wires Reversed W...

Page 31: ...n to the factory Write the RGA number issued to you on the outside of the package in LARGE BOLD PRINT Ship the package s freight prepaid to GTO Access Systems LLC 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Flor...

Page 32: ...ply By To Find Symbol centimeters 0 3937 inches in or meters 3 2808 feet ft or kilograms 2 2046 pounds lb or Converting English Units to Metric Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find Symbol inc...

Page 33: ...ery is included Single Button Transmitter FM135 The Mighty Mule entry transmitter with adjustable code settings is standard equipment with all Mighty Mule systems battery is included Digital Keypad FM...

Page 34: ...tton Mighty Mule entry transmitter to operate your gate operator and your garage door operator Compatible with most garage door operators Driveway Alarm FM231 This device alerts you of vehicles enteri...

Page 35: ...ns These signs must remain at all times 6 There are no controls installed on the gate operator or within 10 feet of the gate 7 The Dual Sense Technology feature has been properly adjusted and tested t...

Page 36: ...3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 Telephone Mighty Mule Sales 1 800 543 4283 Fax 850 575 8912 or Mighty Mule Technical Service 1 800 543 1236 Fax 850 575 8950 www mightymule com...

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