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Mighty Mule 362-D Installation Instructions
rev 12-14-15
Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule 362-D Gate Opener—GTO’s “do-it-yourself” automatic gate opener!
When correctly installed and properly used, your Mighty Mule Gate Opener will give you many years of reliable
service. Please read the following information and watch the enclosed video to ensure you have the correct
system for your particular needs. Furthermore, this manual and the video will enable you to properly install
your Mighty Mule Gate Opener.
The Mighty Mule 362-D Gate Opener is designed for installation on
Pull-To-Open dual gate leaves
(gates
that open
into
the property). By purchasing accessory brackets [FM148], the Mighty Mule 362-D Gate Opener
can accommodate
Push-To-Open dual gate leafs
(gates that open
out
from the property). Please see
Pull-To-Open/Push-To-Open diagram on page 3. The gates must not exceed 12 ft. or 300 lbs. per leaf (see
Technical Specifications on page 1). The Mighty Mule Gate Opener can be used on vinyl, aluminum, chain
link, farm tube, and wrought iron gates.
Use on solid (surface) gates is not recommended. Solid surface gates have a high resistance
to the wind. If the wind is strong enough, the opener will obstruct and stop, blow fuses, or
may damage the equipment.
The Mighty Mule Gate Opener features an
adjustable stall force
setting. This safety feature makes the gate
stop and reverse direction within 2 seconds when it comes in contact with an obstruction. The MIN setting;
means the gate will exert the minimum force on an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction.
You will
need to adjust the stall force for your particular application
.
The Mighty Mule Gate Opener also has an
adjustable auto-close
feature. After the gate reaches the fully
open position, it can be set for OFF, or to remain open up from 3 to 120 seconds before automatically closing.
Pressing the transmitter button at any time after the gate opens fully will cause it to close immediately. The
auto-close factory setting is OFF, meaning the gate will stay open until you press the transmitter (or keypad,
etc.) again.
The Mighty Mule Gate Opener accommodates extra transmitters, digital keypads, solar panels, push buttons,
automatic gate locks, and other access control products. These optional accessories (page 26) are available
at Tractor Supply stores or through Special Order (if the accessory is not in stock). If your store cannot special
order accessories, please call the
GTO Sales Department (800/543-GATE)
or visit
www.mightymule.com
.
PLEASE NOTE—If your application requires any of the following:
Column Mounting
Slide gates
Swing gates longer than 12 feet or weighing more than 300 pounds
Professional installation
please call GTO at 800/543-GATE (4283) for information about our GTO/ACCESS SYSTEMS professional line
of gate openers and accessories. Our Sales Department will be glad to give you the name and phone number
of a GTO/ACCESS SYSTEMS dealer near you.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER:
Watch the enclosed video and read these instructions carefully and completely to become familiar
with all parts and installation steps. The video is only designed as an overview of the installation
procedure. You must read the installation manual for detailed instructions on
gate opener safety and proper use of the gate opener.
PLEASE READ THIS FIRST
