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Mighty Mule FM462 Installation Instructions

  

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Gate Operator Installation Checklist

1.   The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions.

2.   Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have 

sensing edges and/or photo beam obstruction detection devices installed.

3.   The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing 

devices, in compliance with UL325 requirements for this installation.

4.   If pedestrian traffic is expected, a separate pedestrian gate has been installed, a minimum 

of seven feet from the gate. All pedestrian traffic must use the pedestrian gate.

5.   Warning signs have been installed on each side of the gate in highly 

visible locations. These signs must remain at all times.

6.   There are no controls installed on the gate operator, or within ten feet of the gate.

7.   The Dual Sense Technology™ feature has been properly adjusted and tested to 

make sure that the gate stops and reverses a short distance with minimal resistance 

applied (40 lbs. on a swing gate at the end of the gate, 75 lbs. on a slide gate) 

8.   Reviewed and understand all of the operational functions, 

obstruction sensing devices, warning beeper and reset, etc.

9.   Review and understand the proper use of the operator’s manual disconnect feature. The 

manual disconnect must never be used while the gate is in motion. The power switch 

must be turned off before using the manual disconnect and disengaging the operator.

10.  Reviewed all safety instructions, and keep the safety instructions 

and owner’s information sheets for reference.

11.  Review and understand the maintenance schedule for both the gate and the gate operator.

For sales call toll free:

1-800-543-GATE (4283)

The

 Sales Department

 is open Monday – Friday 8:00 

A.M.

 – 5:00 

P.M.

 (Eastern Time)

For technical service Call toll free:

1-800-543-1236 

The

 Technical Service Department

 is open Monday – Friday 8:00 

A.M.

 – 7:00 

P.M.

 (Eastern Time)

3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303

www.mightymule.com 

Summary of Contents for MM462

Page 1: ...ds the requirements of UL325 6th Edition 2016 the standard which regulates gate operator safety Installation Manual Example of finished installation installations vary slightly on different types of g...

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: ...on Overview for Pull To Open Gates 6 Installation of the First Gate Opener 7 Install Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket 8 Attach Opener Arm 10 Install the Closed Position Stop Plates 11 Mount the...

Page 4: ...es Your store should be able to special order any accessory not in stock If your store cannot special order accessories please call the Mighty Mule Sales Department 800 543 GATE The Mighty Mule Gate O...

Page 5: ...sconnected this manual cannot be completely exhaustive in nature They do however provide an overview of the safe design installation and use of this product CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAU...

Page 6: ...TH OF A MOVING GATE 6 Pay close attention to the diagram below and be aware of these potential entrapment zones at all times 7 Identify all of the entrapment zones for the type of installation An entr...

Page 7: ...the gate 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 operat...

Page 8: ...ervice the gate and gate operator regularly Lubricate hinges spray push pull tube with high quality silicone spray monthly and replace the battery every 2 3 years 8 To operate this equipment safely YO...

Page 9: ...natural landscaping or similar obstruction Entrapment Alarm The Mighty Mule 562 Automatic Gate Operator is designed to stop and reverse the gate when the gate comes in contact with an obstruction Add...

Page 10: ...gates used for vehicles 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...

Page 11: ...rians must use separate entrance Maximum Gate 300 lbs 136 1 kg 12 ft 3 7 m Voltage 12 Vdc Frequency 0Hz Power 25W Class I Vehicular Swing Gate Operator MMDDYY GTO Access Systems LLC Tallahassee Florid...

Page 12: ...rd regulates charging Sleep draw is 15 mA active draw is 3 to 8 A Auto memorization of digital transmitter code GTO RF receiver tuned to 318 MHz Opener length with push pull tube fully retracted is 26...

Page 13: ...r gate is more than 1000 from an AC power source you will need to use a solar panel charging kit minimum 10 watts Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity Chart below Solar Panel and Gate Activity...

Page 14: ...d have ball bearing hinges with grease fittings The gate post should be be secured in the ground with concrete so it will minimize twist or flex when the opener is activated The addition of a horizont...

Page 15: ...tion DVD 1 Gate Bracket 2 Post Pivot Bracket 2 3 8 Bushings 2 Customer Support Card 1 Post Bracket 2 Closed Position Stop Plate 2 2 Mounting Screw 6 E Z GATE OPE NER Transformer 1 Warning Signs 4 Wire...

Page 16: ...trol box Page 14 26 If your gate is more than 1000 away from an AC power source you will need to use at least one 10 Watt solar panel FM123 or two 5 Watt panels FM121 to charge the 12 Volt battery Pag...

Page 17: ...allows for 1 of clearance between the gate and the opener in both the open and closed position at the same time maintaining a maximum distance of 13 from the end of the retracted opener arm to the ga...

Page 18: ...e the post On wood posts place a metal plate or washer not supplied between the nuts and the post to prevent the thrust of the opener from pulling the bolts and washers out of the wood The post pivot...

Page 19: ...ith a clevis pin and a 3 8 bushing Secure the clevis pin with a hairpin clip Step 4 With the gate in the fully open position and the opener arm fully retracted adjust the post bracket assembly and gat...

Page 20: ...he 5 16 x 11 2 bolt and readjust the post pivot bracket TIP Turn the post pivot bracket over for more hole alignment options You can also move the entire post bracket assembly to different positions o...

Page 21: ...move excess bolt length with hacksaw or bolt cutters SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW EXAMPLES Gate Bracket Mounting Examples Attach Opener Arm Step 1 Attach the opener to the securely bolted post bracket assembly...

Page 22: ...and move the gates to the closed position Step 2 Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate U bolts for tube or chain link screw or bolts for wood or metal attach the closed position stop plate...

Page 23: ...Stop Plate Low Profile Ground Stop Closed Position Stop Plate Step 4 Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate attach the vertical closed position stop plate to the SECOND gate frame at the poi...

Page 24: ...attery Back of Control Box Battery Wire Harness with In Line Fuse Step 5 Tuck the excess battery leads into the battery box and reattach the CONTROL BOX to the BATTERY BOX Step 6 Remove the four 4 con...

Page 25: ...t distances up to 1000 DO NOT use telephone wire or solid core wire Unlike stranded wire these types of wire are inadequate for use with your gate opener system NEVER splice wires together Splicing pe...

Page 26: ...screws against exposed end of wires Step 6 At the AC outlet strip 1 2 of insulation from the ends of the low voltage wire Attach these stripped ends to the transformer terminals We suggest adding cri...

Page 27: ...e the gate position if neccessary Step 4 With the gates in in the desired closed positions PRESS and HOLD the SET LIMIT button until the alarm and RED Light come on Then release the button NOTE The op...

Page 28: ...orce the opener will apply against an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction within two seconds IMPORTANT The Stall Force setting will need to be adjusted to compensate for the weight and...

Page 29: ...than 5 feet FCC WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment In accordance wit...

Page 30: ...ounting position will give the opener the most efficient leverage point for operation and provides the least possible pinch area C After verifying that you have the best position for the post pivot br...

Page 31: ...ary C Press and HOLD the SECOND Opener OPEN button on the control board and be prepared to RELEASE the button when the gates reached the desired open position limit Use the JOG OPEN and CLOSE buttons...

Page 32: ...e solar panel wire into a 14VAC OR SOLAR terminal Insert the other solar panel wire into the remaining 14VAC OR SOLAR terminal The wires can be connected to the 14VAC OR SOLAR terminals regardless of...

Page 33: ...Devices Photo Beams Push Button Control Gate Opening Sensor Refer to Sensor manual for additional information if needed Edge Sensor Automatic Gate Lock NOTE Connections are for typical applications F...

Page 34: ...e the operation as follows OPEN STOP CLOSE STOP OPEN 4 EDGE SENSOR Typically for use with contact edge sensor Activation of this input while gate is moving will cause it to reverse direction for 2 sec...

Page 35: ...st when the unit is turned on b Continuous beep after power up Unit has learned new transmitter code releasing the transmitter button will shut off the alarm c Rapid beeping Unit has encountered two 2...

Page 36: ...e the problem call the GTO Service Department at 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 Refer to the serial number located on the back of opener arm and date of purchase when calling for assistance 4 If replace...

Page 37: ...fers hands free operation of the Mighty MuleGate Openor with a 12 ft radius of detection of vehicles in motion A wireless version of the Gate Opening Sensor is available FM130 Automatic Gate Lock FM14...

Page 38: ...been properly adjusted and tested to make sure that the gate stops and reverses a short distance with minimal resistance applied 40 lbs on a swing gate at the end of the gate 75 lbs on a slide gate 8...

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