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MM571W / MM572W Installation Instructions

Technical Specifications

• Low friction screw drive (linear actuator) rated for -5 ºF to +160 ºF (-20 ºC to +71 ºC).

• Opener length with push-pull tube fully retracted is 40.25", mounting point to mounting point. Maximum stroke is 20".

• Maximum opening arc of 110º. Approximate opening time (90º): 14 seconds, depending on weight of gate.

• The system is powered by a 12 Vdc battery (included). Optional automotive or marine battery may be used (not included).

• Battery charge is maintained by Mighty Mule transformer or optional Mighty Mule Solar Panels.

• The system uses 25 A Mini ATC blade-style fuses.

NOTE:

The transformer should not be directly connected to any battery. Do not replace fuses with higher ampere rated

fuses; doing so will void your warranty and may damage your control board.

• Adjustable auto-close timer (OFF, 3 to 120 seconds), and Dual Sense Technology Entrapment Protection.

• Accessory terminal block fully compatible with all Mighty Mule access controls.

• Audio entrapment alarm sounds if unit encounters an obstruction twice while opening or closing.

MIGHTY MULE 571W/572W GATE OPENER

NOTE: Ball bearing hinges should be used on all gates weighing over 250 lb.

OPERATIONAL CAPACITY

The Gate Capacity Chart below shows the recommended maximum gate length to weight. The minimum recommended gate length
is 5 ft.

Maximum Weight (lbs.)

Maximum Length (ft.)

850

750

650

550

450

350

Summary of Contents for MM571W

Page 1: ...in Concrete Run 1000 max of low voltage wire to control box from transformer wire not included Power Cable PVC conduit not included to protect wire from lawn mowers and weed eaters PVC conduit not included to run second opener power cable under driveway Gate Bracket Warning Sign Secondary Opener Primary Gate Opener Horizontal Support Post Bracket Gate Bracket Warning Sign 120 Volt indoor Transform...

Page 2: ... 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 with its use and therefore by installing this product the installer and user accept full responsibility for following and noting the installation and safety instructions Failure to follow installation and safe...

Page 3: ...or Installation 1 Pull to Open Operator Mounting Most Common 2 Installing the Closed Position Stop Plate Pull to Open 7 Push to Open Operator Mounting 8 Installing the Closed Position Stop Plate Push to Open 13 Control Box Installation 14 Connecting the Operator s and battery 16 Connecting the Operator s and battery 17 Transformer or Solar panel wiring Installation 18 Transformer or Solar panel wi...

Page 4: ...ate Operator accommodates extra transmitters digital keypads solar panels push buttons automatic gate locks and other access control products These optional accessories see the Mighty Mule Accessory Catalog are available at most stores 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 80...

Page 5: ... Turn control box power switch OFF 2 Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin 3 Remove the operator s front mount from the gate bracket The gate can be opened and closed manually when the operator is disconnected 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 PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS AND ...

Page 6: ... make sure the gate system is placed far enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER Gate in the Open Position ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 Driveway ZONE 1 Entrapment Zones for a Pull To Open Application MM571W Gate in the Open Position Gate in the Open Position ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 Driveway MM572W ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 4 ZONE 5 ZONE 3 Entrapment Zones for ...

Page 7: ...r will be tempted to reach through the gate to activate the gate operator 5 Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate operator controls in order to prohibit unauthorized use of the gate FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER Typical Entrapment Zones are shown in the diagrams on page iv 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 Zon...

Page 8: ...wer to operator OFF before performing 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 instructions and still do not understand how to disconnect the operator contact the Mighty Mule Service Department 8 Disconnect the operator ONLY when the power is TUR...

Page 9: ...mended not included Leading Edges of gates Gate Warning Sign Gate Warning Sign Control Box Leading Edge of the gate Photo Beam recommended not included Photo Beam recommended not included Sensing Edges recommended not included Vehicular Gate Gate Warning Sign Control Box Entrapment and Obstruction Protection Mighty Mules s Dual Sense Technology provides entrapment protection Since all installation...

Page 10: ... The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian usage Locate the gate such that persons will not come in contact with the vehicular gate during the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate We recommend using the Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock Call the Nortek Security and Control Sales Department at 800 543 4283 for controlled access INSTALLING WARNING SIGNS AND PEDESTRIAN G...

Page 11: ...manuel de l utilisateur 3 Ne laissez pas les enfants utiliser la barrière ou jouer à proximité de la barrière 4 Cette barrière est uniquement réservée aux véhicules Les piétons doivent utiliser une autre entrée AVERTISSEMENT WARNING La barrière en mouvement peut provoquer des blessures graves ou la mort 10019665A GEN7 SERIES DC Swing Gate Operator P N MM571W Conforms to UL STD 325 Certified to CSA...

Page 12: ...tyle fuses NOTE The transformer should not be directly connected to any battery Do not replace fuses with higher ampere rated fuses doing so will void your warranty and may damage your control board Adjustable auto close timer OFF 3 to 120 seconds and Dual Sense Technology Entrapment Protection Accessory terminal block fully compatible with all Mighty Mule access controls Audio entrapment alarm so...

Page 13: ...MER AND SOLAR PANEL S AT THE SAME TIME It will damage the control board The table and map illustrate the maximum number of gate cycles to expect per day in a particular area when using from 10 to 30 watts of solar charging power prior to the battery depleting to a state where the unit will not function The figures shown are for winter minimum sunlight Accessories connected to your system will draw...

Page 14: ...ed 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 operator near the center line of a gate to keep the gate from twisting and flexing and to avoid back splash from rain Copper clad ground rod not included Ground Ground 2 Inches or Less above ground Copper ground rod clamp Copper Sing...

Page 15: ... 7 5 16 Lock Nut 1 U T 5 16 x 1 1 2 Bolt 1 Q W P 3 8 x 2 3 4 Bolt 2 3 8 Lock Washer 7 V 3 8 x 1 1 2 Bolt 1 Hairpin Clip 2 10 14 x 3 4 Screw 8 N O 3 8 x 1 1 2 Clevis Pin 2 3 8 x 8 Bolt 4 8 Nylon Cable Tie 10 Operator Arm Gate Bracket Post Pivot Bracket Post Brackets Closed Position Stop Plate 3 8 x 1 1 2 Bolt 1 5 16 x 1 1 2 Bolt 1 3 8 Washer 9 5 16 Washer 1 3 8 Nut 7 5 16 Lock Nut 1 Hairpin Clip 2 ...

Page 16: ...ates see Reinforcing Gates for the Gate Brackets next page Depending on the type of gate a horizontal cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the front of the operator and gate bracket to the gate See the Reinforcing Gates for the Gate Brackets examples next page Surge protection for transformer Some types of installations require u bolts Additional washers or a metal plate may be ne...

Page 17: ...commend using a muffler clamp wood or metal to reinforce thin walled tube gates or wood to reinforce panel gates as shown These reinforcement methods will prevent damage to the opener and gate Additional hardware may be needed depending on the installation Additional hardware necessary but not included Gate Bracket Panel Gate 1 x 6 Wood Reinforcement Gate Bracket Wood or Metal Reinforcement not su...

Page 18: ...ns G L O F G V T S F B S E N N PULL TO OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING MOST COMMON Assemble the gate post bracket sub assembly as displayed Attach the gate post bracket subassembly and gate bracket to the operator as shown Step 1 Step 2 Your Property ...

Page 19: ...he recommended clearances TIP Turning the pivot bracket over gives more hole alignment options for the gate post pivot bracket assembly With the gate in the OPEN position use clamps to secure the operator to the gate post and center cross member of the gate Ensure that the operator is level With the operator arm temporarily secured to the gate check to ensure there is at least 2 inches of clearanc...

Page 20: ... locations for the gate bracket Open the gate and reattach the operator to the gate bracket Ensure that the operator arm is level and the brackets are securely clamped Secure the post pivot bracket in place by installing the hardware shown Tighten both bolts O and Q Remove the gate post and gate brackets Use a hammer and center punch to mark the center of the mounting locations Step 6 Step 5 Step ...

Page 21: ... MOUNTING Using a drill and 7 16 drill bit drill the necessary holes to mount the gate post and gate brackets Note Some installations may require additional reinforcement be installed on the gate Secure the gate post bracket subassembly with the supplied hardware as shown Your Property ...

Page 22: ...talling the Secondary Operator MM572W only Install the secondary operator on the remaining leaf by repeating the same process illustrated in steps 1 11 above Note You will need to run the secondary operator power cable and any hard wired accessory wires under the driveway to the control box use of conduit is recommended Locating the primary operator on the gate leaf closest to the power source or ...

Page 23: ...he closed position and adjust the closed position stop plate against the fence post Tighten the mounting hardware Return the gate to the open position and reinstall the operator arm To complete the pull to open installation proceed to page 14 INSTALLING THE CLOSED POSITION STOP PLATE PULL TO OPEN Step 1 Step 2 Your Property Note For MM572W installations the closed position stop plate should be ins...

Page 24: ... G V T 11 S S E F B N N Step 1 Step 2 Assemble the gate post bracket subassembly as shown with the Push to Open pivot bracket FM148 Must be purchased separate Attach the gate post bracket subassembly and gate bracket to the operator as shown Your Property Push to Open pivot bracket FM148 ...

Page 25: ...te check to ensure there is at least 2 inches of clearance between the operator arm and gate See illustration in Step 4 below 20 MAX CLEARANCE DIAGRAM Disconnect the operator arm from the gate bracket While supporting the operator swing the gate and operator to the OPEN position Check for recommended clearances and binding as shown Ensure that the necessary arm stroke does not exceed 20 inches Mak...

Page 26: ...ket subassembly Remove the operator arm from the gate post and gate brackets Mark the center of the mounting locations for the gate bracket PUSH TO OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Step 6 Step 5 Step 7 Q K U Close the gate and reattach the operator to the gate bracket Ensure that the operator arm is level and the brackets are securely clamped Secure the post pivot bracket in place by installing the hardware...

Page 27: ...p 9 Secure the gate post bracket subassembly with the supplied hardware as shown Using a drill and 7 16 drill bit drill the necessary holes to mount the gate post and gate brackets Note Some installations may require additional reinforcement be installed on the gate M L T Your Property ...

Page 28: ... as shown Once the gate post and gate brackets are installed reattached the operator arm Ensure the operator arm is level adjusting the post bracket location if necessary Once level ensure all hardware is tight Remove excess bolt length with a hacksaw PUSH TO OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Step 10 Step 11 Your Property ...

Page 29: ...he next step INSTALLING THE CLOSED POSITION STOP PLATE PUSH TO OPEN H 1 1 2 Step 1 Step 2 Swing the gate to the closed position and adjust the closed position stop plate against the fence post Tighten the mounting hardware With the gate in the closed position reinstall the operator arm Your Property Note For MM572W installations the closed position stop plate should be installed on the leading edg...

Page 30: ...ct the battery harness to the battery as shown red to positive black to negative terminals Place the battery into the right side of the battery box with the terminals facing to the right and towards the top of the battery box Route the battery harness as shown DANGER POISON R OR R 3 Min 3 Min 4 Max Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Note If you intend to install and use the MMS100 Wireless Connectivity System s...

Page 31: ...nd knock out the battery cable access hole in the panel Feed the battery cables through the control board casing access hole Attach the control board casing using the eight screws provided NOTE Figure does not display the control panel cover The cover will be attached on hinges Install the Antenna by screwing it in place on the SMA connector Orient the antenna to the sky and securely tighten DANGE...

Page 32: ...X SW1 SW2 SECURE SEALING NUT B SEALING NUT Remove the sealing nut from one of the cable glands on the bottom of the control box Feed the operator wiring harness through the sealing nut Insert the wire harness through the cable gland into the control box at least 3 to allow connection to the operator wiring terminals Secure the cable in place by tightening the sealing nut Step 1 Step 2 ...

Page 33: ... the wires are captured correctly as shown Step 3 Step 4 GRN WHT BAT AUTO CLOSE RESET PULL STAGGER WARNING BAT GRN WHT BRN ORG BRN ORG RED BLK RED BLK COM COM CYCL SAFE EXIT SHDW AUX V AUX V LOCK V LOCK V CLOSE EDGE OPEN EDGE PRIMARY SECONDARY LOCK AUX SW1 SW2 PUSH 1 2 3 4 5 TERM6 GRN WHT BAT BAT GRN WHT BRN ORG BRN ORG RED BLK SECONDARY SW1 SW2 TERM6 Battery Power Access Connect the battery power...

Page 34: ...o control box If installing a solar panel FM123 sold separately see solar panel instruction manual and skip to Step 3 Note If your outlet is outside use a weatherproof cover Along the identified path between outlet and control box dig a trench to lay the low voltage transformer wire RB509 sold separately Use PVC conduit from the ground up to the control box CAUTION Please call your power company b...

Page 35: ...r solar panel wires into the control box using one of the access locations on the bottom of the box Connect the RED wire to PWR and the BLACK wire to PWR on TERM 6 as shown Step 3 Step 3B MM572 Only Cut a 6 deep slot into the driveway to accommodate PVC conduit not provided for the power cable coming from the Second opener to the control box The buried conduit will protect the 32 foot power cable ...

Page 36: ... V AUX V LOCK V LOCK V CLOSE EDGE OPEN EDGE PRIMARY SECONDARY LOCK AUX PUSH 1 2 3 4 5 GRN WHT BAT BAT GRN WHT BRN ORG BRN ORG RED BLK RED BLK AUX V AUX V PRIMARY SECONDARY SW1 SW2 TERM6 ry Power Access From the other end of the low voltage wire strip 1 2 from both the RED and BLACK wire On the transformer connect RED wire to the screw terminal marked and BLACK wire to the screw terminal marked Plu...

Page 37: ...ening and closing for compatibility with gate locks Warning The WARNING DIP switch toggles a movement alarm ON or OFF Powering the System Locate the ON OFF switch on the bottom left of the control box Toggle the switch to the ON position The system will take approximately 20 seconds to power up indicated by an audible tone and LED D17 will flash AUTO CLOSE RESET PULL STAGGER WARNING GRN WHT BRN OR...

Page 38: ...lease the return enter button 2 Press and hold the desired transmitter button Once learned LED2 will flash and the buzzer will sound indicating that the transmitter has been learned How to Erase a Transmitter or Keypad MMK200 code Repeat steps 1 2 above to erase the learned transmitter or keypad code How to Erase ALL Learned Transmitters or Keypad codes 1 Enter the Learn Transmitter mode following...

Page 39: ... enter buttons until LED1 turns on and the buzzer sounds Release 2 Use the up arrow and down arrow buttons to jog the PRIMARY operator to the OPEN position 3 Once you have positioned the PRIMARY operator to the OPEN position press and release the return enter button to set the OPEN limit 4 Press and hold the down arrow and return enter buttons until LED3 turns on and the buzzer sounds Release 5 Us...

Page 40: ... to OFF from the factory To set an auto close timer use a small flat head screw driver to turn the auto close potentiometer clockwise The timer can be set from approximately 3 seconds to a maximum of 120 seconds If you have additional accessories or external devices to install see the following page Unless you have additional external accessories to install your gate operator installation is now c...

Page 41: ...er 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 PLEASE NOTE Contact sensors non contact sensors shadow loops etc are not included with this product Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing accessory devices The Mighty Mule ONLY accepts ...

Page 42: ...position will prevent gate from closing 6 EDGE Typically for use with contact edge sensor Activation of this input while gate is moving will cause it to reverse direction for 2 seconds Activation of this input while idle will prevent gate from running NOTES All ACCESSORY INPUTS ITEMS 2 6 are dry contact normally open inputs DO NOT apply external voltage inputs to these terminals All ACCESSORY INPU...

Page 43: ...tion if needed Edge Sensor Automatic Gate Lock FM143 NOTE Connections are for typical applications For additional connection options not illustrated here refer to the accessory manual for details 6 3 8 4 8 Mighty Mule Keypad 1 2 8 9 8 Red Blue Black Shield Yellow 10 3 5 6 10 9 3 4 5 6 7 For FM130 FM130 SW and FM136 see Appendix A in this manual CONNECTING ACCESSORIES ...

Page 44: ...Monthly turn off the power switch and disconnect the Mighty Mule and move the gate to make sure the gate is moving freely without sticking or binding Lubricate the hinges or repair the gate as required before reattaching the Mighty Mule Monthly check the gate system for potentially entrapments from new landscaping or construction Eliminate or guard as required Monthly check that the warning signs ...

Page 45: ...s pause 1 beeps Open circuit Primary arm h h Primary arm connections white and green h h Arm power cable h h Arm rev counter 2 beeps pause 2 beeps Open circuit Secondary arm h h Secondary arm connections white and green h h Arm power cable h h Arm rev counter 3 beeps pause 3 beeps Short circuit Primary arm h h Primary arm connections white and green h h Arm power cable h h Arm rev counter 4 beeps ...

Page 46: ... and back on h h Motor leads shorted h h Internal arm problem board 1 Beep pause 3 beeps when attempting to activate the unit Reading secondary motor short condition h h Turn the system off and back on h h Motor leads shorted h h Internal arm problem board The unit clicks with no arm movement Open motor circuit h h Internal arm problem Additional information can be found by contacting Nortek Secur...

Page 47: ...hadow terminal shorted Detach any wires connected to this terminal If the LED clears and the unit begins to function check for a defective accessory triggered accessory or shorted wiring LED 2 red 5 blinks pause 5 blinks Close Edge terminal shorted Detach any wires connected to this terminal If the LED clears and the unit begins to function check for a defective accessory triggered accessory or sh...

Page 48: ...he external obstruction detection devices if the unit works troubleshoot these devices h h Arm rev counter h h Arm power cable connections The unit stops before reaching the correct close or open position Limit s are not set correctly Hardware not positioned correctly The unit received a stop command h h Reset the limits the extended position of the arm Note if this problem has occurred make sure ...

Page 49: ...in the spaces provided below Refer to this information when calling Nortek Security and Control for service or assistance with your automatic gate operator Serial Number_____________________________________________ Date of Purchase __________________________________________ Place of Purchase _________________________________________ Remember to keep all receipts for proof of purchase ...

Page 50: ...e of the package in LARGE BOLD PRINT Ship the package s freight prepaid to the address provided during the RA process If your Mighty Mule Gate Opener is not operating properly please follow the steps below NOTE Products returned to Nortek Security and Control without a Return Goods Authorization RGA number in LARGE BOLD PRINT on the outside of the package WILL NOT be accepted Items returned to Nor...

Page 51: ...l Mighty Mule systems Battery is included Digital Keypad FM137 Allow friends access to your property using an identification code that you provide Keypad can be programmed to use up to 25 different personal identification number PIN codes Each code is face programmable with additional security features built in Wired installations require 16 gauge low voltage stranded dual conductor direct burial ...

Page 52: ...Entry Intercom Keypad FM136 Allows owner to screen guest at the gate before allowing access to the property Keypad also allows owner to give up to 25 programmable entry codes to family friends or approved delivery personnel Codes can be permanent or temporary Up to 500 feet reception Additional base stations available F3101MBC Low Voltage Wire RB509 The 16 gauge stranded dual conductor Low Voltage...

Page 53: ...of the installation following the accessory instructions Notes 1 If you need to erase this device repeat steps 2 4 above 2 Erasing all transmitters on the gate operator control board will erase this device 3 AUTOCLOSE may be turned back on after setup is complete FM136 Installation As an alternative to the instructions provided with the FM136 the keypad can be learned to your gate operator as an a...

Page 54: ...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 10 feet of the gate 7 The Dual Sense Technology feature has been properly adjusted to the minimum operational setting for your application 8 Reviewed and understand all of the operational functions obstruction sensing devices warning beeper and res...

Page 55: ...stallation Instructions 39 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 Copyright 2019 Nortek Security and Control LLC ...

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