E8 Swing Automatic Gate. Revision 1.1.8 –1112
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Gate Post Bracket Positioning
In a standard installation the basic aim is to get the “J” and “K” dimensions to be as close
as possible to equal but “J” can be greater allowing for a more positive push of the gate
against gate stop.
Hint
: The dimension of
J
and
K
for a standard installation is approximately
For
400 mm
Stroke Arm, start with
J = (200 - 220) mm, K = (200 – 240) mm
J
K
Gate Preparation for Automatic Gate System installation.
Before you install the automatic arms to your gate, ensure that the gate is properly
constructed and must be leveled.
The hinge bearings must be in good condition and gate swings smoothly for both
opening and closing. Tight spots in opening and/or closing suggest that the hinge
bearings are worn and need to be rectified before you install the automatic system.
The gate must not hit or drag across the ground or be fitted with a wheel.
A properly leveled gate will not have tendency to self-open or self-close but remain
stationery. A self-opening or self-closing gate suggests that the gate is not leveled.
This will cause accelerated wear to your automatic gate system. Level the gate
properly before installing the automatic gate system.
Close the gate to full-close position and install the
gate stopper
(floor rubber
stopper and gate tabs). Installing the gate stopper allows for the automatic arm to
push the gate firmly against the ground stopper to ensure a solid close and proper
alignment between the left and right leafs of the gate.
You may choose to install another gate stopper at the full-open position, or you may
choose to let the gate swing till it is stopped by the internal built-in stop mechanism
when the arm is fully retracted.
Installation Pointers
The proper position of the
gate post bracket
(primary wall bracket and secondary wall
bracket) and
gate bracket
is crucial to the efficiency and leverage of the gate opener.
Attention needs to be paid to both its correct height and its position on the post in respect to
the relationship between your hinge pivot point and the motor pivot point on the bracket.
Once you have determined the general desired height of the motor, position the bracket and
take note of the dimensions.
Hint : It’s best to locate the gate opener arms in approximately the middle between the top
and bottom of the gate. This will prevent the gate from twisting and flexing.