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Mounting the Motors
Right or Left Hand Actuators – The Kit Diamond motors are supplied in
one
version. Suitable to both
left and right hand installation.
Anchor the Pivot Bracket (S1) onto your pillar by welding or bolting.
Depending on the width and fabric of your pillar, 13mm Bolts minimum
can be used. However if your pillar is less than 6”, Bolt-through
application should be used. In cases of masonry pillars, use chemical or
resin to secure bolts or stone (cement) the bracket into position. Fit the
motor into position on its pivot bracket as illustrated left.
The motor has a slot designed to be specifically used with the pivot bracket (S1). Slide the motor
over the bracket, taking care to align the fixing holes of the bracket and the motor, located on the
underside of the motor.
Support the weight of the motor arm so that the full weight of the motor is not hinged on the
bracket – if the bracket is not secured in your pillar, the bracket may move or come loose.
Fix motor securely into position by sliding the motor over the bracket,
align the fixing holes and place the pivot pin (PR1) through the holes.
Secure in place using the grub screw (G1).
Ensure grub screw is tight to keep the pivot pin in place.
Use the motor release key to unlock the motor and extend the arm fully. Turn back the arm 2cms to
allow room for initial mounting to the gate for first time installation. This avoids the arm over
stretching if the initial in-rush of power causes the motor to “leap forward”.
