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tools anD harDware requireD
yOu may alsO need these items beFORe installatiOn
for Battery powered systems and systems with accessories added
low
Voltage cable is required
between the transformer and the gate operator
see “cabling requirements” for more information.
you may also need conduit, which is available from electrical trade
suppliers and hardware stores.
for mains powered systems you will need a mains power point mounted on a
free standing post in front of the gate next to the automatic operator. check with
local regulations before installing a mains voltage power point yourself, you may
need a registered electrician to do this for you.
the tOOls yOu’ll need include:
a basic set of hand tools will be needed including: side cutters, pliers, wire
strippers, a range of phillips head screw drivers, a small flat head screw driver
for terminal block screws and a socket set.
you’ll also need a tape measure, marking pen, an elecric drill with hammer
action and variable speed control, a 10mm hammer drill bit and socket bit for
10mm or 3/8” tek screws. an angle grinder is also handy although a hacksaw
will do if you don’t have one.
if you intend on doing you own low voltage cabling a pair of conduit cutters
are handy although a hacksaw can also be used. if you wish to run cabling
across the driveway you will need either a 230mm angle grinder with masonary
grinding disc or a hand held concrete cutter. you can hire these if necessary.
if you’ll be running cabling across a lawn or garden you’ll need a spade and
mattock for digging a low trench. if it’s a long run then a small trench digger can
be hired to do the job.
