PLEASE READ THIS FIRST!
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER:
watch the enclosed videotape and read these instructions
carefully and completely
to become familiar with all parts and installation steps. The video tape is only designed as
a overview of the installation procedure. You must read the installation manual for detailed
instructions on gate opener safety and proper use of the gate opener.
Thank you for purchasing a
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
—GTO's "do-it-yourself" automatic gate opener!
When correctly installed and properly used, your
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
will give you many years of
reliable service. Please read the following information and watch the enclosed videotape to ensure you have the
correct system for your particular needs. Furthermore, this manual and the videotape will enable you to properly
install your
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
.
The
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
is designed for installation on a
pull-to-open single leaf gate
(gates that open
into
the property). By purchasing an
accessory bracket
, the
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
can accommodate a
push-to-open single leaf gate (
gates that open
out
from the property). The gate must not exceed 18 feet in length
out
out
and weigh more than 350 pounds or exceed 6 feet in length and weigh more than 850 pounds (please see
Technical
Specifi cations
on page 10). The
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
can be used on vinyl, aluminum, chain link,
farm tube, and wrought iron gates. Use on solid (wood) gates is not recommended. Solid surface gates have a high
resistance to the wind. If the wind is strong enough, the opener will obstruct and stop.
The
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
accommodates extra transmitters, digital keypads, solar panels, push buttons,
automatic gate locks, and other access control products. These optional accessories (see the enclosed
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 GTO Sales Department (800-543-GATE).
The
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
features
adjustable obstruction sensing.
This safety feature makes the gate
stop and reverse direction within 2 seconds when it comes in contact with an obstruction.
MIN
is the factory setting;
meaning the gate will exert the minimum force on an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction.
The
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener
also has an
adjustable auto-close feature
. After the gate reaches the fully
open position, it can be set to remain open up to 120 seconds before automatically closing. Pressing the transmitter
button at any time after the gate opens fully will cause it to close immediately.
OFF
is the factory setting; meaning the
gate will stay open until you press the transmitter (or keypad, etc.) again.
PLEASE NOTE—
If your application requires any of the following:
Swing gates longer than 18 feet or weighing more than 850 pounds;
Slide gates;
Heavy duty or commercial uses;
Professional installation;
please call GTO at
(800) 543-GATE [4283]
or
(850) 575-0176
or
or
for information about our
GTO/PRO
professional
line of gate openers and accessories. Our Sales Department will be glad to give you the name and phone number of a
GTO/PRO
dealer near you.
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E-Z GATE OPENERS
