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Mighty Mule FM462 Installation Instructions 

Please Read This First!

Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule Gate 

Operator—GTO's "do-it-yourself" automatic gate 

operator! When correctly installed and properly used, 

your Mighty Mule Gate Operator will give you many 

years of reliable service. Please read the following 

information and watch the enclosed video to ensure 

you have the correct system for your particular 

needs. Furthermore, this manual and the DVD will 

enable you to properly install your Mighty Mule Gate 

Operator. 

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator 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 Gate Operator 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 and weigh more than 350 

pounds or exceed 8 feet in length and weigh more 

than 850 pounds (please see Technical Specifications 

on page 9). The Mighty Mule Gate Operator can be 

used on vinyl, aluminum, chain link, farm tube, and 

wrought iron gates. Use on solid surface gates is 

not recommended. Solid surface gates have a high 

resistance to the wind. If the wind is strong enough, 

the operator will obstruct and stop. 

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator 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 Mighty Mule Sales 

Department (800-543-GATE).

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator features Dual Sense 

Technology™. This feature makes the gate stop and 

reverse direction when it comes in contact with an 

obstruction. This is factory set to the most sensitive 

setting and must to be adjusted during installation. 

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator 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.

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

Go to www.gtoaccess.com for a dealer or retailer near 

you or call (800) 543-4283 for information about our 

Linear PRO Access professional line of gate operators 

and accessories. Our Sales Department will be glad to 

give you the name and phone number of a Linear PRO 

Access dealer near you

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR:

watch the enclosed video and read these instructions carefully and completely

 to become familiar with all parts and installation steps. The video is only designed as an  

overview of the installation procedure. You must read the installation manual for detailed  

instructions on gate operator safety and proper use of the gate operator.

Содержание MM462

Страница 1: ...ds the requirements of UL325 6th Edition 2016 the standard which regulates gate operator safety Installation Manual Example of finished installation installations vary slightly on different types of g...

Страница 2: ...intended 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 w...

Страница 3: ...on Overview for Pull To Open Gates 6 Installation of the First Gate Opener 7 Install Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket 8 Attach Opener Arm 10 Install the Closed Position Stop Plates 11 Mount the...

Страница 4: ...es 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 800 543 GATE The Mighty Mule Gate O...

Страница 5: ...sconnected this manual cannot be completely exhaustive in nature They do however provide an overview of the safe design installation and use of this product CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAU...

Страница 6: ...TH OF A MOVING GATE 6 Pay close attention to the diagram below and be aware of these potential entrapment zones at all times 7 Identify all of the entrapment zones for the type of installation An entr...

Страница 7: ...the gate located at least 10 feet from any moving part of the gate see diagram below Never install any control device where a user will be tempted to reach through the gate to activate the gate operat...

Страница 8: ...ervice the gate and gate operator regularly Lubricate hinges spray push pull tube with high quality silicone spray monthly and replace the battery every 2 3 years 8 To operate this equipment safely YO...

Страница 9: ...natural landscaping or similar obstruction Entrapment Alarm The Mighty Mule 562 Automatic Gate Operator is designed to stop and reverse the gate when the gate comes in contact with an obstruction Add...

Страница 10: ...gates used for vehicles Pedestrians must be supplied with a sepa rate access opening The pedestrian access opening shall be designed to promote pedestrian usage Locate the gate such that persons will...

Страница 11: ...rians must use separate entrance Maximum Gate 300 lbs 136 1 kg 12 ft 3 7 m Voltage 12 Vdc Frequency 0Hz Power 25W Class I Vehicular Swing Gate Operator MMDDYY GTO Access Systems LLC Tallahassee Florid...

Страница 12: ...rd regulates charging Sleep draw is 15 mA active draw is 3 to 8 A Auto memorization of digital transmitter code GTO RF receiver tuned to 318 MHz Opener length with push pull tube fully retracted is 26...

Страница 13: ...r gate is more than 1000 from an AC power source you will need to use a solar panel charging kit minimum 10 watts Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity Chart below Solar Panel and Gate Activity...

Страница 14: ...d have ball bearing hinges with grease fittings The gate post should be be secured in the ground with concrete so it will minimize twist or flex when the opener is activated The addition of a horizont...

Страница 15: ...tion DVD 1 Gate Bracket 2 Post Pivot Bracket 2 3 8 Bushings 2 Customer Support Card 1 Post Bracket 2 Closed Position Stop Plate 2 2 Mounting Screw 6 E Z GATE OPE NER Transformer 1 Warning Signs 4 Wire...

Страница 16: ...trol box Page 14 26 If your gate is more than 1000 away from an AC power source you will need to use at least one 10 Watt solar panel FM123 or two 5 Watt panels FM121 to charge the 12 Volt battery Pag...

Страница 17: ...allows for 1 of clearance between the gate and the opener in both the open and closed position at the same time maintaining a maximum distance of 13 from the end of the retracted opener arm to the ga...

Страница 18: ...e the post On wood posts place a metal plate or washer not supplied between the nuts and the post to prevent the thrust of the opener from pulling the bolts and washers out of the wood The post pivot...

Страница 19: ...ith a clevis pin and a 3 8 bushing Secure the clevis pin with a hairpin clip Step 4 With the gate in the fully open position and the opener arm fully retracted adjust the post bracket assembly and gat...

Страница 20: ...he 5 16 x 11 2 bolt and readjust the post pivot bracket TIP Turn the post pivot bracket over for more hole alignment options You can also move the entire post bracket assembly to different positions o...

Страница 21: ...move excess bolt length with hacksaw or bolt cutters SIDE VIEW TOP VIEW EXAMPLES Gate Bracket Mounting Examples Attach Opener Arm Step 1 Attach the opener to the securely bolted post bracket assembly...

Страница 22: ...and move the gates to the closed position Step 2 Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate U bolts for tube or chain link screw or bolts for wood or metal attach the closed position stop plate...

Страница 23: ...Stop Plate Low Profile Ground Stop Closed Position Stop Plate Step 4 Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate attach the vertical closed position stop plate to the SECOND gate frame at the poi...

Страница 24: ...attery Back of Control Box Battery Wire Harness with In Line Fuse Step 5 Tuck the excess battery leads into the battery box and reattach the CONTROL BOX to the BATTERY BOX Step 6 Remove the four 4 con...

Страница 25: ...t distances up to 1000 DO NOT use telephone wire or solid core wire Unlike stranded wire these types of wire are inadequate for use with your gate opener system NEVER splice wires together Splicing pe...

Страница 26: ...screws against exposed end of wires Step 6 At the AC outlet strip 1 2 of insulation from the ends of the low voltage wire Attach these stripped ends to the transformer terminals We suggest adding cri...

Страница 27: ...e the gate position if neccessary Step 4 With the gates in in the desired closed positions PRESS and HOLD the SET LIMIT button until the alarm and RED Light come on Then release the button NOTE The op...

Страница 28: ...orce the opener will apply against an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction within two seconds IMPORTANT The Stall Force setting will need to be adjusted to compensate for the weight and...

Страница 29: ...than 5 feet FCC WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment In accordance wit...

Страница 30: ...ounting position will give the opener the most efficient leverage point for operation and provides the least possible pinch area C After verifying that you have the best position for the post pivot br...

Страница 31: ...ary C Press and HOLD the SECOND Opener OPEN button on the control board and be prepared to RELEASE the button when the gates reached the desired open position limit Use the JOG OPEN and CLOSE buttons...

Страница 32: ...e solar panel wire into a 14VAC OR SOLAR terminal Insert the other solar panel wire into the remaining 14VAC OR SOLAR terminal The wires can be connected to the 14VAC OR SOLAR terminals regardless of...

Страница 33: ...Devices Photo Beams Push Button Control Gate Opening Sensor Refer to Sensor manual for additional information if needed Edge Sensor Automatic Gate Lock NOTE Connections are for typical applications F...

Страница 34: ...e the operation as follows OPEN STOP CLOSE STOP OPEN 4 EDGE SENSOR Typically for use with contact edge sensor Activation of this input while gate is moving will cause it to reverse direction for 2 sec...

Страница 35: ...st when the unit is turned on b Continuous beep after power up Unit has learned new transmitter code releasing the transmitter button will shut off the alarm c Rapid beeping Unit has encountered two 2...

Страница 36: ...e the problem call the GTO Service Department at 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 Refer to the serial number located on the back of opener arm and date of purchase when calling for assistance 4 If replace...

Страница 37: ...fers hands free operation of the Mighty MuleGate Openor with a 12 ft radius of detection of vehicles in motion A wireless version of the Gate Opening Sensor is available FM130 Automatic Gate Lock FM14...

Страница 38: ...been properly adjusted and tested to make sure that the gate stops and reverses a short distance with minimal resistance applied 40 lbs on a swing gate at the end of the gate 75 lbs on a slide gate 8...

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