MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions
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CAUTION
The gate will move freely and uncontrolled when the gate operator is removed from the gate.
ONLY disconnect the operator when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving.
Clevis Pin
Hairpin Clip
Gate Bracket
Front Mount
Because automatic gate operators produce high levels
of force, consumers need to know the potential hazards
associated with improperly designed, installed, and
maintained automated gate operator systems.
Keep in
mind that the gate operator is just one component of
the total gate operating system.
Each component must
work in unison to provide the end user with convenience,
security, and safety.
This manual contains various safety precautions and
warnings for the installer and end user. Because there are
many possible applications of the gate operator, the safety
precautions and warnings contained in this manual cannot
Disconnecting the Operator
1. Turn control box power switch OFF.
2. Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin.
3. Remove the operator’s front mount from the gate bracket.
The gate can be opened and closed manually when the operator
is disconnected.
be completely exhaustive in nature. It does, however,
provide an overview of the safe design, installation, and
use of this product.
CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, WARNINGS, AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE THE SAFE SYSTEM DESIGN,
INSTALLATION, AND USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Warnings in this manual are identified with this
warning symbol. The symbol identifies conditions that can
result in damage to the operator or its components, serious
injury, or death.
MANUALLY OPENING AND CLOSING GATE
Because Mighty Mule automatic gate operators are only part of the total gate operating system, it is the responsibility
of the installer and end user to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use.
NOTE:
Substitute a
Pin Lock
for the clevis pin on the front mount of
the gate operator to prevent theft of the operator from the gate (
see
accessory pages in back of this book).
Important Safety Information
Part #: FM133
