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MM271 Installation Instructions
MM271 Installation Instructions
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Please Read This First!
Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule Gate
Operator—Nortek Security and Control'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 to ensure you
have the correct system for your particular needs. If
so, this manual and 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). The gate must not exceed
12 feet in length or weigh more than 300 pounds
(please see Technical Specifications on page x). The
Mighty Mule Gate Operator can be used on vinyl,
aluminum, chain link, farm tube, and wrought iron
gates.
Not rated for use on solid surface gates due to
the potential to damage the operator and/or injure
someone.
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
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 (800-543-4283).
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 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.
Go to www.mightymule.com for a dealer or retailer
near you or call (800) 543-4283 for information about
our Linear professional line of gate operators and
accessories. Our Sales Department will be glad to give
you the name and phone number of a Linear dealer
near you.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR:
Read these instructions carefully 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.
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
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.
this manual cannot 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.
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.
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
NOT FOR THE CONTAINMENT OF ANIMALS.
Part #: FM133
