Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Opener SystemFOR DUAL SWING GATES Manuel d'installation

©2004 GTO, Inc.R350INST rev - 04/11/06Installation Manual for theWARNING!This equipment is similar to other gate or door equipment and meets or exc

6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSInstall Warning SignsEntrapment ProtectionGTO’s inherent obstruction settings, even when properly adjusted, may not be s

7IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!Warning signs (2 enclosed) to be installed on each sideof the gate (3–5 feet above the bottom of the gate)Product ident

8Parts List - Opener and Mounting HardwareHairpin Clip (2) 3/8" x 1-1/2" Clevis Pin (2)5/16" x 1-3/4" Bolt (1) 3/8" x 2"

9Tools Needed• Power Drill• Open End Wrenches — 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", and 9/16" • 3/8" Drill Bit• Hacksaw or Heavy Duty Bolt Cut

10DRIVE• Low friction screw drive (linear actuator) rated for -5 ºF to +160 ºF (-28 ºC to +71 ºC). • Powered by a 12 V motor with integral case hard

11Preparation of the GateStep 1 The gate must be plumb, level, and swing freely on its hinges. Wheels must not be attached to the gate. The gate mus

12Thin Walled Tube GateSteel Pipe Cut in HalfGate BracketGate BracketWood or MetalReinforcementGate BracketPanel Gate 1" x 6" Wood Reinforc

13Determining the Mounting Position of the Post Bracket Assembly and the Gate BracketStep 5 With the gate in the open position (up to 110º from its

14Gate in theCLOSED POSITIONPinch AreaGate in theOPENED POSITIONPinch Area2" minimum2" minimumBe sure gate opener and bracket don't bin

15Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Step 7 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the fence post through middle of bracket slots. Markin

VEHICULAR GATE OPENER CLASS CATEGORIESResidential Vehicular Gate Opener-Class I: A vehicular gate opener (or system) intended for use in a home of one

16Mounting the OpenerStep 11Attach the opener to the securely bolted post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins, bushings, and hairpin c

17At this stage of the installation, the opener should be installed on the gate and the closed position stop should be in place.Check List• The gate i

18Powering the System IMPORTANT: • The Mighty Mule 350 is designed and intended for use with a 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery. The batter

19Step 2Place the 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery and its weatherproof case within 6 feet of the fence post where the opener arm is mounted

20ON/OFF– oBattery Harness WiresTransformer WiresReceiver WiresAccessory WiresNeatly arrange all wires to lay flat as they come out of the opener.MIgh

21 GTO indoorTransformer(surge protector not supplied)Run 1000' (max.) of lowvoltage wire to controlboard from transformer(wire not included).

22Step 9 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. (Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended.)Step 8 At the AC ou

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24Your Mighty Mule 350 has two Limit Settings1) OPEN Limit setting: (Gate in the OPEN POSITION / FACTORY SET & NOT ADJUSTABLE) The open limit s

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Gate Opener Class Categories -------------------------------------------------------------inside coverUnits and Standards Conversion Chart -----------

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27Installing the ReceiverUse the transmitter to check the range of the receiver before permanently mounting it.Consider the following when mounting th

28Connecting Additional Safety DevicesThe Mighty Mule® 350 is equipped with built-in obstruction sensitivity. The opener is designed to stop and reve

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30Wires from Accessory1ON2 3 415CHARGINGPOWERSTATUSRFPULL-PUSHMODE1MODE2LOCK/BEACONOFF 120MIN MAXSTALL FORCECLOSE TIMESETLIMITLEARNREMOTEAUX OUTSOLAR

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33Gate in the Closed PositionPinch Area (gray)Gate in the Open PositionPinch Area (gray) 2" minimum2" minimumDetermining The Mounting Positi

34Step 3With the gate in the fully closed position and the opener retracted, swing the opener to the gate. Mark reference points for bolt holes on ga

35Step 3With the gate in the desired open position PRESS & HOLD the “SET LIMIT" button on the control board for 5 seconds. Step 4Press the tr

PLEASE READ THIS FIRST!iiiBEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER:watch the enclosed videotape and read these instructions carefully an

36Audible/Buzzer/Alarm Feedback: 1. 1 beep with 2 seconds off1 beep with 2 seconds off:Limit switch error: Limit switch’s normally open and normally

372. STATUS LED (LED1):STATUS LED (LED1):While the unit is IDLE:1 blink with 2 seconds off:Free Exit terminal is shorted to common.2 blink with 2 seco

38If your Mighty Mule® Gate Opener is not operating properly, please follow the steps below:1. First use the procedures found in the Maintenance &

39Column Installation Information IF THIS OPENER WILL BE USED WITH GATES THAT ARE MOUNTED ON MASONRY, BRICK, OR ROCK (etc.) COLUMNS:READ THE FOLLOWIN

40Solar Panel (FM121) Not Compatible with Mighty Mule® 250The Solar Panel is a 5 watt solar powered battery charger for use with the FM500 & FM502

41If you have a question about any special order item, just call 1-800-543-GATE!Low Voltage Wire (RB509) The 16 gauge, multi-stranded, dual conductor

1IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBecause automatic gate openers produce high levels of force, consumers need to know the potential hazards associated wit

2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFor The ConsumerWARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to meet t

3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSMoving GateAreaDriveway10'10'10'10'NEVER INSTALLany control devicewithin gray areaEntrapment Zones f

4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIII. After Installation 1. Attach the warning signs (included) to each side of the gate to alert the public of auto ma

5IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSENTRAPMENT ALARM (UL 325; 30A.1.1A)The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate Opener is designed to stop and reverse within 2 seconds wh