MM562 Installation Manual Warning Sign Receiver Gate Swings Evenly and Freely Hung Firmly and Plumb Control Box with Battery Post Bracket First Gate Opener Gate Bracket Horizontal Support Horizontal Support Second Gate Opener Post Bracket Gate Bracket 120 Volt indoor Transformer (surge protector not supplied) Power Cable Run 1000' (max.) of low voltage wire to control box from transformer (wire not included). PVC conduit (not included) to protect wire from lawn mowers and weed eaters.
WARNING This equipment meets Underwriters Laboratory Standard 325 (UL 325). However, gate equipment has hazards associated with its use and therefore by installing this product the installer and user accept full responsibility for following and noting the installation and safety instructions. Failure to follow installation and safety instructions can result in hazards developing due to improper assembly.
Table of Contents Gate Opener Class Categories--------------------------------------------------------------inside cover Units and Standards Conversion Chart----------------------------------------------------inside cover PLEASE READ THIS FIRST!--------------------------------------------------- page iii Important Safety Instructions --------------------------------------------------- page 1 KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Disconnecting the Opener---------------------------------------------
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.
Important Safety Information 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 cannot be completely exhaustive in nature.
Important Safety Information For the Installer and End User WARNING To reduce the risk of injury or death: 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away from children. 3. Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE. 4. Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an object activates the non-contact sensors.
Important Safety Information For the Installer and End User Typical Entrapment Zones are shown in the diagrams on page 2: Zone 1 – leading edge of the gate and the fence post. Zone 2 – between the gate and the gate post. Zone 3 – the path of the gate. Zone 4 – the space between the gate in the open position and any object such as a wall, fence, tree, etc. Zone 5 – pinch points between the operator and gate. II. During Installation 1.
Important Safety Information For the Installer and End User III. After Installation 1. Attach the warning signs (included) to each side of the gate to alert the public of automatic gate operation. It is your responsibility to post warning signs on both sides of your gate. If any of these signs or warning decals becomes damaged, illegible, or missing, replace them immediately. Contact GTO for free replacements. 2. The gate is automatic and could move at any time, posing serious risk of entrapment.
Important Safety Information For the Installer and End User Mighty Mule gate operators utilize Dual Sense Technology entrapment protection. Dual Sense Technology is built into every Mighty Mule and provides redundant methods of entrapment protection for open and close gate directions. In addition to Dual Sense Technology, every Mighty Mule gate controller has provisions for the connection of additional obstruction detection devices such as sensing edges and photo beams.
Important Safety Information Installing Warning Signs and Pedestrian Gates Warning signs alert people of automatic gate operation and are required when installing Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Operators. A minimum of two WARNING SIGNS must be installed in the area of the gate. Each sign is to be visible by persons located on the side of the gate on which the placard is installed. The operator is intended for installation only on gates used for vehicles.
Important Safety Information Required Safety Precautions for Gates These warning labels should be found at the locations specified below. If any of them are missing, immediately contact GTO for replacements. ® 562 1-800-543-GATE (4283) • www.mightymule.com ! WARNING MOVING GATE Can Cause Injury or Death 1. KEEP CLEAR! Gate may move at any time. 2. Do not allow children to operate gate or play in gate area. 3. This gate is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate entrance.
Technical Specifications MIGHTY MULE GATE OPENER DRIVE • Low friction screw drive (linear actuator) rated for -5 ºF to +160 ºF (-20 ºC to +71 ºC). • Powered by a 12 V motor with integral case hardened steel gear reducer. Motor speed reduced to 260 rpm. • Maximum opening arc of 110º. Approximate opening time (90º): 20 seconds, depending on weight of gate. POWER • The system is powered by two 12 Vdc, 7.0 Ah, sealed, rechargeable acid batteries.
Installation Overview Pull-to-Open Gates (Gate Opens into the Property) The diagram shown below is an example of a pull-to-open installation on a chain link fence and dual gates. Mounting the openers on a masonry column requires special procedures; see Column Installation Information on page 36 if you intend to mount the openers on columns. Furthermore, if you have push-to-open gates, you will need to purchase two (2) push-to-open brackets (see Accessory Catalog) to properly configure your system.
Dual Gate Opener Parts List Opener and Mounting Hardware ® R ENE TE OP E-Z GA Installation Video (1) Customer Support Card (1) Gate Opener (1) w/ 32' Power Cable 8" Nylon Cable Tie (20) Gate Opener (1) w/ 6' Power Cable Gate Bracket (2) Closed Position Stop Plate (2) Post Bracket (4) Post Pivot Bracket (2) Hardware 3/8" x 8" Bolt (8) 3/8" Washer (18) 3/8" x 3" Bolt (4) 3/8" Lock Washer (14) 3/8" x 2" Bolt (2) 5/16" Washer (2) 3/8" x 1-1/2" Clevis Pin (4) Hairpin Clip (4) 10 MM562 Installatio
Dual Gate Opener Parts List (continued) Control Box and Electrical Components Battery (1) ! WARNING Receiver (1) GTO Transmitter(1) Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death 1. KEEP CLEAR! Gate may move at any time. 2. Do not allow children to operate gate or play in gate area. 3. This gate is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use a separate entrance.
Installation of Mounting Hardware POST BRACKET The position of the post bracket determines the leverage and efficiency of the opener. The post bracket position also sets the clearance between the opener and gate in the open and closed positions (minimum 2 inches). The curved design of the post bracket works well for installations on round and square fence posts. Because the post bracket carries the entire thrust of the active opener, bolts that completely penetrate the fence post must be used.
Determining the Mounting Position of the Post Bracket Assembly and the Gate Bracket Post Bracket Assembly Step 1 Insert the 3/8" x 2" bolt through the center hole of the post brackets and post pivot bracket as shown. Fasten a 3/8" lock washer, 3/8" washer and 3/8" nut on the end of the bolt. DO NOT overtighten the nut because the post pivot bracket will have to be adjusted later. NOTE: The following steps are intended for pull-to-open gate installations.
IMPORTANT: While determining the mounting point for the post pivot bracket assembly, be sure that the position allows for minimum 2 inches of clearance between the gate and the opener in both the open and closed positions, as shown in the diagrams below. This clearance will give the opener the most efficient leverage point for opening and closing the gate and more importantly provides the least possible pinch area.
Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket Step 1 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the fence post through middle of bracket slots. Mark reference points for bolt holes on the gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots. After marking your reference points, remove the opener and brackets from the fence and gate. Step 2 Drill 3/8" holes into fence post as marked.
Mounting the Master Opener Attach the opener to the securely bolted post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins, bushings, and hairpin clips, or the optional Pin Locks (FM133). Verify that the opener is level and adjust the post bracket assembly if necessary.
Installation of the Closed Position Stops The Mighty Mule Gate Openers firmly hold the gates in the closed position using positive stops. The positive stops help stabilize the gate leaves in the closed position. To further enhance stability and security, we strongly recommended using an optional Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Lock with your dual gate (see Accessory Catalog).
Step 2 Install a low profile ground stop (not provided) beneath the SECOND gate stop plate. Mount Vertically The ground stop needs to be positioned near the end of the gate as shown in Illustration A and may be made of metal or concrete and should be firmly secured in the ground (we recommend setting it in concrete).
Mounting the Control Box Step 1 Mount the control box using the screws (provided) or another secure mounting method. The control box must be mounted at least 3 feet above the ground to protect it from rain splash, snow, etc., and at least 3 feet from an AC power source to prevent electrical interference. Use mounting holes and screws provided to mount control box to a secure surface.
Running Power Cables Into Control Box Step 4 Review the Installation Overview illustration on page 9 before proceeding. Cut a 6" deep slot into the driveway to accommodate PVC conduit (not provided) for the power cable coming from the Second opener to the control box. The buried conduit will protect the 32 foot power cable from automobile tires, lawn mower blades, weed eaters, and grazing animals. Pull the second opener power cable through the conduit and secure them into the slot in the driveway.
Connecting Opener Power Cables MASTER Operator Step 6 Insert the stripped power cable wires into the appropriate terminals on the MASTER OPERATOR terminal block. The green wire should be inserted into the GRN terminal, the white wire into WHT, the blue wire into BLU, brown wire into BRN, the orange wire into the ORG, the red wire into the RED, and the black wire into the BLK terminal.
Powering the System Installation of the Transformer IMPORTANT: • Never connect the transformer and a solar panel to the opener control board at the same time. It will damage the control board. • The transformer is designed and intended for indoor use. If the transformer can be plugged only into an outside electrical outlet, a weatherproof cover or housing (available at local electrical supply stores) must be used.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LOW VOLTAGE WIRE The only wire acceptable for use with GTO products is 16 gauge stranded, low voltage, PVC sheathed wire. This particular gauge enables the transformer to provide an adequate charge through the control board to the battery at distances up to 1000 ft. DO NOT use telephone wire or solid core wire. Unlike stranded wire, these types of wire are not appropiate for use with your gate opener system. AVOID splicing wires together.
Step 6 Strip 1/2" of insulation from the ends of the low voltage wire. Attach these stripped ends to the transformer terminals. A dab of household petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion. Make sure the exposed wires do not touch each other! Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. (Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended.
CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS DIP Switches DIP ON AUTO CLOSE TIME STALL FORCE STATUS LEARN RMT OFF OFF OFF PULL DLY. OFF OFF MIN MAX ON DIP SOFT START WARNING OPEN SLV OPEN MODE1 MODE2 120 1 2 3 4 DIP Switch #3 - Push/Pull-to-Open ON - Push to open. OFF - Pull to open (factory preset). If your gate opens into the property the DIP Switch is set to the OFF position (factory setting). If your gate opens out from the property the DIP Switch must be set to the ON position.
Setting the Closed Position Limits for Pull to Open Applications TURN CONTROL BOX ON NOTE: The OPEN limit is when the opener is fully retracted and the gate is in the full open position. The open limit setting can only be adjusted by moving the gate bracket. To achieve the optimum closed position, you must adjust the CLOSED limit setting: Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position, and the gates are in the OPEN POSITIONS.
Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code All GTO transmitters are set to a standard code at the factory and are ready to operate your GTO® Gate Opener®. For your safety and security, however, we strongly recommend that you replace the factory setting with your own personal code. Follow the directions below: 1.
Setting Dual Sense Detection Do not use the Dual Sense Stall Force adjustment to compensate for a gate that is sticking or binding. Excessive Stall Force may cause damage to the gate operator or gate system or Injury or Death. OFF O MAX The Stall Force adjustment is located on the control board. Turn the “STALL FORCE” arrow in the center of the potentiometer with small flat head screwdriver.
Installing the Receiver Use the transmitter to check the range of the receiver before permanently mounting it. Consider the following when mounting the receiver: • Standard receiver cable length is 10 feet (receivers with a longer cable are available as special order items; call the Mighty Mule Sales Department). NEVER splice receiver cable! • Run the cable through PVC conduit to protect it from damage. • DO NOT run cable in conduit containing ac wiring.
Input Connections • All control inputs are dry-contact, normally open, inputs. DO NOT apply external voltage sources to these inputs. • All inputs are connected with respect to COMMON terminal. • The status LED will blink once when any input is activated. 1 COM: Circuit common (reference for all logic input) • Two (2) terminals to provide extra common connection point.
Wiring Accessories CONTROL OUTPUTS 6 7 GTO RCVR. 6 7 Automatic Gate Lock (FM143) COM ALM RED 5 COM 4 BLK BLK 3 GRN 2 BLU 71 BRN CLOSE EDGE ORG OPEN EDGE RED 6 SHADOW 5 WHT EXIT 4 GRN SAFETY 3 CYCLE BLU GRN WHT 2 RED COM BLK COM 1 7 CONTROL INPUTS CONTROL INPUTS MASTER OPERATORRECEIVER CYCLE AUX 2ND OPERATOR RLYMASTER OPERATOR GRN BRN GTO 18 VOLT TRANSF.
PUSH-TO-OPEN gates open out from the property (opener arms extend to open). A Push-To-Open Bracket is required for this type of installation. In a Push-To-Open installation, the opener is installed while the gate is in the closed position and the opener fully retracted. Swinging gates MUST NEVER open into public access areas! Step 1 Insert the 3/8" x 2" bolt through the center hole of the post brackets and post pivot bracket as shown.
Step 4 When you feel that you have the best position for the post pivot bracket in the closed position, insert the 5/16" bolt through the aligned holes of the post bracket and post pivot bracket to hold it in place. Remove the clevis pin from the front mount and while supporting the gate opener, swing the gate and gate opener to the open position. With the gate and gate opener in the open position check the clearance and be sure that the gate opener is not binding at the post pivot bracket.
Setting the Open Position Limit Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position, and the gates are in the CLOSED POSITIONS. Step 2 Activate your openers by pressing the entry transmitter button. Your gates should now be moving from the closed positions toward their open position. Prepare to STOP gates by pressing the entry transmitter button again when the first gate reaches the desired open position. This step may be repeated until desired open position is achieved.
Troubleshooting Guide If your gate opener does not function properly after it is installed, use this guide before calling the GTO Service Department. VOLTAGE READINGS 18 Vac Transformer......................................................................................18.0 to 22.0 Vac, 2200 mA 5 W Solar panel (single).............................................................................18.0 to 22.
Visual Feedback Indication Possible Diagnosis Check Status (clear) 1 blink Cycle Terminal ShortedDisconnect the push button, keypad, intercom keypad, or any other accessory wired to this terminal. Try the remote. If the remote works, then the problem is the accessory. Status (clear) 2 blinks Safety Terminal Disconnect the loop detector, photo beam, or any other accessory wired to this Shorted terminal. Try the remote. If the remote works, the problem is the accessory.
Battery/Power Troubleshooting RED LED AUTO CLOSE TIME FUSE 15 STALL FORCE STATUS BATT+ CHARGING LEARN RMT BATT- OFF 120 MAX ON MODE1 MODE2 1 2 3 4 SOFT START OFF WARNING OFF OPEN PULL 2ND OPEN DLY. POWER IN MIN OFF OFF ON ON PUSH SIMULT.
Repair Service If your Gate Operator is not operating properly, please follow the steps below: 1. First use the procedures found in the Troubleshooting Guide (see page 25). 2. Use the 24/7 Troubleshooting Wizard at http://support.gtoinc.com. 3. If you are unable to solve the problem, call the GTO Service Department at (800) 543-1236, or (850) 5754144. Refer to the serial number (located on the right side of the control box) and date of purchase when calling for assistance. 4.
Accessories Please visit www.mightymule.com for photos and detailed descriptions of accessories. Or call 1-800-543-4283. POWERING ACCESSORIES Low Voltage Wire [RB509] The 16 gauge, stranded, dual conductor low voltage Wire is for connecting the AC powered transformer, solar panel or wired accessories to the system’s control board. This specially designed wire is UV treated, PVC coated, and ready for direct burial. Solar Panel Kits [FM121/FM123] If your gate operator is more than 1000 ft.
PO WE R An sw er Pe Gran rm iss t ion Ke Ba ypad tt Lo w NT 0- RO 54 3- L 42 SY 83 ST EM S SS 1- CO 80 CE 9V AC DV Residential Wireless Entry Intercom [FM136] Designed for added security to your automated gate with the ability to “speak to” and “screen” visitors safely from inside your home. Ideal for securing gate entrances while providing controlled access.
ADDITIONAL Accessories Photo Beams [R4222] Primary “through beam” photo beam device. Provides “non-contact” obstruction protection. Pin Lock [FM345] Use as a substitute for the clevis pin at the front mount of the gate opener to prevent theft of the operator. • Pin Lock 10-pack: ten Pin Locks keyed alike [FM345KA]. Push Button Control [RB101] Wire this unlit push button directly to your gate operator for simple open/close/stop operation from up to 1000 ft. away. Use 16 gauge low-voltage wire.
Gate Operator Installation Checklist 1. The gate has been checked to make sure it is level and moves freely in both directions. 2. Potential pinch areas have been guarded so as to be inaccessible OR have sensing edges and/or photo beam obstruction detection devices installed. 3. The installer has installed one or more contact or non-contact obstruction sensing devices, if required for this installation. 4.
