PRINTER’S INSTRUCTIONS: INSTR,INSTL,MM571W & MM572W - P/N: 10022116 A - INK: BLACK - MATERIAL: 20 LB. MEAD BOND - SIZE: 8.500” X 11.000” - TOLERANCE: ± .
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.
Please Read This First! Important Safety Information 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.
Important Safety Information Important Safety Information FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER WARNING Typical Entrapment Zones are shown in the diagrams on page iv: 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.
Important Safety Information Important Safety Information FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER 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 Nortek Security and Control for free replacements. 2.
Important Safety Information Important Safety Information INSTALLING WARNING SIGNS AND PEDESTRIAN GATES REQUIRED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR 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.
Technical Specifications Before You Begin MIGHTY MULE 571W/572W GATE OPENER POWERING OPTIONS • Low friction screw drive (linear actuator) rated for -5 ºF to +160 ºF (-20 ºC to +71 ºC). • Opener length with push-pull tube fully retracted is 40.25", mounting point to mounting point. Maximum stroke is 20". • Maximum opening arc of 110º. Approximate opening time (90º): 14 seconds, depending on weight of gate. • The system is powered by a 12 Vdc battery (included).
CHECK EXISTING GATE SIZE AND MATERIAL ITEMS INCLUDED FOR PRIMARY GATE OPENER INSTALLATION (MM571W) • Type of gate material: Vinyl, aluminum, chain link, farm tube, wrought iron, wood. • Gate size: Up to 18 feet and up to 850 lbs. — See Operational Capacity chart on page x. Not rated for use on solid surface gates. C B D Transformer Operator Arm IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR PROPER GATE INSTALLATION ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● The gate must be plumb, level, and swing freely on its hinges.
Mechanical Installation TOOLS NEEDED 7/16” Bit Drill ASSESSING THE GATE FOR INSTALLATION Center Punch Pen 1/2” Bit 7/32” Bit Your gate operator can be mounted to a variety of gate types. This section shows some of the most common, along with the reinforcement methods recommended prior to or while mounting your gate operator.
L T PULL-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING (MOST COMMON) PULL-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Your Property N Your Property Step 1 Step 3 ●● Assemble the gate post bracket sub assembly as displayed. S ●● With the gate in the OPEN position, use clamps to secure the operator to the gate post and B center cross member of the gate. O N ●● Ensure that the operator is level.
PULL-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING PULL-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Your Property Your Property Step 5 Step 8 Q ●● Using a drill and 7/16” drill bit, drill the necessary holes to mount the gate post and gate brackets. ●● Open the gate and reattach the operator to the gate bracket. ●● Ensure that the operator arm is level and the brackets are securely clamped. ●● Secure the post pivot bracket in place by installing the hardware shown. Tighten both bolts (O and Q).
PULL-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING INSTALLING THE CLOSED POSITION STOP PLATE / PULL-TO-OPEN Your Property Your Property Step 10 V Step 1 T N H ●● Remove the operator from the gate post and gate brackets. L ●● Secure the gate bracket with the supplied hardware as shown. S ●● With the gate fully open, install the closed position stop plate (hardware not included). L ●● Do not fully tighten hardware until after the next step.
PUSH-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING PUSH-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Your Property Your Property Step 1 Post Bracket Assembly Step 3 ●● Assemble the gate post bracket subassembly as shown with the Push-to-Open pivot bracket (FM148). Must be purchased separate. G O ●● Ensure thatBthe operator is level. F Push-to-Open pivot bracket (FM148) ●● With the operator arm temporarily secured to the gate, check to ensure there is at least 2 inches of clearance between the operator arm and gate.
PUSH-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING Your Property Your Property Step 5 Q ●● Close the gate and reattach the operator to the gate bracket. ●● Ensure that the operator arm is level and the brackets are securely clamped. ●● Secure the post pivot bracket in place by installing the hardware shown. Tighten both bolts ‘O’ and ‘Q’. Step 6 ●● Using a permanent marker, mark the center of the mounting locations for the gate post bracket subassembly.
PUSH-TO-OPEN OPERATOR MOUNTING INSTALLING THE CLOSED POSITION STOP PLATE / PUSH-TO-OPEN Your Property Your Property Step 10 L T V ●● Secure the gate bracket with the supplied hardware as shown. Step 1 H ●● Remove the operator from the gate post and gate brackets. L ●● Swing the gate to the open position. ●● With the gate fully open, install the closed position stop plate on the gate opposite the operator (hardware not included). P ●● Do not fully tighten hardware until after the next step.
CONTROL BOX INSTALLATION CONTROL BOX INSTALLATION Step 1 Step 4 3’ n. i M 3’ n. i M ●● Place the second battery and route harness as shown. CONSTANT VOLTAGE CHARGE ●● Identify a suitable mounting location for your control box at least 3 ft. from the ground and no more than 4 ft. from the primary operator.
CONNECTING THE OPERATOR(S) AND BATTERY CONNECTING THE OPERATOR(S) AND BATTERY Step 1 Step 3 B ●● Remove the sealing nut from one of the cable glands on the bottom of the control box. ●● Locate the PRIMARY operator wiring terminals, and insert the wires into the corresponding color terminals. SEALING NUT ●● Feed the operator wiring harness through the sealing nut. ●● Tighten the screw terminals ensuring the wires are captured correctly as shown.
TRANSFORMER OR SOLAR PANEL WIRING INSTALLATION WARNING TRANSFORMER OR SOLAR PANEL WIRING INSTALLATION Step 3 Step 1 11 22 33 44 55 PULL PULL STAGGER STAGGER WARNING WARNING RESET RESET ++ PUSH PUSH Before digging contact local authorities to locate underground utilities such as electric and gas service. AUTO AUTO CLOSE CLOSE TERM6 TERM6 BAT+ BAT– SECONDARY BLK RED BRN ORG WHT GRN ●● Note: If your outlet is outside, use a weatherproof cover.
Step 4 Electrical Installation and Setup TERM6 DIP SWITCHES SETTINGS BAT+ BAT– PUSH ●● From the other end of the low voltage wire, SW1 SW2 strip 1/2” from both the RED and BLACK wire. + 12345 ●● Off ❚ = Pull SAFE EXIT SHDW CLOSE EDGE OPEN EDGE ●● OFF - Gates will open simultaneous, but close staggered. ●● ON - Gates will stagger while opening and closing for compatibility with gate locks. attery Power Access AUTO CLOSE Warning ●● The WARNING DIP switch toggles a movement alarm ON or OFF.
OPERATOR LIMIT SETTING TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING Setting the Operator's Extended Limit (MM571W Only): 1. Press and hold the (up arrow) and (return/enter) buttons until LED1 turns on and the buzzer sounds. Release. 2. Use the (up arrow) and (down arrow) buttons to jog the gate operator to the EXTENDED position. 3. Once you have positioned the gate operator to the EXTENDED position, press and release the (return/enter) button to set the EXTENDED limit.
Connecting Additional Devices AUTO CLOSE SETTING Step 1 ●● The auto close timer is set to OFF from the factory. ●● To set an auto close timer, use a small flat head screw driver to turn the auto close potentiometer clockwise. Mighty Mule strongly recommends the use of additional obstruction detection devices however we do not endorse any specific brand names. Only use products that are listed to be in compliance with any applicable UL safety standards and national and regional codes.
CONTROL BOARD CONNECTIONS CONNECTING ACCESSORIES NOTES: 1 ●● All ACCESSORY INPUTS (ITEMS 2-6) are dry contact,normally open inputs. DO NOT apply external voltage inputs to these terminals. 2 ●● All ACCESSORY INPUTS (ITEMS 2-6) are connected with respect to the COMMON terminals (ITEM 1). 1 COM: Common/Negative terminal for accessory devices and negative wire from solar panel(s).
Maintenance ●● Monthly, test the obstruction and entrapment protection systems. ●● Monthly, service the gate operator (make sure the power switch is OFF). Clean extended operator arm with a soft, dry clean cloth. ●● On all gates weighing 250 lb. or more, routinely grease the ball bearing hinges at least 4 times a year; more frequently if the gates are near a coastal area.
Audible Feedback 1 Beep, pause, 2 beeps when attempting to activate the unit. 1 Beep, pause, 3 beeps when attempting to activate the unit. The unit clicks with no arm movement Possible Diagnosis Check/Solution Reading primary motor short condition hh Turn the system off and back on.
Visual Feedback Possible Diagnosis Check/Solution The unit will not run 1) Unit arm travel (limits) not set. 2) Transmitter not programmed. 3) Power source issues. 4) Arm problem hh hh hh hh hh hh hh hh Set travel limits Program transmitter Bad or low battery No transformer output, proper output should be 19 Vdc Poor or night solar conditions Check circuit breaker or GFI Power at outlet Low voltage wire problem from charge source (transformer or solar panel) to the control board.
Repair Service If your Mighty Mule Gate Opener is not operating properly, please follow the steps below: 1. First use the procedures found in the Maintenance & Troubleshooting Guide (see page 28). 2. For 24 hour 7 days a week trouble shooting and support online go to our TECH WIZARD site at www.mightymule.com 3. I f you are unable to solve the problem, call the Tech Service Department at (800) 543-1236, or (850) 575-4144. 4.
Appendix A MMT103 ® The MMT103 Code Safe digital transmitter is a wireless radio control designed for use with Mighty Mule garage door openers and can also be programmed to your Mighty Mule gate openers. One remote for two or three devices. ACCESSORY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Wireless Entry Intercom / Keypad (FM136) Allows owner to screen guest at the gate before allowing access to the property.
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.
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