Mighty Mule FM502 Dual Swing - Blue Board - Manual (Page 4)

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Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener—GTO's "do-it-yourself" automatic gate opener!
When correctly installed and properly used, your Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener 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 videotape will enable you to properly install your
Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener.
The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener is designed for installation on a pull-to-open dual leaf gate (gates that open
into the property). By purchasing an accessory bracket, the Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener can accommodate a
push-to-open dual leaf gate (gates that open out from the property). The gate must not exceed 18 feet in length and
weigh more than 350 pounds per leaf or exceed 6 feet in length and weigh more than 850 pounds per leaf (please see
Technical Specifications
on page 10). The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener can be used on vinyl, aluminum, chain
link, farm tube, and wrought iron gates. Use on solid (wood) gates is not recommended. Solid surface gates have a
high resistance to the wind. If the wind is strong enough, the opener will obstruct and stop.
The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener accommodates extra transmitters, digital keypads, solar panels, push buttons,
automatic gate locks, and other access control products. These optional accessories (see accessory pages in the back
of this book
) 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 GTO Sales Department (800-543-GATE).
The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener features adjustable obstruction sensing. This safety feature makes the gate
stop and reverse direction within 2 seconds when it comes in contact with an obstruction. MIN is the factory setting;
meaning the gate will exert the minimum force on an obstruction before it stops and reverses direction.
The Mighty Mule® E-Z Gate® Opener 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.
PLEASE NOTE—If your application requires any of the following:
Swing gates longer than 18 feet or weighing more than 850 pounds;
Slide gates;
Heavy duty or commercial uses;
Professional installation;
For additional support and for information about our GTO/PRO professional line of gate openers and accessories go
to www.gtopro.com or call GTO at (800) 543-GATE [4283] or (850) 575-0176. Our Sales Department will be glad to
give you the name and phone number of a GTO/PRO dealer near you.
E-Z GATE OPENERS
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER:
watch the enclosed video and read these instructions carefully and completely
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 opener safety and proper use of the gate opener.