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SL DC2 GATE MOTOR
INSTALLATION AND SET UP
INSTRUCTIONS
Mode of Gate Operation
The gate motor is supplied in MANUAL mode as standard.
Manual Release Mechanism
The manual release mechanism is located at the front of the motor. To access the manual
release mechanism you will need the key for the lock and the hex key that was supplied with the
SL gate motor kit to engage or release the clutch.
Manual Mode
Put the key in the keyhole and turn to the key in the “Open” direction as shown by the arrow on
the cover to open the hole for the hex key. Insert the hex key into the hole and turn it in the
“Open” direction until you can freely move the motor drive gear and / or gate freely by hand.
Automatic Mode
Insert the key in the keyhole and turn the key in the “Open” direction as shown by the arrow on
the cover to open the hole for the hex key. Insert the hex key into the hole and turn it in the
“Close” direction until it tightens and the motor drive gear is fully engaged and you can not rotate
the drive gear or move the gate freely by hand. Rock the drive gear or gate backwards and
forward the ensure the clutch is correctly engaged. Remove the hex key and turn the lock in the
“Close” direction and remove the lock key.
Manual Release
Mechanism
Lock
Keys
Hex Key
Turn lock key to open / close
hole for hex key
Turn hex key open / close to
release / engage clutch
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