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Preparation of the Gate
Step 1
The gates must be plumb, level, and swing freely on
hinges. Wheels must not be attached to the gates. The
gates must move throughout the arc without binding or
dragging on the ground. Note that gates over 250 lb.
should have ball bearing hinges with grease fittings.
Step 2
The fence posts must be secured in the ground with
concrete to minimize twist or flex when the operators are
activated. We recommend you position the operators
near the centerline of the gates to keep them from
twisting and flexing. The addition of horizontal or
vertical cross members (if one is not already in place)
to provide a stable area for mounting the gate brackets
also important.
Installation Overview
Pull-to-Open Gates (Gates Open into the Property)
The diagram shown below is an example of a pull-to-open installation on a chain link fence and single gate. Mounting the
operators on a masonry columns require special procedures; see Column Installation Information on page 38 if you intend
to mount the operator on a column. Furthermore, if you have a push-to-open gates, you will need to purchase two push-to-
open brackets (see Accessory Catalog) to properly configure your system. See Push to Open Installation on page 33
before proceeding.
Horizontal Cross Member
Vertical Cross Member
Gate Swings Evenly and Freely
Hung Firmly and Plumb
Receiver
PVC conduit (
not included
)
to protect second opener
power cable and low voltage wire
from lawn mowers and weed eaters.
Post Bracket Assembly
Control Box with Battery
Gate Bracket
MASTER Gate Opener
Concrete Poured
Around Gate Post
Run 1000' (max.) of low
voltage wire to control
box from transformer
(
wire not included
).
4 1/2' Power Cable
Closed Position Positive Stop Plates
120 Volt Indoor
Transformer
(
surge protector
not supplied
)
SLAVE Gate Opener
