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GTO Mighty Mule 352 User's Manual

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1. page 1 Important Safety Instructions for the Consumer page 2 Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment page 5 Required Safety Precautions for Gates page 6 Warning Signs and Labels page 7 Installation page 8 Parts List een n nnn page 8 Tools and Items Needed for Installation page 9 Technical Specifications page 10 Installation Overview page 11 Installation of the Mounting Hardware page 12 Mounting the Master Opener page 16 Mounting the Second Opener page 16 Installation of the Closed Position Stops page 16 Trench and Lay Conduit for Wiring page 19 Preparing To Connect The Wires page 19 Attaching Master Battery and Communication Cables
2. TT TM page 35 Push to Open Installation page 36 Setting the Open Position Limit page 37 Visual and Audible Diagnostic Indicators page 39 Repair Service page 41 Column Installation Information page 42 Accessory Catalog page 43 Meu ant E Z GATE OPENERS PLEASE READ THIS FIRST Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule 352 E Z Gate Opener GTO s do it yourself automatic gate opener When correctly installed and properly used your Mighty Mule 352 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 video will enable you to properly install your Mighty Mule 352 E Z Gate Opener The Mighty Mule amp 352 E Z Gate Opener is designed for installation on a pull to open dual gate leafs gates that open into the property By purchasing an accessory bracket FM148 the Mighty Mule amp 352 E Z Gate Opener can accommodate a push to open dual gate leafs gates that open out from the property The gates must not exceed 8 feet and 550 pounds or exceed
3. page 20 Attaching Second Battery and Communication Cables page 21 Powering Options Transformer or Solar page 22 Connecting the Battery page 23 Connecting the Transformer page 24 Connecting Solar Panel S page 26 Master Control Board Settings page 26 DIP Switches page 26 Dual Mode DIP Switches page 26 Stall Force and Auto Close page 27 Installing the Receiver page 28 Setting the Closed Position Limit page 29 Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code page 30 Connecting Additional Safety Devices page 31 Control Board Connections page 32 Connecting Accessories page 33 Routing Wires Through the Access Panel page 34 Final Step
4. Illustration C Step 3 Attach a vertical closed position stop plate to the SECOND gate Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate attach the vertical closed position stop plate to the SECOND gate frame at the point where it will come in contact with the ground stop post Do not tighten it completely at this time You must slide the closed position stop plate toward the ground stop until they touch Illustration C Once you have moved the stop plate to the correct position tighten its hardware completely NOTE For a push to open installation gates open out from the property attach the closed position stop plate to the outside of the gate Mighty Mule 352 17 At this stage of the installation the openers should be installed on the gate leaves and the open and closed position stops should be in place Check List The gate is plumb level and swings smoothly on its hinges A plate or support was added for the gate bracket if necessary The openers are level and mounted on the centerline of the gate SECOND Gate Opener Post Bracket Assembly MASTER Gate Opener Xe Gate Bracket fess Closed Position OPTIONAL Closed Position Positive Stop Plates Ground Stop Post Mighty Mule 352 Trench and Lay Conduit for Wiring Step 1 Trench and place 3 4 inch or larger PVC conduit from Mas
5. Mighty Mule 352 Second Opener Wire Routing Routing Pin Neatly arrange both wires to lay flat as they come out of the opener Battery Harness Wires 3 Communication Cable 34 Battery Harness Wires Transformer or Solar Wires Receiver Wires Communication Cable LINK Accessory Wires Mighty Mule 352 they come out of the opener holes tightening screws by hand with a hand held screwdriver is recommended To avoid stripping screw i Wire Slot lt gt If you have any questions please call GTO Technical Service at 1 800 543 1236 Final Step When everything has been connected to the opener Replace the control board access cover If you were working with the gt opener with the control board access p facing up remove the opener arm from both mounts and remount it in the upright position control board cover facing down Failure to remount opener in the up right position will allow water to enter the opener and cause damage to the opener control board Mighty Mule 352 35 Push to Open Installation Determining The Mounting Position of The Post Bracket Assembly A Swinging gates shall not open into public access areas 3 8 x 2 Bolt
6. 2 3 8 x 3 bolts washers lock washers and nuts provided Cut off excess bolt length extending beyond the tightened nuts FRONT VIEW ore ea Square Tube Gate Mark fence post through iddle of bracket elote and drill 3 8 holes U EXAMPLES TOP VIEW ooN o9 D Post Bracket se Assembl Sted y Round Metal Post CoM e Cep Square Metal Post with hacksaw or bolt cutters Gate In Open Fosition LEVEL ho Zontal Cross m be Mark cross member through middle of gate bracket slots and drill 3 8 holes FRONT VIEW C i Mounting Flate 1 Created for 1 A Decorative Gate n 1 1 1 required but not supplied i i _ pman i M Remove excess bolt length with hacksaw or bolt cutters 1 E Mighty Mule 352 15 Mounting the Master Opener Step 11 Attach the opener to the securely bolted post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins bushings and hairpin clips or optional Pin Locks see Accessory Catalog Verify that the opener is level and adjust the post bracket assembly if necessary Fost Bracket Assembly bolted to fence post Level Opener Gate Bracket bolted to gate cross member Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Gate In Open Fosition Fence Fost Mounting the Second Opener Step 12 Install the second opene
7. It will damage the control board If you are using SOLAR PANEL S to charge the opener battery skip this section and go to Connecting Solar Panel s section on page 26 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LOW VOLTAGE WIRE The only wire acceptable for use with GTO products is 16 gauge multi 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 multi stranded wire these types of wire are inadequate for use with your gate opener system Telephone wire and solid core wire do not deliver enough voltage for your gate opener to function and will cause the system to go into a condition known as low voltage lockout NEVER splice wires together Splicing permits corrosion and seriously degrades the wire s ability to carry an adequate current Step 1 Select the 120 Volt electrical outlet into which you will plug the transformer Lay the low voltage wire in a trench following a path from the selected electrical outlet to the control box Wires coming up from the ground should be run through PVC conduit to protect them from lawn mowers weed eaters and grazing animals Be sure to bury the wire laid in the trench Step 2 Bring enough wire up through the PVC conduit to allow for gate movement from open to closed position See example right GTO indoor
8. Transformer surge protector not eupplied ne doceo e KX RNS PVC conduit not included to protect wire from lawn mowers and weed eaters T Run 1000 max of low voltage wire to control board from transformer wire not included 24 c Mighty Mule 352 Step 3 Strip 3 16 off the ends of the low voltage wire and twist tightly Insert these ends to the 18 VAC terminal block located on the control board see illustration at right The wires can be inserted into either terminal regardless of us js color Be certain not to let the exposed wires touch each other Master Arm Tighten set screws against Control Board exposed end of wires A dab of household petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion Low Voltage Wire from Transformer Step 4 At the AC outlet strip 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 Spade Tongue Terminal not provided We suggest crimping a spade tongue terminal not provided to the end of each wire before attaching it to the transformer Make sure the exposed wires do not touch each other Step 5 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended not included If electric
9. Push to Open gates open out from the property Push to Open Brackets are required for this type of installation see Accessory Catalog If you have pull to open gates gate opens into the property return to page 13 step 3 tac Post Bracket Push To Open Bracket x optional accessory In a PUSH TO OPEN installation the opener is installed while the gate is in the closed position Step 1 With the gate in the closed position up to 1102 from its open position and the opener fully retracted adjust the post bracket assembly and gate bracket until the opener is level While holding the opener level use C clamps to temporarily keep the post bracket assembly and gate bracket in their respective positions on the fence post and gate a 5 8 Washer 3 8 Lock Wash ax ock Washer Be 3 8 Nut U O o ad W x o o x o mt gt o o D g lt 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 Step 2 After verifying that you have the best position for the post pivot bracket insert the Gate in the Open Position 5 16 x 1 3 4 bolt through the aligned ho
10. compensated circuits e Acircuit on the control board regulates charging Sleep draw is 25 mA active draw is 2 to 5 A Auto memorization of digital transmitter code GTO remote mounted RF receiver tuned to 318 MHz Opener length with push pull tube fully retracted is 371 4 mounting point to mounting point Max stroke 19 Adjustable auto close timer OFF to 120 s and obstruction sensitivity Power terminal bock accommodates a transformer or solar panels DIP switches simplify setup of gate opener Accessory terminal block fully compatible with all Mighty Mule access controls Control board allows connection of safety edge sensors and photoelectric sensors Audio entrapment alarm sounds if unit encounters an obstruction twice while opening or closing OPERATIONAL CAPACITY The Gate Capacity Chart shows approximate cycles per day you can expect from the Mighty Mule 352 Au tomatic Gate Opener when powered with a transformer Actual cycles may vary slightly depending upon the type and condition of gate and installation Mighty Mule 352 Gate Capacity Cycle Chart NOTE NR indicates Estimated number of daily cycles based on use with a transformer and one 1 12 Volt battery Number of Cycles Per Day this size and weight Sauls NR combination is not 450 Ibs 57 350 Ibs 62 recommended for the 250 Ibs 67 Mighty Mule 352 150 Ibs 72 100 Ibs 77 50 Ibs 82 These specifications are subject f 10 i i
11. directions below 1 Remove the Transmitter Cover On the back of the transmitter use a small phillips head screw driver to remove the two screws on the sides of the visor clip and separate the front cover from the transmitter With the front cover removed the battery and the DIP switches will be exposed To set a new code use a small screwdriver to move the switches 2 Set the transmitter DIP Switches There are nine 9 transmitter DIP switches each can be placed in three a different positions 0 DO NOT set all the switches in the same 0 position such as all all 0 or all Once the DIP switches have been set to a personal code replace and close the access cover WARNING No other adjustments should be made inside the transmitter 3 Teach the New Code to Control Board Memory Press and hold transmitter button Press and hold the LEARN REMOTE butonon We3 the control board until it beeps Release transmitter button Release LEARN REMOTE button The new code is stored in control board memory COO Ur Master Arm Control Board LEARN REMOTE Button a M DIEN EE iH EIE ALE E o 30 e Mighty Mule 352 Connecting Additional Safety Devices Although GTO strongly recommends the use of additional safety devices we do not endorse any specific brand names Only use products that are certified and listed to be in compliance with any applicable UL
12. high wind areas Wireless Entry Intercom Keypad FM136 Allows owner to screen guest at the gate before allowing access to the property Keypad also allows owner to give up to 25 programmable entry codes to family friends or approved delivery personnel Codes can be permanent of temporary Can be wireless up to 500 feet or hard wired up to 1000 feet Additional base stations available F3101MBC Low Voltage Wire RB509 The 16 gauge multi stranded dual conductor Low Voltage Wire is for connecting the AC powered transformer or the Solar Panel to the control board Also used for the connection of accessories Such as locks keypads push buttons and other wired control devices This specially designed wire is UV treated PVC coated and ready for direct burial Available in 1000 rolls or special lengths Driveway Alarm FM131 Keep track of the comings and goings on your property with this electromagnetic sensor alert system When a vehicle passes the sensor the receiver emits an audible tone and lets you know someone s there Functional range of up to 400 ft Easy to install and stake is included in kit Transmitter requires 2 C batteries not included Wireless Driveway Vehicle Sensor FM130 The wireless gate opening sensor offers hands free operation of the Mighty Mule Gate Opener Works wirelessly up to 100 feet from the gate Transmitter receiver and two AA batteries are included Push to Open Bracket FM148 Requ
13. install the opener in a push to open configuration requires Push To Open Bracket see Accessory Catalog The minimum clearance is easier to achieve and clearance is no longer a problem since the opener will be pushing the gate away from the column instead of pulling it toward the column It is recommended that you place a steel plate between the opener mounting brackets and masonry surface for additional strength B If a push to open installation is impossible due to traffic hazards terrain etc another option is to re hang the gate You may hang it on a post either in the center of the column or at the back corner or move the gate to the back corner of the columns C The most difficult solution is to cut a notch in the column to accommodate the opener and power cable This job is NOT for the inexperienced eA Column Mount Example i A B can not exceed 14 inches Pivot Bracket gt li j Example If A is 2 then B can not exceed 12 Column N 42 Mighty Mule 352 Mimpi E Z GATE OPENERS Accessories are Available From Your Retail Store Solar Panel FM123 10 watt FM121 5 watt requires two 5 watt panels The Solar Panel is a 10 watt solar powered battery charger for use with the FM350 amp FM352 gate operator systems Particularly suited for remote installations each Solar Panel comes with tubular steel support mounting clips wire connectors and 8 ft of low voltage wire see Low Voltage Wire for add
14. seconds The factory setting is the OFF position OFF 120 Note Gate will NOT automatically close unless both CLOSE TIME gates are at the fully open position regardless of the auto close timer setting Mighty Mule 352 Installing the Receiver S 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 GTO Sales Department NEVER splice receiver cable Run the cable through PVC conduit to protect it from damage DO NOT run cable through metal conduit because the receiver signal range will be decreased DO NOT coil excess cable or store it in the control box DO NOT run cable in conduit containing ac wiring The receiver range can vary from 50 to 100 feet depending upon weather topography and external interference NOTE Do not mount upside down FCC Regulation This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept an interference that may cause undesired operation Transmitter distance may vary due to circumstances beyond our control NOTE The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment Such modifications could vo
15. standards Underwriters Laboratories and national and regional safety codes Call GTO Sales at 1 800 543 4283 for information on compatible products for your specific application Mighty Mule 352 Control Board Connections o 5 O AUX OUT Typically for use with automatic gate lock or light E _ Provides 12Vdc power a maximum of 2 Amps or less than 25 watts when the gate is in motion o 5 2 AUX OUT Typically for use with automatic gate lock or light S ee Provides 12Vdc power a maximum of 2 Amps or less than 25 watts when the gate is in motion NOTE 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 light will blink once when its corresponding input is activated p gt SOLAR PANEL z Input for 18 22Vdc charge power from solar panel 1 m e 18 VAC 2 e Input for 18 22Vac charge power from transformer 3 o lt SOLAR PANEL 4 o Input for 18 22Vdc charge power from solar panel 5 Input for 18 22Vac charge power from transformer EXIT Typically for use with exit loop or wand e Activation of this input will open the gate if it s not already at the open position e Activation of this input while at open limit will restart the auto close time if enabled SAFETY Typically for use with photo beam device loop detector or other non contact
16. to use your gate 11 IMPORTANT Save these safety instructions Make sure everyone who is using or will be around the gate and gate opener are aware of the dangers associated with automated gates In the event you sell the property with the gate opener or sell the gate opener provide a copy of these safety instructions to the new owner Additional copies of this manual can be obtained by downloading one from the Mighty Mule amp web site www mightymule com by contacting GTO Inc at 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida 32303 or by calling 1 800 543 4283 and requesting a duplicate copy One will be provided to you free of charge 4 Mighty Mule 352 A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment As specified by Gate Opener Safety Standard UL 325 30A 1 1 automatic gate openers shall have an inherent entrapment sensing system and shall have provisions for or be supplied with at least one independent secondary means to protect against entrapment The Mighty Mule 352 utilizes Type A an inherent i e built in entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection Also the Mighty Mule has provisions for the connection of Type B2 protection to be used as the secondary type of entrapment protection 1 For gate openers utilizing a contact sensor e g safety edge sensor Type B2 in accordance with UL 325 51 8 4 i A One or more contact sensors shall be lo
17. 10 watts solar charger of gate cycles to expect per day in 12 v dual gate 15 watts solar charger 12 v dual gate 20 watts solar charger a particular area 12 v dual gate 25 watts solar charger when using from 10 12 v dual gate 30 watts solar charger to 30 watts of solar charging power see Accessory Catalog The figures shown are for winter minimum sunlight and do not account for the use of any accessory items Accessories connected to your system will draw additional power from the battery and will require additional solar panels Use up to 250 feet of 16 AWG wire to place solar panel in a good location 22 e o Mighty Mule 352 Connecting The Battery Attach the 10 foot battery harness wires provided to the terminals of the battery Take care to attach the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE terminal and the RED wire to the POSITIVE terminal Reverse connection will cause damage to the control board IMPORTANT Make sure the power switch on the both opener arms is in the OFF position Master Opener 10 ft Master Opener Battery Harness Cable BLACK to NEGATIVE 32 ft Communication Cable RED to POSITIVE E PVC Conduit 32 ft Second Opener Battery Harness Cable run through PVC Mighty Mule 352 c 23 Connecting the Transformer IMPORTANT Never connect the transformer and a solar panel to the opener control board at the same time
18. 16 feet and 150 pounds please see Technical Specifications on page 10 The Mighty Mule amp 352 EZ Gate Opener can be used on vinyl aluminum chain link farm tube and wrought iron gates Use on solid surface 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 blow fuses or may damage the equipment The Mighty Mule amp 352 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 the enclosed Mighty Mule amp Accessory Catalog 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 amp 352 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 amp 352 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 o
19. Installation Manual for the Mmm 352 E Z E Z GATE OPENER SUE TE OPENER EUCTELZZEILIINM c us C181e9 WARNING This equipment is similar to other gate or door equipment and meets or exceeds 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 You agree to properly install this product and that if you fail to do so GTO Inc shall in no event be liable for direct indirect incidental special or consequential damages or loss of profits whether based in contract tort or any other legal theory during the course of the warranty or at any time thereafter The installer and or user agree to assume responsibility for all liability and use of this product releasing GTO Inc from any and all liability If you are not in agreement with this disclaimer or do not feel capable of properly following all installation and safety instructions you may return this product for full replacement value READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY before attempting to install and use this automatic gate opener This gate opener produces a high level of force Stay clear of the unit while it is operating and exercise caution at all tim
20. Mounting Position of the Post Bracket Assembly and the Gate Bracket Step 3 n D Haah Mi 8 m sie ES 3 8 x 2 Bolt NOTE The following steps are e id o e S intended for pull to open gate a sin Ne ed a installations If you are mounting d ager iu lt a Post Bracket your opener on a push to 3 8 washer 3 8 lock D Post Pivot Bracket open gate e g a gate on a x sloped driveway you will need washer and 3 8 nut on E to purchase a Push To Open the end of the bolt DO amp Pay Te bracket FM148 see Accessory NOT overtighten the nut x Post Bracket catalog Also see Push to because the post pivot 9 SA Eebu Open Installation beginning on bracket will have to be Y A page 36 adjusted later pot 3 5 Lock Washer De 3 8 Nut Step 4 Attach post bracket assembly and gate bracket to the opener with the clevis pins and bushings Secure the clevis pins with hairpin clips Front Mount Clevis Pin E Rear Mount T I Bushing oge Pin Opener ICA E J I Ee d Gu eea Clip ce Bushing e Fost Bracket Assembly Hairpin Clip Step 5 With the gate in the open position up to 1109 from its closed position and the opener fully retracted adjust the post bracket assembly and gate bracket until the opener is level While holding the opener level use C clamps to temporarily keep the post bracket assembly and gate bracket in their respective positions on the
21. RTANT The Mighty Mule 352 is designed and intended for use with a 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery The battery must be placed inside a weatherproof case and located within 6 feet of the opener arm The 10 foot harness supplied connects the battery to the master arm The battery charge is maintained by the 18 Volt transformer included Or by using optional solar panel s The transformer OF solar panel is connected to the opener arm control board using low voltage 16 gauge dual conductor multi stranded direct burial wire RB509 see page 24 and the Accessory Catalog All low voltage wire used with the Mighty Mule 352 Gate Opener must be 16 gauge dual conductor multi stranded direct burial wire see page 24 and the Accessory Catalog Do not run more than 1000 feet of wire 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 If your gate is more than 1000 ft from an ac power source you will need to use at least one 10 watt Solar Panel to charge the battery see Accessory Catalog Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity chart below NEVER USE TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL S AT THE SAME TIME it will damage the control board Solar Panel and Gate Activity Chart The table and map illustrate the Winter Ratings maximum number 12 v dual gate
22. TE Connections are for typical applications There may be additional connection options for applications that are not illustrated here 33 Routing Wires Through The Access Panel Master Opener The master opener s battery harness wire has an in line 20 Amp fuse that must be placed inside the opener prior to closing the access panel The illustration to the right shows the best place ment for the battery harness wire connector and in line fuse communication cable receiver wire transformer or solar panel and any accessories that have been installed All wires must be routed down the sides of the opener and flatly out the slot in the back of the opener It is IMPORTANT that the wires lay flat and run inside the routing pins at the back of the opener and out the slot without being pinched when the control board access cover is replaced See the illustrations to the right and below Mighty Mule 352 Master Opener Wire Routing 20 amp fuse gt Routing Pin Neatly arrange all gt wires to lay flat as Second Opener The battery harness and communication cable must be routed down the sides of the opener and flatly out of the slot in the back of the opener It is IMPORTANT that the wires lay flat and run inside the routing pins at the back of the opener and out the slot without being pinched when the control board access cover is replaced See the illustrations to the right and below
23. a 12Vdc system that draws less than 2 amps or less than 25 waits 26 Mighty Mule 352 Stall Force Potentiometer Setting IMPORTANT For safety reasons the obstruc tion setting or Stall Force on the Mighty Mule O p 4 352 control board comes from the factory setat MIN minimum In many gate installations this setting will need to be adjusted to overcome the weight andsizeofthegates Jf E v XX zm The Stall Force potentiometer on the con trol board operates like a volume control on a radio It controls the obstruction sensitivity or es the amount of force the opener will apply to an STALL FORCE obstruction before it automatically stops and reverses direction for approximately two 2 seconds Use a small slotted screwdriver to turn the arrow in the center of the potentiometer Adjust the sensitivity from the MINIMUM position where the gate operates without obstructing from its own weight or the wind conditions in your area NOTE You may need to increase the stall force in cold weather due to increased MASTER resistance from gate hinges SECOND Control Board Control Board ALWAYS KEEP SAFETY AT THE TOP OF YOUR LIST WHEN ADJUSTING OR SERVICING YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER Setting Auto Close Time MASTER ARM CONTROL BOARD ONLY CLOSE TIME auto close timer Determines how long the gate will remain open before it automatically closes The limits are OFF to 120
24. al outlet is located outdoors outlet and transformer should be protected by a weatherproof cover Transformer PN CI SURGE PROTECTOR Mighty Mule 352 Connecting Solar Panel s IMPORTANT Never connect the transformer and a solar panel to the opener control board at the same time It will damage the control board 8 z 5 2 t a 6 SOLAR PANEL If you are using the transformer included with the Mighty Mule 352 to charge the opener battery skip this section and go to MASTER CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS below BLK RED Strip 3 16 off the ends of the low voltage wire from the solar panel and twist tightly Attach the RED solar panel wire to the SOLAR terminal marked and the Low Voltage Wire BLACK solar panel wire to the SOLAR terminal marked from Solar Panels 7 on the MASTER control board Tighten set screws against exposed end of wires A dab of household petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion Solar Panels connect in PARALLEL NOTE For multiple panels wire the panels in parallel as shown in this diagram attach BLACK to negative solar terminal on control board attach RED to positive solar terminal on control board Master Control Board Settings DIP Switches Main DIP Switch Settings MODES DIP Switch 1 Push Pull to Open If your gates open into the property the DIP Switch is set to OFF factory defau
25. ate to its fully closed position then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for the corresponding arm for 5 seconds This will clear the memory for the open limit position Follow Steps 1 3 again Mighty Mule 352 NASTER CONTROL BOARD SET LIMIT Button EH CHARGING L POWER SECOND CONTROL BOARD SET LIMIT Button MILLEL 1 IMAX STALL FORCE CLOSE TIME SET IMIT REMOTI Visual and Audible Diagnostic Indicators If your gate opener does not function properly after it is installed use this guide or use the online troubleshooter at http support gtoinc com support troubleshooter aspx before calling the GTO Service Department On all gates weighing 250 Ib or more routinely grease the ball bearing hinges at least 4 times a year more frequently if the gates are in a coastal area Clean the push pull tube with a soft dry cloth and apply silicone spray to it at least once a month While oxidation is a normal part of weathering of equipment that is exposed to the elements we recommend you apply silicone spray the front and rear mounts to minimize this effect Audible Buzzer Alarm Feedback 1 1 beep with 2 seconds off Limit switch error Limit switch s normally open and normally close inputs both open or both shorted Circuit board is indicating faulty limit switch inside the operator The alarm will automatically shut off in 4 seconds after the pro
26. blem is corrected Call Tech Support 5 beeps with 2 seconds off Low battery condition detected Check battery voltage to ensure you have 12 5 to 13 5 Vdc Check transformer output to ensure you have 18 22 Vac Check charging circuit with transformer or solar panel connected to ensure battery is being charged to 13 8 to 14 8 vDC Battery may be charged with a trickle charger at 12V dC 2 amps for 3 to 4 hours but be sure to disconnect it from the system 1 beep when attempt to run the unit Blown fuse Dead cell or extremely low battery condition Bad connection from battery to circuit board Alarm continuously beeps remote does not operate unit AND not at either limits Two consecutive obstructions have been detected without reaching the limit Alarm will automatically shut off after 5 minutes Power cycle the unit will also shut off the alarm The battery may be extremely low Learn Remote MASTER ARM ONLY When a new code is learned from the remote the alarm will sound Release the LEARN REMOTE button will turn the alarm off See Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code section on page 30 Power Cycle The alarm will beep for 1 second upon power up to indicate the opener is ready to operate Visual LEDs Feedback 1 RF LED LED2 MASTER ARM ONLY Blinking when there is 318 MHz signal is received This LED is typically off when the receiver is connected and no 318 MHz signal is presented If no lig
27. cated at the leading edge bottom edge and post edge both inside and outside of a vehicular swing gate system B A hard wired contact sensor shall be located and its wiring arranged so that the communication between the sensor and the gate opener is not subjected to mechanical damage C A wireless contact sensor such as one that transmits radio frequency RF signals to the gate opener for entrapment protection functions shall be located where the transmission of the signals are not obstructed or impeded by building structures natural landscaping or similar obstruction A wireless contact sensor shall function under the intended end use conditions Leading Edge Contact Sensor on both sides of the gate A Vehicular Gate Vehicular Gate E Ss p S T Post Edge Contact Sensor Bottom Edge Contact Sensor Post Edge Contact Sensor on both sides of the gate on both sides of the gate on both sides of the gate ENTRAPMENT ALARM UL 325 30A 1 1A The Mighty Mule 352 Gate Opener is designed to stop and reverse within 2 seconds when the gate comes in contact with an obstruction Additionally these openers are equipped with an audio entrapment alarm which will activate if the unit obstructs twice while opening or closing This alarm will sound for a period of 5 minutes or until the opener receives an intended signal from a hardwired e
28. chacrossthe 32footcommunication cable wire not included riveway in order to lay conduit allowsthe MASTER and SECOND PC conduit notincluded forthe second battery harness gate openers to operate as an 32 foot power cable connects o protect wire from lawn and communication cable integrated dual gate system run SLAVE to 12 Volt marine or mowers and weed eaters in PVC conduit automotive type battery run in PVC conduit Preparation of the Gate Step 1 The gate must be plumb level and swing freely on its hinges Wheels must not be attached to Horizontal Cross Member the gate The gate must move throughout its arc TR po without binding or dragging on the ground Note that gates over 250 Ib should have ball bearing hinges with grease fittings Step 2 The fence post must be secured in the ground with concrete so it will minimize twist or flex when the opener is activated We recommend you position the opener near the centerline of the gate to keep the gate from twisting and flexing and to avoid backsplash from rainwater The addition of a horizontal or vertical cross member if one is not already in place to provide a stable area for mounting the gate bracket is also important Mighty Mule 352 11 Installation of Mounting Hardware 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 po
29. dium and large Power Drill e 3 8 Drill Bit Hacksaw or Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters Extra person will be helpful YOU MAY ALSO NEED THESE ITEMS BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION Some of these items can be found in the Accessory Catalog page 42 Low voltage wire RB509 will be needed to run from the transformer to the opener control board length depends upon the distance between the transformer power supply and the opener arm See Powering Options Transformer or Solar on page 22 and the Accessory Catalog If your gate is more than 1000 away from AC power source you will need to use at least one Mighty Mule 10 watt Solar Panel FM123 to charge the 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery not included See the Accessory Catalog If your fence post is made of wood and is less than 6 in diameter or 6 square see page 12 Metal plate or washer between nuts and fence posts to prevent pulling bolts out of wood If your fence post is larger than 6 in diameter you will need threaded rods or carriage bolts longer than 8 See page 15 Low profile ground stop page 17 PVC conduit If you have thin walled tube or panel gates see Recommended Reinforcement Examples on page 12 Depending on the type of gate a horizontal cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the front of the opener and gate bracket to the gate See page 11 step 2 page 15 step 10 Surge protection for transformer Some types of installations requir
30. e outside of the gate where the public has access to it Be careful with moving parts and avoid close proximity to areas where fingers or hands could be pinched Devices such as contact sensors safety edges and non contact sensors photo beams provide additional protection against entrapment If push buttons or key switches are installed they should be within sight of the gate yet located at least 10 feet from any moving part of the gate see diagram below Never install any control device where a user will be tempted to reach through the gate to activate the gate opener Do not activate your gate opener unless you can see it and can determine that its area of travel is clear of people pets or other obstructions Watch the gate through its entire movement Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate opener controls in order to prohibit unauthorized use of the gate Pull To Open Application 10 10 Moving Gate Moving Gate Area Area Driveway NEVER INSTALL any control device within gray area Mighty Mule 352 lt 10 gt A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Ill 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 become damaged illegible or missing replace them immediately Contact GTO for fre
31. e U Bolts Spade terminal for transformer page 25 step 4 Mighty Mule 352 9 Technical Specifications MIGHTY MULE 352 E Z GATE OPENER DRIVE e Low friction screw drive linear actuator rated for 5 F to 160 F 21 9C to 71 9C Powered by a 12 V motor with integral case hardened steel gear reducer Motor speed reduced to 260 rpm Generates 520 inch Ib of torque at 12 V Maximum opening arc of 1109 Approximate opening time 909 18 seconds depending on weight of gate POWER The system is powered by a 12 Vdc automotive or marine battery Battery charge is maintained by a 120 Vac 18 Vac output transformer rectified to 14 5 Vdc 40 VA through the GTO control board or by optional GTO Solar Panels the panel should generate minimum of 10 W at 600 mA A diode on the control board prevents battery discharge IMPORTANT Never use both transformer and solar panel this will damage the battery and control board One 1 blade style control board fuse is rated for 15 A NOTE The transformer should not be directly connected to any battery Do not replace fuses with higher ampere rated fuses doing so will void your warranty and may damage your control board CONTROL GTO microprocessor based control board is set for dual leaf pull to open gate installations DIP switches can be adjusted to accommodate an optional kit for push to open gates see Accessory Catalog Control board has temperature
32. e are many possible applications of the gate opener the safety precautions and warnings contained in this manual cannot be completely exhaustive in nature They do however provide an overview of the safe design installation and use of this product CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE THE SAFE SYSTEM DESIGN INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PRODUCT Precautions and warnings in this manual are identified with A this warning symbol The symbol identifies conditions that can result in damage to the opener or its components serious injury or death Because GTO automatic gate openers are only part of the total gate operating system it is the responsibility of the consumer to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use To Manually Open and Close the Gate Follow the Procedure Below A CAUTION The gate will move freely and uncontrolled when the gate opener is removed from the gate ONLY disconnect the opener when the opener power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving Disconnecting the Opener Front Mount 1 Turn opener power switch OFF 2 Remove hairpin clip clevis pin and bushing from the front mounting point me 3 Remove the opener from the mount se Clevis Pin The gate can be opened and closed manually when the opener is disconnected Gate Bracket IMPORTANT NEVER allow opener arm to hang by the E x front mount it will break from the arm w
33. e replacements 2 The gate is automatic and could move at any time posing a serious risk of entrapment No one should be in contact with an activated gate when it is moving or stationary 3 Do not attempt to drive into the gate area while the gate is moving wait until the gate comes to a complete stop 4 Do not attempt to beat the gate while the gate is closing This is extremely dangerous 5 Do not allow children or pets near your gate Never let children operate or play with gate controls Keep the remote controls away from children and unauthorized users store controls where children and unauthorized users do not have access to them 6 KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED Always turn power to opener OFF before performing any maintenance Clean the push pull tube with a soft dry cloth and apply silicone spray to it at least once per month Grease hinges spray push pull tube with high quality silicone spray 7 Tooperate this equipment safely YOU must know how to disconnect the opener for manual gate operation see page 1 If you have read the instructions and still do not understand how to disconnect the opener contact the GTO Service Department 8 Disconnect the opener ONLY when the power is TURNED OFF and the gate is NOT moving 9 Make arrangements with local fire and law enforcement for emergency access 10 Distribute and discuss copies of the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual with all persons authorized
34. ed trademarks of GTO Inc America s DIY Automatic Gate Openers is a trademark of GTO Inc and are the exclusive property of GTO Inc GTO All rights are reserved by GTO and these marks may not be used in any for without the prior written permission of GTO
35. eight Pd x CAUTION Because the Mighty Mule gate Fund opener is battery powered disconnect the opener ONLY when the power switch on the opener is Hairpin Clip turned OFF Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the opener OFF NOTE Substitute a Pin Lock FM133 for the clevis pin on the front mount only of the gate opener to prevent unauthorized removal of the opener from the gate see Accessory Catalog Mighty Mule 352 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A For The Consumer WARNING To reduce the risk of injury or death 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to meet the requirements set forth in the instruction manual could cause severe injury and or death for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible 2 When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main thoroughfare make sure the system is placed far enough from the road to prevent traffic congestion 3 The gate must be installed in a location that provides adequate clearance between it and adjacent structures when opening and closing to reduce the risk of entrapment Swinging gates must not open into public access areas 4 The gate and gate opener installation must comply with any applicable local codes I Before Installation 1 Verify this opener is proper for the type and size of gate its frequency of use and the proper class rating 2 Make sure the gate has been properly installed and swings freely in b
36. epartment will assign a Return Goods Authorization RGA number to you for all warranty repairs 5 Securely pack the component s authorized for return to the factory Include a copy of your receipt for proof of purchase Write the RGA number issued to you on the outside of the package in LARGE BOLD PRINT Ship the package s freight prepaid to GTO Inc 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 NOTE Products returned to GTO without a Return Goods Authorization RGA number in LARGE BOLD PRINT on the outside of the package WILL NOT be accepted Also items returned to GTO freight collect WILL NOT be accepted Mustrry ype MULE 4 46 E Z GATE OPENERS For more information on Mighty Mule s full line of Automatic Gate Openers and Access Controls visit our website at www mightymule com For 24 hour day 7 day week Technical Service visit hitp support gtoinc com support troubleshooter aspx The GTO Inc Technical Service Department is open Monday Friday 8 00 A M 7 00 PM Eastern Time 1 800 543 1236 For sales call toll free 1 800 543 GATE 4283 GTO Inc 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 850 575 0176 Fax 850 575 8912 www mightymule com Mighty Mule 352 41 Column Installation Information IF THIS OPENER WILL BE USED WITH GATES THAT ARE MOUNTED ON MASONRY BRICK OR ROCK etc COLUMNS READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING A The simplest solution is to
37. er or system intended for use in an industrial location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other locations not intended to service the general public Conversion Chart Converting Metric Units to English Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find centimeters 0 3937 inches meters 3 2808 feet kilograms 2 2046 pounds Converting English Units to Metric Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find inches 2 5400 centimeters feet 0 3048 meters pounds 0 4535 kilograms Converting Temperature deg Celsius C x1 8 32 deg Fahrenheit deg Fahrenheit 9F 32 1 8 deg Celsius FOR YOUR RECORDS Please record the product serial number located on the rear of opener arm and the date and place of purchase in the spaces provided below Refer to this information when calling GTO for service or assistance with your automatic gate opener Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Remember to keep all receipts for proof of purchase JONauadid 3dnind HOJ SNOILONULSNI 3S3H I dala 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 Disconnecting the Opener
38. es All automatic gate openers are intended for use on vehicular gates only This product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325 the standard which regulates gate opener safety as established and made effective March 1 2000 by Underwriters Laboratories Inc GATES THAT OPEN For more information on Mighty Mule s full line of Automatic Gate Openers and Access Controls visit our website at www mightymule com R352INST rev 08 08 08 GTO Sales 800 543 GATE 4283 or 850 575 0176 Fax 850 575 8912 or GTO Technical Service 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 For 24 hr day 7 day week Technical Service visit http support gtoinc com support troubleshooter aspx 2008 GTO Inc The Mighty Mule Gate Opener is intended for use with vehicular swing gates The opener can be used in Class I Class II and Class III applications VEHICULAR GATE OPENER CLASS CATEGORIES Residential Vehicular Gate Opener Class I A vehicular gate opener or system intended for use in a home of one to four single family dwelling or a garage or parking area associated therewith Commercial General Access Vehicular Gate Opener Class II A vehicular gate opener or system intended for use in a commercial location or building such as a multifamily housing unit five or more single family units hotel garages retail store or other building servicing the general public Industrial Limited Access Vehicular Gate Opener Class III A vehicular gate open
39. fence post and gate Fost Bracket Assembly Level Opener Gate In Open Fosition Fence Fost Mighty Mule 352 13 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 Step 6 After TIS that you have the best position for the post pivot bracket in the open position insert the 5 16 x 1 3 4 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 closed position With the gate and gate opener in the closed position check the clearance and be sure that the gate opener is not binding at the post pivot bracket If you dont have 2 inches of clearance or the gate opener is binding on the post pivot bracket remove the 5 16 x 1 3 4 bolt and readjust the pivot bracket until you can achieve these important clearances With the post pivot bracket in the optimum position for clearance and freedom of movement reattach the opener to the gate bracket in the open position and recheck the gate opener level and make sure
40. gates to their closed position FRONT VIEW Illustration A Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate U bolts for tube or chain link screw or bolts for wood or metal not supplied attach the closed position stop plate horizontally about mid height on RR EPI Hs SECOND Gate krami the MASTER gate frame Do not tighten it completely at this time Slide the stop plate toward the frame of the SECOND gate leaf until they touch Illustration B Once you have T T moved the stop plate to the correct position Illustration B HO sor VIEW tighten its hardware completely NOTE The optional ground stop post is used to provide a secure point for the SECOND gate to close against If you will be using the GTO Horizontal Gate Lock accessory with your gate opener system the closed position ground stop is REQUIRED as shown in Steps 2 and 3 Closed Position Stop Plate mounted on the gate leaf that CLOSES FIRST Step 2 Install a low profile ground stop not provided beneath the SECOND gate stop plate i le SIDE VIEW Closed Position Stop Plate E The ground stop needs to be positioned near Low Profile Ground Stop the end of the gate as shown in Illustration A and lL in Near the Center of Driveway may be made of metal or concrete and should FRONT VIEW be firmly secured in the ground we recommend setting it in concrete Mount Vertically
41. h to prevent bodily injury in some circumstances For this reason safety devices such as safety edge sensors or photoelectric sensors which stop and reverse gate direction upon sensing an obstruction are suggested for enhanced protection against entrapment Warning Signs The warning signs at right must be installed on both sides of the gate see page 7 for details Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death KEEP CLEAR Gate may move at any time Do not allow children to operate gate or play in gate area This gate is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use a separate entrance 6 Mighty Mule 352 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These warning labels should be found at the locations specified below If any of them are missing immediately contact GTO for replacements A WARNING Product identification label GTO DC SWING Series Conforms to UL325 5th Edition Standards us ere 05 14 08 Serial No MM350DUAL 0000000 GTO Inc Tallahassee Florida USA This label is located under rear mount on the opener Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death KEEP CLEAR Gate may move at any time Do not allow children to operate gate or play in gate area This gate is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use a separate entrance Warning signs 4 enclosed to be installed on each side of the gate 3 5 feet above the bottom of the gate TO MANUALLY OPEN AND CLOSE THE GATE rl Turn opener p
42. he control board is now configured to Wu push the gate open EDGE CYCLE COMMON Setting the Open Position Limit Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position and the gate is in the CLOSED POSITION Step 2 ae your opener by pressing the entry transmitter Your gates should now be moving from the fully CLOSED POSITION toward the opening position Press the transmitter again to stop the gate at the desired OPEN position Note whichever gate reached its desired open position first that will be the first one to be programmed f the second arm is stopped at the desired open position press the SET LIMIT on the SECOND ARM FOR 5 SECONDS f the master arm is stopped at the desired open postion press the SET LIMIT on the MASTER ARM FOR 5 SECONDS Mighty Mule 352 j 37 38 Step 3 Save the setting by pressing the transmitter and allowing the gates to return to the fully closed position YOUR OPEN POSITION LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED Step 4 Repeat step 2 3 for the other arm that has not been programmed in step 2 TESTING YOUR OPEN LIMIT SETTING Press your entry transmitter and allow your gate to open If OPEN position is not correct or needs to be changed you will need to CLEAR your OPEN LIMIT see below setting and follow steps 1 through 3 again CLEARING PROGRAMMED OPEN LIMIT SETTING If you make a mistake and set the limit at the wrong position press your transmitter to return the g
43. ht a Check receiver connection on the control board b Replace the battery in the remote c Relocate antenna d Re learn the remote Mighty Mule 352 39 2 STATUS LED LED1 While the unit is IDLE 1 blink with 2 seconds off Free Exit terminal is shorted to common Check exit wand or loop detector 2 blink with 2 seconds off Safety terminal is shorted to common Check photo beams or loop detector 3 blink with 2 seconds off Edge terminal is shorted to common Check edge sensor 4 blink with 2 seconds off Cycle terminal is shorted to common Check push button wired keypad or wired intercom LEARN LIMIT Mode This LED will turn on when the SET LIMIT button is pressed It will turn off after 3 seconds indicating that it has entered the learn limit mode if not at the retracted limit or cleared the previous learned limit if at retracted limit See Setting Closed Position section on page 27 Whenever there is a change in state at any of the inputs this LED will blink once 3 POWER LED Green MASTER ARM ONLY ON AC power or solar power is present OFF NO AC power or solar power is present 4 CHARGING LED Red MASTER ARM ONLY Continuously ON Fast charging mode 1 5 Amps charging current 14 8 Vdc Blinking two blinks per second Soak charge Enter this mode after fast charging The battery is almost at full charge in this mode 14 2 Vdc Slow blinking one blink per second Float charge In this mode when the ba
44. id the user s authority to operate the equipment Mighty Mule 352 Setting the Closed Position Limit NOTE You may need to set the stall force slightly off of minimum depending on the size and weight of the gate For PULL TO OPEN Installation oWS Turn the power switches on the opener arms to the ON position Your Mighty Mule 352 has two Limit Settings 1 OPEN Limit setting gates in the OPEN POSITION FACTORY SET amp NOT ADJUSTABLE The open limit setting is the fully open position At this point the arms are fully retracted Jo CLOSED Limit setting gt Fully Closed Position The CLOSED Limit setting gates in the CLOSED POSITION To achieve optimum closed position you are required to complete the following FOUR STEPS Step 1 While programming be sure the gate is in the OPEN POSITION and the operator is mounted upside down with SET LIMIT PROGRAM AERE Buton BUTTON visible on the control board NET Step 2 CLOSE TIME Activate your opener by pressing the entry transmitter Your gates should now be moving from the fully open position toward the closing position Press the transmitter again to stop the gate at the desired closed position Note whichever gate reached its desired closed position first that will be the first one to be programmed F SET LEARN IMIT REMOTE h m LJPULL PUSH E Moe o CHARGING L1 POWER If the second arm
45. ired when Mighty Mule amp 350 352 gate operator s must push the gate open such as on a sloping driveway or where space prevents gate s from opening inward pulled open Order two PTO brackets for conversion of a dual swing gate installation Column Mount Lock Receiver 433lH For mounting the Automatic Gate Lock on brick columns walls or for other applications with limited space between gate and post Replacement Transformer RB570 Standard 18 volt 2200 mA AC transformer for maintaining the battery included with the Mighty Mule amp 352 gate operator This is the only transformer approved for use with all UL325 Mighty Mule gate operator systems Universal Receiver RB709U NB The Universal Receiver allows you to use the same Mighty Mule 352 entry transmitter to operate your gate operator and your garage door operator Compatible with most garage door operators If you have a question about any special order item just call 1 800 543 GATE The contents of all material available on this installation manual are copyrighted by GTO Inc GTO unless otherwise indicated All rights are reserved by GTO and content may not be reproduced downloaded disseminated published or transferred in any form or by any means except with the prior written permission of GTO Any reprinting of GTO publications is by permission only Copyright infringement is a violation of federal law Mighty Mule E Z Gate GTO are register
46. is stopped at the desired closed position press the SET LIMIT on the SECOND ARM for 5 seconds f the master arm is stopped at the desired closed postion press the SET LIMIT on the MASTER ARM for 5 seconds Step 3 Save the setting by pressing the transmitter and allowing the gate to return to the fully open position YOUR CLOSED POSITION LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED Step 4 Repeat step 2 3 for the other arm that has not been programmed in step 2 SECOND CONTROL BOARD SET LIMIT Button w TESTING YOUR CLOSED LIMIT SETTING Press your entry transmitter and allow your gate to close If CLOSED position is not correct or needs to be changed you will need to CLEAR your CLOSED LIMIT see below setting and follow steps 1 through 3 again CLEARING PROGRAMMED CLOSED LIMIT SETTING If you make a mistake and set the limit at the wrong position press your transmitter to return the gate to its fully opened position then press and hold the SET LIMIT button on the corresponding arm for 5 seconds This will clear the memory for the closed limit position Follow Steps 1 3 again Mighty Mule 352 29 Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code All GTO transmitters are set to a standard code at the factory and are ready to operate your Mighty Mule amp 352 Gate Opener For your safety and security however we strongly recommend that you replace the factory setting with your own personal code Follow the
47. itional wire The Mighty Mule 352 control board has clearly labeled terminal connections for easy installation of the Solar Panel Installation in some regions of the world will require multiple solar panels for adequate charging power Dual gates require a minimum of 10 watts of solar charging power 5 watt panels require 2 panels Push Button Control FM132 Unlit doorbell button for remote entry or exit control Wires directly to the control board and uses 16 gauge multi stranded dual conductor low voltage wire sold separately Pin Lock FM133 The Pin Lock substitutes for the clevis pin at the front end of the Mighty Mule 352 gate openers Helps prevent theft of the operator from the gate while allowing quick release of the operator Key Chain Two Button Transmitter FM134 The Key Chain Transmitter is a dual button version of the Mighty Mule single button entry transmitter and has the same adjustable code settings Used for 2 gates or 1 gate and garage door battery is included Single Button Transmitter FM135 The Mighty Mule entry transmitter with adjustable code settings is standard equipment with all Mighty Mule 352 systems battery is included Digital Keypad FM137 The specially designed digital keypad can be easily installed as a wireless or wired keypad It can oo be programmed to use up to 25 different personal identification number PIN codes Each code is coe face programmable with additional security feat
48. les Pinch Area gray of the post bracket and post pivot bracket and fasten it with the 5 16 washer and nut cune IMPORTANT If you loosened the clamp on 2 minimum the post bracket to achieve the optimum position tighten it in its new position and recheck the gate bracket with the gate in the open position move the gate bracket and re clamp it if necessary Gate in the Closed Position Pinch Area gray 2 minimum 36 Mighty Mule 352 Step 3 With the gate in the fully closed position and the opener retracted swing the opener to the gate Mark reference points for bolt holes on gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots The opener must be level Some vertical adjustment is possible by sliding the post bracket assembly up and down Drill 3 8 holes into the gate cross member as marked Fasten gate bracket to cross member using 2 3 8 x 3 bolts washers lock washers and nuts Attach the opener to the post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins bushings and hairpins clips Fence Post Gate Post and Gate Cross Member CA In Closed Position l LEVE t POST PIVOT BRACKET a with a horizontal surface of the GATE BRACKET Step 4 ie Make sure the control box power switch is OFF Use a small screwdriver to move the Number 1 DIP switch from the factory EH setting OFF Pull To Open to ON for Push To Open Turn ZIODIEOICOO power switch ON T
49. lt If your gates open out from the property the DIP Switch must be set to the ON position NOTE if you have a Push to Open gate application you will need Push to Open brackets see Push to Open Instructions on page 36 DIP 2 DIP 3 Dual Mode Sequence lorrF orr _ Single Gate Mode MASTER opens 1st SECOND opens 2 seconds later SECOND closes ist MASTER closes 4 seconds later factory MASTER opens ist SECOND opens 2 seconds later SECOND closes ist MASTER closes 8 seconds later lon Jon MASTER and SECOND simultaneously open and close DIP Switch 4 Lock Beacon This DIP selects the mode of operation of the AUX OUT terminal The OFF factory setting is selected when the Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Lock is used with the Mighty Mule 352 The RED wire from the lock is connected to the AUX OUT terminal and the BLACK wire from the lock is connected to the AUX OUT terminal Factory default OFF position provides a timed pulse of voltage to the accessory while the gate opener is activated Lock and circuit board will be damaged if 4 is on gt PULL PUSH The ON setting is selected when a beacon or light is used with the Mighty Mule 352 One wire from the low voltage beacon or light is connected to the AUX OUT terminal and the other to the AUX OUT terminal ON position provides a continuous voltage to the accessory while the gate opener is activated Important Make sure your light or beacon is
50. ntry exit source e g push button control or keypad and the gate returns to a fully open or fully closed position Turning the power switch on the control box OFF and back ON will also deactivate the alarm Wireless controls such as transmitters and wireless keypads will not deactivate the alarm Mighty Mule 352 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Required Safety Precautions for Gates Install Warning Signs Warning signs alert people of automatic gate operation and are required when installing the Mighty Mule amp 352 E Z Gate Opener Furthermore a walk through gate must be installed if pedestrian traffic is expected near the vehicular gate We recommend using the GTO Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock Call the GTO Sales Department for controlled access Bulldog Pedestrian ate Lock recommended not included Contact Sensor Pedestrian Gate Warning Sign recommended not included Warning Sign A A mane r i s A i 5 3 eneee a Vehicular Gate Vehicular Gate qug r wi pa ZZ B x 4 7 7 Contact Sensor Contact Sensor Contact Sensor recommended not included recommended not included recommended not included Entrapment Protection GTO s inherent obstruction settings even when properly adjusted may not be sensitive enoug
51. oth directions Repair or replace all worn or damaged gate hardware prior to installation A freely moving gate will require less force to operate and will enhance the performance of the opener and safety devices used with the system 3 Review the operation of the system to become familiar with its safety features Understand how to disconnect the opener for manual gate operation see page 7 4 This gate opener is intended for vehicular gates ONLY A separate entrance or gate must be installed for pedestrian use see page 6 5 Always keep people and objects away from the gate and its area of travel NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF A MOVING GATE 6 Pay close attention to the diagram below and be aware of these areas at all times ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 2 m ZONE 3 ZONE 3 Driveway Gate mm Entrapment Zones for a PES in the Open Foeition Open Position Pull To Open Application 2 Mighty Mule 352 A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Entrapment Zones for a proper Pull To Open installation Zone 1 leading edge of the master and second gate Zone 2 between the gate and the gate post Zone 3 the path of the gate A 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 opener and gate Il During Installation 1 Install the gate opener on the inside of the property and fence line DO NOT install an opener on th
52. ount them upside down ON OFF IMPORTANT EIE Return opener arms to the upright position when installation Bottom is complete to prevent water PECES kanel damage to the control board Mighty Mule 352 19 Attaching Master Opener Battery and Communication Cables NOTE At this point your 32 foot Power Cable and 32 foot Communication Cable should be run through conduit to connect your master and second Control Board Access Cover Step 1 With the MASTER opener mounted in the n d m Communication upside down position remove the Control Cable LINK Board Access Panel on the bottom of the Master Battery opener arm Harness y Connector Control Board Step 2 Place the 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery and its weatherproof case within 6 feet of the fence post where the master opener arm is mounted ON OFF Switch Receiver Wires Step 3 Connect the Communication Cable coming out of the conduit from the Second Opener to the LINK terminal on the master opener arm control board Be sure to leave enough slack in the cable to accomodate routing of cable through AZ 2 10 Foot access panel Battery Harness Cable Master Battery Harness Connector Step 4 i _ lt Run the end of the10 foot Master Battery Harness cable up to the Master Opener and plug it into the Battery Harness Connector located in the opener access panel DO NOT connect the other end of the Battery Harness cable at thi
53. ower switch OFF MIGHTY Disconnect front or rear mount from mounting bracket MU Pull opener away from mounting bracket and move gate E Z GA TE i OPENER MEE ee Disconnect opener ONLY when the power 1 800 543 GATE 4283 www mightymule com switeh 1s creme qat tenet moving 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 GATE Maximum Gate 550 Ibs 249 4 kg 16 ft 4 9 m Voltage 12 Vdc Frequency 0Hz Power 25W Class Il and Ill Vehicular Swing Gate Operator MOVING Bin Can Cause Injury or Death Logo and warning labels 2 installed on each side of opener housing Mighty Mule 352 Parts List Opener and Mounting Hardware st Pivot Bracket 2 Tanstormner i Hardware Bag Contents AAA Em eae Pos Master ost Bracket 4 ransformer Battery Harness 3 8 x 8 Bolt 8 iii iii 3 8 Washer 18 3 8 x 3 Bolt 4 Um serge Mau a MNA z 5 16 Washer 2 5 16 x 1 3 4 Bolt 2 3 8 Nut 14 3 8 x 1 1 2 Clevis Pin 4 OOOO 5 16 Nut 2 2 Mounting Screw 5 0 Hairpin Clip 4 3 8 Bushings 4 Tools Needed Center Punch Open End Wrenches 3 8 7 16 1 2 and 9 16 Small Flat Bladed Screwdriver Tape Measure Level Wire Strippers Phillips Screwdriver Large C Clamps small me
54. pens 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 Slide gates Heavy duty or commercial uses Professional installation please call GTO at 800 543 GATE 4283 or 850 575 0176 for information about our GTO PRO professional line of gate openers and accessories Our Sales Department will be glad to give you the name and phone number of a GTO PRO dealer near you 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 iii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Because automatic gate openers produce high levels of force consumers need to know the potential hazards associated with improperly designed installed and maintained automated gate opener systems Keep in mind that the gate opener is just one component of the total gate operating system Each component must work in unison to provide the consumer with convenience security and safety This manual contains various safety precautions and warnings for the consumer Because ther
55. r on the remaining gate leaf by repeating Step 3 through Step 11 starting on page 13 After you have mounted the second opener proceed to Installing the Positive Stops Installation of the Closed Position Stops The Mighty Mule 352 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 see Accessory Catalog with your dual gate Illustration A Optional Ground Stop Gate Hinge beneath gate is IMPORTANT You need to SECOND GATE X MASTER GATE a Hi determine which side of the M Position Stop Plates driveway you will place the battery The MASTER gate and gate opener should be mounted on the same side as the battery The gate and gate opener on the opposite side of the driveway from the MASTER and battery will be referred to as the SECOND gate and gate opener BATTERY BO The gate leaf can open The gate leaf can open I up to 110 max up to 110 max l l I J 16 Mighty Mule 352 Step 1 Attach the horizontal closed position stop plate Closed Fosition Stop Plate mounted to the MASTER gate leaf horizontally on metal post with U bolte Detach the gate operators from the gates and move the
56. s point Step 5 IMPORTANT Make sure the power switch on the opener arm is in the OFF position Master Opener in Upside Down Position Second Battery Harness Cable Communication Conduit Cable 20 Mighty Mule 352 Attaching Second Opener Battery and Communication Cables Step 1 With the SECOND opener mounted in the upside down position remove the Control Board Access Panel on the bottom of the opener arm Control Board Access Cover Step 2 Connect the Communication Cable coming out of the conduit from the Master Opener to the LINK terminal on the second opener arm control board Be sure to leave enough slack Second Battery Harness in the cable to accomodate routing of cable LI a Connector 32 through access panel Control Board Step 3 Run the end of the Second Battery Harness Cable up to the Second Opener and plug it ON OFF Switch into the battery harness terminal on the control board DO NOT connect the other end of the Communication Battery Harness cable at this point Cable LINK Step 4 IMPORTANT Make sure the power switch on X the opener arm is in the OFF position OM At this point your gate openers should be connected like the picture below 2 Second Opener SOK Master Opener Mighty Mule 352 21 Powering Options Transformer or Solar IMPO
57. sensors e Activation of this input while the gate is closing will cause the gate to stop and return to the opened position e Activation of this input while the gate is opening has no effect 9 gate will continue to open e Activation of this input while gate is idle will prevent gate from closing 9 000 EDGE Typically for use with safety edge device or other contact sensor e Activation of this input while the gate is operating will cause the gate to stop and reverse direction for approximately 2 seconds e Activation of this input while gate is idle will prevent gate from opening or closing V o o o 0 V y 0 ial a i ACCESSORY INPUTS 2 CYCLE Typically for use with doorbell button or hardwired keypad e Each activation at this input will cycle the operation as follows OPEN STOP CLOSE STOP OPEN COM Circuit common reference for all logic input e Two 2 terminals to provide extra common connection point 32 Mighty Mule 352 Connecting Accessories NOTE When connecting Automatic Lock make sure DIP 4 is set to off Automatic Lock According to Application SSSSSS o GTO Loop Detector Mighty Mule Push Button Control Mighty Mule Keypad Black Power GTO Universal Receiver Ch 2 Wireless Wand Mighty Mule 352 HEIH Mighty Mule Vehicle Sensor Refer to Vehicle Sensor manual for additional connections NO
58. sitions minimum 2 inches for safety reasons 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 On wooden posts place a metal plate or washer not supplied between the nuts Wooden Fost _Metal Plate Wooden Post _ Meta and the fence post to prevent the thrust of the opener from pulling the bolts and washers out of the wood NOTE A fence post smaller than 6 in diameter or 6 square should be made of metal instead of wood so that it will remain stable while the opener is moving the gate Post wen Pivot Bracket Pivot Bracket On round posts of 6 diameter or larger the post pivot bracket may not be necessary for the installation In this instance the two post brackets are mounted by themselves Pull to Open Installation IMPORTANT We strongly recommend using steel pipe wood or metal to reinforce thin walled tube gates or wood to reinforce panel gates as shown These reinforcement methods will prevent damage to the opener and gate when the opener is installed Recommended Reinforcement Examples Steel Pipe Cut in Half t not eupplied Lz Gate Bracket t ed EAS Gate Bracket A 1 x 6 Wood Reinforcement Thin Walled Tube Gate Wood or Metal Reinforcement not supplied 12 Mighty Mule 352 Determining the
59. ter Opener Arm to Second Opener Arm At this time you may also choose to trench and lay conduit from an AC power source to the gate for connecting the 18V transformer NOTE If using solar power trenching for the transformer is not necessary Step 2 Route the 32 foot second battery harness cable and 32 foot Communication Cable through the PVC conduit running from the Second Opener Arm to the Master Opener Arm 8 A Master Opener JJ Trench cut across driveway for 32 foot Second Battery Harness Cable 3 4 inch or larger routing of the Communication Cable and 32 foot Communication Cable PVC Conduit and Second Battery Harness Cable routed through the PVC conduit IMPORTANT After trenching driveway follow these guidelines for PVC installation and running wire DON T use too many curves in PVC Use sweeping 90 angles Wire should be easily removeable if needed DON T splice wire This can cause a voltage drop and can interfere with sequencing and the rev counter DON T run wire in same conduit as AC wiring This causes communication interference and electrical noise DO use minimum of 3 4 ID interior diameter PVC conduit available at your local home improvement store Preparing to Connect the Wires In order to have easy access to the control boards during the rest of the installation remove the master and second openers and rem
60. the brackets are clamped securely Gate in the Pinch Area CLOSED POSITION 2 minimum Be sure gate opener and bracket don t bind Pinch Area Gate in the OPENED POSITION 2 minimum TIP Turning the pivot bracket over gives more hole alignment options for the post pivot bracket assembly You can also move the entire post pivot bracket assembly to different positions on the gate post to help achieve the proper clearances 14 Mighty Mule 352 Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket Step 7 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the fence post through middle of bracket slots Marking reference points in this manner allows room for adjustment when mounting the post bracket assembly and gate bracket After marking your reference points remove the opener and brackets from the fence and gate Step 8 Drill 3 8 holes into fence post as marked Step 9 Fasten post bracket assembly to the fence post using 4 3 8 x 8 bolts washers lock washers and nuts provided Remove excess bolt length extending beyond the tightened nuts with a hacksaw or bolt cutters NOTE In cases where the fence post has a diameter larger than 6 threaded rods or carriage bolts longer than 8 not supplied must be used Step 10 Mark reference points for bolt holes on the gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots Drill 3 8 holes into the gate cross member as marked Mount gate bracket using
61. to change without notice Gate Length NOTE BALL BEARING HINGES SHOULD BE USED ON ALL GATES WEIGHING OVER 250 LB To determine the number of cycles the gate opener will perform using solar panels please see the specifications listed on page 22 or call 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 for more information Gate Weight An operation cycle is one full opening and closing of the gate 10 Mighty Mule 352 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 gate Mounting the openers on masonry columns requires special procedures see Column Installation Information on page 42 if you intend to mount the openers on columns Furthermore if you have push to open gates you will need to purchase 2 push to open brackets FM148 see Accessory Catalog to properly configure your system See push to open installation on page 36 before proceeding Gate Swings Evenly and Freely A Hung Firmly and Plumb A Receiver a 120 Volt indoor 4 Transformer surge protector not supplied Run 1000 max of low voltage wire to battery from transformer Fence Post x Setin Concrete You willneedtotren
62. ttery is fully charged 13 8 Vdc The Gate CLOSES Then Opens Again on its Own 1 Check the position of the pivot and post brackets and readjust if necessary 2 Check the gate for binding or hinge damage 3 Reset closed position limit 4 Adjust stall force The Gate OPENS Then Closes Again on its Own 1 Check the position of the gate brackets and readjust if necessary Take opener off gate Retract tube with remote Re attach arm to see if hole in front mount aligns with hole in gate bracket 2 Check the gate for binding or hinge damage 3 Adjust stall force VOLTAGE RATINGS 18 Vac Transformer 18 0 to 22 0 Vac 10 W Solar panel single 18 0 to 22 0 Vdc 600 mA measure voltage at panel and control box 12 V Battery 12 5 to 13 5 Vdc Charging circuit 13 8 to 14 8 Vdc measure voltage with battery connected 40 Mighty Mule 352 Repair Service If your Mighty Mule 352 Gate Opener is not operating properly please follow the steps below 1 First use the procedures found in the Visual and Audible Diagnostic Indicators section see page 39 2 Use the Online Troubleshooter at http support gtoinc com support troubleshooter aspx 3 If you are unable to solve the problem call the GTO Service Department at 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 Refer to the serial number located on the back of opener arm and date of purchase when calling for assistance 4 If repair or replacement of your gate opener is necessary the Service D
63. ures built in Wired installations require 16 gauge low voltage multi stranded dual conductor direct burial wire Sold separately Requires 3 AA batteries not included Mounting Post FM100 In Ground This black powder coated pedestal is designed to provide convenient access to your keypad wireless intercom or other access control device from your vehicle With its break down design it is easy to install and works well in most standard applications Surface Mount Flanges F102 and Extensions F103 for added height are available Mighty Mule Vehicle Sensor FM138 The Gate Opening Sensor is designed for residential and agricultural applications and is compatible with most Mighty Mule automatic gate opener models see Sensor Box for model compatibility The Sensor is an electromagnetic sensor which offers hands free operation of the Mighty Mule Gate Operator with a 12 ft radius of detection of vehicles in motion A wireless version of the Gate Opening Sensor is available FM130 Mighty Mule 352 43 Accessories are Available From Your Retail Store con t Automatic Gate Lock Pull to Open FM143 A MUST for added security Solenoid driven with a steel housing Unlocks and locks automatically as gates open and close Used with Mighty Mule amp DC swing gate operating systems for maximum stability and security Comes with a keyed manual release Recommended for gates over 8 ft long Ideal for animal enclosures or

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