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1. Low Voltage Wire from Transformer or Solar Panel Strain Relief A WARNING DO NOT PLUG THE TRANSFORMER PVC Pipe gt Operator Power Cable INTO AN OUTLET DURING THIS STEP THE TRANSFORMER MUST ONLY BE PLUGGED INTO AN OUTLET DURING STEP 7 RE_ XN gt coches gt Step 5 Low Voltage Wire Strip 3 16 off the ends of the low voltage wire from AG Transfonnef and twist tightly Attach these ends to the 18VAC terminals located on the POWER IN terminal block see illustration at right Be certain not to let the exposed wires touch each other LNO AV13Y YV1OS IVA 84 ON WODNY ON zs Insert one transformer wire into an 18VAC terminal Insert the other transformer wire into the remaining 18VAC terminal The transformer wires can be connected to the 18VAC terminals regardless of color SLNdNIZAVIS om owo Nua ama Tighten set screws against exposed end of wires A dab of household petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion SLNdNI YALSVN Power Cable from Operator master 20 Step 6 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 Make sure the exposed wires do not touch each other Ste
2. This input is ONLY monitored when the gate is closing Activating the non contact sensor obstructing the safety beam path will cause the gate to reverse to the fully open position Wire from Non Contact Sensor photo beam Shadow Loop If not installing a shadow loop skip to next section PLEASE NOTE Non contact sensors are not included with the GTO PRO 4000 STALL FORCE Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate Make sure the power switch to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the terminal blocks Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the operator OFF COM COM GRN BLK RED RECEIVER SHADOW LOOP CLOSE Shadow Loop Connection Connect one of the shadow loop wires to the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the SHADOW LOOP terminal on the GTO PRO 4000 control board The shadow loop is a detector located with the moving path of the gate to prevent the gate from closing when a vehicle in the path Wire from Shadow Loop ae 28 Connecting Accessories If not connecting accessories skip to next section The GTO PRO 4000 can accept NORMALLY OPEN CONTACT accessories such as Push Button Entry Devices and Key Pads Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular ga
3. liste SINGLE Gate Operator System FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION ONLY A WARNING A 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 operator This gate operator produces a high level of force Stay clear of the unit while it is operating and exercise caution at all times All automatic gate oper
4. FM144 A MUST for added security Solenoid driven with a steel housing Unlocks and locks automatically as gates open and close Used with GTO PRO 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 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 or hard wired up to 1000 feet 37 Replacement Battery RB500 Standard 12 volt 7 0 amp hour maintenance free battery for the GTO PRO 2000 GTO PRO 3000 GTO PRO 4000 gate operator systems This is the only battery approved for use with the GTO PRO gate operator systems Life expectancy is 3 5 years 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 12 Push to Open Bracket R4KPTO An optional longer Post Pivot Bracket for push to open inst
5. adjust the post bracket assembly and the gate bracket until the operator is level While holding the operator level use C clamps to temporarily keep the post bracket assembly and gate bracket in their respective positions on the fence post and gate Gate in the Open Position Pinch Area 2 minimum Gate in the Closed Position Pinch Area 2 minimum 30 1 2 x 3 3 4 Bolt 1 2 Washer a 1 2 Lock Washer gt amp e 1 2 Nut 77 AI x Post Pivot Bracket IMPORTANT While determining the mounting point for the post pivot bracket assembly be sure that the position allows for maximum clearance between the gate and the operator in both the open and closed positions as shown in the diagrams below This clearance will give the operator 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 5 16 x 1 3 4 bolt through the aligned holes of the post bracket and post pivot bracket and fasten it with the 5 16 washer and nut IMPORTANT If you loosened the clamp on 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 Step 3 With te gate in the fully closed position and the operator
6. and national and regional safety codes Call GTO Sales at 1 800 543 4283 for information on compatible products for your specific application The GTO PRO 4000 will ONLY accept accessory devices with normally open contact output Contact Sensors safety edges If not installing a contact sensor skip to next section PLEASE NOTE Contact sensors are not included with the GTO PRO 4000 The GTO PRO 4000 is equipped with built in obstruction sensitivity The operator is designed to stop and reverse the gate within 2 seconds when it comes in contact with an obstruction However obstruction sensitivity although functioning properly may not be sensitive enough to prevent bodily injury in some circumstances To augment your protection against entrapment GTO recommends using some form of additional safety device When installed contact sensors must be mounted in compliance with UL 325 Underwriters Laboratories safety standard for gate operators Review page 5 for infor mation about mounting requirements for safety edges contact sensors STALL FORCE Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate Make sure the power switch to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the terminal blocks Unplugging the GRN BLK RED transformer does not turn power to the operator a RECEIVER OFF Contact
7. are available The GTO PRO 4000 Operator 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 GTO PRO 4000 Operator 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 call GTO at 800 543 GATE 4283 or 850 575 0176 for more information about our GTO PRO professional line of gate operators 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 OPERATOR Read these instructions carefully and completely to become familiar with all parts and installation steps You must read the installation manual for detailed instructions on gate operator safety and proper use of the gate operator iii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 Because automatic gate operators produce high levels of force consumers need to know the potential hazards a
8. gt uU B p Mounting Plate Created for Decorative Gate required but not supplied Square Tube Gate 15 Mounting the Operator Step 10 Attach the operator 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 operator is level and adjust the post bracket assembly if necessary Level Operator Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Fence Post Installation of the Closed Position Stop The GTO PRO 4000 Gate Operator firmly holds the gate in the closed position using the positive stop plate The positive stop helps stabilize the gate leaf in the closed position To further enhance the stability and security of your gate install the optional GTO PRO Automatic Gate Lock see Accessory Catalog Step 1 1 Gate Hinge Remove hairpin clevis pin and washer from front mount FA and close the gate remember to support operator Fasten per a Cana the closed position stop plate to the end of the gate frame on the gate centerline but do not tighten it completely Slide fateh at ss the stop plate toward the fence post until they touch see illustration Once you have moved the stop plate to the correct position tighten its hardware completely Stop Plate The gate must open i 80 min to 110 max Use the appropriate hardware for your type of gat
9. Sensor Input Connection Connect one of the OPEN EDGE contact sensor wires to the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the OPEN EDGE terminal on the GTO PRO 4000 control board Connect one of the CLOSE EDGE contact sensor wires to the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the CLOSE Wire from Contact Sensor EDGE terminal on the GTO PRO 4000 control board open safety edge wire from Contact Sensor PEREI F Ss close safety edge Activation of a contact sensor while the gate is in y edge motion will cause the gate to stop and reverse within two 2 seconds 27 Non Contact Sensors photo beams If not installing a non contact sensor skip to next section PLEASE NOTE Non contact sensors are not included with the GTO PRO 4000 The GTO PRO 4000 can also accept Safety input from normally open dry contact output devices such as photo beams connected to the SAFETY input terminal Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information STAI FORCE about installing these devices on a vehicular gate Make sure the power switch to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the terminal blocks Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the operator OFF Non Contact Sensor Connection ORN BLK RED Connect one of the non contact sensor dry contact output wires to RECEIVER the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the SAFETY terminal on the GTO PRO 4000 control board
10. Troubleshooting Guide page 33 Repair Service 2 2 2 0 2202 page 35 Column Installation Information page 36 Accessory Catalog page 37 PLEASE READ THIS FIRST Thank you for purchasing a GTO PRO 4000 When correctly installed and properly used your GTO PRO 4000 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 This manual will enable you to properly install your GTO PRO 4000 Automatic Gate Operator The GTO PRO 4000 Operator is designed for installation on a pull to open or push to open single leaf gate The gate must not exceed 20 feet in length per leaf nor weigh more than 1000 pounds per leaf please see Technical Specifications on page 10 The GTO PRO 4000 Operator 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 operator will obstruct and stop The GTO PRO 4000 Operator accommodates extra transmitters digital keypads solar panels push buttons automatic gate locks and other access control products These optional accessories see the Accessory Catalog
11. er Clevis Pin Front Mount r Ta Bracket NETS Clevis Pin Operator Small Bushing Goes Under Rear Mount S55 Place a small bushing under the the front mount and Small Bushing Goes 7 attach the gate bracket to the front mount using the Under Front Mount i xe clevis pin and hairpin clip Hairpin Clip Step 7 Open the gate to the desired open position Position the operator so that the gate bracket rests against the gate along the level scribed line Check the clearance between the operator and the gate The operator should only make contact with the gate at the gate bracket See illustration at right for examples of clearance When you feel that you have the best position for the post pivot bracket in the open position insert the bolt through the aligned holes of the post bracket and post pivot bracket to hold it in place Clamp the gate bracket to the gate using c clamps or another type of clamp IMPORTANT While determining the position of the post pivot bracket be sure that the position allows for minimum 2 inches of clearance between the gate and the operator in both the open and closed positions as shown in Steps 7 amp 8 This clearance will give the operator the most efficient leverage point for opening and closing the gate and more importantly provides the least possible pinch area 14 Pinch Area Gate in the OPENED POSITION 2 minimum Step 8 Gate in the Remove the clevis pi
12. following when mounting the receiver e 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 e Run the cable through PVC conduit to protect it from damage e DO NOT run cable through metal conduit because the receiver signal range will be decreased e DO NOT run cable in conduit containing ac wiring e DO NOT mount receiver on a metal fence or post doing so will decrease signal range e 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 void the user s authority to operate the equipment 26 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 standards United Laboratories
13. 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 AX IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 Required Safety Precautions for Gates Install Warning Signs Warning signs alert people of automatic gate operation and are required when installing the GTO PRO 4000 Automatic Gate Operator 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 Gate Lock recommended not included i Contact Sensor Pedestrian Gate recommended not included Warning Sign I I co ji i _ P J Vehicular Gate Contact Sensor Contact Sensor recommended not included recommended not included GTO s inherent obstruction settings even when properly adjusted may not be sensitive enough 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 e e Warning Signs The warn
14. purchase when calling for assistance 3 If repair or replacement of your gate operator is necessary the Service Department will assign a Return Goods Authorization RGA number to you 4 Securely pack the component s authorized for return to the factory Include a copy of your sales reciept for the purchase of the product s 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 GTO PRO PROFESSIONAL ACCESS SYSTEMS Fax 850 575 8950 Web site www gtopro com E Mail techsupport gtoinc com GTO Inc 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 850 575 0176 Fax 850 575 8912 Web site www gtopro com 35 Column Installation Information IF THIS OPERATOR 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 install the operator in a push to open configuration The minimum clearance is easier to achieve and clearance is no longer a problem since the operator will be pushing the gate away from the column instead of pulling it toward the column It is
15. recommended that you place a steel plate between the operator 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 operator and power cable This job is NOT for the inexperienced Column Mount Example A B can not exceed 17 inches 36 IE Solar Panel FM123 FM122 The Solar Panel is a 10 watt solar powered battery charger for use with the all GTO PRO DC 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 additional wire The GTO PRO 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 Solar Panel FM122 is a 5 watt solar powered battery charger with all the same features as FM123 Je Push Button Control RB101 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
16. the fully open position 2 CLOSED Limit setting Gate in the CLOSED POSITION To achieve optimum closed position you are required to complete the following FOUR STEPS Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position and the gate is in the OPEN POSITION Step 2 Activate your operator by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gate should now be moving from the fully open position toward the closed position Prepare to STOP the gate by pressing the entry transmitter button again when the gate reaches the desired closed position This step may be repeated z Z until desired close position is achieved Once the desired CLOSED position has been achieved proceed to step 3 I mH Step 3 ze With the gate in the desired closed position PRESS amp HOLD 23i amp the SET LIMIT button on the control board for 5 seconds 8 H Em os Salle Mm Step 4 Press the transmitter button and allow the gate to return to the fully open position YOUR GATE S CLOSED POSITION Set Limit Button LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED 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 settings and follow Steps 1 4 again CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED CLOSED LIMIT SETTING If you make a mistake and set the limit at the wrong position press your transmitter to return
17. the gate label 1 installed on control box 2s gate area 3 This gate is for vehicles only Pedestrians must use separate entrance 1 800 543 GATE 4283 www gtopro com MOVING GATE Can Cause Injury or Death 1 KEEP CLEAR Gate may move at any time Do not allow children to operate gate or play in Logo and warning labels 2 installed on each side of operator housing Single Gate Operator Parts List Operator and Mounting Hardware Gate Operator 1 w Power Cable Closed Fosition Post Pivot Bracket 1 Stop Plate 1 Post Bracket 1 1 Customer Support Card 1 Gate Bracket 1 Hardware Cen is 2 H 2 Q fo oO Cc 2 gt Zz co ZE EE Ss Z ZE 1 2 x 10 Carriage Bolt 2 1 2 Washer 4 2 Receiver Mounting Screw 5 1 2 x 2 3 4 Bolt 2 KX 1 2 Lock Nut 4 3 8 x 3 3 4 Bolt 2 2 3 8 Washer 3 3 8 x 3 1 2 Clevis Pin 1 O 3 8 x 1 3 4 Clevis Pin 1 C Hairpin Clip 2 O 3 8 x 3 4 Bushing 2 3 8 x 3 16 Bushing 2 3 18 Lock Nut 2 Single Gate Operator Parts List continued Control Box and Electrical Components E Transformer 1 Receiver 1 Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death Control Box w Control Board 1 Warning Signs 2 Tools Needed e Power Drill e Open End Wrenches 3 8 7 16 1 2 and 9 16 e 3 8 Drill Bit e Hacksaw or
18. the gate to the fully opened position then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for 10 seconds This will clear the memory for the closed limit position Follow Steps 1 4 again 23 Obstruction Sensitivity Potentiometer IMPORTANT For safety reasons the obstruc tion setting or Stall Force on the GTO PRO 4000 control board comes from the factory set at MIN minimum In many gate installations this setting will need to be adjusted to overcome the weight and size of the gates The Stall Force potentiometer on the control board operates like a volume control on a radio It controls the obstruction sensitivity or the amount of force the operator will apply to an obstruction before it automatically stops and reverses direc tion for approximately 2 seconds o LEARN TRANSMITTER STALL FORCE STALL FORCE Use a small slotted screwdriver to turn the arrow in the center of the potentiometer Adjust the sen sitivity from the MINIMUM position where the gates operate without obstructing from there own weight or the wind conditions in your area GRN BLK RED 8 RECEIVER NOTE You may need to increase the stall force in cold weather due to increased resistance from gate hinges ALWAYS KEEP SAFETY AT THE TOP OF YOUR LIST WHEN ADJUSTING OR SERVICING YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR 24 Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code All GTO transmitters are set to a standard code at the factory
19. Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters e Small Flat Bladed Screwdriver e Phillips Screwdriver e Tape Measure e Level e Wire Strippers e C Clamps small medium and large e Center Punch Extra person will be helpful OTHER MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED BEFORE YOU START THE INSTALLATION Depending on the type of gate and fence post you may need some additional materials hardware Some of these items can be found in the GTO PRO Accessory Catalog e Low voltage wire may be needed Length depends upon the distance between the transformer power supply and the control box See page 19 Powering the System and the Accessory Catalog for wire and solar charging panels e Ifthe gate is more than 1000 away from an AC power source you will need to use at least one GTO Solar Panel to trickle charge the battery See the Accessory Catalog e The diameter of the fence post should be at least 8 round or 6 square in order to mount the post bracket see page 12 e Depending upon the diameter of the fence post you may need longer carriage bolts than those provided Bolts should be at least 1 longer than the diameter of the fence post see page 12 e A horizontal or vertical cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the operator to the gate See page 11 Technical Specifications GTO PRO 4000 AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR DRIVE Low friction screw drive linear actuator rated for 5 F to 160 F 28 C to 71 C Use of hea
20. IS OFF 1 Make sure the ON OFF switch at the bottom of the control box is set to ON 2 Check all connections for looseness and corrosion 33 If the Operator is Working The Gate CLOSES Then Opens Again on its Own 1 Check the position of the mounting brackets and readjust if necessary 2 Check the gate for binding or hinge damage The Gate OPENS Then Closes Again on its Own 1 Check the position of the mounting brackets and readjust if necessary 2 Check the gate for binding or hinge damage VOLTAGE RATINGS 18 Vac Transformer 18 0 to 22 0 Vac 5 W Solar panel single 18 0 to 22 0 Vdc 300 mA measure voltage at panel and control box 12 V Battery 12 0 to 13 5 Vdc 7 0 Ah Charging circuit 12 0 to 14 8 Vdc measure voltage with battery connected GTO PRO PROFESSIONAL ACCESS SYSTEMS The GTO Inc Technical Service Department is open Monday Friday 8 00 A M 5 00 P M Eastern Time Telephone 800 543 1236 Telephone 850 575 4144 Fax 850 575 8950 Web site www gtopro com wwww gtopro 34 Repair Service If your GTO PRO 4000 Gate Operator is not operating properly please follow the steps below 1 First use the procedures found in the Maintenance amp Troubleshooting Guide see page 33 2 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 control box cover and date of
21. aling nut on strain relief hub at bottom of control box Insert power cable into control box through strain relief Thread approximately 6 of the power cable into the control box and retighten sealing nut until the power cable locks into place e F Hub v Strain Relief gG Sealing Nut Strain Relief Operator Power Cable Step 3 Insert the stripped operator power cable wires into the appropriate terminals on the OPERATOR terminal block The green wire should be inserted into the GRN terminal the A on 5 blue wire into BLU the orange wire into ORG black wire a ai into BLK and the red wire into the RED terminal ry S ow etl Tighten the set screws against the end of the wires A dab of petroleum jelly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion Power cable from Do not overtighten operator master arm we sr ANI HALS err 1gs 00 EE ry bir a a er 700000 E i on IN eur o oo aouo TMS Phe ed Wire Block Wire Block Wire Block SSSAAA Installing the Battery Step 4 Make sure the control box power switch is in the OFF position The ON OFF Switch is located on the bottom of the control box Remove the control box cover and slide the battery into position with its terminals to the RIGHT
22. allations that need a greater distance to achieve the safe gate and gate operator clearance 2 inches Order two 12 PTO brackets for conversion of a dual swing gate installation Column Mount Lock Receiver 433IH 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 AC transformer for maintaining the battery included with the GTO PRO 3200 gate operator This is the only transformer approved for use with all UL325 GTO PRO gate operator systems Garage Door Receiver RB709 The Garage Door Receiver allows you to use the same GTO PRO entry transmitter see Dual and Triple Transmitters to operate your gate operator and your garage door operator Compatible with most garage door operators Dual amp Triple Button Transmitters RB742 amp RB743 The Dual RB742 amp Triple RB743 Button Transmitters are for remote control of multiple separate gate operators and or gate operator s and garage door operator s see Garage Door Receiver 9 Volt battery included If you have a question about GTO PRO accessories 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 m
23. and are ready to operate your GTO PRO 4000 Gate Operator For your safety and security however we strongly recommend that you replace the factory setting with your own personal code Follow the directions below 1 Remove the Transmitter Cover Grasp the sides of the access cover and slide it away from the transmitter button see illustration When the access cover is 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 different positions 0 DO NOT set all the switches in the same 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 A Press and hold transmitter button B Press and hold the LEARN TRANSMITTER button on the control board for 5 seconds C Release transmitter button D Release LEARN TRANSMITTER button The new code is stored in control board memory DO00000 O DOOO OOOO g oo oo oo oS oo oS 4313934 n om one nu RB i Learn Transmitter Button 25 Installing the Receiver Use the transmitter to check the range of the receiver before permanently mounting it Consider the
24. ators are intended for use on vehicular gates only This product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325 the standard which regulates gate operator safety as established and made effective March 1 2000 by Underwriters Laboratories Inc THAT O GATES PEN 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 Telephone GTO Sales 1 800 543 GATE 4283 or 850 575 0176 Fax 850 575 8912 or GTO Technical Service 1 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 Fax 850 575 8950 www gtopro com R4000 INST rev 02 21 06 2002 GTO Inc The GTO PRO 4000 Gate Operator is intended for use with vehicular swing gates The operator can be used in Class I Class II Class II and Class IV applications VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS CATEGORIES Residential Vehicular Gate Operator Class I A vehicular gate operator 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 Operator Class II A vehicular gate operator 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 Operator Class III A vehicular gate operator or system intended for use in an industrial location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other lo
25. cations not intended to service the general public Restricted Access Vehicular Gate Operator Class IV A vehicular gate operator or system intended for use in a guarded industrial location or building such as an airport security area or other restricted access locations not servicing the general public in which unauthorized access is prevented via supervision by security personnel Conversion Chart Converting Metric Units to English Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find Symbol centimeters 0 3937 inches in or meters 3 2808 feet ft or kilograms 2 2046 pounds Ib or Converting English Units to Metric Equivalents When You Know Multiply By To Find Symbol inches 2 5400 centimeters cm feet 0 3048 meters m pounds 0 4535 kilograms kg Converting Temperature deg Celsius C x 1 8 32 deg Fahrenheit deg Fahrenheit F 32 1 8 deg Celsius FOR YOUR RECORDS Please record the product serial number located on the control box cover 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 operator Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Remember to keep all receipts for proof of purchase 39NJ4343J4 JUNLNA UOJ SNOILINALSNI 3SAHL di Table of Contents Gate Operator Class Categories inside cover Units and Standards Co
26. ceiver tuned to 318 MHz Operator length with push pull tube fully retracted is 461 4 mounting point to mounting point Adjustable auto close timer 15 to 120 s and obstruction sensitivity Power terminal bock accommodates a transformer and solar panels DIP switches simplify setup of gate operator Accessory terminal block fully compatible with push button controls digital keypads safety loops etc 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 GTO PRO 4000 Automatic Gate Operator when powered with a transformer Actual cycles may vary slightly depending upon the type and condi tion of gate and installation Gate Capacity Chart GTO PRO 4000 Estimated number of cycles are based on use with a transformer and one 1 12 Volt battery on a single gate system 105 110 130 125 120 115 110 135 130 125 120 115 600 Ib 700 Ib 800 Ib 900 Ib 1000 Ib Gate Weight Gate Length NOTE BALL BEARING HINGES SHOULD BE USED ON ALL GATES WEIGHING OVER 250 LB To determine the number of cycles the gate operator will perform using solar panels please see the specifications listed on page 19 or call 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 for more information An operation cy
27. cle is one full opening and closing of the gate These specifications are subject to change without notice 10 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 single gate Mounting the operator on a masonry column requires special procedures see Column Installation Information on page 36 if you intend to mount the operator on a column Furthermore if you have a push to open gate see Push to Open Installation on page 30 before proceeding Receiver Gate Swings Evenly and Freely Hung Firmly and Plumb Horizontal Cross Member Control Box with Battery lt Post Bracket Assembly Single Gate Opener xo Gate Bracket surge protector Warning Sign not supplied 3 on Power Cable gt lt lt Closed Position Positive Stop Plate 120 Volt indoor Transformer A Fence Post Set in Concrete Run 1000 max of low voltage wire to control box from transformer PVC conduit not included wire not included to protect wire from lawn mowers and weed eaters Preparation of the Gate Step 1 The gate must be plumb level and swing freely on its hinges Wheels must not be attached to the gate The gate must move throughout its arc without binding or dragging on the ground Note that gates over 250 lb should have ball bearing hinges with grease fitting
28. e use l U bolts if you have a tube or chain link gate wood or lag i l l screws for wood gates etc This hardware is not provided l l be Closed Position Stop Plate mounted on metal post with U bolts SIDE VIEW t Fence Post Gate Post gt oy TOP VIEW 16 At this stage of the installation the operator should be installed on the gate and the closed position stop should be in place Check List e The gate is plumb level and swings smoothly on its hinges e A plate or support was added for the gate bracket if necessary e The operator is level and mounted on the centerline of the gate Mounting the Control Box Step 1 Mount the control box using the screws provided or another secure mounting method The control box must be mounted at least 3 feet above the ground to protect it from rain splash snow etc and at least 3 feet from an AC power source to prevent electrical interference Use mounting holes and screws provided to mount control box to a secure surface 17 Connecting Operator Power Cable Step 2 Strip approximately 3 16 of insulation from each wire of the operator power cable Twist each exposed wire tightly there are seven 7 wires inside the power cable sheath Loosen se
29. e will be laid After you have measured how much wire is needed cut the wire to the appropriate length 19 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 operator system Telephone wire and solid core wire do not deliver enough voltage for your gate operator 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 12 V Battery Step 3 Lay the measured length of 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 mower blades weed eaters and grazing animals Be sure to bury the wire laid in the trench Step 4 Feed the low voltage wires upward through the strain relief opening on the lower left of the control box Pull 6 to 8 of wire into the control box and tighten the strain relief screw to secure the wires
30. eans 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 GTO GTO PRO Bulldog are registered trademarks of GTO Inc Professional Access Systems 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 38
31. ed Position Stop page 16 Mounting the Control Box page 17 Connecting the Operator Power Cable page 18 Installing the Battery page 18 Powering the System 0 2 0 page 19 Solar Chart page 19 Connecting the Transformer page 19 Control Board Settings page 22 DIP Switches page 22 Setting the Closed Position page 23 Obstruction Sensitivity page 24 Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code page 25 Installing the Receiver page 26 Connecting Additional Safety Devices page 27 Connecting Accessories 0 00 page 29 Push to Open Installation page 30 Maintenance amp
32. g the Operator Front Mount Clevis Pin Turn control box power switch OFF Remove hairpin clip clevis pin and bushing Gate Bracket from either the front or rear mounting point Remove the opener from the mount The gate can be opened and closed manually when the operator is disconnected Bushing Hairpin Clip NOTE Substitute a Pin Lock for the clevis pin on the front mount of the gate operator to prevent unauthorized removal of the operator from the gate see Accessory Catalog A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 Fanwhe fe 0 Te nce ee 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 operator installation must comply with any applicable local codes I Before Installation 1 Verify this operator 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 i
33. ide 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 T Application 10 Moving Gate Area Driveway NEVER INSTALL any control device within gray area A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 HI 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 free replacements 2 The gate is automatic and could move at any time
34. ing 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 4X IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 These warning labels should be found at the locations specified below If any of them are missing immediately contact GTO for replacements Moving Gate Can Cause Injury Or Death KEEP CLEAR Gate may move at any time GTO DC SW 4000 SERIES Conforms to UL 325 STANDARDS Maximum Gate 1000 Ib 453 5 kg 20 ft 6 1 m us Voltage 12 Vdc Frequency 0 Hz Power 60 W iste Class Il Ill and IV Vehicular Swing Gate Operator XXXXXXX Serial Number XXXXXXXXXX Do not allow children to operate gate or l TO MANUALLY OPEN AND CLOSE THE GATE p ay in gate area 1 Turn control box power switch OFF 2 Disconnect front or rear mount from gate bracket This gate is for vehicles only Pedestrians 3 Pull operator away from front or real mounts must use a separate entrance Disconnect operator ONLY when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving GTO Inc Tallahassee Florida USA Warning signs 2 enclosed to be installed on each side Product identification and manual operation instruction of the gate 3 5 feet above the bottom of
35. ion DIP Switch 5 B2 D1 Mode This DIP Switch must remain in the OFF position unless the gate operator is going to be used by a guard or gate attendant who can only open the gate when constant pressure is applied to a push button control device DIP Switches 6 and 7 The combination of these two switches determines the amount of time the gate will remain open when DIP Switch 3 is set in the ON position ON t 123 45 6 7 12345 67 oN OFF DIP 6 DIP 7 ON ON Delay Time for Auto Close 15 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 120 seconds factory preset OFF DIP 5 ON D1 mode constant pressure to operate gate OFF _ B2 mode momentary contact to operate gate DIP 4 ON Push to open operation OFEF _ Pull to open operation DIP 3 ON Auto close enabled OFF _ Auto close disabled DIP 2 ON Buzzer warning enabled OFF__ Buzzer warning disabled DIP 1 ON __ Soft start enabled OFF__ Soft start disabled Factory preset IMPORTANT CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS CONTROL BOARD DIP SWITCH 1 is factory preset in the ON position and MUST remain in the ON position Changing this setting can damage your gate gate opener and possibly void your warranty 22 Setting the Closed Position Limit TURN CONTROL BOX ON Your GTO PRO 4000 has two Limit Settings 1 OPEN Limit setting Gate in the OPEN POSITION FACTORY SET NOT ADJUSTABLE The open limit setting is
36. lose the gate and place your level against the horizontal cross member The top of the level should be in the center of the cross member and should overlap the fence post Scribe a line across the cross member and fence post You will use this line to help determine position of gate and post brackets 12 Step 2 Position the post bracket on the fence post with the mounting holes centered over the scribe line The post bracket should be flush with the edge of the fence post closest to the gate see illustration Mark the position of post bracket holes on the fence post Step 4 Place the end of post pivot bracket with two holes inside the post bracket Align the back hole in the post pivot bracket with back hole in the post bracket Insert 2 x 33 4 hex head bolt through post pivot bracket and post bracket and secure with washer lockwasher and nut 1 2 Washer 1 2 Lock Washer 13 ip 3 holes in fence post as marked using a 1 2 drill bit ll the post bracket using the 1 2 x 10 carriage bolts vashers and lock nuts provided 1 2 x 3 3 4 Bolt S 1 2 Nut 77 Post Pivot Bracket Step 5 Position the operator rear mount between post pivot bracket Place a small bushing under the rear mount Align the hole in rear mount bushing and post pivot brackets and secure with the clevis pin and hair pin clip Hairpin Clip
37. ls in the control box will discourage insects from entering it and damaging the control board e Clean the push pull tube with a soft dry cloth and apply silicone spray to it at least once per month e While oxidation is a normal part of weathering of equipment that is exposed to the elements we recommend you apply silicone spray on the front and rear mounts to minimize this effect If the Operator Does Not Work Check the Green LED on the Control Board IF THE LED IS OFF This condition indicates a transformer power failure 1 Test the transformer for voltage with a voltmeter The acceptable range can be found in the VOLTAGE LIMITS chart on the next page If the transformer test shows no voltage then test the electrical outlet for voltage If the outlet test shows voltage then the transformer is dead and must be replaced Allow the new transformer 12 hours to charge the battery before using the gate operator 2 If the transformer test shows voltage check the POWER IN terminal block on the control board for voltage If the terminal block shows no voltage look for broken or spliced wires Check the Red STATUS LED on the Control Board IF THE LED IS ON but the unit is not working 1 Check the battery in your transmitter and replace with a fresh one if needed 2 Verify that the power cable is securely connected 3 Replace the control board fuse if it is blown 25 ampere fuse only DO NOT USE A HIGHER RATED FUSE IF THE LED
38. n from 2 minimum CLOSED POSITION the front mount and while oe supporting the gate operator swing the gate and gate operator to the closed position With the gate and gate operator in the closed position check the clearance and be sure that the gate operator is not binding at the post pivot bracket Pinch Area If you don t have 2 inches of clearance or the gate operator is binding on the post pivot bracket remove the bolt in the post bracket and readjust the pivot bracket until you can achieve the proper clearance With the post pivot bracket in the optimum position for clearance and freedom of movement replace the bolt in a post bracket adjustment hole and return the operator to the open position and recheck the gate operator level and clearance Make sure the gate bracket is clamped securely Installing the Gate Bracket Step 9 Move the operator away from the gate bracket The mounting holes should be centered over the scribe line Mark the gate in the center of the gate bracket holes Remove the gate bracket and drill the 2 holes in the gate cross member and attach the gate bracket using the 1 2 x 23 4 bolts washers and nuts LEVEL horizontal Cc Lo Z Mark cross member through middle of gate bracket slots and drill 1 2 holes FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW fs j a f i i Round Tube amp Chain Link Gate OO h fm
39. n has been achieved proceed to Step 3 31 Step 3 With the gate in the desired open position PRESS amp HOLD the SET LIMIT button on the control board for 5 seconds Step 4 Press the transmitter button and allow the gate to return to the closed position YOUR GATE S OPEN POSITION LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED TESTING YOUR OPEN LIMIT SETTING Press your entry transmitter and allow your gate to open If the OPEN position is not correct or need to be changed you will need to CLEAR your OPEN LIMIT settings and follow steps one 1 to four 4 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 gate to the closed position then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for 10 seconds This will clear the memory for the open limit position Follow steps one 1 to four 4 again 32 3A1393H g om na mo RE BB CE Fi Ym 0000 S300W mE oo oo oo oo am COLEN NOLS SPETH el pE HO Set Limit Button 000000 O DOOD O0O00 g Maintenance amp Troubleshooting If your gate operator does not function properly after it is installed use this guide before calling the GTO Service Department e 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 e Keeping a few mothbal
40. nstalled and swings freely in both 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 operator 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 operator for manual gate operation see page 1 4 This gate operator 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 _ ENN Entrapment Zones for a N ZONE 3 Pull To Ope Application Driveway Gate in the Open Position IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Entrapment Zones for a proper Pull To Open installation Zone leading edge of the gate and the fence post Zone 2 between the gate and the gate post Zone 3 the path of the gate 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 or post II During Installation 1 Install the gate opener on the inside of the property and fence line DO NOT install an opener on the outs
41. nversion Chart inside cover PLEASE READ THIS FIRST page iii Important Safety Instructions page 1 Disconnecting the Operator 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 0 0 0 0000 000e0eeeneeen enn e nee page 8 Parts List page 8 Technical Specifications page 10 Installation Overview page 11 Installing the Mounting Hardware page 12 Installing the Post Bracket Assembly page 12 Installing the Gate Bracket page 15 Mounting the Operator page 16 Installation of the Clos
42. p 7 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended 7 Transformer Oo 5 m e A amp wt S Z gt 21 Control Board Settings DIP Switches Main DIP Switch Settings MODES DIP Switch 1 Soft Start Stop The Soft Start Stop feature slowly starts the gate as it begins to open and slows the gate as it comes to the closed position This saves wear and tear on the gate and gate operator system DIP Switch 2 Warning Buzzer The Warning Buzzer alerts you when the gate operator is beginning to either open or close the gate It sounds for the first 2 seconds in each direction It also sounds a warning when the gate obstructs two times in one cycle Switching this to OFF only disables the open and close warning not the obstruction warning DIP Switch 3 Auto Close With the Auto Close switch in the OFF position the gate will remain open until it receives another signal from an activation device such as a transmitter keypad or push button control With the Auto Close switch in the ON position the gate operator will automatically close the gate The time the gate will remain open is determined using DIP Switches 6 and 7 DIP Switch 4 Push Pull to Open If your gate opens into the property the DIP Switch is set to OFF factory If your gate opens out from the property the DIP Switch must be set to the ON posit
43. posing a serious risk of entrapment No one should be in contact with the 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 operator 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 7 Service the gate and gate operator regularly Grease hinges spray push pull tube with high quality silicon spray and replace the battery every 3 5 years 8 To operate this equipment safely YOU must know how to disconnect the operator for manual gate operation see page 1 If you have read the instructions and still do not understand how to disconnect the operator contact the GTO Service Department 9 Disconnect the operator ONLY when the power is TURNED OFF and the gate is NOT moving 10 Make arrangements with local fire and law enforcement for emergency access 11 Distribute and discuss copies of the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual with all per
44. retracted swing the operator to the gate Mark reference points for bolt holes on gate cross member through middle of gate bracket slots The operator must be level 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 operator to the post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins bushings and hairpins clips Level Operator Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Fence Post Step 4 y Make sure the control box power switch is OFF Use a small screwdriver to move the Number 4 DIP switch from the factory ON ON setting OFF Pull To Open to ON for Push To Open Turn TE l suse power switch ON The control board is now configured to push eee the gate open 1234567 DSDSVOGSOGSD DIP 4 ON Push to open operation OFF__ Pull to open operation factory setting 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 Rete your operator by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gate should now be moving from the closed position toward the open position Prepare to STOP gate by pressing the entry transmitter button again when the gate reaches the desired open position This step may be repeated until desired close position is achieved Once the desired OPEN positio
45. s Step 2 The fence post must be secured in the ground with concrete so it will minimize twist or flex when the operator is activated We recommend you position the operator near the centerline of the gate to keep the gate from twisting and flexing 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 11 Installing Mounting Hardware Installing the Post Bracket Assembly The post bracket is designed to work on a flat fence post Fence posts must be at least 6 square in order to mount the post bracket NOTE The best method of attaching the post bracket to metal post is welding Round wood posts no smaller than 8 diameter may be notched to create a flat surface for attaching the post bracket If bolts are used to mount the post bracket the bolts must completely penetrate the fence post If your fence post is wider than 8 it will be necessary to use carriage bolts longer than those supplied On wood posts use a metal plate not provided between the nuts and post to prevent the operator from pulling the bolts and washers through the wood On masonry columns use red heads or other secure masonary mounting hardware 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 operator is moving the gate Step 1 C
46. s shall be located 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 operator is not subjected to mechanical damage C A wireless contact sensor such as one that transmits radio frequency RF signals to the gate operator 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 8 Vehicular Gate aA 4 Bottom Edge Contact Sensor Post Edge Contact Sensor on both sides of the gate on both sides of the gate ENTRAPMENT ALARM UL 325 30A 1 1A The GTO PRO 4000 Automatic Gate Operator is designed to stop and reverse within 2 seconds when the gate comes in contact with an obstruction Additionally these operators 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 operator receives an intended signal from a hardwired entry exit source e g push button control or keypad and the gate returns to a
47. see illustration Connect the BLACK battery wire to the NEGATIVE battery terminal Connect the RED battery wire to the POSITIVE terminal Pay close attention to the color of the wires If the wires are connected incorrectly the control board may be damaged BLACK wire to NEGATIVE terminal NEVER insert the battery with the terminals to the left KED Wire ko FOSIMVE ear aa NOTE The battery that came with your GTO PRO 4000 z g MUST be placed horizontally battery with the terminals on the RIGHT If an optional second battery is needed both batteries oe must be placed vertically with terminals at the bottom An a optional second battery can be used for solar and or high traffic eats Single Battery Dual Batteries applications if needed Installed Horizontally Installed Vertically with terminals on the right with terminals on bottom 18 Powering the System Installation of the Transformer IMPORTANT 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 All low voltage wire used with the GTO PRO 4000 Gate Operator must be 16 gauge dual conductor multi stranded direct burial wire see page 20 and the Accessory Catalog Do not run more than 1000 feet of wire If your gate is more than 1000 ft from an ac po
48. sold separately Pin Lock RB975 The Pin Lock substitutes for the clevis pin at the front end of the GTO PRO 1500 gate operator Helps prevent theft of the operator from the gate while allowing quick release of the operator Key Chain Mini Transmitter RB744 The Key Chain Mini Transmitter is a miniature version of the GTO PRO entry transmitter and has the same adjustable code settings 12 Volt battery included Entry Transmitter RB741 The GTO PRO entry transmitter with adjustable code settings is standard equipment with all GTO PRO systems 9 Volt battery included Digital Keypad F300 The specially designed digital keypad can be easily installed as a wireless or wired keypad It can be programmed to use up to fifteen different personal identification number PIN codes Each code is face programmable with additional security features built in Wired installations require 16 gauge low voltage multi stranded dual conductor direct burial wire sold separately Requires 3 AA batteries not included GTO PRO 50 Exit Wand FM139 100 Exit Wand FM140 150 Exit Wand FM141 The GTO PRO Exit Wand is designed for residential and agricultural applications and is compatible with all GTO PRO automatic gate operator models The wand is an electromagnetic sensor which offers hands free operation of the GTO PRO Gate Operators with a 12 ft radius of detection of vehicles in motion Automatic Gate Lock Pull to Open
49. sons authorized to use your gate 12 IMPORTANT Save these safety instructions Make sure everyone who is using or will be around the gate and gate operator are aware of the dangers associated with automated gates In the event you sell the property with the gate operator or sell the gate operator provide a copy of these safety instructions to the new owner Should you lose or misplace this manual a copy can be obtained by downloading one from the GTO PRO web site www gtopro 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Secondary Means of Protection Against Entrapment As specified by Gate Operator Safety Standard UL 325 30A 1 1 automatic gate operators 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 GTO PRO 4000 utilizes Type A an inherent i e built in entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection Also the GTO PRO 4000 has provisions for the connection of Type B2 protection to be used as the secondary type of entrapment protection if desired 1 For gate operators 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 sensor
50. ssociated with improperly designed installed and maintained automated gate operator systems Keep in mind that the gate operator 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 there are many possible applications of the gate operator 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 this A warning symbol The symbol identifies conditions that can result in damage to the operator or its components serious injury or death Because GTO automatic gate operators 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 CAUTION The gate will move freely and uncontrolled when the gate operator is removed from the gate ONLY disconnect the operator when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving Disconnectin
51. te Make sure the power to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the terminal blocks Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the operator OFF STALL FORCE Accessory Input Connection Connect one of the accessory wires to the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the CYCLE CLOSE terminal on the GTO PRO 4000 control board COM COM H GRN BLK RED S RECEIVER Each activation of the accessory will cause the gate to cycle as follows ia STOP gt CLOSE mal Wire from Accessory push button key pad etc Output Relay The output relay provides N O and N C contact N O contact functions only when gate is moving N C contact functions only when gate is at rest Relay can switch up to 36 volts A C or D C and can be used for strobe type warning lights to turn on safety beams etc 29 Determining The Mounting Position of The Post Bracket Assembly Swinging gates shall not open into public access areas A Push to Open gate opens out from the property If you have a pull to open gate gate opens into the property return to page 12 In a PUSH TO OPEN installation the operators are installed while the gates are in the closed position NOTE An optional 12 long Post Pivot Bracket R4KPTO is available for installations that need a greater distance to achieve the safe gate and gate operator clearance 2 inches Step 1 With the gates closed
52. ter bans on arm and control box will enhance performance in extreme cold temperatures Powered by a 12 V motor with integral case hardened steel gear reducer Motor speed reduced to 260 rpm Generates 820 ft lb of torque at 12 V Maximum opening arc of 110 Approximate opening time 90 20 seconds depending on weight of gate POWER The system is powered by a 12 Vdc 7 0 Ah sealed rechargeable acid 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 Blade style control board fuse is rated for 25 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 Battery charge is maintained by GTO Solar Panel Charger float voltage of 14 5 Vdc output from a 193 8 x 8 2 silicon alloy panel Generates minimum of 5 W at 300 mA A gated diode on the control board prevents battery dis charge CONTROL GTO microprocessor based control board is set for single 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 compensated circuits A circuit on the control board regulates charging Sleep draw is 40 mA active draw is 5 to 9 A Auto memorization of digital transmitter code GTO remote mounted RF re
53. wer source you will need to use at least one 5 watt Solar Panel to charge the battery see Accessory Catalog Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity chart below ptional Solar Panels and Gate Activit a men The table and map illustrate the maximum number of gate cycles to expect per day in a particular area when using from 10 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 NOTE A minimum of 10 watts of solar charging power is required for GTO PRO 4000 single gate systems with a maximum of 30 watts An optional second battery can be used for solar and or high traffic applications if needed Consult Solar Panel Installation Instructions for further information ON OFF Switch 4 8 13 12 v single gate 10 watts solar charger 12 v single gate 15 watts solar charger 12 v single gate 20 watts solar charger 12 v single gate 25 watts solar charger 12 v single gate 30 watts solar charger e Zone 17g Zone 3 z Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 3 Step 1 Make sure the power switch is OFF before proceeding to the next step Step 2 Select the electrical outlet into which you will plug the transformer Measure the distance from this outlet to the control box following the path where the wir

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