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1. 8 8 1 i E Eu J m Vehicular Gate Vehicular Gate t Bg r LIT X K 1 OE O f 7 7 Contact Sensor Contact Sensor Contact Sensor recommended not included M 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 o o Warning Signs The warning signs at right must be installed on both sides of the gates 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 A 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 3000 SERIES Conforms to UL 325 STANDARDS Maximum Gate 500 Ib 226 7 kg 16 ft 4 8 m us Voltage 12 Vdc Fr
2. inside cover Units and Standards Conversion 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 gt page 8 Parts List 2 22 page 8 Technical Specifications page 11 Installation Overview page 12 Installation of the Mounting Hardware page 13 Mounting the First Operator page 17 Installing the Second Operator page 17 Installation of the Closed Position Stops page 18 Mounting
3. SLNdNI 3AV1S SLNdNI HALSVW 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 300 3200 Gate Operator must be 16 gauge dual conductor multi stranded direct burial wire see page 23 and the Accessory Catalog Do not run more than 1000 feet of wire If your gate is more than 1000 ft from an ac power source you will need to use from 10 to 30 watts of solar charging power to charge the battery see Accessory Catalog Refer to the Solar Panel and Gate Activity chart below The table and map illustrate 12 y qual gate 10 watts solar charger the maximum number of 12 v dual gate 15 watts solar charger gate cycles to expect per day 12 v dual gate 20 watts solar charger in a particular area when 12 v dual gate 25 watts solar charger using from 10 to 30 watts of 12 v dual gate 30 watts solar charger 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 maximum of 30 watts of
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5. NEVER INSTALL any control device within gray area _ b IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 III 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 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
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7. Step 4 Attach post bracket assembly and gate bracket to the operator with the clevis pins and bushings Secure the clevis pins with hairpin clips Front Mount Clevis Pin Rear Mount i E ale Pin ISS e Gate Bracket perator Hairpin Clip Rusning Post Bracket Assembly _ gt Hairpin Clip Step 5 With the gate in the open position up to 110 from its closed position and the operator fully retracted adjust the post bracket assembly and 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 Post Bracket Assembly Gate In Open Position Fence Post 14 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 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 6 sta feel 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 supporti
8. 3000 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 any accessory 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 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
9. 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 Post Bracket Assembly bolted to fence post Level Operator Gate Bracket bolted to gate cross member Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Fence Post Gate In Open Position Clevis Pin Bushing and Hairpin Clip Step 12 Install the SLAVE operator on the remaining gate leaf by repeating Step 3 through Step 11 starting on page 14 After you have mounted the SLAVE operator proceed to Installing the Closed Position Stops on the next page 17 Installation of the Closed Position Stops The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Gate Operators 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 GTO PRO Automatic Gate Lock see Accessory Catalog with your dual gate IMPORTANT You need to determine which side of the driveway you will mount the control box From this point on the gate and gate operator on the A Closed Position same side as the control box will Stop Plates be referred to as the MASTER gate and gate operator The gate X The gate leaf can open The gate leaf can open and gate operator on the opposite up to 110 max up to 110 max side of the driveway from the contr
10. solar charging power can be connected to the GTO PRO 3000 3200 Gate Opener Consult Solar Panel Installation Instructions for further information 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 wire will be laid After you have measured how much wire is needed cut the wire to the appropriate length Not more than a 1 000 feet ON OFF Switch 22 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 fron the selected electrical outlet to th
11. 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 29 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 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 3000 3200 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 3000 3200 The GTO PRO 3000 3200 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 function ing properly may not be sensitive enough to prevent bodily injury in some circumstances To augment your protection against entrapment GTO recommends using som
12. You must read the installation manual for detailed instructions on gate operator safety and proper use of the gate operator 111 b IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 Because automatic gate operators produce high levels of force consumers need to know the potential hazards associated 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 intend
13. 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 persons 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 website 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 4X IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4h 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
14. 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 if the gate is in it s open limit position 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 position NOTE if you have a Push to Open gate application you will need a Push to Open bracket see Push to Open Instructions on page 30 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 HL 1 23 4 5 6 7 oN OFF DIP 6 DIP 7 Delay Time for Auto Close ON ON 15 seconds ON OFF 30 seconds OFF ON 60 seconds OFF OFF 120 seconds factor DIP S ON DI mode constant pressure to operate gate OFF _ B2 mode momentary contact to operate gate DIP 4 ON Push to open operatio
15. while it is operating and exercise caution at all times All automatic gate operators 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 3121 Hartsfield Road Tallahassee Florida USA 32303 Telephone GTO Sales 1 800 543 GATE 4283 or 850 575 0176 Fax 850 580 8816 or GTO Technical Service 1 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 Fax 850 575 8950 www gtopro com R3200INST 2002 GTO Inc rev 02 12 06 The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Gate Operators are intended for use with vehicular swing gates The operators can be used in Class I Class II Class III 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 loc
16. 4 TLS EE g YILLINSNVUYL Naval Set Limit Button 27 Step 7 Press the transmitter button and allow the gates to return to the fully open position BOTH YOUR MASTER AND SLAVE GATE S CLOSED POSITION LIMITS ARE NOW PROGRAMMED TESTING YOUR CLOSED LIMIT SETTING Press your entry transmitter and allow your gates to close If CLOSED positions are not correct or need to be changed you will need to CLEAR your CLOSED LIMIT settings and follow Steps 1 7 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 gates to their fully opened positions then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for 10 seconds This will clear the memory for the closed limit Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code All GTO transmitters are set to a standard code at the factory and are ready to operate your GTO PRO 3200 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 b
17. Installation Manual for installing the GTO PRO SW 3200 with the GTO PRO SW 3000 in a dual application IE CigtEe FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION ONLY 4 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
18. LES rk fence post through TOP VIEW Step 8 iddle of bracket slots Drill 3 8 holes into fence post and drill 5 8 holes 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 Post Bracket bolt length extending beyond Assembly the tightened nuts with a hacksaw or bolt cutters Ne o o O NOTE In cases where the 2 fence post has a diameter larger e x than 6 threaded rods or Remove excess bolt length E Wood R tias bolts longer than 8 with hacksaw or bolt cutters 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 Gate In Open Position Mount gate bracket using 2 V 3 8 x 3 bolts washers lock washers pl tod a es and nuts provided Cut off excess bolt length extending beyond the tightened nuts Gate Bracket Mounting Examples FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Mounting Plate k Created f OS cated or y required but not supplied 1 ES 4 1 Remove excess bolt length Square Tube Gate with hacksaw or bolt cutters k a 16 Mounting the First Operator Step 11 Attach the operator to the securely bolted post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins
19. R gate starts to open 2 seconds and 3 ON before SLAVE gate SLAVE gate starts to close 8 seconds before MASTER gate 1 OFF 2 ON MASTER and SLAVE gates open and 3 OFF simultaneously SLAVE gate starts to close 4 seconds before MASTER gate 1 OFF 2 ON MASTER and SLAVE gates open and 3 ON simultaneously SLAVE gate starts to close 8 seconds before MASTER gate 4 OFF to set or CLEAR MASTER Position Limit 4 ON to set or CLEAR SLAVE Position Limit 26 Setting the Closed Position Limits TURN CONTROL BOX ON Your GTO PRO 3000 3200 has two Limit Settings 1 OPEN Limit setting Gate in the OPEN POSITION FACTORY SET NOT ADJUSTABLE The open limit setting is 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 SEVEN STEPS Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position and the gates are in the OPEN POSITIONS Step 2 rete your operators by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gates should now be moving from the fully open positions toward their closing position Prepare to STOP gate by pressing the entry transmitter button again when the first gate reaches the desired closed position This step may be repeated until desired close position is achieved Once the desired CLOSED position has been achieved proceed to step 3 Step 3 With the first gate in the
20. act 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 GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operatosr are 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 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 _ b 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 3000 3200 Operators 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 Contact Sensor Pedestrian Gate Warning Sign recommended not included Warning Sign
21. aintenance amp Troubleshooting Guide page 36 Repair Service 0 0 00 00 2 00 00 0 0000 page 38 Column Installation Information page 39 Accessory Catalog page 40 PLEASE READ THIS FIRST Thank you for purchasing the GTO PRO 3000 3200 gate operator system When correctly installed and properly used your GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators 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 3000 3200 Automatic Gate Operators The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators are designed for installation on a pull to open dual leaf gates gates that open into the property By purchasing an accessory bracket the GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators can accommodate push to open dual leaf gates gates that open out from the property The gates must not exceed 16 feet in length per leaf nor weigh more than 650 pounds per leaf please see Technical Specifications on page 11 The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators 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 operat
22. at least one independent secondary means to protect against entrapment The GTO PRO 3000 3200 utilizes Type A an inherent i e built in entrapment sensing system as the primary type of entrapment protection Also the GTO PRO 3000 3200 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 1 A One or more contact sensors 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 Vehicular Gate S Vehicular Gate KOSS A A Post Edge Contact Sensor Bottom Edge Contact Sensor Post Edge Cont
23. ation or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other locations 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 31IN3433434 JUNLNA 403 SNOILLINALSNI 3SAHL d3D1 Table of Contents Gate Operator Class Categories
24. desired closed position Program the closed limit setting by setting the number 4 DIP switch on the DUAL MODES switches to the OFF position if the MASTER gate closed first or the ON position if the SLAVE gate closed first then PRESS amp HOLD the SET LIMIT button on the control board for 5 seconds Step 4 Press the transmitter button and allow the gates to return to the fully open position YOUR FIRST GATE S CLOSED POSITION LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED Step 5 pied your operators again by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gates should now be moving from the fully open positions toward their closing position The first gate will stop at the spot you just programmed and the second gate will continue to close until you press the transmitter button again The optimum CLOSED POSITION for the second gate is when it closes firmly without excess tension against the first gate This step may be repeated until desired close position is achieved Once the desired CLOSED position has been achieved proceed to step 6 Step 6 With the second gate in the desired closed position Program the closed limit setting by setting the number 4 DIP switch on the DUAL MODES switches to the ON position if the MASTER gate closed first or the OFF position if the SLAVE gate closed first then PRESS amp HOLD the SET LIMIT button on the control board for 5 seconds QO00000 O 0000 00000 p oo a a i m SOON mm HE E Ha E m E 3080
25. e 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 22 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 14 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 14 e A horizontal or vertical cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the operator to the gate See page 13 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 Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters e Small Flat Bladed Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver e Tape Measure Level e Wire Strippers e C Clamps small medium and large e Center Punch e Extra person will be helpful 10 Technical Specifications GTO PRO 3000 3200 AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR DRIVE Low friction screw drive linear actuator rated for 5 F to 160 F 28 C to 71 C Use of heater bans on arm and control box will en
26. e 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 Low Voltage Wire from Transformer or Solar Panel Strain Relief A WARNING DO NOT PLUG THE TRANSFORMER INTO AN OUTLET DURING THIS STEP THE PVC Pipe gt Operator Power Cable TRANSFORMER MUST ONLY BE PLUGGED INTO AN OUTLET DURING STEP 71 Step 5 Strip 3 16 off the ends of the low voltage wire REDES gt and twist tightly Attach these ends to the 18VAC H terminals located on the POWER IN terminal block ToN Vonage WIO nei see illustration at right Be certain not to let the exposed wires touch each other ALNO AV134 4V10S IVA 81 oN woo w 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 dNI 3AVI1S o nya Tighten set screws against exposed end of wires A dab of household petroleum jelly o
27. e 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 information about mounting requirements for safety edges contact sensors Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate STALL FORCE 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 a tn ee operator OFF RECEIVER Contact 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 3000 3200 control board Connect one of the CLOSE EDGE contact sensor wires to the COMMON COM terminal and the other to the CLOSE EDGE terminal on the GTO PRO 3000 3200 control board Wire from Contact Sensor open safety edge wire from Contact Sensor Activation of a contact sensor while the gate is in motion close safely edge will cause the gate to stop and reverse within 2 seconds 30 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 3000 3200 The GTO PRO 3000 3200 can also accept Safety input from norma
28. e 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 38 Column Installation Information IF THIS OPERATOR WILL BE USED WITH GATES THAT ARE MOUNTED ON MASONRY BRICK OR ROCK etc COLUMNS A The simplest solution is to install the operator 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 operator 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 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 The most difficult solution is to cut a notch in the column to accommodate the operator and power cable Thi
29. e 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 Press and hold transmitter button Press and hold the LEARN TRANSMITTER button on the control board for 5 seconds Release transmitter button Release LEARN TRANSMITTER button The new code is stored in control board memory w gt oa 0000000 0000 00000 y Ea E Ea Ha Ha Ha 440 pete LG sacon ol he wna tezi Learn Transmitter Button 28 o oe o o Obstruction Sensitivity Potentiometer IMPORTANT For safety reasons the obstruction setting or Stall Force on the Mighty Mule control board comes from the factory set at MIN mini mum In many gate installations this setting will need to be adjusted to overcome the weight and size of the gates 0000 12 0 SATT 1234 OFF an ID ee Me 12345674 mones ey O HTT 123 65 6 7 M E LEARN A nuca 9 o z STALL FORCE STALL FORCE TThe 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 opener will apply to an obstruction before it automatically stops and reve
30. e screws provided or another secure mounting method The control box must be mounted at RA 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 NOTE The battery that came with your GTO PRO Ebay a 3000 MUST be placed in the top horizontal battery secure surface slot with the terminals on the RIGHT The extra vertical battery slot is for an optional second battery An optional second battery can be used for solar and or high traffic applications if needed Step 2 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 see illustration Connect the BLACK battery wire to the NEGATIVE battery terminal Connect the RED battery RED ro i oe ial wire to the POSITIVE terminal Pay close attention to BLACK the color of the wires If the wires are connected incorrectly the control board will be damaged NEVER insert the battery with the terminals to the left 12 V Battery Included Step 3 Strip approximately 3 16 of insulation from each wire of the power cable Twist each exposed wire tightly there are seven 7
31. eading 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 operator on the inside of the property and fence line DO NOT install an operator on the outside of the gate where the public has access to it 2 Be careful with moving parts and avoid close proximity to areas where fingers or hands could be pinched 3 Devices such as contact sensors safety edges and non contact sensors photo beams provide additional protection against entrapment 4 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 operator 5 Do not activate your gate operator 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 6 Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate operator controls in order to prohibit unauthorized use of the gate Pull To Open Application 10 10 L i i Moving Gate ee Moving Gate Area PTA Area as Y N a Driveway
32. ed use To Manually Open and Close the Gate Follow the Procedure Below A CAUTION The gate will move freely and uncontrolled when the gate operator is remove from the gate ONLY disconnect the operator when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving saco Disconnecting the Operator 1 Turn control box power switch OFF Remove hairpin clip clevis pin and bushing from either the front or rear mounting point 3 Remove the opener from the mount The gate can be opened and closed manually when the operator is disconnected 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 _ b IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 44 Fane Ore nee 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 operator installatio
33. elly on each terminal will help prevent corrosion Correct i Terminal 7 Terminal si A Wire Block Wire Block Wire Block SLAVE Operator Step 5 Review the Installation Overview illustration on page 12 before proceeding SLNdNI 491SVW O I 000000 30404 TWIS Cut a slot into the driveway to accommodate PVC conduit not provided The buried conduit will protect the 40 foot power cable from automobile tires lawn mower blades weed eaters and grazing animals Pull the 40 foot second operator power cable through the conduit and secure them into the slot in the driveway Step 6 Strip approximately 3 16 of insulation from Power Cable from the each wire of the 40 foot power cable Twist each SLAVE operator arm exposed wire tightly Insert the second operator power cable upward through the right strain relief if necessary loosen the sealing nut Thread approximately 4 of wire into the control box Retighten strain relief on the black sheath of the power cable until the power cable locks into place Insert the stripped wires of the power cable into the appropriate terminals on the SLAVE OPERATOR terminal block The green wire should be inserted into the GRN terminal the blue wire into BLU the orange wire into ORG black wire into BLK and the red wire into the RED terminal Tighten the set screws against the end of the wires 21
34. ength with push pull tube fully retracted is 401 4 mounting point to mounting point Adjustable auto close timer OFF 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 3000 3200 Auto matic Gate Operator when powered with a transformer Actual cycles may vary slightly depending upon the type and condition of gate and installation GTO PRO 3000 3200 Gate Capacity Chart Estimated number of daily cycles are based on use with a transformer and one 1 12 Volt battery on a dual gate system Gate Length _upto10 ft 95 H eo ib 10018 1501 200 I 300 Ib 300 15 500 Ib 501 Gate Weight 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 20 or call 800 543 1236 or 850 575 4144 for more information An operation cycle is one full opening and closing of the gate These specif
35. equency 0 Hz Power 40 W iste Class Il Ill and IV Vehicular Swing Gate Operator XXXXXXX Serial Number XXXXXXXXXX Do not allow children to operate gate or I TO MANUALLY OPEN AND CLOSE THE GATE play 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 the gate label 1 installed on control box cover 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 separate entrance Logo and warning labels 2 installed on each side of operator housing 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 i 1 800 543 GATE 4283 www gtopro com use separate entrance gt Logo and warning labels 2 installed on each side of operator housing SW 3000 Parts List
36. f the DUAL MODES switches on the control board to the OFF position Then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for five seconds IF the SLAVE gate was the first gate to reach the opened position set the number 4 DIP switch of the DUAL MODES switches to the ON position Then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for five seconds Step 4 Press the transmitter button and allow the gates to return to the closed position YOUR FIRST GATE S OPEN POSITION LIMIT IS NOW PROGRAMMED 1234 M Step 5 Activate your openers again by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gates should now be moving from the closed positions toward their open positions The first gate will stop at the spot you just programmed and the second gate will continue to open until you press the transmitter button again Press the transmitter button when the second gate reaches the desired open position This step may be repeated until desired open position is achieved Once the desired OPEN position has been achieved proceed to step 6 Step 6 IF the MASTER gate was the second gate to reach the opened position set the number 4 DIP switch of the DUAL MODES switches on the control board to the OFF position Then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for five seconds RECEIVER DSDSVPDSODSO IF the SLAVE gate was the second gate to reach the opened position set the number 4 DIP switch of the DUAL MODES switches to the ON position Then pre
37. fficient 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 a gate in the fully closed position and the operator 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 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 operator to the post bracket assembly and gate bracket using clevis pins bushings and hairpins clips Fence Post lt Gate Post and Gate Cross Member In Closed Position POST PIVOT BRACKET level with the horizontal surface of the GATE BRACKET gt tT Y Step 4 Make sure the control box power switch is OFF Use a small screwdriver to move the Number 4 DIP switch fro
38. hance 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 3 to 7 A Auto memorization of digital transmitter code GTO remote mounted RF receiver tuned to 318 MHz Operator l
39. he 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 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 pr
40. ications are subject to change without notice 11 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 gates Mounting the operators on a masonry column requires special procedures see Column Installation Information on page 39 if you intend to mount the operators on columns Furthermore if you have push to open gates you will need to purchase two 2 push to open brackets see Accessory Catalog to properly configure your system See Push to Open Installation on page 33 before proceeding i Gate Swings Evenly and Freely R BN Hung Firmly and Plumb surge protector M 7 notsupplied Run 1000 max of low PVC conduit not included voltage wire to control to protect second opener Concrete Poured box from transformer power cable and low voltage wire Around Gate Post wire not included from lawn mowers and weed eaters Preparation of the Gate Step 1 The gates must be plumb level and swing freely on their hinges Wheels must not be attached to the gates The gates must move throughout their arc 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 posts must be secured in the ground with concrete so they will minimize twis
41. k the gate for binding or hinge damage 3 Check the position of the stroke adjustment knob 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 3 Check the position of the stroke adjustment knob 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 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 37 Repair Service If your GTO PRO 3200 Automatic 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 35 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 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 Write the RGA number issued to you on th
42. lly open dry contact output devices such as photo beams connected to the SAFETY input terminal Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information STALL 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 cou com eri 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 3000 3200 control board 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 3000 3200 STALL FORCE Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate 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 com COM GRN BLK RED RECEIVER Shadow Loop Connection Connect one
43. m the factory setting OFF Pull To Open to ON for Push To Open Turn power switch ON The control board is now configured to push the gate open Step 5 Install the second gate operator on the other gate in the same manner Then refer to the CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS on page 26 for gate sequencing and other programming steps before proceeding ON Push to open operation OFF__ Pull to open operation factory setting Setting the Open Position Limit In a PUSH TO OPEN Installation Your GTO PRO 3200 has two Limit Settings 1 CLOSED Limit setting Gates in the CLOSED POSITION FACTORY SET NOT ADJUSTABLE The closed limit setting in the closed position 2 OPEN Limit setting Gates in the OPEN POSITION To achieve optimum open position you are required to complete the following SEVEN STEPS Step 1 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position and the gates are in the CLOSED POSITIONS Step 2 pine your operators by pressing the entry transmitter button Your gates should now be moving from the closed positions toward their open position Prepare to STOP gates by pressing the entry transmitter button again when the first gate reaches the desired open position This step may be repeated until desired close position is achieved Once the desired OPEN position has been achieved proceed to step 3 34 Step 3 IF the MASTER gate was the first gate to reach the opened position set the number 4 DIP switch o
44. mend you apply silicone spray 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 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 36 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 Chec
45. n OFE _ 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 25 Dual Gate DIP Switch Settings DUAL MODES DIP Switches 1 and 2 Factory Set OFF OFF The combination of DIP Switches 1 and 2 will determine the sequence dual gates will open and close DIP Switch 3 Additional Delay Factory Set OFF To add 4 seconds to the standard 4 seconds a total of 8 seconds delay sequence delay switch to ON DIP Switch 4 Used to set MASTER and SLAVE gate closed position limits next section 4 ON when setting closed limit for SLAVE gate 4 OFF when setting closed limit for MASTER gate 138 L9GvECHL 1 OFF amp 2 OFF Factory setting Set Limit Button e a sa Dual Mode DIP Switches Only operation 1 ON 2 OFF MASTER gate starts to open 2 seconds and 3 OFF before SLAVE gate SLAVE gate starts to close 4 seconds before MASTER gate 1 ON 2 OFF MASTE
46. n each terminal will help prevent corrosion om oo na ama aum E SE E Emi SLNdNI YILSVW na 23 Step 7 Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet Use of a surge protector with the transformer is strongly recommended HINT Keep a few mothballs in the control box to discourage insects from entering it and damaging the control board 24 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 Transformer B k S o K az a lu 1 az zm D 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
47. n must comply with any applicable local codes I Before Installation 1 Verify the operators are proper for the type and size of gate its frequency of use and the proper class rating 2 Make sure the dual gate has been properly installed 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 R ZONE 1 ZONE 2 1 AN y AEREA AO 1 1 1 I 24 R T f D u f IA I IL J 2 e ZONE5 TN a ZONE 3 4 h ZONE 3 1 y l 1 y ZONE 4 y Driveway y sil X l gt Gate in the Gate in the Open Position Entrapment Zones For a Open Position Pull To Open Application 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Entrapment Zones for a proper Pull To Open installation Zone l
48. ng 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 If you don t have 2 inches of clearance or the gate operator 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 operator to the gate bracket in the open position and recheck the gate operator level and make sure the brackets are clamped securely Gate in the CLOSED POSITION Pinch Area 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 15 Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Step 7 bel R 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 operator and brackets from the fence and gate EXAMP
49. of the shadow loop wires to the COMMON terminal and the other to the SHADOW LOOP terminal on the GTO PRO 3000 3200 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 31 Connecting Accessories If not connecting accessories skip to next section The GTO PRO 3000 3200 can accept NORMALLY OPEN CONTACT accessories such as Push Button Entry De vices and Key Pads Refer to the sensor manufacturer s instructions for information about installing these devices on a vehicular gate Make sure the power to the operator is turned off before connecting safety device wiring to the STALL FORCE terminal blocks Unplugging the transformer does not turn power to the operator OFF 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 3000 3200 control board COM COM GRN BLK RED RECEIVER Fach activation of the accessory will cause the gate to cycle as follows ical gt 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 wa
50. ol box will be referred to as the SLAVE gate and gate operator Illustration A Optional Ground Stop Gate Hinge beneath an Gate Hinge pp MASTER GATE _ GATE SLAVE GATE Step 1 Attach the horizontal closed position stop plate to the Closed Position Stop Plate mounted MASTER gate leaf horizontally on metal post with U bolts Detach the gate operators from the gates and move the gates to their closed position Illustration A Using FRONT VIEW appropriate hardware for your type of gate U bolts for tube or chain link screw or bolts for wood or metal attach the closed position stop plate horizontally about mid height on the MASTER gate frame Do not tighten it completely at this time Slide the stop plate toward the frame of the SLAVE gate leaf until they touch Illustration B Once you have moved the stop plate to the correct position tighten its hardware completely MASTER Gate Frame SL niy A NE an O O TOP VIEW Illustration B NOTE The optional ground stop post is used to provide a secure point for the SLAVE gate to close against If you will be using the GTO PRO Horizontal Gate Lock accessory with your gate operator system the closed position ground stop is REQUIRED as shown in Steps 2 and 3 on the next page 18 Step 2 Install a low profile ground stop not provided beneath the Closed Position Stop Plate mounted Illustration C SLAVE gate stop pla
51. operty 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 40 Accessories con t 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 Push to Open Bracket 3471H Required when GTO PRO 3000 3200 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 4331H 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
52. or will obstruct and stop The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators accommodate extra transmitters digital keypads solar panels push buttons automatic gate locks and other access control products These optional accessories see the enclosed GTO PRO Accessory Catalog are available The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators feature adjustable obstruction sensing This safety feature makes the gates stop and reverse direction within 2 seconds when they come in contact with an obstruction MIN is the factory setting meaning the gates will exert the minimum force on an obstruction before they stop and reverse direction The GTO PRO 3000 3200 Operators also have an adjustable auto close feature After the gates reache the fully open position they can be set to remain open up to 120 seconds before automatically closing Pressing the transmitter button at any time after the gates open fully will cause them to close immediately OFF is the factory setting meaning the gates 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
53. rning lights to turn on safety beams etc 32 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 A Push to Open Bracket is required for this type of installation see Accessory Catalog If you have a pull to open gate gate opens into the property return to page 14 step 3 In a PUSH TO OPEN installation the operators are installed while the gates are in the closed position Step 1 With the gates closed 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 gray Two inch minimum Gate in the Closed Position Pinch Area gray Two inch minimum 33 I lt 3 8 x 2 Bolt a Post Bracket Push To Open Bracket x optional accessory D a E Y O 9 lt p V X Q N p V O N a 9 2 Washer 3 8 Lock Wash asher Se OC Be 3 0 Nut 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 e
54. rses direction for approximately two 2 seconds Use a small slotted screwdriver to turn the arrow in the center of the potentiometer Adjust the sensitiv ity 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 resistance from gate hinges ALWAYS KEEP SAFETY AT THE TOP OF YOUR LIST WHEN ADJUSTING OR SERVICING YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPENER Installing the Receiver 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 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 DO NOT mount receiver on a metal fence or post doing so will decrease signal range The receiver range can vary from 50 to 100 feet depending upon weather topography and A e external interference 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
55. s Job is NOT for the inexperienced Column Mount Example A B can not exceed 14 inches Pivot Bracket Column 39 F De 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 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 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 T
56. s 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 operator and gate when the operator is installed Recommended Reinforcement Examples Steel Pipe Cut in Half 3 not supplied e J Gate Bracket Gate Bracket dl K 7 Panel Gate Z l a R Gate Bracket A 1 x 6 Wood Reinforcement Thin Walled Tube Gate Wood or Metal Reinforcement not supplied 13 Determining the Mounting Position of the Post Bracket Assembly and the Gate Bracket Step 3 Insert the 3 8 x 2 bolt through the center hole of the post brackets and post pivot bracket as shown Fasten a 3 8 lock washer 3 8 washer and 3 8 nut on the end of the bolt DO NOT overtighten the nut because the post pivot bracket will have to be adjusted later 3 8 x 2 Bolt NOTE The following steps are intended for pull to open gate installations If you are mounting your operators on a push to open gate e g a gate on a sloped driveway you will need to purchase two Push To Open brackets see Accessory catalog Also see Push to Open Installation beginning on page 33 pe Post Bracket Post Pivot Bracket a 3 0 Washer 3 8 Lock Wash ock Washe Se r lt 3 8 Nut 2 a V O 0 lt p V X QO S m p Y O
57. ss and hold the SET LIMIT button for five seconds Step 7 Press the transmitter button and allow the gates to return to the closed position BOTH YOUR MASTER AND SLAVE GATE S OPEN POSITION LIMITS ARE NOW PROGRAMMED TESTING YOUR OPEN LIMIT SETTING Press your entry transmitter and allow your gates to open If OPEN positions are not correct or need to be changed you will need to CLEAR your OPEN LIMIT settings and follow steps one 1 to seven 7 again CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED OPEN LIMIT SETTING If you make a mistake and set the limit at the wrong position press your transmitter to return the gates to their closed positions then press and hold the SET LIMIT button for 10 seconds This will clear the memory for the open limit positions Follow steps one 1 to seven 7 again 35 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 Keeping a few mothballs in the control box will discourage insects from entering it and damaging the control board 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 recom
58. t or flex when the operators are activated We recommend you position the operators near the centerline of the gates to keep the gates from twisting and flexing The addition of horizontal or vertical cross members if they are not already in place to provide a stable area for mounting the gate brackets is also important 12 Installation of Mounting Hardware The position of the post bracket determines the leverage and efficiency of the operator The post bracket position also sets the clearance between the operator and gate in the open and closed positions minimum 2 inches 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 operator bolts that completely penetrate the fence post must be used On wooden posts place a metal plate or washer not supplied between the nuts and the fence post to prevent the thrust of the operator from Wooden Post pulling the bolts and washers out of the wood Wooden Post 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 Post oo Bracket odo Bracket Post wa Post _ gt 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 bracket
59. te e gate leaf that CLOSES FIRST The ground stop needs to be positioned near the end of the gate as shown in Illustration A and may be made of metal or concrete and should be firmly secured in the ground we recommend setting it in concrete O SIDE VIEW q Closed Position Stop Plate Low Profile Ground Stop r in Near the Center of Driveway gt M 2 gt p a o gt FRONT VIEW Step 3 Attach a vertical closed position stop plate to the SLAVE gate Using appropriate hardware for your type of gate attach the vertical closed position stop plate to the SLAVE gate frame at the point where it will come in contact with the ground stop post Do not tighten 1t 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 gate opens out from the property attach the closed position stop plate to the outside of the gate At this stage of the installation the operators should be installed on the gate leaves and closed position stops should be in place SLAVE Gate Opener Post Bracket Assembly OKs MASTER Gate Opener OPTIONAL Closed Position Ground Stop Post 19 Mounting the Control Bax Step 1 aU Mount the control box using th
60. the Control Box page 20 Connecting the Operator Power Cables page 21 Powering the System page 22 Solar Chart page 22 Connecting the Transformer page 23 Control Board Settings page 25 Main DIP Switches page 25 Dual Mode DIP Switches page 26 Setting Closed Position Limits page 27 Setting Your Personal Transmitter Code page 28 Obstruction Sensitivity page 29 Installing the Receiver page 29 Connecting Additional Safety Devices page 30 Connecting Accessories page 32 Push to Open Installation page 33 Setting Open Position Limits page 34 M
61. wires inside the power cable sheath Loosen sealing 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 Strain Relief Z Sealing Nut Strain Relief Operator Power Cable Single Battery Installed Horizontally with terminals on the right NOTE The battery that came with your GTO PRO 3000 MUST be placed horizontally battery with the terminals on the RIGHT If an optional second battery is needed both batteries must be placed vertically with terminals at the bottom An Dual Batteries optional second battery can be used for solar and or high traffic Installed Vertically li if ded with terminals on bottom app ications if needed 20 Connecting Operator Power Cables MASTER Operator Step 4 Insert the stripped power cable wires into the appropriate terminals on the MASTER OPERATOR terminal block The green wire should be inserted into the GRN terminal the blue wire into BLU the orange wire into ORG black wire into BLK and the red wire into the RED terminal Power cable from MASTER operator arm Tighten the set screws against the end of the wires A dab of petroleum j

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