Mighty Mule FM200 Use and Care Manual
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1. OPENING GATES AROUND THE WORLD SINCE 1987 POWERING GUIDE There are two ways the Mighty Mule s battery can be charged 1 Transformer 18V included with kit All Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers come with a transformer for maintaining the battery charge You can run up to 1000 ft of low voltage wire RB509 not included from the opener control box to the 110 V AC outlet where the transformer is plugged If your gate is more than 1000 ft from an AC power source or you just prefer to use solar power you can use the optional Mighty Mule solar panel s to maintain the Mighty Mule battery backup Canada Zone 1 a Mexico Zone 3 Zone 3 2 Optional Solar Power Kits The solar option will have some limits The table and map illustrate the maximum number of gate cycles to expect per day in a particular area when using 5 to 30 Watts of Mighty Mule solar panels 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 5 Watt Panel Solar Panel Application Charts Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Openers Model Watts Zone1 Zone2 Zone3 25 350 500 SINGLE Swing Gates FM350 500 FM350 500 502 DUAL Swing Gates estimated number of cycles per day Dual gates require a minimum of 10 Watts solar charging power NOTE A maximum of 30 Watts of solar charging powe2. Outage Yes A fully charged FM500 or FM502 battery will provide an average of fifty 50 cycles open and close and the FM350 battery 12 Volt car or marine battery not included provides up to 1500 cycles during a power outage This number can vary depending on factors such as the type of gate number of accessories added and weather conditions if using solar panel s FM121 to charge the battery Can I Manually Open the Gate Yes Each opener arm is mounted to the brackets on the post s and gates s with clevis pins and clips By removing the pin and clip at the front end the arm can be removed and allow the gate to be opened manually What Happens if the Gate Opener Hits Something All Mighty Mule E Z Gate openers have built in safety obstruction sensing which will cause the gate s to Stop and Reverse its direction for two seconds if it comes in contact with an object If the gate comes in contact with the object twice before returning to its fully open or close position an alarm will sound for 5 minutes Is the Mighty Mule Gate Opener Difficult to Install No Most installations can be completed easily in two to three hours Dual gates will take slightly longer because two operator arms are required All installations can be completed with tools commonly used by most homeowners Kits include an installation video see box for details What Maintenance is required All Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers are designed to
3. plus two more inches Gate post less than 4 inches will require reinforcement hardware large metal washers or steel plates for each side of the post Masonry column installation may require special procedures Call 1 800 543 1236 GTO Technical Support for details Suggestions for materials you will need to reinforce your gate not in kit or available from GTO Steel Pipe Cut in Half not supplied SS Gate lt Bracket Bracket 1 xX 6 vas Wood or Metal Thin Walled Reinforcement ete Tube Gate aoesupplicd Reinforcement not supplied Tools You ll Need e Phillips Screwdriver Power Drill e Tape Measure e Open End Wrenches e Level 3 8 7 16 1 2 and 9 16 e Wire Strippers e 3 8 Drill Bit e C Clamps c small e Hacksaw or Heavy Duty Bolt Cutters medium and large e Slotted Flat Bladed Screwdriver B All Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers are Certified and Listed in COMPLIANCE with UL325 SAFETY STANDARDS c US LISTEO Mighty Mule E Z Gate GTO are registered trademarks of GTO Inc America s DIY Automatic Gate Openers is a trademark of GTO Inc and is the exclusive property of GTO Inc GTO All rights are reserved by GTO and these marks may not be used without he prior written permission of GTO Copyright 2007 MMISP07 Checklist Do you have all the tools for the installation Did you purchase the proper power supply option low voltage wire or sola
4. second button Both buttons are programable to control multiple gate openers on different gates and or garage door openers see Garage Door Receiver Battery is included Digital oe FM137 The oe eypad can be easily installed as a wireless or wired keypad It can be programmed to use up to twenty five different personal identification number PIN codes This used in combination with the Mighty Mule automatic gate lock see automatic gate lock adds an additional layer of security for your property Wireless Intercom Keypad FM136 This versatile digital intercom with keypad system is ideal for any residential application and can acceptup to four base units for maxiumn flexiblity The intercom provides superior range with crystal clear two way communication up to 500 ft te m wireless or 1 000 ft 304 8 m wired Wireless Driveway Alarm FM131 Keep track of who enters your property with this electromagnetic sensor alert system When a vehicle passes the sensor the receiver emits an audible tone and lets you know someone s there ay F y jiii seat iid hn Cee MNT s uw HARDWARE ACCESSORIES LOCKING ACCESSORIES Pin Lock FM133 The Pin Lock is a substitute for the clevis pin at the front mounting point of all models of SWING Mighty Mule pate openers and the chains of the ey Mule SLIDE Gate Openers to help prevent theft of the opener
5. transmitter LY FM134 Two button transmitter LJ RB743 Three button transmitter U RB709 Garage door receiver enables GTO transmitter to open garage door and gate How will you provide secure access for your gate Q FM137 Digital keypad LJ FM136 Wireless intercom keypad LJ FM100 Mounting post for your keypad Would you like hands free exit from the property LJ FM138 50 ft gate opening sensor LJ FM140 100 ft gate opening sensor LJ FM141 150 ft gate opening sensor O How will you secure the gate LJ FM143 Automatic gate lock Secures gate in closed position LJ FM133 Pin lock Secures the gate opener to gate LJ FM145 Bulldog gate lock Secures walk through gates How will you keep the gate opener battery charged Kit includes AC transformer solar power is optional POWER EQUIPMENT Q FM121 5 watt solar panel LJ FM123 10 watt solar panel LJ RB509 Wire needed for installation LJ FM150 Replacement battery for models FM500 FM502 Special Considerations LI Does your gate open away from property Gates opening away from property require an optional bracket per gate leaf FM148 LL AC power source is more than 1000 ft from gate Solar power is required FM121 or FM123 LJ Require livestock containment An Automatic Gate Lock FM143 is recommended Q Windy conditions An Automatic Gate Lock FM143 is recommended Micuty ppm MULE
6. Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock FM145 Designed for horizontal use on walk through gates An atfordable solution for protecting swimming pool areas playgrounds tennis courts boat docks etc from unwanted access Can be used with the digital keypad FM137 or FM136 and is solar compatible Automatic Gate Lock FM143 A MUST for added security Unlocks and locks automatically as gates open and close Used with Mighty Mule systems for maximum stability and security Comes with a keyed manual release Recommended for gates over 8 ft 2 4 m long Ideal for animal enclosures or high wind areas Not compatible with MM SL1000B MM SL2000B Push to Open Bracket FM148 gt must push a gate open such as on a s Required when a Mighty Mule swing ae opener s opin driveway or where space prevents satel fein opening into the property pulled open Order 2 brackets for a dual gate installation Keypad Mounting Post FM100 FM110 For mounting the Ta keypad availble with stand or direct burial
7. What else will you need Other Materials You May Need e Low voltage wire RB509 16 gauge multi stranded dual conductor direct burial wire will be needed Wire length depends upon which accessories are used and the distance between the transformer power supply and the gate 1000 ft 304 m max If your gate is more than 1000 ft 304 m away from an 110V AC power source Mighty Mule Solar Panels must be used to trickle charge the battery The FM350 FM500 and FM502 are solar compatible If your gate opens out from your property you need to purchase or special order a push to open bracket FM148 through your retailer Call 1 800 543 1236 for technical support dual gates require 2 brackets If you have thin walled tube or panel gates you will need to reinforce them See diagrams below for tips on reinforcing these types of gates Depending on the type of gates a horizontal cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the opener arm and gate bracket to the gate Your gate must be in good working order firmly hung on well seated fence post and swing freely and evenly This operator will not work on gates with wheels or gates that drag on the ground Gates weighing more than 250 Ibs 111 4 kg require ball bearing hinges not provided by Mighty Mule Gate post greater than 8 20 3 cm thick will require longer bolts than those provided to mount gate brackets to post Rule of thumb gate post thickness
8. be virtually maintenance free However it is recommended that the push pull tube be sprayed once a month with a good grade of silicone Spray DO NOT use an oil based spray as this will attra and and di Rev 3 07 800 543 GATE 4283 www mightymule com Men ie Mule te AMERICAS 1 DIY GATE OPENER LANNING GUID _ Residential SOLAR sO g7 si COMPATIBLE A ine eo SERS Se COMPATIBLES EA Opening Gates Around the World Since 1987 Aa PF F Witt 350 single MEATY Heavy MIGHTY 502 Heavy E Z GATE OPEN E F One Piece Mgt 500 Duty Single Ey CATE OPENERS Ee Duty Dual w OUR OPENERS WORK ON ALL TYPES OF GATES Chain Link Ornamental Tube Vinyl Wood QUESTIONS to consider when purchasing an opener 1 Do you have a single or dual gate 2 Does your gate swing or slide A If swing continue with guide below B If slide ask your retailer about special ordering or call 1 800 543 GATE 4283 for additional information 3 Does your gate swing into or away from your property 4 How long is each gate leaf 5 How much does each gate leaf weigh 6 Is your gate within 1000 ft of a 110V AC power source IF NOT SOLAR CHARGING IS AN OPTION N If your gate is longer than 18 ft or weighs more than 850 Ibs per leaf ask you retailer about special ordering or call 1 800 543 GATE 4283 for additional information Which Mighty Mule Gate Opener Is Rig
9. ht For You Po mang 200 ge 350 marn 500 E Z GATE OPENER EEE E Z GATE OPENER BE E Z GATE OPENERS E ae Up to 300 Ibs Up to 550 Ibs Up to 850 Ibs per leaf Max weight is relative to length of gate Max weight is relative to length of gate Max weight is relative to Dat of each leaf co 12 feet 16 feet 18 feet per leaf AC POWER SUPPLY 18V Heavy Duty Transformer is included 18V Heavy Duty Transformer is included 18V Heavy Duty Transformer is included _ within 1000 of gate eM INCLUDED Po INCLUDED SOLAR Yes dual gates require 10 Watt minimum COMPATIBLE anid CYCLES PER 175 with transformer with 1500 battery 175 with transformer with 1500 battery 115 with transformer with 25 battery DAY pea cycles ete cycles ee cycles GATE OPENING __ For gates that open into the property only Gates opening away from property Dual gates opening away from property DIRECTION require an optional bracket FM148 require two optional brackets FM148 800 543 GATE 4283 www mightymule com GATE OPENER GUIDE Which automatic gate opener is right for you SINGLE SWING LJ FM350 Light duty swing gate opener Q FM500 Heavy duty swing gate opener DOUBLE SWING Q FM502 Heavy duty dual gate opener SLIDE LJ MM SL1000B Light duty slide gate opener LJ MM SL2000B Heavy duty slide gate opener How will you open your gate from your vehicle LJ FM135 Single button
10. r If your gate swings out from your property did you purchase the push to open bracket s FM148 Did you note the standard hardware package will this suit your installation some additional hardware maybe needed If you purchased the digital keypad did you get 3 AA batteries Answers to commonly asked questions 1 What is a Mighty Mule E Z Gate Opener A Mighty Mule E Z Gate is a remote controlled automatic gate opener system It is the industry leading gate opener available for the Do It Yourself installer Because it is battery operated and uses low voltage power it is safe no electrician needed affordable and easy to install How is a Mighty Mule E Z Gate Opener Powered All Mighty Mule gate openers are low voltage systems with a 12 Volt battery back up system This assures operation of your gate during a power outage The battery can either be charged by the included transformer OR can be charged by optional solar panel s How do I Install the Solar Panels The Mighty Mule solar panel FM121 is a complete kit for easy mounting within 8 ft of the control box If your panel s must be placed farther away than 8 ft up to 250 ft to receive maximum sunlight additional low voltage wiring will be required It is important that the solar panels face South and are placed in full sunlight away from overhanging trees or any obstacle that may shade the panels s Will the Mighty Mule Open During A Power
11. r can be connected to Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers Special Considerations e For solar applications using Mighy Mule models FM500 amp FM502 it is recommended that you purchase an optional second battery FM150 for back up cycles during overcast days The control boxes are prewired for the optional second battery e Dual gate require 10 Watts of solar charging power Use two 5 watt panels FM121 or one 10 Watt solar panel FM123 available by its me ACCESSORIES FOR GATE OPENERS earl D I 7 me Ve NG Wins Mighty Mule Mighty Mule Control Box Gate Openers GATE OPERATOR SAFETY e ALL GTO operators are system certified by ETL to meet or exceed current UL325 safety requirements e Compatible with ALL types of safety devices contact or non contact ENTRY EXIT ACCESSORIES 1 Single Button Entry Transmitter FM135 Gate Opening Sensor FM138 The Mighty Mule entry transmitter includes The gate opening sensor is an electromagnetic sensor which offers hands free operation of the Mighty Mule Gate Opener with a 12 ft 3 7 m ie of detection of vehicles in motion a visor clip and has adjustable code settings This is the standard transmitter included in every Mighty Mule gate opener kit Battery is included Wireless Gate Opening Sensor FM130 The wi
12. reless gate opening sensor does the same thing as the Gate Opening Sensor FM138 but requiers no trenching between the Sensor and the Gate Opener Push Button Control FM132 Garage Door Receiver RB709 POWERING ACCESSORIES Replacement Battery FM150 For models FM500 FM502 use FM150 which is a standard 12 Volt 7 0 amp hour maintenance free battery for the Mighty Mule gate opener systems For model FM350 please use a 12 Volt marine or automotive battery that is not provided in kit Solar Panel 5 Watt FM121 or 10 Watt FM123 The solar panel is for use for up to 30 Watts of solar a Sta power for Mighty Mule models FM350 FM500 and FM502 Each solar panel comes with tubular steel support mounting clips wire connectors and 8 ft of Low Voltage Wire NOTE Dual gates require a minimum of 10 Watts Low Voltage Wire RB509 The 16 gauge multi stranded dual conductor Low Voltage Wire is for n the AC powered transformer or the solar panel to the control board Also used for the connection of accessories such as automatic gate lock FM143 o keypad FM137 FM136 Push Button FM132 and other wired control devices This specially designed wire is UV treated PVC coated and ready for direct burial Available in 1000 ft 304 8 m rolls or special lengths Dual Button Key Chain Transmitter l FM134 3 This transmitter is the same as Mighty Mule e entry transmitter with the addition of a key chain and a
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