Mighty Mule G1612-KIT Use and Care Manual
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1. Will the Mighty Mule Open During A Power Outage Yes A fully charged FM500 or FM502 battery will provide an average of 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 FM123 to charge the battery Can I Manually Open the Gate Yes Each opener arm is mounted to the brackets on the posts and gate 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 To reduce risk of theft pin locks FM133 can be purchased to replace the clevis pin 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 closed 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 installa2. connectors and 10 ft of Low Voltage units for maximum flexibility The intercom l i provides superior range with crystal clear eh ai Dual gates require a minimum of 10 two way communication up to 500 ft 152 4 mj wireless Low Voltage Wire RB509 The 16 gauge 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 automatic gate lock FM143 digital 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 100 250 500 304 8 m rolls or special Wireless Driveway Alarm FM231 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 Oo Pin Lock FM133 The Pin Lock is a substitute for the clevis pin at the front mounting point of all models of SWING R Mighty Mule ae openers and the chains of the Mie Mule SLIDE Gate Openers to help prevent theft of the opener Automatic Gate Lock FM143 A MUST for added security Unlocks and locks Ce 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 l
3. 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 Gate ef Bracket T Aeh a AN b 5 PanelGate Jo A i ate ot Bracket ka Wall F Wood or Metal Hos Tube Gate Reinforcement Bonforcem rii not supplied not supplied Tools You ll Need 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 Slotted Flat Bladed Screwdriver e Flat Head Screw e Phillips Screwdriver e Tape Measure e Level e Wire Strippers e C Clamps small medium and large 5 All Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers are Certified A us and Listed in COMPLIANCE with UL325 SAFETY STANDARDS Liste Mighty Mule E Z Gate GTO are registered trademarks of Gates That Open GTO LLC America s DIY Automatic Gate Openers is a trademark of GTO and is the exclusive property of GTO All rights are reserved by GTO and these marks may not be used without he prior written permission of GTO Copyright 2012 MMISP07 Rev 04 12 Checklist Do you have all the tools for the installation Did you purchase the proper power
4. 52 502 DUAL Swing Gates 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 pre wired 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 special order from your retailer ENTRY EXIT ACCESSORIES oO 3 F a openers on different gates and or garage O aao ooo soo af be Ns So k WW ta UCU NN STAT WL WANUN AM Mighty Mule 4 Receiver Mighty Mule Gate Openers GATE OPERATOR SAFETY e ALLGTO operators are system certified by ETL to meet or exceed current UL325 safety requirements Compatible with ALL types of safety devices contact non contact Gate Opening Sensor FM138 The gate opening sensor is an electromagnetic sensor which offers hands free operation of the gate opener with a 12 ft 3 7 m radius of detection of vehicles in motion Single Button Entry Transmitter FM135 The Mighty Mule entry transmitter includes 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 Q The wireless electromagnetic sensor detects Dual Button Key Chain Trans
5. IS AN OPTION 7 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 Right For You _ 2f ER 350 500 E Z GATE OPENER amp an GA A ra A ae ea Up to 300 Ibs per leaf Up to 550 Ibs per leaf Up to 850 Ibs per leaf Max weight is relative to length of gate Max weight is relative to Da of gate MIGHTY Max weight is relative to enor of each 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 NOT INCLUDED NOT INCLUDED BATTERY 12 V automotive marine style battery required INCLUDED COMPATIBLE cial Sa Breas ell in ec CYCLES PER 175 with transformer 175 with transformer 115 with transformer DAY 1500 battery backup ET 1500 battery backup s 25 A backup a GATE OPENING For gates that open into the property only Gates opening away from property Dual gates opening away from property DIRECTION cannot add FM148 bracket will require FM148 bracket will require two FM148 brackets 800 543 GATE 4283 www mightymule com MIGHTY GATE OPENER GUIDE MULE Which automatic gate opener is right for you POWERING GUIDE There are two ways the Mighty Mule s battery can be charged 1 Transformer included with kit All Mighty Mule E Z Gate O
6. What else will you need Other Materials You May Need e Low voltage wire RB509 16 gauge 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 FM200 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 plus two
7. mitter FM134 13 e m moa karte ae i This transmitter is the same as Mighty Mule 2 nek e S IS sed ree device allows entry transmitter with the addition of a key vehicles to exit your property chain and a second button Both buttons are programmable to control multiple gate O Push Button Control FM132 door openers see Garage Door Receiver Garage Door Receiver RB709U NB Battery is included Digital Keypad FM137 The digital keypad can be easily installed as a wireless or wired keypad It can be may programmed to use up to twenty five srs 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 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 F The solar panel is for use for up to 30 Watts of Wireless Intercom Keypad FM136 pomar i ila digital i i Aiii solar charging power for Mighty Mule models system ideal Orany residential Pad A FM200 F350 FM500 and FM502 Each solar application and can accept up to four base panel comes with tubular steel support mounting clips wire
8. ong Ideal for high wind areas Not compatible with MM SL1000B MM SL2000B HARDWARE ACCESSORIES 15 Push to Open Bracket FM148 Required when a Mighty Mule swing Bile opener s must push a gate open such as on a sloping driveway or where space prevents gate s from opening into the property pulled open Order 2 brackets for a dual gate installation Keypad Mounting Post FM100 FM110 For mounting the djia keypad available with stand or direct burial
9. peners 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 ACCESSORIES FOR GATE OPENERS SINGLE SWING Q FM200 Light duty swing gate opener Q FM350 Light duty swing gate opener Q FM500 Heavy duty swing gate opener DOUBLE SWING U FM352 Light duty dual gate opener re Q FM502 Heavy duty dual gate opener SLIDE Q MM SL2000B Heavy duty slide gate opener o How will you open your gate from your vehicle U FM135 Single button transmitter FM134 Two button transmitter RB743 Three button transmitter RB709U NB 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 Q FM136 Wireless intercom keypad Q FM100 Mounting post for your keypad Would you like hands free exit from the property L FM138 50 ft gate opening sensor LJ FM140 100 ft gate opening sensor FM141 150 ft gate opening sensor O How will you secure the gate U FM143 Automatic gate lock Secures gate in closed position U FM133 Pin lock Secures the ga
10. supply option low voltage wire or solar 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 10 ft of the control box If your panel s must be placed farther away than 10 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 panel s
11. te opener to gate How will you keep the gate opener battery charged Kit includes AC transformer solar power is optional POWER EQUIPMENT U FM121 5 watt solar panel U FM123 10 watt solar panel U RB509 Wire needed for installation Q FM150 Replacement battery for models FM500 FM502 Special Considerations U Does your gate open away from property Gates opening away from property require an optional bracket per gate leaf FM148 U AC power source is more than 1000 ft from gate Solar power is required FM121 or FM123 Q Windy conditions An Automatic Gate Lock FM143 is recommended MIGHTY MULE A OPENING GATES AROUND THE WORLD SINCE 1987 the Mighty Mule battery Canada Zone 1 Mexico gt Zone3 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 FM200 350 500 FM200 350 500 200 350 500 SINGLE Swing Gates estimated number of cycles per day Dual gates require a minimum of 10 Watts solar charging power 3
12. tion video see box for details What Maintenance is required All Mighty Mule E Z Gate Openers are designed to 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 attract sand and dirt 800 543 GATE 4283 www mightymule com Mucur o AMERICA S 1 DIY GATE OPENER Opening Gates Around the World Since 1987 LANNING GUID Residential Farm and Rural SOLAR E E SOLAR A COMPATIBLE A coMPATIBLE rl ne Ranch and Estates COMPATIBLE p ihe ieee m ltt si Hi ar MELT 4 i vn Ire lil Lrt MA T ae AT gt n mangt Single Mugury Heavy wre 50 Heavy zz care RL ISO One Piece ne Tene asees Duty Single MRT D02 Duty Dual OUR OPENERS WORK ON ALL TYPES OF GATES Chain Link e Ornamental Tube Vinyl e 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 Away requires the FM148 push to open bracket 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
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