Nortek Control Mighty Mule MM371W Bedienungsanleitung

Installation Manual

(For a single or dual gate installation)

Horizontal Support

Gate Swings Evenly and Freely

Hung Firmly and Plumb

Post Bracket Control Box

Fence Post Set in Concrete Fence Post Set in Concrete

Run 1000' (max.) of low

voltage wire to control

box from transformer

(wire not included).

Power Cable

PVC conduit (not included)

to protect wire from lawn

mowers and weed eaters.

PVC conduit (not included)

to run second opener power

cable under driveway.

Gate Bracket

Warning Sign

Secondary Opener Primary Gate Opener

Horizontal Support

Post Bracket

Gate Bracket

Warning Sign

120 Volt indoor

Transformer

(surge protector

not supplied)

12 Volt automotive or marine

type battery in weather proof

housing (not included).

Example of Dual Gate nished installation

(Installations vary slightly on different types of gates)

MM371W

MM372W

Single gate installation [MM371W]

Dual gate installation [MM372W]

This product meets the requirements of UL325, the standard for gate operator safety.

Mighty Mule® is the retail brand of Nortek Security & Control, LLC

WARNING

DO NOT SPLICE ANY

POWER WIRES!

DO NOT MODIFY THE

BATTERY HARNESS!

THIS WILL VOID YOUR

MANUFACTURER’S

WARRANTY.

Low voltage wire for transformer not included.

Product Usage

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator meets all of the safety requirements of a Class I Residential Vehicular Gate Operator and is intended for use solely

with vehicular swing gates in single-family residential applications that meet the Class I category listed in the table below.

WARNING

This equipment meets 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 Nortek Security & Control, LLC, shall

in no event be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of prots

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 Nortek Security & Control, LLC, from any and all liability. If you are not in agreement with this

disclaimer or do not feel capable of properly following all installation and safety instructions you may

return this product for full replacement value.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY before attempting to install and

use this automatic gate operator. This gate operator produces a high level of force. Stay clear of the unit

while it is operating and exercise caution at all times.

ALL AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATORS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON VEHICULAR GATES ONLY.

Residential Vehicular Gate Operator-Class I:

A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for

use in garages or parking areas associated with a

residence of one-to-four single families.

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

multi-family housing unit (ve or more single family

units), hotel, garages, retail store, or other buildings

accessible by or servicing the general public.

Industrial/Limited Access Vehicular Gate Operator–Class III:

A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in an industrial

location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other

locations not accessible by or intended to service the general public.

Restricted Access Vehicular Gate Operator – Class IV:

A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in an industrial

location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other

locations not accessible by or intended to service the general public.

Vehicular Gate Operator Class Categories

Table of Contents

Please Read This First! .......................................................................................................................... 2

Important Safety Information................................................................................................................. 3

Manually Opening and Closing Gate .................................................................................................................................................3

For the Installer and End User...........................................................................................................................................................4

Installing Warning Signs and Pedestrian Gates .................................................................................................................................8

Required Safety Precautions for Gates..............................................................................................................................................9

Mighty Mule 371W/372W Gate Opener...........................................................................................................................................10

Technical Specications ...................................................................................................................... 10

Powering Options...........................................................................................................................................................................11

Solar Panel and Gate Activity Chart.................................................................................................................................................11

Before You Begin.................................................................................................................................. 11

Check Existing Gate Size and Material............................................................................................................................................12

IMPORTANT: Check for Proper Gate Installation...............................................................................................................................12

Items Included for Primary Gate Opener Installation (MM371W)......................................................................................................13

Items Included for Secondary Opener Installation (MM372W) .........................................................................................................13

Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................................................14

Items Not Included .........................................................................................................................................................................14

Check Direction of Gate Swing .......................................................................................................................................................14

Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................................ 15

Assessing the Gate for Installation .................................................................................................................................................15

Pull-to-Open Operator Mounting (Most Common)...........................................................................................................................16

Installing the Closed Position Stop Plate / Pull-to-Open...................................................................................................................21

Push-to-Open Operator Mounting...................................................................................................................................................24

Installing the Closed Position Stop Plate / Push-to-Open.................................................................................................................29

Control Box Installation...................................................................................................................................................................30

Connecting the Operator(s) and battery .........................................................................................................................................31

Transformer or Solar panel wiring Installation.................................................................................................................................33

Electrical Installation and Setup .......................................................................................................... 35

Dip Switches settings.....................................................................................................................................................................35

Transmitter Programming...............................................................................................................................................................36

Closed Limit Programming - Pull to Open .......................................................................................................................................37

Closed Limit Programming - Pull to Open .......................................................................................................................................38

Open Limit Programming - Push to Open .......................................................................................................................................39

Open Limit Programming - Push to Open .......................................................................................................................................40

Dual Sense Stall Force Setting........................................................................................................................................................41

Auto Close Setting..........................................................................................................................................................................42

Optional Smart Control Setup.............................................................................................................. 42

Connecting Additional Devices ........................................................................................................... 43

Control Board Connections .............................................................................................................................................................44

Connecting Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................45

Maintenance & Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 46

Troubleshooting Guide - Audible Feedback .....................................................................................................................................46

Troubleshooting Guide - Visual Feedback........................................................................................................................................48

Repair Service ...................................................................................................................................... 50

Accessories .......................................................................................................................................... 51

Appendix A ........................................................................................................................................ 53

Accessory Installation Instructions..................................................................................................................................................53

Gate Operator Installation Checklist ................................................................................................... 54

2MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO INSTALL YOUR AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR:

Read these instructions carefully to become familiar with all parts and installation steps.

The video is only designed as an overview of the installation procedure.

You must read the installation manual for detailed instructions

on gate operator safety and proper use of the gate operator.

Please Read This First!

Thank you for purchasing a Mighty Mule Gate Operator—

Nortek Security & Control's "do-it-yourself" automatic

gate operator! When correctly installed and properly used,

your Mighty Mule Gate Operator will give you many years

of reliable service. Please read the following information

to ensure you have the correct system for your particular

needs. If so, this manual and will enable you to properly

install your Mighty Mule Gate Operator.

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator is designed for installation

for single or dual gates. The gate(s) must not exceed 16

feet in length or weigh more than 550 pounds (please see

Technical Specications on page 10). The Mighty Mule Gate

Operator can be used on vinyl, aluminum, chain link, farm

tube, and wrought iron gates.

Not rated for use on solid surface gates due to the

potential to damage the operator and/or injure someone.

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator accommodates extra

transmitters, digital keypads, solar panels, push buttons,

automatic gate locks, and other access control products.

These optional accessories (see the Mighty Mule Accessory

Catalog) are available at most stores. Your store should be

able to special order any accessory not in stock.

If your store cannot special order accessories, please call

the Mighty Mule Sales Department (800-421-1587).

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator features Dual Sense

Technology™. This feature makes the gate stop and

reverse direction when it comes in contact with an

obstruction.

The Mighty Mule Gate Operator also has an adjustable

auto-close feature. After the gate reaches the fully open

position, it can be set to remain open up to 120 seconds

before automatically closing. Pressing the transmitter

button at any time after the gate opens fully will cause it

to close immediately. OFF is the factory setting; meaning

the gate will stay open until you press the transmitter (or

keypad, etc.) again.

Visit www.mightymule.com for a retailer near you.

NOT FOR THE CONTAINMENT OF ANIMALS.

MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions 3

CAUTION

The gate will move freely and uncontrolled when the gate operator is removed from the gate.

ONLY disconnect the operator when the control box power switch is OFF and the gate is NOT moving.

Clevis Pin

Hairpin Clip

Gate Bracket

Front Mount

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 end user with convenience,

security, and safety.

This manual contains various safety precautions and

warnings for the installer and end user. Because there are

many possible applications of the gate operator, the safety

precautions and warnings contained in this manual cannot

Disconnecting the Operator

1. Turn control box power switch OFF.

2. Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin.

3. Remove the operator’s front mount from the gate bracket.

The gate can be opened and closed manually when the operator

is disconnected.

be completely exhaustive in nature. It does, 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.

Warnings in this manual are identied with this

warning symbol. The symbol identies conditions that can

result in damage to the operator or its components, serious

injury, or death.

MANUALLY OPENING AND CLOSING GATE

Because Mighty Mule automatic gate operators are only part of the total gate operating system, it is the responsibility

of the installer and end user to ensure that the total system is safe for its intended use.

NOTE: Substitute a Pin Lock for the clevis pin on the front mount of

the gate operator to prevent theft of the operator from the gate (see

accessory pages in back of this book).

Important Safety Information

Part #: FM133

4MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions

WARNING

I. Before Installation

1. Verify this operator is proper for the type and size of gate, frequency of use

and class of the gate system.

2. Make sure the 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 entrapment protection devices used with

the system (see page 7).

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 3).

4. The gate and operator installation must comply with any applicable local

codes.

5. This gate operator is intended for vehicular gates only. A separate entrance

or gate must be installed for pedestrian use (see page 8).

6. Always keep people and objects away from the gate and its area of travel.

No one should cross the path of a moving gate.

7. Identify all of the entrapment zones for the type of installation. An

entrapment zone is an area around the automatic gate system where

a person or object could be caught that increase the risk of injury.

Entrapment zones should be eliminated, guarded or protected.

8. When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main

thoroughfare, make sure the gate system is placed far enough from the

road to prevent trafc congestion.

FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER

Gate in the

Open Position

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

ZONE 5

Driveway

ZONE 1

Entrapment

Zones for a

Pull-To-Open

Application

MM371W

Gate in the

Open Position

Gate in the

Open Position

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

ZONE 4

ZONE 5

Driveway

MM372W

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 4

ZONE 5

ZONE 3

Entrapment Zones

for a Pull-To-Open

Application

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control

away from children.

3. Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS

THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.

4. Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a

rigid object or stop when an object activates the non-contact sensors. After

adjusting the force or the limit of travel, retest the gate operator. Failure to

adjust and retest the gate operator properly can increase the risk of injury or

death.

5. Use the manual/emergency release only when the gate is not moving.

6. KEEP GATES PROPERLY MAINTAINED. Read the user’s manual. Have

a qualied service person make repairs to gate hardware.

7. The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use separate

entrance.

8. 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.

9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

To reduce the risk of injury or death:

Important Safety Information

MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions 5

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 ngers or hands could be pinched.

3. Devices such as contact sensors (sensing

edges) and non contact sensors (photo beams) provide

additional protection against vehicular damage.

4. If push buttons or key switches are installed, they should

be within sight of the gate, 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. Secure outdoor or easily accessed gate operator controls

in order to prohibit unauthorized use of the gate.

FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER

Typical Entrapment Zones are shown in the diagrams on page 4:

Zone 1 – leading edge of the gate and the fence post.

Zone 2 – between the gate and the gate post.

Zone 3 – the path of the gate.

Zone 4 – the space between the gate in the open position and any object such as a wall, fence, tree, etc.

Zone 5 – pinch points between the operator and gate.

Moving Gate

Area

Driveway

10'

NEVER install any control device

within the indicated area

MM371W

Pull-To-Open Application

Important Safety Information

Pull-To-Open

Application

Moving Gate

Area

Moving Gate

Area

Driveway

10'10'

NEVER INSTALL

any control device

within the indicated area

MM372W

Pull-To-Open Application

6MM371W / MM372W Installation Instructions

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

becomes damaged,

illegible, or missing, replace them immediately.

Contact Nortek Security & Control for free replacements.

2. The gate is automatic and could move at any time,

posing 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 control away from children and unauthorized

users; store controls where children and unauthorized

users do not have access to them.

6. KEEP GATE SYSTEMS MAINTAINED. Always turn power

to operator OFF before performing any maintenance. See

page 46 for maintenance procedures.

7. To operate this equipment safely, YOU must know how to

disconnect the operator for manual gate operation (see

page 15). If you have read the instructions and still do not

understand how to disconnect the operator, contact the

Mighty Mule Service Department.

8. Disconnect the operator ONLY when the power is

TURNED OFF and the gate is NOT moving.

9. Make arrangements with local re and law

enforcement for emergency access.

10. Distribute and discuss copies of the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

section of this manual with all persons

authorized to use your gate.

11. 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 gate systems. 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 need a replacement manual, a copy can

be obtained by downloading one from the Mighty Mule

web site (www.mightymule.com), by contacting Nortek

Security & Control by calling 1-800-543-1236 and

requesting a duplicate copy.

FOR THE INSTALLER AND END USER

Important Safety Information

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