User Guide

• One single gate opener
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Battery harness
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Installation video
• Warning signs (2)
12 month limited warranty
Mighty Mule One Piece Single Gate Opener
FM350
FM350 Standard Components:
SINGLE
FM350
Mighty Mule® 350 will handle gates up
to 16 ft. (4.88 m) long or up to 550 lbs. (249.5 kg)
• Easy to install one piece low-voltage system
• No elec tri cian required.
• Solar Compatible.
• Up to 1500 battery back up cycles when using a 12 Volt
automotive or marine type battery.
Gate Weight
Gate Length
Number of Cycles Per Day
Mighty Mule 350 Gate Capacity /Cycle Chart
Estimated number of daily cycles, based on use with a transformer and one(1) 12 Volt battery.
550 lbs. (249.5 kg)
450 lbs. (204.1 kg)
350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
250 lbs. (113.4 kg)
150 lbs. (68 kg)
100 lbs. (45.4 kg)
50 lbs. (22.7 kg)
125
135
145
155
165
175
185
6’ (1.8 m)
115
125
135
145
155
165
175
8’ (2.4 m)
115
125
135
145
155
165
10’ (2.4 m)
115
125
135
145
155
12’ (2.4 m)
115
125
135
145
14’ (2.4 m)
115
125
135
16’ (2.4 m)
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NOTE: Requires 12 Volt automotive or marine type battery,
weather proof case and battery terminal adaptors.
(Not included)
Sales: 1-800-543-GATE (4283) Technical Service: 1-800-543-1236
www.mightymule.com • email: [e-mail]
GTO, Inc. • 3121 Hartsfi eld Road • Tallahassee, Florida 32303 • [phone] • Fax [phone]
GTO/PRO®, Mighty Mule®, E-Z Gate®, GTO®, are registered trademarks of GTO, Inc. Professional Access Systems™,
America’s DIY Automatic Gate Openers™ 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 form without the prior, written permission of GTO, Inc. Copyright © 2006
Horizontal Cross Member
Gate Swings Evenly and Freely
Hung Firmly and Plumb
Receiver
Post Bracket Assembly
Control Box with Battery*
Gate Bracket
Single Gate Opener
Fence Post Set in Concrete
Run 1000' (max.) of low
voltage wire to control
box from transformer
(wire not included).
Power Cable
Closed Position Positive Stop Plate
110 Volt indoor
Transformer
(surge protector
not supplied)
PVC conduit (not included)
to protect wire from lawn
mowers and weed eaters.
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The items in red are included in the gate opener kit.
*Note: The Mighty Mule 350 (FM350) has a built-in control board inside
the gate opener, so it does not require a seperate control box.
MIGHTY MULE GATE OPENER TYPICAL INSTALLATION:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...
Solar Panel
*(NR) NOT RECOMMENDED
Mighty Mule SWING and SLIDE
gate openers and access control
accessories are designed for Do-It-Yourself installers.
No electrician or welding is required and the Mighty Mule
will work equally well on farm, ranch and residential gates made
of wood, vinyl, chain link, tube and iron.
Mighty Mule One Piece Single Gate Opener
Mighty Mule Heavy Duty Single Gate Opener
Mighty Mule Heavy Duty Dual Gate Opener
For single swing gates up to 16 ft. (4.9 m) long or up to 550 lbs. (249.5 kg)
Fo
r single swing gates up to 18 ft. (5.5 m) long or up to 850 lbs. (385.6 kg)
For dual swing gates up to 18 ft. (5.5 m) long or up to 850 lbs. (385.6 kg)
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COMMERCIAL GRADE SLIDE GATE OPENER
SLIDER
FEATURES:
MM-SW3000XL For gates up to 16 ft. (4.88 m) in length, weighing up to 650 lbs. (294.8 kg)
MM-SW3200XL Second gate opener required for dual (double) gates.
MM-SW4000XL For gates up to 20 ft. (6.1 m) in length, weighing up to 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
MM-SW4200XL Second gate opener required for dual (double) gates.
CONTENTS INCLUDED:
MM-SL1000B For gates weighing up to 500 lbs. (226.8 kg) and up to 30 ft. (9.1 m)
in length with a 20 ft. (6.1 m) opening.
(per leaf)
MM-SL2000B For gates weighing up to 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg) and up to 30 ft. (9.1 m)
in length with a 20 ft.
(6.1 m) opening. (per leaf)
COMMERCIAL GRADE SWING GATE OPENER
SWING
• Includes a built-in internal locking device that locks the gate in the closed position.
• Access ready package includes battery, radio receiver, entry transmitter, AC transformer,
and all necessary mounting hardware.
• Full systems capable “add on ready” heavy-duty control board includes adjustable
obstruction sensing and gate sequencing.
• Solar compatible.
• Includes 12 Volt battery; a second battery is required for solar applications.
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 for the “Do-It-Yourself”
installer. It is battery operated, low voltage system; it is safe
(no
electrician needed)
, affordable, and easy to install.
2. Is the Mighty Mule Gate Opener Diffi cult 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. Kit includes an installation video and easy to
read instructions. Our technical service team is available to answer any
installation questions. (see box for details.)
3. 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.
4. 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” direction
for two seconds if it comes in contact with an object. If the gate comes
in contact with the object twice (obstructs) before returning to its fully
open or close position, an alarm will sound for fi ve (5) minutes.
5. Can I Manually Open the Gate?
Yes! Each opener arm is mounted to the brackets on the post(s) and
gates with clevis pins and clips. By removing the pin and clip at the
front end, the arm can be removed and the gate can be opened manually.
6. 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 limited operation of your gate
during a power outage. The battery can be charged by the transformer,
(included) OR can it be charged by solar panel(s) (optional).
7. How do I Install the Solar Panels?
The Mighty Mule solar panel (FM121) is a complete kit for easy
mounting within 8 ft. (2.4 m) of the control box. If your panel(s) must
be placed farther away than 8 ft. (2.4 m) up to 250 ft. (76.2 m) 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).
8. Will the Mighty Mule Open During A Power
Outage?
Yes. A fully charged FM500 or FM502 battery will provide an average
of fi fty (50) cycles (open and close) and the FM350 battery (12 Volt car
or marine battery not included) provides 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
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• One commercial grade operator
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Extra large control box
• 12 Volt
battery included
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Warning signs (2)
MMCAT rev. 07/2006
12 month limited warranty
Do-It-Yourself GATE OPENERS
Commercial Grade GATE OPENERS
• Durable metal construction.
• Oversized control box with room for all accessories.
• Commercial electronic control board which includes
• adjustable obstruction sensing, gate sequencing, with
• plug and play easy wiring terminals and adjustable •
• auto close (0-120 seconds).
• True soft start and soft stop operation, which extends
• the life of both opener and hardware.
• Includes battery, radio receiver, entry transmitter, • •
• AC transformer and all the mounting hardware.
Note: Dual (double) gate applications require a master and slave opener.
• Use MM-SL1000B (master) and MM-SL1200B (slave) for a dual slide gate application
up to 500 lbs. (226.8 kg) (per leaf).
• For double slide gates that weigh up to 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg) (per leaf), use MM-SL2000B
(master) and MM-SL2200B (slave).
Ball bearing rollers should be used on all slide gates. (Not included)
12 month limited warranty