Installation manual

rev 05.7.13 Rodeo Gear Medium Duty Dual Gate Opener Installation Manual 3
2. Check Direction of Gate Swing
The Rodeo Gear is designed for PULL-TO-OPEN installations. PUSH-TO-OPEN installations require two Push-To-Open
brackets [FM148]. Push-to-Open Installation Instructions begin on page 19.
3. Prepare the Gates
 • 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arcswithout binding or dragging on the ground.
 • Notethatgatesover 250 lb. should have ball bearing hinges with grease fittings.
 • Thegatepostshouldbebesecuredinthegroundwithconcretesoitwillminimizetwistorexwhentheopener
is activated.
 • Theadditionofahorizontal or vertical cross member (if one is not already in place) to provide a stable area
for mounting the gate bracket is also important.
 • TrenchthedrivewayinordertolayPVCconduitforthesecondopenerpowercable(seeillustrationonpage6).
Your Property Your Property
Pull-To-Open
(arm retracts to open)
Push-To-Open
(arm extends to open)
Horizontal Cross Member
Vertical Cross Member
E
A
B
C
D
F
A – Level D – Posts Secured in Concrete
B – Plumb E – Centerline Mounting
C – Free Swinging F – Good Working Hinges