GTO RB923 rev User Manual

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©
2000 GTO, Inc.
RB923 rev - 08/01/01
AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR
FOR
VEHICULAR SWING GATES
3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303
Telephone (850) 575-0176 • FAX (850) 575-8912 • www.gtoinc.com
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR
THE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER
WARNING!
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.
This product meets and exceeds the requirements of UL 325, the standard which regulates gate operator safety,
as established and made effective March 1, 2000, by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
SERIES
Receiver
Run 1000' (max.) of low
voltage wire to control
box from transformer.
(wire not included)
120 Volt Indoor
Transformer
(surge protector
not supplied)
PVC conduit (not included) to protect wire from lawn mowers and weed eaters.
Control Box with Battery
Power Cable
Closed Position Positive Stop Plate
Gate Bracket
Post Bracket Assembly
GTO/PRO 2000
Warning Sign
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - THE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER

©2000 GTO, Inc.RB923 rev - 08/01/01 AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATORFOR VEHICULAR SWING GATES3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303 Telepho

Page 2 - Converting Temperature

7IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWarning Signs and LabelsThese warning labels should be found at the locations specified below. If any of them are missi

Page 3 - Table of Contents

8GTO/PRO 2000 Series Swing Gate OperatorsThese Specifications are subject to change without notice.Technical SpecificationsDRIVE• Low friction screw d

Page 4 - Follow the Procedure Below:

9Hairpin Clip (1)1/2" x 11/4" Clevis Pin (1)3/8" x 11/2" Bolt (1)1/2"dia x 17/16" Metal Spacer (1)11/4"dia x 1/2&qu

Page 5

10Control Box and Electrical ComponentsSingle Gate Operator Parts ListOTHER MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED BEFORE YOU START THE INSTALLATION:Depending on the

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11Preparing the GateStep 1:The gate must be in proper working order, plumb, level and swinging freely on its hinges. Do not use wheels on gate. Thegat

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12Installing The Post Bracket AssemblyThe position of the post bracket determines the leverage ofthe operator and the clearance between the operator a

Page 8

13Step 6:Place the rounded ends of post pivot bracketsinside the post bracket. Align the holes in thepost pivot brackets with holes in the postbracket

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14IMPORTANT: Thin walled tube andpanel gates MUST be reinforced asshown to prevent damage to gate andoperator.Step 8:Position rear mount between post

Page 10 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15Step 10:Open the gate to the desired position (at least 10º and no greaterthan 110º). Position the operator so that the gate bracket justrests again

Page 11 - Technical Specifications

16Step 14:Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pinfrom the gate bracket and move thegate so that you can install the openposition stop post. Secure sto

Page 12 - 8" Nylon Cable Tie (14)

VEHICULAR GATE OPERATOR CLASS CATEGORIESResidential Vehicular Gate Operator-Class I: A vehicular gate operator (or system) intended for use in a homeo

Page 13 - Injury Or Death

17Step 15:Close the gate. Position the closed position stop plateon the end of the gate frame at mid-height. Extend thestop plate to make contact wit

Page 14 - Preparing the Gate

18Step 17Make sure the control box power switch is in the OFFposition. Unscrew and remove the control box cover andslide the battery into position wi

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19• The transformer is intended for indoor use. If the transformer can only be plugged into an outside electricaloutlet, a weatherproof housing or cov

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20Step 23:Feed the low voltage wires upward through the strain relief on thecontrol box. Pull 6" to 8" of wire into the control box and tigh

Page 17 - Hairpin Clip

21Step 25:Strip 1/2" off the ends of the low voltage wire and attach ends to the transformerterminals; red lead to RED, black lead to BLK.A dab o

Page 18 - Installing the Gate Bracket

22CONTROL BOARD SETTINGSThe four DIP switches on the control board match the operator with the type of gate on which it isinstalled. For example, gat

Page 19 - Step 13:

23PotentiometersThe three (3) potentiometers on the control board operate like a volume control on a radio. They controlthe auto close timer, inertia

Page 20 - Mounting the Control Box

242. Set the transmitter DIP SwitchesThere are nine (9) transmitter DIP switches; each of which can be placed in three differentpositions (+, 0, –).

Page 21 - Lock Nut

25Mounting the ReceiverUse the transmitter to check the range of the receiver before permanently mounting it.Consider the following when mounting the

Page 22 - Powering the System

26Step 29:Remove the rear cover of the operator to gain access to the limitswitches and the limit switch cams.Setting the Closed Position Limit Switch

Page 23 - Solar Zones and Gate Activity

Table of ContentsGate Operator Class Categories ----------------------------------------- inside front coverUnits and Standards Conversion Chart ----

Page 24 - Step 24:

27Step 31:Secure all bolts, nuts, and washers on the post bracket and gate bracket assemblies. Cut off the ends of the boltsextending beyond the tight

Page 25 - CONTROL BOARD SETTINGS

28Connecting Additional Safety DevicesThe GTO/PRO 2000 series operators are equipped with built-in obstruction sensitivity. These operators are desig

Page 26 - Potentiometers

29Compatible Safety DevicesSafety EdgesMiller Edge, Inc.MC-22ME-110 through 113ME-120ME-123MG-020MT-21 and 22MU-22Tapeswitch Corporation101-B and BMT1

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30Connecting AccessoriesThe ACCESSORY terminal block is the connection point for accessories such as push buttons, safety loops, intercoms, etc.The AC

Page 28 - Mounting the Receiver

31ClearanceOpen PositionClosed PositionDetermining The Mounting Position of The Post Bracket AssemblyPush-to-Open InstallationSwinging gates shall not

Page 29 - Step 30:

32Step PTO-4:Now go back and follow the instructions for the rest of the installation from Installing the Open and Closed Position Stops(see step 13-1

Page 30 - Step 32:

33Maintenance and Troubleshooting GuideMaintenance:• On all gates weighing 250 lb. or more, routinely grease the ball bearing hinges at least 4 times

Page 31 - 18VAC SOLAR

34The GTO, Inc. Technical Service Department is openMonday – Thursday 7:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M.and Friday 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. (Eastern Time)Telephone (

Page 32 - Compatible Safety Devices

35If the GTO gate operator system is not operating properly, please follow the steps below:1. First, check the Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide (

Page 33 - Connecting Accessories

36Column Installation Information12" MAXThe GTO/PRO 2000 and GTO/PRO 2200 can be mounted onany size column, but the gate hinge cannot be more tha

Page 34 - Push-to-Open Installation

1IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBecause automatic gate operators produce high levels of force, all system designers, installers, and consumers have anob

Page 35 - Step PTO-6:

37GTO/PRO 2200 Dual Gate SystemSecond Unit Parts ListClosed Position Stop PlateGate Operator with 50’ Power CablePost BracketPost Pivot Brackets (2)Ga

Page 36

38Step D1:Attach the closed positionstop plate vertically to theinside bottom of the gatethat will receive thesecond operator (for push-to-open, insta

Page 37 - A.M. – 5:30 P.M

39Step D3:Return to page 11, Single Gate Operator Installation, and repeat Step 1 through 15 to installthe second operator. This time in Step 15, howe

Page 38 - Warranty and Repair Service

40Step D-7:Cut slot into driveway and lay the 25 foot power cable for the second operator in this slot (see Illustration on page 38).NOTE: DO NOT atte

Page 39 - 12" MAX

41Your automatic gate operator system is configured for dual pull-to-open gates.FIRST OPERATOR OPENS FIRST,SECOND OPERATOR CLOSES FIRSTSEQ1 = OFF

Page 40 - GTO/PRO 2200 Dual Gate System

42GTO Entry Transmitter (RB741)The GTO Entry Transmitter, withadjustable code settings, is standardequipment with all GTO gateoperator systems. Batter

Page 41 - Installing The Second Unit

43ACCESS-oriesGTO Low Voltage Wire(RB509)The 16 gauge dual conductor, multi-stranded, direct burial low voltagewire is required to connect thecontrol

Page 42 - Second Operator Power Cable

44Replacement BatteriesRB500 – The standard 12 volt, 7.0 ampere-hour, maintenance-free battery forall GTO/PRO gate operators. This is the only battery

Page 43 - DIP Switches

45Installation Check listThe installation of this operator conforms to CLASS __________.The installer verifies that (each item except safety edges mus

Page 44 - SENS

2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFOR THE SYSTEM DESIGNERWARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death:1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.2. This operat

Page 45 - SECURITY GATE LOCK

3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIII. After Installation1. Review ALL safety instructions with the consumer/end user. Explain the basic operation and sa

Page 46 - ACCESS-ories

4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSecondary Means of Protection Against EntrapmentAs specified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL 325 (30A.1.1), automat

Page 47 - ACCESS -ories

5IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Consumer/End UserWARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death:1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.2. Distribute and d

Page 48 - Installation Check list

6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSInstall Warning SignsEntrapment ProtectionRequired Safety Precautions for Swing GatesWarning SignsThe warning signs (at

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