1
Mount the operator motor to the gate with
clamps to check a suitable location. The operator is the part from the gate
motor installation kit in charge of physically opening and closing the gate.
Choose a location near the bottom of the gate and screw the operator on the
gate with screws from the installation kit and a Phillips or flat-head
screwdriver. The swing
gate operator has pre-drilled screw holes.
2
Set the limits of opening and closing your
gate. Close the gate and push the button on the gate motor to set the closed
position. Open the gate all the way to set its open position, again by pushing
a button.
3
Connect the wiring from the operator motor
with the wires from the electric terminal.
4
Plug in the swing gate motor's
transformer in at the nearest power source. The transformer doesn't have to be
near the motor, but it has to be weatherproof. Cover it with a plastic plug
cover.
5
Connect the transformer to the gate motor
by running the wires through a shallow track in the soil or even above the
ground.
6
Set up the initiator for the gate opening.
This part depends on whether you will have a pressure plate, infrared signal or
a remote control. Set the pressure plate 10 to 15 feet from the gate. The
pressure plate must be installed according to specific instructions in the
installation kit, because it depends on the model. If you have an optical
detection device, mount it about 10 feet from the gate, on a recommended
height. Make sure to secure the device in place and protect it from atmospheric
conditions. If you have a remote control, program it following the
manufacturer's instructions.
7
Turn the power on to test your gate opening
motor.