Biltek SL600ACL - Base Installation

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1. Use the horizontal mounting plate (I) to
brace the two vertical mounting plates (J) as
shown. Use the M6×20 bolts (N), spring (U)
andatwashers(S),andnuts(Q)toconnect
the plates so that both vertical plates face
inwards on top and the large holes for the
foundation bolts face out.
2. If the area beside your gate already has
concrete 10 inches (25 cm) or deeper, you
can attempt to secure this base into it with
your drill and suitable fasteners.
If not, dig a hole about 20 inches across, 14
inches wide, and 8 in. deep (50×35×20 cm)
in the location you have selected for your
gate opener. This hole should be located so
the motor will be at least one foot (30 cm)
inside where the nearest chain bracket will
be attached to the gate.
Base Installation
Your motor MUST be rmly secured for safe use. Do not attempt to use it loose or only
secured to thin pavement.
3. Prepareaformboxwiththesamedimensionsandtitintothehole.Nonstickspraycanbe
used to minimize moisture absorption and ease its future removal.
4. Fill the form with concrete. You will need a minimum of 1.25 cubic feet (35 L) of concrete,
equivalent to about three standard 60 lb. bags or a little more than two standard 80 lb. bags.
A metal wire or cage frame can be added near the sides to further reinforce your concrete
foundation.
5. If you will be feeding your power and signal cables through PVC pipe, adjust them as needed
while the concrete is still wet.
6. Insert the four M8 foundation bolts (K) as
shown. Remember to allow for the additional
2 inches (5 cm) or so that the chain gears
will need between the nearest foundation
bolts and the gate. It is recommended to
coat the bolts with a protective solution to
minimize corrosion during their time in the
wet concrete and afterward.
7. Level the upper surface of the concrete.
8. Wait at least 24 hours for the concrete to set, protecting the area from any rain or other
weather as needed.
9. Remove the form box from around the concrete and pack the soil tightly back into place.
Adjusttheconcreteandsurroundingdirtasneededtoensureitissnugglyt,rmlypositioned,
and completely level.
If you ever subsequently notice the gate opener rocking with the concrete during use, add
additional concrete or further secure the base as needed.
10. FixthebaseontothefoundationboltsusingtheM8spring(V)andatwashers(T)andnuts(R).
Use additional washers as needed to keep the base completely level.
Foundation Bolt
Concrete
Power Line