GTO PRO SL-1000 User Manual

AUTOMATIC GATE OPERATOR
FOR VEHICULAR SLIDE GATES
INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR THE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER
3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303
Telephone (800) 543-GATE or (850) 575-0176 • Fax (850) 575-8912 • www.gtoinc.com
DO NOT INSTALL THIS OPERATOR WITHOUT SAFETY EDGES AND ROLLER GUARDS!
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.
WARNING!
• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY before attempting installation
and use; failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
• This unit must only be installed by an experienced technician!
• Operator power must be disconnected before servicing!
• This gate operator produces a high level of force. Stay clear of the unit
while it is operating and exercise caution at all times.
RB270 rev - 09/25/01
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Chain
Safety Edge
Roller Guard
Receiver
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Roller Guard
Safety Edge
CAUTION
AUTOMATIC GATE
STAND CLEAR
1-800-543-GATE
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Operator
PRO-SL-2000
(REQUIRED)
(REQUIRED)
Safety Edge
(REQUIRED)
(REQUIRED)
(REQUIRED)
Use PVC Conduit 
(not included)
Run 1000' (max.) of low
voltage wire to control
box from transformer
(wire not included).
120 Volt Indoor
Transformer
(Surge Protector
not supplied)
Roller Guard
(REQUIRED)
Chain Bracket
Chain Bracket
for power cables.
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1. KEEP CLEAR! Gate may move at any time.
2. Do not allow children to operate gate or
play in gate area.
3. This gate is for vehicles only. Pedestrians
must use a separate entrance.
Moving Gate Can Cause
Injury Or Death
WARNING
!

GTO PRO SL-1000 Specifications

General

Brand	GTO
Model	PRO SL-1000
Category	Gate Opener
Language	English

Summary

Gate Operator Classifications and Conversions

Vehicular Gate Operator Class Categories

Classifies gate operators for residential, commercial, industrial, and restricted access applications.

Conversion Chart

Provides metric to English and temperature conversion factors for installation.

Important Safety Instructions

Manual Gate Operation

Step-by-step procedure for manually opening and closing the gate.

Safety for System Designers

Safety considerations for designing gate operator systems.

Safety for Installers

Safety precautions specifically for the installation process.

Entrapment Protection Measures

Details secondary safety systems to prevent entrapment.

Entrapment Alarm

Explains the function of the audio entrapment alarm.

Consumer/End User Safety

Safety guidelines for individuals operating or near the gate.

Gate Safety Precautions

Specific safety precautions for gate installation and use.

Warning Labels and Operator Markings

Identifies critical warning labels and their locations on the operator.

Technical Specifications

SL-1000 Series Specifications

Details the drive, power, control, and operational capacity of the SL-1000.

SL-2000 Series Specifications

Details the drive, power, control, and operational capacity of the SL-2000.

Parts Identification

Single Gate Operator Installation

Gate Preparation and Overview

Ensures gate is ready for operator installation and shows overview diagram.

Wiring, Conduit, and Mounting

Covers recommended wiring, conduit use, and mounting the operator legs.

Chain Installation and Power Setup

Details installing the drive chain and connecting the system power.

Safety Devices and Housing Attachment

Covers connecting safety devices and attaching the operator housing.

Control Board Configuration

DIP Switches

Explains how to set DIP switches for gate operation modes.

Potentiometers

Describes adjustment of auto-close, inertia, and obstruction sensitivity.

Receiver and Transmitter Setup

Covers connecting the receiver and programming the transmitter code.

Limit Switch Adjustment

Guides on adjusting open and closed position limit switches.

Accessory Connection

Details connecting external accessories like keypads and safety loops.

Dual Gate System Installation

Dual Gate System Overview

Introduces dual gate installation and parts for the second operator.

Second Operator Wiring and Control Settings

Details wiring the second operator and setting dual gate control logic.

Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Support

Maintenance Procedures

Outlines routine maintenance for the gate operator.

Trouble Shooting Guide

Provides solutions for common operational issues.

Warranty and Repair Service

Information on product warranty and how to obtain service.

Installation Check List