GTO PRO SL-2000 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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CAUTION
AUTOMATIC 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-2000 Specifications

General

Model	GTO PRO SL-2000
Type	Slide Gate Opener
Gate Weight Capacity	1000 lbs
Gate Length Capacity	30 ft
Drive	Chain
Power Supply	120 VAC
Maximum Gate Length	30 ft
Remote Control	Yes
Safety Features	Obstruction Detection

Summary

GTO PRO Automatic Gate Operator Installation

Vehicular Gate Operator Class Categories

Class I: Residential Use

Operator for home use, one-to-four single-family dwelling.

Class II: Commercial/General Access

Operator for commercial locations serving the general public.

Class III: Industrial/Limited Access

Operator for industrial locations not servicing the general public.

Class IV: Restricted Access

Operator for guarded industrial locations with restricted access.

Important Safety Instructions: General

Manual Gate Operation Procedure

Procedure for manually operating the gate, including chain disconnection.

Installer Safety Guidelines

Pre-Installation Safety Checks

Pre-installation checks and safety requirements for installers.

During Installation Safety Precautions

Safety precautions to follow during the gate operator installation process.

Post-Installation Safety Instructions

Secondary Entrapment Protection and Alarms

Consumer/End User Safety Guidance

Gate Safety Requirements

Warning Labels and Placement Overview

Additional Warning Label Details

SL-1000 Series Technical Specifications

SL-1000 Drive System

Motor and gear reduction details for the SL-1000.

SL-1000 Power System

Battery, transformer, and power source details for the SL-1000.

SL-1000 Control System

Details on the control board, receiver, and settings for the SL-1000.

SL-1000 Operational Capacity

Information on gate weight limits and cycle capacity for the SL-1000.

SL-2000 Series Technical Specifications

SL-2000 Drive System

Motor and gear reduction details for the SL-2000.

SL-2000 Power System

Battery, transformer, and power source details for the SL-2000.

SL-2000 Control System

Details on the control board, receiver, and settings for the SL-2000.

SL-2000 Operational Capacity

Information on gate weight limits and cycle capacity for the SL-2000.

Gate Operator Parts Identification

Single Gate Operator Installation Guide

Gate Preparation for Installation

Ensures the gate is properly installed and moves freely before operator installation.

Operator Installation Overview

Illustrates the basic setup of a single gate installation with safety features.

Wiring and Conduit Installation

Mounting Operator Legs

Instructions for mounting the operator's legs using provided hardware.

Determining Operator Mounting Position

Operator Mounting and Leveling

Procedures for placing and leveling the operator before concrete curing.

Chain Installation Procedure

Powering the Gate Operator System

Connecting the System Battery

Details on properly connecting the system's battery.

Installing the GTO Transformer

Guidance on plugging in and wiring the GTO transformer.

Transformer Installation and Solar Power

GTO Transformer Wiring Steps

Connecting Transformer to Control Board

Control Board DIP Switch Configuration

Control Board Potentiometer Adjustments

Receiver and Transmitter Setup

Connecting Receiver to Control Board

Guide to wiring the receiver cable to the control board.

Setting Personal Transmitter Code

Procedure for programming a unique code for the gate operator transmitter.

Receiver Mounting and Transmitter Programming

Optimal Receiver Mounting

Guidelines for optimally positioning and mounting the receiver.

Adjusting Gate Limit Switches

Connecting Safety Devices to Control Board

Compatible Safety Devices List

Connecting Gate Operator Accessories

Attaching Operator Housing and Warning Signs

Gate Operator Maintenance Procedures

Troubleshooting Common Gate Operator Issues

System Test Specifications Overview

Warranty and Repair Service Information

Dual Gate System Installation Introduction

Dual Gate System Installation Steps

Second Gate Operator Parts and Hardware

Lists the components and hardware specific to the auxiliary gate operator.

Preparing Gates for Dual System Installation

Wiring the Second Gate Operator

Setting Control Board for Dual Gates

Dual Gate DIP Switch Settings

Explanation of DIP switch settings for SNGL/DUAL, SEQ1, and SEQ2.

Dual Gate Sequencing and Limit Adjustments

Available Gate Operator Accessories

Additional Accessories and Solar Power Options

Replacement Parts and Batteries

Installation Check List for Installers