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SYSTEM DESIGNER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
▲ 1. Familiarize yourself with the precautions and warnings for the installer.
Users are relying on your design to provide a safe installation.
▲ 2. The operator is supplied with a primary obstruction sensing entrapment
protection system. The installation must also have a secondary
entrapment protection system installed, such as photoelectric sensors or
an electric edge system.
▲ 3. When designing a system that will be entered from a highway or main
thoroughfare be sure the system is placed far enough away from the road
to eliminate traffic backup. Distance from the road, size of the gate, usage
levels, and gate cycle/speed must be considered to eliminate potential
traffic hazards.
▲ 4. The majority of injuries from slide gate operator systems occur with Open
Roller or Ornamental Grille Type Gates. We strongly recommend the
use of roller guards. The illustrations and descriptive captions found on
the following pages provide precautions to help eliminate injuries or
fatalities. Familiarize yourself with them when designing the total system.
▲ 5. Design the gate system so a person cannot reach through the gate to
operate any controls. Never place controls on the gate operator itself.
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INSTALLER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INSTALLATION
▲ 1. Check to see that the operator is proper for this type and size of gate
and its frequency of use. If you are not sure, consult factory.
▲ 2. Check to see that there are no structures adjacent to the area, which
may pose a risk of entrapment when gate is opening or closing.
▲ 3. You must ensure that the gate has been properly installed and works
freely in both directions. Replace or service any worn or damaged gate
hardware prior to installation. A freely moving gate will require less
force to operate and enhance the performance of the operator as well
as the safety devices used within the system.
▲ 4. Install the gate operator on the inside of the property and/or fence line.
DO NOT install an operator on the public side of the gate.
▲ 5. Severe injury or death can result from entrapment by a gate. The
operator is supplied with an obstruction sensing primary entrapment
protection system. Additional safety equipment such as electric edges
or photocell sensors must be installed to provide the required
secondary entrapment protection system. For assistance in selecting
the correct type of safety equipment, consult the factory.
▲ 6. Review the operation of the unit and become familiar with the manual
disconnect mechanism and safety features of the system.
▲ 7. You must install a pushbutton control or key switch to allow for normal
operation of the gate if the automatic controls do not work. Locate the
push button or key switch and small warning placard within sight of the
gate in a secured area at least 10 feet or more from the gate and fence
to keep users away from the moving gate and fence.
▲ 8. Outdoor or easily accessed gate controls should be of the security type
to prohibit unauthorized use.
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