Controlled Products Systems Group 222X383 - Manual (Page 11)

Installation and Maintenance Manual
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D0119, Rev. F
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Important Information – Review before Installation
Automatic gate operators provide convenience and security to users. However, because these machines can
produce high levels of force it is important that all gate operator system designers, installers and end users be
aware of the potential hazards associated with improperly designed, installed or maintained systems. Keep in
mind that the gate operator is only one component of the total gate operating system. It is the joint
responsibility of the specifier, designer, purchaser, installer and end user to verify that the total system is
appropriately configured for its intended use. All parties should be informed that entrapment in a moving gate
could cause serious injury or death.
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Important Instructions for Gate System Designers & Installers:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, read and follow all instructions in the gate
operator handbook and on the warning labels.
Install an Automatic Gate Operator only When:
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The entry is configured for vehicular use only. Pedestrians must be directed
to a separate walk-through entrance. The Warning signs that have been
supplied with this operator must be installed in a manner clearly visible on
both sides of the gate.
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All openings of a horizontal slide gate are guarded or screened, from the
bottom of the gate to a minimum of 4 feet (1.2 m) height above the ground, to
prevent a sphere 2 ¼ inches (57 mm) in diameter from passing through an
opening anywhere in the gate or the portion of the adjacent fence that is
covered in the open position.
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All exposed pinch points, rollers and wheels are guarded. To reduce the risk
of entrapment, the gate must also be installed so that enough clearance is
provided between the gate and adjacent structures both when opening and
closing. Minimize the parallel gap between the gate and the fence.
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The gate has been constructed with physical stops to prevent over-travel in
both directions and has guard posts that prevent the gate from falling in the
event of a roller failure.
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Review and meet all ASTM F-2200 and UL 325 automated gate system
standards.
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Entrapment
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Pinch Point