Controlled Products Systems Group 9100-080 - Manual (Page 19)

1.3.2 Post Mounted Operators
Post mounting can be used when the operator will be installed in any of the three mounting positions,
and must be used if the operator is to be center mounted.
1. Post mounting the operator requires
the use of an operator base plate
(P/N 2600-418) and two (2) 4 X 4
steel post (not supplied) welded to
the base plate as shown in figure 7.
The length of the steel post and the
depth of the pad are determined by
soil conditions and local code
requirements. We suggest that you
contact the local building department
to determine the required depth of
the pad since soil conditions and
code requirements vary from city to
city.
4.5
1.5
Gate
4 x 4 Steel Post
(not supplied)
Base Plate
P/N 2600-418
Figure 7
2. After the posts have been welded to
the base plate to form the mounting plate assembly, construct a form for the assembly
according to the specifications in figure 8.
3. Position the mounting plate assembly into the form. Be sure that the base plate is a
minimum of four (4) inches above ground level. Set conduits, reinforcing bars and/or wire
mesh if required. The number of conduits is determined by the application requirements.
We suggest using a minimum of four (4) conduits. 1-High voltage power lines; 2-Low
voltage control lines; 3-Loop lead-in wires (open loop); 4-Loop lead-in wires (reverse
loops). See SECTION 2. Set additional conduits as required for your application.
NOTE: If conduits are not set in the pad, they can be routed to a J box where
connections to the operator can be made after it is installed. There are three (3) ½-inch
knockouts and one (1) ¾-inch knockout on each side of the operator for this purpose.
IMPORTANT!! Be sure that the mounting plate is level and parallel with the gate.
4. Secure the mounting plate assembly in the form. Mix the concrete according to the
manufacturers instructions. Pour the mixture into the form and tamp. Level and finish the
surface after pouring is complete.
5. Allow the pad to cure for 48 hours before removing the forms or mounting the operator.
Depth of pad
determined by
soil conditions
and local code.
12 20
Conduits
4 inch
minimum
Figure 8
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