Mighty Mule FM350 - Manual (Page 20)

16 rev 07.16.12
Installing the Post Bracket Assembly and Gate Bracket
Step 1
Mark reference points for bolt holes on the fence post
through middle of bracket slots. Mark reference points
for bolt holes on the gate cross member through middle
of gate bracket slots. Marking reference points in this
manner allows room for adjustment when mounting the
post bracket assembly and gate bracket. After marking
your reference points, remove the opener and brackets
from the fence and gate.
Step 2
Drill 3 / 8 " holes into fence post as marked.
Step 3
Fasten post bracket assembly to the fence post using
(4)
3 / 8 " x 8" bolts, washers, lock washers, and nuts
(provided).
NOTE: In cases where the fence post has a diameter
larger than 6", threaded rods or carriage bolts longer
than 8" (not supplied) must be used.
Step 4
Drill 3 / 8 " holes into the gate cross
member as marked. Mount gate
bracket using (2)
3 / 8 " x 2 3 / 4 " bolts,
washers, lock washers, and nuts
(provided).
Gate Bracket Mounting Examples
Round Tube & Chain Link Gate
Square Tube Gate
Mounting Plate
Created for
Decorative Gate
(required but not
supplied)
Remove excess bolt length
with hacksaw or bolt cutters
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
Round Metal Post
Round Wood Post
Square Metal Post
Square Wood Post
SIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
EXAMPLES
Post Bracket
Assembly
Mark fence post through
middle of bracket slots
and drill 3/8" holes
Gate In Open Position
LEVEL horizontal cross member
Mark cross member through middle of
gate bracket slots and drill 3/8" holes