GTO mighty mule catalog User Manual
Mighty Mule
Receiver
Mighty Mule
Gate Openers
Pedestrian
Gate
Mighty Mule
Control Box
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GATE OPERATOR SAFETY
• ALL GTO operators are
system certified by ETL to
meet or exceed current
system certified by ETL to
meet or exceed current
UL325 safety requirements.
• Compatible with ALL types
of safety devices (contact
or non contact)
of safety devices (contact
or non contact)
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ACCESSORIES
FOR GATE OPENERS
FM500 Standard Components:
Mighty Mule Heavy Duty Single Gate Opener
FM500
SINGLE
FM500
FM502 Standard Components:
Mighty Mule Heavy Duty Dual Gate Opener
FM502
DUAL
FM502
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Gate Length
Number of Cycles Per Day
Mighty Mule 500 Gate Capacity /Cycle Chart
Estimated number of daily cycles, based on use with a transformer and one(1) 12 Volt battery.
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850 lbs. (385.6 kg)
750 lbs. (340.2 kg)
650 lbs. (294.8 kg)
550 lbs. (249.5 kg)
450 lbs. (204.1 kg)
350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
250 lbs. (113.4 kg)
150 lbs. (68 kg)
100 lbs. (45.4 kg)
50 lbs. (22.7 kg)
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6’
(1.8 m)
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8’ (2.4 m)
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10’ (3.1 m)
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12’ (3.7 m)
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14’ (4.3 m)
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16’ (4.9 m)
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18’ (5.5 m)
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Gate Length
Number of Cycles Per Day
Mighty Mule 502 Gate Capacity /Cycle Chart
Estimated number of daily cycles, based on use with a transformer and one(1) 12 Volt battery.
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8’ (2.4 m)
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10’ (3.1 m)
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12’ (3.7 m)
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14’ (4.3 m)
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850 lbs. (385.6 kg)
750 lbs. (340.2 kg)
650 lbs. (294.8 kg)
550 lbs. (249.5 kg)
450 lbs. (204.1 kg)
350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
250 lbs. (113.4 kg)
150 lbs. (68 kg)
100 lbs. (45.4 kg)
50 lbs. (22.7 kg)
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*(NR) NOT RECOMMENDED
Mighty Mule® Heavy Duty Gate Openers
(FM500/FM502) will handle gates
up to 18 ft. (5.49 m.) in length or weighing up to 850 lbs. (384.55 kg.) Per gate leaf.
FM500/FM502 FEATURES:
• Commercial Grade Soft Start/Soft Stop, extends life of the gate opener.
• Easy to install low-voltage system, no electrician required.
• Gate Types: Chain link, tube, ornamental, aluminum, panel, wood and vinyl. • Designed for gates that open into or away from the prop er ty.
• Provides up to 225 cycles per day (using trans form er) for FM500.
• Provides up to 225 cycles per day (using trans form er) for FM500.
• Built in adjustable auto-close option with alarm.
• Dual model FM502 provides up to 115 cycles per day (using trans form er).
• Solar compatible (10 Watt minimum for FM502 & 5 Watt for FM500).
• One single gate opener
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Control box (includes battery)
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Installation video
• Warning signs (2)
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Control box (includes battery)
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Installation video
• Warning signs (2)
18 Month Limited Warranty
• Two openers for dual gates
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Control box (includes battery)
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Installation video
• Warning signs (4)
• One entry transmitter
• Installation hardware
• Control box (includes battery)
• Receiver
• Installation manual
• Plug-in transformer
• Installation video
• Warning signs (4)
18 Month Limited Warranty
Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock (FM145)
Designed for horizontal use on “walk-thru” gates. The Bulldog is an affordable
solution for protecting swimming pool areas, playgrounds, tennis courts, boat
docks, etc., from unwanted access. Can be used with the digital keypad (FM137
or FM136) and is solar compatible.
Automatic Gate Lock (FM143)
A MUST for added security. Unlocks and locks automatically as gates open
and close. Used with Mighty Mule systems for maximum stability and security.
Comes with a keyed manual release. Recommended for gates over 8 ft. (2.4
m) long. Ideal for animal enclosures or high wind areas. (Not compatible with
FM250, MM-SL1000B/MMSL2000B)
Pin Lock (FM133)
The Pin Lock is a substitute for the clevis pin at the front mounting point of all
models of SWING Mighty Mule gate openers and the chains of the Mighty Mule
SLIDE Gate Openers to help prevent theft of the opener.
Replacement Transformer (RB570)
For models: FM500/FM502/FM350. This is the standard 18 Volt AC
transformer that is included with all Mighty Mule gate openers and is
designed for maintaining battery backup.
For models FM700/702, use transformer (RB566).
Replacement Battery (FM150), (FM152)
For models: FM500/FM502, FM700/FM702, use (FM150) which is a
standard 12 Volt, 7.0 amp-hour, maintenance-free battery for the Mighty
Mule® gate opener systems. For model FM250, use (FM152) which is a
standard 12 Volt, 1.2 amp-hour, for the FM250 gate opener system and
the Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock (FM145). For model FM350 please
use a 12 Volt marine or automotive battery that is not provided in kit.
Solar Panel 5 Watt (FM121) or 10 Watt (FM123)
The solar panel is for use for up to 30 Watts of solar charging power for
Mighty Mule® models FM350, FM500 and FM502. Each solar panel
comes with tu bu lar steel support, mounting clips, wire con nec tors, and
8 ft. of Low Volt age Wire. (RB509) (Not compatible FM250)
NOTE: Dual gates require a minimum of 10 Watts.
Low Voltage Wire (RB509)
Low Voltage Wire (RB509)
The 16 gauge, multi-stranded, dual conductor Low Voltage Wire is for
con nect ing the AC powered transformer, or the solar panel to the
control board. Also used for the connection of accessories, such as
automatic gate lock (FM143), digital keypad (FM137,FM136), Push Button
(FM132) and other wired control devices. This specially de signed wire
is UV treated, PVC coated and ready for direct burial.
Available in 1000 ft. (304.8 m) rolls or special lengths.
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Single Button Entry Transmitter (FM135)
The Mighty Mule entry transmitter includes a visor clip and has
ad just able code settings. This is the standard transmitter included
in every Mighty Mule gate opener kit. (Battery is in cluded)
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Dual Button Key Chain Transmitter (FM134)
This transmitter is the same as Mighty Mule entry transmitter with
the addition of a key chain and a second button. Both buttons
are programable to control multiple gate openers on different
gates and / or garage door openers. (see Garage Door Receiver)
(Battery is in cluded)
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Triple Button Transmitter (RB743)
The three buttons on this transmitter are programmable to control
multiple gate openers on different gates , and / or garage door
openers. (see Garage Door Receiver) (Battery is in cluded)
Garage Door Receiver (RB709)
The garage door receiver allows you to use the same Mighty Mule
entry transmitter that is standard with your Mighty Mule gate
opener kit or optional transmitters (see dual and triple transmitters)
to operate multiple gate openers and / or garage door openers.
Compatible with most garage door openers.
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Wireless Intercom/Keypad (FM136)
This versatile digital intercom with keypad system is ideal for any
residential application, alerting you of visitors and allowing gate
operator activation from the safety of inside your home. The
intercom provides superior range with crystal clear two-way
communication up to 500 ft. (152.4 m) wireless or 1,000 ft.
(304.8 m) wired.
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Push Button Control (FM132)
Unlit doorbell button for remote entry or exit control. Wire this
control directly to the control board. Uses 16 gauge multi-stranded,
dual conductor Low Voltage Wire. (RB509)
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Digital Keypad (FM137)
The digital key pad can be easily installed as a wireless or
wired keypad. It can be programmed to use up to twenty-fi ve
different personal identifi cation number (PIN) codes. This used
in combination with the Mighty Mule automatic gate lock (see
automatic gate lock) adds an additional layer of security for your
property.
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Gate Opening Sensor (FM138)
The gate opening sensor is an electromagnetic sensor, which offers
'hands free' operation of the Mighty Mule Gate Opener with a 12
ft. (3.7 m) radius of detection of vehicles in motion.
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ENTRY / EXIT ACCESSORIES
Push to Open Bracket (FM148) for models: FM500/FM502/FM350
(FM149) for models: FM700/FM702 Required when a Mighty Mule gate opener(s)
must push a gate open, such as on a sloping driveway or where space prevents
gate(s) from opening into the property (pulled open). (Order two brackets for
a dual swing gate installation. Not compatible with FM250)
Column Mount Lock Receiver (433IH)
Column Mount Lock Receiver (433IH)
For mounting the automatic gate lock (FM143) or the Bulldog Pedestrian Gate
Lock (FM145) on brick columns, walls, or for other applications with limited
space between gate and post. (Not compatible with FM250)
POWERING ACCESSORIES
LOCKING ACCESSORIES
HARDWARE ACCESSORIES
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Do-It-Yourself
GATE OPENERS