Installation of Mounting Hardware
The position of the post bracket determines the leverage and efficiency of the opener. The post bracket position also sets the clearance between the opener and gate in the open and closed positions (minimum 2 inches for safety reasons).
The curved design of the post bracket works well for installations on round and square fence posts. Because the post bracket carries the entire thrust of the active opener, bolts that completely penetrate the fence post must be used.
On wooden posts, place a metal plate or washer (not supplied) between the nuts and the fence post to prevent the thrust of the opener from pulling the bolts and washers out of the wood.
NOTE: A fence post smaller than 6" in diameter or 6" square should be made of metal instead of wood so that it will remain stable while the opener is moving the gate.
Larger than 6" diameter post
Center of Gate Hinge
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Post
Post Bracket
Bracket
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Post | Pivot Bracket |
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On round posts of 6" diameter or larger, the post pivot bracket may not be necessary for the installation. In this instance, the two post brackets are mounted by themselves.
IMPORTANT:
We strongly recommend using steel pipe, wood or metal to reinforce thin walled tube gates or wood to reinforce panel gates as shown. These reinforcement methods will prevent damage to the opener and gate when the opener is installed.
Recommended Reinforcement Examples
Steel Pipe Cut in Half
(not supplied)
Gate Bracket
Gate Bracket
Panel Gate 
Gate Bracket
1" x 6" Wood Reinforcement
Thin Walled Tube Gate | Wood or Metal |
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