What type of gates can the opener be used on?
The Zareba Automatic Gate Opener is intended for use with vehicular swing gates. The gates can be vinyl, chain link, metal, or wood gates (solid wood gates are not recommended as wind resistance may be an issue). The opener can be used in Class I, II, III and IV applications, including residential/single family dwelling or parking areas, commercial buildings or multi-family dwellings, industrial or factory loading dock areas, and restricted access or guarded industrial locations.
What types of alarms and warnings are available with the Zareba Automatic Gate Opener?
The Zareba Automatic Gate Opener is designed to stop and reverse direction within two seconds of sensing an obstruction. In addition the opener sounds an audible alarm if the unit incurs an obstruction twice while opening or closing. You may also choose to have the gate opener sound an alarm every time it starts moving.
What additional safety devices are available?
Zareba Systems recommends using additional safety devices to assure gate sensitivity. Safety devices such as contact sensors (safety edge) or non-contact sensors (photoelectric) may be connected into the control box.
Contact sensors are located on the edges of the gate and are also referred to as "safety edges." Activating a properly installed contact sensor while the gate is moving causes the gate to stop and reverse within two seconds.
Non-contact sensors (photoelectric beams) enhance safety by monitoring the path of the safety beam when the gate is closing. An obstruction in the path of the safety beam reverses the gate to the fully open position.
Safety Checklist
- Ensure that the gate and gate opener installation comply with applicable local codes.
- Never let children operate or play with gate controls. Keep the remote control away from children. Do not let children play in or near the gate area.
- Always keep people and objects away from the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.
- Test the gate operator monthly. The gate MUST reverse on contact with a rigid object or stop when an object activates a non-contact sensor.
- Keep gates properly maintained. Have a qualified service person make repairs to gate hardware if needed.
- The Automatic Gate Opener is for vehicle entrances only. Pedestrians must us a separate entrance.
- Contact local fire and law enforcement to arrange emergency access procedures.
- Use caution with moving parts to avoid injuring fingers or hands.
- Never activate your gate opener until you ensure that the area is clear of people, pets or other obstructions. Watch the gate until it stops.
- Do not drive through the gate until it stops completely.
