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10
POST MOUNTING (SL585 AND SL595)
RETRO-FIT INSTALLATION
The operators come from the factory configured to mount to an
inside the frame post mount dimension of 26" (outside to outside
of posts). The frame comes slotted to accommodate posts 24
1/8" to 26", outside to outside (Figure 1).
NOTE: If you are replacing a SL580, the frame will require
adjustment to 24 1/8".
Figure 1
Post to Post Adjustment
24 1/8" (61 cm)
26" (66 cm)
8.5" (21.6 cm)
Ground Level
Depth As Required By
Local Codes or Below
Frost Line
14" (35.6 cm) Min.
Gate
Outside To Outside
Fence Line
26" (66 cm)
6" (15.2 cm)
End Post
3" (7.6 cm) Outside
Diameter Heavy
Wall Fence Pipe
SL585 ONLY
Figure 2
NEW INSTALLATION (FIGURES 2 AND 3)
1. Locate and anchor two posts made of 3" (7.6 cm) outer
diameter heavy walled pipe. Posts should be parallel and
square to the gate.
2. Locate electrical conduit, as required, prior to pouring
concrete.
3. Secure operator to posts using four 3" (7.6 cm) U-bolts and
hardware provided.
8.5" (21.6 cm)
Ground Level
Depth As Required By
Local Codes or Below
Frost Line
39" (99.1 cm) Min.
Gate
Inside to inside
Fence Line
6" (15.2 cm)
End Post
3" (7.6 cm) Outside
Diameter Heavy
Wall Fence Pipe
SL595 ONLY
24"
(61 cm)
Figure 3
3" (7.6 cm)
U-bolt
(4 required)
Drive and Idler
Sprocket Toward
Gate Side
12" (30.5 cm) Minimum
From Ground
Power and Control
Wiring Should Be Run
In Separate Conduit
SL595 ONLY
Figure 3
3" (7.6 cm) U-bolt
(4 required)
Power and Control
Wiring Should Be Run In
Separate Conduit
Drive and Idler
Sprocket Toward
Gate Side
Angle
Bracket
Figure 2