Showing posts with label Gates. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gates. Show all posts

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Mighty Mule FM200 Gate Opener For Single Gates Up to 12-Feet Long and 300-Pounds
This Mighty Mule light-duty swing gate opener lets you avoid getting out of your vehicle (or off your horse) to close or open your gate. Designed for use with pull to open gates that open into the property up to 12 ft.L and 300 lbs. Length (ft.): 12, Capacity (lbs.): 300, Application: Swing gate opener, Works With: Light-duty gates
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

Seems to be alright.
This is the cheap low end model, doesn't get much worse then this for gate openers... and it works fine! This model is good for the light weight ranch tube gates. Make certain your gate is in perfect shape, do NOT buy any opener unless you have a well installed functioning gate.

I gave four stars because I couldn't program the "Stop Limit" function (this is how the gate knows to stop when it's perfectly closed). Customer Service told me that this is a common problem and you need to make sure you have a good distance between the control box and power arm. I stretched it out as much as I could, and it still didn't work. So I re-mounted the hardware to close perfectly with the factory settings (since I couldn't change them) and it worked great. Maybe try this the first time if you buy one in case you have the same problem as me (they say it's common).

With that said, it's been four months of absolutely perfect operating and this includes the keypad entry and...

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Follow up Review - Needs Improvement and Customer Service of GTO is terrible!
This is our second opener from GTO. The first (model FM350) we purchased 8 years ago. It did not work out of the box and after a week of constantly calling GTO, without reaching anything but an answering machine on their non-toll free tech line, I finally managed to speak with somebody and get a replacement unit sent out. This unit worked well with little trouble until last year. I looked for a replacement and found this model at a much lower price than the FM350. I was surprised to find that it was not a direct replacement for the FM350 and its installation was entirely different from the FM350. It also seemed to be the FM350's very tiny cousin.

It worked for 60 days and gave up the ghost. Based on my previous problems reaching GTO on the telephone 8 years ago, I was hoping things had changed. I called the toll free number on the opener and, as 8 years ago, was told to call a non-toll free number for tech support. Once again a call was made and a message left. The...
Mighty Mule FM200 Electric Gate Opener
Instructions are poorly written and hard to follow.

Getting the mechanical hardware installed with the correct dimensions and geometry is moderately difficult even with the instructions provided.

The wiring diagram for the FM200 model is NOT included in the multi-model installation manual provided with it.

Telephone support - Several times required waiting up to half an hour on hold. This telephone support is available only during extended business hours Monday thru Friday.

Tech Support representatives were helpful, patient and effective when contacted.

The wiring and cables and control box are lightweight and easily subject to vandalism and weathering.
Mighty Mule FM200 Gate Opener For Single Gates Up to 12-Feet Long and 300-Pounds Mighty Mule FM200 Gate Opener For Single Gates Up to 12-Feet Long and 300-Pounds
Product Features :
  • Designed for gates up to 12-feet long and 300-pounds
  • Designed for optimum solar performance with 5-watt solar panel
  • Works with an automotive or marine battery which optimizes performance in cold weather (battery not included)
  • Easy to install, includes all necessary mounting hardware and detailed installation manual, designed for the "Do-It-Yourself-er"
  • Backed by the 12-month Mighty Mule warranty

Rating : 3.4
List Price : $275.00

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Friday, February 1, 2013

Mighty Mule FM350 Automatic Gate Opener For Light Duty Single Swing Gates
The FM350 Automatic Gate Opener is designed for swing gates weighing up to 550 lbs. or up to 16ft. long. This is an ideal gate opener for chain link, vinyl and tube gates in light wind environments. The 1-pc. design includes the control board and operator arm all in one unit, and it is very easy to install. This unit is solar compatible, which makes it ideal for rural environments.

This opener requires an automotive or marine-style battery and weather-proof case (not included). Application: Swing gate opener, Works With: Medium-duty gates
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

Having problems but still like the product; REALLY like buying from Amazon.com!
I ordered this item to replace another Mighty Mule gate opener that failed when it was struck by lightning.

This unit wants to jam on a regular basis when using the remote control. If you try to open the gate, then close it too quickly, it jams and you have to get out of your vehicle and manually reset the unit. I plan to call GTO and get the unit replaced or upgraded under the warranty.

Having said all that, I have nothing but praise for Amazon and the seller that sold me this unit. They did exactly what they promised when they promised.

Would I recommend another GTO gate opener? Sure; I probably got that one-in-a-thousand units that has a glitch or some other minor problem. Their units are much more competitively priced than other brands of gate openers and their written and video taped instructions easily walked me through the installation of my first-ever gate opener.

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Great as long as you never have a lightening storm
This is a really convenient item when it works. Every time we have a lightening storm it blows out the wireless connection on the board. The hard wired openers still work but not the wireless. Their tech support is useless. You wait 30 minutes each time to reach them and they have no idea what is wrong. I am on my third board in one year. Each time it is the same conversation. I wait 30 minutes online and they tell me my receiver is broken. I replace the receiver and it still doesn't work. I call again and wait 30 more minutes online for them to tell me to send the board back to them to check it out. I never hear from them so I call again and wait 30 minutes online to reach someone who puts me on hold for 30 minutes to find the return only to tell me they are backed up for weeks. After I throw a fit they tell me the item can not be repaired and I need a new board. Three times in a year this has happened. I have asked the Tech department what I can do to help prevent this...
Mighty Mule 350
The gate opener worked fine for 2 years and then the motor wore out. The manufacture, GTO, does not sell the motor as a part, They want you to replace the complete opener. The motor is nothing special, a frame 550 12volt motor which should cost about $5.00. If you need a gate opener to last more than 2 years, buy a comercial grade opener it will save you money in the long run.
Mighty Mule FM350 Automatic Gate Opener For Light Duty Single Swing Gates Mighty Mule FM350 Automatic Gate Opener For Light Duty Single Swing Gates
Product Features :
  • Easy to install, solar capable, low voltage system with no electrician or welding required
  • Compact one-piece design make it easy to install
  • Compatible with all Mighty Mule access controls and accessories
  • Provides a maximum of 175 cycles per day using transformer charger
  • Up to 1,500 cycles per day, with battery back-up

Rating : 2.4
List Price : $380.00

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Mighty Mule FM352 Gate Opener For Dual Gates Up to 16-Feet Long and 550-Pounds
Designed to open dual gates with 550 lb., 16ft.L leafs, this gate opener kit will make your life easier. Installation of this do-it-yourself kit is practically effortless. Kit includes everything you'll need to transform your gate from a clumsy obstruction into a helpful tool. Application: Opener kit, Works With: Dual gate, Capacity (lbs.): 550/leaf, Length (ft.): 16/leaf
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

Terrible Gate and Even Worse Customer Service
I had this gate system installed a few years ago, it died within 18 months. I went through all of the trouble shooting I could think of (replace fuses etc) and still could not get it working. I contacted the company and they sent me to their local dealers and distributors to try and find a repair person. I finally got hold of one and he (their recommended repair person) told me the gates were junk and he would not repair it. He did offer to replace it with another brand but otherwise he would not visit me. I went back to the company for help and they will not respond. The gate was barely used, maybe 5 times a week. If you read this review and think that it cannot be that bad, I promise you it is. Find another brand and save yourself some headaches.

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Open Sesame
Was somewhat intimadated in the beginning, but if you follow the instructions (I read them over several times and highlighted what would pertain to me), it was really pretty easy. Lots of wires to keep track of. My gate is solar powered - got my panel elsewhere, as I found their panel to be overpriced. Was pleasantly surprised to discover that the gate opener works well over 100 feet from the gate (which is ONLY advertised as operational at 50-100 feet on the back of the opener packaging itself). Bought two openers thinking I could keep one in the car and one in the house, but gate will only read one opener at at time. Overall, I am pleased with the gate and really pleased I will not have to get out of my car in inclement weather to open/close gate.
Garbage! Find another brand
I would give this ZERO stars but am not offered that option!

I bought and installed this GTO 352 dual gate opener. Two weeks after installation it was totally dead. I sent it in while under full warranty and was told that "lightening" killed it and it was NOT covered by the warranty. I had to pay $100 to fix a product that was two weeks old.

I got it back and reinstalled it using an expensive lightning and surge protector. Guess what?

One week later it's dead again! This time the secondary opener is in the full out position and won't close.

Poorly designed, poorly protected against power surges and the warranty is worthless.

Find another brand, this one is junk!
Mighty Mule FM352 Gate Opener For Dual Gates Up to 16-Feet Long and 550-Pounds Mighty Mule FM352 Gate Opener For Dual Gates Up to 16-Feet Long and 550-Pounds
Product Features :
  • Designed for gates up to 16-Feet (4.9 m) long and 550 lbs (249.5 Kg) per leaf
  • AC or Solar powered to meet the needs of 100 Percent of the market.
  • Designed for optimum solar performance with 10-Watt solar panel.
  • Battery Operated - works with an automotive or marine battery (not included) which optimizes performance in cold weather.

Rating : 2.9
List Price : $663.00

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Tuesday, January 29, 2013

ALEKO AC1400 Electric Sliding Gate Opener for Sliding Gates Up to 50-Feet Long and 1400-Pounds
The ALEKO AC1400 model is an AC-powered addition to the ALEKO family of slide gate operators. Designed with a 120V AC 1.5 HP equivalent motor, this chain-drive sliding gate opener provides exceptional starting torque and continuous operation, making it ideal for most applications. Constructed with an aluminum alloy chassis, it's corrosion resistant and light enough for one person to carry and install. The heavy-duty motor supports gates weighing up to 1400 lbs. and up to 50 ft. in length. Comes with high base, 20 Ft chain and chain mounting hardware.
With so many on offer these days, it is great to have a name you can trust. This item is certainly that and will be a perfect buy. The distributor have added some great touches and this equals great value.
You can trust this review, i hope you can try to buy this product and then you know this product good or no. Next time you can make a review for another people.

Reliability in question
Not a big problem to install. Some of their hardware was a bit cheap so I had to build my own chain brackets. After six months it stopped working, about once a week I would have to go out and re-program the remote control. It became worse over time and eventually stopped working all together. I ordered a new PSB (they call it "the brain") and installed it. Then I could not adjust the safety current limit. The gate would only move a few inches then turn around. I had to get a second "brain" and install it. My gate is now working but I have a very low level of confidence that I will work for another year without further issues. I could not find my original receipt so the manufacturer would not replace the "brain" under warranty. As other people have stated, it started to rust right away (even though it seldom rains here) and the build quality is at best low.

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works great
works great took me two hours to install had no trouble installing everything works without a flaw, price is right cheapest i have seen lately and i know because i install these for a living, so i recommend the seller and the product.
works as described
I was planning to make a sliding gate drive out of an old reversible drill and several bicycle chains until I found this operator. The price is hard to beat; I guess i would pay the same for parts for my dyi project. It's a dedicated kit, with options for expansion and numerous pieces of hardware intended to fit miscellaneous gates that I might have. Much better than anything i would build myself from a scratch. The gate needs to be stiff enough to take the chain tension, in my case 2" square pipe was enough. Of course, with accordance to Murphys laws, the fittings didn't fit my gate, because of the intervening midstile, but several cantilevered pipes cut and welded together allowed for installation and proper positioning of the chain and magnets on my gate. I poured the concrete foundation (2 bags 80lbs) with embedded bolts and placed metal conduits to the additional circuit breaker. The drive base was welded in place to avoid theft. The drive operated once energized; there was no...
ALEKO AC1400 Electric Sliding Gate Opener for Sliding Gates Up to 50-Feet Long and 1400-Pounds ALEKO AC1400 Electric Sliding Gate Opener for Sliding Gates Up to 50-Feet Long and 1400-Pounds
Product Features :
  • Supports gates up to 1400 lb or 50 Ft long
  • Comes with 20 Ft Chain and 120V AC 1.5 HP motor
  • Supports up to 100 Remotes, 2 included
  • Will stop and reverse if encounters an obstruction
  • Brand New with 2-year warranty directly from our store

Rating : 3.6
List Price : $299.00

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