What electric lock can be used with this gate openener? Can the Automatic Gate Lock (FM143) for Mighty Mule be used, it seems to be a descent lock?
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The E8 system will work with Electromagnetic Lock system or solenoid type lock for automatic gate. I do not have any experience with the FM143 lock. Chances is high it probably will work.
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With the right amount of force and tools, I'm sure someone could "pull/pry" open any gate. From what I can tell from my install, I'd damage my gate before the opener gives. FYI, the opener contains a feature that lets you disengage/reengage the gear with a key, so the gate can be manually pushed open/close if necessary.
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Chris; I'm not a locksmith, but the image that you copied and sent was a "Passage Door Knob." there is no lock mechanism. There are various Entrance Locks that have knobs and a keypad as well. I would think that as long as you are using a brass lockset, I can't imagine the building not allowing a lever type lock. The lever locks came about primarily because of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act.) If you had trouble grasping a door knob, they (by law) would have to supply you with a lever type lock. I put in a bright brass lever keypad lock like the one pictured to the left. My family all thought that I was nuts, but now they love it. There are several models. The one pictured here has "Z-Wave" capabilities which would allow you to unlock the door remotely if you spend the money on the interface. What I don't like about it, is it is very easy to hit the unlock button on the inside while you are going in or out of the house. I wished that I got the model where you have to manually unlock the door from the inside if you want to disable the keypad. Otherwise, I LOVE IT&gt;
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I have mine on a tubular gate. Actually, I think it was easier to use because I just got some "U" bolts from the hardware store that had the appropriate spread to meet the lock. When I installed it, it worked out great. It locks tight and stays locked.
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Yes you can swing it shut but only if it's securely installed. I close the gate by clicking it together when I can but half the time I kick the gate with my feet and it clicks shut. We hired a handy man to install it properly and it now auto-locks by just swinging it.
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Yes this remote is offered by seller when the Bull Dog kit is ordered. In the back of the remote 'unscrew' there are set pins each with numbers. You set pins to match the code for the gate open code pad. Also you can call Mighty Mule tech support and they can help you. Hope this was of help ;)
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We were able to open the lift gate. But it maybe close depending on how your hitch rack. We have a Cabelas hitch rack on a new Sante fe.
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Hope I can help. The gate opener only opens and closes the gate stopping a point that you determine. it will not move from these settings. If you are referring to a latch and lock system the normal kind will not work with the opener. Yes you could have a normal latch that would close and secure the gate but it would have to be opened manually to open the gate. There is a electromagnetic gate latch that works well but you can only use it if your using normal ac current, the solar version will not take the load of this type of gate latch and will run the battery down faster than the solar panel can charge it. I have no latch on my gate but put a 2x6 piece of wood on my fence and the gate pushes up against the wood to keep a tight fit when closed. For security if i'm away from home at length I just wrap a chain and lock around the gate when its closed. Its a great opener but I have several helpful suggestions that the company does not explain for security, and also ease of installation if you are interested.
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We have it installed in the wood door frame of our basement stairs doorway. It is really secure but also really hard to open. If installed on a bannister, I would worry that the action of opening/closing the gate would eventually loosen the bannister.
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Slide bar by pushing forward a bit (towards the gate) and sliding it into the latch. You can put a padlock thru the hole if that isn't enough for you. I'm sure just sliding the bar over is more than adequate protection. They will jump over fence if they want to get in that bad!
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Yes. There is a spring-loaded lock at the top and a sliding/removable doohickey on the bottom. They operate independently. So, while the top locks automatically upon shutting the gate, you have to manually slide the locking mechanism into place on the bottom.
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This gate does not close automatically - you need to push a button and lift the gate slightly to open it. It only requires using one hand though.
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The bolt is a long dead bolt type deal, so you must engage in some fashion to keep the door closed. As I remember, you can select to use the combo or key to manual lock/unlock, or lock with the turn of the handle. I believe you have to select a certain rod while installing to make the selection.In no case will it 'auto latch' (hold the door closed). You must manually latch, 100% of the time. It is locking with lever actionor not that is the choice.
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If you pull the little blocker and lift it the gate should be really easy to open. You may need to oil the gate.
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Yes you can hard wire the key pad to your gate control board. This link will take you to the Mighty Mule web site. look for accessories, Key pad, install instructions. Hope this helps. http://www.mightymule.com/gate-opener-accessories/
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Every application will vary. Installed properly, it should fit the need. The timer-lock is a great feature. We've had good luck with this gate using it at the top of stairs. Still need to keep an eye on crawlers and toddlers.
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It doesn't latch automatically. You must press the downward until you hear it click. Then to open it, you squeeze the latch from the top to release it. It actually works best if you squeeze down on the release button while simultaneously pulling up on the gate. Hope that makes sense.