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First you need to decide where you would like to put the gate. Determine center of drive, face of post should be 7' on 14' gate opening, from center.
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Dig a hole for post should be a minimum of 18" in diameter and a little more than 4' deep (so bottom of post does NOT hit the bottom of the hole.
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Run a string across drive to determine 90 degree with drive. Gate will be 6" above angle iron that align with string Trench is for IFR or Double swing
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Level 2X4's on ground even with the grade. Set post in hole with brackets on boards.
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Shim to make sure post is plum.
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Use boards to stabilize post while adding concrete until it is set.
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Brace with tabs at top of post.
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Can use forming pins to hold braces in place.
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Fill hole with Ready Mix concrere (ODOT class C with air, 3" slump) make sure post does not move while adding crete.
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Allow at least 72 hours to set. Remove braces and break off tabs with a large wrench.
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Remove bottom elevaction angles with large wrench as well.
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Post is now ready for the gate to be hung.
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Hang gate on hinges, assure ball bearing in hinges, adding a little grease will hold them in place.
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Line gate up so that it is level. There should be 4" between gate and post. Tighten adjustable hinge bolts.
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Bolt on Actuator arm to post and to gate on brackets provided.
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Attach controller box to angles on side of post with 1/4" SS bolts. Plug actuator into control box, per instruction in manual.
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It is best to add pillars after gate is installed, can put foundation in at same time as setting post.
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By putting in foundation in at same time can put pillar close enough to post.
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