MIGHTY MULE FM138 Exit Wand Installation Guide

MIGHTY MULE FM138 Exit Wand

Product Information

• Specifications:
  • Activation Range: 12 ft. radius
  • Sensor Depth: 2 ft. from driveway edge and 12 in. deep
  • Power Input: 11-30 Vdc or 8-26 Vac

Product Usage Instructions

• Installation Overview:
  • Place the sensor 2 feet from the driveway edge and bury it 1 foot deep.
  • Ensure a minimum of 25 feet open gate outside the sensor range.
  • Use PVC conduit in the ground leading up to the control box.
• Wiring the Wand:
  • Refer to the gate opener’s instruction manual.
  • Locate the control terminals that open the gate.
  • Connect the BLACK wire to the COMMON terminal and the BLUE wire to the designated terminal for gate opening.
  • Connect the POWER INPUT wires to the corresponding terminals on the control board.

FAQs

• Q: Can the exit wand be activated by children or bicycles?
  • A: Yes, the automatic gate opener could be activated by children on bicycles or other metal play equipment if within range of the sensor.
• Q: What is the recommended distance for placing the sensor from the driveway edge?
  • A: The sensor should be placed 2 feet from the driveway edge and buried 1 foot deep.
• Q: What is the power input requirement for the exit wand?
  • A: The power input should be between 11-30 Vdc or 8-26 Vac.

Parts Identification

WARNING: When an EXIT WAND is in use, the automatic gate opener could be activated by a child on a bicycle or other metal play equipment. This product is not recommended for applications exposed to children.

Installation Overview

• The SENSOR is designed to detect iron-based metal in motion.
• The SENSOR’s ability to detect iron-based metal objects is based on the mass, velocity and proximity of the object to the sensor.
• EXAMPLE – A child’s bicycle moving at 2 mph @ 1’ from the sensor has a similar effect as a car moving at 2 mph @ 6’ from the sensor.
• The SENSOR must be stationary to function properly.

Wiring the Wand

• Obtain the instruction manual for the gate opener.

• Locate the control terminals (2) that will ONLY OPEN the gate.

• Verify that the above inputs when shorted (a small wire connecting the 2 terminals) will do all of the following:

  • OPEN the gate if the gate is idle.
  • STOP and then OPEN the gate if the gate is closing.
  • DO NOTHING if the gate is opening.
  • IMPORTANT: DO NOT CONNECT THE POWER INPUT WIRES TO THE POWER SOURCE (i.e. 12 V battery) UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
    TURN THE GATE OPENER OFF

• Connect the BLACK to the terminal labeled COMMON, and the BLUE wire to the terminal in STEP 3 to open the gate. See the wiring diagrams to the right for guidance on wiring the sensor to your gate opener’s control board.

• Connect the POWER INPUT wires from the Exit Wand Sensor (if not already connected to a terminal on the board).

  • Connect the YELLOW and BRAIDED GROUND wires to the (–) NEGATIVE side of the power source (i.e. battery).
  • Connect the RED wire to the (+) POSITIVE side of the power source (i.e. battery).
  • IMPORTANT: WHEN THE WAND IS FIRST POWERED UP IT MUST BE UNDISTURBED FOR 60 SECONDS TO PERFORM THE SELF-TEST AND CALIBRATIONS. BEFORE POWERING THE WAND MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO MOVING METAL OBJECTS OR MOVING VEHICLES WITHIN THE RANGE OF THE WAND.

• Turn the opener ON and TEST.

  • WIRING DIAGRAM EXAMPLES
  • NOTE: Power Input Connections Not Shown. (See gate instruction manual for complete instructions)

Technical Specifications

• Power Supply: 8-26 Vac – 11-30 Vdc Current consumption 3 mA. typical
• Relay rating: 1 amp max, 30 Vdc
• Relay Pulse Time: 2 seconds
• Operating Temperature: 25°F (-4°C) to 125°F (69°C), or battery operating temperature
• Dimensions: 1¾” (44.5 mm) diameter x 16½” (42cm) long

Troubleshooting: Make sure all connections are correct

• Disconnect the power (battery) to the WAND.
• Reconnect the power to the WAND and make sure that no metal object or vehicle is moving around the WAND for 60 seconds while it is calibrating.
• Test the WAND to verify that it is working properly.
• This product and any accessory you purchase should only be installed on a gate opener that meets the current safety standard, UL325.
• If you have a gate opener that is not listed with the current standard please contact Nice sales department for consultation on a gate opener that can meet your specific needs.

Conversion Chart

Limited Warranty

• This product is warranted to the original consumer (“You”) by Nice North America against defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase.
• This limited warranty only extends to you if the item was purchased directly from Nice North America or through an authorized sales partner.
• Nice North America will, at its option, either repair or replace any product that it confirms is defective and eligible for service under this warranty and will return the repaired or replaced product to you at Nice North America’s cost.
• This warranty does not apply to damage to the product from negligence, abuse, abnormal usage, misuse, accidents, acts of god, normal wear and tear, failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions, or arising from improper installation, storage or maintenance.
• Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
• To be protected by this warranty, a copy of the receipt or other valid proof of purchase must be provided with any product that is being repaired or replaced under this warranty. To initiate warranty service for your product, please contact Tech Services at 800-421-1587 for a Return Authorization Number (“RA”) and other important details.
  • Model /Warranty Length
  • Gate Accessories 12 months

CONTACT

• Mighty Mule Technical Service 800-421-1587
• For more information about the full line of Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Operators, Gate Openers and
• Access Controls visitwww.mightymule.com.
• Niceforyou.com.
• ©2023 Nice North America LLC.
• Mighty Mule is a registered trademark of Nice North America LLC. All rights reserved.
• 10032597 Rev-C

References

• Nice North America - Home Automation Systems
• Find Smart Gate Opener Solutions - Automatic Electric Gate Openers – Mighty Mule

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