HEAVY-DUTY
AND POWERFUL.
America’s #1 Do-It-Yourself Gate Opener
FM500 Features and Benefits
Durable ABS housing
and cast Aluminum
mounting brackets
Designed for dual gates, each leaf
weighing up to a max. of 850 lbs.
or a max. of 18 ft. long
Battery continually charged
by AC transformer (included),
or with optional Solar Panel
Charger Kit
Works on all types gates;
chain link, tube, panel,
ornamental, and wood
Built -in battery backup
opens and closes the gate
even during power outage
Low Voltage battery
powered system eliminates
the need for an electrician
Open your gate from the
convenience and security
of your vehicle with the
press of the remote button
Bolt on mounting hardware
requires no welding
Easy to install, detailed
manual and DVD included
• America’s #1 Do-It-Yourself Gate Opener since 1987
• Easy to install solar capable, low voltage system —
no electrician or welding required
• Designed for gates that open into or out from the
property (two Push-to-Open Brackets, Item# 34694,
required to open out from property)
Extra-large Control Box is
pre-wired for two batteries
and has room for additional
accessory connections
• Commercial Grade Soft Start/Soft Stop feature
improves the life of gate and opener
• Adjustable Auto Close (OFF-120 Seconds) closes the
gate when you forget
• Adjustable Gate Activation Alert
• UL-approved Obstruction Sensing Systems
Mighty Mule FM500 Diagram.
SINGLE
Receiver
Control Box with Battery
Warning Sign
Single Gate Opener
Post Bracket
120 Volt indoor
Transformer
Horizontal Support
500
Gate Bracket
(surge protector
not supplied)
Closed Position Stop Plate
Power Cable
OPTIONAL: Solar Compatible.
Comparison Chart for Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Openers.
FM200
Gate Model
FM350
FM500 Single & FM502 Dual
Performance
Best Value Performance Kit.
Best solar gate opener kit on the market.
Best in Class DIY Heavy Duty gate opener kit.
Weight
Designed for gates up to a max. of 300 lbs. or max. 12 ft. long.
Designed for gates up to a max. of 550 lbs. or max. of 16 ft. long.
Designed for gates up to a max. of 850 lbs. or max. of 18 ft. long, per leaf.
Single or Dual
Single gate model only.
Single gate model only.
Single and dual gate models available.
Battery Type
Requires 12 Volt automotive or marine battery and
weather-proof case - not included.
Requires 12 Volt automotive or marine battery and
weather-proof case - not included.
Includes one 12 Volt, 7 Amp hour battery, and the control box
has room for a second 12 Volt, 7 Amp hour battery.
Cycles
Up to 1500 back up cycles on a fully charged marine battery.
Up to 1500 back up cycles on a fully charged marine battery.
Up to 25 back up cycles on a fully charged battery.
Warranty
12 Month Limited Warranty.
12
month
WARRANTY
12 Month Limited Warranty.
12
month
WARRANTY
18 Month Limited Warranty.
18
month
WARRANTY