Installing a gate motor at home can make life significantly easier, bringing a new element of convenience and security and, quite often, a host of features that can be used to improve house-hold tasks. Many modern gate motors have hi-tech controllers complete with LCD displays that can be interfaced with everything from swimming pool pumps to alarm systems.
In short, a gate motor as there to serve you. It is there to take some effort out of your daily tasks and to provide you with peace of mind. However, a gate motor is kinetic system consisting of many mechanical and electrical parts and care must be taken so that these components are not necessarily loaded - and so that you don't end up stranded outside your house one fine evening.
Below are some pre-installation checks you can perform yourself to ensure that you get the most out of your automatic gate system.