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πŸšͺ MM271 Automatic Gate Opener by Mighty Mule - Single, Black Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5Β Β 
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4.0
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Description of πŸšͺ MM271 Automatic Gate Opener by Mighty Mule - Single, Black

Designed for light duty single swing gates up to a maximum of 12 ft. long or maximum of weight of 300 lbs. DIY friendly: the MM271 comes equipped with detailed instructions, online how-to videos & unlimited access to 24-hour technical support. Required: 12-Volt automotive or marine type battery that produces a minimum of 250 cold cranking amps (CCA) (Not included). Solar Capable: With the addition of a Mighty Mule 10W solar panel (Model # FM123). Perfect for all gate types including: Tube, chain link, panel, vinyl, and wood. Includes: 1 three button entry/exit remote with Visor Clip, AC Transformer, control box, all required mounting hardware, an installation manual and access to online how-to videos. Mighty Mule Gate Opener will warn of obstructions while opening gates, with beep sound, until the obstruction is removed. Kindly refer the manual. Backed by a Mighty Mule 1-year.

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Revainrating 3 out of 5

Works As It Should - Gate Opener

I installed a gate opener this morning. The instructions were there. I used a lawnmower battery and solar panel I bought from Revain (much cheaper than the mighty Mule). All parts were there. It took a minute to find the hardware because they taped it to the back of the foam packaging that the controller came in. Remote programming was easy. Simply turn off the device by pressing and holding the button on the remote control, then turn on the device by pressing and holding the button until you…

Pros
  • Includes: 1 3 button entry/exit remote control with visor clip, AC transformer, control box, all required mounting hardware, installation guide and access to online video instructions.
Cons
  • Mostly ok, but...

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Ignore the instruction manual.

Previous Mighty Mule Gate Openers used an 18VAC transformer. In fact, the user manual for the MM271 states that the output of the transformer is 18-22 VAC. Imagine my surprise when I measured the transformer output voltage as 40VAC. I called tech support and after 30 minutes of waiting with horrible repetitive music (?) spoke to the helpful phone person. He agreed the output should be 18VAC and arranged for a replacement and RA to be sent. The new transformer had the same readings (40 VAC) as…

Pros
  • Ideal for all types of gates including: tubular, mesh, panel, vinyl and timber gates.
Cons
  • Negative Result Present

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy replacement for original GTO Mighty Mule gate opener

The attachment point on the gate had to be moved inwards due to the shorter length of the gate controller compared to the original version replaced. Only two new holes had to be drilled to move the bracket. All installation instructions assume you have enough space near the gate to access the control panel, but I don't have space at all where the gate opens right next to the inner fence. This prevents access to the main switch when the gate is in the open position. Soldering the remote switch…

Pros
  • Mighty Mule base 1 year
Cons
  • Cord is shorter than other picks