Okay, so you now have an automated gate. What’s next?
For the most part, nothing.
Just enjoy the convenience it brings to your life.
You can go back to reading this after you’ve owned your automated gate from Power Gates Davao for a month.
By then, you’ll need to do some basic maintenance to you gate.
Oh no! wait. That wasn’t part of the deal!
Right?
Well, right and wrong. You don’t have to do the maintenance by yourself. Power Gates Davao can do it for you. But wouldn’t you want to know a little more about your automated gate that would help you if you’re ever in a pinch?
So, here’s a little maintenance guide so you can perform monthly, quarterly, and annual checks. And if you’re a bit on the OC side, maybe a little daily or weekly visual checking wouldn’t hurt.
Automated Gate Monthly Maintenance Tasks Guide
These are tasks you can do on a monthly basis as automated gates are designed to function without any issues and only require checking up on once a month.
Visual Inspection
- Check for rust, damage, or loose components. Rust is more prevalent in areas near or around the beach where salt is present in the air. A little rust protection goes a long way.
- Inspect gate tracks for debris and obstructions
- Examine wheels/rollers for wear
- Look for signs of pest infestation or nests. You won’t believe the number of insects wanting to make their nests in an around your automated gate.
- Check all bolts and fasteners are tight. Remember “righty tighty, lefty loosey”.
Cleaning
- Remove debris from tracks and moving parts.
- Clean photocells/safety sensors.
- Wipe down control box if it’s dusty.
- Clear vegetation around gate area
Lubrication
- Lubricate hinges and moving parts. Use WD-40 very lightly.
- Apply weather-resistant grease to chain/belt drive
- Oil wheels and rollers
- Treat exposed metal parts with rust preventative
Power Gates Davao can perform the monthly check for you to ensure your system is running smoothly. As this is a special service, all you have to do is pay a small fee for travel and basic expenses.
Quarterly Automated Gate Preventive Maintenance Tasks
This is something that you get from Power Gates Davao as a standard service. We perform quarterly preventive maintenance to ensure that your entire system is running as smoothly as possible. This prevents the engine from clocking out early due to unnecessary stress.
The quarterly preventive maintenance is free for the first year of owning an automated gate from Power Gates Davao. You get 4 quarterly preventive maintenance visits.
Mechanical Checks
- Test manual release mechanism
- Check chain tension (if chain-driven)
- Verify smooth operation through full range of motion
- Test emergency stop function
Electrical Inspection
- Check all wiring connections
- Test backup battery (if equipped)
- Verify proper function of all safety devices
- Test remote controls and keypads
Safety Features
- Test obstacle detection
- Check auto-reverse function
- Verify proper operation of warning lights
- Test intercom system (if installed)
Annual Automated Gate Professional Inspection Service
This is a service provided to ensure that the product provided by Power Gates Davao surpasses its expected performance and longevity. These are the reasons why you should schedule a professional inspection annually to:
- Perform comprehensive safety audit
- Check motor condition and performance
- Update software/firmware if applicable
- Replace worn parts
- Adjust gate alignment
- Test electrical systems thoroughly
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Here are some issues we have encountered over the years since we started operating in 2020.
Gate Won’t Open/Close
- Check power supply
- Verify remote battery
- Look for obstructions
- Test manual release
- Check fuses
Noisy Operation
- Inspect for loose parts
- Check lubrication
- Verify proper alignment
- Look for worn bearings/rollers
Slow Operation
- Clean tracks
- Check motor
- Verify proper lubrication
- Inspect for mechanical resistance
Safety Precautions
- Always disconnect power before performing maintenance
- Use appropriate safety equipment
- Keep maintenance records
- Never modify safety features
- Contact professional for complex repairs
Recommended Tools and Supplies
- Multimeter
- Lubricants (weather-resistant)
- Basic hand tools
- Cleaning supplies
- Rust preventative
- Spare fuses
- Safety equipment
When to Call a Professional
Contact Power Gates Davao if you encounter:
- Electrical issues
- Motor problems
- Structural damage
- Safety system failures
- Complex mechanical issues
- Programming problems
Remember: Regular maintenance extends gate life and ensures safe operation. We would love for your automated gate to perform for a long, long, long time.
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