Kelly Automatic Gates
Automatic Gate Troubleshooting Guide
(Quick fixes before calling for service)
🚫 Gate Won’t Open or Close
Check these first:
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🔋 Dead battery (most common – especially after weather changes)
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🔌 Power is off, or breaker tripped
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📡 Remote not working (try keypad or another remote)
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👀 Safety sensors blocked or dirty
Quick Fix:
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Replace battery (every 2–3 years recommended)
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Clean sensors with a cloth
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Reset power (turn off → wait 30 seconds → back on)
⚙️ Gate Starts Then Stops
Likely causes:
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🚧 Obstruction in the track
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⛓️ Chain too loose or too tight
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⚡ Motor sensing resistance
Quick Fix:
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Clear debris from track
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Check chain sag (should NOT exceed ~3 inches)
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Watch gate movement — should be smooth, not jerky
Gate Making Noise / Grinding
Common reasons:
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Dry hinges or rollers
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Chain needs lubrication
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Worn gears or bearings
Quick Fix:
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Lubricate hinges and moving parts every 6 months
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Use proper gate lubricant (not WD-40 long-term)
🔋 Gate Works Intermittently
Possible issues:
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Weak battery
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Solar panel not charging properly
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🐜 Insects inside control box (very common in Florida)
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Moisture or corrosion
Quick Fix:
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Inspect inside control box (look for ants, debris)
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Clean out carefully
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Check solar panel for dirt or shade
🌬️ Gate Won’t Stay Closed (Wind Issues)
Why it happens:
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High Florida winds
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Gate alignment slightly off
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No magnetic lock installed
Solution:
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Adjust alignment
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Install a mag-lock to hold gate secure
⚠️ When to Call a Professional
Call for service if you notice:
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❌ Gate jerking or binding
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❌ Chain damaged or already shortened once
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❌ Burning smell or clicking motor
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❌ Gate not moving at all after basic checks
📞 Pro Tip: Call Early for possible same day Service
866-595-5707
Don’t risk injury — automatic gates are heavy and under tension.
If something doesn’t look right, it’s best to have a trained technician inspect it.
👉 Kelly Automatic Gates – Same Day Service Available
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