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AC PWR/
SOLAR
J4
AC PWR/
SOLAR
J4
Control Board
Example
Red
Black
Solar Panel
To avoid SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a moving gate:
• Disconnect ALL electric and battery power BEFORE performing ANY service or maintenance.
• Connect solar panels ONLY in accordance with gate operator instructions.
• DO NOT connect solar panel(s) when power supply is connected.
12 VDC APPLICATIONS
When multiple panels are required, they should be wired in parallel as shown below.
24 VDC APPLICATIONS
Multiple panels are required, they should be wired in series as shown below.
AC PWR/
SOLAR
J4
Control Board
Example
RED
RED
RED
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
+
+
-
-
Control Board
Example
WIRING
WIRE THE SOLAR PANELS
Models: RSW12, RSL12, LA400, LA412
Follow all gate operator instructions for the maximum wattage and type of solar panels to be connected (refer to your operator manual).
1. Disconnect all power and batteries from the control board.
2. Run the solar panel wires to the bottom of the control box.
3. Connect the solar panel wires to the input on the control board
designated for solar. Red wire to positive (+) and black wire to
negative (-).
NOTE:
Labels for input on the control board may
vary depending on your model, refer to the owner's manual to
determine which input is for solar power.
4. Reconnect the batteries and verify that the operator and all
entrapment protection devices work correctly.
5. Use the cable ties to secure the solar panel cable away from
places where it could be damaged.
