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1. Determine Charging Options for Battery: Transformer OR Solar
NEVER USE TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL(S) AT THE SAME TIME!
It will damage the control board!
IMPORTANT:
• The EZ-GATE's 12 volt battery must be charged by either connecting the transformer
(included) or solar panel kit to the control board.
• The transformer is designed for indoor use. If the transformer can be plugged only into an
outside electrical outlet, a weatherproof cover/housing (available at local electrical supply
stores) must be used.
• If your gate is more than 1000 ft. from an AC power source, you will need to use at least 10
watts solar charging power to charge the battery. Refer to the Solar Panel and Gate Activity
chart below.
• All low voltage wire used with the E-Z GATE Opener must be 16 gauge dual conductor,
stranded, direct burial wire. Do not run more than 1000 ft. of wire.
Solar Panel and Gate Activity Chart
The table and map illustrate the maximum
number of gate cycles to expect per day in a
particular area when using from 10 to 20 watts
of solar charging power. The figures shown
are for winter (minimum sunlight) and do not
account for the use of any accessory items.
Accessories connected to your system
will draw additional power from the
battery and will require additional solar
panels.
NEVER USE TRANSFORMER and
SOLAR PANEL AT THE SAME TIME!
NOTE: UP to 250 ft. of 16 gauge dual
conductor, stranded, direct burial wire may
be used to allow installation of solar panels in
direct sunlight.
Solar Charging Options
• 10 Watt E-Z GATE Solar Panel
• 5 Watt E-Z GATE Solar Panel
• EZGO-Solar Optimizer Kit
(recommended for EZGO-Dual gate kit)
(See accessory insert or visit Walmart.com)
Dual Gate
Winter Ratings
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
10 Watts
8
16
26
15 Watts
11
20
30
20 Watts
14
28
38
Before You Begin
Zone 3
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 3
Zone 3
