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4. My gate opens/
closes slowly:
NOTE:
When the gate is running slow the reason is most likely low
battery voltage. Two things need to be considered. Battery
condition (replace or charge) and what caused the battery to
become discharged. Bad motor in actuator is also possible but
not common.
1. Determine which situation your operator falls into below:
Solar charged:
If accessories are connected (keypads, loop
detectors, any device powered by the battery) verify that the current
draw needed to power them does not exceed the charging power of
the solar panel. Verify that the charger is operating correctly; panel
is facing a Southwestern direction and is not located in a shaded
area. Inspect panel surface and wires for damage.
Test solar panel on a sunny day for correct voltage and current
output. Remove solar panel plug from charge controller. Using a
DC voltmeter, measure the DC voltage (should measure about 22
volts) and the DC current (should read about 300 ma) in the peak
sun period. If either of these readings is incorrect the panel maybe
defective please call the factory.
If none of the above check bad, then remove battery and have it
load tested at a battery shop. Replace if bad.
AC charged:
If accessories are connected (keypads, loop
detectors, any device powered by the battery) verify that the current
draw needed to power them does not exceed the charging power of
the charger. Not likely on AC charged system. Verify that charger is
working correctly and inspect charger and wires for damage.
NOTE:
The USAutomatic charger does not output any voltage or
current when disconnected from the battery. You cannot check
charger by disconnecting from battery and measuring voltage
output. To check charger refer to Charge controller operation
check for details.
2. If none of the above check bad then remove battery and have it load
tested at a battery shop. Replace if bad.
