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Powering The System
Step 21:
Make sure the power switch is OFF before proceeding to
the next step.
IMPORTANT:
• The GTO transformer is intended for indoor use. If the transformer can only be plugged into an outside
electrical outlet, a weatherproof housing or cover (available at local electrical supply stores) must be
used.
• All low voltage wire for powering the GTO/PRO must be 16 gauge dual conductor, multi-stranded,
direct burial wire (see Accessory Catalog). Do not exceed 1000 ft. of wire.
• If your gate is more than 1000 ft. from an ac power source you will need to use at least one (1) 5 watt
Solar Panel; see Accessory Catalog. Also, refer to the Solar Panels and Gate activity chart below.
Step 22:
Select the electrical outlet into which you will plug the
transformer. Measure the distance from this electrical outlet
to the control box following the path where the wire will be
laid. After you have measured how much wire is needed, cut
it to the appropriate length.
This table and map
illustrate the maximum
number of cycles per day
to expect in a particular
area, using GTO's 5 watt
solar panels (see
Accessory Catalog).
Figures are shown for
winter
(minimum
sunlight) and do not
account for use of any
accessory items. Accessories connected to your
system will draw additional power from the battery.
NOTE: GTO/PRO Dual Gate Systems
REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF TWO (2) 5 W
solar panels or ONE (1) 10 W panel for
adequate charging power.
Solar Panels and Gate Activity
Winter Ratings
Zone 1 Zone 2
Zone 3
12 volt Single Gate (one 5 W panel)
4
8
13
12 volt Single Gate (two 5 W panels)
8
16
26
12 volt Single Gate (three 5 W panels)
11
20
30
12 volt Dual Gates (two 5 W panels)
4
8
13
12 volt Dual Gates (three 5 W panels)
7
13
20
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Connecting the Transformer
Zone 3
