Solar Panel and Gate Activity Chart
HD272 Installation Instructions
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1. Determine Charging Options for Battery: Transformer OR Solar
IMPORTANT
• The battery charge is maintained by the 16 Volt transformer included
OR
optional solar panel(s). The transformer
OR
solar panel is connected to the control board using low voltage, 16 gauge, dual conductor, multi-stranded, direct burial
wire [RB509] (page 37)
.
• The transformer is intended for indoor use. If the transformer can only be plugged into an outside electrical outlet, a
weatherproof cover or housing
must
be used.
• If your gate is more than 1000' from an AC power source, you will need to use a solar panel charging kit (
minimum 10
watts
) . Refer to the Solar Panels and Gate Activity Chart below.
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 prior to the battery depleting
to a state where the unit will not function. 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.
A second battery is recommended for solar and/or
high traffic applications.
NOTE
: UP to 250 ft. of dual conductor, 16
gauge, multi-stranded wire may be used to allow
installation of solar panels in direct sunlight.
See page 23:
10 Watt Solar Panel [FM123]
Dual Gate
Winter Ratings
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
10 Watts
8
16
26
20 Watts
14
28
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NEVER USE TRANSFORMER AND SOLAR PANEL(S) AT THE SAME TIME!
It will damage the control board!
Before You Begin
