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Install Smart Charger / Charge Controller
Power Source (AC or Solar)
The Ranger gate operator’s battery is charged by the USAutomatic smart charger / charge controller.
The USAutomatic smart charger / charge controller can be powered by an AC transformer supplied
with Ranger AC Models
OR
a solar panel supplied with Ranger Solar models. The AC Transformer
and the Solar Panel are equipped with a DC plug for easy connection to the smart charger / charge
controller.
Ranger AC Charged System
The AC model Ranger gate operator comes with a low voltage transformer
which plugs into the charge controller and can easily provide 575 cycles of
operation a day without decreasing the battery charge. In the event AC power
goes out the operator will operate for weeks on the battery (if cycles per day are
below 20) before needing service. Again, accessories connected to the operator
are critical. Always use Solar Friendly accessories to help avoid premature
battery failure in cases of power outages.
The unique design of the charging system allows the transformer to be installed away from the gate
area if needed. This means that on AC charged systems, the transformer’s low voltage wire can be
extended avoiding the expense of having an electrician install 120 VAC at the gate area.
Refer to the AC power source cable extension chart below for the exact wire size to be used.
NOTE: AC Transformers are not designed to get wet. Likewise, all splices should be made in a dry
enclosure or outdoor box. For convenience use the USAutomatic Charge Cable Extension Pigtails
PN #630038.
Transformer Extension Wire Size
0 to 100 feet
101 to 250 feet
251 to 500 feet
501 to 750 feet
750 to 1000 feet
18 gauge wire
16 gauge wire
14 gauge wire
12 gauge wire
10 gauge wire
NOTE:
USAUTOMATIC RECOMMENDS A SURGE PROTECTOR ON ALL AC
CHARGED INSTALLATIONS.
Ranger Solar Charged System
Utilizing the USAutomatic Solar Panel kit, you may use a solar panel
to charge the battery. Typically only one panel will be required. The
Ranger gate operator is capable of a high number of cycles per day.
For information on what you can expect from a solar charged system
see Appendix. Accessories that are added to your gate operator must
be solar friendly accessories and they will be identified as such. For a
complete list of accessories, please visit www.usautomatic.com
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