Solar Zones and Gate Activity

INSTALLATION OF THE GTO TRANSFORMER CONT.

2)If the gate is binding or dragging, or if ball bearing rollers are not used, it will require more than 10 amps to move it. This will reduce the MNC.

3)The charts are based on the transformer being plugged into an outlet that provides a line voltage of 120 volts; if the outlet provides less than 120 volts (for example, some rural areas may only provide 105 volts), it can reduce the MNC by as much as 50%.

4)A fully charged standard battery has an inherent reserve of 20-50 cycles without requiring a charge. This allows peak loads at several points during the day, depending upon how much time the transformer has to provide a charge to the battery between cycles. The transformer is capable of fully recharging the battery in as little as ﬁve minutes at optimum conditions.

5)The charts on page 16 are based upon an ambient temperature of 40º F. Battery performance and speed at which it will recharge will ﬂuctuate based upon temperature.

6)The MNC for dual gate applications will be about 50% less of those for a single gate.

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 electrical supply stores) must be used.

•Use of a surge protector is highly recommended.

•Optional Solar Panels are available from a GTO dealer; see Accessory Catalog.

•The GTO/PRO 24Amp Hour Battery Kit is required for the SL-2000 in solar applications, see Accessory Catalog.

NOTE: If your are considering using the GTO solar panel to maintain the system battery charge, please see the following chart:

This table and map illustrates the maximum number of cycles per day to be expected in a particular area, using either one or two of GTO’s 10 watt solar panels (see Accessory Catalog). Figures are shown for winter (minimum sunlight) and do not account for use of any accessory items.

NOTE: Accessories will draw additional power from the battery.

Zone 1

Zone 3

Zone 2

Zone 3	Zone 3

Estimated Maximum Number of Cycles Per Day

Winter Ratings	Watts	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3

SL1000	10	4	8	13
SL1000	15	6	12	20
SL1000	20	8	16	26
Dual SL1000	15	3	6	10
Dual SL1000	20	4	8	13

Requires 24 Amp Hour Battery
Requires 24 Amp Hour Battery
SL2000	10	4	8	13
SL2000	15	6	12	20
SL2000	20	8	16	26
Dual SL2000	15	3	6	10
Dual SL2000	20	4	8	13