2.1 High Voltage Wire Runs
The distance shown in the chart is measured in Feet from the operator to the power source. If power wiring is greater than the maximum distance shown, it is recommended that a service feeder be installed. When large gauge wire is used, a separate junction box must be installed for the operator connection. The wire table is based on stranded copper wire. Wire run calculations are based on a 110 VAC power source with a 3% voltage drop on the power line, plus an additional 10% reduction in distance to allow for other losses in the system.
This table illustrates the high voltage wire size and distance requirements.| Model | Voltage | Amps |
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6500 | 1/2 HP | 115 | 5.4 | 170 | 275 | 460 | 685 |
6500 | 1/2 HP | 230 | 2.7 | 685 | 1,100 | 1,830 | 2750 |
6500 | 1/2 HP | 460 | 1.35 | 2,875 | 4,600 | 7665 | 11,500 |
6500 | 1 HP | 115 | 9.7 | 100 | 170 | 280 | 520 |
6500 | 1 HP | 230 | 4.9 | 380 | 650 | 1,100 | 1,600 |
6500 | 1 HP | 460 | 2.5 | 1,500 | 2,500 | 4,000 | 6,500 |
Never run high voltage and low voltage wires in the same conduit. Keep them in separate conduits.
2.2 High Voltage Terminal Connections
115 VAC Models | 230 VAC/460 VAC Models |
Neutral | 115VAC | DANGER | |
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•It is recommended that a surge suppressor be installed on the high voltage power lines to help
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DO NOT cycle the operator without the OPEN and CLOSE limit sensors in their specific open and close positions. The limit sensors or the AC power switch are the only ways to stop the operator once an open cycle has started. This could cause damage to the gate and/or operator if the gate opens too far!
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