GTO PRO 10 WATT SOLAR PANEL User Manual

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Solar Powered

Battery Charger

Installation Manual

For use with GTO/PRO gate opener models: SW1000, SW1500, SW2000, SW2500, SW2502,
SW3000, SW4000, SL1000, and SL1000B. Also for use with Mighty Mule gate opener models:
FM350, FM500, FM502, FM700, and FM702.

All dual gate installations require a minimum of 10 Watts of solar charging power.

PRORB907 Rev. 9/10/05

Parts Included:

A. Solar Panel
B. Lag Screws (4)
C. Pipe Clamp (4)
D. Curved Pipe

E. 1/4" Nuts (4)
F. 1/4" x 1/2" Bolt (4)

Tools Required :

GTO/PRO • 3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida 32303 • [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.gtopro.com

Technical Service [phone]

• Slotted (flat blade) Screwdriver

• 7/16" open end wrench

©2000 GTO, Inc.

Solar Panel Installation

Step 2: Determine the site for installation of the solar panel. It is impor-

tant to install the solar panel facing the path of the sun where full sun will
strike its face throughout the day. The curved pipe (D) maintains the proper
angle to the sun. Secure the solar panel assembly to a wooden post or fence
using two pipe clamps (C) and #2 lag screws (B) as shown in the illustra­tion. If your fence post is metal, you will need alternative hardware not
provided, (i.e. U-clamps or metal screws).

Step 1: Slide the 1/4" bolts (F) into each channel, position the
pipe (D) between the bolts and place two clamps (C) over the

curved pipe onto the bolts. Secure with the 1/4" nuts (E).

IMPORTANT: the solar panel must be positioned facing the path of the sun, due
south and in an open area away from shade. It should receive at least 8 hours of
direct sunlight for a full charge.

HINT: If the solar panel must be placed more than 10 ft. from the control box (but
less than 250 feet away), use multi-stranded, 16 gauge (AWG), direct burial, low-volt­age wire (see Accessory Catalog). Never use telephone wire or solid core wire.

IMPORTANT: To provide secure and moisture resistant splices for solar panels, key
pads, push buttons and other accessories use a direct burial splice kit for underground
splices and an above ground splice kit for above ground splices. These splice kits can
be found at hardware and electrical supply stores.

HINTS for Obtaining Maximum Output from Your Solar Panel

1. Place the panel facing due south in the path of the sun, where full sun will strike its face throughout the
day(minimum 8 hours).

2.

Mount the panel using the curved pipe provided to maintain the proper angle to the sun.

3. For optimal efficiency, wipe the face of the panel frequently with a soft, damp cloth.
The output of the Solar Panel is variable during the day depending on the intensity of the sun and the angle
of the rays striking the panel. The output may vary from a few millivolts to as much as 22 volts. To check
the output, simply disconnect the solar panel leads from the control board and connect them directly to a dc
voltmeter. In bright sunlight the panel output should read at least 18 volts dc.

RED
BLK

Solar Panel Wires

18VAC SOLAR

+–~~

FM500, FM502

Control Boards

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POWER IN

TRANSFORMER

SOLAR

Solar Panel Wires

POWER IN

18VAC SOLAR

~ ~ – +

RED
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Solar Panel Wires

RESENT

FM700, FM702,

SW1000, SW2000,

SL1000, SL200

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Control Boards

OLD

FM700, FM702,

SW1000, SW2000,

SL1000, SL2000

Control Boards

AUX
OUT

SOLAR
PANEL

18VAC

RED
BLK

Solar Panel Wires

FM5350

SW1500

Control Boards

RED
BLK

Solar Panel Wires

SW3000/3200

,

SW4000/4200

Control Boards

18 VAC SOLAR RELAY OUT

~ ~ - +

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Step 3:
SOLAR for connecting the solar panel wires.

All GTO/PRO DC powered gate operators have a POWER IN terminal on their control boards marked

Below are various types of terminals on GTO/PRO and Mighty
Mule control boards, if your control board doesn't have this terminal, please call the GTO's Technical Service
Department at [phone] or [phone] for assistance.

Feed the free end of the solar panel wires into the control box and attach them to the SOLAR terminals on the
POWER IN terminal block on the control board. The RED solar panel wire goes to the (+) POSITIVE Solar
terminal and the BLACK solar panel wire goes to the (–) NEGATIVE Solar terminal. See diagram below.

IMPORTANT: Improper installation of these wires will damage to the opener's control board.

Attach RED solar panel wire to the
SOLAR terminal marked (+).

Attach BLACK solar panel wire to the
SOLAR terminal marked (–).

Zone 1

Zone 2

Zone 3

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Solar Zones and Gate Activity

RED

RED

BLACK

BLACK

attach BLACK to negative (–) solar terminal on control board
attach

RED to positive (+) solar terminal on control board

Solar Panels connect in PARALLEL

Use the table and map to determine the
number of operational cycles* per day
to expect in your area, using 5 to 30
Watts of charging power. Figures are
shown for winter (minimum sunlight)
and do not account for the use of any
accessory items.

*An operational cycle is one full
opening and closing of the gate.

Accessories will draw additional power from the
battery; the more accessories you connect, the
more power your system will require.

Winter Ratings Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3

Single gate installation with 10 Watts of charging power 8 16 26
Single gate installation with 20 Watts of charging power 14 28 38
Single gate installation with 30 Watts of charging power 20 44 54
Dual gate installation with 10 Watts of charging power 4 8 13
Dual gate installation with 20 Watts of charging power 10 18 27
Dual gate installation with 30 Watts of charging power 16 28 41

All dual gate installations require a minimum of 10 Watts of solar charging power.

Estimated Gate Openings Per Day

Multiple Panel Installations

NOTE: All connections should

be weather proofed using weather
proof splice kits avilable at hard­ware and electrical supply stores.

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Access Controls and Accessories

Push Button (doorbell) Control (RB101)

Unlit doorbell button for remote entry or exit control. Wires directly to the control board and
uses 16 gauge (AWG), multi-stranded, dual conductor low voltage wire (sold separately).

Pin Lock (FM134)

The Pin Lock substitutes for the clevis pin at the front end of the GTO/PRO® gate openers.
Helps prevent theft of the opener from the gate, while allowing quick release of the opener.

Key Chain Mini Transmitter (RB744)

The Key Chain Mini Transmitter is a miniature version of the GTO/PRO® entry transmitter and
has the same adjustable code settings. 12 Volt battery included.

Entry Transmitter (FM135)
The GTO/PRO® entry transmitter, with adjustable code settings, is standard equipment with all
GTO/PRO® systems. 12 Volt battery included.

Digital Keypad (FM137)

The specially designed digital keypad can be easily installed as a wireless or wired keypad. It
can be programmed to use up to 25 different personal identification number (PIN) codes. Each
code is face programmable with additional security features built in. Wired installations require
16 gauge (AWG), low voltage, multi-stranded, dual conductor, direct burial wire (sold sepa­rately). Requires 3 AA batteries (not included).

GTO/PRO 50’ Exit Wand (FM139), 100’ Exit Wand (FM140), 150’ Exit Wand (FM141)

The GTO/PRO® Exit Wand is designed for residential and agricultural applications and is
compatible with all GTO/PRO® automatic gate operator models. The wand is an electromag­netic sensor, which offers ‘hands free’ operation of the GTO/PRO® Gate Operators with a 12 ft.
radius of detection of vehicles in motion.

Automatic Gate Lock Pull-to-Open (FM144)
A MUST for added security. Solenoid driven with a steel housing. Unlocks and locks automati­cally as gates open and close. Used with the Mighty Mule® system for maximum stability and
security. Comes with a keyed manual release. Recommended for gates over 8 ft. long. Ideal for
animal enclosures or high wind areas.

Low Voltage Wire (RB509)

The 16 gauge (AWG), multi-stranded, dual conductor Low Voltage Wire is for connecting the
AC powered transformer, or the Solar Panel to the control board. Also used for connecting ac­cessories, such as locks, keypads, push buttons and other wired control devices. This specially
designed wire is UV treated, PVC coated and ready for direct burial. Available in 1000' rolls or
special lengths.

Wireless Entry Intercom / Keypad (FM136)

Allows owner to screen guest at the gate before allowing access to the property. Keypad also
allows owner to give up to 25 programmable entry codes to family, friends or approved delivery
personnel. Codes can be permanent of temporary. Can be wireless or hard wired up to 1000 feet.

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Other GTO/PRO

Access Controls and Accessories

11” Push to Open Bracket (347IH)

Required when GTO/PRO® gate opener(s) must push the gate open, such as on a sloping
driveway or where space prevents gate(s) from opening inward (pulled open). Order two PTO
brackets for conversion of a dual swing gate installation.

Column Mount Lock Receiver (433IH)

For mounting the Automatic Gate Lock on brick columns, walls, or for other applications with
limited space between gate and post.

Replacement Transformer (RB570)

Standard 18 volt AC transformer for maintaining the battery included with the GTO/PRO® gate
opener. This is the only transformer approved for use with all UL325 GTO/PRO® gate opener
systems.

Garage Door Receiver (RB709)
The Garage Door Receiver allows you to use the same GTO/PRO® entry transmitter (see Dual
and Triple Transmitters) to operate your gate opener and your garage door opener. Compatible
with most garage door openers.

Dual & Triple Button Transmitters (RB742 & RB743)

The Dual (RB742) & Triple (RB743) Button Transmitters are for remote control of multiple
separate gate openers, and/or gate opener(s) and garage door opener(s) (see Garage Door Re­ceiver). 9 Volt battery included.

If you have a question about any special order item,

just call 1-800-543-GATE!

3121 Hartsfield Road • Tallahassee, Florida, USA 32303

Telephone GTO/PRO Sales: 1-800-543-GATE (4283) or [phone] • Fax [phone]

or GTO Technical Service: 1-800-543-1236 or [phone] • Fax [phone]

www.gtopro.com

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