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SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION
Select Site for Solar Panel(s)
The solar panel(s) must be located in an open area clear of obstructions and shading for the entire day. The solar
panel(s) comes with a 10' cable. If a location near the control box cannot be found, an additional cable will be required.
The LA412 Solar Gate Operator is not supported in northern climates where temperatures reach below -4F. This is due
to cold weather and a reduced number of hours of sunlight during the winter months. Cycle rate may vary from solar chart
for areas that reach below 32F. Solar panels should be cleaned on a regular basis for best performance to ensure proper
operation.
NUMBER OF CYCLES PER DAY
10W SOLAR
Arm Only
Zone 1
50
Zone 2
40
Zone 3
12
1
1
1
2
3
3
Single Arm Installations
1 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 35 10
Loop
50 31 10
LM202
50 31 10
20W SOLAR
Arm Only
50 50 282 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 50 25
Loop
50 50 26
LM202
50 50 26
30W SOLAR
Arm Only
50 50 463 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 50 40
Loop
50 50 44
LM202
50 50 44
NUMBER OF CYCLES PER DAY
10W SOLAR
Arms Only
Zone 1
50
Zone 2
25
Zone 3
8
Dual Arm Installations
1 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 23 7
Loop
50 23 6
LM202
50 23 6
20W SOLAR
Arms Only
50 50 202 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 50 18
Loop
50 50 18
LM202
50 50 18
30W SOLAR
Arms Only
50 50 303 PANEL
Accessories
Solenoid Lock
50 50 27
Loop
50 50 28
LM202
50 50 28
4
4
4
NOT AVAILABLE
NOT AVAILABLE
The map (above) and cycles/day ratings are approximations and do not account for installed accessories that draw
additional battery power. Ratings vary based on gate construction and installation. They are also shown for using a single
10W solar panel in conjunction with two 12 Volt 7.0 AH batteries. Ratings will improve by adding additional 10W solar
panels. If required, up to three 10W panels (30W total) can be wired in parallel to increase the number of cycles per day.
NOTE: The solar panel(s) recommendation is based upon the average solar radiation and the temperature effects on batteries in the
given regions. Local geography and weather conditions may require additional solar panels. Solar panels cannot be installed in areas that
experience heavy fog or lake effect rain and snow.
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