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Power Requirements
The Gatekeeper YG operates using standard power or a solar power source. Whichever
you choose, your power source must be constant and reliable.
Installing the Gatekeeper YG requires a degree of comfort working with
electricity. If you are not confident in your abilities, hire a professional!
Standard Power
The Gatekeeper YG is normally powered by U/E standard power (U model 110V/60Hz
AC ; E model 240V/50Hz AC power). If you have not already done so, wire a
waterproof outlet near the gate following proper safety standards for your area
The Gatekeeper YG requires at least 15A service. Make sure your electrician takes into
account the voltage drop involved in running the wire to your installation location. Use a
sufficient gauge wire to accommodate initial voltage and voltage at the gate. Visit
http://www.calculator.net/voltage-drop-calculator.html to calculate the voltage drop.
There must be a 15A circuit breaker installed between the Gatekeeper YG Control Box
and the power source.
Solar Power
If you plan to use solar panels to power your gate, verify that you have sufficient solar
light available to adequately charge the battery and provide power for the number of
openings and closings you plan to need. Different areas of the planet receive varying
amounts of sunlight, and that amount varies on the time of the year. Account for this in
any solar installation.
To use solar power, connect the charge controller configured for a 12V battery or your
solar panel with integrated charge controller directly to the YG battery inside the control
box. Connect the +Positive from the change controller or solar panel with integrated
charge controller to the +Positive on the battery and –Negative to the –Negative on the
battery.
Insufficient or fluctuating power may permanently damage the Gatekeeper
YG or the battery. It may also affect the reliability of the Gatekeeper YG.
Associated damage is not covered by the warranty.
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