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• 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.
•Solar power options are available; see Solar Chart on next page.
• All low voltage wire used for powering the GTO/PRO gate operators MUST be dual conductor, multi-
stranded, direct burial wire.
Step 21:
Choose the electrical outlet into which the transformer will be plugged. Measure the distance from the electrical outlet to
the control box, following the path where the low voltage wire will run (to prevent overpowering the charging circuit
it is important to use at least 10 ft. of wire; the maximum distance can be no more than 1000 ft.).
Powering the System
100'0' 200' 300' 400' 500' 600' 700' 800' 900' 1000'
240
0
480
720
960
1200
1440
1680
Length of Wire from Transformer to Control Board
CAUTION: Wire MUST be at least 10 ft. long.
Cycles per Day without Draining the Battery
12 gauge wire
14 gauge wire
16 gauge wire
GTO/PRO SL-1000
Maximum number of cycles in a 24 hour period
on a single gate with a 5 amp draw.
Predicting the exact maximum number of operational cycles at peak load is more of an art form than an exact science. The
above chart illustrates the average maximum number of cycles possible (the “MNC”) in a 24 hour period with a single gate
that weighs 1000 lbs. and is installed such that the motor draws 5 amps to move the gate (typical installation on ball bearing
hinges). Please keep the following variables in mind:
1) If the gate is binding, dragging, in high winds, or if ball bearing hinges are not used, it will require more than 5 amps to
move it; this will reduce the MNC. Gates weighing less than 1000 lbs. may have a higher MNC.
2) The above illustration is 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 108 volts), it can significantly
reduce the MNC (as much as 50%).
3) A fully charged battery has an inherent reserve of 50-100 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 condi-
tions.
4) The above chart is based upon an ambient temperature of 40º F. Battery performance and speed at which it will recharge
will fluctuate based upon temperature.
5) The MNC for the GTO/PRO 2000 is roughly comparable to most AC powered operators, and the transformer provided
with this operator should handle most high traffic situations. If the battery does not seem to be able to provide the constant
charge required for your application, the addition of a deep cycle marine battery should provide ample power to handle
any situation. For more information, call GTO’s service department.
6) The MNC with dual gate applications will be about half of those with a single gate.