Controlled Products Systems Group SWINGSMART DC 20 - Manual (Page 46)

Using A Solar Powered Operator
2-8 SwingSmart DC Installation and Reference Manual Revision E
Connecting the SwingSmart DCS 20 to Solar Power
Panels
1. Use 14 gauge wire or larger to connect the solar panel(s) within 100ft (30.5m) of the operator. Check
NEC and local regulations if other distances apply.
2. Use one 24VDC solar panel or two 12VDC solar panels in series with a total capacity of at least 20W.
Mount them according to the manufacturer's installation instructions.
3. Make sure both DC power switches on the SwingSmart control box are in the OFF position, and then
remove the two Phillips head screws that secure the 24VDC cover to the junction box.
4. Wire nut or crimp bond the solar panel wires to the black and red input wires. See Figure 2-5.
5. Wire nut or crimp bond the equipment ground wire to the green ground wire in the junction box.
NOTE
For extended battery backup installation instructions, refer to Installing the Extended Battery
Backup Kit .
6. Slide the plastic cover off the control box and attach the red spade connector to the battery terminal on the
upper DC power switch. See Figure 2-6.
7. Turn both DC power switches ON and program the Smart DC Controller. See Configuring the Setup
Menu .
Two 12V panels in
series connect to gate operator
12V
Minimum
10W Panel
Minimum
20W Panel
One 24V panel connects
to gate operator
Minimum
10W Panel
12V
24V
or
Figure 2-5. Solar Panels and Wiring Connections
Green wires
Red wires
Black wires