LiftMaster RSL12U RSL12U Troubleshooting Guide Manual - Page 17

SOLAR SOLAR TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM The operator alarm will beep three times with a command and the BATT LOW LED will be on when the solar panel is not charging the battery. SOLUTIONS • Check that the correct number of solar panels are connected to the operator. 12V operators require one 10W 12V panel up to a maximum of three 10W 12V panels. 24V operators require two 10W 12V panels up to a maximum of six 10W 12V panels. • Check that the correct batteries are used for the application. • Check that the whole panel(s) is facing south within 150 feet of the operator and receiving full sunlight. Make sure the solar panels are not in the shade. • Check that the accessories are not drawing too much current. Use LiftMaster low current draw accessories. • Check that the number of gate cycles does not exceed the cycle ratings for the operator and application. • Check that the number of gates cycles corresponds with the solar zones (see below). Refer to your gate operator manual for specific gate cycles. SOUTH SOLAR ZONES 1 ZONE 1 (6 Hours of Sunlight/Day): Ideal for solar application 2 ZONE 2 (4 Hours of Sunlight/Day): Recommended for solar application 3 ZONE 3 (2 Hours of Sunlight/Day): Success of solar application will depend on type of gate operator and location of the solar panel NOT AVAILABLE 1 16 NOT AVAILABLE 3 2 1