LiftMaster RSL12U Solar Chart Manual - Page 1

CSW24U / CSL24U Current consumption by control board feature 24V (CSW24U, CSL24U) configurations. Add up current draw by feature and accessory to determine total current draw. Control Board Feature Main board with no radios learned One or more LiftMaster® remote controls learned MyQ® device or wireless dual-gate learned Expansion board Per loop detector LOOPDETLM (up to 3 loop detectors can be plugged in to the expansion board) Current Draw (mA) 2.7 +1 +2.4 +11.1 +3.8 Monitored Wireless Edge Kit (Model LMWEKITU receiver accepts up to (4) edge transmitters and each transmitter accepts up to (2) wired edges for a total system +12 of (8) Monitored LiftMaster Edges, (1) receiver per gate operator.) Note: If the additional features on the expansion board are not used, it may be unplugged to conserve additional power draw (11mA) CSW 24U Gate solar cycles per day Total System Current Draw (mA) 5 10W* Solar Panel 15 NOTE: Must Use 24V 20 Solar Panel 40 60 5 20W Solar Panel NOTE:20W would be 15 (2) 10W 12V panels in 20 series 50 100 5 40W Solar Panel NOTE: 40W would be 15 (2) 20W 12V panels in 20 series 100 200 5 60W* Solar Panel 15 NOTE: Must Use 24V 20 Solar Panel 100 250 Zone 1 (6 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 19 20 16 17 14 16 9 10 4 5 41 48 38 45 36 43 26 32 11 16 78 110 74 106 72 104 42 71 10 34 97 173 92 169 90 166 59 131 9 68 Zone 2 (4 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 11 12 8 7 2 #NUM! 9 8 3 #NUM! 25 29 21 26 20 24 11 15 #NUM! 2 47 66 43 63 41 61 15 32 #NUM! 2 58 105 54 101 53 99 25 67 #NUM! 14 Zone 3 (2 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 4 5 2 1 #NUM! #NUM! 2 1 #NUM! #NUM! 10 7 6 #NUM! #NUM! 12 9 8 1 #NUM! 19 28 16 24 15 #NUM! #NUM! 23 1 #NUM! 24 44 21 41 19 #NUM! #NUM! 39 13 #NUM! CSL24U Gate solar cycles per day Total System Current Draw (mA) 5 10W* Solar Panel 15 NOTE: Must Use 24V 20 Solar Panel 40 60 5 20W Solar Panel NOTE:20W would be 15 (2) 10W 12V panels in 20 series 50 100 5 40W Solar Panel NOTE: 40W would be 15 (2) 20W 12V panels in 20 series 100 200 5 60W* Solar Panel 15 NOTE: Must Use 24V 20 Solar Panel 100 250 Zone 1 (6 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 26 28 22 24 20 22 12 14 5 7 57 67 52 62 50 60 36 45 15 23 108 152 103 147 100 144 58 99 14 47 134 240 128 234 125 231 82 181 12 95 Zone 2 (4 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 15 17 12 10 3 #NUM! 13 11 4 #NUM! 34 40 30 36 28 33 15 20 #NUM! 3 65 92 60 87 58 84 21 44 #NUM! 3 81 146 76 140 73 137 34 92 #NUM! 20 Zone 3 (2 Hrs Sunlight/Day) 7Ah 33Ah batteries batteries 6 6 3 1 #NUM! #NUM! 3 2 #NUM! #NUM! 14 10 8 #NUM! #NUM! 16 12 11 1 #NUM! 27 38 23 34 21 #NUM! #NUM! 32 1 #NUM! 34 61 29 56 27 #NUM! #NUM! 54 18 #NUM! * Not Currently Offered in Accessory Line LiftMaster Solar Gate Operators are engineered to have low idle current draw including radio receiver to maximize battery life and solar performance. It is important to note, the following environmental factors can adversely affect battery performance in solar applications. · Cold temperature (below 32°F (0°C)) · Snow cover on solar panel · Reduced hours of sunlight in winter months In geographic areas that experience cold temperatures below 32°F (0°C) for more than two weeks in addition to any of the factors listed above, the following steps can be taken to ensure best performance: · Replace the standard 7Ah batteries with 33Ah batteries. (For linear actuators, use the optional XL control box model XLSOLARCONTU) · In states adjacent to Canada and Canadian provinces, increase the angle of the solar panels by an additional 15 degrees (60 degrees total). This will optimize the solar panels for the winter months and reduce the buildup of snow and ice on the panels. Important note: Daily cycle rate and standby time will be reduced by at least 50% when temperatures reach extreme cold temperatures below -4°F (or -20°C) for periods of more than two weeks. For best performance during the winter months, snow and ice should be removed from the solar panel, moving parts on the gate and gate operator. In addition all snow should be removed from the path of the gate to prevent nuisance reversals. OPTIONAL POWER SUPPLY FOR COLD WEATHER APPLICATIONS Gate Operator Optional Power Supply LA500PKGU, LA412PKGU, LA400PKGU XLSOLARCONTU ((2) 33Ah batteries not included) CSW24U, CSL24U (2) 33Ah batteries recommended in lieu of standard 7Ah batteries RSW12U, RSL12U (1) 33Ah batteries recommended in lieu of standard 7Ah batteries If heavy amounts of snow are expected over several days, the manual disconnect may be engaged and the gate left open to allow access and snow removal. Once the snow is removed, simply reengage the manual disconnect to resume normal operation. For technical questions on solar installations, please contact LiftMaster Technical Support 800.528.2806 © 2016 LiftMaster All Rights Reserved 845 Larch Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126 LiftMaster.com LMGTCTSLGD 2/16 LiftMaster® Solar Gate Cycles per Day Reference Guide LiftMaster Solar Gate Operators feature a best-in-class power management system that delivers power when needed most to operate the gate while minimizing power consumption at all other times. Power is provided to the gate operator via batteries. The batteries are charged from a solar panel(s) connected to the operator. The number of solar panels required is determined by whether the application is for a single or dual-gate, daily cycle rate, control board current consumption by feature and accessory, and region of the country. Solar panel(s) must be located in an open area clear of obstructions and shading for the entire day. Snow, heavy fog or heavy rain affect solar panel performance and charge rate. Solar panels should be cleaned regularly to ensure proper operation. LiftMaster Gate Operators utilizing the solar option in cold weather climates where temperatures reach below -32°F (0°C) for more than 2 consecutive weeks require 33Ah batteries in lieu of standard 7Ah batteries. This is due to the effect of cold weather on batteries and a reduced number of hours of sunlight during the winter months. (see back page for details) LA500PKGU LA412PKGU LA400PKGU CSW24U CSL24U RSW12U RSL12U