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STEP 5 Mounting Control Box
When deciding where to mount the control box remember the actuator cable for the master gate is 8 feet in
length. If possible mount the control box in a location that will allow the cable to be neatly routed. Do not
splice cable for additional length unless absolutely necessary. If it must be longer than 8 feet see step 6.
After securely mounting control box install battery and all electronic components. Install plastic grommet in
the bottom of the control box (see figure 14) then route actuator cable through the bottom of control box and
secure in place with strain relief provided. Do not connect to battery or control board at this time.
STEP 6 Splicing Master Actuator Cable (only if required)
STEP 7 Splicing Slave Actuator Cable (Required on Patriot II installation)
NOTE: Failure to install extension cable into watertight conduit and keep all connections dry will
result in future problems.
If 8’ actuator cable must be spliced, a watertight junction box must
be used to prevent moisture from splice. The wire used for the
splice should be no smaller than the actuator cable wire provided.
Use only approved wire nuts or crimp splices for connection.
Make second splice inside control box.
5-conductor cable (2-12 gauge, 3-18 gauge wires).
Extension cable is sold separately.
Junction Box (Watertight)
Master Gate Slave Gate
40’ extension cable supplied. Junction Box
Install watertight conduit from Driveway (watertight)
Control box to junction box on Watertight Conduit
Slave gatepost.
Important: The length of the slave cable should be as short as possible.
The supplied 40’ slave cable contains two 12 gauge wires and three 18 gauge wires. Cut the slave actuator
cable to the desired len
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Figure 11
Correct – Install control box to fence by welding Incorrect – Do not mount in areas by automatic sprinklers.
or screws. If drilling is required remove control board All electronics must stay dry.
and all electronic devices to avoid damage from metal
shavings.
Figure 10