Installing the Earth Ground
2-2 SlideSmart DC Installation and Reference Manual Revision D
Take the following steps to comply with NEC and NFPA
780 standards:
1. Install a grounding rod per local building codes. See
Figure 2-1.
2. Attach a large earth ground wire (6AWG) from the
grounding rod to the lug nut on the base of the chassis.
• New site: Run the 6AWG wire through the concrete
base and into the cutout on the chassis base.
• Existing site: Run the 6AWG wire beneath the rear
cover.
Properly grounding the gate operator is critical to gate
operator performance and the life of its electrical
components. Use sufficient wire size during installation.
Refer toWiring 115VAC Power or Wiring 208/230VAC
Power.
Consult
local
codes for
3 ft
Figure 2-1.
proper
depth.
Lug nut
Ground wire
and lug nut
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