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Test light by covering PV panel with 
cloth provided using clips to confirm 
light comes on.

Remove cloth and re-install cover for 
P3a battery box.

Adjust trunnion to the irradiance 
degree previously calculated, or use 
the solar angle calculator located at 
www.solarelectricityhandbook.com/
solar-angle-calculator.hml

Your DIYSolar Off-Grid light is now 
fully assembled and ready for use!

STEP

2

STEP

3

STEP

4

INSTALLATION

FINALIZATION & TESTING

CONGRATULATIONS!

FINAL ASSEMBLY

Tighten all bolts, and ensure all 
connections to the controller are tight.

STEP

1

14'

20'

Summary of Contents for DIYSolar OFF-GRID

Page 1: ...OFF GRID DIY CONTRACTOR KIT DIY INSTALLATION MANUAL REV 1107 19 144000 AG ...

Page 2: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS Warning and Disclaimer 1 Kit Contents 2 Pre Installation 3 Installation Pole Assembly 4 Battery Box Assembly 5 Wiring 6 Finalization 7 Warranty Information 8 ...

Page 3: ...ere this kit is being installed If the location of the DIYSolar Off Grid DIY Contractor Kit being installed experiences temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius 32 Fahrenheit it must use either an VRLA AGM battery Valve Regulated Lead Acid meant for solar 12vDC or 24vDC or our EcoLiFe NORTH or POLAR products For more information visit our website at https ecosolar ecopowerinc com DO NOT RETURN THIS KI...

Page 4: ...t both ends and pre installed couplers 20 Model Only Pole Hardware 3 8 16 UNC 2B x 3 4 SS Bolts and Rubber Washers 12 18 Preinstalled or tamper proof fasteners and screwdriver 14 14 20 QTY QTY QTY QTY QTY 20 Rack Assembly With 85W or 120W PV panel and attached rack 6 Section of Schedule 40 Pipe With 3 holes drilled at the bottom and fixture mounted at the top NOTE Fixture will arrive with head adu...

Page 5: ...urs Ensure all service locates have been completed including but not limited to gas water telecommunications and power The base pole must be set in 3200 PSI cement in a minimum 12 round for 14 model or 18 for 20 model SONO tube or equivalent that is 4 below grade level The easiest method to hold the pole in place brace is to purchase 2 8 2 x pine boards place one board on the ground place the S1 p...

Page 6: ...ncrete has set for 24 hours or concrete is Remove S2 wrapping and place bottom section does not have collar installed over S1 collar and align holes of S2 to collar Install six 6 3 8 16 UNC 2B x 3 4 SS bolts through S2 into the threaded holes in the collar of S1 and tighten securely Repeat steps 2 through 4 to connect pole section S3 to assembly S2 S1 S1 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 20 Model Only STEP 3B ...

Page 7: ... 6 3 8 16 UNC 2B x 3 4 SS bolts tightened securely Feed fixture connecting wires through the hole in the bottom of the P3a battery box Using the same steps from the pole assembly instructions attach section T1 to the top of the pole assembly STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Remove the front access door from the battery box P3a setting it and fasteners aside and secure for re installation ...

Page 8: ... EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS BATTERY BOX CONNECTIONS J168 04 SS G 60 J168 04 SS G 60 Either MPPT1575 DCR or MPPT2075 DCR with 4 Pin PIR Motion Sensor BLUE BLACK BROWN RED INSIDE TO LED RED BLACK BLACK WHITE GREEN GROUND POINT INSIDE LAMP HEAD EARTH OF LAMP POLE SYSTEM MUST BE CONNECTED TO GROUND ROD REFER TO LOCAL CODE GROUND POINT INSIDE BATTERY BOX FHAC0002LXN 0287005 PXCN 5A FUSE 20A FUSE WHITE BLACK ...

Page 9: ...ce degree previously calculated or use the solar angle calculator located at www solarelectricityhandbook com solar angle calculator hml Your DIYSolar Off Grid light is now fully assembled and ready for use STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 INSTALLATION FINALIZATION TESTING CONGRATULATIONS FINAL ASSEMBLY Tighten all bolts and ensure all connections to the controller are tight STEP 1 14 20 ...

Page 10: ...s and applies from the date of purchase based on normal recommended usage in accordance with applicable specification sheets installation instructions and packaging details This warranty period is based on the rated lamp life of the luminaire and the operating hours of the luminaire For example a luminaire rated at 50 000 hours equates to 5 000 operating hours per year approximately 13 6 hours per...

Page 11: ...n all circumstances How to Obtain Warranty Service In order to obtain service under this limited warranty Buyer must first go to the Sellers website and fill in the application form for Return Authorization found at https ecopowerinc com rma This form must also be accompanied by appropriate documentation and descriptions If requested Buyer must deliver the alleged defective product at Buyer s sole...

Page 12: ...Contractor Kit Bar Code Number Place of Purchase Technical support is available for troubleshooting issues with your DIYSolar Off Grid Contractor Kit You will require your bar code number and place and date of purchase Fill out the information in the boxes above for easy future reference 1 800 564 8086 info ecopowerinc com ...

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