Cyclapse Classic
Troubleshooting Guide
The very best way to troubleshoot power problems is with a DC voltmeter, generally
called a multi-meter. If you don't have access to one, they are very inexpensive, and
available at any hardware store, auto parts store, or at electrical or electronics supply
companies. Set the meter to DC volts. If you must select a voltage range, try a lower
range… 20 volts for instance. The test probes that come with the voltmeter can plug into
the test points of the Cyclapse Power Module. The black probe should connect to the
COMMON test point on the voltmeter, and it's tip to the black test point on the Cyclapse
Power Module. The Red probe should plug into the VOLTS/AMPS/OHMS test point on
the voltmeter.
For more info on the Cyclapse Power Module, please refer to
Cyclapse Power Module
Website
. There is a separate
Product guide
which has additional detail.
Battery Pack
The red test point on the Cyclapse Power Module will indicate the voltage on the battery
packs. If two battery packs are connected, the voltage will be of the higher charge pack.
Battery Pack Voltage Range:
0 volts: Very odd! There is apparently no charging power (i.e. from solar panel),
and the battery doesn't have any charge. There's something amiss! Perhaps the
Solar Charger circuit, wiring, or solar panel has failed.
0-12 volts: The protection circuits within the battery pack may have disconnected
the battery. It may be discharged too low, or too much current may have been
drawn. Try charging it again using the supplied AC charger. The charge power
source (solar panel?) is apparently providing some juice, but not enough to charge
the battery.
12-13 volts: The battery pack is drained… the circuits may shut down soon. There
may not be enough sunlight to keep the battery charged, or too much power is
being drawn.
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