Solar Panel
Normal Operation
After commissioning, the battery is trickle-charged by electrical energy generated by the solar panel.
The energy is stored in the high capacity NiMH battery (acting like a reservoir) and the system provides
uninterrupted service through many climatic seasons. It is normal for the battery to gain more energy
summer as compared to winter- the Solar Panel converts the intensity of light to energy upon availability.
Caution - Excessive Energy Use
If daily motor activations exceed recommended cycles per day as stated in the Solar Pack Performance
Chart, the solar panel will not be able to "replenish" the battery as designed.
If the motorized shade does not operate due to an excessively diminished battery, the battery may
require a full recharge.
Note
10,000 Lux
are required to trickle charge the motor. Solar Panels should not be used on north facing
windows nor in areas where you do not have at least
6 hours
of direct sunlight per day.
Window Application Tables and Guidelines
Note:
No Film or Tint on the Window
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