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Solar Panel(s) 

Perform the following steps to charge the battery using one or two compatible solar 
panels (not included). 

1.

 

Using the instructions that came with your solar panel(s) (not included), place them 
in position to capture solar energy. 

2.

 

Plug the DC barrel connector on a 
compatible solar panel (not included) 
into one of the Charging Input Ports (10) 
on the Power Cache 220. If the solar 
panel is capturing energy, the Charging 
Input LED Indicator (2) will glow Red 
and the LCD Display (1) will blink the 
current charge level. If using two solar 
panels, repeat the process to connect 
the second panel to the Power Cache 
220. 

3.

 

When charging is complete, the LCD Display (1) will show a full charge and the 
Charging Input LED Indicator (2) will change from Red to Green. 

4.

 

Unplug the solar panel(s) from the Power Cache 220. 

 

CHARGING TIMES 

The Power Cache can be charged using the included AC adapter or using compatible solar 
panels (not included). Approximate charge times are as follows. 

Charging Source 

Approx. Charge Time 

AC Power Adapter (15.3 VDC, 3A, included) 

6 hours 

Compatible 37.5-watt Solar Panel (not included) 

6 hours 

Compatible 25-watt Solar Panel (not included) 

7 hours 

Compatible 20-watt Solar Panel (not included) 

11 hours 

Summary of Contents for 15278

Page 1: ...MONOPRICE Power Cache 220 Solar Power Generator P N 15278 User s Manual ...

Page 2: ...uired by the device Take care to prevent damage to the power cord Do not allow it to become crimped pinched walked on or become tangled with other cords Ensure that the power cord does not present a tripping hazard Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord Always grasp the connector head or adapter body Clean using a soft dry cloth only Do not use chemical cleaners solvents or detergents ...

Page 3: ...B charging ports all of which can be used at the same time It includes overcurrent short circuit under voltage and over voltage protection circuits It is ideal for camping trips outdoor events and for emergency power FEATURES Solar power generator converts solar energy into electricity Built in 18Ah sealed lead acid storage battery Battery can be charged using included AC power adapter or compatib...

Page 4: ...7pm PT Sat Sun 9am 6pm PT or via email at support monoprice com PACKAGE CONTENTS Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed below If anything is missing or damaged please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement 1x Power Cache 220 solar power generator 1x AC power adapter 1x AC power cord NEMA 1 15 to IEC 60320 C7 1x User s manual PRODUCT O...

Page 5: ...ong charging power is applied even after charging is complete When active the LCD display shows the current charge level of the internal battery When the charge level shows 20 or less cease use of the unit and completely recharge the battery Reverse polarity indicator This icon appears when a reverse polarity condition exists Correct the condition to extinguish the icon Over temperature warning in...

Page 6: ... on the included AC power adapter into one of the Charging Input Ports 10 on the Power Cache 220 2 Plug one end of the included AC power cord into the AC power adapter then plug the other end into a nearby AC power outlet The Charging Input LED Indicator 2 will glow Red and the LCD Display 1 will blink the current charge level 3 When charging is complete the LCD Display 1 will show a full charge a...

Page 7: ...ent charge level If using two solar panels repeat the process to connect the second panel to the Power Cache 220 3 When charging is complete the LCD Display 1 will show a full charge and the Charging Input LED Indicator 2 will change from Red to Green 4 Unplug the solar panel s from the Power Cache 220 CHARGING TIMES The Power Cache can be charged using the included AC adapter or using compatible ...

Page 8: ...he 12 VDC Cigarette Lighter Receptacle 11 can provide up to 10 amps of DC power To use this output plug your device into the cigarette lighter receptacle then press the DC Power Button 13 The DC Output LED Indicator 3 will glow Green When you are finished using the cigarette lighter power press the DC Power Button 13 The DC Output LED Indicator 11 will turn off Next unplug your cigarette lighter r...

Page 9: ...t LED Indicator 6 will glow Green When you are finished using USB power press the USB Power Button 7 The USB Output LED Indicator 6 will turn off Next unplug your USB powered device s Note Ensure that the LED Output LED Indicator 13 is off when LED power is not being used to prevent battery self consumption TECHNICAL SUPPORT Monoprice is pleased to provide free live online technical support to ass...

Page 10: ...5 VDC 1A USB charging ports Protection Circuits Over current Short circuit Under voltage Over voltage AC Adapter Input Power 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 2A AC Adapter Output Power 15 3 VDC 3A Solar Panel Input Power Range 16 32 VDC Maximum Input Current 3A Minimum Charging Voltage 6 VDC Maximum Charging Voltage 14 4 VDC Low Battery Protection Voltage 10 5 VDC Battery Recovery Voltage 12 6 VDC Standby Cur...

Page 11: ...protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interferenc...

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