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USE AND CARE
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Do not modify the Solar Panel in any way. Unauthorized modifica on may impair the func on and/or safety
and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applica ons for which the Solar Panel
designed.
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Always check of damaged or worn out parts before using the Solar Panel. Broken parts will affect the
Panel opera on. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Store idle Solar Panel. When Solar panel is not in use, store it in a secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect it for good working condi on prior to storage and before re-use.
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Solar Panel is water resistant, yet the quick connect wiring and adapter plugs must be kept dry.
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Solar Panel will not charge non-rechargeable ba eries. This product is designed to charge standard 12V
b eries and laptops. Product is to be used on 12V Configura ons in parallel ONLY. Posi ve (+) to Posi ve (+),
Nega ve (-) to Nega ve (-).
OPERATION
CONNECTING TO A RECHARGEABLE 12V BATTERY:
1. Connect the quick connect cable to the lead coming from the Solar Panel and then into Solar Panel
port of Charge Controller.
2. A ch the quick connect end of b ery clamps into Output port of Charge Controller.
3. Connect the RED – Posi ve (+) clamp/wire to the Posi ve (+) b ery terminal.
4. Connect the BLACK – Nega ve (-) clamp/wire to the Nega ve (-) b ery terminal.
5. Confirm that both connec ons are ht and secure.
WARNING: Ensure that the posi ve matches the posi ve and the nega ve matches the nega ve. (Connec ons
are in Parallel) Wrong connec ons may cause sparks and void the warranty.
TESTING
You may use a voltage meter or a digital mul -meter to measure the voltage of your solar panel before
connec ng to the b ery. Voltage can range between 15-22 volts. Tes ng will ensure correct charging opera on.
(Tes ng equipment not included)
LOCATION OF SOLAR PANEL
For best results, please locate your Solar Panel in a posi on where it can absorb direct sunlight and generally free
from cover and shade.
MAINTENANCE
Maintain your Solar Panel. It is recommended that the general condi on of any Solar Panel be examined before it
is used. Clean the solar module with a damp towel to insure op mum performance of the Solar Panel. Do not use
any type of solvent for cleaning and be careful not to put too much pressure on the module while cleaning.
