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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS

WARNING: Read and understand this entire instruction manual before attempting to assemble, install, operate or  

maintain this product. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property     

 damage!

The following signal words are used to emphasize safety warnings that must be followed when using this  

 product:

PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. 
This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and 
troubleshooting steps described within to ensure your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are 
based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make 
product changes at any time without notice. 

DANGER  Indicates an imminently hazardous 

situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or 
serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous 

situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in death 
or serious injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation 

that, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate 
injury.

NOTICE Indicates important information, which if not 

followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.

WARNING DO NOT operate this product if damaged during shipment, handling or misuse. Before each use, 

inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for cracks, breaks, or bends in the equipment, and any other 
condition that may affect its safe operation. If a problem occurs with the equipment, immediately discontinue its 
use and have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment. 
Please have the serial number, model number, and date of purchase available for reference when calling.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS 
PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND 
WILL VOID WARRANTY.

1. Install all sensitive electrical components (including wiring connections and battery) inside
a weatherproof enclosure to prevent electric shock.

2. Do not wire multiple panels in series.

3. This solar panel kit is not designed for tie-in to an electrical grid.

4. Use with 12 VDC batteries only.

BATTERY/SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning
dry solar panels and outdoor wiring thoroughly
while wearing splash-resistant ANSI-approved
safety goggles and electrically insulated gloves

2. Charge, store, and maintain batteries
according to the supplier’s instructions.

3. Do not stand on or otherwise apply
pressure to panel.

4. Do not allow children to play with or near
this item or electrical components.

5. Inspect at least monthly; do not use if
damaged, parts are loose, water is found

inside the housing, electrical insulation is 
cracked or damaged, or connections are loose.

6. Maintain product labels and nameplates.

These carry important safety information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Performance
Tools for a replacement.

WARNING: The cord of this product contains 

lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), 
chemicals known to the State of California 
to cause cancer, and birth defects or other 
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

 SPECIFICATIONS

Rated Output 12/24 VAC / 1.5 W
Panel Size 13-3/4 IN. L x 4-3/4 IN. W

Summary of Contents for W2997

Page 1: ...rnings and instructions shall be read and discussed with the operators native language by the purchaser owner or his designee Make sure that the operator comprehends its contents Safety information shall be emphasized and understood prior to usage The product shall be inspected per the operating instructions Users of this product must fully understand these instructions Each person operating this ...

Page 2: ...ly discontinue its use and have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment Please have the serial number model number and date of purchase available for reference when calling INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS WARNING READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WIL...

Page 3: ...gh the charger s frame You may damage the frame or break the glass NOTE output will decrease as the panel gets hotter than room temperature 70 f Angle solar intensity cloud cover and other factors will effect output DANGER Follow these instructions carefully Connecting the Battery Alligator Clams incorrectly can cause sparking damage to battery explosions bodily harm and even death Consult vehicle...

Page 4: ... After 90 days and up to one year from date of purchase PERFORMANCE TOOL will replace at no charge any parts which our examination shall disclose to be defective and under warranty These warranties shall be valid only when a sales receipt showing the date of purchase accompanies the defective product or defective part s being returned These warranties exclude blades bits punches dies bulbs fuses h...

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