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Lightweight folding solar charging kit – Instruction manual

Models: ARF-FWP-80M, ARF-FWP-100M, ARF-FWP-120M

Contents

1. Product overview ..................................... 3

2. Installation instructions ............................ 5

3. Solar charge controller operation ............ 7

4. Troubleshooting ………………...………...8

5. Frequently asked questions .................... 9

6. Maintenance .......................................... 11

7. Warranty ................................................ 11

8. Technical specifications ......................... 12

Summary of Contents for ARF-FWP-100M

Page 1: ...Lightweight Folding Solar Charging Kit INSTRUCTION MANUAL For 80W 100W and 120W models Application motorhomes caravans RVs campervans cars boats yachts and other systems with 12V lead acid batteries...

Page 2: ...2 Models ARF FWP 80M ARF FWP 100M ARF FWP 120M Contents 1 Product overview 3 2 Installation instructions 5 3 Solar charge controller operation 7 4 Troubleshooting 8 5 Frequently asked questions 9 6 M...

Page 3: ...ce The kit is fitted with a two part folding stand which may be erected to position the panels towards direct sunlight to maximize the energy output When not in use the kit can be placed inside the pr...

Page 4: ...tion one of the most important functions of the controller When your battery is full the controller will either switch to a trickle charging mode where it will continue to gently top up the battery or...

Page 5: ...kit is always connected to the battery terminals directly Unless you are certain do not use any existing 12V inputs or sockets e g a cigarette lighter socket for connecting the kit because these input...

Page 6: ...at a default charging voltage 14 4V at 25 C reducing to float voltage 13 7V at 25 C when the battery is full While these voltages are suitable for charging most 12V lead acid batteries please check t...

Page 7: ...Charging Boost stage Slow flash once per 2 seconds Battery is full float charging maintaining Yellow Battery status Off Battery disconnected or overvoltage protection On Battery normal Slow flash once...

Page 8: ...ly between the controller and your battery connections directly under the controller attachment of cables to the plugs fuse holder connection attachment of cables to crocodile clips Green LED permanen...

Page 9: ...tage is suitable for the controller s operating voltage If not change to a suitable battery or reset the working voltage Figure 3 Troubleshooting 5 Frequently asked questions FAQ Q What type of batter...

Page 10: ...ction i e it turns itself off when the battery becomes low An infrared programming device purchased separately might be required to set up the load output timing Q Can the kit charge two or more 12V b...

Page 11: ...ls gently using a soft cloth dry or moist with lukewarm water Do not use brushes scrapers metal tools or any high pressure water tools Do not use any cleaning substances and do not allow the surface o...

Page 12: ...ls of folding solar kits Specifications under standard test conditions STC 1000W m2 AM 1 5 25 C Data provided for the solar panels only without the effect of the MPPT solar charge controller which is...