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3.2W Solar Panel
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5. Use and operating mode
After the
Oximo 40 RTS
kit has been installed and commissioned, the battery is charged with electrical
energy by the solar panel:
The electrical energy transmitted by the solar panel is stored by the battery
to power the Oximo 40 RTS
motor.
6. Cleaning
Make sure never to let snow accumulate on the solar panel, and that its photovoltaic cells are not
covered by snow, leaves, etc.
Keep the photovoltaic cells clean by cleaning them with clean water, using a soft cloth to avoid scrat
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ching them.
7. Tips and recommendations
7.1 Problem with the 3.2W Solar Panel ?
Problems
Possible causes
Solutions
The roller shutter is not
operational.
The wiring is incorrect.
Check the wiring and modify it if
necessary.
One of the components (motor,
battery, control point, etc.) is not
working.
See the corresponding guides.
The battery is recharged
several times in a year using
the external battery charger.
The solar panel is faulty or
damaged.
Replace the solar panel.
The battery has reached the end
of its service life.
Replace the battery, see Battery
Pack guide.
7.2 Replacing a solar panel
A solar panel must be replaced by a professional, and only with an identical model.
Never throw out the solar panel with domestic waste. Please take the solar panel to a collection
point or an approved centre to ensure that it is recycled.
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Deactivate the motor using the battery PROG button, see Battery Pack guide or disconnect the
battery from the motor.
- Disconnect the solar panel from the battery.
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Remove the cable from the roller shutter casing.
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Remove the rivets via the inside of the roller shutter casing.
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Remove the solar panel.
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To fit the new solar panel, perform complete reinstallation from section 3
