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Item 57968 57970 

        

Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual  
must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:  
Before service, maintenance or cleaning:

a. 

Dry solar panels thoroughly while wearing electrically insulated gloves.

b. 

Disconnect USB Cable.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR CUTS:   
Do not use damaged solar panel.   
If cable insulation is damaged or weathered, housing is opened, have the problem corrected 
before further use.

Cleaning

Clean and inspect the Solar Panels MONTHLY, 
or more frequently to maintain peak efficiency.

1. 

Wear electrically insulated gloves and 
ANSI-approved safety goggles.

  Dry solar 

panels and USB cable thoroughly.

2. 

Disconnect any item being 
charged before cleaning.

3.  Clean Solar Panels one at a time with mild, non-

abrasive cleanser and soft cloth and paper towels.  
Do not clean with brushes or abrasive cleaners.

4.  Inspect general condition of Solar Panels.  Check 

for loose hardware, wiring insulation damage or 
weathering, open housing, cracked or broken 
parts, loose or corroded contacts, and any other 
condition that may affect its safe operation.

Adjustment

To increase efficiency:

1. 

In the Winter,

 increase the panels’ angle by 10°.

2. 

In the Summer,

 decrease the angle by up to 10°.

3. 

In Spring and Fall,

 keep the angle 

recommended on Page 4.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY.  NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR 
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS 
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE 
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.  IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY 
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND 
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER.  THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY 
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS 
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Summary of Contents for 57970

Page 1: ...rence 21a When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2020 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manua...

Page 2: ...all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal...

Page 3: ...n of electrical utility workers 4 Do not apply pressure or press down on the Solar Charger when it is folded 5 Do not focus light on panel 6 This product may occasionally produce more current and or voltage than its rated output Increase output ratings by 25 when determining component required voltage and amperage ratings Refer to Section 690 8 of the National Electrical Code for an additional mul...

Page 4: ...rams on Page 7 1 Select a location where the Solar Panel faces the sun and is not blocked by shadows Choose a location that protects the panels from accidental damage 2 Unfold the Solar Panel allowing the front to have full unobstructed sunlight The Solar Panel must have at least four hours of direct sunlight to fully charge a small electronic device 3 Angle face of Solar Panel toward true south a...

Page 5: ...ble to the Solar Panel s USB Output 7 Once the device is recharged remove the USB cable 8 After use untie the Solar Panel if it is hanging or fold the Stand back in place if used 9 Clean and fold the Solar Panel Keep it closed when not in use CAUTION Do not apply pressure or press down on the folded Solar Panel 10 Store the Foldable Solar Panel and USB Cable in a dry location out of the reach of c...

Page 6: ... general condition of Solar Panels Check for loose hardware wiring insulation damage or weathering open housing cracked or broken parts loose or corroded contacts and any other condition that may affect its safe operation Adjustment To increase efficiency 1 In the Winter increase the panels angle by 10 2 In the Summer decrease the angle by up to 10 3 In Spring and Fall keep the angle recommended o...

Page 7: ... Output Cover 1 5 Dual USB Output 1 Part Description Qty 6 USB Output Base 1 7 USB Port Cover 2 8 Solar Panel 4 9 USB Cable not shown 1 57970 9W Solar Panel Part Description Qty 1 Grommet 4 2 Fabric 1 3 Stand 1 4 USB Output Cover 1 5 Dual USB Output 1 Part Description Qty 6 USB Output Base 1 7 USB Port Cover 2 8 Solar Panel 2 9 USB Cable not shown 1 4 6 7 5 2 1 8 3 2 1 4 6 7 8 5 3 ...

Page 8: ...ath injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTAB...

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