User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment
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Negative (−) Battery Terminal
CHARGING THE SOLAR E POWER CUBE
Make Sure The Solar e Power Cube Is Fully Charged Before First Use.
It is important to charge the Solar e Power Cube for 24 hours before initial use. Recharge after
each use. When storing for long periods of time, it is recommended to charge the battery once
every 3 months. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the battery and reduce the bat-
tery’s ability to hold a charge
CAUTION—rIsk Of DAmAge TO BATTery:
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All lead-acid batteries must be charged at least every 3 months, especially in warm
environments. Leaving a battery in a discharged state, or not charging every 3 months
risks permanent damage.
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Do not attempt to charge Solar e Power Cube battery if it is frozen. A frozen battery
should be gradually warmed to 32 °F (0 °C) before charging.
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Caution: Don’t undercharge the Solar e Power Cube battery.
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Repeated incomplete charging reduces battery life.
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During charging, if the battery status button is pressed, the voltage displayed will be
that of the charger.
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To read battery voltage the user MUST first disconnect the charger from the unit.
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Press the battery status push button. If the reading shows less than 13.5 volts, then
continue charging.
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If the battery reading is above 13.5 volts, allow the battery to rest for one hour.
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During rest period the battery will “settle” to its real voltage. After the rest period, take
the battery status. This reading will display an accurate battery voltage.
