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Solar Panel
Art.no 36-4450
Model 30 W
36-4451
80 W
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Product description
The solar panel has polycrystalline cells which generate electricity
when exposed to light.
Assembly
N.B.
As soon as the solar panel is exposed to light or sunlight, the
terminals in the connection box will be live. To avoid short circuits
when assembling and connecting solar panels, turn them away from
the light or cover them so that they are not producing electricity
during the actual connection procedure. Remove the covering when
all the connections have been made.
• Always mount the panel on a straight, flat surface; do not bend
or twist the panel.
• Never attempt to divide or disassemble the panel.
• Avoid drilling or welding the frame whenever possible.
• Do not use any sharp metal tools or any other things that can
scratch the surface of the panel.
• Install the panel horizontally or vertically with the connection box
at the top. The solar panel should be facing south and at an angle
of 30–40° (summer), 0–20° (winter). Bear in mind that if the solar
panel is cast in shadow, its power output will drop considerably.
Choose a location for the panel with as little shade as possible.
Mount the panel in such a way that air can circulate freely around
it. Use stainless steel fasteners to attach the panel. For easy
installations, use Clas Ohlson’s solar panel mount 36-4490.
Connection
30 W
Use suitable cable, preferably UV-resistant 1.5–4 mm², depending
on the length of cable and size of panel. Open the connection box
by unscrewing and removing the lid. Thread the cable through the
cable clamp. Carefully check the polarity markings on the terminal
block and connect the positive and negative wires accordingly.
80 W
Use suitable cable, preferably UV-resistant 1.5–4 mm², depending
on the length of cable and size of panel. Open the connection box
by carefully releasing the tabs with a screwdriver.
Thread the cable through the cable clamp. Carefully check the
polarity marking on the terminals and connect the positive and
negative wires. There are polarity markings next to the cable clamp
screws.
1. Connection block 30 W
2. Negative terminal and
connection
3. Positive terminal and
connection
4. Connection block 80 W
5. Negative terminal and connection
6. Positive terminal and connection
Handy hint
Coat the wires and terminal posts with Vaseline to protect them from
corrosion. Make sure that the cable clamp is tightened. Close the lid
of the connection box tightly to prevent moisture from entering. If the
solar panel is to be mounted in a coastal area, it is extra important to
protect the installation from moisture to prevent saltwater corrosion.
The solar panel should be connected to a battery system via a
charge regulator. See Clas Ohlson’s product range.
If more than one panel is used, they can be connected in either
series or parallel.
To connect 2 solar panels in
a 12 V system: Connect them
in parallel by connecting the
positive to the positive and the
negative to the negative.
To connect 2 solar panels in
a 24 V system: Connect them
in series by connecting the
positive of one panel to the
negative of the next panel.
Disposal
Follow local ordinances when disposing of this product. If you are
unsure of how to dispose of this product, please contact your local
authority.
Specifications
Model
SY – 30 W
SY – 80 W
Cell type
Polycrystalline Polycrystalline
Max. power
30 W
80 W
Max. voltage
17.2 V
17.2 V
Max. current
1.74 A
4.65 A
Idling voltage
21.6 V
21.6 V
Short-circuit current
1.98 A
5.29 A
Max. system voltage
600 V
600 V
Size (L × W × H)
510 × 510 × 30
930 × 670 × 30
Note:
The solar panels have individual rating plates and their
specifications might differ slightly from the above example.
Connections for 12 V or 24 V systems
4
6
5
3
2
1
