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RV Kit Installation
RV Kit Installation
RV Kit Installation
RV Kit Installation
RV Kit Installation
1.0 Installation Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of a Go Power! Electric RV Solar Power Kit. You have
chosen a clean, quiet and sustainable way to provide power to your recreational vehicle.
A Go Power! Electric RV Solar Power Kit gives you the ability to dry camp while ensuring
your batteries remain fully charged. The Go Power! Electric RV Solar Power Kit allows
you to enjoy the luxuries and necessities that electricity provides, with or without a
campsite hookup. For simple battery maintenance to full-time live-aboard power, Go
Power! Electric RV Solar Power Kits are available in a variety of sizes and can be
installed on RVs, campers, trailers, 5
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wheels and motor homes.
1.1 How Does the Go Power! Electric RV Solar Power Kit Work
The solar module converts a portion of the sun’s energy into DC electricity and this
electricity or specifically the current travels to the battery via a conductor, usually
copper wire. The battery stores the current as amperage, similar to a water tank
storing water. A battery is also designed to produce voltage which, when combined
with amperage, gives power. The battery power may be used at any time to operate
devices connected to the battery. When a battery is receiving and storing current from
the solar module, the battery is referred to as being charged or charging. To stop the
battery from being overcharged by the solar module, a charge controller or regulator
is connected between the two. The GPR-22 regulator will disconnect power from the
solar module when the battery voltage reaches the fully charged point. A battery can
only absorb a small percentage of its capacity at any given time, therefore when the
regulator stops the charging process the battery voltage will drop slightly. Once the
battery voltage drops by approximately one volt, the GPR-22 regulator will resume
charging.
Please read and understand all instructions before installing your new product for the
easiest and safest installation. Before installing the kit, please review the installation
design included in this Installation Manual. If you have any doubts as to this kit’s
sustainability or compatibility with your RV, please contact your authorized Go Power!
Electric RV Dealer. It is advisable to retain this manual for future reference.
1.2 Warnings
Electrical Safety
Disconnect all power sources before attempting installation. Electricity can be very
dangerous. Installation should be performed only by a licensed electrician or qualified
personnel.
Solar Module Safety
Photovoltaic modules generate DC electricity when exposed to sunlight or other light
sources. Contact with the electrically active parts of the module, such as terminals, can
result in burns, sparks and lethal shock whether the module is connected or disconnected.
When modules are connected in parallel, amperages are additive. Consequently, a
system assembled from photovoltaic modules can produce high amperages, which
constitute an increased hazard.
Do not touch terminals while module is exposed to light. Cover the module face
completely with opaque material to halt the production of electricity when installing or
working with modules or wiring.
Battery Safety
Observe all safety precautions of the battery manufacturer when handling or working
around batteries. When charging, batteries may produce explosive hydrogen gas. Work
in a well ventilated area and use caution when making or removing electrical connections.
Ensure wires are disconnected from their power sources when wiring. Do not expose
battery to open flame, cigarettes, or sparks. Shield skin and eyes from battery acid.
Wiring Safety Ensure all connections are tight and secure. Loose connections may
generate sparks.
Work safely Wear protective eyewear and appropriate clothing during installation.
Use extreme caution when working with electricity and when handling and working
around batteries. Use properly insulated tools only.
