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MONOCRYSTALLINE SOLAR BLANKETS
REDARC Solar Blankets are designed to provide high efficiency in a robust, flexible construction.
They are constructed using heavy duty canvas and robust materials making them suitable for off–road
and outback conditions.
WARNING AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — THIS MANUAL
CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
REDARC SOLAR BLANKETS.
DO NOT operate Solar Blankets UNLESS YOU HAVE READ
AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL and the Blanket is installed
as per these installation instructions. REDARC recommends
that the Blanket be installed by a suitably qualified person.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES:
Working in vicinity of a Lead-Acid battery is dangerous.
Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation.
For this reason, it is of utmost importance that you follow the
instructions when installing and using the Solar Blanket.
WARNING:
Check the manufacturer’s data for your battery
and ensure that the maximum voltage of the profile you select
does not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended maximum
charging voltage. If the maximum voltage is too high for your
battery type, please select another charging profile.
RISK OF DAMAGE AND INJURY FROM IMPROPERLY
SECURED BLANKETS:
Solar Blankets mounted to all types of vehicles, including
but not limited to, 4×4 Vehicles, RVs, Caravans, etc. are
subject to high wind and vibration forces when driving. The
instructions provided in this manual are just intended as a
guide. Solar Blankets must be securely attached to the vehicle
in accordance with all local and national safety standards. In
addition, the solar mount manufactures' instructions must
be adhered to or may be required to be exceeded to comply
with local and national standards. It is recommended that a
suitably qualified installer be used.
CAUTION
1.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they are supervised or have been instructed on
how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
2.
Do NOT connect the Solar Blanket directly to a Battery. A
Solar Regulator must be used between the Solar Blanket
and the Battery.
3.
Only use the Solar Blanket for charging Lead Acid,
Gel, Calcium content, AGM or Lithium Iron Phosphate
batteries using a Solar Regulator suitable for the Battery’s
chemistry.
4.
The Battery should be mounted in a well ventilated area,
as far as possible from any ignition sources. NEVER
smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of battery
or engine. This may cause the battery to explode.
5.
An unconnected Blanket exposed to light may generate
voltages up to their rated open-circuit voltage on their
leads. Completely cover all Blankets with an opaque
material during installation, and when connecting or
disconnecting conductors to reduce the chance of an
electrical spark.
6.
The Solar Blanket will achieve best results when proper
battery maintenance is regularly performed. This includes
but is not limited to checking water and specific gravity
levels of the battery.
7.
Do not use mirrors or other devices to artificially
concentrate sunlight on the Blanket.
8.
All Blankets used in series, parallel, or series-parallel
should be positioned to receive identical amounts of light
to reduce risk of Blanket damage.
9.
Partially shaded or partially obscured Solar Blankets will
have reduced output, and can potentially damage the
Solar Blanket.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
10.
To assist with the safe operation and use of the Solar
Blanket when connected (via a Regulator) to the battery:
a)
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection.
Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
b)
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, remove
the affected clothing and wash the affected area of
your skin immediately with soap and water. If battery
acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with
running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek
medical assistance immediately.
