Section 4
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CHARGING
Fully charge before first use. For maximum efficiency, charge after each use or every 2 months if it
is being stored. Failure to properly charge as listed below could damage the unit and affect
performance. CAUTION: ONLY USE CHARGERS PROVIDED WITH THE SOLARPOD 1K
TM
OR DAMAGE
MAY OCCUR.
Charging Indicator - Indicates Charging Rate
1.
Five yellow LEDs represent the charging rate when using any of the methods of charging
below.
2.
Each yellow LED equals approximately 20% charge rate. This will help you to position a solar
panel in the best angle to the sun. If the Solarpod 1K is plugged into a 100V – 240VAC or 12V -
24VDC power source, all 5 LEDs should be illuminated.
Battery Indicator - Indicates Battery Capacity Level
1.
Five blue LEDs represents the current battery capacity.
2.
Each blue LED represents approximately 20% full.
Solar Charging (recommended Sunbird Solar 120W Solar Panel)
1.
The Solarpod 1K has built-in battery protection but also requires a solar charge controller.
2.
Place the solar panel in direct sun.
3.
Connect the Solarpod 1K solar controller (included) male pin tip to the DC IN port on the
Solarpod 1K. Connect the MC4 (+) and (-) tips to the solar panel.
4.
Adjust the solar panel so that it is directly facing the sun. Charging will begin immediately and
the yellow charging LED indicators on the Solarpod 1K will illuminate.
5.
To ensure full battery charge, continue charging for 1 additional hour.
6.
The LED indicator on the Solarpod 1K Solar Charge Controller will illuminate red when charging
is in process and green when the Solarpod 1K has reached a full charge.
7.
Solarpod 1K Solar Controller should be disconnected when Solarpod 1K is fully charged.
AC Wall Charging (Adapter Included)
1.
Connect the male pin tip of the AC Wall Charger into the DC IN port of the Solarpod 1K and
then plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
2.
The charging indicator on the AC Wall Charger will illuminate red when charging is in process
and green when the Solarpod 1K has reached a full charge.
3.
The yellow charging LED indicators will also illuminate.
4.
To ensure full battery charge, continue charging for 1 hour after Solarpod 1K is fully charged.
5.
There is no need to disconnect AC Wall Charger when charging is complete.
Connecting Charging Lines to the Solarpod 1K
1.
Align head tabs with DC IN socket on back of unit.
2.
Turn head clockwise until the silver lock tab is at top and press lock tab toward unit.
3.
To unplug charging head, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Section 5
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Once charged, the Solarpod 1K is ready to use right out of the box. No set up is required. All
outputs may be used simultaneously. Check your device’s specifications to make sure they are
compatible with the Solarpod 1K.
ON/OFF Button
- When on, the switches surrounding LED light will turn green.
AC Power Button
- When on, the switches surrounding LED light will turn red.
USB Operation
•
Turn the ON/OFF BUTTON on.
•
Plug in your device’s USB power or charging cable.
•
A combined 5V/2A maximum output is available between the two ports (when fully
charged).
•
Disconnect and power off when not in use.
AC Operation (max 1000W output)
•
Press the AC power button to activate the inverter.
•
Plug in your device’s power or charging cable into the electrical AC socket.
•
Disconnect and turn off the power when not in use.
•
CAUTION: CHECK CAREFULLY THAT THE VOLTAGE RATING OF YOUR APPLIANCE MATCHES
THE VOLTAGE RATING OF THE Solarpod 1K UNIT YOU HAVE PURCHASED.
•
CAUTION: Using devices rated higher than 900-1000W and operated for more than 10
minutes may cause the Solarpod 1K to overheat and shut down. Once it has cooled the
circuit will reset and the Solarpod 1K will be operational again.
Advantages of a Pure Sine Wave Inverter
A pure sine wave inverter produces a nearly perfect sine wave output (less than 3%
total harmonic distortion) that is essentially identical to utility-supplied grid power.
Eliminates electrical interference, overheating and noise.
Computer crashes and other appliance operational glitches can be avoided.
Inductive loads such as variable-speed motors and microwave ovens can be used,
and supports in running them quieter and cooler.
Some appliances and sensitive electronics will simply not work properly without
pure sine wave power.
Reduces audible and electrical noise in fans, fluorescent lights, magnetic circuit
breakers and electronic gears.
12V DC Operation (Max 15A output)
•
Turn the ON/OFF BUTTON on.
•
Plug in your 12V device’s power or charging cable into the 12V Vehicle Socket.
•
Neither power button need to be on.
•
Disconnect and power off when not in use.
1. Align Tabs
2. Turn Clockwise
3. Press in Lock
