Solar e Power
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Case 450 by Wagan Tech
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CauTion
—Keep any objects from resting on the solar panels. This will reduce panel exposure to
sunlight and slow battery charging. Heavy objects can damage the solar panels.
Factory supplied solar panels have a combined rating of 40W, however, actual charging power
may vary depending on environmental factors and sun intensity in your region. The approximate
charging time for the Solar e Power Case using the supplied solar panels is 20 hours of peak
sunlight. Additional solar panels may be connected to reduce charging time. The internal Solar
Charge Controller is rated at a maximum of 5A. Do not connect more than 75W of solar panels,
including the 40W panels that are attached. Doing so will damage the Solar Charge Controller
and void the warranty. Additional solar panels must have the same voltage ratings as factory
supplied panels. (See panel specifications at the rear of this document).
CauTion—Solar Charge ConTroller amPerage limiT:
The Solar Charge Controller is rated at a maximum of 5A. Do not connect more than 75W of so-
lar panels, including the 40W panels that are supplied. Doing so will damage the Solar Charge
Controller and void the warranty.
solar Panel Positioning
To ensure maximum power from the solar panels, position the panels perpendicular to the posi-
tion of the sun. For best results, the solar panels should be in line with the expected path of the
sun. Panel placement varies depending on your location. It is recommended that panel positions
are checked and adjusted every 3 hours to ensure solar absorption is optimized.
CauTion—equiPmenT damage:
When adding solar panels, make sure the solar panels are rated for 12V systems. If you are
connecting multiple solar panels to the Solar Panel Terminals, make sure the combined voltage is
no greater than 17V DC.
Make sure all air vents are not blocked while the Solar e Power Case is in use. It is essential for
maintaining optimum performance.
OUTPUT POWER
Using the Universal AC Outlet Power Receptacles
The Solar e Power Case’s Inverter can operate most AC appliances or a combination of appli-
ances up to 450 watts. The Inverter is capable or handling up to 450 watts for an extended
period of time when additional batteries are connected. However, additional batteries will not
increase the Inverters wattage capability beyond 450W. Operating time (run time) is dependant
on the AC load (watts) and the charge and condition of the Solar e Power Case’s internal battery
and any connected external batteries. Low wattage AC loads and a full battery charge result
in longer operating times. Be sure to turn off or disconnect any AC appliance not in use. The
Inverter has a soft start function that protects the Inverter circuitry from a power surge commonly
present when starting heavy loads. This function may take up to 3 seconds for the Inverter power
light to turn on.
Converting DC battery power to AC generates heat. To minimize heat buildup and possible ther-
mal shutdown, remove obstacles blocking or hindering airflow between the intake and exhaust
