Nature Power 40 WATT FOLDING SOLAR BRIEFCASE (55701) - Manual (Page 3)

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USE AND CARE
• Do not modify the Solar Panel in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety
and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications for which the Solar Panel was
designed.
• Always check of damaged or worn out parts before using the Solar Panel. Broken parts will affect the Solar
Panel operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Store idle Solar Panel. When Solar panel is not in use, store it in a secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
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Solar Panel is water resistant, yet the quick connect wiring and adapter plugs must be kept dry.
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Solar Panel will not charge non-rechargeable batteries. This product is designed to charge standard 12V
batteries and laptops. Product is to be used on 12V Configurations in parallel ONLY. Positive (+) to Positive (+),
Negative (-) to Negative (-).
OPERATION
CONNECTING TO A RECHARGEABLE 12V BATTERY:
1. Connect the quick connect cable to the lead coming from the Solar Panel and then into Solar Panel Input
port of Charge Controller.
2. Attach the quick connect end of battery clamps into Output port of Charge Controller.
3. Connect the RED – Positive (+) clamp/wire to the Positive (+) battery terminal.
4. Connect the BLACK – Negative (-) clamp/wire to the Negative (-) battery terminal.
5. Confirm that both connections are tight and secure.
WARNING: Ensure that the positive matches the positive and the negative matches the negative. (Connections
are in Parallel) Wrong connections may cause sparks and void the warranty.
TESTING
You may use a voltage meter or a digital multi-meter to measure the voltage of your solar panel before
connecting to the battery. Voltage can range between 15-22 volts. Testing will ensure correct charging operation.
(Testing equipment not included)
LOCATION OF SOLAR PANEL
For best results, please locate your Solar Panel in a position where it can absorb direct sunlight and generally free
from cover and shade.
MAINTENANCE
Maintain your Solar Panel. It is recommended that the general condition of any Solar Panel be examined before it
is used. Clean the solar module with a damp towel to insure optimum performance of the Solar Panel. Do not use
any type of solvent for cleaning and be careful not to put too much pressure on the module while cleaning.
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