Harbor Freight Tools 62443 Instrucciones de montaje

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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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Table of Contents

Safety ......................................................... 2

Specifications ............................................. 5

Setup .......................................................... 5

Operation.................................................... 8

Maintenance.............................................. 10

Parts List and Diagram.............................. 11

Warranty .................................................... 12

WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential

personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that

follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Precautions

1. Exercise special caution if working on roof

or another high location. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times. Follow ladder supplier’s

precautions whenever working near or on a ladder.

2. Install all sensitive electrical components

(including wiring connections, regulator,

and battery) inside a weatherproof

enclosure to prevent electric shock.

3. Do not wire multiple panels in series. If you

need to connect two or more solar panels together,

this work must be done by a qualified electrician

unless they are connected through a regulator.

4. This solar panel kit is not designed for tie-in to a

grid. Only a licensed electrician and a licensed

building contractor can safely design and implement

a grid tie-in system. Any grid tie-in system must

meet all applicable building and electrical codes,

and must meet standards established by the area

power company. Improper grid tie-in can result

in electrocution, fire, and other serious personal

injury and property damage. An incorrectly installed

grid tie-in system can cause feedback voltage,

resulting in electrocution of electrical utility workers.

5. Do not stand on or otherwise

apply pressure to panel.

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6. Handle solar panel with care,

edges may be sharp.

7. Do not focus light on panel.

8. Install components with enough

space to allow proper cooling.

9. This product may occasionally produce

more current and/or voltage than its rated

output. Increase output ratings by 25% when

determining component required voltage

and amperage ratings. Refer to Section

690-8 of the National Electrical Code for an

additional multiplying factor of 125 percent

(80 percent derating) which may apply.

10. Panel must be connected using UL listed outdoor

rated wire of the correct thickness (gauge) for the

amperage rating and length (see warning number

9 also). Follow the guidelines in the chart below:

Current

in Amps

Maximum Length

5' 10' 15' 20' 25'

0-5 18

6-7 18 16

8 18 16

11-12 16 14

15 14 12

18 1620 14 12 10

22-24 12

30 16 14 10

40 12 10 8

50 14

100 12 10 6 4

150 10 84 2

200 8 6

Minimum Wire Gauge

11. Install an appropriate charge controller/regulator

to regulate output and prevent damage. Do not

attach panel to battery or power grid without proper

regulator, inverter, and/or charge controller.

12. Install and use according to applicable

National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

13. This panel is not rated for use as fire-resistant

roofing. If installing on a roof, install only over a fire

resistant roof covering rated for the application.

14. Verify that installation surface has no hidden

utility lines before drilling or driving screws.

15. Install only according to these instructions.

Improper installation can create hazards.

16. Handle panel with care. Glass may break or a

sharp edge may be exposed during movement.

17. Keep installation area clean and well lit.

18. Install out of reach of children.

19. Keep bystanders out of the area during installation.

20. Do not install when tired or when under

the influence of drugs or medication.

21. Use in 12 VDC systems only.

22. WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical

known to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

23. The warnings, precautions, and instructions

discussed in this instruction manual cannot

cover all possible conditions and situations

that may occur. It must be understood by the

operator that common sense and caution are

factors which cannot be built into this product,

but must be supplied by the operator.

Battery Precautions

1. Wear splash-resistant ANSI-approved

safety goggles and electrically insulated

gloves while working near batteries.

2. Use an appropriate charge controller

whenever connected to battery.

3. Charge, store, and maintain batteries

according to supplier’s instructions.

Installation Precautions (cont’d)

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Service Precautions

1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning:

a. Dry solar panels and outdoor

wiring thoroughly while wearing

electrically insulated gloves.

b. Cover all solar panels with an opaque

cover, such as a blanket.

c. Disconnect all solar panels.

d. Disconnect all batteries.

2. Do not service during rain, fog, or

any other wet/humid weather.

3. Do not stand on or otherwise

apply pressure to panel.

4. Do not allow children to play with or near

this item or electrical components.

5. Inspect at least monthly; do not use if damaged,

parts are loose, water is found inside the

housing, electrical insulation is cracked or

damaged, or connections are loose.

6. Maintain product labels and nameplates.

These carry important safety information.

If unreadable or missing, contact

Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

7. WARNING: The cord of this product contains

lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP),

chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer, and birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

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Specifications

Rated Output 14.5 V~ / 15 W (per solar panel)

Open Circuit Voltage 23.6 OCV

Adapter Outlets 3, 6, and 12 VDC

Set Up Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section at the beginning of this manual

including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Make sure that the Power Switch/Trigger is in the off-position and unplug the tool

from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,

refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Installation

Location

1. Locate the Solar Panels (12) where they will

receive full, unobstructed sunlight, especially during

midday. Nearby trees or tall plants will drop debris,

requiring the panels to be cleaned more frequently.

2. The setup location for the Solar Panel Kit must

be inaccessible to children to prevent electric

shock. Build a childproof enclosure if needed.

3. Install the charge controller/regulator and batteries

in a weatherproof enclosure with proper ventilation.

Mounting

1. Select a mounting location for the Solar Panel

Kit. The Solar Panels should face the Sun, and

not be blocked by shadows. The location should

allow the Panels to be protected from accidental

damage. The location should be flat, stable and

able to support the weight of the Solar Panel

Kit’s accessories. Before assembly, be sure

that all accessory cables reach their connection

points without placing any stress on the wiring.

2. Angle face of Solar Panel Frame toward true

south1according to chart that follows:

Latitude Solar Panel Angle

0-4° 10°

5-20° Latitude + 5°

21-45° Latitude + 10°

46-64° Latitude + 15°

65° or more 80°

1Angle towards true north if installed

in southern hemisphere.

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Assembly

1. First, attach all the components of the

frame together. See Figure A.

Mounting

Holes

Mounting

Holes

Figure A

NOTE: Do not fasten connections with hardware yet.

IMPORTANT: During assembly, make sure that the

solar panel mounting holes along the Top Tubes (3) and

Bottom Tubes (6) face OUT from the frame assembly.

2. Attach Corner Connectors (1) to Side Tubes (5).

Then use the Fixed Screws and Nuts (11)

to fasten the Corner Connectors to

the Top Tube. See Figure B.

Fixed Screw (11)

Nut

Corner Connector (1)

Side Tube (5)

Top Tube (3)

Figure B

3. Use Fixed Screws and Nuts to fasten the Top Tubes

to the Leg Connectors (2) and then the Support

Legs (8) to Leg Connectors. See Figure C.

Fixed Screw (11)

Top Tube (3)

Leg Connector (2)

Support

Legs (8)

Figure C

NOTE: There are two possible settings for the Leg

Connectors to allow for different angles facing the sun.

Before securing Leg Supports in place, be sure to adjust

Leg Connectors so that both Connectors are set at the

same angles. This will help keep the frame balanced.

4. Verify all connections are tightened and that

the frame is secure. WARNING! Do not install

the Solar Panels until the frame is properly

assembled and balanced on surface.

5. Determine where you want to position the

frame assembly, making sure it is facing south

(for maximum sun exposure) with no obstructions

in front of it. The Charge Controller (13) must be in

a dry, well ventilated location nearby. If necessary,

build a small structure that guarantees the unit will

stay dry during rain or snow, and, provide enough

ventilation to allow the unit to vent and cool properly.

6. Set the Solar Panels onto the frame assembly,

aligning the Panels’ mounting holes with the

mounting holes on the Top and Bottom Tubes.

Use the Fixed Screws and Nuts to secure the Solar

Panels to the frame assembly. See Figure D.

Fixed Screw (11)

Figure D

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7. Connect end of lead wires coming from the Solar

Panels (12) to the Splitter Cable (10). See Figure E.

Splitter

Cable (10)

Figure E

8. Connect the ends of the Battery

Clamps to the battery terminals on the

back of the Charge Controller.

9. A blue LED indicator will light while panel charges.

10. Attach the Battery Clamps to the battery’s terminals.

WARNING! Connect red connector to positive (+).

Connect black connector to negative (-). Unit will not

function with reverse connection. See Figure F.

Charge

Controller (13)

Battery

Terminals

Fuse

Figure F

11. Connect Splitter Cable to the Charge

Controller. See Figure G.

Splitter

Cable (10)

Figure G

Wiring

Note: Only a licensed electrician and a licensed building

contractor can safely design and implement a grid

tie-in system. Any grid tie-in system must meet all

applicable building and electrical codes, and must meet

standards established by the area power company.

1. Run wires from panels, through weatherproof

grommets and into enclosure where charge

controller/regulator is located. Use wires

of the proper size and rating and use twist

connectors (not included) to connect wires.

2. Connect to Charge Controller according

to Controller’s instructions.

3. Secure all connections using terminals, or solder

all wire splices to ensure good connections.

4. Weatherproof all connections and route the wire in

a way that it will not be torn loose from the panel.

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Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual

including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Note: Performance of the Solar Panels will vary dependent on site location, angle

of the panels in relation to the arc of the sun, and available sunlight.

Recharging a Battery

1. To recharge a 12 volt battery (not included),

while paying attention to the proper polarity

(black (-) is negative and red (+) is positive),

connect the two ring terminals on the Battery

Clamp to the Battery Terminals on the back

of the Charge Controller. See Figure H.

2. Connect the black clamp to the black or negative (-)

terminal on the battery (not included). Finally,

connect the red clamp to the red or positive (+)

terminal on the battery. Avoid accidental contact

of the red and black battery clamps to each other.

3. Turn on the Charge Controller. See the On/Off

switch in Figure H. Initially charge for three days.

On/Off Switch

USB

Output

Digital Voltage

Meter

12V

Female

Output

Female

Inverter

Output

Overload

Discharge

Indicator

Digital

Voltage

Meter

Switch

Figure H

Never leave the battery (not included) unattended

while charging. When battery is fully charged, the

reading on voltage display will show “13” or above.

NOTE: The voltage display will have to be turned on

in order to monitor the battery voltage. (Press the

Voltage Meter Switch to turn off the Voltage Meter

when not monitoring the battery voltage since it

consumes energy.) Twelve (12) Volt batteries should

charge to 13 Volts for a full charge. To stop charging

the battery, turn Power Switch to OFF and disconnect

the solar panels from the Charge Controller.

NOTE: The Charge Controller provides “overcharge”

protection. If the battery voltage is higher than 14.5

V, the regulator will shut off charge from solar panel.

4. The Charge Controller provides the

following protection while charging:

a. Over-discharge Protection: When the electricity

level of the battery goes too low (below

11 volts) from product usage, the Charge

Controller will automatically shut off the power

output to prevent damage to the battery. If

this occurs, stop using the battery and charge

it until the Voltage display shows 13 volts.

b. Overcharge Protection: If the electricity level

on the battery goes too high (above 14.5 volts)

the Charge Controller will automatically shut off

power input to prevent damage to the battery.

c. Overload Protection: If the output current

exceeds 4 amps the fuse (see Figure F) will

blow to prevent damage to the controller in

the Charge Controller. If this occurs, have a

qualified service technician replace the fuse.

Note: The On/Off switch of the Charge Controller

must be in the “On” position to activate the

three protection functions mentioned above.

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Using 12 Volt Lights and Accessories

Note: The Charge Controller must be

in “ON” position at all times.

1. If the 12V Lights (16) aren’t already

attached to the sockets on the end of

each light wire, gently snap them in.

2. Plug the other end of the 12V Light’s wire

into either of the 12 Volt DC outlets on the

Charge Controller as shown in Figure I.

12V DC

Outlets

3V DC

Outlet

6V DC

Outlet

Figure I

3. To turn on and off the lights, flip the

switch on the Light’s wire.

Note: You may plug in the each light

into to either 12V DC outlet.

Note: This system can also be used to power

other small 3V and 6V DC small appliances.

4. Plug the appropriate plug on the Multi

Adapter into the appliance. The adapter

has 3, 6, and 12 Volt DC plugs.

5. Insert the plug on the other end of the wire

attached to the Multi Purpose Adapter into the

appropriate DC Outlet on the Charge Controller.

6. Activate your appliance.

CAUTION! Only one appliance can be used at

a time with this adapter and the adapter must

be plugged into the same voltage output.

7. When finished, unplug the Multi Adapter wire

plug from the Charge Controller and then

unplug the Multi Adapter from the appliance.

8. To charge cell phone or other small electronic item,

plug the item’s power cored into the USB Port on

the front of the Charge Controller. See Figure I.

9. Use the Inverter Output and the 12V

Female Output ports to connect the male

adapters for 12V accessory items that

need to be charged. See Figure I.

10. To prevent accidents, turn off the appliance

and after use. Clean, then store the

appliance indoors out of children’s reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual

must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:

Before service, maintenance or cleaning:

a. Dry solar panels and outdoor wiring thoroughly while wearing electrically insulated gloves.

b. Cover solar panels with an opaque cover.

c. Disconnect all solar panels and batteries.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR CUTS:

Do not use damaged solar panel.

If wiring insulation is damaged or weathered, glass is cracked, or housing is opened, have the

problem corrected before further use.

Note: It is normal to see up to 20% degradation in amorphous silicon solar panel

performance within the first 6 months before the amorphous coating stabilizes.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

Clean and inspect the Solar Kit system MONTHLY,

or more frequently to maintain peak efficiency.

1. Wear electrically insulated gloves and

ANSI-approved safety goggles. Dry solar

panels and outdoor wiring thoroughly.

2. Cover solar panels with opaque cover.

3. Disconnect all solar panels and batteries.

4. Clean solar panels one at a time with mild, non-

abrasive cleanser and soft cloth and paper towels.

Do not clean with brushes or abrasive cleaners.

5. Inspect general condition of Solar Kit system

(panels, batteries, controllers, and mounting).

Check for loose hardware, wiring insulation damage

or weathering, cracked glass, open housing, cracked

or broken parts, loose or corroded contacts, and any

other condition that may affect its safe operation.

6. Maintain batteries according to

supplier’s instructions.

Adjustment

To increase efficiency:

1. In the Winter, increase the panels’ angle by 10°.

2. In the Summer, decrease the angle by up to 10°.

3. In Spring and Fall, keep the angle

recommended on page 5.

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