SOL30P - Solar panel Perel - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SOL30P Perel

To all residents of the European Union Important environmental information about this product This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules. If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities. Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Risk of electroshock when opening the cover. Touching live wires can cause life- threatening electroshocks. Do not disassemble or open the housing yourself. Have the device repaired by qualified personnel. As soon as the solar module is exposed to (sun)light, the terminals in the connection box will be live. To avoid short-circuits when assembling and connecting, turn them away from the light or cover them so that they are not producing electricity. Remove the covering once all connections have been made.

Always mount the module on a straight and flat surface. Do not bend or twist the module. Never attempt to divide or disassemble the module. Avoid drilling or welding the frame whenever possible. Do not use sharp metal tools or any other tools that can scratch the surface of the module. Install the module horizontally or vertically with the connection box at the top. The solar module should be facing south at an angle of 0-20°. Bear in mind that if the solar module is cast in shadow, its power output will drop considerably. Choose a location for the module with as little shade as possible.

3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman

Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual. Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it. All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty. Only use the device for its intended purpose. All other uses may lead to short circuits, burns, electroshocks, crash, etc. Using the device in an unauthorized way will void the warranty. Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems. Nor Velleman nv nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or indirect) – of any nature (financial, physical…) arising from the possession, use or failure of this product. Keep this manual for future reference.SOL10P/SOL30P/SOL60P

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

1. Use a suitable cable – preferably a UV-resistant cable with section 1-2.5 mm² - depending on the

length of the cable and the size of the panel.

2. Open the connection box. Thread the cable through the cable clamp. Carefully check the polarity

markings on the terminal block and connect the positive and negative wires accordingly. There are polarity markings next to the cable clamp screws.

Coat the wires and terminal posts with Vaseline

to protect them from corrosion. Make sure that the cable clamp is tightened. Close the lid of the connection box tightly to prevent moisture from entering. If the solar module is to be mounted in a coastal area, it is extra important to protect the installation from moisture to prevent saltwater corrosion.

The solar module should be connected to a battery system via a charge controller.

If more than one panel is used, they can be connected in either series or parallel.SOL10P/SOL30P/SOL60P

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Parallel Connection: Connect your solar modules in parallel by connecting the positive to positive and the negative to negative.

Series Connection: Connect your solar modules in series by connecting the positive of one module to the negative of the next module.SOL10P/SOL30P/SOL60P

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7. Cleaning and Maintenance

Occasionally wipe with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.

A Velleman NV detém os direitos de autor deste manual do utilizador. Todos os direitos mundiais reservados. É estritamente proibido reproduzir, traduzir, copiar, editar e gravar este manual do utilizador ou partes deste sem prévia autorização escrita por parte da detentora dos direitos.Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty Since its foundation in 1972, Velleman® acquired extensive experience in the electronics world and currently distributes its products in over 85 countries. All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions). General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

• All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.

• Velleman® can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion. You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

• Not covered by warranty: - all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity...), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits; - consumable goods, parts or accessories that are subject to an aging process during normal use, such as batteries (rechargeable, non- rechargeable, built-in or replaceable), lamps, rubber parts, drive belts... (unlimited list); - flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc.…; - flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer’s instructions; - damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally); - damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article; - all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman®.

• Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman® dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.

• Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.

• Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.

• The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties. The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article’s manual).