Frequently Asked Questions - Solar Freeloader Pico PC1005 Mode D'emploi

Frequently Asked Questions

1. My Freeloader Pico has been outside, in
the sun but when I connected it to my
device, it only charged for a short time
and did not deliver much power?
• Please ensure the first charge is given by
the USB cable.
• Please ensure Freeloader Pico is given
exposure to sunny conditions for between
5 to 10 hours.
• Ensure that Freeloader Pico is outside,
facing south, in an un-shaded position
and ideally tilted at a 45 degree angle.
• If Freeloader Pico is connected to a device
that has a near full battery (if for example
you were testing Freeloader Pico from
new), Freeloader Pico
would, potentially, not deliver power
because the power in the device could
be greater than that in Pico. In such
circumstances Freeloader Pico will not be
able to deliver power. Wait until the device
to be charged is 25% to 50% full.
• Ensure Pico is facing daylight and press
Solar Reset Button (D, fig 1) for 3 seconds.
2. How do I know when Freeloader Pico is
fully charged and can I use the power
from Freeloader Pico even if it's not fully
charged?
• You can use power in Freeloader Pico
whether Pico is fully charged or part
charged. To assess the power available
you will need to connect it to a device and
observe LED's E, F , G, H (fig 2)
8