12. MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
12.1 Store the solar panel unplugged, in an
upright position.
12.2 Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
12.3 Do not store the clips clipped together, on
or around metal, or clipped to cables.
13. SPECIFICATIONS
Peak power output .................................................................................................4.8 Watt
Tested under standard conditions ............................................. AM1.5, 100mW/cm
Optimum working voltage .......................................................................................17.50 V
Optimum working current ........................................................................................ 260 mA
Operating temperature ........................................................-40° F–185° F (-40° C–85° C)
14. ACCESSORIES
Solar charge controller ...................................................................................... 940261073
15. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
15.1 When a maintaining or charging problem
arises, make certain that the battery is
capable of accepting a normal charge.
Double check all connections, the solar
panel clips for correct polarity and the
quality of the connections from the cables
to the clips and from the clips to the
battery system. The clips must be clean.
15.2 When a battery is very cold, partially
charged or sulfated, it will not draw the
If these solutions do not eliminate the problem, or for more information
about troubleshooting, contact customer service for assistance:
For REPAIR OR RETURN, contact Customer Service at 1-800-621-5485. DO NOT SHIP
UNIT until you receive a RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION (RMA) number
from Customer Service at Schumacher Electric Corporation.
services@schumacherelectric.com
www.batterychargers.com
or call 1-800-621-5485
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12.4 If the solar panel is moved around the
shop or transported to another location,
take care to avoid/prevent damage to
the cords, clips and solar panel. Failure
to do so could result in personal injury or
property damage.
full rated amperes from the solar panel.
It is both dangerous and damaging to a
battery to force higher amperage into it
than it can effectively use in recharging.
15.3 When an UNKNOWN OPERATING
PROBLEM arises, please read the
complete manual and call the customer
service number for information. This will
usually eliminate the need for return.
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