.5W Solar Panel Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read and understand all instructions, warnings, and cautions before using this product. Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and cautions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
Thank you very much for choosing a Nature Power product! Save the receipt, and this manual. A receipt is required for warranty service. This solar panel is designed for keeping 12V batteries charged. RDK Products is not responsible for issues arising from modification or use of this panel in an application for which it was not designed.
Intended Use This solar panel is designed to prevent rechargeable 12 Volt batteries from discharging and damaging themselves when left in storage for long periods of time. Some common uses of 12 Volt batteries are in cars and trucks, ATVs, boats, water pumps, and deer feeders. Technical Specifications Property Specification Maximum Wattage Up to 1.5 Watts Current at Pmax Up to 83 mA Solar Panel Type Amorphous Measurements 13 7/8 x 3 15/16 x 1/2” Weight 0.
Important Safety Information • Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage. • The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this product. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the product is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Assembly None required except connections for operation. See Operating Instructions. Before Each Use • Check for damaged parts before each use. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never use the solar panel with a damaged part. • Check that the panel, battery clamps and other parts are clean to ensure proper function. If necessary, wipe the components with a damp cloth – DO NOT use soap or solvents when cleaning and DO NOT pour chemicals on the panel.
1. Connect the included battery clamps or the DC plug to the wires from the panel by the J-plug connectors. 2. If using the clamps: Attach the positive battery clamp (red, +) to the positive battery terminal (+) and the negative battery clamp (black, -) to the negative battery terminal (-). If using the DC plug: insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12-colt power socket. 3. Expose the panel to sunlight. The panel can be mounted on a windshield using the suction cups.
After Each Use • Clean the panel, battery clamps and other parts of dirt and debris to prepare it for the next use. Wipe the components with a damp cloth but DO NOT use soap or solvents. • Dry the components so that no moisture remains to possibly corrode the electrical connections. • DO NOT pour chemicals on the panel when cleaning. Store the solar panel when it is not in use. Store in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Limited Warranty Nature Power warrants our products to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one year from date of purchase. In addition, this item is warranted to generate up to 80% of rated power for a period of five years from date of purchase. In the case of product defect, contact Nature Power customer service to receive troubleshooting.
