Xantrex Rigid Solar Kit Owner Guide

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Installation Guide

100W Xantrex Solar Kit

Model Number: 780-0100-01

160W Xantrex Solar Kit

Model Number: 780-0160-01

110W Xantrex Solar Flex Kit

Model Number: 781-0100-01

80W Xantrex Solar Max Flex Kit

Model Number: 784-0080-01

165W Xantrex Solar Max Flex Kit

Model Number: 784-0165-01

220W Xantrex Solar Max Flex Kit

Model Number: 784-0220-01

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Safety Information

Important Information

READ AND SAVE THIS INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the

device before installing, operating, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting it. The

following special messages may appear throughout this documentation or on the

equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or

simplifies a procedure.

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symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

975-0808-01-01 Rev D

March 2019

Xantrex Solar Kit

http://www.xantrex.com

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Product Safety Information 1. Before using the solar panel kit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the solar panel kit's components, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. 2. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in injury to persons, a risk of electric shock, or a risk of fire. 3. The solar panel kit is designed to be connected to your DC electrical systems.
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FCC Information End of Life Disposal Introduction This equipment (the charge controller) has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential environment.
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Materials List Safety Instructions The solar panel base package includes the following items: n one solar panel n one charge controller n one set of installation hardware n one Installation Guide Please read this section for safety information regarding installing your solar panel. Before beginning your installation: n Read this entire Installation section so you can plan the installation from beginning to end. n Assemble all the tools and materials you require for the installation.
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2. Plan where to mount the charge controller, fuses, and cable locations a. Identify and gather information about your vehicle. - Some vehicles are factory-installed with roof cable entry points. - If a cable entry point is absent, factory-installed vents can be used to route cables through. b. Locate a suitable location for the charge controller inside the vehicle. Select an area that is readily accessible, viewable, and free from exposure to moisture. c.
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5. Mount the solar panel (Max Flextype) TIP: Once applied to a surface, the industrial grade adhesive on the solar panel cannot be easily removed without damaging the solar panel and doing so will void the warranty. IMPORTANT: Follow the recommendations illustrated in Figure 3 on page 10. 6. Mount the charge controller. 6 a. Unpack the solar panels and prepare all installation tools and materials. b. Prepare the roof mounting surface by removing dust, dirt, and debris.
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Troubleshooting Problem The charge controller is indicating an event condition. WARNING Possible Cause Battery over-discharge or over-voltage event condition. Solution See the charge controller's Owner's Guide for more further instructions. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD l Do not disassemble the charge controller unit. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn.
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Solar Panel Specifications 100W Xantrex Solar Kit 780-0100-01, Expansion Kit 780-0100-02 110W Xantrex Solar Flex Kit 781-0100-01, Expansion Kit 781-0100-02 Solar Panel Specifications 165W Xantrex Solar Max Flex Kit 784-0165-01, Expansion Kit 784-0165-02 Solar panel physical dimensions Unit weight Operating temperature Rated power Max power voltage 840 × 670 × 30 mm (33.1 × 26.4 × 1.2 inches) 6.8 kg (15 lbs.) -40° –85°C (-40° –185°F) 100 W 19.
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Accessory List Solar Kit List Expansion Kit List 780- Accessories (Sold Separately). Contact a Xantrex authorized dealer to order. PV Extension Cables, 15-ft (PN: 708-0030) PV Branch Connector (PN: 7080050) Mounting Hardware (PN: 7080070) Model Number PV Adapter Cable SAE-MC4-Type (PN: 708-0100) 01 01 01 01 Flex Max Flex one pair (black/red) MC4-type PV cable, 20 ft. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 one pair (black/red) MC4-type Battery cable, 10 ft.
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Installation Tips Figure 3 Applying peel and stick panels 10 3 TIP: Avoid placing the cable towards the front of the vehicle. Protect cables from any damage through friction or stress. TIP: Avoid sharp bends when routing cables. Follow the bending radius recommendation on the right. This applies to connections to the charge controller and battery. TIP: Protect connectors from humidity as much as possible. Place them directly beneath a covering when possible.