Product Manual

Outdoor Water Solutions
2300 S. Old Missouri Rd, Springdale, AR 72764
866-471-1614, www.outdoorwatersolutions.com
Step #11 Turning on solar system
MAKE SURE CABINET MC4 CONNECTIONS ARE CONNECTED TO SOLAR PANELS PRIOR TO SYSTEM START UP.
After positioning all diffusers in pond unlock cabinet and turn the toggle switch to the on position. We
recommend turning your electric aerator on for an hour the first day, then increasing the time by a couple of hours each
day until it is running continuously. On rare occasions, you can have a pond “turnover” if you turn aeration on
continuously in a pond not previously aerated. This means the oxygen deprived water in the bottom of the pond rises to
the top and your fish cannot survive due to the low oxygen conditions. Doing this over the course of 3-4 days can
prevent any potential issues.
Enjoy your new Outdoor Water Solutions DD Solar Aeration system.
Maintenance:
Safety first – follow the system on/off procedure in your manual for shutting down the system before
commencing cleaning.
Cabinet care- Twice a year check the interior cabinet for outside debris and remove if any.
For safety reasons, it’s also wise to clean your panels from the ground if possible. A good quality soft brush
and a squeegee with a plastic blade on one side and a cloth covered sponge on the other coupled with a long
extension can make for the perfect tool allowing you to stay on the ground. Use a hose with a suitable nozzle
to allow the stream of water to reach the panels.
What to look for when cleaning: Dust, bird droppings, pollution, pollen, tree sap, plant matter residue, etc., all
reduce the overall effectiveness of solar panel generation capacity. Panels must be cleaned regularly to
maximize system performance and longevity.
When to clean solar panels: Clean your panels on an overcast day, early in the morning or in the evening. If the
sun is beating down on the panels, any water used can quickly evaporate and dirt will become smeared. Early
morning can be a particularly good time for cleaning as dew that has settled on the panels overnight will likely
have softened grime; meaning you’ll need to use less water and less energy to clean your solar panels. If the
panels are dry, before tackling the modules with water, brush off any loose materials first – this will make
cleaning easier and faster.
Solar panel cleaning warning: DO NOT use common car-wash soaps and window cleaners contain alkalines
that promote oxidation and require a deionized water rinse. Never use an abrasive soap or cleaning sponge -
the goal is to get the glass clean and clear as possible and you don't want to scratch it. Outdoor Water
Solutions recommends to use warm water and dishwashing soap.
Drying solar panels after washing: Dry solar panels with a towel making sure the towel does not scratch the
panels. A chamois that you would use for your car is a good choice.