Use and Care Manual

15 Watt Solar 12 Volt Battery Charger and 7 Amp Charge Controller Kit
Solar Power Panel
15 Watt/ 1 Amp
Read this manual BEFORE and DURING the use of this product
Specifications and Included Items:
Power Rating: Up to 15Watts
Current: 1Amp @ 15V
Includes 7 Amp Charge Controller, 12 Volt DC Plug, Alligator Clamps, 11.5ft Wire, Solar Panel, 4
Stainless Steel Mounting Screws,
Installation
Solar Panel
Securely place the solar panel in the sun. If permanent installation is desired, use the included
four stainless steel mounting screws. To allow for heat dissipation, use a heat-resistant spacer
between the panel and the surface, such as the rubber washers included.
7 Amp Charge Controller
Connect to Battery:
Attach the Battery Charge Controller positive (+) wire to the positive (+) battery terminal. Then
connect the Battery Charge Controller negative (-) wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.
WARNING: The alligator clips MUST be placed on to the battery in the aforementioned order—
wrong connections may cause sparking or explosion.
Connect to Solar Panel:
Strip the solar panel wires. Connect positive (+) wire from the solar panel to the positive (+) of the
charge controller and the negative (-) wire from the solar panel to the negative (-) of the charge
controller. Ensure the connections are secure.
Operation:
The Green LED indicates a full-charged battery. When the battery reaches 14.2 V, the Solar
Charge Controller will cut out voltage thereby ensuring no overcharging. Yellow light indicates a
battery that is being charged. When the battery reaches 13 V, the Battery Charge Controller will
cut-in and begin charging.
NOTE:
This solar panel has a built-in blocking diode that protects the battery from reverse discharge.
FAQ
What type of batteries does this panel charge?
All rechargeable 12V batteries such as those used in Cars, Boats, RV’s, Motorcycles and
PWC’s.
Can I use this solar panel outdoors?
Yes, this solar panel is weatherproof. The weatherproofing includes UV protection and
protects from weather effects of -35°F-175°F (-37°C - 79°C).
How long does it take to charge a battery?
This solar panel can generate 1 Amp per hour under ideal conditions. For example,
under ideal conditions, the panel will generate 15 Watts x 7 hours x 7 days per week for a total of
735 Watts of power. You can connect multiple panels together to decrease overall charging time.
By adding a second panel of the same output you will double your output and half the length of
the charge time.