Somfy 9019235 Solar Battery Pack
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1. Solar Pack EN Installation instructions Ref 5118727B www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398 HOME MOTION by sOomfy 1 Introduction 3 4 Battery Tube Install Location 2 Safety 4 Connections 2 1 Safety and Responsibility 5 Commissioning 2 2 Specific Safety Advice 5 1 Activation of Motor 3 Installation 6 Product In Use 3 1 Determine Location of Solar Panel 6 1 Normal Operation 3 2 Mounting the Solar Panel 6 2 Excessive Energy Use 3 2 1 Glass Mounting 7 Window Application Tables amp Guidelines 3 3 Battery State of Charge 8 Tips and Recommendations For Use 3 3 1 Battery Preparation The Solar Pack is a group of components that work in unison as a long life energy source for Somfy 12 Volt WireFree motors This Product is designed for indoor use only Contents of the Pack include 1 Solar Panel in Bezel ZS 1 Empty Battery Tube for 10AA NiMH batteries 9018621 w sold separately 1 Wire Harness 1 Glass Mount Adhesive 1 Alcohol wipe 1 Instructions 1 Solar Panel Mounting Brackets 2 amp 4 1 Wall Mount Clips For Battery Tube set of 2 1 Motor cable for connection to motors referenced 1001683 1000494 1000678 H ss CG Solar Cell Note This product is designed to meet the energy requirements of Somfy 12 Volt WireFree Motor applications This Solar Pack should be used for single motor shades meaning that two 2 or more motors shoul2. 13264 window covering products For outside of headrail mounting battery tube wall mounting clips 9013263 are included in the pack for either vertical or horizontal positioning N For blinds with box head rails room may exist to place the battery inside the rail without weer interference Headrail Mounting Headrail Mounting Caution If installing the battery vertically always position it with the cable output upwards to reduce unrestrained wire from catching the shade Vertical Battery Tube connector orientation Caution The wiring harness connecting the Solar Pack Battery Tube components must be protected from the movement of the Motor Connector zou dm motorized window covering Caution Do not change the configuration of this system to include different connectors Solar Panel 1 Connect the wire harness to the motor Connector 2 Connect the solar panel to the wire harness 3 Connect the battery tube to the wire harness 5 1 Activation of Motor If the Solar Pack is being installed as an upgrade to an existing Somfy WireFree motorized shade installation there is no need to reprogram the motor If the Solar Pack is being installed with a new Somfy WireFree motor follow the motor installation guide Standard Installation Plan of Roll Up Shade www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398 6 1 Normal Operation After commissioning the battery is trickle charged by electrical energy g
3. aming does not collide with the solar panel Careful Do not damage the wire harness cables during installation Determined the position of the solar panel against window within reach of wire harness prior to application of 2 sided tape to insure proper adhesion the first time Use brackets when direct to glass mounting is not advisable see section 3 2 2 Please refer to the corresponding instructions 3 2 1 Glass Mounting Fi 1 igure 1 Caution To insure a secure adhesive hold over a long Glass Mount Adhesive period prepare the inside window glass prior to mounting the solar panel Upper Liner Important The adhesive tape should never be touched directly with fingers or other contaminates prior to adhesion 1 Clean solar panel bezel corners and window area with alcohol Adhesive prep pad Let dry for two minutes 2 On a table with the solar panel facing up apply the 2 sided adhesive to four corners of the solar panel bezel Note The tape is precut for your convenience in between the top facer and bottom backer liners With your fingers lift off each precut adhesive piece so that it remains attached to the facer material and the opposite side of the tape should then be released from the back liner See Photo in Figure 1 and Figure 2 Figure 2 Apply to all 4 corners 3 Remove the facers of the applied adhesive Position the bezel with solar panel facing to outdoors then press entire panel wi
4. crews to mount brackets into position D Reinsert solar panel into proper position by snapping solar panel Into brackets E Mount Interior Window covering assembly into window F Complete Solar pack installation as instructed www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398 3 3 Battery Tube The battery tube is shipped empty Somfy recommends batteries 10 AA NiMH 9018621 which are sold separately To maintain user safety and ensure optimum performance you must use Low Discharge 2000mAh NiMH batteries that incorporate safety venting Failure to do so may void Somfy warranty 3 3 1 Battery Preparation Have a service professional fully charge the battery using the Solar Pack Charger Ref 9018620 compatible Somfy Solar Pack Rapid Charger Ref 9018620 Solar sold separately Pack Charger Open battery tube and install 10 AA NiMH batteries inside as shown on oJ r IT the battery tube label Battery must be fully charged prior to installation SOLAR PACK BATTERY TUBE MOUNTING CLIPS OPTIONAL 3 4 Battery Tube Install Location Once the batteries installed in the tube the battery tube assembly can be secured and hidden from view either behind inside or next to the window covering product hardware Shangri La Mount Clips Silhouette Mounting Clips The battery tube is compatible with Somfy Mounting Clips designed for Shangri La REF 9013266 REF 9013264 REF 9013266 amp Silhouette REF 90
5. d never be connected to one 1 solar pack source Please reference the Solar Pack performance tables for recommended usage iria oa Before installing and using this product please read the installation guide KOVET OUIC UM iecit o It is recommended that Solar Pack be installed by a professional motor installer Motor Tube US for whom these instructions are intended ae a Care must be taken for both new and existing installations due to the physical mounting location of the motorized window covering likely at the top of an Consequently pay attention to your personal safety in regards to proper use of ladders Care must also be taken to not drop hand tools or Solar Pack components from Tilt WireFree y y an extended height Any usage outside of applications defined by Somfy constitutes noncompliance and is therefore not covered by the warranty In this event as for all usage not Tilt amp Lift WireFree V V consistent with the instructions given herein Somfy accepts no responsibility for harm or damage Never begin installing without first checking the compatibility of this product with the associated equipment and accessories 2 2 Specific Safety Advice 1 Never pierce the solar panel or its bezel frame 2 Never put anything onto the solar panel risk of scratching or breakage especially during installation 3 Once installed never subject the wire harness or other components to strain pinching or cutting caused by mov
6. ear corner 1 Verify wires have secure connection and that wires are not cut During 2 Verify battery has been charged to 100 Installation The motor does not work 3 See Troubleshooting Section of Specific Motor Roll Up Cord Lift Tilt or Tilt amp Lift User Manual Solar Panel does not adhere to 1 Remove panel and adhesive Clean glass with glass prep pad Dry glass after initial application Apply new adhesive as directed Sliding window collides with solar 1 Install a window bumper to prevent collision panel after mounting 2 Install optional solar panel mounting bracket 1 Recharge battery to 100 with Solar Pack Charger 9018620 2 Review Section 7 0 Window Application Tables amp Guidelines or request Solar Pack Performance Chart to service provider Solar Pack loses charge BEFORE 3 5 years of use After Solar Pack loses charge Installation AFTER 3 5 years Purchase new 10AA NiMH batteries and install them in the battery tube www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398
7. enerated by the solar panel The energy is stored in the high capacity NiMH battery acting like a reservoir and the system provides uninterrupted service through many climatic seasons It is normal for the battery to gain more energy in summer as compared to winter the Solar Panel converts the intensity of light to energy upon availability 6 2 Excessive Energy Use Caution If daily motor activations exceed recommended cycles per day as stated in the Solar Pack Performance Chart the solar panel will not be able to replenish the battery as designed If the motorized shade does not operate due to an excessively diminished battery the battery may require a full recharge This may be done with a Somfy Solar Pack Charger 9018620 If the battery no longer provides adequate power to operate your motor new NiMH batteries should be installed in the battery tube There should be no need to replace any other Solar Pack components lt World s Best W Window Co A Vy m DA SAA ang Fil Lowe i jent 30 0 Visible Tra Air 0 2 SINGLE OR LIGHT DOUBLE PANE OK TRANSMISSION 65 OR GREATER Window Type Moving Window VEGETATION BUG SCREENS FIXED WINDOW DOUBLE HUNG SLIDING CASEMENT BLOCKING LIGHT kasa Concern Clean Install Caution Caution Caution f Avoid Panel Collision Avoid Panel Collision Pane Movement Will tug or tear Harness Suggestions m Limit Screw in track Limit Screw in Track f Cable tie n
8. ing Figure 2 A For inside top of window frame mounting place assembly in exact position and mark the hole location See Figure 2 B Remove Solar Panel from brackets and affix brackets to window frame with wood screws C Reinsert Solar Panel into proper position by snapping solar panel into brackets Complete Solar Pack Installation as instructed Skip remaining steps Step 3 Head Rail or Roll Up Cassette Mounting A If new installation determine whether 2 drop or 4 drop brackets best fit the application The brackets should be oriented so that the solar panel will have direct access to daylight without blockage or shadows Refer to Figure 1 for maximum offset from glass If existing window covering installation remove the window shade in order to determine which brackets best fit the application The brackets should be oriented so that the solar panel will have direct access to daylight without blockage or shadows Refer to Figure 1for maximum offset from glass l l l Figure 3 B Depending upon head rail or cassette design choose the horizontal or vertical hole orientation which provides best placement for mounting screws Mark exact hole locations See Figure 3 Note Cassettes will likely require upper hole location with screws driven in vertically 2 venetian tilt or cord lift head rails will likely require lower screw hole and horizontal screw placement C Utilize self tapping machine s
9. ing objects 4 Dispose of electronic components and batteries in accordance with local laws Do not incinerate 5 Never immerse this product in liquid s 6 Avoid Impacts 7 Do not recharge the batteries with any charger other than a Somfy Solar Charger 9018620 The solar panel is a fragile part Do not drop it If Dropped do not install as damage may not be visibly detectable and reduced performance may occur Refer to the Instruction Manual or Contact your Somfy Representative www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398 3 1 Determine Location of Solar Panel Motor side The solar panel must always be installed indoors and should be positioned to allow as much natural light as possible to reach the panel Caution Never install the solar panel on any window glass allowing less than 65 light transmission including Low E glass and or window tinting or obstructed by a window pane or bug screen Always leave the photovoltaic cells unobstructed do not put anything in front of them The three components which make up the Solar Pack must be installed on the same side as the WireFree motor Somfy recommends that all components be fitted systematically in order that all components may be connected to the wire harness easily and that the wire harness does not interfere with the free movement of the interior window covering 3 2 Mounting the Solar Panel Caution It is imperative that window hardware or fr
10. th firm even pressure into the glass for 10 15 seconds The panel is now supported by the adhesive to glass bond but will require 24 hours of cure time to allow full strength characteristics Do not disturb during this period www AVOutlet com Email Sales AVOutlet com 1 877 271 5398 Battery Tube Located near the top of the window frame and near the motor side May be hidden from view Panel Located near the top of the window frame and near the motor side When fully open shade or fascia may help conceal panel from inside view Installed When fully open shade or fascia may help conceal Solar Pack from inside view Wire Harness is tucked away Adhesive must stay with upper liner when peeled away from master liner 3 2 2 Off Glass Mounting These instructions are for off glass mounting of the Solar Pack solar panel Use the brackets ref 9015897 when direct to glass mounting is not advisable including the following conditions to avoid collisions with moving windows ex casement or double hung or to mount to headrails 2 Tilt or roll up cassettes Figure 1 Step 1 Determine best solar panel mounting Location Attach brackets to solar panel assembly so that solar panel faces towards the glass A Offset from Glass 0 Flush 4 maximum See Figure 1 B Choose either 2 drop or 4 drop brackets for best location with the application Step 2 Window Frame Mount
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