USER MANUAL - Peppermint Energy
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1. 6 Warranty Exclusions This warranty does not apply to damage deterioration or breakage due to any of the following a Neglect of periodic maintenance recommended in the products user manual b Improper repair or maintenance c Normal wear and tear accident misuse abuse or improper use d External causes or acts of God such as collision theft vandalism riot or wars fire extreme freezing and heat ligntning earthquake windstorm hail volcanic eruption water or flood tornado or hurricane e Unauthorized alteration or modification or incorporation or use of unauthorized attachments or parts No Consequential Damages In no event shall PEPPERMINT ENERGY be liable for any consequential indirect incidental or special damages of any nature whatsoever including without limitation lost profits arising from the failure of the Product loss of time or use of the product transportation commercial loss or any other consequential indirect INCIDENTAL or special damages peppermint energys sole obligation under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement at its option SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF SUCH DAMAGES SO THIS provision MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU _ Limitation Of All Other Warranties EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTY HEREIN PROVIDED PEPPERMINT ENERGY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS ORIMPLIED ALLIMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND TITLE AND INFRINGE2. MENT ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WRITTEN WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THIS PROVISION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE South Dakota Law and Venue Apply Exclusively This warranty will be governed by and construed in accordance with the domestic laws of the State of South Dakota without giving effect to any choice of law or conflicts of laws provision or rule ALL DISPUTES SHALL BE ADJUDICATED IN STATE OR FEDERAL COURT LOCATED IN SIOUX FALLS SOUTH DAKOTA YOU HEREBY WAIVE ANY OBJECTIONS TO SUCH VENUE solar ene ove oe a 2 USER MAN N LN AN olar energy generator Electric Shock Hazards Burn The Forty2 produces enough electric power to cause death or serious injury if misused While the internal electronics are weather sealed using the Forty2 or electrical appliances in wet conditions such as rain or Snow or near a pool or sprinkler system or when your hands are wet could result in electrocution There is equivalent power to a regular household outlet do not immerse in water Death or serious injury can result if placed in water If the Forty2 is stored outdoors unprotected from the weather check all of the electrical components on tne control panel before each use Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or snort circuit
3. TTERY A class C fire extinguisher must be used Location of Serial Number Controls Features Drawing rendering of front panel I O switch TALLIAAICERUKARERNALNAL j AC Receptacles wa DC input receptacle V USB receptacle THE FORTY2 ITS SIMPLE FORTY2 Q Record the serial number and date purchased in the spaces below Open Up Plug In Power On anergy generator Serial Number 4 Locate the switch on the front of the panel 1 Take the Forty2 to an open area Technical Information 34 x32 xS folded 5 Flip the switch to the on 60 63 67 70 Ibs Battery dependant position and aa 2 Place the Forty2 on indicator light should Storage Capacity 250 500 750 1000 Wh eth full indicate the battery status for medium charge red for Peak load 3 seconds max 1800W E Pare Inverter Type Modified Sine Wave Variable on model 5 15 hours day Operating time at nominal load 250 W 0 75 4 hours night Operating time at max load 900W Variable on model 0 25 to 1 hours a Po exposing the solar panels to the s 180 Watts sun and allow to charge 6 Plugin appliances and enjoy Solar Cells Monocrystaline 20S2P seme ES aore first use Electrical Output 110 220 V 50 60Hz Battery Recharge Time Variable on model 1 5 to 8 hrs Peppermink Battery Type Lithium lon ORTY2 Olar energy generator Operation Review all SAFETY instructions prior to operation Open the Forty2 and face the sun Clean glass surfa
4. ces regularly for optimal operation Inspect cords and plugs and replace if damaged Make sure devices appliances are in good working order Appliances in poor working order should not be used Make sure the electrical rating of all devices appliances combined does not exceed the stated rating of the Forty2 A WARNING Improper maintenance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual Turn off when not in use Internal Inverter Operation When an appliance or tool is turned on the motor on that appliance or tool goes through two stages 1 Peak load or starting load which is an initial Surge of power 2 Continuous operation the standard or continuous power consumed Before using the Forty2 inverter all loads should be calculated AMPS x Volts Watts Most appliances and equipment will have the amps or the watts stamped on them or in their user manual In the event they do not contact the manufacturer to find out if the device is compatible with a modified sine wave inverter Most peak loads are 2 x Wattage Tne start up load of the appliance or power tool determines whether the Forty2 inverter nas the Capability to power the device Always run a test to verify whether the Forty2 inverter will power a particular appliance or tool If tne load becomes t
5. hese battery packsfor performance and safety reasons A more rigorous approach plus a profound awareness of Liion batteries is vital to the wellbeing and SAFETY of users bystanders equipment and premises Its important to remember that like other batteries these batteries too may explode if abused ORTY2 ORTY2 solar energy generator Consumer Information Dealer Locator Information To find an authorized Forty2 dealer visit www peppermintenergy com Warranty 1 Limited Warranty Peppermint Energy LLC warrants that the following products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of time specified subject to the limitations set out below Products Covered and Warranty Length Warranty Length From Date of Products Covered Original Retail Purchase 60 Months 12 Months Forty2 Solar Panels Qualifying for the Warranty To qualify for this warranty the product must be purchased directly from Peppermint Energy or from a seller authorized by Peppermint Energy to sell the product This warranty applies to the original purchaser only A subsequent owner of a product has no rights under this warranty Exclusive Remedy Repair and Replace Peppermint Energy s sole obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace free of charge and at its option any defective part or product determined by Peppermint Energy to be the result of defective material or workmanship This obl
6. igation applies only to defects occurring under normal use of the product during the applicable warranty period A replacement part or product assumes the remaining warranty period of the original product How to Make a Warranty Claim To make a warranty claim you must 1 ADD REGISTRATION INFO FROM USER MANUAL 2 provide written notice of the defect to Peppermint Energy and 3 deliver the product to Peppermint Energy for its inspection All of these steps must be completed prior to the expiration of the product s warranty period You are responsible for the cost and risk of shipping the product to Peppermint Energy The written notice must be made on the Peppermint Energy Warranty Claim Form a copy of which can be obtained from Peppermint Energy s website www peppermintenergy com The Warranty Claim Form and the defective product must be sent to Peppermint Energy LLC 6116 S Lyncrest Suite 105 Sioux Falls SD 57108 ORTY2 ORTY2 lar energy generator solar energy generator Technical Information Battery Safety While the internal electronics are weather sealed Working in the vicinity of a Lithium lon battery OOOO IS dangerous Batteries can be dangerous or damaged if misused Follow all manufacturers A pr a Ba instructions lt ma Ifan exposed lithium ion battery does start a fire it may burn even more violently if it comes into contact with water or even the moisture in the air DO NOT THROW WATER ON A BURNING LI ION BA
7. in electrical components which could result in electrocution Do not connect to a building electrical system unless a qualified electrician has installed an isolation switch Hazards Caution the base of the Forty2 may become not during use Take caution not to contact metal on base Solar Panels may become not after prolonged exposure to the sun Handle with care Lithium ion Advantages The biggest advantage Li ion batteries have is the improvements in cell voltage and capacity over nickel cadmium NiCd or nickel metal hydride NiMH batteries Li ion batteries are therefore said to have a much higher energy density compared with NiCd or NIMH batteries Unlike NiCd or NiMH batteries Li ion batteries have no memory effect This translates into more productive products or systems that can be used un corded for longer periods in the field or handle higher end applications which are usually more energy demanding Much lignter batteries compared to the same capacity NiCd No cadmium As most people know cadmium is highly toxic and is known to accumulate inDiological systems which is why NiCd batteries must be disposed of carefully and in the right places following local regulations Although there are many other technical advantages that make Li ion the current chemistry of choice for high end portable equipment much greater care is required for Li ion batteries Fortunately more precise equipment and monitoring systems are built into t
8. oo great the Forty2 inverter is designed to snut down to prevent damage ORTY2 solar energy generator The Forty2 Inverter Safety Features Overload protection Short Protection High Voltage Protection Low Voltage Protection Low Voltage Audible Alarm Thermal Protection Transporting Storage Air transportation of Li ion batteries is regulated in several countries and by United Nations through the International Air Transportation Association IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations among others Please check local regulations and with the common carrier before snipping Li ion battery packs or products containing relatively large Li ion battery packs Charging and Storing Battery Packs The reguired charging time will depend upon the remaining charge level of the battery and will vary from product to product Required charging time may also increase at lower temperatures The temperature range over which the battery can be charged is typicallyO C to 45 C 32 F to 113 F Therefore charging efforts outside the prescribed temperature range may automatically be blocked by the protection circuitry of the battery pack Technical Information There may be Federal and or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the Forty2 Please consult local agencies having jurisdiction In some areas generators are required to be registered with local utility companies If the Fort
9. y2 is used at a construction site there may be additional regulations that must be observed
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