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1. www sealite com TT Vv Vv ti SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Installation amp Service Manual Version 2 2 www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern y Q LED lens and Sealite s 360 Omnidirectional LED Reflector US Pat No 6 667 582 AU Pat No 778 918 New Integrated Handle in Top O Casting for ease of Handling AZ LIS Wy 4x 5watt 20watts total R T LG multicrystalline solar modules obust 7 stage powder coated Silea beg WAS Z de ve ec WAV ensuring maximum light collection aluminium chassis with rubber Q aspro WA III VI to charge the battery extruded corners ag eee a 707 III WA LEE WU Wamaq petal aed lig WN ese WAN RSS Wy EB rZ Internal 24Ah battery O IIS vm CS Z 3 and 4 hole bolt pattern on 200mm OD base for ease of installation i ESSES LLL EZ Fig 1 SLC420 Solar Marine Lantern www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Table of Contents NIOAUENN ere Page 4 Operating Principle errar Page 4 Technology EE T EP Page 4 SLC420 Model iii Page 5 SLC420 Optional Configurations Page 7 External ON OFF Switch Page 7 Extern2. 10 10 30 3 9 Q 2 6S 03 07 03 47 A 9 FL 2 7S 10 10 10 40 7 B FL 2 8S 04 O06 20 5 0 8 A FL 2 8S 04 10 04 62 4 7 FL 28S 05 10 05 6 0 8 8 FL 2 8S 08 12 24 36 5 7 FL 28S 10 10 10 50 4 C OC 2 8S 30 20 10 20 5 C OC 2 8S 50 10 10 10 F B VQ 28S 02 10 02 66 9 A FL 2 10S 04 16 04 76 9 8 FL 2 10S 05 05 15 75 6 7 FL 2 10S 05 10 05 80 7 7 FL 2 10S 05 15 0 5 75 6 9 FL 2 10S 05 20 05 7 0 8 7 FL 2 10S 08 12 08 72 B 9 FL 2 10S 10 10 1 0 70 9 7 FL 2 10S 10 15 10 65 4 9 Q 210S 06 04 06 84 B A FL 2 12S 04 10 04 102 E 9 FL 2 12S 05 10 05 10 0 D 9 FL 2 12S 15 20 15 70 A 8 FL 2 15S 05 15 20 11 0 A 7 FL 2 15S 10 20 10 110 8 B Q 2 15S 02 08 02 138 C A FL 2 20S 10 3 0 1 0 15 0 D A FL 2 25S 10 1 0 1 0 220 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B 7 9 Q 3 5S 05 05 05 05 05 25 5 9 VQ 3 5S 02 03 02 0 3 02 38 0 C VQ 3 5S 03 02 03 02 03 37 E 9 VQ 3 5S 03 03 03 03 03 35 3 C FL 3 6S 05 10 05 10 05 25 2 B FL 2 1 6S 03 04 03 12 03 35 Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SWITCH Oo 0103 O O TIO cO TI O ID II IN D OO OO O OO O O O TDW T gt gt nimninioOloloim om ololoim mi m m v vvv ll u OJ OJ UJ O oo cO cO oo OO I 0000 00 O FP J co J ooN WN JU co co NI gt ww O I O O mO O o gt O I TI N O
3. 10 seconds or Morse Code A Special Marks Any other than those described for Cardinal Isolated Danger or Safe Water Marks Latest products and information available at www sealite com SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF A B A B 0 0 F Steady light 7 1 FL5S 15 3 5 D 3 VQ05S 02 03 4 2 ISO5S 25 25 E 3 VQ06S 02 04 8 2 LFL5S 20 3 0 F 3 VQ0 6S 0 33 0 3 0 3 OC5S 30 20 7 3 Q1S 02 08 1 3 OC5S 40 1 0 8 3 Q1S 0 3 07 2 3 OC5S 45 05 9 3 Q1S 04 06 C 6 FL6S 02 58 A 3 918 05 0 5 B 5 FL6S 03 57 8 4 Q1S 08 02 C 5 FL6S 04 56 B 3 Q12S 03 09 8 1 FL6S 05 55 9 4 Q12S 05 07 9 1 FL6S 06 54 C 3 Q12S 06 06 A 1 FL6S 1 0 50 F 4 FL15S 62 43 7 5 FL6S 12 48 1 0 FL15S 03 12 B 1 FL6S 15 45 0 5 FL1 5S 04 14 5 2 ISO6S 30 30 0 4 FL15S 05 10 9 2 LFL6S 20 40 2 0 FL2S 02 18 6 4 OC6S 40 20 3 0 FL2S 03 17 3 3 OC6S 45 15 4 O FL2S 04 16 4 3 OC6S 50 10 5 O FL2S 05 15 A 4 FL7S 10 60 6 0 FL2S 0 7 13 9 6 FL7S 20 5 0 7 O FL2S 08 12 5 6 OC7S 45 25 1 2 ISO2S 10 10 D 5 FL7 5S 05 7 0 8 0 FL25S 03 22 C 1 FL7 5S 08 67 9 0 FL2 5S 05 20 E 5 FL8S 05 75 D 6 FL2 5S 10 1 5 B 4 FL8S 10 70 1 5 FL3S 02 28 6 2 ISO8S 40 40 A 0 FL3S 03 27 A 2 LFL8S 20 60 2 5 FL3S 04 26 6 6 OC8S 50 30 B O FL3S 05 25 B 2 LFL8S 30 50 3 5 FL3S 06 24 F 5 FL9S 09 841 C 0 FL3S 07 23 C 4 FL9S 10 80 D O FL3S 10 20 7 6 OC9S 6 0 3 0 2 2 ISO3S 1 5 1 5 0 6 FL10S 02 98 5 4 OC3S
4. Control System Manual from www sealite com Radio Control SLC420 RC Sealite s radio controlled lanterns SLC420 RC enable users to remotely customise the programming of their lanterns by a menu driven 2 4GHz handheld transceiver or PC interface Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Installation Charging the Battery New lanterns should be left in the sun for 1 2 days to ensure battery is charged before placing in service Please note lantern will re charge even when toggle switch is turned to OFF position Preferred Installation Location For best lantern performance ensure solar modules are not covered and are in clear view of the sky with no shadows Lantern Operation The Lantern is activated by connecting the 2 Pin Connector between the battery and the regulator Flash Codes and Intensity settings needs to be set prior to activation IMPORTANT to ensure the life of your product it is important that when attaching the Lens Assembly part 2 back onto the lantern base that an even seal is created Half tighten all 4 socket head screws and then fully tighten each socket head screw to ensure an even seal Activation and Testing of SLC420 1 Remove the four socket head screws on the top lens assembly and lift the SLC420 lens assembly off the body 2 The power and range settings of the lantern are adjusted by setting the DIP swi
5. at the owner s expense to the Sealite Pty Ltd factory together with a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product a detailed description of the problem and any information necessary for return shipment Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor Sealite products are subject to certain Australian and worldwide patent applications Latest products and information available at www sealite com Sealite SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern www sealite com Other Sealite Products Available VEE Marine Lanterns Monitoring 1 12nm amp Control Systems Bridge amp Barge Lights Marine Buoys up to 3mt in diameter Area Lighting Mooring Systems amp Accessories I ALA Head Office a Sealite Pty Ltd m FG 11 Industrial Drive sn 5 R lt Somenville Vic 3912 ALSM swt Australia O Tel 61 35977 6128 5 QOO Sey Sealite Fax 61 3 5977 6124 E Email info sealite com z x www sealite com Internet www sealite com Queliy NM SES SAI GLOBAL Latest products and information available at www sealite com
6. ensure maximum battery life On darkness the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute begin flashing to the set code Technology Sealite is the world s fastest growing manufacturer of marine aids to navigation We employ leading mechanical optical hardware amp software engineers to create innovative products to service the needs of our customers worldwide and offer the widest range of solar powered LED lanterns in the marketplace Electronics Sealite employs leading in house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and related circuitry All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Sealite procurement staff ensuring that only the highest quality components are used in our products LED Technology All marine lanterns use the latest advancements in LED Light Emitting Diode technology as a light source The major advantage of LED s over traditional light sources is well established in that they typically have an operational life in excess of 100 000 hours resulting in substantial savings to maintenance and servicing costs Precision Construction Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection moulded parts including optic lenses light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Sealite products are of a consistent amp superior quality Optical Performance Sealite manufactures a range of marine LED lenses moulded from mult
7. inapplicable if a the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the instructions in the owner s manual and any other information or instructions provided to the customer by Sealite b the product has been deliberately abused or misused damaged by accident or neglect or in being transported or c the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by anyone other than Sealite or authorised Sealite repair personnel Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern 3 The customer must give Sealite Pty Ltd notice of any defect with the product within 30 days of the customer becoming aware of the defect 4 Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced Typical battery replacement period is 3 4 years Long term exposure to high temperatures will shorten the battery life Batteries used or stored in a manner inconsistent with the manufacturer s specifications and instructions shall not be covered by this warranty 5 No modifications to the original specifications determined by Sealite shall be made without written approval of Sealite Pty Ltd 6 Sealite lights can be fitted with 3rd party power supplies and accessories but are covered by the 3rd party warranty terms and conditions 7 The product must be packed and returned to Sealite Pty Ltd by the customer at his or her sole
8. 08 012 08102 08 20 7 0 2 E Q 6 LFL15S 0 3 07 0 3 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 2 0 7 0 3 E Q 6 LFL15S 0 6 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 20 58 8 F VQ 6 LFL15S 03 0 3 0 3 0 3 03 03 03 03 03 03 03 0 3 20 94 FLASH CODE A B 4 E VQ 9 10 S 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 2 5 8 5 E VQ 9 10 S 0 3 03 0 3 0 3 03 0 3 0 3 0 3 03 03 03 0 3 03 03 03 03 0 3 49 1 F Q 9 15S 0 2 0 8 0 2 08 02 08 02 08 02 08 02 08 02 08 02 08 02 68 0 E Q 9 158 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3 6 7 1 E Q 9 15S 0 6 06 0 6 0 6 0 6 06 0 6 06 0 6 06 06 0 6 0 6 06 06 06 06 48 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B MORSE caD INDICATES LETTER 7 8 O A 6 S 03 06 10 4 1 7 B O A 8S 04 06 20 50 8 8 O A 8S 0 8 12 24 36 B 8 O U 10S 0 3 0 7 0 3 07 09 7 1 C 8 O U 10 S 04 06 04 06 12 6 8 D 8 O U 10 S 05 05 05 05 15 65 9 8 O A 10S 05 05 15 7 5 8 9 O D 10S 5 0 10 10 10 10 10 A 8 O A 45 S 05 15 20 11 0 F 8 O U 15S 06 03 06 03 14 4118 0 9 O U 15S 07 05 07 05 19 10 7 1 9 O U 15S 0 7 0 7 0 7 07 24 10 1 7 D O B 15S 1 5 0 5 0 5 05 0 5 05 0 5 10 5 Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Maintenance and Servicin
9. 10 AMP Regulator shown when of wires during assembly correctly fitted Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Solar Panel Replacement The SLC420 is built around an internal aluminium chassis The solar panels can be user replaced in the unlikely event that one is broken or damaged during the product s life Follow the steps below or contact support sealite com for more details 1 Remove 4 x M6 x 20 socket head cap screws SHCS and 4 x M6 nylon washers and disconnect the light head from the chassis 2 Remove the 2 x M4 x 20 socket head cap screws SHCS 2 x M4 spring washers and 2 x M4 penny washers Remove the upper battery bracket containing regulator 3 Disconnect the battery 4 Remove 4 x M6 35mm long socket head cap screws to remove the top casting from the chassis Note Be careful not to damage the o rings on each of these screws If replacements are required please use standard 6x1 0mm o ring 5 Slide the rubber corner out of the chassis it may be necessary to lubricate the edges of the solar panels with grease or oil based lubricant if this is difficult to remove 6 Unscrew the affected panel wires from the regulator and remove the solar panel from the chassis 7 Clean any silicon off the chassis from the solar panel junction box hole and add a new seal to ensure the solar panel is watertight when assembled 8 Repea
10. 11 5v FF ON ON ON FF ON ON ON OFF 0 2 seconds OFF 0 2 seconds code Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern NOTE 1 1 second interval flashing Yellow LED indicates light is operating in synchronisation with the optional fitted GPS correctly 2 If checking in daylight lantern must be covered to activate flash pattern GPS BOARD where fitted LED Combinations Lantern Comment YELLOW LED RED LED GPS Status Indicator LEDs B see Fig 3 A ON steady OFF Normal ON or OFF GPS powered up GPS Status Indicator LEDs C see Fig 3 B Flashing ON OFF very quick constant Flashing ON OFF very quick Normal GPS software running constant faint C Flashes in Flashes in sequence sequence with OFF ON GPS software not operational with red LED yellow LED Lantern status GPS Status Indicator LEDs GPS Circuit where fitted Main Circuit Lantern Status Indicator LEDs Fig 3 SLC420 Lantern Status Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Sealite LED Light Warranty V2 1 Activating the Warranty Upon purchase the Sealite Pty Ltd warranty must be activated for recognition of future claims To do IL 2 this you have two 2 options Postal Registration please complete the Sealite Warranty Registrati
11. 20 1 0 1 6 FL10S 03 97 E 2106389 25 05 D 1 FL10S 05 95 4 6 OC3 58 25 10 2 6 FL10S 08 92 4 5 FL4S 02 38 E 1 FL10S 10 90 5 5 FL4S 03 37 1 4 FL10S 15 8 5 E 0 FL4S 04 36 2 LFL10S 20 80 F O FL4S 05 35 D 2 LFL10 S 30 70 6 5 FL4S 06 34 7 2 ISO 10 S 50 50 0 1 FL4S 08 32 2 4 LFL10S 40 60 1 1 FL4S 10 30 8 6 OC40S 60 40 2 1 FL4S 1 5 25 5 3 OC10S 7 0 30 3 2 ISO4S 20 20 6 3 OC10S 75 25 3 6 OCA4S 25 15 F 1 FL12S 1 2 10 8 F 2 0C4S 30 10 D 4 FL 12 S 25 95 3 1 FL43S 191 30 3 4 LFL 128 20 10 0 8 5 FL5S 02 48 0 2 FL15S 1 0 140 4 1 FL5S 03 47 4 4 LFL15S 40 110 5 1 FL5S 05 45 7 4 OC15S 10 50 9 5 FL5S 09 4 1 A 6 LFL20S 20 18 0 6 1 FL5S 1 0 40 E 4 FL26S 1 0 25 0 Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF A B 0 A FL 24S 05 10 05 20 E B VQ 24S 02 10 02 26 1 A FL 2 4 5S 03 10 03 29 2 A FL 2 4 5S 04 1 0 04 27 3 A FL 2 4 5S 05 10 05 25 9 FL 2 5S 02 08 02 38 2 C FL 2 5S 02 12 02 3 4 4 A FL 2 5S 04 06 04 36 0 7 FL 2 5S 05 10 O05 30 1 7 FL 2 5S 10 10 10 20 9 B Q 2 5S 03 07 03 37 2 9 Q 2 5S 05 05 05 35 5 A FL 2 5 5S 04 14 04 33 7 8 FL 2 6S 0 3 06 10 4 1 A A FL 2 6S 03 09 0 3 45 6 A FL 2 6S 0 3 10 0 3 44 7 A FL 2 6S 04 10 04 42 9 9 FL 26S 05 10 05 40 2 8 FL 2 6S 08 12 08 32 3 7 FL 2 6S 10
12. 5 0 13 7 12 5 15 5 15 2 15 0 0 3 0 7 0 6 1 0 1 2 0 7 Taf 0 5 1 5 1 2 0 7 1 5 1 0 0 5 1 5 3 0 1 5 4 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 5 1 0 0 5 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 2 3 2 7 2 6 5 0 3 2 6 7 5 7 8 5 5 5 5 2 8 7 8 5 8 0 10 5 9 5 9 8 13 5 10 5 9 5 16 5 24 5 26 5 Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B D D Q 5 7S 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 03 07 0 3 07 03 27 E D Q 5 10S 03 07 0 3 0 7 03 07 0 3 07 03 57 8 FL 5 16 5 S 50 15 05 15 05 15 05 15 05 35 5 F FL 5 20S 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 15 5 9 F FL 5 20S 08 12 08 12 08 12 08 12 08 112 9 E FL 5 20 S do do 10 TO 10 10 40 10 10 110 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B F D Q 6 10S 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 47 A F FL 6 15S 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 07 03 97 7 F FL 6 15S 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 70 A E FL 6 LFL15S 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 10 05 7 0 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B 6 E VQ 6 LFL10S 02 03 02 0 3 0 2 0 3 02 0 3 02 03 02 03 20 50 7 E VQ 6 LFL10S 03 03 03 03 0 3 0 3 03 03 03 0 3 03 03 20 44 2 F Q 6 LFL15S 0 2 08 02 08 02 08 02
13. W W SM FLASH CODE 1 12 S 1 425 15S 1 158 1 158 1 158 a 15S FLASH CODE VQ 4 4 S Q 4 6S Q 4 6S FL 4 10 S FL 4 10S Q 4 10 S FL 4 12S FL 4 12 S FL 4 12 S FL 4 12 S Q 4 12 S 158 1 13 5 S 1 0 0 5 5 0 0 3 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 8 1 0 0 8 1 0 1 0 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 5 1 0 1 5 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 7 1 0 1 0 1 2 0 7 0 6 0 5 1 5 0 6 1 0 0 7 1 0 0 7 0 5 1 5 2 0 1 2 1 0 1 2 1 0 1 0 1 7 1 0 1 5 0 3 0 5 0 7 2 0 0 5 3 0 1 5 12 1 0 0 3 0 7 0 6 1 0 1 2 0 7 1 7 0 5 1 5 1 2 0 7 1 5 1 0 0 5 1 5 3 0 1 5 1 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern ON OFF 0 3 0 7 0 5 1 0 0 3 1 0 0 8 1 2 0 3 0 7 0 4 0 6 0 5 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 6 0 6 1 0 1 0 0 5 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 3 0 7 0 5 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 5 2 0 0 8 1 2 1 0 3 0 0 8 2 4 1 0 4 0 1 0 4 0 0 3 1 7 0 4 1 0 0 5 1 5 0 6 0 3 0 7 0 5 0 7 0 7 1 0 5 0 0 1 0 5 0 5 3 0 0 5 1 5 0 8 1 2 1 0 1 0 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 7 0 4 0 6 0 5 1 0 0 8 1 2 0 3 0 7 0 3 1 7 0 5 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 8 1 2 0 3 0 7 0 5 1 5 1 0 1 0 0 5 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 3 3 0 0 5 1 5 0 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 5 0 8 0 3 0 5 1 0 0 5 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 5 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 3 7 4 5 6 1 4 2 7 1 6 8 75 5 5 7 0 5 0 1 0 TA 6 5 7 5 6 5 5 0 6 0 4 0 5 5 10 7 11 8 10 5 11 8 10 7 10 1
14. al Battery Charging Port Page 7 GPS Synchronisation SLC420 GPS Page 7 RF Synchronisation SLC420 CS Page 7 GSM Monitoring amp Control SLC420 GSM Page 7 Radio Control SLC420 RC Page 7 Stala UON canori Page 8 Selecting an Intensity Power Setting Page 10 Selecting a Flash Code ear Page 11 LEICA Page 12 Maintenance and Servicing Page 17 Replacing the Battery Page 17 Long Term Battery Storage Page 18 How to Change the Regulator Page 18 Solar Panel Replacement Page 19 Trouble Shooting eee Page 20 Sealite LED Light Warranty Page 22 Version No Description Date Approved Update New Design 15 Feb 2010 A Dixon 2 1 Logo Warranty and Regulator Update 1 July 2010 K Paton 2 2 Update Spec Table May 2012 J Dore Latest products
15. and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Introduction Congratulations By choosing to purchase a Sealite lantern you have become the owner of one of the most advanced LED marine lanterns in the world Sealite Pty Ltd has been manufacturing lanterns for over 25 years and particular care has been taken to ensure your lantern gives years of service As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers Sealite has been independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO9001 2008 quality management system Sealite lanterns comply with requirements of the US Coast Guard in 33 CFR part 66 for Private Aids To Navigation By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet you will become familiar with the versatility of your lantern and be able to maximise its operating function Please remember to complete the Sealite warranty registration card accompanying your lantern Operating Principle The solar module of the lantern converts sunlight to an electrical current that is used to charge the battery The battery provides power to operate the lantern at night The flasher unit has very low current requirements A microprocessor drives an array of ultra bright LED s through a DC DC converter which enables the LED s to operate within the manufacturer s specifications The battery is protected from over charging within the circuit to
16. d lights turn on No additional power supplies aerials or control systems are required and with its microprocessor based system the SLC420 GPS option is specifically designed to provide maximum reliability and performance over a wide range of environmental conditions The GPS board is a separate PCB mounted above the standard SLC420 circuitry RF Synchronisation SLC420 CS The SLC420 CS Comm sync flash synchronised solar marine lantern is fitted with an internal RF module that operates on a 2 4Ghz frequency and has an operational range of 1 5km between 2 lights Should more than two lights be required to be synchronised the range may be extended for longer distances as the lanterns transmit data to the adjacent lantern causing it to fall into synchronisation The only limitation is no lantern should be more than 1 5km from the next lantern in series The SLC420 CS lanterns operate within a peer to peer network topology and therefore are not dependant upon Master Slave relationships Using innovative software the additional power consumption is minimal and in most configurations the SLC420 CS requires only 2 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full working autonomy GSM Monitoring amp Control SLC420 GSM The SL420 may also be fitted with GSM monitoring and control capabilities enabling users to access real time diagnostic data remotely via Cell phone or PC integration For more information please download the GSM Monitoring amp
17. ed per night unknown mA hour e g 2096 0 2 mA Number of full sunlight hours Total power required to break even used per night Solar Panel the amount of time it will take for the solar to mAh Charge mA replace what the light took out overnight 435 If the number of Full Sunlight hours is greater than 2 5 3 0 hours please consider reducing the intensity Power or reducing the Duty Cycle Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Selecting a Flash Code Rotary Switches A amp B All lanterns have 2 rotary switches marked A and B on the flasher unit as below Turning the small arrows to the appropriate number or letter will set the code see Flash Code section page 11 The unit may take up to one minute to activate a new flash code A comprehensive list of available flash codes is listed in the Flash Codes section of this manual Example SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF A B A 0 FL3S 0 3 21 Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Flash Codes The Sealite Lantern may be set to any of 256 IALA recommended flash settings which are user adjustable onsite without the need for external devices SEALITE code reference is listed by number of flashes For the latest ver
18. ed with an Sealite 2 pin connector Discard old battery in a safe manner et m Dr SSN Reconnect the new batter contact Sealite if you require a new battery Battery requires a 2 pin connector 9 Place battery back inside lantern body and position the upper battery bracket in the top of the chassis 10 Secure using 2 x M4 cap screws amp washers 11 Feed all wiring back inside lantern body and make sure the o ring is properly placed at the top of the lantern body 12 Place the top lens assembly back onto the lantern body and replace 4 socket head screws Half tighten all 4 x socket head screws and then fully tighten each socket head screw to ensure an even seal 13 To test place dark cover towel or jacket on top of light to activate sensor light will come on after 30 seconds Care must be taken to observe the polarity of each wire before they are connected To ensure waterproofing of the unit make sure that no wires are protruding and that there is an even seal Always discard old batteries in a safe manner IMPORTANT to ensure the life of your product it is important that when attaching the lens assembly back onto the lantern base that an even seal is created between the casting and the lens base Half tighten all 4 socket head screws and then fully tighten each socket head screw to ensure an even seal Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm So
19. ent permitted by section 68A of the Trade Practices Act 1974 Cth the liability of Sealite Pty Ltd under this Warranty will be at the option of Sealite Pty Ltd limited to either the replacement or repair of any defective product covered by this Warranty Sealite will not be liable to Buyer for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies Limited to Original Purchaser This Warranty is for the sole benefit of the original purchaser of the covered product and shall not extend to any subsequent purchaser of the product Miscellaneous Apart from the specific warranties provided under this warranty all other express or implied warranties relating to the above product is hereby excluded to the fullest extent allowable under law The warranty does not extend to any lost profits loss of good will or any indirect incidental or consequential costs or damages or losses incurred by the purchaser as a result of any defect with the covered product Warrantor Sealite Pty Ltd has authorised distribution in many countries of the world In each country the authorised importing distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products sold by distributor Warranty service should normally be obtained from the importing distributor from whom you purchased your product In the event of service required beyond the capability of the importer Sealite Pty Ltd will fulfil the conditions of the warranty Such product must be returned
20. erial LEXAN Polycarbonate UV stabilised E Lens Diameter mm inches 150 57 8 Lens Design External optics with interior flute design 5 Mounting 3 amp 4 hole bolt pattern on 200mm OD base 5 2E Height mm inches 570 222 5 523 Width mm inches 233 9 5 52 9 Mass kg lbs 13 9 305 s TF Product Life Expectancy Up to 12 years 5 ic 9 Certifications HE Es CE EN 1000 6 3 1997 EN61000 6 1 1997 DIL Quality Assurance ISO9001 2008 a 853 Waterproof IP68 er Intellectual Property 955 Patents US Pat No 6 667 582 AU Pat No 778 918 9 5 E Trademarks SEALITE is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd 9 S Warranty 3 years BAS Options Available GPS Synchronisation RF Synchronisation GSM Monitoring amp Control System Radio Control System Wy Note remote monitoring control will reduce visible range of lantern due to increased power consumption LJ C 50mm pole mount adapter plate E Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern SLC420 Optional Configurations GPS Synchronisation SLC420 GPS This GPS option can be added to the SLC420 model previously outlined and provides the user with the ability to mark a channel port or river with independently operating lanterns that all flash in synchronisation This improves the effectiveness of marker lights by highlighting the channel port or river outline each time all the synchronise
21. expense Sealite Pty Ltd will pay return freight of its choice A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect and a photocopy of the original purchase receipt This receipt must clearly list model and serial number the date of purchase the name and address of the purchaser and authorised dealer and the price paid by the purchaser On receipt of the product Sealite Pty Ltd will assess the product and advise the customer as to whether the claimed defect is covered by this warranty 8 Sealite Pty Ltd reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchasers of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any person Input voltage shall not exceed those recommended for the product 10 Warranty does not cover damage caused by the incorrect replacement of battery in solar lantern models 11 This warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused to any product as a result of water flooding or any other acts of nature 12 There are no representations or warranties of any kind by Sealite or any other person who is an agent employee or other representative or affiliate of Sealite express or implied with respect to condition of performance of any product their merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or with respect to any other matter relating to any products Limitation of Liability To the ext
22. g Designed to be almost maintenance free the SLC420 requires minimal attention though the following maintenance and servicing information is provided to help ensure the life of your Sealite product 1 Cleaning Solar Panels occasional cleaning of the solar panels may be required Using a cloth and warm soapy water wipe off any foreign matter before rinsing the panels with fresh water 2 Battery Check inspection of batteries should be performed every three years minimum to ensure that the charger battery and ancillary electronics are functioning correctly Using a voltage meter check that the battery voltage is at least 12 volts under 100MA load and ensure all terminals are clear of foreign matter 3 O Ring Check inspect the condition of the o ring for damage wear or if it is brittle and replace if necessary The o ring should be a rubber texture to ensure a complete and even seal Replacing the battery The SLC420 has an internal battery compartment which provides the user with the ability to change the battery after years of operation 1 Remove the four socket head screws on the top lens assembly and separate the SLC420 lens assembly from the body base section Remove 2 x M4 cap screws amp washers from the top of the chassis Separate the light head and battery connectors Lift the upper battery bracket out of the SLC420 Remove the old battery from the chassis Contact Sealite if the replacement battery is not fitt
23. i cavity dies Complex shapes such as the SL70 BargeSafe and 16 segment multi focus lenses are a testament to the company s superior in house lens manufacturing capabilities and outstanding optical performance Award winning Patented Technology Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Sealite s range of innovative designs with other regional patents pending in Canada United Kingdom and Europe Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern SLC420 Model The robust design of this self contained light ensures up to 12 years of reliable service with minimal ongoing maintenance Specifically designed to survive the harshest environment the SLC420 features seven stage powder coated aluminium Top Base and internal Aluminium Chassis The corners are made from UV stabilised rubber This construction method allows the customer to change a solar panel in the unlikely event of damage The top casting is constructed with an integrated handle that helps with any manual handling of the unit The high impact resistant polycarbonate lens ensures even light visibility Four 5watt solar panels provide efficient and year round charging of the large 12V 24Ah SLA battery The powder coated aluminium base can be mounted on both a 3 or 4 hole 200mm 8 bolt pattern The SLC420 can also be fitted with either GPS Synchronisation or GSM Monitoring a
24. ions to cycle up to full autonomy Reducing the light output intensity or duty cycle flash code will reduce current draw on the battery Ensure solar module is clean and not covered by shading during the day All Sealite boards are fitted with two Indicator LED s These are positioned near the Flash Code Rotary Switches Use the table below to help determine operational status LED Combinations Status Indicator LEDs A in Fig 3 Lantern Status Lantern Comment YELLOW LED RED LED Normal running condition in Normal daylight Flashing ON 0 1 seconds Normal OFF 0 1 seconds Flashing Normal ON 0 1 seconds synchronised OFF 0 1 seconds light Flashing Normal ON 1 second synchronised OFF 1 second light Normal running condition Normal running condition but lantern is not synchronised to GPS enabled lanterns O Normal running condition and lantern is synchronised to GPS enabled lanterns O Flat Battery lt 8v and lantern must see daylight for at least 1 minute before operation Flashing ON 0 1 seconds OFF 0 1 seconds Battery is low Battery must receive charge above 11 5v for at least 1 minute Low Battery Voltage lt 10 5v High Battery Voltage Battery Fully Charged gt 15v Flashing Flashing Factorv Setu Lantern s in factory setup mode ON 1 second ON 1 second Mode y p OxFF Please change the flash Battery is charged Battery is flat Battery must receive charge above
25. lar Marine Lantern How to Change the Regulator pr Qu e 10 11 12 13 14 Remove the 4 x M6 x 20 socket head cap screws SHCS and 4 x M6 nylon washers then disconnect the light head from the chassis Remove the 2 x M4 x 20 SHCS 2 x M4 spring washers and 2 x M4 penny washers then remove the upper battery bracket containing the regulator Disconnect the battery Take note of the wire colours and location in the regulator Disconnect the wires from the regulator Remove the 2 x M4 CSSK screws 2 x M4 nylock nuts and 2 x M4 penny washers that retain the regulator to the top battery bracket and remove the regulator Fit the new regulator using the 2 x M4 CSSK screws 2 x M4 penny washers and 2 x M4 nylock nuts Connect the solar positive wires to the solar points on the regulator Connect the solar negative wires to the solar points on the regulator Connect the battery positive wires to the Battery point on the regulator Connect the battery negative wire to the battery point on the regulator Reconnect the battery Refit the battery top bracket into the solar unit using the 2 x M4 x 20 SHCS Ensure the top O ring is sitting correctly into the top casting Refit the light head and tighten the M6 x 20 SHCS witht the 4 x M6 nylon washers evenly DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Fa ad t BB SS SS SS s 10 Amp Multi Point Regulator com www sealito vr dy _ Use the label to ensure correct location SL
26. mp Control or Radio Control All this is backed by Sealite s industry leading 3 year warranty Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern SPECIFICATIONS Light Characteristics Light Source 36 ultra high intensity LEDs Available Colours Red Green White Yellow Blue Maximum Available Intensity cd Red 142 Green 125 White 119 Yellow 102 Visible Range nm 4 5 Horizontal Output degrees 360 Vertical Divergence degrees 9 Reflector Type Omnidirectional 360 LED Reflector US Pat No 6 667 582 AU Pat No 778 918 Available Flash Characteristics Up to 256 IALA recommended user adjustable Intensity Adjustments Adjustable in 25 increments LED Life Expectancy hours gt 100 000 Electrical Characteristics Current Draw mA Refer to Sealite Power Calculator Circuit Protection Integrated Nominal Voltage v 12 Autonomy days gt 15 14 hour darkness 12 5 duty cycle Temperature Range 40 to 80 C Solar Characteristics Solar Module Type Multicrystalline Output watts 20 4 x 5watt Solar Module Efficiency 76 14 Charging Regulation Microprocessor controlled Power Supply Battery Type SLA Sealed Lead Acid Battery Capacity Ah 24 Nominal Voltage v 12 Battery Service Life Average 5 years Physical Characteristics Body Material 7 stage powder coated aluminium chassis with UV stabilised rubber 8 corners and gaskets 2 Lens Mat
27. ng Insert 6 al 4 pin Connector 2 pin Connector 1 A po WN SESS WH FFF Z SEES Wy SESS H SEES VE I Fig 2 SLC420 Solar Marine Lantern components IMPORTANT To ensure the life of your product it is important that when attaching the Lens Assembly part 2 back onto the lantern base that an even seal is created Half tighten all 4 socket head screws and then fully tighten each socket head screw to ensure an even seal Latest products and information available at www sealite com Sealite SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Selecting an Intensity Power Setting Intensity power settings on Sealite lanterns operate via DIP switches located near the rotary switches on the flasher unit The pulse settings may be used to reduce the power consumption and intensity of the lantern Setting the lantern to 25 intensity will reduce the power consumption to 25 of the normal 100 setting and the range by 25 This setting may be used to adjust the current draw of the light to local sunlight conditions Lantern Base Rotary Switch B Rotary Switch A Intensity Setting Intensity Setting 100 o 320mA 420mA 75 9 241mA 316mA EE gt 50 Z 161mA 211mA 2596 O 482mA 107mA Power Consumption Calculator Night Hours Total power use 13 7 if Power Duty Cycle us
28. on Card and return to Sealite within 30 days of your purchase Online Registration please complete the Online Registration Form at www sealite com Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace your LED light in the event of electronic failure for a period of up to three years from the date of purchase The unit must be returned to Sealite freight prepaid Warranty Terms 1 Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any Sealite marine products fitted with telemetry equipment including but not limited to AIS GSM GPS or RF Telemetry Products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any BargeSafe Series of LED barge light products BargeSafe Products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any LED area lighting products Area Lighting Products but not including sign lighting products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser Sealite Pty Ltd warrants tha
29. sion of this document visit www sealite com or email info sealite com Symbols FL Flash followed by number Eg FL 1 S one flash every second F Fixed Q Quick flash VQ Very quick flash OC Occulting greater period on than off ISO Isophase equal period on and off LFL Long flash long MO Morse code contains letter For example VQ 6 LFL 10 S means 6 very quick flashes followed by a long flash during a 10 second interval The amount of power your lantern draws through the night depends on the duty cycle i e the amount of time on as a proportion to the timing cycle For example 0 5 seconds on and 4 5 seconds off equals a 10 duty cycle It is best to operate at the lowest duty cycle appropriate to the actual needs of the application Recommended Rhythm for Flashing Light IALA Regions A and B MARK DESCRIPTION RHYTHM Port Hand amp Starboard Marks Any other than Composite Group Flashing 2 1 Preferred Channel Starboard Composite Group Flashing 2 1 Preferred Channel Port Composite Group Flashing 2 1 North Cardinal Mark Very quick or quick East Cardinal Mark Very quick 3 every 5 seconds or quick 3 every 10 seconds South Cardinal Mark Very quick 6 long flash every 10 seconds or quick 6 long flash every 15 seconds West Cardinal Mark Very quick 9 every 10 seconds or quick 9 every 15 seconds Isolated Danger Mark Group flashing 2 Safe Water Mark Isophase occulting one long flash every
30. t any LED sign lighting products Sign Lighting Products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of three 3 years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any Sealite marine lighting products other than the Telemetry Products BargeSafe Products and Area Lighting Products Sealite Products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of three 3 years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace at Sealite s sole discretion any Telemetry Products BargeSafe Products Area Lighting Products or Sealite Products found to be defective in material and workmanship in the relevant warranty period so long as the Warranty Conditions set out below are satisfied If any Telemetry Products BargeSafe Products Area Lighting Products or Sealite Products are fitted with a rechargeable battery Sealite Pty Ltd warrants the battery will be free from defect for a period of one 1 year when used within original manufacturer s specifications and instructions Warranty Conditions This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations 1 2 The warranty is applicable to lanterns manufactured from 1 1 2009 The warranty is void and
31. t the process in the reverse order to replace a new panel Note Make sure the O rings on the top casting and 4 x M6 35mm long socket head cap screws are coated in silicon grease before re assembling The replacement of a solar panel should only be performed by a confident technician Sealite cannot guarantee the chassis will remain waterproof if it not performed by Sealite staff To test for any leaks remove the gore vent and pressurise the assembled Light to 1 5psi Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern Trouble Shooting Problem Lantern will not activate Ensure lantern is in darkness Wait at least 60 seconds for the program to initialise in darkness Ensure switch setting is on a valid code not unused flash code Ensure battery terminals are properly connected Ensure battery voltage is above 12volts Check the Status LED s on the base of the PCB to determine what type of fault the light is activating see Lantern Status section of this manual Timing codes will not change Turn rotary switches several times to ensure contacts are clear Lantern will not operate for the Expose lantern to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days entire night Sealite products typically require 1 5 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full autonomy From a discharged state the lantern may require several days of operational condit
32. tches inside the lantern Your lantern is normally set to maximum range see Selecting Intensity Power Setting section of this manual 3 Adjust the rotary switches A and B to desired flash setting see Selecting a Flash Code section of this manual 4 Join the 4 Pin connector and the 2 Pin connector together to join the battery and solar panels to the light head The battery is disconnected to reduce discharge during transportation and for long term storage 5 Feed all wiring back inside lantern body and make sure the o ring is properly placed at the top of the lantern body 6 Place the top lens assembly back onto the lantern body and replace 4 socket head screws Make sure to tighten the 4 x cap screws evenly when securing the lens assembly The unit is now ready for normal operation once placed in darkness 7 Totest place dark cover towel or jacket on top of light to activate sensor light will come on after 30 seconds 8 Ensure that the unit is bolted to an even flat surface Latest products and information available at www sealite com www sealite com SLC420 Compact 4 5nm Solar Marine Lantern O Item Description Quantity 1 SLC420 Base 1 2 SLC420 Lens Assembly 1 3 Battery 12v 24Ah 1 4 Battery Clamp 1 5 Washer M4 2 6 M4 Socket Head Cap Screw 2 n 6 7 Nylock Nut M5 2 multi point 8 O Ring ID 145 x 4 0 1 k EG 9 Socket Head Screw M6 x 20 4 10 Mounti
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