PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATO USER MANUAL TABLE SOLAR
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1. Ys Sunbird Solar Ltd A Sunbird Group Corporation Solarpod 240 User Manual RevEU130924 For Models 03 SP240 01 02 03 11 4X sunbird Solar Ltd A Sunbird Group Corporation srolarpod 20 by Sunbird Solar PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATOR USER MANUAL Solarpod 240 by Sunbird Solar Sunbird Solar Solarpod 240 is a remarkably light 4 3kg 9 5lb portable power center with a full 240 watt hours of rechargeable power to bring portable energy to your home office or job site Whether as a backup power supply for areas experiencing power outages due to natural disaster or as a mobile generator for a campsite the Solarpod 240 powers your world Charge it from available electricity or operate self sufficiently using one of the Sunbird Solar Ltd Solar Panels No set up is required just plug in and go Includes a 12V amp AC chargers and a cable to connect directly to a solar panel The internal LiFePO battery and energy management system is the one most advanced on the market with a long life cycle and reliable performance Section 1 IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFEGUARDS Read all instructions thoroughly before operating this unit to avoid injury to self or property and avoid damage to the unit Keep instructions handy for reference during use ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS e Do Not submerge in liquid or operate in wet environments Device is not waterproof or water resis2. systems Medical equipment such as oxygen concentrators 12V DC Operation Max 15A output e Plug in your 12V device s power or charging cable into the 12V Vehicle Socket e Neither power button need to be on e Disconnect and power off when not in use Section 6 CARE AND MAINTENANCE e Dust regularly with a clean dry cloth to prevent dust and dirt from building up on the vents and power inputs outputs Store in a clean dry place when not in use e Charge after each use every 30 60 days and before storing so it is ready to use when needed e Solarpod 240 is only serviceable by an authorized repair facility Do not dismantle Warranty is void if the device is opened by unauthorized personnel For technical support contact your local distributor or go to www sunbird solar com technical_ support for online technical support Section 7 TROUBLESHOOTING If our Solarpod 240 fails to operate as specified follow these troubleshooting steps to correct the issue If you still experience issues please contact your local distributor or go to www sunbird solar com technical_ support for online technical support Charging Issues Ensure all cords are connected securely Check power indicators on chargers and the Solarpod 240 to verify they are operating If using a solar panel to charge ensure it is correctly positioned in direct sunlight If using the 12V DC Vehicle Charger make sure the vehicle it is connected to is operating
3. Check that the fuses on the Solarpod 240 have not blown 12V DC Output Fails e Check the battery indicator blue LED strip to see if the Solarpod 240 has sufficient battery charge available If not follow the charging steps previously described e Check to make sure that the 12V DC circuit protection fuse is not blown by removing the 15A fuse housing cap Inspect the fuse and replace if needed with the same size fuse e Check the 12V DC output socket for obstructions or other visible damage e Verify the device being charged is not damaged AC Output Fails e Check the battery indicator blue LED strip to see if the Solarpod 240 has sufficient battery charge available If not follow the charging steps previously described e Ensure the AC power button is on and the red light is on e Check to make sure that the AC circuit protection fuse is not blown by removing the 2A or 4A fuse housing cap and then removing the 2A or 4A fuse Inspect the fuse and replace if needed with the same size fuse See Section 8 for AC fuse reference chart e Check the AC output socket for obstructions or other visible damage e Verify the device being charged is not damaged USB Output Fails e Check the battery indicator blue LED strip to see if the Solarpod 240 has sufficient battery charge available If not follow the charging steps previously described e Ensure the ON OFF power is on and the green light is on e Check the USB p
4. ort for obstructions or other visible damage e Verify the device being charged is not damaged Section 8 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Protection Circuit 2A OR 4A fuse AC outlet and 15A fuse 12V DC outlet See fuse chart below Input 100 240V 50 60Hz 70VA Output 14 6V 15V DC 4A C UL FCC approved 12V DC Vehicle Input 12 30V DC regulated AC 230V 400W Max Modified Sine Wave Inverter 20Ah 12V DC 15A 180W Max 20Ah One Double USB 5V 2A 10W Max 20Ah Operating 322F to 1132F Temperature 02C to 452C AC Wall Charger Rated Output Power amp hours 255 x 195 x 110mm CE Low voltage directive 2006 95 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility directive 2004 108 EC FCC VOC Part 15B Certifications SOLARPOD 240 CHARGING TIME from fully discharged 6 7 hours in full sunlight 12V DC Vehicle Charger included 7 8 hours USB Output Port o G OSO 12V Output Port S o O AC Inverter Outlet S G O iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc Android is a trademark of Google Inc NOTE Data is approximated and based on the maximum power consumption SOLARPOD 240 AC Fuse Reference Chart 230V AC Units 2 Amp Fuse 12V DC Output Fuse 15 Amp Fuse
5. proper vehicle battery level required to charge the Solarpod 240 Vehicle battery discharge or slow charging to the Solarpod 240 could occur 1 Connect the male pin tip of the 12V DC Vehicle Charger into the DC IN port of the Solarpod 240 and then plug the other end into a vehicle power outlet 2 The charging indicator on the 12V DC Vehicle Charger will illuminate red when charging is in process and change to green when charging is complete 3 The yellow charging LED indicators will also illuminate 4 To ensure full battery charge continue charging for 1 additional hour after Solarpod 240 is fully charged 5 There is no need to disconnect 12V DC Vehicle Charger when charging is complete Section 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Once charged the Solarpod 240 is ready to use right out of the box No set up is required All outputs may be used simultaneously Check your device s specifications to make sure they are compatible with the Solarpod 240 ON OFF Button When on the switches surrounding LED light will turn green AC Power Button When on the switches surrounding LED light will turn red USB Operation e Turn the ON OFF BUTTON on e _ Plug in your device s USB power or charging cable e A combined 5V 2A maximum output is available between the two ports when fully charged e Disconnect and power off when not in use AC Operation max 400W output e Press the AC power button to activate the inverte
6. r e Plugin your device s power or charging cable into the electrical AC socket e Disconnect and turn off the power when not in use e CAUTION CHECK CAREFULLY THAT THE VOLTAGE RATING OF YOUR APPLIANCE MATCHES THE VOLTAGE RATING OF THE Solarpod 240 UNIT YOU HAVE PURCHASED e CAUTION Using devices rated higher than 350 400W and operated for more than 10 minutes may cause the Solarpod 240 to overheat and shut down Once it has cooled the circuit will reset and the Solarpod 240 will be operational again Modified Sine Wave Inverter Information Modified side wave inverters are the most common type on the market and work well for most uses It is designed for use with small electronic equipment up to the power limits specified of 400W Due to the nature of the electrical output from this inverter some devices using variable speed controllers and solid state power will require the use of a Pure Sine Wave inverter found in the Solarpod Pro 1000 You may notice additional noise from audio equipment or devices with electric motors Unsuitable Devices Use of any of the following items with Solarpod 240 is at the user s own risk and Sunbird Solar Ltd does not accept any responsibility for damage or injury resulting from use Fluorescent lights with electronic ballasts Power tools with solid state power or variable speed control Digital clocks with radios Sewing machines with speed microprocessor control X 10 home automation
7. r help Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Section 3 PARTS IDENTIFICATION Power Button Battery Capacity Charge Rate Green LED Blue LEDS Yellow LEDS AC Power Button op Display amp Controls Red LED Double USB Port es AC Goo DC Fuse 090 Output gt a Bein DC 12V i DC Charge A Output gt seer J Input 7 TILLI i 7 T 7 7 Y 7 Front Output Side Back Input Side Section 4 CHARGING Fully charge before first use For maximum efficiency charge after each use or every 2 months if it is being stored Failure to properly charge as listed below could damage the unit and affect performance CAUTION ONLY USE CHARGERS PROVIDED WITH THE SOLARPOD 240 OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR Charging Indicator Indicates Charging Rate 1 Five yellow LEDs represent the charging rate when using any of the methods of charging below 2 Each yellow LED equals approximately 20 charge rate This will help you to position a solar panel in the best angle to the sun If the Solarpod 240 is plugged into a 100V 240VAC or 12V 24VDC power source all 5 LEDs should be illuminated Battery Indicator Indicates Battery Capacity Level 1 Five blue LEDs rep
8. resents the current battery capacity 2 Each blue LED represents approximately 20 full Solar Charging recommended Sunbird Solar 60W Solar Panel 1 The Solarpod 240 has built in battery protection and does not require a solar charge controller 2 Place the solar panel in direct sun 3 Connect the solar charging cable included male pin tip to the DC IN port on the Solarpod 240 Connect the MC4 and tips to the solar panel 4 Adjust the solar panel so that it is directly facing the sun Charging will begin immediately and the yellow charging LED indicators will illuminate 5 To ensure full battery charge continue charging for 1 additional hour 6 To maximize battery cycle life disconnect when Solarpod 240 is fully charged AC Wall Charging Adapter Included 1 Connect the male pin tip of the AC Wall Charger into the DC IN port of the Solarpod 240 and then plug the other end into an electrical outlet 2 The charging indicator on the AC Wall Charger will illuminate red when charging is in process and green when the Solarpod 240 has reached a full charge 3 The yellow charging LED indicators will also illuminate 4 To ensure full battery charge continue charging for 1 additional hour after Solarpod 240 is fully charged 5 There is no need to disconnect AC Wall Charger when charging is complete 12V DC Vehicle Charging Adapter Included CAUTION The vehicle engine must be operating to maintain the
9. t will Sunbird Solar Ltd be liable for any indirect or incidental damages or losses of any kind arising from or as a result of misuse or abuse or the incorrect installation or operation of the product FCC REQUIREMENTS Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician fo
10. tant Operate in dry environments only e Do Not operate in flammable or explosive environments e Do Not operate if the unit is damaged in any way including loose electronics DANGER or if charging cords are frayed and wires are exposed e Do Not place foreign objects inside of the power outlets e Do Not disassemble There are no user serviceable parts Contact manufacturer for all repairs e Do Not use to operate any medical life support equipment e Consult your physician before using with CPAP devices or other non life support medical equipment e Administer close supervision when operating around children or persons with disabilities CAUTION e Do Not use any devices over 400W for risk of damage to the inverter e Do Not block the air inlets e Not recommended for use or storage below 142F 102C or above 1202F 492C If using above 1202F place out of direct sunlight to prevent overheating Section 2 WARRANTY e Solarpod 240 is only serviceable by an authorized repair facility Do not dismantle Warranty is void if the device is opened by unauthorized personnel For technical support contact your local distributor or go to www sunbird solar com technical_ support e Registration for the limited warranty described on Sunbird Solar Ltd website can be completed by going online to www sunbird solar com warranty_registration This is the sole and exclusive warranty provided by Sunbird Solar Ltd In no even
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