Chicago Electric 44768 Assembly and Operating Instructions

Brand: Chicago Electric

Model: 44768

Type: Assembly and Operating Instructions

SOLAR PANEL

1.5 WATTS

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353

Model 44768

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Speciﬁcations

Save This Manual

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly

instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep

your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front

cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be fol-

lowed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.

Read all instructions before using this product!

1. Avoid working alone. If an accident happens, an assistant can bring help.

2. Avoid electrical shock. Use extreme caution when clamping around

uninsulated conductors or bus bars. Prevent body contact with grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and cabinet enclosures when

testing voltages.

3. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

4. Observe work area conditions. Do not test voltages in damp or wet

locations. Keep work area well lighted.

5. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do

not let them handle Solar Charger or cords.

6. Store idle equipment. When not in use, Solar Charger must be stored in

a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of

children.

7. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be

caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and

nonskid footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair

covering to contain long hair.

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Voltage 12V DC

Watts 1.5W

VOC (open circuit volt) 22.50 VDC

Maximum Output 120 mA

Charger Dimensions 14-3/4” L x 6-1/2” W x 7/8” Thick

Cord Length 91 inches

Cigarette Lighter 12V Plug / Blinking L.E.D. Charge Indicator /

Zero Maintenance / Weather, Shock, Rust, UV Resistant Frame

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8. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety

goggles.

9. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not

reach over or across electrical cables or frames.

10. Maintain Solar Charger with care. Inspect Solar Charger cord periodically

and, if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized technician.

11. Use the right Solar Charger for the job. Do not attempt to force a small

Solar Charger to do the work of a larger industrial Solar Charger. There

are certain applications for which this Solar Charger was designed. Do not

modify this Solar Charger and do not use this Solar Charger for a purpose

for which it was not intended.

12. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate

any Solar Charger when you are tired.

13. Check for damaged parts. Before using any Solar Charger, any part that

appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will

operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for any broken

parts or mounting ﬁxtures; and any other condition that may affect proper

operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced

by a qualiﬁed technician.

14. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use

accessories intended for use with this Solar Charger. Approved accessories

are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

15. Do not operate Solar Charger if under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or

reﬂexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate

the tool.

16. Special battery warnings: Batteries can explode under certain conditions

(such as excessive heat and/or poor ventilation). Make sure battery is

vented, and if it’s maintenance free and not able to be ﬁlled and has vent

slots, make sure vents are clear and dirt free.

Use this product in accordance with the battery’s and vehicle’s instruction

manual recommendations, safety warnings and charging instructions.

Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this

instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations

that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common

sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product,

but must be supplied by the operator.

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Assembly and Operation

Note: Unit’s power cable polarity:

Black = Negative (-)

White = Positive (+)

Uses: This Solar Panel Charger is designed to provide a trickle charge to a 12

Volt battery on an automobile, truck, or tractor.

1. If not already connected, plug the Automobile Power Adaptor Cable (#3) to

the Solar Panel Output Cable (#5). See Assembly Drawing on page 5.

2. Connect the Automobile Power Adaptor Cable (#3) to the power socket in

the vehicle.

Note: The unit will begin to trickle charge the battery when exposed to enough

daylight. When this occurs, the L.E.D. Light (#4) will begin to blink. This unit

continually sends power as long as it receives natural daylight.

Note: You may leave the unit plugged in overnight and it will not drain your bat-

tery.

Short Term Temporary Use (Stationary Vehicle)

You may set the Solar Panel on the dashboard or hood of your vehicle if the

vehicle is stationary. Make sure the panel faces the correct position to receive full

sun.

Outdoor Mounting

1. Although the Solar Panel (#2) and Frame (#1) are weather resistant, you

should apply a bead of clear silicone sealant along the glass edges and the PVC

Frame.

2. Due to vehicle movement and weather conditions, use longer screws (not

included) to securely mount the unit.

Note:

Temperature on the dashboard can reach 195° F on hot day (over 89° F outside.)

Remove Solar Panel from direct sunlight and dashboard during hot days to pre-

vent plastic frame from melting. But if frame does become deformed or damaged

from heat, the Solar Panel will still function.

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Unpacking

When unpacking, check to make sure the following parts are included. If any parts

are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover

of this manual.

Framed Solar Panel With Output Cable

Automobile Power Adaptor Cable

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM

IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER

NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO

THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PROD-

UCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.

IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT

ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTI-

FIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES

ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL

PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER

INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not

available individually as replacement parts.

Assembly Drawing and Parts List

Trouble Shooting:

L.E.D. Light (#4) not lit.

1. Check to see that the Automobile Power Adaptor Cable (#3) isn’t pushed

too far into the power socket.

2. The L.E.D. Light (#4) is burnt out. Check with a multi-meter before returning to

Harbor Freight Tools.

Note: If the L.E.D. Light (#4) burns out, it will not affect Solar Panel performance.

3. Unit not charging battery or no voltage is measured. Check the Fuse (#6) in the

Automobile Power Adaptor Cable. To access the Fuse, unscrew the plastic tip

of the Automobile Power Adaptor Cable.

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Part Description Qty.

1 Frame 1

2 Solar Panel 1

3 Automobile Power

Adapter Cable

4 L.E.D. Light 1

5 Output Cable 1

6 Fuse (2A, 250V) 1

Please note: Fuse (6) not shown.

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Chicago Electric 44768 Assembly and Operating Instructions

Chicago Electric 44768 Assembly and Operating Instructions

Chicago Electric 44768 Assembly and Operating Instructions

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