Summary of Contents for Thunder TDR15005
- Page 1 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF YOUR THUNDER MONOCRYSTALLINE FOLDING SOLAR PANEL! For your personal safety read, understand and follow the information provided in this instruction manual & on the solar panel.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Features & Benefits Components Specifications Installation and Connections Safety Precautions Choosing the Correct System Troubleshooting Guide 10. Typical Battery Connections 11. Warranty Terms & Conditions Table of Contents... -
Page 3: Features & Benefits
FEATURES & BENEFITS • Built-in SMART solar controller with LED indication Mounted behind the panels, this controller ensures the safety of the panels and batteries. This SMART controller will automatically cut out when the batteries are fully charged, during solar panel discharge and in situations where reverse polarity may exist. The controller features a switch allowing use with Lead Acid, AGM and GEL type batteries. -
Page 4: Components
COMPONENTS Monocrystalline solar panels with heavy duty anodized aluminium frame. Solar panel junction box. Heavy duty ABS handle. 10m cable. Heavy duty steel safety fasteners. Automatic SMART solar charge controller with LED (green/yellow) indicators. Heavy duty aluminium fold support legs. Components... -
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL TDR15005 TDR15006 TDR15007 TYPE Monocrystalline Monocrystalline Monocrystalline MAX POWER 80W (2x40W) 160W (2x80W) 240W(3x80W) OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE 23.9V 22.5V 22.5V SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT 4.39A 9.46A 14.2A MAX POWER VOLTAGE MAX POWER CURRENT 8.89A 13.3A DIMENSIONS (CLOSED) 675mm(L) x 460mm(W) x 70mm(D) -
Page 6: Installation And Connections
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION Anderson style plug Step One: Location Step Three: Connect panels Identify the best location allowing for maximum sun exposure. This location The panel has the controller mounted on the back and is already connected, so all should be well ventilated. Keep away from hazards such as camp fire, water, you have to do is connect the other supplied leads to the battery outputs. -
Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS We recommend that you read the manual thoroughly before use. Always keep 13. Have plenty of fresh water and soap available in case battery acid comes into this manual in a convenient location. A pocket is provided in the padded bag contact with skin, clothing or eyes (no soap). -
Page 8: Choosing The Correct System
It is recommended to never fully discharge your batteries, as this can cause permanent damage to the cells. SYSTEM WATTS MAX AMPS HOURS OF SUNLIGHT AMP HOURS TDR15005 32Ah TDR15006 120W 8.89A 71.12Ah 12V RADIO 240W 13.3A... -
Page 9: Troubleshooting Guide
Solar panels and controller are maintenance free. • There are no user service parts in this unit. • If you have any problems, please contact Thunder. See back of booklet for details. The charge LED doesn’t glow green • Ensure the panels are exposed to sunlight. -
Page 10: Typical Battery Connections
TYPICAL BATTERY CONNECTIONS Normal connection Parallel connection CORRECT CORRECT Load Load = 12V Chassis ground Chassis ground Typical Battery Connections... -
Page 11: Warranty Terms & Conditions
WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS When you acquire or fit a Thunder product you have the peace of mind in knowing that it is backed by a comprehensive 12 month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. The Thunder warranty is provided in addition to any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.