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Summary of Contents for Projecta SPA400/900
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Page 2: Specifications
WARNING • Read the operating instructions before use. • Lead Acid Batteries can be dangerous. Ensure no sparks or flames are present when working near batteries. Eye protection should be used. • Make sure the solar panel is mounted securely or stowed while driving. •... - Page 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Placement Locate the panel in a position where it is exposed to the sun for the majority of the day. For the best results use a northern orientation. Face the front side (Dark Side) of the solar panel to the sun. Although the panel will function in the horizontal position, for best performance tilt the panel towards the sun especially during the winter months in the southern states, the angle of the tilt should be similar to the angle of the sun.
- Page 4 CONNECTIONS (SPA400 Only) Note: Do not allow the output of the solar panel to be shorted and always check the polarity is correct before making any connections. The black clip indicates Negative (–), the red clip indicates Positive (+). The panel is fitted with a 2 metre DC lead and battery clips for direct connection to a battery. 1.
- Page 5 To cigarette socket: 1. Insert the cigarette plug into the vehicle’s cigarette socket. 2. Then connect the other end of the lead to the solar panel. The vehicle’s socket needs to have a permanent electrical connection to the vehicle’s battery to allow the solar panel to charge the battery even when the ignition is off &...
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Page 6: Solar Panel Care
If using the 12-Watt solar panel (SPA900) on a battery less than 50 Amp hours (200CCA) or for maintaining batteries fully charged for long periods the use of a solar controller is recommended. Use Projecta: P/No. SC005 - 5AMP 12V Auto solar controller. - Page 7 Q.Will the solar panel provide enough power to run my car fridge? A. Most portable compressor fridges use between 20-72 Amp hours of power per day (24hrs) depending on model and temperature. Since solar panels only produce their peak power for about 8 hours per day you would need approximately a 30 to 110 Watt solar panel to keep up the power being used by the fridge.
- Page 8 Q. How many panels will I need? A. If connecting panels in series you simply add the voltages: (Do not exceed 48V) 1. One panel 12V 2. Two panels 24V 3. Four panels 48V If connecting panels in parallel you simply add the current or watts: 1.
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