Harbor Freight Tools 62443 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions page 3

Installation precautions (cont'd)
6. Handle solar panel with care,
edges may be sharp.
7. Do not focus light on panel.
8. Install components with enough
space to allow proper cooling.
9. This product may occasionally produce
more current and/or voltage than its rated
output. Increase output ratings by 25% when
determining component required voltage
and amperage ratings. Refer to Section
690-8 of the National Electrical Code for an
additional multiplying factor of 125 percent
(80 percent derating) which may apply.
10. Panel must be connected using UL listed outdoor
rated wire of the correct thickness (gauge) for the
amperage rating and length (see warning number
9 also). Follow the guidelines in the chart below:
current Maximum Length
in Amps
5' 10'
0-5
6-7
8
10
11-12 18
15
18
20 18
22-24
30
16
40
50 14
100 12
150 10
200 8
Minimum Wire Gauge
Battery precautions
1. Wear splash-resistant ANSI-approved
safety goggles and electrically insulated
gloves while working near batteries.
Item 62443
15' 20' 25'
18
18 16
18 16
16
16 14
14 12
16 14 12
10
12
14 10
12 10 8
10 6 4
8
4 2
6
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11. Install an appropriate charge controller/regulator
to regulate output and prevent damage. Do not
attach panel to battery or power grid without proper
regulator, inverter, and/or charge controller.
12. Install and use according to applicable
National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
13. This panel is not rated for use as fire-resistant
roofing. If installing on a roof, install only over a fire
resistant roof covering rated for the application.
14. Verify that installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
15. Install only according to these instructions.
Improper installation can create hazards.
16. Handle panel with care. Glass may break or a
sharp edge may be exposed during movement.
17. Keep installation area clean and well lit.
18. Install out of reach of children.
19. Keep bystanders out of the area during installation.
20. Do not install when tired or when under
the influence of drugs or medication.
21. Use in 12 VDC systems only.
22. WARNING: This product contains lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
23. The warnings, precautions, 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.
2. Use an appropriate charge controller
whenever connected to battery.
3. Charge, store, and maintain batteries
according to supplier's instructions.
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