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SL-15 with User-Adjustable Flash Settings 1–2NM+ Solar Marine Light Installation & Service Manual Version 3.6...
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SL-15 with User-Adjustable Flash Settings 1–2NM+ Solar Marine Light Bird deterrent spike Internal solar module Single LED Optic Automatic night activation Lens and base moulded from UV-stabilised LEXAN® polycarbonate Internal user-replaceable battery in sealed Internal user-adjustable compartment flash settings...
Update: Replacing the battery July 2012 J. Dore External switch operation December 2015 Y. Chambers Update: Contact details January 2016 J. Dore Update: Battery details October 2016 M.Aslam M.Nicholson General Update November A.Dixon M.Nicholson Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Sealite has been independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO9001:2008 quality management system. Sealite lanterns comply with requirements of the US Coast Guard in 33 CFR part 66 for Private Aids To Navigation.
1–2NM+ Solar Marine Light SL-15 Model The Sealite SL-15 1–2NM+ LED compact light incorporates some of the most advanced technology available. Made from tough, durable polycarbonate and using the latest high- intensity LEDs, no expense has been spared in the design and development of this lantern.
For best lantern performance, ensure solar modules are not covered and are in clear view of the sky with no shadows. 1. The SL-15 will be supplied preset to the requested flash code. 2. The light can be directly positioned in your desired location. Secure it, utilising the 4 x holes in the flange.
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Selecting a Flash Code- Rotary Switch All SL-15 Lights are fitted with a rotary switch. Turning the small arrow to the appropriate number or letter will set the code (see ‘Flash Codes’ section of this manual). The unit may take up to one minute to activate a new flash code.
1–2NM+ Solar Marine Light Flash Code Table Sealite marine lanterns may be set to any of IALA recommended flash settings. These can be set via rotary switches inside the lantern or the IR remote or via the Sealite Configuration Tool.
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FL 5 S FL 15 S 14.0 FL 5 S LFL 15 S 11.0 FL 5 S OC 15 S FL 5 S LFL 20 S 18.0 FL 26 S 25.0 FL 5 S Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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22.0 SWITCH Controller FLASH CODE Q (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S FL (3) 5 S FL (3) 6 S FL (2+1) 6 S Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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VQ (3) 15 S 13.7 FL (2) + LFL 16 S FL (3) 20 S 12.5 FL (3) 20 S 15.5 FL (3) 20 S 12.0 FL (3) 20 S 15.2 FL (3) 20 S 15.0 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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FL (4) 20 S 13.5 FL (4) 20 S 10.5 FL (4) 20 S Q (4) 20 S 16.5 FL (4) 20 S 12.0 Q (4) 28 S 24.5 FL (4) 30 S 26.5 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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MO (A) 10 S MO (D) 10 S MO (A) 15 S 11.0 MO (U) 15 S 11.8 MO (U) 15 S 10.7 MO (U) 15 S 10.1 MO (B) 15 S 10.5 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Sealite IR Controller / Universal Remote Compatibility If you lose your Sealite IR Controller, the following Universal Remote Controller has been tested for compatibility: RCA Type RCR312WR programmed for Phillips TV Type Code 10054...
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The light flashes the current battery status. The light flashes the sunset level in Lux, followed by a 2 second gap, followed by the sunrise level. Levels are in the range of 1 to 9. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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This function reads the battery status. The response from the light is High Voltage: 4 flashes, Good Voltage: 3 flashes, Low Voltage 2 flashes, Cutoff Voltage or below: 1 flash. Example Key sequence: Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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Example key sequence: (Set the intensity level to 5 – undefined.) The light flashes 5 times for 1 second. When a key sequence has been entered successfully the light will respond acknowledgement with a long 1 second flash. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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In order to change intensity settings using the IR Remoter Control, the lamp must be powered. The lamp can detect a change in switch settings if they are changed while the light is powered down. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Replacing the battery The SL-15 lantern is the only compact marine lantern with a double sealed battery compartment. This provides the user with the ability to change the battery after years of operation. 1. Remove the 4 x battery cover screws and lift the cover and battery out of the compartment to expose the adjustment plug.
• Expose lantern to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days. entire night. Sealite products typically require 1.5 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full autonomy. From a discharged state, the lantern may require several days of operational conditions to ‘cycle’ up to full autonomy.
For correct operation of the EXTERNAL switch, the INTERNAL switch must be set in the OFF position. If the INTERNAL switch is set to the ON position, the operation of the EXTERNAL switch is bypassed and the lantern is ON. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Post mounting stand 50mm OD post, 3-hole 200mm OD base pattern MC/05 90 degree wall mounting stand 50mm OD MC/09 Buoy mounting plate to affix SL-15 lantern to SLB600, SLB610 & SLB700 buoys Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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SL-15 with User-Adjustable Flash Settings 1–2NM+ Solar Marine Light Notes Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Please complete the Online Registration Form at: www.sealite.com Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace your LED light in the event of electronic failure for a period of up to three years from the date of purchase, as per the terms & conditions below.
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To the extent permitted by acts and regulations applicable in the country of manufacture, the liability of Sealite Pty Ltd under this Warranty will be, at the option of Sealite Pty Ltd, limited to either the replacement or repair of any defective product covered by this Warranty.
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