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INSTALLATION
Position Solar Panel(s)
NOTE: If the panel(s) is not casting a shadow, the battery is not being charged.
The location of the panel(s) is critical to the success of the installation. In general, the panel(s) should be mounted using the provided angle bracket
facing DUE SOUTH. The solar panel(s) should be mounted in an area clear of all obstructions and shading from buildings and trees. The area should
be clear for a 180° arc from due east of the panel(s) location to due west of the panel(s) location.
NOTE: Tall trees or buildings that do not shade the solar panel(s) in the summer could shade the solar panel(s) during the winter months when the
sun sits lower in the sky.
Sun's Position
NOTE: DO NOT install solar panel near potential
shading or obstructions that will block the panel
during any part of the day.
INCORRECT
South
CORRECT
South
Solar Panel
TIP: The area around the solar panel(s) should be
clear of shadows or obstructions to the sun for a 180°
arc east to west.
180°
TIP: Wire runs should be kept as short as possible. The solar panel(s)
can be located up to 100' from the operator using #16 AWG wire in any
direction, including elevating it. If a suitable site cannot be found for the
panel(s), please contact Chamberlain to determine if solar is appropriate
for this installation.
3
Summer Sun Height
Winter Sun Height
Up to 15°
South
TIP: To optimize the system for winter
operation the angle can be increased an
additional 15° (solar panel(s) sits more
vertical).
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