Safety Instructions; General Guidelines - Velleman SOL10P User Manual

1. Introduction
To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product
This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle
could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal
waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned
to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.
If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.
Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into
service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.
2.

Safety Instructions

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This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the device.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
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Risk of electroshock when opening the cover. Touching live wires can cause life-
threatening electroshocks. Do not disassemble or open the housing yourself. Have the
device repaired by qualified personnel.
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As soon as the solar module is exposed to (sun)light, the terminals in the connection box
will be live. To avoid short-circuits when assembling and connecting, turn them away from
the light or cover them so that they are not producing electricity. Remove the covering
once all connections have been made.
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Always mount the module on a straight and flat surface. Do not bend or twist the module.
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Never attempt to divide or disassemble the module.
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Avoid drilling or welding the frame whenever possible.
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Do not use sharp metal tools or any other tools that can scratch the surface of the
module.
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Install the module horizontally or vertically with the connection box at the top. The solar
module should be facing south at an angle of 0-20°. Bear in mind that if the solar module
is cast in shadow, its power output will drop considerably. Choose a location for the
module with as little shade as possible.
3.

General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman
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Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
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All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications
to the device is not covered by the warranty.
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Only use the device for its intended purpose. All other uses may lead to short circuits, burns,
electroshocks, crash, etc. Using the device in an unauthorized way will void the warranty.
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Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and
the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
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Nor Velleman nv nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or
indirect) – of any nature (financial, physical...) arising from the possession, use or failure of this
product.
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Keep this manual for future reference.
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SOL10P/SOL30P/SOL60P
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Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.
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