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Dwyer Instruments SPK Quick Start Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The SPK solar panel makes it possible to use Dwyer Instru-

ments Inc. flowmeters in remote applications where a reliable

source of electricity is not available or practical. The SPK is

intended for use with a standard 12V, 22-33 Amp-hour Sealed

Lead Acid battery (not included). It comes standard with a

FEATURES

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Includes 5 watt solar panel, mounting hardware,

and 12V solar charge controller

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Reliable, maintenance-free operation

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Powers Dwyer Instruments Inc. flow meters

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Requires a 22-33 Amp-hour Sealed Lead Acid battery

APPLICATIONS

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Remote metering applications where electricity is

unavailable

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Back-up power supply for uninterrupted operation

charge controller and corrossion-resistant mounting hardware.

The SPK can also be used to provide up to a 40-day back-up

power supply for periods of darkness.

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Page 1 Inc. flowmeters in remote applications where a reliable The SPK can also be used to provide up to a 40-day back-up source of electricity is not available or practical. The SPK is power supply for periods of darkness.
Page 2 In summary, the minimum recommended battery capacity, as described above, will be adequate in most climates and ap- For powering Dwyer Instruments Inc. low power (<50mA) plications. However, under marginal conditions, a larger ca- magnetic flow meters use only deep-cycle SLA batteries (not...
Page 3 Solar Panel INSTALLATION The solar panel is designed to mount to a either a 1-1/2 to 2 the two band clamps as shown. Turn the panel to face true (not inch diameter vertical pipe. First attach the 45 degree angle magnetic) south in the northern hemisphere or north in the bracket to the panel with the two M6 bolts, flat washers and southern hemisphere before tightening the clamps securely.
Page 4 Solar Panel WIRING DIAGRAM MAINTENANCE WARRANTY/RETURN Periodic cleaning of the solar panel glass is recommended to Refer to "Terms and Conditions of Sale" in our cata- remove dust accumulation. Snow and ice may need remov- log or on our website. Contact customer service to receive al if it remains more than 2 weeks.

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