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- What types of batteries can I charge?
- How long will it take for the BatterySAVER SE to charge a dead battery?
- Do I need a charge controller with the BatterySAVER SE?
- Can the BatterySAVER SE drain my battery at night?
- Can the BatterySAVER SE 6W or 18W be left outdoors without protective covering?
- Can the 2W BatterySAVER SE be left outdoors?
- Can I mount the solar panel directly on a surface, or do I need to use some sort
of bracket?
- Will the 2W BatterySAVER SE keep my vehicle battery charged?
- Can I start my vehicle with the 2W BatterySAVER SE connected to the cigarette
lighter socket or battery?
- Will the 2W BatterySAVER always charge the vehicle battery through the cigarette lighter
socket?
- When I push the test button, the blue LED does not light up on the BatterySAVER
SE. What's wrong?
- Do I have to disconnect the panels from the battery when I drive or when I am
recharging my battery with my generator?
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Answers:
- What types of batteries can I charge?
You can trickle charge (with the 2W & 6W models) and charge (with the 18W model) all
types of 12 Volt batteries, including lead-acid automotive batteries, deep cycle
(traction type) or leisure batteries, gel-cell batteries, and heavy-duty (stationary type)
batteries.
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- How long will it take for the BatterySAVER SE to charge a dead battery?
The 18W model can recharge a depleted battery. In full sunlight it will
supply a charging current of 1.2 amperes. Therefore, depending on the type of
battery and the conditions, a battery that requires 30 ampere-hours for a full
charge would take approximately 25 hours of full sunshine to recharge. The use
of multiple panels will decrease the total charging time.
The 2W & 6W models are designed to trickle charge batteries. They compensate for natural
voltage losses and key-off small instrumentation drain by replenishing your
battery.
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- Do I need a charge controller with the BatterySAVER SE?
A charge controller is not required with either the 2W or 6W panel, because they are not
powerful enough to overcharge your battery. It is important to use a charge
controller with the BatterySAVER SE 18W however, in order to protect your battery from
overcharge.
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- Can the BatterySAVER SE drain my battery at night?
No. All ICP solar panels are equipped with reverse current protection so
current cannot flow from the battery to the panel.
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- Can the BatterySAVER SE 6W or 18W be left outdoors without protective covering?
Yes, the panels have been weather protected and can be mounted outdoors. They
are completely weatherproofed, and can withstand ½ inch hailstones, up to 180ºF
heat, and can operate under 3 inches of snow (on sunny days).
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- Can the 2W BatterySAVER SE be left outdoors?
No. The 2W BatterySAVER SE is not weatherproof. It was designed to sit on the
dashboard or to be installed on the inside of a window pane. Outdoor use will
void the warranty.
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- Can I mount the solar panel directly on a surface, or do I need to use some sort
of bracket?
ICP solar panels can be installed directly on a flat surface, using the
screws (and centre legs for the 18W) provided. If the mounting surface is
rubberized, we suggest that you use rubber spacers to create an air gap between
the two surfaces (in order to prevent heat build-up when exposed to high
temperature conditions).
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- Will the 2W BatterySAVER SE keep my vehicle battery charged?
The BatterySAVER SE trickle charger compensates for natural voltage losses
and key-off small instrumentation drain by replenishing your battery at a
maximum rate of 135 mA in full sunlight. Ideal for long term parking.
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- Can I start my vehicle with the 2W BatterySAVER SE connected to the cigarette
lighter socket or battery?
Yes. The BatterySAVER SE can remain connected while the vehicle is operating. As
a safety precaution while driving, store the panel in a secure place.
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- Will the 2W BatterySAVER always charge the vehicle battery through the cigarette lighter
socket?
In most vehicles the cigarette lighter is always active, regardless of the
position of the ignition key. However, in some vehicles the cigarette lighter
socket is inactive while the vehicle is off. You can check this easily yourself
by trying the cigarette lighter with the key off. If necessary, use the battery
clamps and wire provided with the unit and connect it directly to your battery.
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- When I push the test button, the blue LED does not light up on the BatterySAVER
SE. What's wrong?
If the LED does not light when pressing the test button, it may mean that you
are not exposing the unit to enough daylight. Please position the solar panel to
maximize its exposure to the sun.
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- Do I have to disconnect the panels from the battery when I drive or when I am
recharging my battery with my generator?
No, ICP solar panels are designed to be connected to the battery permanently.
There is no need to disconnect them when charging the batteries by other means
such as AC chargers or your vehicle’s generator or alternator.
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