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Instructions Flexopower rollable solar kit
SK79 79W / SK158 158W / SK237 237W
Carefully follow the instructions below for successfully operating the SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar kit.
The Flexopower SK79 / SK158 / SK237 4x4 kit is based on glass free, flexible solar panel technology and
includes everything needed to charge/manage the batteries from the sun: solar panel, protective carry
bag, solar regulator, cabling, connectors and user manual. Easy to install, plug and play principle. The
Flexopower SK79 / SK158 / SK237 4x4 kit is suitable for marine, desert and tropical environments.
1. Caution
- Do not fold SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels
- Do not flatten SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels when rolled up
- Roll up SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels to the size of the bag only, do not roll up to smaller
size
- Do not erect under or near power lines
- Do not stand on, walk or drive over SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels
- Do not tamper with cabling, equipment and connectors
- Do not pull on lead cables
- Always observe polarity: red/brown cable (+) positive; black/blue cable (-) negative
- Always use with a solar regulator with correct capacity
- The SK79 / SK158 / SK237 kit as described here is suitable only for 12VDC systems. Please
contact IBS GmbH or your local dealer if you operate a 24, 36 or 48VDC system.
2. Complete kit consists of
Roll
able Panel
SK79
(SK79W)
SK158
(
158W)
SK237
(237W)
R
ollable glass free solar panel
s with eyelets
and lead wire with 50A Anderson grey
connector
1x 2x 3x
P
rote
ctive carry bag with printed
on
instruction
1x 1x 1x
So
lar regulator with LED display
1x 14A
, 12V
1x 14A
, 12V
1x 20A
, 12V
LCD remote display [V,A]
no no no
S
pecial ripcord twin core cable
set
4mm
2
with
50 Amp Anderson grey connectors to connect
panel to regulator (long cable)
1x
10m cable
2x 10m cable
3x 10m cable
User Manual
1x 1x 1x
Please note based on client feedback, no battery cable is included.
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The power output of the Flexopower SK79
is suitable for smaller appliances and shorter stays in
camps without power. The power output of the Flexopower SK158 is suitable for 1-3 fridges and
longer stays in camps without power. The power output of the Flexopower SK237 is suitable for extra
heavy loads and long stays in camps without power.
3. Assembly and disassembly (observe correct polarity: plus to plus, negative to negative)
3.1 Mount solar regulator in a suitable position as close as possible to battery. Ensure solar
regulator is protected from the elements, engine oil, engine heat etc.
3.2 Connect the solar regulator to the battery terminal at its battery symbol. Please note the
battery cable is not included in kit.
3.3 The solar regulator will now switch on.
3.4 Open carry bag and take out the SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels.
3.5 Position SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels where it will have full day sun exposure.
Temporarily leave solar panel rolled up (no current in cable) and keep it until point 3.8. (this
is a safety precaution eliminating the possibility of generating sparks when connecting the
solar panel to the solar regulator).
3.6 Connect SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels to the 10m cable set via 50Amp Anderson grey
connectors.
3.7 Connect the 10m cable set to the solar regulator via 50Amp Anderson grey connectors.
3.8 The SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels are now connected to the solar regulator and battery.
Unroll the solar panels and expose to full day sun exposure. The deep cycle battery is being
charged now.
3.9 Secure SK79 / SK158 / SK237 through its eyelets if required.
3.10 The reverse order applies when disassembling. The solar regulator may be left permanently
connected to the battery terminals.
4. Maintenance, transport and storage
- Regularly wipe SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panels with damp clean cloth
- Always transport and store SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panel upright in carry bag
- Dry and wipe clean SK79 / SK158 / SK237 solar panel for storage
- Refer to solar regulator manufacturer’s instructions
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5. Warranty
5.1 The SK79 / SK158 / SK237 is covered by a 2 year manufacturing defect warranty.
5.2 Refer to solar regulator manufacturer’s warranty.
5.3 All warranties and claims are null and void if the unit, connection and components have been
tampered with.
5.4 All warranties and claims are null and void if the unit, connection and components have been
operated beyond their limitations.
5.5 All warranties and claims are null and void in the event of reversed polarity.
5.6 All warranties and claims are null and void if cautions under 1) have not adhered to.
6. Features SK79 / SK158 / SK237 4x4 kit
- Flexible solar panel with eyelets on each side for proper securing
- Expansion ready to conveniently add additional solar panels if needed
- Easy to set up. Plug and play principle
- More low light (overcast) and high temperature tolerant than glass solar panels
- Delivers up to 20% more energy into the battery than glass solar panels
- Virtually unbreakable
- Water, hail and dust proof
- Heavy duty protective bag with carry handle for comfort
- User manual
7. Specifications SK79 / SK158 / SK237 Solar Panel Rollable Kit
IBS Order Number:
SK79
SK158
SK237
Specifications
Namib 79™
Kalahari
-
158™
Kalahari
-
237™
Pmax, Power
79W 158W
237W
Imp, Current at max. Power
4.1A 8.2A 12.3A
Vmp, Voltage at max. Power
19.2V
19.2V
19.2V
Weight of panel
3.0kg
2x
3.0kg
3x
3.0kg
Dimensions deployed L x W x T
298x39x0.15
cm 298x78x0.15cm
298x117x0.15
cm
Dimensions rolled up Height x Diameter
39x27cm
39x27cm
39x27cm
Max. operating temperature
85°C 85°C 85°C
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8. Disclaimer
Flexopower (Pty) Ltd and IBS GmbH shall not be held liable for any loss or damage suffered from
the use of this system.
Flexopower (Pty) Ltd IBS GmbH reserves the right to change the content of this manual without
prior notice.
Flexopower Energies (Pty) Ltd, Johannesburg, South Africa
IBS Inteligent Battery Systems GmbH, Seestrasse 24, CH-3600 Thun, Tel. 033 221 06 18
E-Mail:
[email protected] Internet: www.ibs-tech.ch
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