HydroLynx Systems 5033-XX Instruction Manual

HydroLynx Systems, Inc.

Model 5033-XX

Solar Panel

Instruction Manual

Document No: A102759

Document Revision Date: December, 2004

HydroLynx Systems, Inc. Model 5033-XX Solar Panel

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Receiving and Unpacking

Carefully unpack all components and compare to the packing list. Notify HydroLynx
Systems immediately concerning any discrepancy. Inspect equipment to detect any
damage that may have occurred during shipment. In the event of damage, any claim for
loss must be filed immediately with the carrier by the consignee. If the equipment was
shipped via Parcel Post or UPS, contact HydroLynx Systems for instructions.

Returns

If equipment is to be returned to the factory for any reason, call HydroLynx between
8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time to request a Return Authorization Number (RA#).
Include with the returned equipment a description of the problem and the name, address,
and daytime phone number of the sender. Carefully pack the equipment to prevent
damage during the return shipment. Call HydroLynx for packing instructions in the case
of delicate or sensitive items. If packing facilities are not available, take the equipment to
the nearest Post Office, UPS, or other freight service and obtain assistance with
packaging. Please write the RA# on the outside of the box.

Warranty

HydroLynx Systems warrants that its products are free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of
shipment from the factory. HydroLynx Systems' obligations under this warranty are limited
to, at HydroLynx's option: (I) replacing; or (ii) repairing; any product determined to be
defective. In no case shall HydroLynx Systems' liabilityexceed product's original purchase
price. This warranty does not apply to any equipment that has been repaired or altered,
except by HydroLynx Systems, or that has been subjected to misuse, negligence, or
accident. It is expressly agreed that this warranty will be in lieu of all warranties of fitness
and in lieu of the warranty of merchantability.

Address

HydroLynx Systems, Inc.
950 Riverside Pkwy., Suite 10
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Copyright © 2004 by HydroLynx Systems, Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION NO. PAGE NO.

Equipment Configuration and Parts Identification ............................ 4

1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................. 5

1.1 General Description ........................................... 5

1.2 Specifications ............................................... 5

2.0 INSTALLATION ................................................... 5

2.1 Site Selection ................................................ 5

2.2 Tilt Angle ................................................... 5

2.3 Installation .................................................. 6

3.0 THEORY OF OPERATION ........................................... 6

3.1 Solar Resource .............................................. 6

3.2 Solar Panel ................................................. 7

3.3 Voltage Regulator ............................................ 7

3.4 Power Requirements .......................................... 7

4.0 TESTING & MAINTENANCE ......................................... 7

4.1 Testing .................................................. 8

4.1.1 Without Load Test - Voltage .................................. 8

4.1.2 With Load Test - Power (watts) ................................ 8

4.1.3 Reverse Dark Current Test ................................... 9

4.2 Maintenance ................................................ 9

5.0 DRAWINGS ...................................................... 9