Nature Power 40402 User Manual
Solar Home and RV Kit
40 Watts
Owner’s Manual
Model: 40400
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For safe and optimum performance, the Solar Home and RV Kit must be used properly.
Carefully read and follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual and give special
attention to the CAUTION and WARNING statements.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Note: Due to unit contain large battery capacity, upon purchasing, immediately charge unit
for more than 24 hours or through the solar panel for more than 72 hours depending on the
availability of the sun light. To guarantee maximum device performance and life span if the
unit is not connected continuously to utility power or not connected to the solar panel, it is
recommended to charge the unit after each use and once every 90 days.
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this
guide, Nature Power assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note as well that
specifications and product functionality may change without notice.
Important
Please be sure to read and save the entire manual before using your Nature Power
Solar Home and RV kit. Misuse may result in damage to the unit and/or cause harm or
serious injury. Read manual in its entirety before using the unit and save manual for future
reference.
Service Contact Information
Tel: 1-800-588-0590
www.naturepowerproducts
Email: info@naturepowerproducts.com
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 4
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 6
3. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 6
4. CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................... 10
5. OPERATION .................................................................................................. 14
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 18
7. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 19
8. OPTION FOR EXPANSION ........................................................................... 19
9. WARRANTY .................................................................................................. 20
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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit. With our state of
the art, easy to use design, this product will offer you reliable service for providing a
solar-powered rechargeable power source for your home, cabin, or campsite. With its
highly technical design and comprehensive features, the Nature Power Solar Home
and RV Kit will provide you with a simple yet effective user experience as you learn to
generate your own power.
The Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit can run many AC-powered appliances
whenever you need power. Its battery is expandable for times when you require longer
run times, and its automatic transfer switch built inside means that you can switch
seamlessly from household utility power to the power you generate from the sun.
This manual will explain how to use this unit safely and effectively. Please read and
follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
NOTE: Upon purchasing, immediately charge unit through utility power for 24 to 48
hours or through the solar panel for more than 72 hrs. To guarantee maximum device
performance and life span, it is recommended to continuously connect the unit to utility
power or solar panel to top up the internal battery or else to charge the unit after each
use and once every 90 days
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This section contains important safety information for the Nature Power Solar Home
and RV Kit. Each time, before using the Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit, READ
ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the inverter/charger, the
batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide.
The Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit contains no user-serviceable parts. See
Warranty section for how to handle product issues.
FIRE AND/OR CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
Do not cover or obstruct any air vent openings and/or install in a zero-clearance
compartment.
Do not use the Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit, if the unit is visibly leaking
some type of liquid. It is possible that the internal battery has been damaged and
battery acid may have spilled.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR
SERIOUS INJURY
When working with electrical equipment or lead acid batteries, have someone nearby
in case of an emergency.
Wear eye protection and gloves.
Avoid touching your eyes while using this unit.
Keep fresh water and soap on hand in the event battery acid comes in contact with
eyes. If this occurs, cleanse right away with soap and water for a minimum of 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. DO NOT smoke or have an open spark or fire
near the system.
Keep unit away from moist or damp areas.
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Avoid dropping any metal tool or object on the battery. Doing so could create a spark
or short circuit which goes through the battery or another electrical tool that may
create an explosion.
WARNING: Shock Hazard. Keep away from children!
Avoid moisture. Never expose unit to water.
Unit provides 120Vac from inverter or by pass utility power, treat the output socket
the same as regular wall AC sockets at home.
WARNING: Explosion hazard!
DO NOT use the Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit in the vicinity of flammable
fumes or gases (such as propane tanks or large engines).
AVOID covering the ventilation openings.
Always operate unit in an open area.
Prolonged contact to high heat or freezing temperatures will decrease the working life
of the unit. Unit exposure to these elements may lead to cracking and decreased
capacity of the internal battery.
FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generate, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
LIMITATIONS ON USE
Do not use in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or
devices.
BATTERY RECYCLING
The unit is designed to provide years of service. However, the internal battery is not
designed to be user replaceable.
Because the internal battery installed inside the battery box contains lead, which
can be hazardous if exposed to the environment, the battery box should be recycled or
safely disposed of at your local recycling depot. Do not dispose of the battery box with
common household waste. Please ask your local authorities about recycling services
that are available in your area.
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2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit package includes the items list below.
Solar Home and RV Kit base unit
40W Solar Panel
Solar Panel Cable
Owner‟s manual
3. INSTALLATION
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN DAMAGE THE
UNIT.
Before beginning your Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit Installation, please
consider the following:
The Nature Power Solar Home and RV Kit base unit should be used or stored in an
indoor area away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture or conductive contaminants.
The solar panel of course can be installed outdoors where the best access to
sunlight occurs.
When placing the unit, allow a minimum of three inches of space around the unit for
optimal ventilation. When placing the unit, allow a minimum of three inches of
space around the unit for optimal ventilation.
Charge battery immediately upon purchasing this product.
To ensure optimum battery run time and life expectancy, leave Nature Power Solar
Home and RV Kit continuously plugged into utility AC power and/or leave solar
panel plugged into the unit to charge internal battery
Main Unit Installation
To install the unit, plug the AC input power cord directly into a wall outlet and unit is
ready to use.
Note: Although the unit is grounded through the ground pin of the AC plug, it is highly
recommended to ground the battery box through the „Grounding Electrode Terminal‟
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