FALCON 240W Folding Foldable solar panel User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Falcon
Table of Contents
FALCON 240W Folding Foldable solar panel
Product Information
Accessories included in the kit:
- Handle
- Latches
- Aluminum frame
- Aluminum stand
- Solar charge controller
- Connection box
- Label
- Cable
- Battery crocodile clips
- Anderson plug
- Fuse
- Storage bag (if included with the kit)
- Corner protector
- Ring terminal
Foldable solar panel specifications:
- Model: Folding2x120 Mono
- Cells type: Mono
- Folded size: 1070 x 595 x 70 mm
- Net weight: 18.9 Kg
- Max. power: 240 W
- Max. power voltage: 18.8 V
- Max. power current: 12.77 A
- Open circuit voltage: 22.0 V
- Short circuit current: 13.40 A
Warranty:
The workmanship warranty (wiring and accessories) and solar controller warranty is 2 years. Solar cells are guaranteed to generate power for more than 20 years. The warranty does not cover a fuse.
Product Usage Instructions
Installation:
- Unclip the two latches on the side of the unit and unfold the two panels outward.
- Extend the stand to support the solar panels and fix it.
- Fully extend battery leads and connect the battery clips to the + positive (red) & – negative (black) battery terminals on a 12V battery. Ensure that the connections are secure.
- Note: The kit should be connected to a battery generating at least 6V to start the solar controller. If your 12V battery is fully discharged, charge it for a short period of time by other means to reach 6V.
- When you connect the kit to the battery, the BATT LED on the solar controller will switch on.
- Press the setting button on the controller a few times until LED stops on Batt type. Press the setting
- Operation:
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Q. What type of batteries can be used with this kit?
A. Any sealed lead acid, gel or flooded 12V battery (typically used in caravans, motorhomes, boats etc.) -
Q. Can this kit charge a 24V battery?
A. No, this kit is designed to charge a 12V battery. Technically it’s possible to change solar panel connections to enable the kit to work in 24V mode but this should only be done by an appropriately qualified person. Note: unauthorized modification to 24V will void the warranty
Troubleshooting:
Refer to the controller manual for troubleshooting related to load work as the load terminals of the controller are not used.
Accessories
- Handle 8. Cable
- Latches 9. Battery crocodile clips
- Aluminum frame 10. Anderson plug
- Aluminum stand 11. Fuse
- Solar charge controller 12. Storage bag (if included with the kit)
- Connection box 13. Corner protector
- Label 14. Ring terminal
Installation
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Unclip the two latches on the side of the unit and unfold the two panels outward. Extend the stand to support the solar panels and fix it.
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Fully extend battery leads and connect the battery clips to the + positive (red) & – negative (black) battery termin als on a 12v battery. Ensure that the connections are secure.
Note: The kit shoul d be connected to a battery generating at least 6V to start the solar controller. If your 12V battery i s fully discharged, charge it for a short period of time by other means to reach 6V. -
When you c onnect the kit to the battery, the “BATT” LED on the solar controller will switch on.
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Press the set ting button on the controller a few times until LED stops on “Batt type”. Press the setting button again a nd hold it for 5 seconds until the digits start flashing. Press the setting button quickly again to choo se the battery type (1 = sealed lead acid, 2 = gel, 3 = flooded) and leave it in this position (it will stop fl ashing in a few seconds which means that controller recorded the settings).
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Find a clear s unlit area free from over hanging branches, obstructions or shading.
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Place the sol ar kit into that area facing the sun (“PV” LED on the controller will switch on).
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Note: To maximi se the output, adjust position of the kit regularly to track the sun movement throughout the day.
Operation
The charging stat us LED is marked as “PV” on the controller
- GREEN on al l the time means the solar panel is charging the battery
- GREEN fast f lashing means over-voltage in the system
The battery statu s LED is marked as “BATT” on the controller
- GREEN on w hen the battery voltage is in the normal range and the battery is partially charged
- GREEN slowl y flashing when the battery is fully charged
- ORANG E on means low voltage of the battery (requires charging)
- RED on is when the battery is over discharged
FREQUE NTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Q. What type of batteries can be used with this kit?
A. Any sealed lead acid, gel or flooded 12V battery (typically used in caravans, motorhomes, boats etc.) -
Q. Can this kit charge a 24V battery?
A. No, this kit is designed to charge a 12V battery. Technically it’s possible to change solar panel connections -
Q. Can the kit charge two or more 12V batteries connected in parallel (“+” to “+”, “-“ to “–“)?
A. Yes, it’s possible if the batteries have the same type and capacity and are always used together wired in parallel as a single 12V battery bank. -
Q. Is there any risk that the solar kit will over charge my battery?
A. One of the functions of the solar charge controller is to ensure that your battery is not over charged. -
Q. Can I extend the battery leads?
A. Yes, it’s possible – please choose the same size of cable for extension. -
Q. Do I need to clean the solar panels?
A. Yes, it is recom mended for better performance. Dust & dirt should firstly be swept off the panel surface using a soft brush and then use a wet cloth to wipe the panel surface to remove remaining dirt & grime. -
Q. Can rain damage the solar kit?
A. The solar panels and solar controller are fully waterproof (IP66 class), but we recommend protecting the kit from rain whenever possible, because regular contact with water might lead to rust on some of the fittings.
Troubleshooting
- Check all connections to ensure they are secure and clean
- Check polarity of the battery connection and make sure the battery generates at least 6V
- Ensure the solar panels are exposed to sufficient light – ideally position them to face the sun directly
- For more information refer to the Troubleshooting section of the solar controller manual (skip anything which relates to load work in the controller manual as the load terminals of the controller are not used)
Warranty
The workmanship warranty (wiring and acc essories) and solar controller warranty is 2 years. Solar cells are guaranteed to generate power for more than 20 years. The warranty does not cover a fuse.
Specifications
Model
| ****
Cells type
| ****
Folded size
| ****
Net weight
| Specifications
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Max. power| Max. power
voltage
| Max.
power current
| Open
circuit voltage
| short circuit
current
mm| Kg| W| V| A| V| A
folding2x120| mono| 107059570| 18.9| 240| 18.8| 12.77| 22.0| 13.40
Specifications under standard test conditions (STC): 1000W/m2, AM 1.5, 25 °C. Specifications are stated for the solar panels only without the effect of the charge controller.