KICKASS KASB160 Folding Mono Crystalline Solar Blankets User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: KICKASS

Table of Contents

KICKASS KASB160 Folding Mono Crystalline Solar Blankets
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
WHY KICKASS?
IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INCLUDED PARTS
FEATURES
KASB160 DIMENSIONS / SPECIFICATIONS
SOLAR POSITION OPTIMIZATION GUIDE
RECOMMENDED CONNECTION DIAGRAM
References
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KICKASS KASB160 Folding Mono Crystalline Solar Blankets

Product Information

The S LAR KASB Folding Monocrystalline Solar Blankets are portable solar panels designed to provide power for charging batteries. They are available in two models: KASB160 and KASB300. The solar blankets feature A A-grade monocrystalline Cells with ETFE coating for high water, UV, and chemical resistance. The heavy-duty cell backing ensures stability, while the heavy- duty nylon canvas construction makes the solar blankets water and UV- resistant. The blankets come with Velcro fixtures for easy installation and a quick-connect Anderson-style 500mm 14AWG cable. They also include a storage pocket with a double zipper, cables, and a specification label. The compact folding design allows for easy transportation andstorage.

Product Usage Instructions

Important Warning and Safety Instructions:
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities unless supervised or properly instructed on how to use it.
- Do not connect the Solar Blanket directly to a battery. Always use a solar regulator of the correct input rating before connecting and charging the battery.
- Use the Solar Blanket with a regulator of the correct input rating and suitable charge profile for the battery chemistry type being charged (e.g., Lead Acid, Gel, Calcium, AGM, or Lithium Iron Phosphate).
- Mount the battery in a well-ventilated area, away from any ignition source. Avoid smoking or allowing sparks or flames near the battery to prevent explosions.
- To reduce the risk of sparks, connect or disconnect the Solar Blanket to the charge regulator before exposing it to sunlight. The Solar Blanket may generate voltage up to the rated open circuit value at the connection leads while unconnected.
- Regularly perform battery maintenance, including checking water and specific gravity levels.
- Do not use mirrors or other devices to concentrate sunlight on the Solar Blanket artificially.
- Do not connect Solar Blankets in series or parallel.
- Partially shaded or obscured Solar Blankets may have reduced output and can potentially damage the Solar Blanket over time.
- Avoid operating Solar Blankets on vehicle paintwork, such as the vehicle bonnet or roof.
- Do not place heavy items on top of stored blankets.
Personal Safety Precautions:
- When connecting the Solar Blanket to batteries via the regulator, wear complete eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes while working near a battery.
- If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, remove the affected clothing and wash the affected area of your skin immediately with soap and water.
- If battery acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical assistance immediately.
Included Parts:
- KA Solar Folding Blanket
- Integrated Carry Bag
- Anderson to Anderson Extension Cable
Features:
- A Grade Monocrystalline Cell
- ETFE Coating: High water, UV, and chemical resistance
- Heavy-duty cell backing for cell stability
- Heavy-duty nylon canvas: Water and UV-resistant
- Velcro fixtures
- Quick connect Anderson style 500mm 14AWG cable
- Storage pocket with double zipper
- Cables and specification label
- Tough grip carry handle
- Compact folding design
KASB160 Dimensions/Specifications:
- Unfolded: 1620mm
- Folded: 755mm
- Thickness: 70mm

WHY KICKASS?

KickAss is focused on bringing the luxury of home to the outdoors. Your one-stop shop for 12V products. All of our products are designed to be plug and play, for the ultimate camping experience. Designed by the KickAss team in Australia.
Our team of dedicated engineers tests every product to make sure they stand up to the tough Australian outback. The new KickAss folding Solar Blankets are no diﬀerent using high-quality material and Anderson-style connectors for easy integration to our range of charging options.
The KickAss Folding Solar Blanket has been designed to provide a compact and robust portable solution, with a highly eﬃcient power output.
The blanket has been constructed with UV-resistant Nylon canvas and a heavy-duty backing to provide better resilience in oﬀ-road environments. Each A-grade cell constructor is coated with high-quality ETFE, making a longer-lasting quality product.

IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR KICKASS FOLDING SOLAR BLANKETS
DO NOT operate Solar Blankets UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL and the Solar Blanket is installed as instructed.
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
Working in the vicinity of Lead-Acid batteries is dangerous. During normal operation batteries generate explosive gases. It is important that the battery is operated in a well-ventilated area and the Solar Blanket is installed as directed.
WARNING : Check the battery manufacturer’s guide for the recommended voltage proﬁle for charging. Failure to ensure the selected voltage does not exceed the recommended proﬁle could damage your battery. Change the selection if necessary before charging the battery.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY AND DAMAGE DUE TO INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR SECURING OF PRODUCT
It is highly important to correctly secure your solar blanket in the event of high wind. The instructions provided in this manual are a guide. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure the product is securely attached to a mounting surface at all times and in accordance with all local and national safety standards. In addition, any mounting devices used for installation must adhere to the manufacturer’s safety instructions and it may be required to exceed these, to comply with local and national standards. We recommend that a qualiﬁed installer be used.

CAUTION!

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised or have been properly instructed on how to use the appliance by a person responsible of their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance
DO NOT connect the Solar Blanket directly to a battery. ALWAYS use a solar regulator of the correct input rating to connect the Solar Blanket to before connecting and charging the battery.
Ensure you use the Solar Blanket with a regulator of the correct input rating and suitable charge proﬁle for the battery chemistry type being charged. Suitable battery types include; Lead Acid, Gel, Calcium, AGM or Lithium Iron Phosphate.
The battery should be mounted in a well-ventilated area and a safe distance from any ignition source. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ﬂame in the vicinity of the battery. This may cause the battery to explode.
To reduce the risk of sparks, connect or disconnect the Solar Blanket to the charge regulator BEFORE exposure to sunlight. The Solar Blanket may generate voltage up to the rated open circuit value, at the connection leads while unconnected.
The Solar Blanket will achieve best results when proper battery maintenance is regularly performed. This includes but is not limited to checking water and speciﬁc gravity levels of the battery.
Do not use mirrors or other devices to artiﬁcially concentrate sunlight on the Solar Blanket.
The Solar Blanket is not designed to be used in series or parallel.
Partially shaded or partially obscured Solar Blankets will have reduced output, and can potentially damage the Solar Blanket over time.
Do not operate Solar Blankets on vehicle paintwork. eg. vehicle bonnet or roof.
Do not place heavy items on top of the stored blanket.

PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When connecting the Solar Blanket to batteries via the regulator:

Wear complete eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, remove the aﬀected clothing and wash the aﬀected area of your skin immediately with soap and water. If battery acid enters your eye, immediately ﬂood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical assistance immediately.

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INCLUDED PARTS

FEATURES

KASB160 DIMENSIONS / SPECIFICATIONS

SOLAR POSITION OPTIMIZATION GUIDE

KickAss Solar Blankets will perform at their peak with the Blanket face angled directly towards the sun. In the ﬁeld this is not alway possible. KickAss recommends angling the blanket between 20° and 40° from the ground. This ensures the most eﬃcient total power output from your Solar Blanket during the course of the day, in all seasons.

In the Southern Hemisphere, the sun is always in the NORTHERN half of the sky. Facing your Blanket NORTH ensures the best angle to the sun for a Solar Blanket during the course of the day. In the Northern Hemisphere, the sun is always in the SOUTHERN half of the sky. Facing your Blanket SOUTH ensures the best angle to the sun for a Solar Blanket during the course of the day.