BigBlue SolarPowa 20 ETFE Solar Charger Series (Mini Line) User Manual

BigBlue SolarPowa 20 ETFE Solar Charger Series (Mini Line)

Product Information

The SolarPowa 20 is a solar charger designed to provide portable power for your devices. It is equipped with USB Type-A and USB Type-C ports, allowing you to charge multiple devices simultaneously. The charger is made with ETFE material, providing durability and resistance to corrosion.

Important Safety Instruction

Product Disclaimer: This product contains chemicals such as Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Product Use: Avoid contact with highly corrosive substances or immersion in corrosive liquids. Do not attempt to repair any damage to the product. Refer to qualified personnel for servicing.

• Product Storage
  Store the product in a safe and dry place when not in use.

• Product Disposal
  Dispose of unwanted solar panels in accordance with local legal requirements. If the product contains a battery, ensure it is completely discharged before disposal. Follow local regulations on battery disposal and recycling.

• Product Certifications
  The SolarPowa 20 has obtained relevant certifications to ensure its quality and safety.

• Product Warranty
  The product comes with a warranty. Please refer to the warranty card for details.

Product Usage Instructions

Unpacking The Equipment
Open the package and take out the SolarPowa 20 charger.
System Operations

1. The SolarPowa 20 charger comes with a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable.
2. Unfold the charger.
3. Connect your devices to the charger using a certified power cable to start charging. The USB Type-C port is recommended.
4. Place the charger in direct sunlight, ensuring that the USB Type-C port is facing the sun. Use the kickstand to prop up the charger if needed.
5. Avoid shaded areas to optimize energy production.

System Specifications

| Model| Net Weight (approximately)| Dimensions (folded)| Dimensions (unfolded)| USB Type-A| USB Type-C| Total USB Output
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
SolarPowa 20| 0.77kg / 1.71lbs| 8.66 x 8.74 x 1.57inch / 225 x 222 x 40mm| 26.06 x 8.74 x 0.73inch / 662 x 222 x 18.5mm| 5V / 2.4A| 5V / 2.4A| Maximum up to 20W

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the connected device not charging?
   Check if your device is properly connected to the solar charger and if the connecting cable is functioning correctly. Try re-plugging the cable or using another cable.

2. Why is the connected device charging slowly?
   Ensure that the input current and voltage of the connected device are within the accepted range. Fluctuations in current output caused by sunlight, weather, or shading may affect the charging process. Place the solar charger in direct sunlight or wait for clear weather conditions. Adjust the charger towards the sun for maximum solar energy.

3. What is the difference between the nominal/rated output and the actual output of the solar charger?
   The nominal/rated output refers to the maximum power output that the solar charger is designed to provide. The actual output may vary depending on factors such as sunlight intensity and weather conditions.

Warranty Card
Fill in the required information on the warranty card, including your name, email, model, UPC number, address, phone number, shop name, order number, and date of purchase. For more information and support, visit www.bigblue- tech.com or contact BigBlue_Official at support@ibigblue.com. All text and image copyrights are reserved. Subject to change without notice. Item No. 230721EN

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Product Disclaimer:
Actual products may vary. BigBlue reserves the right to the final interpretation of the contents in this manual and all documents associated with this product. We also reserve the right to update, change or terminate this manual without prior notice. If you have any questions or comments, please contact us at support@ibigblue.com.

• Read all the instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Failure to operate the product correctly may result in damage to the product or personal property, and cause serious injury.
• BigBlue will not be held liable for damages caused by fire, earthquakes, accidents, intentional misconduct on the part of the customer abuse or other abnormal conditions.
• BigBlue reserves the right to the final interpretation of the contents of this user manual.

WARNING : This product can expose you to chemicals such as Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Product Use

• The actual output of the solar panel depends on the light intensity and tilt angle of the panel. The charging power of a solar panel may fluctuate due to weather conditions, seasonal changes, and location. This product should be installed and connected strictly in accordance with instructions found in the user manual.
• The main body of this product is waterproof; however, the junction box and connection points must not be immersed in water.

To avoid damaging the solar cells of the panel:

• DO NOT use sharp objects on the surface. Do not knock or bend the solar panel.

• DO NOT apply pressure to the solar panel or allow it to be dropped on any of its corners, sides, or faces.
  WARNING : This product should not come into contact with highly corrosive substances or be immersed in corrosive liquids.

• DO NOT repair any damage to the product. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

• DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repurpose or modify in any manner.

• Connect your device and solar charger with the included, or other certified power cable to start charging.

• Overheating will cause damage. Stop using and contact the manufacturer if the product Is excessively hot, is emitting odor, is deformed, or showing other abnormalities.

• Do not clean with harmful chemicals or detergents.

• The surface temperature of the solar panel will increase during operation. Please do not directly touch the front of the battery to avoid burns.

• Do not use the panel when the panel front or back sheet is broken or damaged. It can expose personnel to hazardous voltages.

Product Storage

• Recommended to fold and keep the solar panel vertically when being moved or stored. The panel must not be knocked, exposed to heavy pressure, or bent during the transportation and installation.
• The product should be well folded or covered by something to protect it from sunlight.
• Store in a cool, dry place. Recommend storage temperature: -4°F to 140°F / -20°C to 60°C.
• Do not expose to moisture or submerge in liquid.
• Store the solar panel in a dry environment when not in use.
• Always ensure the junction box (if any) is not exposed to sunlight.

Product Disposal:

• Unwanted solar panels must be disposed of in accordance with local legal requirements.
  WARNING : Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery (if included) disposal. Dispose of the product in specific recycling boxes only after a complete discharge. Strictly follow the local regulations on battery disposal and recycling.

Product Certifications

Product Warranty

• Our company provides customers with a warranty of 24 months from the date of purchase.
• No dealer nor distributor may vary the terms of this warranty which is personal to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
• Please retain the sales receipt as proof of purchase.
• Warranty claims must wherever possible be made through the dealer from whom the product was purchased.

This warranty excludes:

• Damage caused through neglect, accident, misuse, wear, and tear, or incorrect installation, adjustment, or repair by unauthorized personnel. Any unauthorized servicing will result in the loss of warranty.
• The above conditions do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.

INTRODUCTION

Introduction of BigBlue SolarPowa 20 – ETFE-Solar Charger Series (Mini Line)
Thank you for your purchase of the BigBlue SolarPowa 20. The ETFE-SolarPowa 20 solar charger combines industry-leading solar panel technology with ergonomic design to optimize your satisfaction. It has an adjustable kickstand, which enables you to position the solar charger in a good direction or orientation, facing the ideal angle for maximum yield. With its seamless one-piece design and industrial-strength polymer fabric-wrapped exterior rear layer; this stellar solar charger has high-grade water resistance and dust protection. Please read this manual carefully to obtain the best performance from your BigBlue SolarPowa 20.

Unpacking The Equipment
The carton should contain:

• The BigBlue ETFE-SolarPowa 20 solar charger
• One user manual
• One USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable

SYSTEM OPERATIONS

1. BigBlue ETFE-SolarPowa 20 solar charger is equipped with 1 x USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable.
2. Unfold the ETFE-SolarPowa 20.
3. Connect your devices with certified power cable to start charging. The ‘USB Type-C to USB Type-C’ cable is provided.
4. Position the ETFE-SolarPowa 20 where the entire surface area is at an angle of 90°facing direct sunlight. Prop up with the kickstand where necessary.
5. Avoid any shaded areas to optimize energy production
6. Solar charger, in most cases, does not deliver the full rated power. Here are a few recommendations to optimize the efficiency of the ETFE-SolarPowa 20 solar charger:

Perfect the Sunlight Orientation

• The amount of sunlight shining on the panel fluctuates the output power. A solar charger’s performance can be maximized by orienting the panel so that it faces directly toward the sun. The ideal angle of inclination for a solar panel is 90 degrees from horizontal.

Eliminate the Shade

• The surface of the solar charger should not be shaded during use. Shading caused by weather, coverings, or other obstructions can greatly reduce power output.

Offset Surface Temperature Increase

• The amount of power generated by a solar charger depends on its surface temperature. Lower temperature leads to a higher generation. This effect is greater compared to winter time than summer. During the summer day, particularly, the surface of the solar charger may reach 131°F / 55°C , which reduces the rated power over 10% efficiency.

Keep it Clean

• Dust or dirt can gradually accumulate on your solar panel, reducing the amount of sunlight reaching the solar cells. Cleaning your panels a few times a year allows them to convert more solar energy.

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS
General Information

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Why the connected device cannot be charged?
   Please check if your device is well connected to the solar charger or if the connecting cable works normally. Re-plug the cable or try with another cable.

2. Why the connected device is charged slowly?
   Ensure that the input current and voltage of the connected device are within the accepted range. The amount of sunlight, weather, or shady may cause fluctuations in the current output that prevent your devices from charging. In this event, try placing the solar charger in more direct sunlight or wait for the weather to clear. In order to get the maximum solar energy, please adjust the solar charger toward the sun.

3. What is the difference between the nominal / rated output from the actual output of the solar charger?
   The maximum nominal / rated output of the SolarPowa 20 solar charger is rated based on the Standard Test Conditions (STC) – the industry-wide standard for the conditions under which a solar panel is tested. The test conditions are defined as irradiation 1000 W/m², temperature 25°C, and air mass 1.5.
   The nominal / rated power refers to the power of the solar charger, which is not equal to the actual output of the solar charger. In fact, the actual power is less than the nominal / rated power, since there will be some power loss in the form of heat during the solar energy conversion, and a few other environmental factors such as the weather conditions, seasonal changes, and location.
   NOTE : Refer to page 09 to optimize the efficiency of the solar charger.

WARRANTY CARD

Name| | Phone Number|
---|---|---|---
Email| | Name Of Shop|
Model| | Order Number|
UPC No.| | Date Of Purchase|
Address|

www.bigblue-tech.com

support@ibigblue.com
All text and image copyrights reserved. Subject to change without notice. Item No. 230721EN

References

• BigBlue Energy - Official Store – BigBlue Official Store
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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