BEAM BMSLR20-1 Outback 20W Solar Panel User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- BEAM
Table of Contents
BEAM BMSLR20-1 Outback 20W Solar Panel
WHATS IN THE BOX
PACK CONTENTS
- 1x 20w Solar Panel
- 2x Micro USB Cable and Lightning Adaptor
- 2x Carabiner Clips
- 1x User Guide
USING THE PANEL
HOW TO CHARGE YOUR DEVICES:
- Unfold the solar panel fully and move it to a well lit area with more direct sunlight.
- Connect the solar panel to a mobile USB device to charge using the USB cable provided.
- The mobile USB device will indicate it is charging as well as the LED light on the solar panel. (See “LED Display” for more information)
- If charging does not occur, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable and/or move the solar panel to a better location with more sunlight.
- Do not leave your mobile USB device in direct sunlight as the battery could overheat and stop accepting charge from the solar panel.
SPECIFICATIONS
Higher power output capacity for fast charging. Dual USB Output allows charging of 2 USB devices at the same time.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Power| 20W
Voltage (max)| 5V DC / 5V DC
Current (max)| 2.0A / 2.0A
Unfolded Size| 658mm L x 262mm W
Folded Size| 162mm L x 262mm W x 35mm H
Weight| 695g
LED DISPLAY
The Outback 20W has an LED that displays the solar panels charging status. The green/blue light represents the amount of mA being generated which will change to the associated colour in the table below:
| USB CURRENT | USB CURRENT LED |
|---|---|
| Less than 300mA | Off |
| 300mA – 450mA | Green |
| 450mA – 600mA | Aqua Blue |
| More than 600mA | Blue |
SAFETY & MAINTENANCE
Please read the following carefully before using this product. Failure to observe the safety precautions may result in fire, excessive heat, or injury.
- Keep away from sharp objects that may cut or damage the solar panel surface.
- Avoid exposing to direct sunlight when not in use.
- Avoid use if device temperature is greater than 70 C, or in high humidity or corrosive environments.
- Do not dismantle, take apart, or reassemble.
- Do not short the solar panel output’s positive and negative terminals.
- Do not burn.
- If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
FAQ
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Can the solar panel charge a laptop?
NO. This solar panel is designed to charge smaller devices such as phones, tablets and gaming devices. -
Is the solar panel water resistant?
The solar panel itself is water resistant, however when charging please avoid water getting into the regulated output. -
How do I clean the solar panel?
The panel can be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth. Please ensure that you don’t get any water in the USB output.
WARRANTY
Users in Australia and New Zealand
Outback Solar Panels come with a twelve (12) month warranty, from the date of
shipment to the customer. This product comes with guarantees that cannot be
excluded under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and similar legislation in
New Zealand. Consumers are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure. Consumers are also entitled to have this product repaired or replaced
if the product fails to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount
to a major failure. Please follow the product instructions for correct
operation, and report problems promptly; problems caused by use that is
abnormal or contrary to instructions will generally not be covered.
Limitations of Warranty/Local Laws
This Product is covered by Australian warranty. This Limited Warranty is
applicable in all countries and is enforceable in any country or region where
Beam offers warranty service for the Product. Outside of Australia, any
different warranty terms, liabilities and/or legal requirements of the country
in which the Product is sold are specifically disclaimed by Beam. Warranty
service availability and response times may vary from country to country and
may be subject to registration requirements in the country of purchase. Please
contact Beam Communications for warranty support.