SOLTECH SATELIS PRO Solar Cold Weather Light Instruction Manual

SATELIS
50W
Installation Manual
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SATELIS PRO Solar Cold Weather Light

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SATELIS PRO 50W

 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing SATELIS PRO solar-powered area light.
Outdoor solar lighting systems use solar cells which convert sunlight into electricity. Electricity is stored in batteries for use at night. SATELIS PRO solar lights are easy to install and virtually maintenance free. Using them won’t increase your electric bill.
Important Considerations
In order to avoid deep discharge of the battery during storage, please fully recharge your battery every 4 months. Please make sure that the light is installed in an area with sufficient sunlight irradiance. A strict minimum of 3.5 hours/day of sunshine on average is recommended. Select the right operating mode according to local codes & regulations, and the local sunshine conditions. Keep it away from shadows. Self-cleaning occurs when the light fixture has a minimum angle of 15 degrees. Please save these installation instructions. Read all of the instructions carefully before attempting to carry out any installation or wiring. Do not open or attempt to repair the product on your own, as it many cause serious damage and would void the product warranty. Contact your local distributor for any questions concerning the installation.
Range of the light module on the lighting fixture is 20–26 feet (6–8 meters). The ideal installation spacing is >16 feet (5 meters). When installing two or more lighting fixtures on one pole, select desired operating mode before installation. Interference can cause delay or malfunction when using the remote control to change operating modes
after installation.
Range of the light module on the lighting fixture is 20–26 feet (6–8 meters). The ideal installation spacing is >16 feet(5 meters). When installing two or more lighting fixtures on one pole, select desired operating mode before installation. Interference can cause delay or malfunction when using the remote control to change operating modes after installation.
Precautions When Working With Solar Panels
When the solar panel is exposed to light, a voltage appears at the output terminals of the solar panel turning it into a source of electricity. To avoid a shock hazard, make sure the solar panel is covered with an opaque (dark) covering such as paper or cloth, during the installation. Do not make contact with the terminals when the panel is exposed to
sunlight or any other light source.
SATELIS PRO 50W
SOLAR PANEL: 21.2 Lbs
SOLAR LAMP: 13.5 Lbs
BATTERY ASSEMBLY: 35.2 Lbs
MOUNTING FASTNER: 22 Lbs 

Battery Notes

1. Super Capacitor battery-powered SATELIS PRO lights are visibly brighter than other outdoor solar lights, and their performance overall is more reliable.
2. To charge the battery fully may take up to 12 hours.
3. The rechargeable battery can work continuously for 10 hours at full power.
4. The output will be reduced to 40% when the battery is below 40% of its capacity.
5. The battery will stop charging when the ambient temperature is below -40°F or above 140°F.

Battery Status is indicated by the red/green indicator on the light fixture as follows:

Slow red light flashing (Every 2.5s) = Working
Slow red flashing (Every 5s)= Open circurt
Red light continuously on = Non-working
Quick red flashing (Every 0.5s)= Charge fault
Quick red flashing (Every 0.1s)= Over current or Short circuit
Storage
To avoid over discharge of the battery during storage, please rechargethe lighting fixture every 3 months. Use the dedicated charger to charge, and then reset the switch when done.
ATTENTION
Please contact SOLTECH for any battery questions. After connecting the wires between solar panel and the light, SATELIS PRO 50W will automatically turn on, and the indicator will begin flashing every 2.5 seconds. The light fixture will then turn on for 1 minute and then shut off again. This means the fixture is switching from open circuit  mode to standard working mode. If you wish to shut off the light, you must first cover the solar panel, then press the off button on the remote. You can also just press the off button to turn off the light at night. When the solar panel detects light, the fixture will activate and resume normal operation, again.
(IAP) Intelligent Adaptive Program Battery Control Technology
In order to extend the off-grid autonomy of the SATELIS PRO 50W under shade trees, heavy rain, and thick clouds, our controllers now integrate an adaptive smart control feature to actively track battery capacity and adjust light output accordingly. Before integrating this feature, selecting a light output percentage on the remote would yield an accurate percentage of max LED brightness. Activating the IAP, the controller actively monitors the battery and regulates the electrical current to the LEDs. The controller makes the light output of a selected percentage on the remote relative to battery capacity rather
than max LED output. This smart-control feature can increase the fixture’s off-grid performance by up to 40%

Battery Replacement

1. Loosen the screws of the battery pack.
2. Disconnect the wire connectors.
3. Take out the battery pack.
4. Replace with a new one, connect the wire connectors.5. Tighten the screws.

Installation and Wiring Compliance

1. Installation and wiring must comply with the State and National Electrical Codes.
2. The SATELIS PRO 50W model is intended for outdoor use only and should not be installed in an unventilated area. it must be installed in an environment within the operating temperatures defined for the product.
3. The average sunshine in the installation area should be above 3.5 hours/day in order to ensure full function of the light fixture. Avoid areas with shades.
4. Before installation, if applicable, ensure the light pole and its foundation are solid enough to support the light fixture(s).
5. Before installation, ensure that the battery is fully charged. Install during sunny days if possible.
6. Before installation, press the ****ON/OFF key in the remote control and check whether it shows a red light on the indicator. Cover the panel and check if the light module turns on normally within 1 minute.

After Installation
The light fixture will automatically turn on at night and turn off during daylight.
Important Considerations
Orient the solar panel facing the equator (e.g. facing south if in northern hemisphere).
Have a tilt angle of at least 15° to avoid dust accumulation (0°=horizontal plane).

Mounting Accessories

POLE ASSEMBLY
Create 2 holes (diameter 0.5 inch) in the middle of pole, create 1 hole (diameter 1.5 inch, 2.6 inch long) between the 2 holes.

TENON ADAPTER
If your round pole size is over 3.1 inches, or you need a square pole, please contact the pole manufacturer for the tenon adapter.

Installation

SATELIS PRO 50W

Panel Angle

The solar charge in a battery pack won’t last forever. The off–grid system relies on stored solar energy for autonomy. Angling your solar panels properly can boost the power intake of your solar lighting system. You want to angle your solar panels at a tilt based on the area’s latitude.

Remote Control Guide

The range of the remote control to the indicator is 16ft (Day time) to 33ft (Night time). Because the sunlight will impact the signal of the remote control, we suggest our users to setup the mode before they install the light.

1. On/Off
   When off is selected, the light will stop working. The solar panel will not charge the battery and the battery will not supply electricity to the light.

2. Connect/Test
   Remote control device can be connected with any lighting fixture. When all cables are connected and solar panel detectes sunlight, the fixture will automatically turn on. To test, press the “Test” button once, the LED light will turn on to indicate the fixture has been turned on. During the day time, the indicator will slowly flashing red. That means the battery is charging.

3. 40%~100% Motion Sensor Mode
   Constant 40% brightness (turns on at dusk, turns off at dawn); 100% brightness turns on for 2 minutes when motion is detected.

4. 20%~80% Motion Sensor Mode (Default)
   Constant 20% brightness (turns on at dusk, turns off at dawn); 80% brightness turns on for 2 minutes when motion is detected. (IAP) Intelligent Adaptive Program Battery Control Technology In order to extend the off-grid autonomy of the SATELIS PRO 50W under shade trees, heavy rain, and thick clouds, our controllers now integrate an adaptive smart control feature to actively track battery capacity and adjust light output accordingly. Before integrating this feature, selecting a light output percentage on the remote would yield an accurate percentage of max LED brightness. Activating the IAP, the controller actively monitors the battery and regulates the electrical current to the LEDs. The controller makes the light output of a selected percentage on the remote relative to battery capacity rather than max LED output. This smart- control feature can increase the fixture’s off-grid performance by up to 40%

5. Night Owl Mode
   Changes as natural light decreases/increases (turns on at dusk); 70% brightness for 0.5 hour, 100% brightness for 3.5 hours, 70% brightness for 1 hour, 50% brightness for 1 hour, 20% brightness for 5 hours (turns off at Dawn).

6. Early Bird Mode
   Changes as natural light decreases/increases with increased brightness near dawn for early risers (turns on at dusk); 70% brightness for 0.5 hour, 100% brightness for 3.5 hours, 70% brightness for 1 hour, 50% brightness for 1 hour, 20% brightness for 4 hours, 100% brightness for 1 hour (turns off at Dawn). Important
   Dusk and dawn time may be diffrent in other locations and seasons. The sensors of our products will follow the light patterns of where it is installed. The time period shown in the chart above is just an example to help you understand the different lighting modes only.

7. 100% Constant Mode
   100% brightness from dusk to dawn.

8. 70% Constant Mode
   70% brightness from dusk to dawn.

9. 40% Constant Mode
   40% brightness from dusk to dawn.

10. Timer Mode Disabled
    Press this button to turn off Timer Mode; settings revert back to before Timer Mode was last activated.

11. Timer Mode 4 Hours
    This is an additional mode which can work with any other modes.
    For example: press this button at any time after you turn on 70% Constant Mode. If the light turns on at 7pm at dusk, it will turn off at 11pm. It will repeat the same schedule hereafter until it is canceled by pressing Timer Mode Disabled.

12. Time Mode 8 Hours
    This is an additional mode which can work with any other modes.
    For example: press this button at any time after you turn on 70% Constant Mode. If the light turns on at 7pm at dusk, it will turn off at 3am. It will repeat the same schedule hereafter until it is canceled by pressing Timer Mode Disabled.

Important
Dusk and dawn time can vary for different locations and seasons. The sensors in our products will monitor the light levels where it is installed. The time period shown in the chart above is just an example to help you understand the different lighting modes.
SATELIS PRO products are covered by a 5 year limited warranty. SOLTECH urban light warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials
and workmanship for the period of 5 years from date of purchase. To obtain warranty service please contact your local distributor or sales rep for further instruction.

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References

• Commercial Solar LED Lights | SOLTECH Smart Solar Lighting

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