Precautions when working with solar panels
With the incidence of sunlight or other light sources on all solar panels, 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)
material 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.
Routine maintenance
• Care should be taken to ventilate the battery area and follow the battery manufac
turer’s recommendations. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the batteries.
• Use caution to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool on the battery. It could spark
or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
• Remove metal items such as rings, bracelets, and watches when working with
batteries. The batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a
ring or similar object to the metal, causing a severe burn.
• If you need to remove a battery, always remove the ground terminal from the battery
first. Make sure that all the accessories are off so that you do not cause a spark.
• Only use properly insulated tools when making battery connections.
• Inspect the solar panels and make sure the surfaces are free from dust, dirt, and
other debris; clean with a wet cloth or glass cleaner if necessary.
• Check to make sure all structural components, mechanical fasteners, and electrical
connections are secure, clean, and corrosion-free.
• Check and maintain the battery electrolyte levels at regular intervals as per the
battery manufacturer’s recommendations if flooded wet cell lead acid batteries are
used.
• Check and replace damaged components if necessary.
Email: Sales@ACOPower.com Call: (626) 575-7722 Web:www.acopower.com
Address:4120 Valley Blvd, Walnut CA 91789, USA
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