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R247-E 24 HOUR FLASHING BEACON USER MANUAL
INSTALLATION
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WARNI
RNING
WARNING
Batteries are
shipped fully-charged.
Use extreme caution
when handling the
batteries as they are
capable of generating
hazardous short-circuit
currents. Remove all
jewelry (bracelets,
metal-strap watches,
etc.) before attempting to
handle the batteries.
CAUTION
Consult with
Carmanah customer
service before making
adjustments to the
system. Improper
system adjustment
may reduce operational
effectiveness, reduce
battery life, or void the
warranty.
Installation
Summary
Basic steps to install a R247-E solar engine:
1. Connect the post mount to the post.
2. Mount the solar engine and signal head assembly
onto the post and aim the signal head as desired.
3. Tighten the nipple to secure the signal head as
required.
4. Rotate the solar engine to ensure the solar panel
is facing south and tighten the nut as required.
5. Connect the batteries to the wiring harness and
place the batteries into the solar engine with the
terminals to the bottom and facing out. Take care
not to short the battery terminals to the metal
chassis.
6. Secure the batteries with the battery strap. Note
the proper routing (reference page 11).
7. The EMS will be pre-confi gured at the factory.
Use the onboard interface to check the system
status and confi guration, or to make adjustments if
necessary.
8. Close the solar engine and secure solar panel with
fastener.
CAUTION
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