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SOLAR (if equipped)
The following outlines important general information about RV solar
systems and may contain specific information to your camper:
• A solar panel system recharges your battery and helps prolong
battery life.
• Typically, the charge line from the solar controller is wired directly
to the battery. This way, your battery can always be recharged
when sunshine is available.
• Solar panels are most efficient when directly facing the sun. When
parking your camper, it is best to turn it in such a way that the solar
panels are turned toward direct sunlight and can most efficiently
charge your battery. Parking in sunny areas may also contribute to
faster battery charging from the solar panels.
• Power from the solar panels provide a slow, steady charge to
the onboard batteries if they are connected and installed. The
charge controller regulates the power coming from the solar panel
to keep the batteries from overcharging, keeps power from solar
panels under a certain voltage to protect the batteries, and
prevents power from flowing to the solar panel from the battery.
A solar port inlet may be provided on the exterior of your camper
to allow connection of portable solar panels. Portable solar panels
must be equipped with their own solar controller as the port is set
up to be directly wired to the battery. The solar port will provide
charge in addition to installed solar panels (if equipped) on the unit.
Be sure to read and follow the solar controller user manual instructions and
maintenance guidance.
