Thermo King ThermoLite T-Series, Installation Manual

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Solar Panel Installation Best Practices

IMPORTANT: For the solar panel to adhere properly, both the application surface and air 
temperature must be above 45 F (7 C). 

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Switch unit controls to the off position and disconnect the positive battery cable.

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Always ensure solar panel fuse (located on the harness) is removed during installation and service.

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Clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol or appropriate de-greasers to completely clean of dirt and 
grease before installing panel. All cleaning residue must be removed and the surface completely dry.

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Care should be taken when installing solar panel as the adhesive backing is very aggressive. Once 
installed, the panel cannot be removed without causing permanent damage to the panel and possibly 
the mounting surface. If the panel is intended to be removed in the future, use only the supplied 
fasteners, not the adhesive backing to secure.

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Install the charge controller near the battery to be charged or the electrical connections (e.g., starter 
motor, alternator) to avoid voltage loss in the cable

Panel Installation

NOTE: “Solar Panel Installation Best Practices” on page 3.

1. Switch unit controls to the off position and disconnect the positive battery cable.

2. Clean an area on the roof of the cargo box for the solar panel as shown - away from exhaust exit.

3. Peel back approximately 4 inches of the backing paper and position solar panel onto roof.

4. Remove remainder of backing paper and firmly press panel down over entire area. 

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Press several times to ensure entire panel is properly adhered to fairing. 
NOTE: This is critical to prevent moisture between the surfaces.

Figure 3: Install Solar Panel onto the roof of the truck body as shown. 

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses and protective gloves when working with batteries.