AgriProTech AviTrac User manual

User Manual
AviTrac® Solar Panel Option

Contents
1Introduction ________________________________________________________________________2
1.1 Safety instructions ______________________________________________________________________ 3
1.2 Warning concerning AviTrac® bird repeller ___________________________________________________ 3
2Information about photovoltaic panels __________________________________________________4
2.1 Placement and orientation of the panel _____________________________________________________ 4
2.2 Maintenance and servicing________________________________________________________________ 4
3Different components of the option_____________________________________________________5
4Fitting the solar panel option __________________________________________________________6
5Contact ____________________________________________________________________________8
1 Introduction
You have just purchased an AviTrac® audible frightener and its solar panel option. Reading this instruction manual will
help you get the most out of your appliance. Please follow the instructions in these instructions for use and keep them
in a safe place so that you can consult them at any time.
These instructions must be read after reading the AviTrac® operating instructions.

1.1 Safety instructions
Treat solar panels like fragile glass: protect them during transport / storage, do not step on them, handle them with
care.
Before installation, check the condition of the panel, housing and cables. Never use damaged, dirty or damp hardware.
The black housing at the back of the panel must be oriented so that water does not penetrate it.
1.2 Warning concerning AviTrac® bird repeller
It must be used with care if there are herds nearby, as distress signals can create unpredictable reactions in some
animals.
The audible frightener can emit sound signals up to 120 dBA at 1 meter. It is imperative not to remain in front of the
loudspeaker(s) when it is transmitting at maximum power.
In order to avoid the habituation effect, be sure to move the appliance regularly, even by a few metres.
It is advisable to combine several scaring methods (kites, scaring balloons, etc.) to make the threat as realistic as
possible, especially when bird activity is very high. Finally, audible and visual frightening is most effective when
used preventively.
The solar panel recharges the battery inside the AviTrac®’s waterproof casing. This is a lead type battery.

2 Information about photovoltaic panels
2.1 Placement and orientation of the panel
In order to optimise the production of the solar panel, it is preferable to orient it facing south. The supplied
frame will give it an inclination of 30° with respect to the horizontal. This is the ideal position for optimised
production throughout the year in mainland France).
Make sure that no obstacle (tree, bush, building) shades the panel and reduces its production.
Note: The solar panel works thanks to direct sunlight, not brightness.
2.2 Maintenance and servicing
Solar panels do not require any special maintenance.
However, depending on the environment, dirt can accumulate (sea spray, sand, dust, pollen, various types of
pollution) and can reduce the output of your solar panel.
Always disconnect the system before carrying out any operation.
Clean with a soft cloth in clear water, disconnecting the panel beforehand. The water must be at room temperature to
avoid thermal shock.

3 Different components of the option
The solar panel option of the AviTrac® contains:
Mounting brackets compatible with the metal frame of
the AviTrac®.
4 screws and 4 hexagonal nuts to fix these brackets
to the frame
A 10W solar panel
4 wing nuts for fixing the panel to the brackets

4 Fitting the solar panel option
Tools required: socket spanner 13 mm
Start by fixing the solar panel to the mounting brackets using the 4 wing nuts
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Here are the drill holes to be used, pay attention to the direction in which the brackets are fixed

Actions to be carried out
Illustration
Once the panel is fixed to the
mounting brackets, screw them to the
AviTrac® frame using the 4 hexagonal
nuts and screws, starting with the
holes at the bottom.
To tighten the nut, use a 13 mm
socket spanner (not supplied).
The mounting brackets are shown
opposite (the solar panel is not shown
in the photo for better visibility).

Finally, here is the assembled device
5 Contact
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by:
Telephone on [phone], from Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 17:30
Email to [e-mail]