CW Products SolarSmart+ Manual

SolarSmart Plus Installation & Operating Instructions
SolarSmart Plus Integrated DC Motor Drive & Receiver for Shutters, Awnings & External Blinds
Part Numbers: 41-500-500 (Standard Receiver Unit) /41-500-501 (Fabric Tensioning Receiver Unit)
Compatible Transmitters: 41-500-100 (Maxim Single Channel), 41-500-106 (Maxim 6 Channel),
41-600-001 (Optima Single Channel), 41-600-006 (Optima 6 Channel)
PLEASE LEAVE THIS DOCUMENT WITH THE HOME OWNER OR END USER
CAUTION This appliance should only be used by children aged 8 years and older. Persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities can operate the device if they are
supervised or instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance and its hazards have
been understood by them.
*Children should not play with the appliance.
1) Overview Of SolarSmart Plus
SolarSmart Plus is an integrated solar charged, battery operated DC motor drive and receiver for
use with roller shutters, awnings and external blinds. The SolarSmart Plus unit can be used with
single and multi channel transmitters.
2) Tools Required For Installation Of SolarSmart Plus
3) Installation & Setup Procedure Of SolarSmart Plus
SolarSmart Plus is delivered with the battery disconnected.
1. Select the site for the SolarSmart Plus unit to be mounted. The site should provide for the
maximum amount of direct sunlight as possible. North, East and West facing are best with
a minimum of 3 hours of direct sunlight per day.
2. Fix the two supplied mounting rails to the mounting surface using appropriate xings.
3. Where cables need to penetrate sheet roong, always drill through the top of the ridge and
seal with silicone. Please refer to Fig. 4.
4. Connect the motor wire to the cable on the SolarSmart Plus unit as shown in Fig. 1 to Fig 5.
5. Finish mounting the SolarSmart Plus unit by placing the larger prole side onto the
mounting rails and then hinging the unit down and pressing until the mounts click rmly.
Please refer to Fig. 1.
6. Follow the applicable remote transmitter pairing procedures as shown in Fig. 7 to Fig. 15 in
section 5) Pairing Remote Transmitters To The SolarSmart Plus Receiver.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE When pairing transmitters to the SolarSmart Plus unit, a motor
must be connected or the pairing will not complete successfully. DO NOT connect the
battery on the SolarSmart Plus unit unless the motor is connected. DO NOT attempt to
pair a transmitter with no motor connected. Any activation of the unit without the motor
connected could result in a short circuit that will damage the unit. Please refer to Fig. 6.
7. Refer to the relevant motor instructions for limit setting supplied with the motor.
NOTE The SolarSmart Plus Fabric Tensioning Receiver Unit (41-500-501) has the Fabric
Tensioning Feature. This feature is useful for cassette type awnings and vertical drop
awnings where it is desirable to maintain tension on the fabric at all times. When
setting the upper limit with these units, ensure that you set the mechanical limit in
excess of the position you desire. The unit will stop the motor when tension has been
detected on the curtain/fabric.
INSERT THE TOP OF THE SOLARSMART PLUS FIRST
ON TO THE MOUNTING BRACKETS.
HINGE THE UNIT FLAT AND PRESS UNTIL THE
BRACKET LOCKS THE SOLARSMART PLUS.
Fig. 1
AUXILLARY CHARGING
CONNECTOR
12 DC MOTOR
Fig. 2
Fig. 6
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DO NOT STRIP
BLACK & RED WIRES!
ONLY STRIP OUTER
INSULATION FROM
MOTOR WIRE!
Fig. 3
PLACE MOTOR CABLE THROUGH TOP OF
ROOFING RIDGE & SEAL USING SILICONE
Fig. 4
✗
Fig. 5
4) Connecting The SolarSmart Plus Battery
1. Insert a large at tip screwdriver
into cap and turn anti-clockwise
until the unlocked padlock symbol
is aligned with the triangle mark.
2. Remove the cap.
3. Connect the battery connector and
neatly push the battery and battery
connector back into the unit.
4. Replace the cap by aligning the
unlocked padlock symbol with the
triangle mark.
5. Insert a large at tip screwdriver
into cap and turn clockwise until
the locked padlock symbol is
aligned with the triangle mark.

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5) Pairing Remote Transmitters To The SolarSmart Plus Receiver
Only connect the battery on the SolarSmart Plus unit once the motor is connected and when
ready to pair a remote transmitter.
5.1 Channel Selection
If a 6 channel remote transmitter is being paired, select the channel as shown in Fig. 7.
The 6 channel remote transmitter performs grouping via selection of the “0” channel.
Fig. 7
1CHANNEL
NUMBER
6 CHANNEL REMOTE TRANSMITTER
INCREASE
CHANNEL NUMBER
DECREASE
CHANNEL NUMBER
6 CHANNEL REMOTE TRANSMITTER
GROUP CHANNEL
NUMBER “0”
OPERATES ALL
PROGRAMMED
CHANNELS
SIMULTANEOUSLY
5.3 Changing The Direction Of Motor Operation
If the direction of motor operation is correct, move to the next step. If the motor is rotating in the wrong direction (ie. the UP button is sending the curtain down and the DOWN button is sending the
curtain up), use the paired remote transmitter, and follow the steps shown in Fig. 9.
The motor direction has now been changed.
Fig. 9
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
STOP
WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLEWITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC
5.5 Moving Paired Channels On The 6 Channel Remote Transmitter
To move paired channels on the 6 channel remote transmitter, follow the steps shown in Fig. 11.
The paired channels on the 6 channel remote transmitter are now moved.
Fig. 11
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
SELECT NEW
CHANNEL SELECT NEW CHANNEL
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
2 2
WITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLE IMMEDIATELY
5.4 Adding A Second Remote Transmitter Using An Existing Transmitter
If a second remote transmitter is required, follow the steps shown in Fig. 10.
The new remote transmitter is now paired to the receiver.
Fig. 10
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
EXISTING PAIRED TRANSMITTER EXISTING PAIRED TRANSMITTER
WITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLE
SECOND/NEW TRANSMITTER
UP MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
5.2 Pairing The First Remote Transmitter
To pair the rst remote transmitter, follow the steps shown in Fig. 8.
The rst remote transmitter is now paired to the receiver.
Fig. 8
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
WITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLE
UP MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP

5.9 Pairing When Only Remote Transmitter Has Been Lost
To pair a replacement remote transmitter when the only transmitter has been lost, remove the cap
on the SolarSmart Plus side with the smaller cap as shown in Fig. 15 and follow the steps below:
1. DISCONNECT the battery for 3 seconds.
2. CONNECT the battery for 3 seconds.
3. DISCONNECT the battery for 3 seconds.
4. CONNECT the battery for 3 seconds.
5. WAIT for 3 seconds.
6. Press the STOP button on the new transmitter (the motor will now rattle curtain).
7. Within 2 seconds press the UP button on the new transmitter (the motor will rattle curtain again).
The replacement remote transmitter is now paired to the receiver.
NOTE Remember to remove all other remote transmitters EXCEPT the replacement transmitter
after pairing. This will improve your security if the old transmitter was lost or stolen.
COVER THE SOLAR PANEL WITH A CLOTH
Fig. 15
6) Positioning The SolarSmart Plus Unit
NOTE For correct operation and optimum performance of SolarSmart Plus, the following
installation and positioning instructions MUST be followed.
6.1 SolarSmart Plus Optimum Performance Position
The SolarSmart Plus unit is best positioned facing North and in direct sunlight.
North
Summer
Winter
East
West
5.6 Removing A Remote Transmitter
If a remote transmitter needs to be removed from the memory of the receiver, follow the steps shown in Fig. 12.
The remote transmitter is now removed from the memory of the receiver.
Fig. 12
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
DOWN
WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLEWITHIN 2 SEC
5.7 Removing Multiple Remote Transmitters
If all but one of the remote transmitters need to be removed from the memory of the receiver OR if all transmitters need to be removed from the memory and a new transmitter needs to be added,
follow the steps shown in Fig. 13. This will remove all transmitters from the memory except for the remote transmitter being used in the process.
All transmitters, EXCEPT the one being used are now removed from the memory of the receiver.
Fig. 13
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
DOWN
WITH EXISTING OR ANOTHER TRANSMITTER
WITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLE WITHIN 2 SEC
5.8 Removing The Last Remote Transmitter
If the last remote transmitter needs to be removed from the memory of the receiver, follow the steps shown in Fig. 14.
All remote transmitters are now removed from the memory of the receiver.
Fig. 14
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
STOP
HOLD FOR
5 SEC
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
MOTOR WILL
RATTLE THE
CURTAIN
UP
WITHIN 2 SEC WITHIN 2 SEC AFTER RATTLE WITHIN 2 SEC
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9) Trouble Shooting
NOTE The grey boxes in this table are instructions for installers and service technicians only!
Problem Check Action
Motor will not operate
when using a remote
transmitter from long
range.
Check transmitter battery. Replace transmitter battery.
Motor operates for a
short time then stops
and will only go the
other way for the next
command.
Check shutter curtain is free within
the guides. If tight, call service
technician.
Adjust the guides and check the
physical installation of the shutter
for obstructions to free curtain
movement.
Does it only happen on the way
up? If YES:
• Check the curtain weight is within
specication for axle and motor
combination. If YES, then check
the motor operating current with
a current clamp meter. If current is
reaching 5-6A the unit will cut out
due to over current at 6A output
to the motor. If this has happened
the only allowed movement is in
the opposite direction.
If current is reaching 5-6A, replace
the faulty motor.
Shutter gets stuck in the
up or down position.
Check that you can hear a relay
clicking in the SolarSmart Plus unit.
If YES:
• Connect the motor directly to an
auxiliary battery and check for
operation.
If the motor fails to operate,
replace motor.
If the motor operates, replace
SolarSmart Plus unit.
Shutter intermittently
stops working.
Check the SolarSmart Plus battery
voltage - should be above 12V.
Is it low? If YES:
• Check the solar panel for bird
droppings and other foreign
matter reducing efciency.
• Check the location of the solar
panel and for obstacles that could
shade the solar panel as the sun
changes position.
If solar panel is dirty,
clean solar panel.
If solar panel is in shade, relocate
SolarSmart Plus unit.
• Check motor consumption with
current clamp meter. If motor consumption is above 5A, replace motor.
If after checking all of the above the
shutter still fails to operate correctly,
the battery, solar panel or electronics
have failed.
Replace SolarSmart Plus unit.
Won’t operate on cold
mornings.
Check again after the temperature
has increased and after approx. 1 hr
of bright sunlight. If operation is
restored see the explanation below.
The receiver may stop operating the
motor on extremely cold mornings
or any time of day if temperatures
are 0°C or less. Battery performance
is adversely affected like all batteries
at freezing temperatures and thus
the unit prevents operation to
protect the battery from damage.
If motor doesn’t operate when the
temperature increases, replace
SolarSmart Plus unit.
10) SolarSmart Plus Specications
Output Channels 1
Output Voltage Range (Vout) 9.5V~14.4V
Output Current Range (Iout) 0A~6A
Battery Chemistry NiMH - 10cell 12V
Battery Capacity 2600mAh
Aux Charger Voltage Input (Vaux) 18V~24V
Aux Charger Current Input (Iin_aux) 0.1A
Solar Panel (Pmax) 4.1W
Solar Panel (Vmp) 15V
Solar Panel (Voc) 18V
Solar Panel (Imp) 273mA
Solar Panel (Isc) 300mA
Radio Receiver Frequency 433.4MHz
For further technical assistance please contact CW Products on
[phone] or email [email protected]
Exclusively Distributed
In Australia By
CW Products
05/19
Have you identied the best location for the SolarSmart Plus - preferably North?
Are the SolarSmart Plus units facing North, West or East?
Are the SolarSmart Plus units angled between 25°- 45° ?
Are the SolarSmart Plus units free of obstacles and shadows, and will they
continue to be all year round?
Will the SolarSmart Plus units receive a minimum of half a day of sunlight in both
Summer and Winter?
8) Removing The SolarSmart Plus Unit
2. Using side cutters, cut the motor cable close to the sealed splice connector.
NOTE Splice connectors are not reusable!
3. Reinstall a replacement SolarSmart Plus unit and pair with a new transmitter.
7) Periodic Maintenance For SolarSmart Plus
6.2 SolarSmart Plus Positioning Checklist
1. Using a at tip screwdriver, place it between the mounting plate and housing
as shown below. Lever the housing, and the unit will unclip from the mounting
brackets.
Clean all bird droppings, leaf debris, dust and dirt with a soft damp cloth.
Clean the solar panel to maintain charging efciency, annually or as required.
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