SCOTTEVEST SeV Installation instructions

The SCOTTEVEST Solar Charger was designed to charge an auxiliary battery located in any
convenient pocket within the SeV jacket. The auxiliary battery has an universal serial bus
(USB) port designed to interface with almost any handheld portable electronic device that can
be supported by USB charging (see back side FAQ #2). The solar charger was designed with a
revolutionary new solar material that is durable, flexible and lightweight. Please read the
following detailed instructions for:
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 • System Component Part List
 • Important System Care Instructions
 • Solar Charger Washing Instructions
 • Typical System Performance
 • Complete System Connection Instructions
 • System Operation Instructions
SOLAR SCOTTEVEST [SeV]
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS - READ FIRST
Each SeV Solar Charger comes complete with the following items:
 • Installation Instructions
 • Solar Charger Cape with a 4-ft Extension Wire
 • Auxiliary Battery with Charge Status Indication LED’s
SYSTEM COMPONENT PART LIST
To care for the solar panels:
 • Although the solar panels are flexible, DO NOT fold or crease the solar charger on sharp
 edges or objects.
 • DO NOT crumple or fold the solar panels.
 • Maximum rolling diameter of the solar panels is 3-inches (7.5 cm). The solar panels are
 not meant to be rolled into a tight cylinder (for example rolled into a cylinder, folded and
 stuffed into a pocket). The solar panels are designed to be lightweight and comfortable
 and as a consequence is very flexible.
 • REMOVE the solar panels and auxiliary battery from your SeV before machine washing
 or dry cleaning the jacket.
 • DO NOT machine wash, machine dry or dry clean the solar panels.
 • AVOID inserting electrically conductive objects (coins, metallic gum wrappers) into the
 auxiliary battery USB port. The auxiliary battery has an internal automatic reset fuse,
 however, a direct short will discharge the battery reducing system performance.
 • DO NOT open the auxiliary battery box.
 • DO NOT attempt to charge the auxiliary battery with any other charging device.
 • The auxiliary battery box is not waterproof. DO NOT immerse in water.
To clean the solar panels:
 • Remove the solar charger from your SeV.
 • Wipe clean with a damp wash cloth.
 • Lay the clean charger flat and allow to air dry
 • DO NOT machine wash or machine dry.
 • DO NOT dry clean. Dry cleaning chemicals may damage the solar charger's protective
 plastics.
Phone
Toll Free (US only): 1.866.909.8378
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Address
SCOTTEVEST, INC
500 Bell Drive Unit 17
P.O. Box 2626
Ketchum, ID 83340-2626
SYSTEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTACT INFORMATION
The solar panels charge the battery, which in turn powers your device. Charging time for the
battery is dependent on several variables, including orientation to direct sunlight, season,
cloud cover, temperature and shadowing. Typical charge times in direct sunlight will be
approximately 2-3 hours. The solar panels will charge the battery in cloudy conditions and
some ambient light conditions, including artificial light, but the charge times will increase.
Note that you can begin using your device almost immediately after it is attached to the
battery while the solar panels are exposed to light, even if the battery is not fully charged.
Charging depends completely on the device. Typical times are shown below:
*Note: The device must be USB compatible and be designed to charge using USB
connections. Please see back side FAQ #2, or consult device manufacturer’s information to
determine whether it can be charged via USB cables.
System performance of the solar panels is dependent on several variables, including:
orientation to direct sunlight, season, cloud cover, temperature and shadowing. As a result,
“typical” performance parameters are user and condition dependent. Specifications for ideal
conditions are shown below.
System performance of the battery is shown below:
*Output current typically regulated by the hand held device charge control circuitry.
SOLAR/BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
The solar panels and battery are guaranteed for a period of two years. Please refer to the
warranty shown below for more details. The solar cells are encapsulated in protective
plastics engineered to protect the solar cells and prevent the solar panel performance from
degrading over time. These plastics keep out moisture and other elements that could reduce
the solar panel performance. If properly cared for, the solar panels should not reduce in
performance and should operate for several years.
Global Solar Energy (GSE) warrants that for a period of two (2) years from the date of
purchase, each production unit of the Goods delivered hereunder will demonstrate a power
output greater than eighty percent (80%) of the rated peak power denoted in the applicable
technical specifications, provided that the units are operated and maintained in accordance
with generally accepted practices. The foregoing warranty does not apply to any unit which
has been subject to misuse, unauthorized modifications, neglect, attempts to repair by or for
the Purchaser without the express written authorization from GSE, or which has been
damaged by accident, fire or other hazard.
In addition, any units that show signs of creasing or folding on the active photovoltaic areas
are not covered under this warranty. Goods claimed to be defective under this warranty shall
be returned during the warranty period, with GSE’s prior authorization, to the GSE facility,
together with a written description of the claimed defect, original proof of purchase (e.g.
purchase order number and specific module serial number), with the shipment prepaid by
Purchaser. Warranty applies to the solar charger and auxiliary battery.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS & PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CEO & FOUNDER SCOTT JORDAN
Device*
Cell Phone
MP3 Player
PDA
CD Player
2-3 Hours
3-5 Hours
3-5 Hours
2-4 Hours
Approximate Charge Time
Performance Parameter
Rated Peak Power
System Voltage Rating
Open Circuit Voltage
Nominal Operating Current
3.0 Watts
7.5 Volts
12 Volts
0.35 Amps
Value
Performance Parameter
USB Output Voltage
USB Output Current
5.0 Volts +/- 10%
0.5 Amps Max*
Value

Described below are some frequently asked questions about how to use and care for your Solar
SeV. If you have a question that is not addressed here, please email us at
[email protected].
1. Where can I purchase USB charging cables?
USB charging cables are not included, but are readily available from numerous sources,
 including www.SCOTTEVEST.com, Radio Shack, and www.ziplinq.com.
2. What devices can I charge?
 The auxiliary battery pack should charge most USB compatible devices. However, there are
 some devices that require authentication with a computer in order to charge. Our technology
 partner, Global Solar, tested numerous devices (including most phones, MP3 players, digital
 cameras and PDAs) and have to date only found that the Apple iPod requires such
 authentication. We are working diligently with Apple to resolve this issue, and plan on offering
 a replacement battery or adapter if and when the issue is resolved, but we cannot make any
 promises that this will ultimately be resolved. Please note that USB charging is only an option
 for the newest iPods. We understand that this is a popular product and would like you to be
 aware of this issue. If you are unsure about your device, please consult device manufacturer’s
 information to determine whether it can be charged via USB cables.
3. Can the solar panels be used independently of my SeV?
 Yes! You can use the solar panels to charge your devices without attaching it to the jacket as
 long as the panels are exposed to light, preferably direct sunlight.
4. How can I tell if the battery is charging and when it is fully charged?
 When exposed to light sufficient to provide a charge, the red “Charging” light on the battery
 will illuminate. Once the battery is fully charged, the “Charging” light will extinguish and the
 green “Charged” light will illuminate. You can now remove the solar panels from the jacket
 and battery. Note that you can begin using your device almost immediately after it is
 attached to the battery while the solar panels are exposed to light, even if the battery is not
 fully charged.
5. What are the solar panels made from and why are they so special?
 The solar panels consist of unique flexible thin-film photovoltaic material made from copper
 indium gallium diselenide (CIGS) sun-absorbing material placed onto a thin substrate. The
 solar panels are made by Global Solar and are called PowerFLEX™. Global Solar’s CIGS
 technology is a high-efficiency, ultra-lightweight personal solar power solution that has
 proven itself in numerous applications, ranging from marine to desert environments for the
 military and others. It is highly durable and the highest performance flexible solar cell
 available in the market, ideally suited for mobile applications. Combined with integrated
 charge control and optional battery/charger systems, it provides the convenience of backup
 and always on, on-demand small scale solar electrical power. Benefits and attributes of
 Global Solar PowerFLEX™ include:
 • The solar cells are lightweight, flexible and durable, making them ideal for portable power.
 • PowerFLEX™ uses CIGS, which is 1.5 to 2X greater in performance than comparable thin
 film flexible solar materials. CIGS has achieved the highest performance of any thin film
 solar cell technology in domestic and international laboratories.
 • Global Solar employs roll-to-roll manufacturing, which is a proven industrial manufacturing
 process to reduce labor, materials, energy, handling and capital costs.
 • Unlike other thin film solar cells, Global Solar’s PowerFLEX™ does not exhibit instabilities
 that cause reduction of power output over time.
6. What is the material the solar panels are attached to?
 The material used to attach the solar panels is the same material Version Three.0 Finetex is
 made from, Finetex®. Finetex is an innovative material. It is both waterproof and breathable
 (like Gore-Tex, but not as costly).
7. Can the solar panels get wet?
 Yes, but they are not intended to be submerged in water.
8. Can I charge more than one device at a time?
 Only one device can be charged at a time.
9. What pocket do you use to hold the battery while charging?
 You can use any pocket that is connected to the Personal Area Network (P.A.N.) to hold the
 battery. The cord to the solar panels is 4 feet long and is capable of reaching any of the
 pockets. We recommend leaving the battery in one of the front hand warmer pockets. You
 can then connect the USB charging cables to the battery using the P.A.N.
SOLAR SCOTTEVEST [SeV]
SOLAR SeV FAQs STEP BY STEP SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1 – Solar Panel Installation
Loop the top flaps on the solar panel
through the canvas straps on the shoulders
of your SeV jacket.
FAQ & STEP BY STEP SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Step 3 – Solar Panel Installation
Affix the bottom of the solar panel to the
strips in the middle of the jacket.
*Note - If you purchased your solar panels
separately, please refer to the instructions
provided with your purchase to properly
attach the strips mentioned above.
Step 5 – Attaching the Auxiliary Battery
to the Solar Charger
Simply insert the solar charger male
connector into the auxiliary battery female
connector as shown in the picture to the
right.
SOLAR SeV INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETE! - SYSTEM OPERATION
Once connected, the solar charger will continuously charge the auxiliary batteries. While
charging, the red ‘charging’ LED on the auxiliary battery will be illuminated. Once the auxiliary
battery is fully charged, the charging light will extinguish and the green ‘charged’ light will
illuminate. If there is insufficient light for the solar charger to operate, the red 'charging’ light
will remain off. The auxiliary battery will charge even if it is not connected to the solar charger
(dependent on the auxiliary battery state of charge).
Step 2 – Solar Panel Installation
Secure the flap with the strips on the solar
panel to the same flaps located on the
shoulders of your SeV jacket.
Step 4 – Wire Routing
Route the 4-foot solar charger wire into the
zipper pocket located on the back of the
jacket. Once on the inside of the jacket,
the wire can be routed to any of the
internal or external jacket pockets through
openings that already exist in the jacket
(Personal Area Network - P.A.N.).
Step 6 – Attaching Your Hand Held
Device to the Solar Module
Insert the separately purchased cable into
the auxiliary box female USB port and
connect to your hand held device. Examine
your hand held device for charging
indication.
CEO & FOUNDER SCOTT JORDAN