Sol Evergen m series User manual

SOLAR LIGHT USER MANUAL

EVERGEN M SERIES

by carmanah

Sol Inc. by Carmanah Technologies Corp | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | solarlighting.com | [email protected]

Document: 81902_MANUAL_SOL_EverGen_RevC

EVERGEN M SERIES USER MANUAL

by carmanah

NOTE

IMPORTANT

Keep your product order information. You will need it during setup.

The EverGen lighting system must be activated after assembly and

installation using the EverGen Setup App. Otherwise, the light will

not turn on and an additional site visit will be required.

To complete activation:

1. Download the EverGen Setup App from the iOS App Store or Google

Play store and ensure you have a compatible mobile device.

2. Contact Sol for a username and password.

3. Go to the location of the EverGen lighting system and use the setup

app to activate.

If you do not have wireless internet access onsite, use the app

to scan the product order number while within wireless internet

range to allow the app to download product information.

Activation can then take place onsite without a wireless signal.

NOTE

This installation and instruction manual provides installation instructions for the Sol EverGen Series solar LED lighting

systems. The entire contents of this manual should be thoroughly reviewed and understood prior to installing this

equipment. Do not discard this manual, as it contains complete installation instructions.

To ensure proper operation of this equipment, it is important that the equipment be used only for its intended purpose.

Any use of this equipment for purposes other than those intended will void all warranties.

EVERGEN M SERIES USER MANUAL

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

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Warnings and Precautions

The following symbols indicate important safety

warnings and precautions throughout this manual.

They are de ned as follows:

NOTE suggests optimal conditions

under which the equipment will

operate effectively and safely, or

provides additional information to

the reader.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates that damage

to equipment may result if the

instructions are not followed.

WARNING indicates that serious

bodily harm or death may result

from failure to adhere to the

precautions.

Warranty Disclaimer

This manual will familiarize you with the features,

operation standards, and installation of Sol's EverGen

M Series. Failure to comply with the use, storage,

maintenance, installation or placement instructions

detailed in this manual could void the warranty.

Standards

Perform all installation, wiring, and maintenance in

conformance with local building and electrical codes.

Adherence to the National Electrical Code (NEC)

is mandatory. Non-adherence to code may void the

warranty.

Safety and Usage Precautions

WARNING

Batteries are shipped fully charged.

Use extreme caution when handling

the batteries as they are capable

of generating hazardous short-

circuit currents. Remove all jewelry

(bracelets, metal-strap watches,

etc.) before attempting to handle the

batteries.

Solar modules produce DC

electricity when exposed to light

and can, therefore, produce an

electrical shock or burn. To render

solar modules inoperative, remove

them from sunlight, or fully cover

their front surface with an opaque

material.

Before lifting any heavy or bulky

equipment, ensure the load is

secured so moving parts do not

shift, and that it can be lifted as far

as needed without back strain or

loss of grip. Installation may require

more than one person.

Until the system is ready for startup,

keep the battery fuse out of the fuse

holder. Ensure the equipment is

not powered during installation and

wiring of the system.

Recheck all completed wiring for

proper polarity prior to energizing

the system.

NOTEChanges or modi cations to Sol

equipment not expressly approved

by Sol could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING

NOTE

EVERGEN M SERIES USER MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Table of Contents

Warnings and Precautions ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Warranty Disclaimer.................................................................................................................................................... 3

Standards ................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Safety and Usage Precautions ................................................................................................................................... 3

Introduction.................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Components ............................................................................................................................................................... 5

System........................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Positioning the Light ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Tools and Equipment .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Assembly........................................................................................................................................................................ 7

1. Assemble Solar Panel(s) ...................................................................................................................................... 7

2. Assemble Solar Panel Mount................................................................................................................................ 8

3. Attach Solar Panel to Solar Panel Frame ............................................................................................................. 8

4. Connect Tenon Adapter to Solar Panel Mount.................................................................................................... 10

5. Assemble Battery Box......................................................................................................................................... 12

6. Connect Solar Panel and Fixture Cables to the EMS......................................................................................... 14

7. Assemble Integrated Arm (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................................................. 16

8. Assemble Battery Cables.................................................................................................................................... 18

Installation.................................................................................................................................................................... 19

1. Attach Lifting Straps............................................................................................................................................ 19

2. Orient and Install System.................................................................................................................................... 20

3. Installing Systems with Integrated Arm (OPTIONAL) ......................................................................................... 21

4. Install Fixture ...................................................................................................................................................... 23

5. Direct Arm Installation......................................................................................................................................... 24

6. Davit Arm Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 27

7. Battery Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 30

8. Final Assembly.................................................................................................................................................... 30

Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................ 31

Maintenance & Product Care...................................................................................................................................... 32

Fuse Replacement.................................................................................................................................................... 32

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................... 33

Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................... 34

EVERGEN M SERIES USER MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

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Introduction

Components

System

There are several options available for the EverGen M Series. Pictured below are examples of one and two panel

systems with integrated  xture arms.

One panel, small battery box system Two panel, medium battery box system

SOLAR PANEL

1 OR 2

PANEL PAN (OPTIONAL)

1 OR 2

BATTERY

1 TO 4

TENON ADAPTER

BATTERY BOX WITH EMS

SMALL, MEDIUM OR LARGE

LIGHT FIXTURE CABLE

1 OR 2

BATTERY CABLE KIT

FOR 1 TO 4 BATTERIES

(MAIN CABLE SHOWN)

LIGHT FIXTURE

1 OR 2

SOLAR PANEL MOUNT

1 OR 2 PANEL

(2 PANEL SHOWN)

HARDWARE KIT

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INSTALLATION

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Tools and Equipment

Tools Required

Quick Reference for Fastener Torques (all values for lubricated threads)

Recommended Equipment

Bolt/Screw Size Torque (in-lbs) Torque (ft-lbs)

1/4" 64 5

3/8" 201 17

5/8" 936 78

Battery Bolt 50 4

a. 3/8" Ratchet

b. 6" Extension for 3/8" Ratchet

Sockets: 3/8”, 7/16”, 9/16”, 15/16” Deep Socket,

3/16” Hex Bit

d. 15/16" Wrench

e. Flush Cut Pliers

f. Torque Wrench capable of 0-100ft-lbs

g. Cordless Drill with ¼” Drill Bit

h. Ear Protection

i. Bucket Truck and/or Crane Truck

j. Saw Horses or elevated working surfaces

a. EverGen Installation Kit (82644RevA):

• Three (3) Lifting Straps

• MC4 Disconnect Tool

Positioning the Light

1Make sure that the installation location for the

product has an unobstructed view of the sun’s

path.

2Also, note that the position of the sun will vary

throughout the year, being at its lowest point

relative to the horizon in winter months.

3Orient the solar panel(s) towards the equator

(towards South in the Northern Hemisphere,

towards North in the Southern Hemisphere).

4If using a magnetic compass, be sure to take

into account the installed location’s magnetic

declination (the difference between true north

and the direction a compass needle points in a

given location).

Point panels South if in

Northern Hemisphere

Point panels North if in

Southern Hemisphere

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ASSEMBLY

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1Place solar panel(s) glass side down on to clean cardboard (solar panel packaging) on a ﬂ at, stable sur-

face.

Assembly

The product should be assembled on the ground before being installed on a pole.

1. Assemble Solar Panel(s)

TAKE CARE NOT TO DROP ANY MATERIALS ONTO THE BACK OF THE SOLAR

PANELS DURING THE PRODUCT ASSEMBLY AS THE SOLAR PANELS CAN BE

DAMAGED BY ACCIDENTAL IMPACT.

CAUTION

2For systems with two (2) solar panels, connect one (1) cable from each of the panels so that they are in

series. Upon successful connection, there will be an audible click.

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2. Assemble Solar Panel Mount

3. Attach Solar Panel to Solar Panel Frame

1For two panel systems, ensure panels are pushed together and ﬂ ush prior to, during, and after bolt tighten-

ing.

THREADED

HOLE IN

SOLAR

PANEL

FRAME

2Align mount holes with threaded holes in solar panel frame(s).

1Place solar panel mount onto frame(s) of solar panel(s). Ensure that the solar panel mount grommet hole is

facing the solar panel junction box(es).

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4Once bolts are torqued, install grommets as shown below.

3Install four (4) (single solar panel) or eight (8) (two solar panels) supplied 1/4"-20 bolts through solar panel

mount slots and into threaded holes in solar panel frame(s) and tighten to 5ft-lbs (64 in-lbs.).

!GREASE!

2Apply grease to solar panel mount bolt threads.

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ASSEMBLY

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STRAIN

RELIEF

FEATURE

SINGLE PANEL

CABLE TIES

5Strain relieve the solar panel cables to the solar panel mount frame feature(s) and near the junction box(es)

using the provided cable ties.

4. Connect Tenon Adapter to Solar Panel Mount

3/8"-16

THREADED

HOLES

TENON

ADAPTER

LARGE CLEARANCE

HOLES

TOP

1Identify top of tenon adapter. There are two larger clearance holes through the tenon adapter near the top.

Orient the two (2) 3/8”-16 threaded holes in the tenon adapter as shown.

EVERGEN M SERIES USER MANUAL

ASSEMBLY

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2Note orientation and rotation of tenon adapter once more. Ensure the two (2) 3/8”-16 threaded holes are

facing outwards as indicated.

3Place tenon adapter between panel mount ﬂ anges as shown.

Align tenon adapter to holes in solar panel mount ﬂ anges.

Insert two (2) 5/8”-11 bolts with ﬂ at washers through clearance holes.

Apply grease to threads of two 5/8”-11 bolts.

Install supplied ﬂ at washers and lock washers to connect the tenon adapter and solar panel mount ﬂ anges.

Finger tighten supplied nuts.

Con rm correct orientation of tenon adapter.

THIS IS CRITICAL TO PREVENT IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO BOLT THREADS.

CAUTION

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ASSEMBLY

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5. Assemble Battery Box

1Take off battery box door by loosening the top two (2) 1/4”-20 bolts and removing the bottom two (2) 1/4”-20

bolts.

2Orient the battery box so that the face with the six (6) holes lines up with the six (6) threaded holes of the

solar panel mount and tenon adapter.

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ASSEMBLY

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!GREASE!

3/8"-16 BOLT

!GREASE!

3Using one (1) of the supplied 3/8"-16 bolts with greased threads, secure the battery box into place on the

tenon adapter by threading bolt through the battery box into corresponding hole in the tenon adapter.

4Install  ve (5) remaining 3/8"-16 bolts to complete attaching the battery box to the tenon adapter and solar

panel mount.

Torque all 3/8"-16 bolts to 17 ft-lbs (201 in-lbs) taking care not to strip the threads in the tenon adapter.

Then torque tenon adapter 5/8”-11 bolts to secure tenon adapter to solar panel mount and solar panel as-

sembly to 78 ft-lbs.

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6. Connect Solar Panel and Fixture Cables to the EMS

1Route the two (2) unconnected solar panel cables into battery box with enough slack to easily connect to

the EMS.

2Route the end of the  xture cable that has a two (2) position connector and ring terminal into the battery box

with enough slack to easily connect to the EMS. For systems with two  xtures, repeat for the second  xture

cable while using the  xture splitter adapter.

3Take the ground wire from the EMS and place it onto the grounding lug followed by the ground wire from the

 xture cable.

4Thread supplied 1/4"-20 nut onto ground lug grease and tighten to 5 ft-lbs (64 in-lbs).

GROUND

EMS

GROUND

WIRE

FIXTURE

2-POSITION

CONNECTOR

GROUND

WIRE

!GREASE!

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ASSEMBLY

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7Coil remainder of  xture cable wire outside of the battery box and secure temporarily to solar panel mount

until product has been installed onto the pole.

CABLE

TIE

GROMMET

FIXTURE CABLE

EMS CABLE

5Connect  xture cable connector to EMS connector observing the keying feature. There will be an audible

"click" upon successful connection.

6Where the cables enter the battery box, install a cable tie around all the cables on the inside of the box and

tighten.

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Place integrated arm into the tenon adapter taking care not to pinch the  xture cable.

Tighten set screws on the tenon adapter to keep the integrated arm in place while lifting.

SET SCREWS

FIXTURE CABLE

ROUTING

INTEGRATED

ARM

7. Assemble Integrated Arm (OPTIONAL)

Route  xture cable(s) through tenon adapter.

Insert  xture cable(s) into the integrated arm as indicated by the arrows.

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ASSEMBLY

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5Rotate the assembly so that it rests on the bottom edge(s) of the solar panel(s) and the edge of the tenon

adapter. Avoid scratching these surfaces by placing the assembly on cardboard.

EverGen with Tenon Adapter EverGen with Integrated Arm

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ASSEMBLY

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8. Assemble Battery Cables

While at ground level, install battery cable(s) to battery terminals following the color coordinated terminal

ends.

If installed, remove fuse from fuseholder.

CABLE CONNECTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.

In highly corrosive environments, coat all fasteners and ring terminals with

dielectric grease.

NOTE

3Place the negative (-) wire (BLACK) ring terminal onto the negative (-) terminal of the battery.

Apply grease and thread supplied bolts, washers, and lock washers into battery terminal then torque to

50 in-lbs.

Place the positive (+) wire (RED) ring terminal onto the positive (+) terminal of the battery.

Apply grease and thread supplied bolts, washers, and lock washers into battery terminal then torque to

50 in-lbs.

Install terminal covers.

BLACK

FUSEHOLDER

MAIN BATTERY HARNESS

(2-BATTERY VERSION SHOWN)

!CAUTION!

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

IF CONTACTS ARE SHORTED

!GREASE!

PROTECTIVE CAP

COVERING CONNECTOR

FOR SECOND BATTERY

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

WARNING

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INSTALLATION

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Installation

1. Attach Lifting Straps

Install three (3) 4 ft long straps as guided below through each lifting point.

Attach three (3) lifting straps to crane hook and lift product into place, OR lift single solar panel systems by

hand in bucket truck and place on pole tenon.

FOLLOW ALL SAFETY GUIDELINES WHEN OPERATING A CRANE, INCLUDING BUT

NOT LIMITED TO NOT SUSPENDING OBJECTS OVER BYSTANDERS.

LOWER SOLAR PANEL MOUNT

BOTH SIDES

BATTERY BOX

CAUTION

DO NOT DROP ANYTHING ONTO THE SOLAR PANELS.

Installation kit available for order.

NOTE

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INSTALLATION

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2. Orient and Install System

Once product is placed onto pole, orient solar panel(s) towards the equator (south in Northern Hemisphere).

Make sure that the area between the solar panel(s) and direct sunlight is unobstructed.

Tighten two (2) installed 3/8"-16 set screws in tenon adapter to pole tenon and torque to 17 ft-lbs

(201 in-lbs.). Do not exceed the speci ed torque to avoid stripping the threads in the tenon adapter.

THIS IS CRITICAL TO ENSURE PRODUCT PERFORMANCE.

CAUTION

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