The instruction says "Peel and remove the protective film on solar panel" .There is no film that can easily be peeled away . Is this step necessary?
189048
I is important to allow the cell to gather solar energy. If the film is left in place, it may hinder the reception and storage of energy.
189049
Hi. When I bought mine there was a clear piece of plastic covering the solar panel. Look for an edge to peel up, if you can't find anything, then they probably didn't put it on yours. No big deal.
189050
If there is no film, than that means the manufacturer probably forgot to place a film on it. It was a protective film used only for shipping. You are good to go :)
189051
I think I remember peeling the protective film off, it should be easy to see it. But if it is not there, I would think that they forgot to put it on.
189052
It is not necessary; however, removing it will provide for full charging of the batteries. If there is no "film that can be easily peeled away" then it is not there.
1839461
I had to google the answer as no instructions were included. Use adhevise glue on around edges and use spray adhevise over interior of panel. I hope this helps!
1131817
You don't have to remove anything. It just sticks on despite what the instructions say. I imagine there is some drilling involved with the illuminated version.
1743497
Hi there, I'm not sure why that buyer had to cut out the film, but it comes with two protective screens one for the back and for the front. The actual film is in the middle, which makes it easy to apply and avoid smearing. All you have to do is peel off the protective screens to apply the film. Hope this helps.
870141
I do not believe there are 'protective covers' on the solar panels. It was just a bit tricky for me as well, to turn the light on the first time. I believe you need to press and hold the on button for a few seconds, then release, and your light should come on. I think instructions said were a bit vague about this detail. Hopefully your light will then come on and you will be pleased with it, as I am with the one I received. (I had to do the same thing, as mine did not immediately turn on either, when I just pressed and released the button). Best of luck.
2210784
Only shut off would be to disconnect the wire to the solar panel. Then reattach when your ready to use again. Hope this helps,Larry
38264
Once the film is installed the only way to remove it is with a razor blade. It scrapes off without too much trouble. It's a lot like the tint on a car window, once it's installed it's really stuck after 24 hours.
481278
I've tried to remove it (off the glass) with sharp blades, but failed. So I don't know how to remove it yet. Maybe you can try using paint thinner. Good luck.
1023812
Heck no--privacy film can easily be removed by geting a corner (look for a tiny piece that is curled up) spray well with plain water & start peeling it up...even if the film has been there for a long time this will work unless someone actually glued the film down?? That would be very odd if they used any kind of adhesive to put the film in place
441756
I just put mine directly to a solar panel and off it went. When the sun went down it shut off. Loud though.
23428
I got it off an there is nothing behind the panel that requires it to be removed. It was super hard to remove too. It was a while ago but i remember being disappointed.
312307
I have not had the need to take it off. But the underside tape is 3m tape. Once i had applied i couldnt shift it to line it up better. So line it up with the camera before applying.
160234
I forgot to add that once applied the best way to remove the film is a heat gun....washing it will not cause it to peel up.
772900
I installed this product and didn't do any peeling. Both layers go on your window. One layer is for sun protection and the other layer is for structural strength and is the side applied to the window. Why are you trying to take them apart?
1913139
I just spoke with a tech at 3M and they said the best way they have found is to apply a thicker coat over what you have and once it's dried for at least 24 hrs, peel it off and it should pull the layer underneath as well. Just make sure if you've waxed over the top of the film, you'll need to use something to strip the wax or it won't adhere to it. The second method is to soak it in ammonia based window cleaner for at least 15 minutes and then use a car sponge to scrub it off.
347673
good dayyes you do have to remove the front glassand a litle warning, be very carefull with that process, the lcd screen is very fragilethe best way to do it is to heat the glass with a hair dryer and slowly insert a razor blade between the glass and digitizer *** it should come off easely*** do not force it to come off...start from the top cornerif you need more info you can always go on youtube to see how it's donegood luck
1275639
Yes remove the plastic film. It's only purpose was to protect the bed from damage before installation.