i just asked this under a comment but is there a specific button that has to be pressed a certain way to get this to take a solar charge?
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I could not figure that one out. The power button does not work on my unit. Based on the horribly written instructions and reference to possible problems with the power button I inferred that the manufacturer knew there were problems before they sent them out. When plugging the unit in to charge there were lights indicating that a charge was taking place. Other solar charging devices that I have use a led light to indicate that the unit is charging.
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Assuming that the pack is charged up, you should only need to press the button on the end of the power pack once it's connected to the device you want to charge.
1663333
The solar panel is the only way for it to work. The solar panel is the only way to charge the batteries. You plug it in and leave it alone.
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There are 3 butons on the back of the solar panel. One is called "MODE" that is the one that you push until you get the sequence that you like
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small hole on under side of light, gently push in until you hear and feel a click. leave out in sun for one day before turning it on. as for batteries to charge
2182005
I dont recall any instructions comimg with mine, however, it is very simple. Just plug your usb cable for your device into the panel outlet and expose it to direct sunlight. Same goes for the 12 volt cla outlet, for instance, you can charge your phone with the panel using your car charger. Hope this helps.
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Mine said the seThing. Don't work. We have to spend more money for better solar charger sorry mate we lost out on this.
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press the button and hold it that way forabout 5 seconds or so. it will work! :-)
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You need a charge controller. I bought this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008I0IZ7O/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 , but I had to cut the wires on the solar panel to connect to the charge controller. You can get adapters, but I'm not sure what those are called.
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If you're referring to the orange LED on the front, I believe you push it in. It's a button itself. Hope that helps.
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yes, it has a little button but the one i got didn't work. have to open it up to set battery i place or remove.
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I do not know of an actual reset button but you could try disconnecting everything from the charge controller and then reconnecting it. This controller can operate as a 12volt or 24volt charging system. The controller will automatically set for the correct voltage according to the battery voltage it detects. I do not know your experience level but when connecting and disconnecting the charge controller it has to be done in the correct order or you could damage the charge controller. Always CONNECT the charge controller to the battery FIRST. When disconnecting the controller from the battery, DISCONNECT the solar panel first, DISCONNECT the battery LAST. I do not know how many batteries you have but if you have more than one you may have them connected together improperly. But try disconnecting and reconnecting the charge controller in the order I stated above and see if this corrects the reading. If not, check your battery wiring if you have more than 1 battery. Batteries can be wired parallel and in series or a combination of the two depending how many batteries you are using. If none of this corrects the reading on the controller it may be defective. If the difference in voltage is not too much I would not worry about it anyway because you can set a different charge level cut off with this controller. I hope this helps. Regards, Wade
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The ON button should power it up, but make sure it's charged by a light since it is solar powered. If it doesn't work, I'd return it.
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It is best to use a solar regulator (or solar charge controller). 3Amp or greater charge controller for 1 x 45Watt panel. You can find lots of inexpensive ones on Amazon. However, if you are just using it for a quick boost charge, you can hook it up directly to the battery. But, if you connect directly, you must monitor it to make sure it doesn't overcharge (cook) the battery. And, never leave it hooked directly (without regulator/controller) to the battery at night, because the battery will discharge into the solar panel.
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You would also need a Solar Charge Controller & a Battery. Check YouTube for instructions.
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the solar panel directly charges the battery. the battery powers the LED when you push the button. the unit casing is sealed and you do not remove the battery. leave it in any amount of ambient light and it will recharge.
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The directions on box says to electrically charge it before using. Just guessing on my part - it would probably take a very long time if you do solar only.