Sol GreenWay Solar Path Lighting - Manual (Page 17)

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Installation Manual | Greenway ® Solar LED Path and Trail Lighting System
3.0 Operation and Maintenance
3.1 Expected Performance
The Greenway™ lighting system is designed to provide reliable operation and illumination
all year. The solar panel provides enough energy during a normal day to charge the
battery for operation of the LED fixture for the following night. The system is designed with
a five-day reserve charge. As a result, extended periods of low sun may deplete the five-
day reserve and affect performance of the system. The following conditions may cause
your Greenway™ lighting system to operate out of specification:
1. Prolonged Bad Weather. A series of days with low levels of sunlight may
deplete the battery reserve. Depending on the severity of the condition, the
nightly illumination period could be reduced until a sunny day re-establishes the
reserve battery charge. Please note that the system may need anywhere from
two days (in summer) to ten days (in winter) of good sunny weather before the
full five-day battery reserve is completely achieved.
2. Shading. Installation of the Greenway™ lighting system in a location where the
solar panel is shaded during part of the day will inhibit the ability of the solar
panel to fully charge the battery and may severely damage the battery. The
hours of nighttime illumination will be reduced by the controller if the solar panel
cannot fully charge the battery.
If you believe that your Greenway™ lighting system is not performing as expected and the
above conditions do not apply, please contact Sol Customer Service at 1.772.286.9461.
3.2 Preventive Maintenance and Service
Obstructions
Obstructions (including tree branches) must not shade the solar panel(s). Check for and
remove any obstructions in the vicinity of the solar panel(s) once every three months.
Solar Panel Cleaning
The solar panel(s) should be cleaned periodically to insure optimum performance.
Solar panels can get very hot when the sun is out. It is advisable to clean solar
panels during the early morning hours.
1. Using a non-streaking window cleaner and a soft cloth, thoroughly wipe down
the solar panel(s) to remove any dirt and grime that may have accumulate. A
plastic scraper may also be needed for removing bird droppings.
2. Dry the solar panel(s) with a soft clean cloth.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2, if necessary, until all dirt and grime have been removed.