Banner SureCross FlexPower Solar Supply Assembly User Manual
Surecross flexpower solar supply assembly, Datasheet, Replacing the rechargeable battery pack
Datasheet
The FlexPower Solar Supply provides autonomous power for continuous wireless
sensing and monitoring applications in a compact, plug-and-play power solution. The
battery pack recharges in direct sunlight and supplies power to the SureCross
devices autonomously without sunlight.
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FlexPower Solar Supply with rechargeable battery pack provides reliable
power (nominal 5.0 V dc) for applications with higher power demands than a
standard DX81 or DX81P6 can supply
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Solar Supply includes the panel, charge controller, rechargeable battery pack,
and mounting hardware (ac wall charger sold separately)
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Weather resistant environmental enclosure
For additional information, updated documentation, and accessories, refer to Banner
Engineering's website,
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Model
Nominal Output Voltage
Replacement Battery Pack
BWA-SOLAR-001
5.0 V dc
BWA-BATT-003 Replacement battery and controller pack
Replacing the Rechargeable Battery Pack
When the rechargeable batteries need to be replaced, order model number BWA-
BATT-003. This replacement part includes the batteries, controller, and wiring.
CAUTION: Properly dispose of your used battery
according to local regulations by taking it to a hazardous
waste collection site, an e-waste disposal center, or any
other facility qualified to accept NiMH batteries. As with
all batteries, these are a fire, explosion, and severe burn
hazard. Do not burn or expose them to high temperatures. Do
not crush, disassemble, or expose the contents to water.
To replace the battery pack, follow these steps.
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1. Remove the sign-post top cap.
2. Gently remove the battery and controller assembly by pulling the strap (1).
3. Unplug the core pack from the sign post top cap (2).
4. Plug the new core pack in and insert the core pack into the tube.
5. Mount the cap securely and tighten.
6. Charge the replacement solar core pack for 8 to 16 hours using the ac wall charger (sold separately as an accessory).
This solar core pack ships from the factory with a partial charge, but charging ensures your battery pack has enough
power to operate efficiently regardless of weather conditions and sun availability.
SureCross FlexPower Solar Supply
Assembly
P/N 137304 Rev. G
22 November 2013
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