Time to Install Your Solar System
We are excited to help you get your solar lighting or power system installed and ready to go. Below are the first steps and some help to getting the system installed without issue.
When receiving the shipment from the freight company, check for any damages. If damage is found, mark on the proof of delivery and report it immediately. Also, send an email as soon as possible, along with photos of the damage, to shipping@sepconet.com. Read through the packing list and make sure all components have been received.
No Shade
Verify that the installation location has a clear, unshaded view of the southern sky between the winter hours of 9 am to 3 pm. Shade causes the solar not to perform as needed to charge the batteries fully and will void the warranty.
Facing South
Check to ensure the pole is installed with the three pre-drilled holes to the south. If anchor base poles are used, one flat base side would face south, and the side with three holes should line up.
Permits & Codes
Install following all National Electrical Codes, local codes, or permits, and ground the system for lightning protection, if necessary.
Tools & Parts
- Safety Glasses
- Gloves
- Compass to Orient Solar toward Equator
- Wire from Battery Assembly to Fixture*
- Drill and Drill Bits up to 3/4"
- Wrench
- Socket Set
- Screw Drivers (Flat & Phillips)
- Wire Stripper
- Wire Nuts
*If SEPCO provided the pole for the system, the wire and bolts are included. If SEPCO did not provide the pole, the installer will need to source 1/2" - 5/8" diameter stainless steel bolts for mounting the solar and fixture bracket.
SEPCO Solar Power Assemblies are specified for many applications; therefore, the bolts and wires are not included for no pole orders as the length and distance are unknown. SEPCO can discuss an installation kit and other mounting requirements for your various diameter poles, columns, surface mounts, walls, roofs, etc.
Quick Test & Troubleshoot
To test the system once all connections are made and the system is installed, follow the below to quickly test the system before leaving the site or moving on to the next system.
Once the controller is connected the status indicator LEDs will begin to blink. Only a blinking green LED should be present after a few seconds. This blinking green LED is an indication that the controller detects daytime and should begin charging shortly. When installed in a typical lighting system (ex. dusk to dawn) the load should be off at this time.
To test the load circuit, unplug the solar disconnect, once disconnected the blinking green status indicator LED should change to a solid green LED shortly. This solid green LED is an indication that the controller detects nighttime and should turn on the load within 5 minutes. Once the load has been verified reconnect the solar disconnect plug. After reconnection the solid green LED should change to a blinking green LED and the load should go off within 5 minutes.
If the fixture did not operate in the above test, the first thing to check is the fuse. If the fuse blew when the fixture tried to come on, either the fixture wires are swapped (reverse polarity), or they are pinched (shorted) either under the power mount or the fixture mount.
Project Installation Manual
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Need more help?
We are available for on site troubleshooting assistance via phone Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm EST. Just call us at 772-220-6615 and have your project reference number ready.
If you require after-hours assistance, fill out the form below and access the troubleshooting manual. We will reach back out the next day to confirm your findings and assist you further.