USER TIPS
- Batteries - Changes in temperature and humidity affect battery efficiency, so extreme weather conditions may hinder the ability of your electronic devices to function effectively. The charging temperature range for a lithium-ion battery is 0° - 45° C, and the batteries can be discharged at temperatures of 20° - 50° C. In case of extreme temperatures, keep your battery-using device from getting too hot or too cold.
- Orientation to the sun - For optimum performance, Solio must face directly toward the sun. As the earth rotates, the position of the sun relative to Solio will change throughout the day. If the orientation is not corrected, the effectiveness of charging decreases. Adjustments are not necessary for slight changes. However, over a period of hours, the loss of charging efficiency can reduce greatly.
- Ambient Temperature - Solar cells are affected by extremes in temperature, and work within the range of 0° - 90° C, however visits to the polar regions have proved the Solio to be successful at extremes of minus 50° C. For the best performance, the maximum surface temperature of Solio should be below 50° C. Obviously, you must place the battery in the sun to charge it, so it will naturally heat up and become hotter than the air temperature. Please bear in mind that the higher the ambient temperature, the higher Solio’s temperature. Therefore, charging efficiency will be affected.
General
- When charging from the Sun do not to let any shadow cover any part of the solar panels at any time
- From time to time, re-position Solio so it is directly facing the sun. Simply use a pencil to help position it.
- Charging through a window using the Solio suction cup will increase charge times. For a maximum solar charge, angle Solio directly in line with the sun, with no obstruction.
- To avoid damaging Solio or decreasing its effectiveness, do not place it on the dashboard of your car for long periods of time.
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