Solar Panel Problem

[dlncooke]

Hi, we have a 200 watt solar panel on our camper trailer setup and running with out issues.
I checked it today (sunday) and the battery was @ 100% & regulator had an error msg saying
no panel plugged in. !!! when infact is was plugged in.

I plugged another panel in and error msg went away and all was good.

My question is do solar panels Shi@ themselves if left plugged in and charging with battery
@ 100% or should this not matter.

It was left out in the rain for the last week all plugged in. would this matter.

Any help appreciated.

Cheers
Dave

[Peterr]

Most common problem with panels is one , or more , of the diodes in the junction box going short circuit, or sometimes open circuit...

can be tested with a multimeter quite easily..

Do you know how , or have a knowledgeable friend ??

Can explain how , if you have a multimeter !!

[dlncooke]

Most common problem with panels is one , or more , of the diodes in the junction box going short circuit, or sometimes open circuit...

can be tested with a multimeter quite easily..

Do you know how , or have a knowledgeable friend ??

Can explain how , if you have a multimeter !!

HI Peterr, I do have a multimeter, not real sure how to test the diodes but I'm a quick learner.

Cheers
Dave

[Peterr]

Hope this link works!

http://www.rgcproducts.com/marine-new/p ... t_0609.pdf

I drove past Springfield today too, going to Ripley ....

[robcaz]

Hi Dave,

Also if you are using Anderson connectors, make sure the terminals inside the Anderson have not pushed back so they do not make contact when connected.