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Old 08-26-2022, 08:11 PM   #1
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Solar panel operation

Hey all, me again. I have a 2022 forest river forester and have no clue how the solar panels work. Nor do I have a manual. There is an "Elite" panel as well which I have no clue how it works or operates.
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 08-26-2022, 08:27 PM   #2
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A little lite reading for to get started. Let us know if this helps.

https://midsummerenergy.co.uk/solar-...wiring-diagram
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Moved thread to the Forester and Sunseeker sub-forum since the OP has a Forester. That way those that own the same model, can be more helpful.
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solar should be pretty much self regulating and you won't have to do much the main maintenance is that you keep your batteries in good condition.

check the fluid levels if you have flooded Lead acid battery.

Keep the panels clean and avoid too much shade...


Unless you put a lot of $$$ into solar the most your panels are going to do is to prolong the charge of your 12v battery.


if you are away from the trailer .. it will keep your battery fully charged as you are not using a lot of battery power.



Just make sure you turn off as much as possible
If you have a 12v fridge .... it uses a lot of power so you need to be more careful


before you leave home... plug in the shorepower and get the fridge cold at home


If you are power hungry you can add more panels... the portable ones are good because you can find a sunny spot to put the panels.


Do as much reading as you can and learn about getting the most from solar BUT don't be upset if you have to use the generator ....




PS manuals for a Forester
https://forestriverinc.help/#/forest...orester/browse
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This would also be a good book for you to get.

https://a.co/hy2u2ZH
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