Are there temperature limitations on the Solar Repeater?
The solar repeater battery has some temperature limitations and the unit is designed to prevent any damage at the temperatures extremes.The repeater can operate from battery power between -4º F to 140º F (-20º C to +60º C). If the temperature is outside of this operation range AND the solar voltage is too low (night time) then the unit is put in a sleep mode.
Regardless of temperature, the solar repeater will operate when there is enough sunlight on the panel. If the temperature is within the charging temperature range, energy from the solar panel will first power the repeater, and any excess solar energy will charge the battery.
Continuous operation over 122º F (50º C) could lead to a reduced battery life. It is highly recommended the system is setup such that the solar panel protects the Repeater and battery box from direct sunlight.
How long does the Solar Repeater battery last?
Under normal conditions, a fully charged battery will last over seven days with zero sunlight (i.e. with a snow covered panel).It takes only 4 hours of direct sun to fully charge a fully depleted battery
During a 100% overcast day, the panel will provide more than enough energy to the batteries to power the repeater through the night.