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With the rapid development of solar power generation technology, solar street lights have been widely used, especially in remote mountainous areas where the construction of transmission facilities is inconvenient during the new rural construction. However, in order to extend the service life of solar street lights, necessary maintenance is essential. So how should the maintenance of solar street lights be carried out? Below is a share from Century Sunshine Lighting.
1. During windy, rainy, or snowy weather, check the panels immediately to see if they are intact after the rainy season. Ensure that the control room and batteries are not exposed to water. After a storm, check if the equipment is functioning normally, as well as inspect for any damage to the charge and discharge controller.
2. Daily inspection of the light source of the solar street light is relatively simple. Firstly, it is important to strictly prohibit any impact from hard or sharp objects. Regularly check the operational status of the light source, and if any individual bulbs are not lit, they should be repaired promptly to avoid damage to the entire light.
3. During bad weather, check that the wiring and grounding of the solar panels are secure and not detached. Inspect the brackets of the solar panels for any looseness or breakage.
4. Daily maintenance of the solar panels is crucial as they are a key component providing energy for the solar street lighting system. Ensure that the solar panels are intact, clean, and have good light reception. Prevent damage from hard or sharp objects, avoid throwing debris onto the solar panels, and clean and inspect them regularly. Prune any branches that may block sunlight from reaching the solar panels.
5. Inspection and maintenance of the solar light poles and accessories should be prioritized. Make sure that the installation access doors of the street lights are complete, and replace any damaged or lost parts promptly, as the solar street light controller and related wiring are installed inside. Rainwater can easily cause short circuits and damage; exposed wires may tear or break, which significantly affects the lifespan of the solar street light system.
6. The solar panel array should always be kept clean. If there is dust or other dirt, gently wipe it with a clean cloth dampened with water. Avoid using hard objects or corrosive solvents for cleaning.
7. Maintenance of the solar batteries includes preventive measures against theft and checking whether the charging and discharging of solar street lights are normal. This can be initially judged by assessing the operating status of the solar street light controller while also checking the charge levels of the batteries. Do not adjust the working state of the solar street light controller without authorization to avoid overcharging or over-discharging the batteries.
8. Pay attention to the aesthetic appearance of the solar street light poles after installation. From the foundation work, ensure that the lamp positions follow the main line to control the linearity properly, and adjust according to the road design. The poles should be straight, and any welding seams or inspection openings should avoid the main traffic direction.
9. Inspection and maintenance of the solar street light controller are critical as it affects the changes in lighting time and brightness. Since each component of the solar street light system has a different lifespan, the primary controls for brightness and lighting duration are the batteries and the solar street light controller. If the lighting duration is insufficient, first check the battery levels, then examine the solar street light controller. Each manufacturer provides a manual for their controllers, usually equipped with a working status indicator light, which can help assess whether the solar street light system is functioning normally.
This concludes the maintenance and care tips for solar street lights. Solar street lights do not have the complex and expensive wiring of traditional electric street lights, allowing for flexible installation in any location. They are safe, energy-efficient, and utilize computer intelligent control for charging and operation without manual intervention, saving electricity costs and requiring minimal maintenance.
