Mounting the solar panel correctly will ensure your system keeps watering throughout the year. Place it outside, where it gets the most sun. You will need to change the angle and position as the seasons change. Solar panel extension cables are available in our online shop.
The solar panel comes complete with two brackets, each made up from two parts.
- Attach two brackets to the solar panel using the nuts and bolts provided.
This is easiest using an 8mm open spanner with some tape to hold the nut in place on the spanner while you thread the bolt in from the top, through the bracket. - Fix the other part of the brackets to a wall, fence, or other surface, a suitable distance apart to match the brackets that are attached to the solar panel.
- Offer the solar panel up to the fixed brackets and secure it all together using two bolts in each bracket, as shown in the illustration. Adjust the solar panel to the best angle for maximum sun.
Adding extra solar panels
If you would like to extend your WaterMate's pumping capacity (time) with larger or more solar panels, see this article.
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Also see:
- Installing water valves
- Installing control unit
- Installing solar panel
- Installing sprayers and drippers
- Installing pipework (greenhouse)
- Installing pipework (polytunnel)