Wrong Solar Panel Installation, Equipment Problems; Internal Battery and Faulty Battery Issues; Solar Battery Charger Issues are the most probable culprits if your solar Panel is not charging your battery correctly. Replacement of damaged equipment is the most efficient approach to remedy them.
How To Fix The Ring Solar Panel Not Charging Issue?
Troubleshooting a Ring Solar Panel that isn’t charging can be done by following these steps:
1. Check for Sunlight: Ensure the Ring Solar Panel is receiving direct sunlight for at least several hours each day. Indirect or filtered sunlight through clouds or trees may not provide enough power to charge the battery.
2. Verify Connections: Inspect the cable connecting the Ring Solar Panel to the Ring device. Ensure both ends are firmly plugged in and free of any damage or debris.
3. Check Compatibility: Confirm that the Ring Solar Panel is compatible with your specific Ring device. Incompatible solar panels may not function properly or deliver sufficient charging power.
4. Inspect for Defects: Examine the solar panel for any visible damage, cracks, or debris that could obstruct sunlight absorption. Clean the panel’s surface with a soft cloth to remove any dirt or grime.
5. Check Wire Condition: Inspect the wires connecting the solar panel to the Ring device for any signs of damage, fraying, or corrosion. Replace damaged wires with new ones.
6. Reset Ring Device: Try resetting your Ring device by holding down the setup button for approximately 20 seconds. This often resolves minor glitches or software issues.
7. Check for Obstructions: Ensure there are no obstructions blocking sunlight from reaching the solar panel, such as overhanging branches, awnings, or neighboring buildings.
8. Contact Ring Support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, contact Ring customer support for further assistance. They may recommend advanced troubleshooting steps or provide a replacement panel.
Eng. Matthew Joseph Nandirio is the Founder of walkingsolar.
After graduating from the University of Houston in 2002, matt started working as a Solar Electrical Engineer for several multi-national solar energy companies.
He has a wide range of experiences including solar system requirement analysis, planning, maintaining, debugging and even solar device development through research.
He now shares his 20 years of expertise through his articles on the walkingsolar website.
Further, he is also the author of two books on Solar Technology, “Solar Power for Villages” and “DIY Solar System for Dummies”.
