M660

INTRODUCTION 3-HOLE FLANGE MOUNT

To attach the 3-hole flange mount
The M660 Solar Hazard Marker is:
USER MANUAL • Self-contained, high-performance solar-powered 1. Ensure the flange mount is aligned correctly.
• Easy-to-install and low-maintenance with a long-life LED 2. Attach the flange mount to the light unit using
• Available in red, green, white, yellow and blue the provided 3 screws (1). Do not over tighten!
(1)
• Is suitable for a range of hazard marking applications. 3-Hole Flange Pole Mount 3. For extra security use 3 more screws to attach
Mount
the flange mount to the light unit (2). Do not
Nominal range of a lantern depends on its effective intensity and environmental condi- over tighten!
tions. For details on how to calculate range, see www.carmanah.com.
(1)
(2) To install the lantern:
APPLICATIONS (1)
Fix in place with 3x bolts, studs & nuts, nails or
(2)
(2) screws. Recommended bolt size is 1/4-20 UNC or
The M660 can be used for: M6.
• Marking marine aids-to-navigation (ATON)
• Private aid-to-navigation (PATON)
• Dock & marina light
• General purpose marking light

INSTALLATION

Year-round, unrestricted solar exposure is critical to long-

term performance. Shade dramatically reduces the ability
of the light to charge its battery.

The M660 can be mounted to a flat surface or pole. Ensure X 

the correct mounting method is selected before lantern
installation.

POLE MOUNT OPERATION SETTING THE FLASH

1. Remove flange mount In daylight, the solar panel charges the battery using the Energy Management System To set the flash pattern, enter its flash code using the IR programmer or Bluetooth
2. Slide the lantern over the pole; press down (EMS). The capacity of the battery ensures that even with poor levels of sunlight over an control. Flash codes are listed in a table at the end of this document.
to ensure lantern is well seated. extended period, the lantern has enough reserve power to continue to perform reliably.
3. Secure with the provided 3 screws; if Stored battery energy then powers the LED during the night. Example: Enter 1 2 9 for quick flash Q 1s 0.3, (flash code 129)
required, drill 1/8 - 9/64 in. [3.2 - 3.6 mm]
pilot holes and then install the screws The change from night-to-day or day-to-night is called a transition. To avoid false
transitions and ensure stable operation, the transition time is 2 minutes. For example, 2 SETTING THE INTENSITY
minutes of dark is needed for the lantern to switch to night operation. The M660 is programmed using Effective Intensity. Effective Intensity is the brightness
BIRD DETERRENTS of a flashing light as perceived by the human eye (as opposed to Peak Intensity which
is the actual intensity of a light during a flash). Effective Intensity is calculated using the
Up to 3 bird deterrents can be installed: PROGRAMMING following equation:
The M660 is configured using the IR programmer or Bluetooth control App. Peak Intensity (cd) x Flash Duration (sec)
1. Insert a mounting screw through the bird Effective Intensity (cd) =
The lantern’s mating IR receiver is on an energy-saving sleep cycle. 0.2 (sec) + Flash Duration (sec)
deterrent
2. Install the screw. Do not over tighten! The M660 makes this calculation automatically based on your programmed flash code
3. Bend bird deterrent as needed Press and hold for 2 seconds to awaken the IR and Effective Intensity selected. Note that for a fixed/steady-burning light (code 001),
receiver and begin communication with the lantern: effective intensity equals peak intensity. The range of intensity codes are:
OPERATION The lantern is now ready to accept programming. Note that the lantern will quickly flash
600 0.1 - 0.4 effective cd
601 1 effective cd
after every key it receives. All programming codes follow the same sequence:
602 2 effective cd
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# # # 3 quick flashes 2 slow flashes
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Command accepted Command rejected

The number symbol # represents 0 - 9. Commands can be rejected if they are
Example: Enter 6 0 5 for intensity of 5 effective cd

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08123 1234567890
TURNING ON/OFF BATTERY CHARGING X660 XXX SW
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08123 1234567890 STORAGE
In “on” mode, the M660 LED turns on at night and off during the day. In “off” mode, the The batteries are best charged inside the lantern. The M660 can recharge 0 V or 0% Turn the lantern off to store. In switched models, set the switch to the “off” position. To
X660 XXX
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lantern charges in sunlight, but the LED remains off. When turned on again, the lantern SOC batteries back to 100% SOC: turn off using the IR programmer, press and hold for 4 seconds.
activates at its last programmed settings. Summer sunlight 8-12 hours • If a lantern detects continuous dark for 24 hrs, it will disable the LED. Upon
Option 1: Switched Models Option 2 : IR Programmer Winter sunlight 18-36 hours sensing light, it will enable the LED and continue normal operation
Set the switch to on or off position 60 W incandescent lamp 15-36 hours • Check the battery state of charge every 1 - 2 months and charge if required
Press and hold 4 seconds. The lantern
Take care when charging using a lamp. Provide air circulation or a fan so that
LED will fade on or off to confirm your CAUTION lantern and batteries do not exceed max. temperature
setting change.
The optional Plug-In Charger allows you to quickly charge the M660 Battery Pack. The TROUBLESHOOTING
CHECKING BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE (SOC)
Plug-In Charger automatically charges the Battery Pack. Visit carmanah.com for full 105mm
4.11”

LED is off Batteries are very low and Charge the lantern or replace the batteries
98mm

external charging details.

3.84”

during the lantern cannot turn on

Using the IR programmer, enter:
X660 XXX SW
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39mm 26mm 32mm
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08123 1234567890 1.54” 1.04” 1.26”

X660 XXX
13mm
0.51” night
Batteries are low and LVD is Confirm with code 810 using IR programmer. Charge lantern or
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Good battery active replace batteries. Decrease eff. intensity to a sustainable level
Charge battery Low battery
187
Switch is off Switch to on
7.36

DIMENSIONS
73

Night not yet detected Wait for the lantern to detect 2 min. of consistent “dark”
2.88

61mm
2.40”

3-Hole Flange Mount

Nearby light source is illuminat- Move away from light source, turn off unneeded light, or shield
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL 0.8 lb (0.35 kg)
ing the lantern lanterns
During periods of sustained poor solar charging, Automatic Light Control (ALC) may
100mm 150mm
3.94” 5.90”

75mm 112mm
2.95” 4.43” Solar panel is not charging the Under bright sunlight, enter code 815 using the IR programmer:
decrease LED intensity based on battery SOC and recent charging trends. When 213mm
8.40”
battery well during the day 1x flash= too low for charging, 2x flashes = solar panel is fine
solar charging returns to a sustainable level, ALC increases intensity back to the user No response Batteries are very low and Charge the lantern.
setting. ALC may be disabled to keep the lantern at a constant intensity.
50mm
37mm 1.97”

to IR lantern cannot turn on

1.48”

105mm

programmer
4.11”
98mm
3.84”

Enable ALC: 8 0 1 Disable ALC: 8 0 0 13mm

39mm
1.54”
26mm 32mm
1.04” 1.26”
Sunlight is obscuring IR signal Move the IR programmer closer to the lantern
0.51”

65mm 65mm
Moisture Condensation Ensure the vent on the bottom cover is not dirty or obstructed
inside
2.56" 2.56"
130mm
5.11"

SPECIFICATIONS Visit www.carmanah.com for complete specifications 87mm

3.41”
173mm
87mm
3.41”

6.82” 187
7.36
213mm

Temperature Operating -40 to 158 °F (-40 to 70 °C) Light Source High-power LED, >100,000 hrs lifetime
73 8.4”
2.88

Storage -40 to 176 °F (-40 to 80 °C)

61mm
2.40”

Intensity See Flash Code table Flash See Flash Code table

Divergence >8 ° FWHM Vertical Divergence Chromaticity Blue, red, white, yellow, and green
FLASH CODES 75mm 112mm
100mm 150mm
3.94” 5.90”
MAINTENANCE
2.95” 4.43”

Battery Lithium Ion (LiOn), ## V. Immersion IP68, 3 ft. (1m) for 72 hrs.; EN 60529
Maximum effective intensity varies by flash code and color. “FL” is the flash duration (sec) and “EC” is an eclipse
213mm Although the M660 is maintenance-free, performance gains can be made. Clean with
(sec). Intensities are IALA values (10th percentile) over a 360° horizontal measurement. For a complete table visit
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MIL-STD-202G immersion & damp heat www.carmanah.com

water and a soft sponge or cloth. A mild non-abrasive cleanser can be used for more
stubborn residue. Clean more frequently during drier months as dust accumulates more
50mm

cycling, MIL-STD-810G rain & salt fog

37mm 1.97”
1.48”
Flash Flash Character FL1 EC1 FL2 EC2 FL3 EC3 FL4 EC4 FL5 EC5 Duty Maximum Effective Intensity (cd)
Code Cycle
Regulatory RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS) 000 off 0 0 0%
White Yellow Green
0 0 0
Red
0
Blue
0
quickly. Check the exterior and o-rings for cracks, missing or broken hardware.
001 F 60 0 100% 29 25 23 18 8
012 Fl (2) 6s 0.5 0.5 1 0.5 4 16.7% 20 17 17 12 6
CE EN 60945, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3 016 Fl (2) 8s 0.5 0.5 1 0.5 6 12.5% 20 17 17 12 6
RECYCLING
65mm 65mm
2.56" 2.56"

043 Fl 1.5s 0.5 130mm

5.11"
0.5 1 33.3% 20 17 17 12 6
FCC and 044 Fl 10s 0.5 0.5 9.5 5% 20 17 17 12 6
CAN ICES-3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules & Industry Canada license-exempt 049 Fl 2.5s 0.3
87mm
3.41”
173mm
0.3
87mm
2.2 3.41” 12% 17 15 14 10 5 This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or
050 Fl 2.5s 0.5 0.5 2 20% 20 17 17 12 6
human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. Check your local
6.82”

RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause 051 Fl 2.8s 0.3 0.3213mm
8.4” 2.5 10.7% 17 15 14 10 5
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer- 052
055
Fl 2s 0.2
Fl 2s 0.5
0.2
0.5
1.8
1.5
10%
25%
14
20
12
17
11
17
9
12
4
6
municipality for electronics recyclers.
ence that may cause undesired operation.
058 Fl 3s 0.3 0.3 2.7 10% 17 15 14 10 5
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio ex- 059 Fl 3s 0.5 0.5 2.5 16.7% 20 17 17 12 6
empts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit 060 Fl 3s 0.7 0.7 2.3 23.3% 22 19 18 14 6 The batteries are rechargeable Lithium Ion (LiOn). Consult your local laws for
pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique 061
063
Fl 3s 1.0
Fl 4.4s 0.4
1
0.4
2
4
33.3%
9.1%
24
19
20
16
19
15
15
12
7
5
information on recycling.
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. 064 Fl 4s 0.5 0.5 3.5 12.5% 20 17 17 12 6
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) – This Class B Digital Apparatus Complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet 066 Fl 4s 1.0 1 3 25% 24 20 19 15 7
Appareil numerique de la classe (B) est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 068 Fl 5s 0.3 0.3 4.7 6% 17 15 14 10 5 This product complies with the European Union’s requirements according to
069 Fl 5s 0.5 0.5 4.5 10% 20 17 17 12 6
070 Fl 5s 1.0 1 4 20% 24 20 19 15 7 Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 072 Fl 6s 0.5 0.5 5.5 8.3% 20 17 17 12 6
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro- 078 Iso 2s 1 1 50% 24 20 19 15 7
tection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and 079 Iso 4s 2 2 50% 26 22 21 16 7 WARRANTY
098 Mo(U) 10s 0.3 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.9 7.1 15% 17 15 14 10 5
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 099 Mo(U) 10s 0.4 0.4 0.6 0.4 0.6 1.2 6.8 20% 19 16 15 12 5 This product is covered by the Carmanah warranty. Failure to comply with the use,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter- 103 Mo(U) 15s 0.7 0.5 0.7 0.5 0.7 0.5 1.9 10.7 22% 22 19 18 14 6
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference 104 Mo(U) 15s 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 2.1 10.1 23.3% 22 19 18 14 6 storage, maintenance, or installation instructions detailed in this manual could void the
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
125
126
Q 1.2s 0.3
Q 1.2s 0.5
0.3
0.5
0.9
0.7
25%
41.7%
17
20
15
17
14
17
10
12
5
6
warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 129 Q 1s 0.3 0.3 0.7 30% 17 15 14 10 5 for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and 131 Q 1s 0.5 0.5 0.5 50% 20 17 17 12 6
144 Q(4) 20s 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 16.5 10% 20 17 17 12 6
receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 147 Q(5) 20s 0.3 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 15.7 7.5% 17 15 14 10 5
connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifica- 160 VQ 0.6s 0.3 0.3 0.3 50% 17 15 14 10 5 Email: customerservice@carmanah.com
tions not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority 174 Fl 4s 0.4 0.4 3.6 10% 19 16 15 12 5
Toll Free: 1.877.722.8877 (US & Canada)
178 Fl (3+1) 20s 0.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 4.5 0.5 10.5 10% 20 17 17 12 6
to operate the equipment. N’approuve aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur,
quelle qu’en soit la nature. Tout changement ou modification peuvent annuler le droit d’utilisation de
179
209
Fl (3+1) 20s 0.6
Q 1s 0.15
0.6
0.15
1.4
0.85
0.6 1.4 0.6 4.4 0.6 10.4 12%
15%
21
12
18
10
17
10
13
7
6
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l’appareil par l’utilisateur. 238 CST9 0.6 0.3 0.6 0.3 1.5 56.7 4.5% 21 18 17 13 6 Fax: 1.250.380.0062
251 Fl 3.5s 0.7 0.7 2.8 20% 22 19 18 14 6
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