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Pre-Installation
PLANNING INSTALLATION
Before installing the light fixture, ensure that all
parts are present. Compare parts with the Hardware
Included and Package Contents sections. If any part
is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble,
install, or operate this light fixture.
Estimated installation time: 30 minutes
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This light operates with a battery charged from a solar
panel. If the voltage of the Nickel-metal hydride (Ni-
MH) batteries run down to 3V, the light will not activate
when the motion sensor is triggered. When the solar
panel has recharged the Ni-MH batteries, and voltage
is above 3V, the light will return to normal operation.
INITIAL BATTERY CHARGE
IMPORTANT:
Clouds, rain, snow, and other weather
conditions may not allow the solar panel to completely
recharge the battery. Other obstructions such as buildings
or trees may block the sun as well.
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PRIOR TO USE, the battery will require 1 to 2
days of full, direct sunlight to completely charge
with the switch in the OFF position. Connect
the solar panel cord plug with the connector
extending from the bottom of the light housing.
If possible, aim the solar panel toward the South
and tilt it approximately 50° from horizontal.
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Actual operating time will vary depending upon
how frequently the light is turned on by the
motion sensor.
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Solar lighting is not designed to equal standard
120V lighting. The amount of light output is
reduced to allow the sun time to fully recharge
the battery between lighting cycles.
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Solar collection is only effective in direct
sunlight. Every hour the light is on requires a
minimum of 5 hours of sunlight charging.
MOUNTING LOCATION
The most important thing to remember for the
operation of your solar powered motion sensing light
is that it works from the power received from direct
sunlight. The solar panel works best when placed on
the southern-facing portion, or the highest point, of
a structure. The more direct sunlight the solar panel
receives in a day, the longer the light will operate.
Make sure there is a minimum amount of obstructions
between the solar panel and the sun.
Poor Position: Tree Blocks
Sunlgiht from Solar Panel
Good Position: Faces
south with no obstructions
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LIGHT FIXTURE
The main unit contains the LEDs, a motion sensor, and
rechargeable Nickel-metal hydride batteries. When
deciding where to mount this unit, keep in mind that
the motion sensor that activates the light has a “field
of vision” of 50 ft. (15 m) in front of the light and about
180° detection angle at a surrounding air temperature
of 77°F (25°C).
SOLAR PANEL
The solar panel converts the sun’s energy into
electricity, thus charging the battery stored in the solar
light fixture. The solar panel requires direct sunlight
falling onto its surface for as long as possible over the
course of the day.
The light fixture should be installed within easy reach
of the solar panel’s power cord. Additional 30 ft.
extension cords (sold separately) can be purchased
from Homedepot.com.
NOTE:
At high noon, adjust the solar panel so that it
faces the sun. During any time of year, this adjustment will
provide optimal positioning for collecting solar energy.
You can also angle the panel up by 50°, which should
provide for adequate exposure.
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