Silicon CPV plc
Akhter House, Perry Road, Harlow, Essex, CM18 7PN, UK
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause and Solution
Light fails to come on
in test mode
Battery pack may be low and needs
replacement.
Light fails to come on
in normal operate
mode
It may not be dark enough.
Check Test mode operation.
Light comes on but is
very bright
The system has been reset. The SHIP mode or
TEST mode has been selected then set to ON.
The light is going through its first night learning
curve. Leave 2-3 days until it adapts to the
conditions.
Light comes on but is
very dim
The energy captured during the daylight hours
was small, therefore the LED output is held low
for the night-time duration. Check after a few
days to confirm light output has increased.
Light comes on
during the daylight
hours
Switch the mode selection to SHIP mode then
ON mode. Check light operates correctly.
Light comes at dusk
but does not stay on
for the night period
If the light is bright then the light may be going
through its “First Night” condition. Please leave
for 2-3 days and re-check the operation.
Communication with
the light fails
If the light is fully functioning then this indicates
a possible fault with the street light controller.
Switch the mode selection to SHIP mode then
ON mode and re-check the communication.
