Brinkmann Solar Max 822-2507-8 User manual

TRADITIONAL TIER™OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EXTRA-LONG RUNNING SOLAR POWERED L.E.D. GARDEN ACCENT LIGHTS
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HOW YOUR TRADITIONAL TIER™
SOLAR-POWERED L.E.D. LIGHTS WORK
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SOLAR LIGHT.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT: The EPA Certified RBRC®Battery
Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
battery contained in our product indicates The
Brinkmann Corporation is voluntarily participating
in an industry program to collect and recycle
these batteries at the end of their useful life,
when taken out of service in the United States or
Canada. The RBRC®program provides a
convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd
batteries into the trash or the municipal waste
stream, which may be illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information
on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal
bans/restrictions in your area. The Brinkmann
Corporation’s involvement in this program is part
of our commitment to preserving our environment
and conserving our natural resources.
During the day, the solar panel converts sunlight
into electricity and recharges the battery. At
night, the light turns on automatically using the
electricity stored during that day.
The number of hours the light will stay on is
dependent on your geographical location, weather
conditions and seasonal lighting availability.
Solar lights do not receive as much direct
sunlight in winter months. Therefore, the
number of hours the light will stay on will be
reduced during winter.
BEFORE FIRST USE – Pull out to remove the clear plastic strip with orange
sticker in the light fixture to charge batteries.
Your new solar light’s rechargeable Ni-Cd battery is fully charged and ready
for use. Install the solar light in direct sunlight. For optimum performance, it
is best to charge the solar light for a FULL, SUNNY DAY. The light will turn on
automatically at night. The Ni-Cd rechargeable battery provides increased
brightness and stays on longer as it cycles over time (days and nights of
charging and discharging). The more direct sunlight that the light receives
during the day, the brighter and longer the light will stay on at night.
The rechargeable Ni-Cd battery must be allowed to fully charge to operate
properly. Partially charging the battery on a consistent basis will drastically
reduce the life of the battery.
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PARTS LIST:
Traditional Tier Light Head Fixture
Ground Stake
Ground Stake Tip
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
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Select a location with FULL, DIRECT
SUNLIGHT. Shady locations will not allow
the battery to charge fully and will reduce the
hours of nighttime light.
NOTE: The rechargeable Ni-Cd battery
must be allowed to fully charge to
operate properly. Partially
charging the battery on a
consistent basis will drastically
reduce the life of the battery.
The selected location should not be near a
nighttime light source such as a porch light
or street light, as these might keep the solar
lights from automatically turning on. The
solar lights should not be placed closer than
5 feet from one another. This could cause the
solar lights to flicker from the adjacent light
source.
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Step 1
Attach the ground stake to a ground stake
tip by screwing together. Push ground stake
tip fully into the ground.
NOTE: Ground can be softened by soaking area
with water first.
Step 2
Attach light head to ground stake by
screwing together. The photocell light
sensor should point away from other
nighttime light sources.
Step 3
For optimum performance, it is best to
charge the solar light for a FULL, SUNNY
DAY. The light will turn on automatically at
night. The Ni-Cd rechargeable battery
provides increased brightness and stays on
longer as it cycles over time (days and
nights of charging and discharging). The
more direct sunlight that the light receives
during the day, the brighter and longer the
light will stay on at night.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SOLAR LIGHT.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Top Housing
Lens
Battery
Changing Battery
Step 1
Remove lens from top housing by
turning lens clockwise.
Step 2
With top housing upside down (solar
panel facing down), push tab on battery
compartment lid and remove the lid.
Step 3
Remove battery. Replace with new
Ni-Cd rechargeable battery.
Step 4
Replace battery compartment lid.
Step 5
Attach the lens by aligning the tabs with
the slots in top housing. Turn
counter-clockwise to lock in place.
NOTE: These lights utilize L.E.D. (Light
Emitting Diode) technology. There
are no bulbs to replace.
Top Housing
Battery
Compartment Lid
It is important that the solar panel is kept free
of dirt and debris. A dirty solar panel will not
allow the battery to fully charge. This will
shorten the life of the battery and cause the
light to malfunction. Clean regularly with a
dampened cloth or paper towel.
Cleaning
Tabs
IMPORTANT: The EPA Certified RBRC®Battery Recycling
Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery contained in our
product indicates The Brinkmann Corporation is voluntarily
participating in an industry program to collect and recycle
these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out
of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC®
program provides a convenient alternative to placing used
Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal
in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery
recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. The Brinkmann Corporation’s
involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our
environment and conserving our natural resources.
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Solar lights can be left outside year round, even in cold weather. However, if you
wish to store your light indoors for more than two or three days, follow these steps
to prevent damage to rechargeable batteries:
• Store at room temperature in a dry location.
• Store solar light where it can receive some sunlight or room light each day.
The battery needs light to maintain a charge during storage.
• During prolonged storage, units must be fully discharged and charged once
every month or remove batteries and replace with new Ni-Cd rechargeable
batteries when ready for use. Check and replace batteries periodically
throughout the year.
• Do not store solar lights in a box, or a dark room without a source of light on
the solar panel. This will damage the batteries and prevent their ability to hold
a charge.
• For best performance, do not store for prolonged periods.
Storage Tips
If your solar light does not turn on at night, it may be caused by one the
following conditions:
• Battery is not fully charged or needs replacement:
a. Make sure your light is located in an area where the solar panel gets the
maximum amount of FULL, DIRECT SUNLIGHT every day.
b. If the weather has been cloudy or overcast during the day, the battery will
not be recharged for operation at night. The solar light must have direct
sunlight every day to fully charge the battery. If the solar light does not
receive enough sunlight one day, it will recharge the next sunny day and
resume normal operation.
c. Check and replace the battery periodically throughout the year, especially
after winter months. Replacement batteries may be purchased from The
Brinkmann Corporation Customer Service Department by calling
1-800-468-5252.
• Other light sources: If your solar lights are located too close to a street light,
Troubleshooting
Information
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• Clean snow and debris off the solar panel to allow battery to recharge.
• Check and replace battery periodically throughout the year, especially after
winter months.
Wintertime
Tips
Troubleshooting
Information (Continued)
porch light or another solar light, it may not turn on automatically at night.
The built-in photocell light sensor is reacting to the other light source.
Eliminate the other light source or relocate your solar lights.
• Dirty solar panel: A dirty solar panel will not allow the battery to fully charge.
This will shorten the life of the battery and cause the light to malfunction.
Clean regularly with a dampened cloth or paper towel.
After correcting the problem, check the light operation immediately after dark or in a
dark room. If the light will only operate for a short time, the battery needs recharging.
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140-2507-0
12/03
Owner’s Manual for Model
822-2507-8
For 2-years from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Traditional Tier solar light against defects due to
workmanship or materials to the original purchaser. The Brinkmann Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to the fol-
lowing guidelines:
• This warranty does not extend to the L.E.D. or battery.
• This warranty does not cover solar lights that have been altered or damaged due to: normal wear, abuse, improper maintenance,
improper use, disassembly of parts and/or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized employee of The Brinkmann
Corporation.
• This warranty does not cover surface scratches or weathering as this is considered normal wear.
• Warranty service is limited to repair or replacement of solar lights which prove defective under normal use and which upon
examination shall indicate to Brinkmann’s satisfaction, they are defective. If Brinkmann confirms the defect and approves the
claim, Brinkmann will elect to repair or replace the solar light as covered by the terms of this warranty.
• This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers.
The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain your sales
receipt or invoice. To obtain repair or replacement of your Traditional Tier solar light under the terms of this warranty, please call
Customer Service Department at 1-800-527-0717 for a Return Authorization Number and further instructions. A receipt or proof of
purchase will be required. Solar lights returned to Brinkmann must include your name, address and telephone number. Please make
sure the light is properly packed, postage prepaid, and insured. A Return Authorization Number must be clearly marked on the
outside of the box. Brinkmann cannot be responsible for any solar lights forwarded to us without a Return Authorization Number.
EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED, THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
2-YEARS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE TRADITIONAL
TIER SOLAR LIGHT TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED. CUSTOMER
ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY SET
OUT ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
©2003 The Brinkmann Corporation
Dallas, Texas 75244 U.S.A
www.brinkmanncorp.com
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