Defiant DFI-0654-WH User manual

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USE AND CARE GUIDE
MOTION SECURITY LIGHT
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Model #DFI-0654-WH

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Table of Contents
Safety Information ..................................2
Precautions ......................................2
Warranty ..........................................2
1-Year Limited Warranty ............................2
Pre-Installation.....................................3
Planning Installation ...............................3
Product Description ................................3
Initial Battery Charge ...............................3
Mounting Location .................................3
Solar Light Fixture .................................3
Solar Panel.......................................3
Specications ....................................4
Tools Required ....................................4
Hardware Included.................................4
Package Contents .................................5
Installation ........................................6
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Maintenance ......................................12
Care And Cleaning .................................12
Troubleshooting ...................................13
Safety Information
PRECAUTIONS
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to
assemble, install, or operate this light xture.
□This light xture should be installed outdoors to a wall or eave.
□The light xture should be mounted approximately 8 ft. (2.4 m)
above the ground.
□Do not cut the solar panel wire. Discontinue use if the wire
becomes frayed or broken.
□Do not immerse components in liquid.
□Do not use any other charging device other than the single solar
charging panel provided with this light. Doing so may result in
injury or damage to the light and voids any warranty.
□Position the cord so that it is securely fastened and will not
result in a hazard (such as tripping).
□The maximum extension cord length to use with this product is
60 ft.
NOTE: A 30 ft. extension cord is available for this product
at HOMEDEPOT.COM.
WARNING: To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, never allow small children near batteries. If a
battery is swallowed, immediately notify a doctor.
WARNING: DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE.
BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
NOTICE: When replacing batteries, recycle used batteries or
dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
Warranty
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
This product is guaranteed to be free of factory defective parts and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of purchase. Purchase
receipt is required for all warranty claims.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This guarantee does not include repair service, adjustment and calibration due to misuse, abuse or negligence. Unauthorized service
or modication of the product or of any furnished component will void this warranty in its entirety. This warranty does not include
reimbursement for inconvenience, installation, setup time, loss of use, unauthorized service, or return shipping charges. This warranty is not
extended to other equipment and components that a customer uses in conjunction with this product.
No service parts available for this product.
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Pre-Installation
PLANNING INSTALLATION
Before installing the light xture, 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 xture.
Estimated installation time: 30 minutes
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This light operates from a battery charged from a solar panel. If
the Lithium Ion battery voltage runs down to 3.6V, the light will
automatically switch to ECO mode and dim down to reserve battery
for a longer run time. When the solar panel has recharged the
Lithium battery and voltage above 3.7V, the light will automatically
switch back to AUTO mode, and normal brightness.
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.
When installing the solar panel, make sure it is aimed as
described below with a minimum amount of obstructions.
Please mount the panel facing toward the southern sky. An
extended solar panel cord is available at Homedepot.com.
□PRIOR TO USE, the battery will require 2 to 3 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. If the solar panel cannot be aimed toward
the South, then tilt the panel approximately 30°. Another
option is to add an extension cord (excluded in the package)
available at Homedepot.com.
□Actual operating time will vary depending upon how
frequently the light is turned on by the motion sensor.
□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.
□Solar collection is only effective in direct sunlight. Every hour
the light is on requires a minimum of 6 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.
Poor Position: Tree Blocks
Sunlgiht from Solar Panel
Good Position: Faces
south with no obstructions
South South
SOLAR LIGHT FIXTURE
The main unit contains the LEDs, a motion sensor, and a
rechargeable Lithium battery. When deciding where to mount this
unit, keep in mind that the motion sensor that activates the light
has a “eld 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 xture. The solar
panel requires direct sunlight falling onto the face of the solar
panel for as long as possible over the course of the day.
When choosing the location for the solar panel, make sure it is
aimed toward the South and is tilted to a suitable angle to allow as
much direct sunlight to fall upon it as possible. Make sure there is
a minimum amount of obstructions between the solar panel and
the sun.
Also, make sure your solar panel location is not too far away from
the solar light xture for the wires to reach and connect.
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 45°, which should
provide for adequate exposure.
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Pre-Installation (continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
Range Up to 50 ft. (15 m) (Varies with surrounding temperature)
Sensing angle Up to 180°
Lumens Solar Power: 1000 LM
Power requirements Solar panel and rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride Batteries
Operating modes Off and Auto
Time delay 1 minute to 5 minutes
TOOLS REQUIRED
Safety goggles Phillips
screwdriver Level
Drill Bits
(3/32 in. and 7/32 in.) Drill Ladder
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
AA BB CC DD EE
Part Description Quantity
AA Mounting plate 1
BB Base screw 1
CC Mounting screws 6
DD Anchors 6
EE Mounting bolts 2

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Pre-Installation (continued)
PACKAGE CONTENTS
D
B
A
G
C
F
E
H
Part Description Quantity
A Lamp head 2
B Light xture 1
C Motion sensor 1
D Power button 1
E Solar panel 1
F Solar panel cradle 1
GExtendable cord (pre-assembled to light xture (B)) 1
H Extendable cord (pre-assembled to solar panel (F)) 1

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Installation
1 Determining the mounting location
NOTE: The light xture should be mounted approximately
8 ft. (2.4 m) above the ground.
NOTE: Ensure the xture and the solar panel are located
close enough together for the cord to reach. You can also
add on an extension cord. Ensure the solar panel faces
South.
□Determine the mounting location - wall or eave mount.
□Position the lamp head (A) in the general direction of the
desired light coverage.
Wall Mount Eave Mount
Incorrect
A
2 Setting the sensor for wall or eave
mounting
NOTE: Adjust the sensor angle to a coverage desired.
□For wall mounting, tilt the sensor (C) down 10 degrees to
cover up to a 50 ft. range in front.
□For eave mounting, turn the sensor (C) either clockwise or
counterclockwise to the desired position.
C
C

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3 Installing the mounting plate
NOTE: Make sure there is enough vertical space above the
mounting plate to allow the light xture to be mounted.
Place the mounting plate (AA) against the mounting surface and
ensure the mounting plate (AA) is level. Mark the hole locations
on the mounting surface, through which the mounting screws (CC)
will be threaded.
□If mounting to a wooden surface, drill two 3/32 in. holes
into the mounting surface. Install the two mounting screws
(CC) through the mounting plate (AA) and into the mounting
surface.
□If mounting to wall board or brick, drill two 7/32 in. holes
into the mounting surface. Insert the wall anchors (DD) and
attach the mounting plate (AA) using the two mounting
screws (CC).
DD
AA
CC
4 Mounting the light xture
□Slide the rear of the light xture (B) onto the mounting
plate (AA) until it snaps into place.
□Secure the xture in place on the mounting plate using the
mounting bolts (EE).
AA
B
A
A
B
EE

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Installation (continued)
5 Mounting the solar panel
RECOMMENDED: Caulk around the base and on top of
the screw heads after installation
Place the solar base (F) against the mounting surface and mark the
mounting holes.
□If mounting to a wooden surface, drill four 3/32 in. holes
into the mounting surface. Install the four mounting screws
(CC) through the solar panel base (F) and into the mounting
surface.
□If mounting to wall board or brick, drill four 7/32 in. holes
into the mounting surface. Insert the wall anchors (DD) and
attach the solar panel base (F) using the four mounting
screws (CC).
□Once the solar panel base (F) has been installed, position
the solor panel (E) above it, adjusting the direction and
angle of the panel to its desired position to receive optimal
sunlight.
□Place the panel (E) into the base (F) and use the base
screw (BB) to secure the panel (E) in place on the base (F).
F
CC
DD
E
F
BB
6 Adjusting the solar panel
IMPORTANT: The solar panel (E) must receive as much
direct sunlight over the course of the day as possible. Keep
in mind that shadows may block the sunlight from reaching
the solar panel (E) during the day.
□Rotate the solar panel (E) to the desired angle.
E
7 Connecting the solar panel to the
light xture
□Carefully connect the solar panel (E) cable to the light
xture (B). Screw the caps on the plugs rmly.
□Wrap any excess solar panel cable around the base (F)
located on the rear of the solar panel (E). Leave enough
loose cable to form a drip loop.
IMPORTANT: Push the switch to the OFF position and
allow the battery to charge with 2 to 3 days of full sunshine
before testing.
E
F
B

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Operation
1 Adjusting the lamp heads
□If needed, gently grasp the lamp heads (A) and tilt them up
or down or side-to-side to adjust the light coverage area
A
2 Using the OFF Control
□Press the power button (D) to turn the light (B) off and to
conserve the battery life.
NOTE: Pushing the button in turns the light (B) ON (AUTO
mode). Pushing again so that the power button is out and
extended turns the light OFF.
D
B

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Operation (continued)
3 Testing the light
NOTE: It is recommended that the light be tested before
being placed in regular operation.
Remember to set the switch from TEST to MOTION after
testing the light.
NOTE: Testing the unit indoors or lower than 7 ft. from
the ground may not enable the light to work optimally
when mounted into its nal outdoor position.
NOTE: With the Power button (D) in the OFF position,
allow the unit to charge in direct sunlight for at least 6
hours before testing, or placing into normal operation.
Before placing the light in normal operation (Motion mode), it is
best to test the light LEDs and motion sensor. Here is the process
or doing so:
□Activate the light by pressing the Power button (D) to the
ON position.
□Switch the Motion/Test switch to ‘Test’. The light will turn
ON, and stay on continuously for 1 minute. Use this time to
adjust the LED light heads to where you would like them to
shine when motion is detected.
□After the rst minute, the light will turn OFF, but will
activate for 5 seconds every time motion is detected. Use
this time to adjust the motion sensor (C) to where you want
the light to detect motion and activate. While the switch
is in ‘Test’ mode, the light will continue to activate in 5
second intervals.
□When nished with these adjustments, switch back to
‘Motion’, and the light will go into normal operation.
Depending on your LUX setting and time of day, the light
may turn OFF until it’s dark enough to activate.
D
B
C
4 Reading the indicator light
□The indicator light is located below the motion sensor (C),
and shows the basic status of the light.
□If the indicator light ickers RED, the sensor is detecting
motion. This is an indication that the motion sensor is
working, even if the LED light heads are not activating.
□If the indicator light is GREEN, the batteries are charging.
This is an indication that the batteries are not depleted,
and the transfer of solar energy to the rechargeable
batteries is working.
C

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Operation (continued)
5 Adjusting the light timer
NOTE: The TIME dial controls the amount of time the
light (B) will stay on full brightness after motion has been
detected. The timer is adjustable from 30 to 90 seconds.
□To increase the time, turn the TIME dial towards the 90
second position.
□To decrease the time, turn the TIME dial towards the 30
second position.
6 Adjusting the LUX
NOTE: Adjust the setting of the environmental light
brightness to trigger the auto dusk-to-dawn photocell.
□To turn on the light in a very dark area, turn the LUX dial
towards the “L” position.
□To turn on the light during daylight, turn the LUX dial
towards the “H” position.
LUX
M
HL
Automatically turns
ON when it’s dark.
M
HL
LUX
Automatically turns
ON just after sunset.
M
HL
LUX
Automatically turns
ON late in the day.
7 Adjusting the sensitivity
NOTE: The SENS dial adjusts the sensitivity of the motion
sensor.
□To increase sensitivity, and increase the sensor range up to
50 ft., turn the SENS dial towards the “H” position.
□To decrease sensitivity, and reduce the sensor range, turn
the SENS dial towards the “L” position.
L (Low)
Least sensitive setting.
Good for stairs, door coverage.
Low energy usage.
Good for small yards,
garages and patios
Detect motion up to 50 ft. away.
Good for large yards, open areas.
High energy usage.
M (Medium) H (High)Sens
Wall

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Maintenance
When the pre-installed, rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride batteries have reached the end of their useful life, they can be easily replaced.
Disconnect the light from the solar panel, and unmount from its position, placing the light on a sturdy surface. Unscrew and remove the
back panel to access the batteries. Remove the batteries from the cradle, and disconnect the plug that attaches it to the light circuit board.
Connect the new batteries at the plug, and place the batteries back in position. Replace the rear cover, screwing it securely into position.
Remount the light, connect the solar panel, and follow the installation instructions. Please properly dispose of the depleted Nickel-metal
Hydride batteries.
Care and Cleaning
□To prolong the original appearance, clean the light xture with clear water and a soft, damp cloth only.
□Periodically clean the solar panel with a soft cloth and warm water. Do not hose spray. Keep the panel clear of snow and leaves. Make
sure trees and other objects do not block sunlight from the panel.
□Do not use paints, solvents, or other chemicals on this light xture. They could cause a premature deterioration of the nish. This is not
a defect in the nish and will not be covered by the warranty.
□Do not spray the light xture with a hose or power washer.
□If not to be used for several weeks, turn the unit OFF. Store it with the panel connected and where the panel can gather sunlight.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The light will not turn ON. The power button is OFF. Turn on the light.
The battery has run down. Recharge the battery in the sunlight.
The extension cord between the solar
panel and light xture is longer than 60 ft.
Connect to a shorter extension cord, or reposition the
solar panel closer to light xture.
The battery is dead. Replace with new rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride
batteries.
The solar panel is not positioned correctly. Adjust the panel angle to face southward for sufcient
and direct sunlight.
The solar panel location is not optimal. The solar panel must face South and have clear exposure
to the sun. If the panel cord is not long enough, an
extension is available at Homedepot.com.
The motion sensor position is not optimal. Adjust the SENS dial between "Low-Medium-High"
accordingly.
Other surrounding light sources are
triggering the photocell.
Adjust the LUX setting to compensate for other light
sources such as street lamps and house lights.
Surrounding air temperature is greater
than 122°F (50°C) or less than -4°F
(-20°C).
The light will operate normally within the specied
temperature range.
The green indicator light
continues to ash but the light
does not turn ON.
There is a program error. Disconnect the battery and reconnect to perform a reset.
The light appears dimmer than
normal.
The rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride
batteries are low and the unit switches to
ECO mode automatically.
□When the battery is charged back to 3.7V, the light
will quit ECO mode and return to normal brightness.
□Adjust the TIME dial to a smaller amount of time to
help save battery.
The light turns ON during the day. The light is mounted in a dark location. □Adjust the LUX dial towards "L".
□If still malfunctioning, relocate the light to a location
away from shadows.
The light appears to “strobe” or
ash.
The battery is low. Turn OFF the light and charge the battery by direct
sunlight.
Check if any surrounding light source
illuminates or reects ambient light
towards the motion sensor.
Remove surrounding light sources that affect the motion
sensor, or relocate the light to ensure no light reects
onto the motion sensor.
There is a program error. Turn OFF the light for 10 seconds. Turn ON thereafter.

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