HAMPTON BAY 32300-008-4pk User manual

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4-PACK SOLAR PATHWAY LIGHTS
Item # 1007 999 134
Model # 32300-008-4pk
USE AND CARE GUIDE
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents................................................................ 2
Safety Information............................................................... 2
Warranty.................................................................................2
Pre-Installation..................................................................... 3
Planning Installation.........................................................3
How Solar Works..............................................................3
Package Contents............................................................3
Installation............................................................................. 4
Maintenance......................................................................... 5
Replacing the Battery...................................................... 5
Care and Cleaning...............................................................6
Troubleshooting...................................................................6
Safety Information
Please read and understand the instructions in this
entire manual before installing these solar lights.
WARNING: Only use NiMh rechargeable batteries
with these solar lights. Do not mix battery types.
WARNING: Do not open, short circuit, or mutilate
batteries as injury may occur. Batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly.
Warranty
The manufacturer warrants this product to be free for one (1) year against any defects that are due to faulty materials or
workmanship. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal use
and service. If this product is found to be defective, the manufacturer’s only obligation, and your exclusive remedy, is the
repair or replacement of the product at the manufacturer’s discretion, provided that the product has not been damaged
through misuse, abuse, accident, modifications, alterations, neglect, or mishandling. This warranty shall not apply to any
product that is found to have been improperly installed, set up, or used in any way not in accordance with the
instructions supplied with the product. This warranty shall not apply to a failure of the product as a result of an accident,
misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, or faulty installation or any other failure not relating to faulty workmanship. This
warranty shall not apply to the finish on any portion of the product, such as surface and/or weathering, as this is
considered normal wear and tear. The manufacturer does not warrant and specifically disclaims any warranty, whether
expressed or implied, or fitness for a particular purpose, other than the warranty contained herein. The manufacturer
specifically disclaims any liability and shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental loss or damage, including any
labor/expense costs involved in the replacement or repair of said product.
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Pre-Installation
PLANNING INSTALLATION
Compare all parts in the package with the Package Contents list. Verify that all parts are included and that there is no
damage. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the Customer Service Team at 1-855-HD-HAMPTON or visit
www.HamptonBay.com.
Choose an installation location where direct sunlight can be absorbed onto the face of the solar panel for as many hours
as possible throughout the day. Shadows cast by homes, trees, and structures will restrict the charging of the batteries
and affect the total hours of operation of the lights.
NOTE: The batteries come pre-charged but
some discharge may happen during storage or
transit.
HOW SOLAR WORKS
During daylight hours, the sun will charge the batteries in the solar panel and the lights will turn on at dusk. Light output
depends upon how much light the solar panel receives. Position the solar panel so that it receives maximum sunlight. If
there are streetlights or other lighting that could shine directly into or near the solar panel, these lights may trigger the
light sensor and the lights may turn off. The solar panel must sense darkness to operate.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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Part Description Quantity
A Solar light
B Pole
C Ground stake
D AA 1.2V 700 mAh NiMh
rechargeable battery (preinstalled)
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Installation
1Assembling the solar lights 2Preparing the solar panels
□Insert the bottom of the solar light (A) into the top
of the pole (B).
□Remove the ground stake (C) from the bottom of
the pole (B).
□Insert the top of the ground stake (C) into the
bottom of the pole (B).
□Repeat this step for each solar light (A), pole (B),
and ground stake (C).
NOTE: To allow each battery to reach full capacity
and perform correctly, pull out the plastic tab and
place the solar light in full sunlight for the first 12
hours. Failure to do so can shorten the life of the
battery or operation of the light. On cloudy or rainy
days it may take several days for the batteries to fully
charge.
NOTE: To protect the solar panel from damage, do
not use force during assembly. Keep the plastic
shades in the packaging until you need to install
them.
□Twist off the top of the solar light (A) and remove
the tab from the battery compartment (1) located
on the underside of the solar panel top.
□Twist the top of the solar light back on.
□Repeat these steps for each solar light.
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Installation (continued)
3Installing the solar lights
NOTE: Do not use a hammer to install the ground
stakes. This could cause damage to the solar lights.
□Prepare a hole in the ground for each solar light.
Use a tool such as a screwdriver to prepare the
installation hole to ensure that the hole is not larger
than the ground stake (C).
□Insert the solar light assembly into the prepared
hole.
Maintenance
REPLACING THE BATTERY
WARNING: Only use NiMh rechargeable batteries
with these solar lights. Do not mix battery types.
CAUTION: Do not use a smaller mAh battery as it
will affect performance. Larger mAh batteries are
acceptable. Ensure you have positioned the
batteries with the correct polarity (+) and (-).
NOTE: Battery performance is affected by weather
and temperature. Expect reduced performance in
adverse conditions of cold, extreme cold, extreme
heat, plus humidity and dampness.
Twist off the top of the solar light assembly and remove the battery cover.
Remove the old batteries and clean the battery contacts on the new batteries and the solar lights.
Replace with new AA 1.2V 700 mAh NiMh rechargeable batteries.
Replace the battery cover.
Twist the top of the solar head back onto the top of the solar light assembly.
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Care and Cleaning
□It is recommended that solar lights not be used in freezing conditions. Monitor weather and take solar items
indoors for storage as needed. Keep snow or other buildup off the solar panels so that the batteries are able to
recharge.
□Remove batteries from equipment that will not be used for an extended period of time.
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The solar lights do not
come on.
Check to ensure there are no obstructions over the top of the solar panel.
Check to ensure that the batteries are installed correctly and there is nothing blocking
the battery terminals from making contact.
Check to ensure the solar panel is positioned to sense both daylight and night time. If
bright lights shine near or into the solar panel, these lights may trigger the light sensor
and the lights may turn off. Bright lights can act like daylight and keep the system from
starting.
Batteries may need to be changed and vary by use, temperature, weather conditions,
and heat. Replace the batteries with the exact same type of rechargeable batteries.
Ensure the batteries are fully charged. It is important to charge the batteries for 12 hours
in full sun before usage. Cloudy or rainy days may require a longer charging time.
In some cases, you may have to open the battery compartment and position the batteries
correctly between metal clips as some dislodging may occur during the shipment. Also
ensure the correct polarity (+) and (-).
Cloudy or rainy days generate far less charge on the solar panel and thus fewer hours of
operation. Prolonged cloudy or rainy days can affect performance dramatically.

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