Luminar Outdoor Solar Lantern Assembly instructions
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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 3
Setup .......................................................... 4
Operation.................................................... 4
Maintenance............................................... 5
Parts List and Diagram............................... 6
Warranty ..................................................... 8
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Electrical products create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
2. Do not expose DC Adapter to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering an adapter
will increase the risk of electric shock.
3. Do not abuse the DC Adapter Power Cord.
Never use the Power Cord to carry the Adapter
or pull the Plug from a receptacle. Keep
the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged
Power Cords immediately. Damaged power
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Check for damaged parts.
Before using any product, any part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked to determine
that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for any broken or damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn
parts immediately. Do not use the Solar Lantern
if the switch does not turn on and off properly.
5. Position batteries in proper polarity and
do not install batteries of different types,
charge levels, or capacities together.
6. NiCd batteries must be disposed of or recycled
properly. Do not incinerate. Batteries may
burst, causing personal injury and/or property
damage. Contact your local hazardous waste
disposal authority for disposal or recycling.
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7. Replacement parts and accessories.
Have your product serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the warranty.
8. Keep children away. This product is not a toy. Do
not allow children to play with or near this item.
9. Use eye protection. Wear ANSI-
approved safety goggles when performing
maintenance on this product.
10. Maintain products with care. Keep
the Solar Lantern clean for better and
safer performance. Inspect the Lantern
periodically. If damaged, have it
repaired by a qualified technician.
11. Always unplug the DC Adapter Power
Cord from the power source before
performing any inspection, maintenance,
or cleaning procedures.
12. Do not set up the Solar Lantern if under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning
labels on prescriptions to determine if your
judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking
drugs. If there is any doubt, do not set up the Light.
13. Use as intended only.
14. WARNING: The cord of this product contains
lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP),
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
15. WARNING: This product contains di (2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate (DEHP), a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
16. Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement
17. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
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Specifications
Lamp 12 LED
Batteries 3 AA NiCd Rechargable
Solar Panel Amorphous Silicon
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Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the
following pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 6.
Battery Charging
Before the Solar Lantern can operate properly, the
batteries must be fully charged. To charge the batteries:
1. Turn the Solar Lantern OFF – the unit will charge
much faster if it is switched off while charging.
2. To charge using the Solar Panel, place the Lantern
in full, direct sunlight for an extended period.
3. To charge using the DC Adapter (26), remove the
Adapter from the storage compartment as follows:
a. Remove the Protective Cover (25) from the
bottom of the Lantern by pulling down.
b. Unscrew the Bottom Cover (5) from the base
of the Lantern and remove the DC Adapter.
c. Plug the Adapter into a 12 VDC accessory
power outlet and insert Adapter Cord into the
Charging Input on the underside of the Solar
Housing Assembly to charge the Lantern.
Note: If using an automobile 12 VDC
outlet, be aware that charging will use up
power and can drain the car battery.
d. After charging, replace the DC Adapter on
the Bottom Cover and thread the assembly
back onto the bottom of the Lantern.
e. Replace the Protective Cover.
Protective Cover
Bottom Cover
DC Adapter
Solar Panel
Figure A
Operation
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
1. Turn the rotary Power Switch Knob to the
ON position to illuminate the Lantern.
2. Turn the Power Switch Knob to the OFF
position to conserve power when done.
3. If the Solar Lantern stops working or is not
holding a charge, replace the batteries. Refer
to Battery Replacement on page 5.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn Power Switch to its “off” position and unplug the DC Adapter from its outlet
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
Inspection, Maintenance, and Cleaning
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the Lantern. Check for:
• loose hardware
• misalignment or binding of parts
• cracked or broken parts
• damaged electrical wiring
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces with
a clean, damp cloth. Never use abrasive
cleaners; a mild detergent may be used. Do
not submerge the Lantern in water or any
other liquid. Keep the Transparent Lens on
top of the Lantern clean for best results when
recharging batteries using the Solar Panel.
Battery Replacement
1. Turn the Solar Housing Assembly
slightly counterclockwise and remove
from the top of the Light Cover (4).
4. Remove old batteries and dispose of or
recycle them properly. Do not incinerate.
Contact your local hazardous waste disposal
authority for disposal or recycling.
5. Replace with new NiCd rechargeable batteries. The
polarity of the batteries is marked. Be careful of the
internal components and do not disturb the wires.
Figure B
Light Cover
LED Cover
Solar Housing
Assembly
Batteries
Battery
Cover
Figure C
2. Remove three Screws (19) from
the Battery Cover (8).
3. Carefully remove the Battery Cover with attached
LED Strip (18) and LED Cover (11) assembly.
Move the Battery Cover aside, being careful not
to disturb the wires and internal components.
6. Replace the Battery Cover and secure
in place with the three Screws.
7. Replace the Solar Housing Assembly and twist
clockwise onto the Light Cover to tighten.
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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
Parts List and Diagram
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Parts List
Part Description Qty
1Spring Terminal 2
2 Terminal 2
3 Transparent Lens 1
4 Light Cover 1
5 Bottom Cover 1
6 Base Cover 1
7 Handle 1
8 Battery Cover 1
9 PCB Board 1
10 Top Cover 1
11 LED Cover 1
12 O-Ring 1
13 AA Rechargable Battery 3
Part Description Qty
14 Reflector 1
15 Power Switch Knob 1
16 Screw 1
17 LED 12
18 Screw 3
19 LED Strip 1
20 Screw 4
21 Screw 1
22 Solar Panel 1
23 DC Adapter 1
24 Combination Terminal 1
25 Protective Cover (not shown) 1
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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