MAXSA 44449 Quick reference guide

MAXS&BRIGHT Model#: 44449
motion-activated
100 LED SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ABOUT YOUR SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
During the day, the solar panel included with this MAXSA Solar Security Light
converts sunlight into electricity, recharging the pre-installed battery. Using this
stored energy, the 100 LED lights turn on automatically at night when motion is
detected. This MAXSA Solar Security Light has an adjustable TIME dial that allows
light duration of up to 60 seconds. When the battery is fully charged, this Solar
Security Light can light up for up to 2 hours, which is equivalent to 120 one-minute
cycles when the TIME dial is set to the maximum (+) position.
The battery included in this unit is a sealed lead-acid 6V, 4Ah rechargeable battery
and will need to be replaced when the charging ability is decreased. The battery
should last for approximately 3 years before it will need to be replaced.
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Carefully
remove
and
identify
all
the
parts
from
their
protective
packaging
and
'ay
them
out
in
front
of
you.
INCLUDED
PARTS:
4
screws
and
anchors
/
for
mounting
solar
panel
15
foot
power
cable
Light
cover
Motion
sensor
Solar
panel
angle
pivot
Solar
panel
mounting
bracket
Main
battery
unit
AUTO/OFF
switch
Duration
time
adjusting
knob
Motion
sensitivity
adjusting
knob
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Light
sensitivity
adjusting
knob
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Once
you
have
identified
all
parts,
connect
the
solar
panel
to
your
Solar
Security
Light
by
plugging
the
15
foot
cord
into
the
cord
attached
to
the
front
of
the
Solar
Security
Light.
Turn
and
twist
the
cords
while
pressing
firmly
together
until
they
are
attached
tightly.
Adjustment
dials
are
located
on
the
underside
of
the
motion
sensor.
Move
the
motion
sensor
to
allow
for
easier
access
to
the
controls.
Move
sensor
back
into
position
upon
completion.

CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR YOUR SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
This Solar Security Light comes complete with a solar panel attached to a 15
foot power cord. For optimum sun exposure and longer light output, place the
solar panel in a position that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Placing the solar panel in a shaded location will not allow the battery to charge
fully, reducing the number of hours the light will operate per evening. Ensure that
the solar panel is not placed near night time light sources such as porch lighting
or street lighting.
This Solar Security Light is ideal for areas where electricity is not available -
including driveways, carports, garages and entrance doors - for safety and
security around your home.
When deciding where to mount the light, keep in mind that the motion sensor has
a field of vision of 180° (horizontal) at a distance of 40 feet when the surrounding
temperature is 75F. The outside temperature will impact the detection distance.
HOW TO INSTALL YOUR SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
1. Mount the Security Light onto a solid surface, using the two (2) wood/sheet
metal screws supplied. You may mount the Security Light either vertically or
horizontally.
2. Use the four wood/sheet metal screws supplied to mount the solar panel onto
a solid surface. You can adjust the angle of the solar panel by gently rotating
the solar panel to a different locking position. Remember to face the panel
south for direct sunlight exposure.
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALL
Install simply with just a Phillips-head screwdriver!
BEFORE FIRST USE OF YOUR SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
1. Ensure the power switch on the main body of your Security Light is in the
OFF position. In this position, the solar panel will charge the battery without
activating the unit.
2. Leave the switch in the OFF position for 3 days with the solar panel placed
in direct sunlight. This will ensure that the battery in your Solar Security Light
has a full charge prior to motion sensor adjustment and normal operation.
OPERATING YOUR SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
After the initial 3 day charge of your Solar Security Light, move the switch on the
main body to the AUTO position. Your Solar Security Light is now ready for use.
Underneath the motion sensor, there are 3 adjustment dials: TIME/SENS/LUX.
The light has been factory preset as follows:
TIME- Set at 30 seconds.
SENS - Set at a 10 - 15 foot range (when the surrounding temperature is 75 F).
LUX- Set for your Security Light to activate at dusk when motion is detected.
If the above settings are not suitable for your application, then these may be
adjusted using the steps below.
TIME PERIOD ADJUSTMENT {TIME)
The time period control dial sets the duration of the light upon each activation that
the Solar Security Light will remain illuminated after the last detected motion. The
time period has an adjustable range of 10 seconds to 1 minute.
To decrease the time period, move the dial toward the (-) symbol.
To increase the ti.me period, move the dial toward the (+) symbol.
Test the time period by triggering the motion sensor and measure the time period
the light stays on. Adjust the TIME control until the desired illumination duration is
reached.
A shorter TIME setting will conserve battery life. For best results, use the shortest
TIME setting for your location as possible.

MOTION SENSOR ADJUSTMENT (SENS)
The motion sensor on this Solar Security Light is temperature-sensitive. The cooler
the temperature, the more sensitive the motion sensor will become. Use the SENS
dial to adjust the sensitivity of the motion sensor to compensate for environmental
temperature changes. The motion sensor is most sensitive when the SENS dial is
turned fully clockwise(+).
To decrease sensitivity, move the dial toward the (-) symbol.
To increase sensitivity, move the dial toward the (+) symbol.
To test the motion sensitivity, aim the sensor head toward the desired area. Set
the TIME dial to minimum (-) position and the LUX dial to the bright setting (0 ).
Walk slowly around the area of detection, changing your walking pace until the
light comes on. If light does not come on, you may need to adjust the angle of the
sensor unit. Make adjustments as needed until the desired level of sensitivity is
reached. Re-adjust the TIME and SENS dials when complete.
LIGHT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT (LUX)
The LUX dial controls the natural light level that triggers the Solar Security Light
and prevents the light from operating during daylight hours.
Your Solar Security Light comes preset for activation at dusk.
To adjust for activation in a brighter setting, move the dial toward bright ( 0)
To adjust for activation in a darker setting, move the dial toward dark () ).
REPLACING THE BATTERY
When the charging ability of the batteries decreases, you can replace the battery
with a new 6V, 4Ah lead acid battery. Follow the steps below when replacing the
battery.
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1. First remove the main unit from its mounted surface and unplug the solar
panel.
2. Move the power switch on the main body to the OFF position.
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3. Remove the four (4) screws on the back of the main unit that hold the halves
together.
4. Once the unit is open, carefully remove the two (2) brackets holding the battery
in p~ace by unscrewing the four (4) screws as indicated in the diagram above.
5. Carefully unplug the positive and negative cords.
6. Carefully remove the battery from its compartment and replace with a new 6V,
4Ah rechargeable lead acid battery. Ensure that the red cord is re-attached
to the red-colored battery terminal. (WARNING: Connecting these in the
opposite direction could damage the unit.)
7. Replace the two (2) brackets to hold the battery in place by using the four (4)
screws removed in step 4, taking care not to damage any cables.
B. Re-assemble the main unit by screwing the two (2) halves of the main body
together securely.
9. Once assembled, mount your Solar Security Light to its original surface
location.
10. Repeat the steps in the "Before first time use of your Solar Security Light"
section on page 4 to ensure your new battery is fully charged.
MAINTENANCE TIPS
The LED lights in your Solar Security Light will last up to 30,000 hours and should
never need replacement.
To keep your Solar Security Light looking new, keep the lens free of dust and
deposits by wiping occasionally with a dry cloth or with warm soapy water.
It is important that the solar panel is kept free of dirt and debris at all times. A dirty
solar panel will not allow the batteries to be fully charged. This will shorten the life
of the battery and may cause the light to malfunction.
STORAGE
If you wish to store your light indoors for more than two or three days, turn the
power switch to the OFF position to prevent damage to the batteries. Battery
capacity may be reduced during prolonged storage. For optimal performance, we
recommend that you do not store your Solar Security Light for prolonged periods
of time.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
SOLUTIONS
•
Ensure
that
the
power
switch
on
the
main
body
has
been
turned
to
the
AUTO
position.
•
Ensure
that
the
motion
sensor
has
been
positioned
to
face
oncoming
movement.
•
Ensure
that
the
battery
has
been
fully
charged
in
direct
sunlight
Light
will
not
for
3
sunny
days.
Refer
to
the
"Before
First
Use
of
Your
Solar
switch
on
Security
Light"
section
on
page
4.
when
there
is
•
Check
to
see
that
the
solar
panel
is
facing
south
so
that
it
movement
in
receives
direct
sunlight
for
most
of
the
day,
enabling
the
the
detection
battery
to
fully
charge.
area.
•
Check
to
see
that
the
LUX
control
has
not
been
set
too
far
towards
()
).
Setting
the
LUX
control
too
far
towards
())
will
cause
the
Solar
Security
Light
to
turn
on
only
in
complete
darkness.
•
Check
to
see
that
the
motion
sensor
is
not
near
night
time
light
sources
such
as
street
lights.
Light
switches
•
The
LUX
control
may
be
set
too
far
towards
the
(
0)
position.
on
during
the
day.
•
Reposition
the
motion
sensor.
•
The
SENS
control
may
be
set
too
far
towards
the
(
+)
position.
•
Moving
trees,
traffic,
pets
or
birds
may
be
getting
in
the
area
of
Light
switches
detection.
This
may
be
unavoidable,
however
the
sensor
could
on
for
no
be
redirected
to
a
height
where
this
is
less
likely
to
occur.
apparent
•
If
there
are
reflective
objects
in
the
detection
area
such
as
reason.
windows,
water,
or
white
walls,
you
may
need
to
redirect
or
possibly
reposition
the
motion
sensor.
•
Test
the
motion
sensor
by
covering
it
completely
with
cardboard
and
waiting
several
minutes
to
make
sure
it
does
not
detect
motion.
If
the
light
still
switches
on,
please
contact
MAXSA
for
further
assistance.
Light
quickly
•
Battery
charge
may
be
low.
Turn
the
power
switch
to
the
OFF
position
and
charge
the
battery
for
three
(3)
sunny
days
with
flashes
on
and
the
solar
panel
placed
in
direct
sunlight.
off.
•
Move
the
LUX
control
more
to
the
(0)
position.
Light
is
not
•
Battery
charge
may
be
low.
Turn
the
power
switch
to
the
OFF
as
bright
as
position
and
charge
the
battery
for
three
(3)
sunny
days
with
normal.
the
solar
panel
placed
in
direct
sunlight.
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