MPOWERD LUCI User manual

Luci® Base
Instruction
manual

Charging
Shine
•Press power button to turn unit on.
•1 click for low mode, 2 clicks for medium, 3
clicks for high, 4 clicks for flashing, 5 clicks
to turn off, or hold for 2 seconds at any time
to turn off.
Charge via solar
•With solar panel side up, place in direct
sunlight for up to 28 hours for a full charge.
•Press battery level indicator button at any
time to check battery level. See illustration
above for more info.
Charge via USB
•Insert the USB cord provided into the USB
port on the base panel, and then insert the
other end into a USB outlet for 5-6 hours.
•Ensure the cord is firmly in position and
check that the Battery Level Indicator lights
are flashing - this means it's charging.
Inflate
•Firmly pinch the 2-way valve and pull away
from base. This will do 50% of the inflating.
•Firmly pinch valve and blow into the nozzle
until fully inflated. Push in the valve, and
you’re all set!
Deflate
•Pull out the valve, firmly pinch valve and
simultaneously collapse towards the base.
•Gently twist the light as you deflate for a
flatter, more compact shape.
•Close tab on valve when fully deflated.
Charging devices
•To charge your device from the light,
simply insert your charging cable at the USB
end into the USB port on the light, and then
plug the other end of the cable into your
device. Power up!
How to use
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Getting to know Luci
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Power button
Battery level indicator
• 1 light = 0-20%
• 2 lights = 21-40%
• 3 lights = 41-60%
• 4 lights = 61-100%
Battery level indicator button
Built-in USB port
Solar panel
Adjustable base strap
Fixed top strap
2-way valve
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What's the difference between charging the light
via USB or the solar panel?
Speed! Charging via USB is ~6x faster than via solar
due to the input power. Whether charging via solar
or USB however, the outcome remains the same - a
full battery charge. Our advice is to charge via solar
for a natural source of power, but if you’re in a pinch,
charge via USB.
Can my light be left outside?
Yes! In fact, our products love being outside in the
open. Luci is durable and completely waterproof.
This means you don’t need to go running to bring
them in when it rains. Luci: 1, laundry: 0.
Can I charge a device and use my light simultaneously?
Yes, we love multi-taskers! You should be aware
though, that as you’re charging your device, you are
depleting the battery in the light. We recommend
checking the battery level of the light frequently
to make sure that you have enough charge to last
throughout your activity.
How much charge does my light retain when not in use?
Depending on the model, if your light is fully charged
and not in use, it should retain the charge for ~3
years. An unused light will only lose ~3% battery
per month. We specifically built these lights to be
reliable and ready for whenever you need them!
A. Lift cap to reveal port
B. Two-way USB port for charging the light,
or charging your devices
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USB Port
B
A
Frequently asked
questions
What is direct sunlight?
Direct sunlight means that the sun’s light is directly
hitting the solar panel. For example, if you were
standing outside under the sun with nothing
obstructing you and the sun, then you would be
in direct sunlight. If you were standing inside, you
would be getting indirect sunlight but no direct
rays from the sun. Solar panels always need direct
sunlight to charge. If in doubt, think of it this way; if
you were Luci and you were able to directly see the
sun, then you would be in direct sunlight!
It's cloudy, will my light still charge?
Yes, but it will charge at a slower rate than on a
bright, clear day. As your Luci charges via the red and
violet frequencies of visible light, the charge times
will vary based on the UV index or overcast skies.
Generally speaking, the higher the UV index, the
faster the charge.
Will my light charge under indoor lighting?
The sun generates significant red and violet
frequencies (which charge your Luci), whereas your
ordinary indoor lights emit a tiny fraction of that UV.
We recommend you go straight to the source and put
your Luci directly in the sunlight from a windowsill
or, for the best results, outside! Luci is durable and
completely waterproof.
Can I charge your products from my car dashboard?
We advise against charging on a car dashboard. On
a hot summer day, your car dashboard can reach
temperatures of up to 160ºF (71°C) which exceeds the
temperature limit of our products - 122°F (50°C).
We're here for you. For the full list of FAQs and
troubleshooting, go to mpowerd.com/faq.