Brinkmann Mini Post Light 822-2500-2 User's Manual
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1. INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 1 BRINKMANN ENDURA BoA MAX EXTRA LONG RUNNING SOLAR POWERED ACCENT LIGHTS MINI POST LIGHT OWNER S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS lt LL M Me E i INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 2 HOW YOUR MINI POST LIGHT SOLAR POWERED L E D LIGHTS WORK A READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SOLAR LIGHT SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IMPORTANT The EPA Certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel cadmium Ni Cd battery contained in our product indicates The Brinkmann Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life when taken out of service in the United States or Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream which may be illegal in your area Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area The Brinkmann Corporation s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources During the day the solar panel converts sunlight into electricity and recharges the battery At night the light turns on automati cally using the electricity stored during that day The number of hours the l2. PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES S0 THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE 140 2500 2 Owner s Manual for Model 12 03 822 2500 2
3. he following conditions Battery is not fully charged or needs replacement a Make sure your light is located in an area where the solar panel gets the maximum amount of FULL DIRECT SUNLIGHT every day b If the weather has been cloudy or overcast during the day the battery will not be recharged for operation at night The solar light must have direct sunlight every day to fully charge the battery If the solar light does not receive enough sunlight one day it will recharge the next sunny day and resume normal operation c Check and replace the battery periodically throughout the year especially after winter months Replacement batteries may be purchased from The Brinkmann Corporation Customer Service Department by calling 1 800 468 5252 INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 7 Other light Sources If your solar lights are located too close to a street Troubleshooting light porch light or another solar light it may not turn on automatically at night The built in photocell light sensor is reacting to the other light Information source Eliminate the other light source or relocate your solar lights Continued Dirty solar panel A dirty solar panel will not allow the battery to fully charge This will shorten the life of the battery and cause the light to malfunction Clean regularly with a dampened cloth or paper towel After correcting the problem check the light operation immediately after dark or in a da
4. he battery to charge fully and will reduce the hours of nighttime light NOTE The rechargeable Ni Cd battery must be allowed to fully charge to operate properly Partially charging the battery on a consistent basis will drastically reduce the life of the battery The selected location should not be near a nighttime light source such as a porch light or street light as these might keep the solar lights from automatically turning on The solar lights should not be placed closer than 5 feet from one another This could cause the solar lights to flicker from the adjacent light source INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SOLAR LIGHT SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Assembly Step 1 Attach the ground stake to a pointed jet connector Push approximately 3 of the ground stake into the ground NOTE Ground can be softened by soaking area with water first Step 2 Insert light head into ground stake The photocell light sensor should point away from other nighttime light sources Step 3 For optimum performance it is best to charge the solar light for a FULL SUNNY DAY The light will turn on automatically at night The Ni Cd rechargeable battery provides increased brightness and stays on longer as it cycles over time days and nights of charging and discharging The more direct sunlight that the
5. ight will stay on is dependent on your geographical location weather conditions and seasonal lighting availability Solar lights do not receive as much direct sunlight in winter months Therefore the number of hours the light will stay on will be reduced during winter BEFORE FIRST USE Pull out to remove the clear plastic strip with orange sticker in the light fixture to charge batteries Your new solar light s rechargeable Ni Cd battery is fully charged and ready for use Install the solar light in direct sunlight For optimum performance it is best to charge the solar light for a FULL SUNNY DAY The light will turn on automatically at night The Ni Cd rechargeable battery provides increased brightness and stays on longer as it cycles over time days and nights of charging and discharging The more direct sunlight that the light receives during the day the brighter and longer the light will stay on at night The rechargeable Ni Cd battery must be allowed to fully charge to operate properly Partially charging the battery on a consistent basis will drastically reduce the life of the battery INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged PARTS LIST 1 Mini Post Light Head Fixture 2 Ground Stake 3 Connector w Point Select a location with FULL DIRECT SUNLIGHT Shady locations will not allow t
6. light receives during the day the brighter and longer ABUHMORIALAIMIO the light will stay on at night V INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 5 our product indicates The Brinkmann Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life when taken out of service in the United States or Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream which may be illegal in your area Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area The Brinkmann Corporation s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources Top Housing d Tabs SSSSSRQDUUDODLU VEI E 1111100000 Battery Compartment Lid Battery o o Top Housing Changing Battery Step 1 Remove lens from top housing by turning lens clockwise Step 2 With top housing upside down solar panel facing down push battery compartment tab and lift off battery compartment lid Step 3 Remove battery Replace with new Ni Cd rechargeable battery Step 4 Replace battery compartment lid Step 5 Attach the lens by aligning the tabs with the slots in top housing Tur
7. n counter clockwise to lock in place NOTE These lights utilize L E D Light Emitting Diode technology There are no bulbs to replace Cleaning It is important that the solar panel is kept free of dirt and debris A dirty solar panel will not allow the battery to fully charge This will shorten the life of the battery and cause the light to malfunction Clean regularly with a dampened cloth or paper towel INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 6 Solar lights can be left outside year round even in cold weather However if you wish to store your light indoors for more than two or three days follow these steps to prevent damage to rechargeable batteries Storage Tips Troubleshooting Information Store at room temperature in a dry location Store solar light where it can receive some sunlight or room light each day The battery needs light to maintain a charge during storage During prolonged storage units must be fully discharged and charged once every month or remove batteries and replace with new Ni Cd rechargeable batteries when ready for use Check and replace batteries periodically throughout the year Do not store solar lights in a box or a dark room without a source of light on the solar panel This will damage the batteries and prevent their ability to hold a charge For best performance do not store for prolonged periods If your solar light does not turn on at night it may be caused by one t
8. rk room If the light will only operate for a short time the battery needs recharging Clean snow and debris off the solar panel to allow battery to recharge Wintertime Check and replace battery periodically throughout the year especially Tips after winter months INSTR minipost stake qxd 1 8 04 3 16 S Page 8 2003 The Brinkmann Corporation Dallas Texas 75244 www brinkmanncorp com 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For 1 year from date of purchase The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Mini Post Light solar light against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser The Brinkmann Corporation s obligations under this warranty are limited to the following guidelines This warranty does not extend to the L E D or battery This warranty does not cover solar lights that have been altered or damaged due to normal wear abuse improper maintenance improper use disassembly of parts and or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized employee of The Brinkmann Corporation This warranty does not cover surface scratches or weathering as this is considered normal wear Warranty service is limited to repair or replacement of solar lights which prove defective under normal use and which upon examination shall indicate to Brinkmann s satisfaction they are defective If Brinkmann confirms the defect and approves the claim Brinkmann will elect to repair or replace the solar light as covered by the terms of thi
9. s warranty This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase Therefore we strongly recommend that you retain your sales receipt or invoice To obtain repair or replacement of your Mini Post Light solar light under the terms of this warranty please call Customer Service Department at 1 800 527 0717 for a Return Authorization Number and further instructions A receipt or proof of purchase will be required Solar lights returned to Brinkmann must include your name address and telephone number Please make sure the light is properly packed postage prepaid and insured A Return Authorization Number must be clearly marked on the outside of the box Brinkmann cannot be responsible for any solar lights forwarded to us without a Return Authorization Number EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE MINI POST LIGHT SOLAR LIGHT TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE
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