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Lens

Top Housing

Tabs

Top Housing

Battery

Battery 

Compartment Lid

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 tab on battery
compartment lid and remove the 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. Turn counter-
clockwise to lock in place.

NOTE:

This light utilizes L.E.D. (Light
Emitting Diode) technology. There are
no bulbs to replace.

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.

Cleaning

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.

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Summary of Contents for Modern Tier Light

Page 1: ...MODERN TIER LIGHT OWNER S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EXTRA LONG RUNNING SOLAR POWERED ACCENT LIGHTS INSTR_modern tier qxd 1 14 03 3 15 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...ght turns on automatically using the electricity stored during that day The number of hours the light 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 ...

Page 3: ...artially 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 a...

Page 4: ...ht 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 light receives durin...

Page 5: ... the life of the battery and cause the light to malfunction Clean regularly with a dampened cloth or paper towel Cleaning 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 wh...

Page 6: ... 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 Storage Tips If your solar light does not turn on at night it may be caused by one the following conditions Battery is not fully charged or needs replacement a Make sure your light is located in an area where the...

Page 7: ... 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 source Eliminate the other light source or relocate your solar lights 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 damp...

Page 8: ...f 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 th...

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