6
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
The nightly run time
is shorter.
1. Battery is not fully charged.
2. Battery is reaching the end of its
life.
1. Place the solar light in an area
where it can receive the
maxiumum amount of full, direct
sunlight everyday.
2. Replace the old battery with a
fresh one.
Solar light does not
turn on at night.
1. Solar light is installed close to other
light sources.
1. Relocate the solar light.
Or eliminate other light sources.
• For optimum performance, it is best to install the solar lights in full sunlight and charge for 10-12
hours. Allow the light to run at least 8-12 entire charging and discharging cycles to reach battery’s
maximum capacity.
• Keep debris and snow off the solar panel to allow the battery to recharge.
• If lights have been covered by snow for a long time, allow batteries to recharge in full, direct
sunlight for at least 10-12 hours so they can maintain maximum capacity.
