Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 4
Setup .......................................................... 4
SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP
Operation .................................................... 6
Maintenance ............................................... 9
Parts List and Diagram .............................. 11
Warranty .................................................... 12
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1. Keep installation area clean.
Cluttered areas invite accidents.
2. Observe installation area conditions. Keep
work area well lit during installation.
3. Check for damaged parts. Before using
any product, any part that appears damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for any broken or damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn
parts immediately. Do not use the Security Light
if any switch does not turn on and off properly.
4. Replacement parts and accessories. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the warranty.
5. Check hardware and assembled parts
after assembling. All connections should
be tight and hardware tightened.
6. Keep children away. Mount the Light, Solar
Panel, and Cord out of children’s reach.
7. Dress properly. Protective, electrically non-
conductive clothes and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working with the Solar
Powered Security Light. Wear restrictive
hair covering to contain long hair.
8. Use eye protection. Wear ANSI-approved impact
safety goggles when setting up this product.
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9. Maintain products with care. Keep the Solar
Powered Security Light clean for better and safer
performance. Inspect the Light periodically. If
damaged, have it repaired by a qualified technician.
12. Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
10. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. If a ladder is to be used during
installation, it should be supported by an assistant.
11. Do not set up the Solar Powered Security Light
if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your
judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking
drugs. If there is any doubt, do not set up the Light.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
13. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
14. Contains Li-Ion battery. Battery must be
recycled or disposed of properly. Do not open,
crush, heat above 140°F or incinerate.
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Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following
pages, refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 11.
Installation
Specifications
56213 Black 56408 White
Lamp 60 SMD LEDs
Battery Pack 3.7 VDC, 1500 mAh Li-Ion Battery
Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
1. Decide where to place the Lamp and Solar Panel.
a. The Solar Panel is equipped with a 15 foot long
Solar Power Cable, so the Lamp and Solar
Panel can be installed up to 15 feet apart.
b. The Solar Panel must be set in a location
that receives full, direct sunlight, a minimum
of 8 hours a day. Ideally, the Solar
Panel should be angled slightly toward
the South (northern hemisphere).
2. Mount the Solar Panel:
a. Place the Solar Panel in the desired location,
adjusting the unit to best fit the surface.
b. Using the Solar Panel’s Base as a template,
mark the hole locations to install the
panel. Set the Solar Panel aside.
c. Verify that installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
Drill holes for the enclosed mounting Screws.
d. Secure the Solar Panel in place with the Screws.
3. Mount the Lamp:
a. Locate the unit 6 to 8 feet above ground on
a solid surface capable of supporting the
Lamp and secure enough so that it will not
move when exposed to vibrations or wind.
The unit must be high enough to allow for
motion detection and light distribution.
b. Using the Mounting Bracket as a
template, mark the hole locations to
install the Lamp. Set Lamp aside.
Power
Mounting Bracket
Switch
Motion
Detector Head
Adjustment
Knob
Motion Detector
Control Knobs
Underside of Lamp
4. Carefully route the Solar Power Cable to the
Lamp and plug it into the Solar Power Input.
5. Adjust the Motion Detector Head by
moving it left or right so that it faces the
area where movement will occur.
6. Loosen the Motion Detector Head
Adjustment Knob to move the Head up or
down. Once in place, tighten the knob.
Bracket
Adjustment Knobs
(one on each side)
Solar Power
Input
c. Verify that installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
Drill holes for the enclosed Screws.
d. Secure the Lamp in place with the Screws.
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7. Adjust the Mounting Bracket up or down by
loosening the Bracket Adjustment Knobs.
Once in place, tighten the knobs.
Functions
Battery
Housing
Solar Panel
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Lamp
Motion Detector
Head
Base
Solar Power Cable
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Initial Battery Charging
Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Before the Security Light can operate properly, the
battery needs to be fully charged. To charge the battery:
1. Turn OFF the Power Switch.
2. ALLOW 3 DAYS OF FULL SUNLIGHT
to fully charge the battery.
3. After charging, turn the Power Switch to
Auto. The light will illuminate for a short
time when first switched to Auto. This
indicates that it is working properly.
Power Switch
The Power Switch, located under the Battery
Housing of the Lamp, has three settings:
AUTO: The Lamp will illuminate automatically when
motion is detected by the Motion Sensor Head.
OFF: Center position is power off.
ON: The Lamp stay illuminated
functioning as a normal light.
CAUTION
The UNIT WILL NOT FUNCTION
UNLESS:
The Solar Panel is first charged for
3 DAYS OF FULL SUN
with the SENSOR POWER OFF.
AUTO
OFF
ON
Motion Detector Control Knobs
The Security Light has 3 different Control Knobs on
the underside of the Motion Detector Head. They
control the Motion Detector Head’s sensor. They are:
a. Sensor’s sensitivity to motion (SENS)
b. Light’s duration (TIME)
c. Sensitivity to light (LUX)
NOTE: After each adjustment, walk the detection
area to verify the adjustment just made.
SENS
Adjusting
Knob
TIME Adjusting
Knob
SENS TIME LUX
Underside of Motion
Detector Head
LUX
Adjusting
Knob
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SENS (Sensitivity)
The SENS Adjusting Knob sets the level of
sensitivity of the Motion Detector Head.
The Motion Detector Head is most sensitive
to movement across the detection zone,
rather than movement toward or away
from the Motion Detector Head.
Turn the dial anywhere between the
minimum and maximum settings to adjust
the level of sensitivity needed.
Note: Sensitivity is affected by the ambient
air temperature. If it is hot outside, the sensor
may have difficulty detecting changes in
heat. In cold temperatures, the sensitivity is
increased and may need to be adjusted.
TIME (Light Duration)
The TIME Adjusting Knob sets how long the Light stays
lit after motion is no longer detected by the sensor.
Minimum Position
Turn the dial counterclockwise to
the minimum for the light to stay
on for 10 seconds after motion is
no longer detected.
Minimum Position
Turn the dial counterclockwise
to the minimum setting (-).
Ideal for cold winter conditions
or when nuisance tripping is a
problem. If the light is
activated by small animals or
rapid changes in heat, the
sensitivity can be reduced by turning the knob
counterclockwise towards the minimum setting.
Maximum Position
Turn the dial clockwise to the
maximum setting (+). Ideal for
hot summer conditions or to
maximize range.
Mid Range
Adjusting the dial between the
Minimum and Maximum to
choose any time between 10
seconds and 100 seconds for
the light to stay on after motion
is no longer detected.
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Maximum Position
Turn the dial clockwise to the
maximum for the light to stay on
for 100 seconds after motion is
no longer detected.
LUX (Light Level)
The LUX Adjusting Knob tells the sensor the level of
darkness that must be reached before the Light turns on.
Maximum Position
Turning the dial clockwise to
the maximum setting increases
Minimum Position
Turning the dial counterclockwise
to the minimum setting lowers
the sensor level. The light
will go on in most situations
ranging from dark to daylight.
the sensor level. The sensor will
only trigger the light to turn on at
dusk or when it is dark out. This
is the ideal position for general
evening and night operation.
Note: If the Security Light is not operating at night due to interference from a street light or other
interference, turn the LUX knob towards the maximum setting . Adjust the dial as needed
between the minimum and maximum settings to achieve the desired level of sensitivity.
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Testing the Light
After the battery is charged and the control Knobs are set, walk slowly around the detection area.
The sensor detects infrared radiation given off by a person or animal. This triggers the Light to
turn on. The Light should go on in the area that you set up the Security Light to monitor.
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Adjust the Knobs and sensor and re-test until the unit functions as desired.
Repeat the test procedure as needed when there are weather and/or temperature changes.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
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1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• leaking, swollen, or cracked battery,
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of parts,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
Battery Removal and Disposal
1. Disconnect Solar Power Cable.
2. The battery is located inside the
Lamp’s Battery Housing.
3. Remove four screws from the back of
the Lamp’s Battery Housing. Remove
cover to expose the battery.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. Keep Solar Panel free of dirt and debris to maintain
optimum efficiency in recharging the battery.
Disconnect wires
Battery
4. Disconnect wires and remove battery from housing.
5. Contains Li-Ion battery. Battery must be
recycled or disposed of properly. Do not open,
crush, heat above 140° F or incinerate.
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Troubleshooting
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Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Light won’t
turn on.
Light turns on
during day.
Light flashes
on and off with
clicking sounds.
Light stays
“ON”.
Light turns ON
and OFF.
1. Power is not on.
2. Cable connection is loose.
3. LUX control is set
too close to .
4. Motion sensor not
detecting movement.
5. Battery pack not fully charged.
LUX control is set too close to . Turn knob towards .
Low battery. With Switch set to “OFF”, allow to charge in full
1. Duration time setting too long.
2. Frequent changes in heat being
detected.
3. Power Switch set to ON.
1. Changes in heat are being
detected from a fixed heat
source or moving object.
2. Sudden temperature change
due to storms or high winds.
1. Check that Power Switch is set to ON or AUTO.
2. Plug in firmly at back of Battery Housing.
3. Turn LUX knob towards .
4. Adjust angle and direction of Motion Detector Head.
5. Keep solar panel clean. Allow to charge in full
sunlight for 3 days with the Power Switch OFF.
sunlight for 3 days before further use.
1. Turn TIME knob counterclockwise to
reduce the time the light stays on.
2. Check sensing area for possible heat sources such
as air vents, vehicles or objects in wind. Reposition
the Motion Detector Head if needed, or turn SENS
Knob counterclockwise to lower sensitivity.
3. Turn Power Switch to AUTO.
1. Check sensing area for possible heat sources
such as air vents, vehicles or objects in wind.
Reposition the Motion Detector Head.
2. Turn Power Switch “OFF” until storm
passes. Mount in a sheltered location.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect Battery and Charger power supply before service.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually
as replacement parts. Parts may not be interchangeable. Specify item number when ordering.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Parts List and Diagram
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Part Description Qty
1 Lamp 1
2 Solar Panel 1
3 Mounting Screw 6
4 SMD LED Panel 60
5 Battery Housing 1
6 Motion Detector Head 1
7 Mounting Bracket 1
8 Power Switch 1
2
10
3
Part Description Qty
9 Solar Power Input 1
10 Solar Panel Mounting Base 1
11 LUX Adjusting Knob 1
12 SENS Adjusting Knob 1
13 TIME Adjusting Knob 1
14 Battery (not shown) 1
15 Solar Power Cable (not shown) 1
4
1
5
7
6
13
12
9
11
8
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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