Defiant DFI-0452-WH Use And Care Manual
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Item #1002638550
Model #DFI-0452-WH
USE AND CARE GUIDE
MOTION SOLAR SECURITY LIGHT
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ..................................2
Safety Information .................................2
Warranty .................................................2
Pre-Installation ......................................3
Installation .............................................6
Operation ............................................... 9
Maintenance ........................................ 12
Care and Cleaning .............................. 12
Troubleshooting .................................. 12
Safety Information
PRECAUTIONS
Please read and understand this entire manual
before attempting to assemble, install, or operate
this light fixture.
□ This light fixture should be installed
outdoors to a wall or eave.
□ The light fixture should be mounted
approximately 8 ft. (2.4 m) above the
ground.
□ Do not cut the solar panel wire. Discontinue
use if the wire becomes frayed or broken.
□ Do not immerse components in liquid.
□ Do not use any other charging device other
than the single solar charging panel
provided with this light. Doing so may
result in injury or damage to the light and
voids any warranty.
□ Position the cord so that it is securely
fastened and will not result in a hazard
(such as tripping).
□ The maximum extension cord length to use
with this product is 60 ft.
A 30 ft. extension cord is available for this
product at HOMEDEPOT.COM.
WARNING: To prevent possible SERIOUS INJURY
or DEATH, never allow small children near batteries.
If a battery is swallowed, immediately notify a
doctor.
WARNING: DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN
FIRE. BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
NOTICE: When replacing batteries, recycle used batteries or
dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
Warranty
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
This product is guaranteed to be free of factory defective parts and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of
purchase. Purchase receipt is required for all warranty claims.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This guarantee does not include repair service, adjustment and calibration due to misuse, abuse or negligence.
Unauthorized service or modification of the product or of any furnished component will void this warranty in its
entirety. This warranty does not include reimbursement for inconvenience, installation, setup time, loss of use,
unauthorized service, or return shipping charges. This warranty is not extended to other equipment and components
that a customer uses in conjunction with this product.
No service parts available for this product.
Contact the Customer Service Team at 1-866-308-3976 or visit www.HomeDepot.com.
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Pre-Installation
PLANNING INSTALLATION
Before installing the light fixture, ensure that all parts are present. Compare parts with the Hardware Included and
Package Contents sections. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install, or operate this
light fixture.
Estimated installation time: 30 minutes
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This light operates from a battery charged from a solar panel. If the Lithium Ion battery voltage runs down to 3.6V,
the light will automatically switch to ECO mode and dim down to reserve battery for a longer run time. When the
solar panel has recharged the Lithium battery and voltage above 3.7V, the light will automatically switch back to
AUTO mode, and normal brightness.
INITIAL BATTERY CHARGE
IMPORTANT: Clouds, rain, snow, and other weather conditions may not allow the solar panel to completely recharge the battery. Other
obstructions such as buildings or trees may block the sun as well.
When installing the solar panel, make sure it is aimed as described below with a minimum amount of obstructions. Please mount the panel facing
toward the southern sky. An extended solar panel cord is available at Homedepot.com.
□ PRIOR TO USE, the battery will require 2 to 3 days of full, direct sunlight to completely charge with the switch in
the OFF position. Connect the solar panel cord plug with the connector extending from the bottom of the light
housing. If possible, aim the solar panel toward the South and tilt it approximately 50° from horizontal. If the
solar panel cannot be aimed toward the South, then tilt the panel approximately 30°. Another option is to add an
extension cord (excluded in the package) available at Homedepot.com.
□ Actual operating time will vary depending upon how frequently the light is turned on by the motion sensor.
□ Solar lighting is not designed to equal standard 120V lighting. The amount of light output is reduced to allow the
sun time to fully recharge the battery between lighting cycles.
□ Solar collection is only effective in direct sunlight. Every hour the light is on requires a minimum of 6 hours of
sunlight charging.
MOUNTING LOCATION
The most important thing to remember for the operation of your solar powered motion sensing light is that it works
from the power received from direct sunlight. The more direct sunlight the solar panel receives in a day, the longer
the light will operate.
SOLAR LIGHT FIXTURE
The main unit contains the LEDs, a motion sensor, and a rechargeable Lithium battery. When deciding where to
mount this unit, keep in mind that the motion sensor that activates the light has a “field of vision” of 50 ft. (15 m) in
front of the light and about 180° detection angle at a surrounding air temperature of 77°F (25°C).
SOLAR PANEL
The solar panel converts the sun’s energy into electricity, thus charging the battery stored in the solar light fixture.
The solar panel requires direct sunlight falling onto the face of the solar panel for as long as possible over the course
of the day.
When choosing the location for the solar panel, make sure it is aimed toward the South and is tilted to a suitable
angle to allow as much direct sunlight to fall upon it as possible. Make sure there is a minimum amount of
obstructions between the solar panel and the sun.
Also, make sure your solar panel location is not too far away from the solar light fixture for the wires to reach and
connect.
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Pre-Installation (continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
Range Up to 50 ft. (15 m) (Varies with surrounding temperature)
Sensing angle Up to 180°
Lumens Solar Power: 500 LM
Power requirements Solar panel and rechargeable Lithium Batteries
Operating modes Off and Auto
Time delay 1 minute to 5 minutes
TOOLS REQUIRED
Safety
goggles
Phillips
screwdriver
Level
Drill bits
(3/32 in. and
7/32 in.)
Drill
Ladder
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE: Hardware shown to actual size.
AA BB
Part Description Quantity
AA Mounting screw 5
BB Wall anchor 5
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Pre-Installation (continued)
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Part Description Quantity
A Lamp head 2
B Light fixture 1
C Motion sensor 1
D Mounting plate 1
E Power button 1
F Solar panel 1
G Solar panel cradle 1
H Extendable cord (preassembled to Light fixture (B)) 1
I Extendable cord (preassembled from Solar panel (F)) 1
A
B
H
C
E
D
I
F
G
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Installation
1
Determining the mounting
location
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Setting the sensor for wall
or eave mounting
NOTE: The light fixture should be mounted approximately
8 ft. (2.4 m) above the ground.
NOTE: Ensure the fixture and the solar panel are located
close enough together for the cord to reach. You can also
add on an extension cord. Ensure the solar panel faces
South.
□ Determine the mounting location - wall or eave
mount.
□ Position the lamp head (A) in the general direction
of the desired light coverage.
NOTE: Adjust the sensor angle to a coverage
desired.
□ For wall mounting, tilt the sensor (C) down 10
degrees to cover up to a 50 ft. range in front.
□ For eave mounting, turn the sensor (C) either
clockwise or counterclockwise to the desired
position.
Wall Mount
A
Incorrect
Eave Mount
C
C
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Removing the mounting plate
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Installing the mounting plate
NOTE: Make sure there is enough vertical space above
the mounting plate to allow the light fixture to be mounted.
□ Press the wall mounting plate (D) and slide the
mounting plate (D) from the light body (B).
NOTE: Make sure there is enough vertical space
above the mounting plate to allow the light fixture to
be mounted.
Place the mounting plate (D) against the mounting
surface and ensure the mounting plate (D) is level.
Mark the hole locations on the mounting surface,
through which the mounting screws (AA) will be
threaded.
□ If mounting to a wooden surface, drill two
3/32 in. holes into the mounting surface.
Install the two mounting screws (AA) through
the mounting plate (D) and into the mounting
surface.
□ If mounting to wall board or brick, drill two
7/32 in. holes into the mounting surface.
Insert the wall anchors (BB) and attach the
mounting plate (D) using the two mounting
screws (AA).
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Mounting the light fixture
□ Slide the rear of the light fixture (B) down onto the
mounting plate (D) until it snaps into place.
D
B
D
A
A
BB
D
B
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Installation (continued)
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Mounting the solar panel
RECOMMENDED: Caulk around the base and on top of
the screw heads after installation.
Place the solar panel (F) against the mounting surface and
mark the mounting holes.
□ If mounting to a wooden surface, drill three 3/32 in.
holes into the mounting surface. Install the three
mounting screws (AA) through the solar panel
cradle (G) and into the mounting surface.
□ If mounting to wall board or brick, drill three 7/32 in.
holes into the mounting surface. Insert the wall
anchors (BB) and attach the solar panel cradle (G)
using the three mounting screws (AA).
□ Once the solar panel cradle (G) has been installed,
position the solor panel (F) above it, adjusting the
direction and angle of the panel to its desired
position to receive optimal sunlight.
□ Slide the base of the solar panel (F) into the cradle
(G). It will snap and lock in position.
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Adjusting the solar panel
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Connecting the solar panel
to the light fixture
IMPORTANT: The solar panel (F) must receive as much
direct sunlight over the course of the day as possible. Keep
in mind that shadows may block the sunlight from reaching
the solar panel (F) during the day.
□ Rotate the solar panel (F) to the desired angle.
□ Carefully connect the solar panel (F) cable to
the light fixture (B). Screw the caps on the
plugs firmly.
□ Wrap any excess solar panel cable around the
cradle (G) located on the rear of the solar
panel (F). Leave enough loose cable to form a
drip loop.
IMPORTANT: Push the switch to the OFF position
and allow the battery to charge with 2 to 3 days of
full sunshine before testing.
G
F
G
BB
AA
F
F
B
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Operation
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Adjusting the lamp heads
□ If needed, gently grasp the lamp heads (A) and tilt
them up or down or side-to-side to adjust the
light coverage area.
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Using the OFF control
□ Press the power button (E) to turn the light (B) off
and to conserve the battery life.
NOTE: Pushing the button in turns the light (B) ON (AUTO
mode). Pushing again so that the power button is out and
extended turns the light OFF.
A
B
E
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