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®
TIKI TORCH STYLE
SOLAR LIGHT
93098
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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THANK YOU for choosing a HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS product. For future reference, please
complete the owner’s record below:
Model
______________ Serial No._____________ Purchase Date_______________
SAVE THE RECEIPT, WARRANTY AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS. It is important that you read the
entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE y ou begin assembly.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 58” overall assembled height
Run Time: 8 Hours
Weight: 2 Lbs.
Height adjusts from 19” to 58” high
Battery: 2-”AA” 1.2 VDC rechargeable Ni-Cd (included)
Also includes 3 amber LEDs with reflectors, auto-on photo cell
Safety Warnings and Precautions
WARNING: When using product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this product!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injury.
2. Observe work area conditions. Keep work area well lit. Position the Solar Light in an
unobstructed area that receives sunlight at least six hours a day.
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 Solar 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. Always check hardware and assembled parts after assembling. All connections should be
tight and hardware tightened.
6. Keep children away. Children must nev er be allowed in the work area. Do not let them handle
or play around the Solar Light.
7. Store idle equipment. When not in use alw ays lock up the Solar Light and keep it out of the
reach of children.
8. Dress properly. Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working with the Solar Light. Wear restrictive hair cov e ring to contain long
hair.
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9. Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles when setting up this
product.
10. Maintain products with care. Keep the Solar Light clean for better and saf er performance.
Inspect the Solar Light periodically; if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized technician.
11. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12. Use the right Solar Light for the job. Do not attempt to force a small Solar Light to do the
work of a larger Solar Light. There are certain applications for which this Solar Light was
designed. Do not modify this Solar Light and do not use this Solar Light for a purpose for which
it was not intended.
13. Do not set up the Solar 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 Solar Light.
14. Keep the Solar Panel free of dirt, dust and grime. Dust covering the Solar Panel will
block out sunlight causing a decrease or stoppage of efficiency in recharging the
batteries.
WARNING: NiCd batteries must be disposed of properly . Do not incinerate . Batteries ma y burst, causing
personal injury and/or property damage. Contact y our local hazardous waste disposal authority
for proper disposal.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, 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 .
Unpacking
When unpacking the Tiki Torch Style Solar Light, check to make sure that all parts listed in the parts
list on page 5 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call HARBOR FREIGHT
TOOLS at 1-800-444-3353.
Assembly/ Operation
Your Tiki Torch Style Solar Light will require complete assembly. The Solar Light requires special
conditions for set up and operation. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar
with the product BEFORE you use the Tiki Torch Style Solar Light. Before operating the Solar Light
be sure that you have all parts described in the Parts List and Diagram located on page 5.
1. Decide where you want to place the Solar Light. Choose a location that receives full, direct
sunlight a minimum of six hours a day. The location should not be near nighttime light
sources such as porch lights or streetlights as this may trigger the lights to turn off or flicker.
2. The Solar Light will need to charge for at least twelve hours before using it for the first time.
Allow the Solar Light to charge for ten to twelve sunny days before the Solar Light is fully
charged.
3. Located on the side of the Battery Case (1) is a Switch. Set the Switch to “ON”-see Figure 1.
In addition, there may be a tab ne xt to one of the batteries. This tab should be removed.
REV 08/05
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Figure 1-Battery Case
Figure 2-Connecting the Parts
LED lights
On/Off Switch
4. Moving the Switch to “On” will automatically turn on the Solar Light during the night. After the
initial charge is set, check to see that the Solar Torch Fixture (1) light is on by viewing the
light at night or in a dark location. If the light in the Solar Torch Fixture (1) is not lit, check the
position of the “On” Switch.
Note: During the day, the Solar Panel converts sunlight into electricity, recharging the batteries.
The amount of light the Solar Panel receives depends on placement of the Solar Light,
geographic location and weather . If the weather is cloudy and the panel did not receive
a full charge, the Solar Garden Light may not achieve the full hours of operating time. It
will catch up on its own after two to three days of full sun.
Ground Stake (2)
Connector (3)
End Stake (4)
Solar T orch
Fixture (1)
Ground Stake (2)
5. Determine what height you would like the Tiki Torch to be. There are seven Ground
Stakes (2). Connect them together using a Connector (3) between each Ground Stake (2)see Figure 2. To the end Ground Stake (2), connect the End Stake (4) which is pointed.
6. Connect the Solar Torch Fixture (1) to the top Ground Stake (2) as in Figure 2.
7. Push the End Stake (4) into the ground. Make certain no cables, wires or obstructions are in
the path of the End Stake (4).
Replacing the Batteries
It is recommended that you replace the batteries every 12 months.
1. Turn the switch to the “OFF” position. Remove the Torch Fixture from the Ground Stake (2).
2. With the light held upside-down, turn the glass lens and the Housing Plate counter-
clockwise to unseat them from the Battery Case-see Figures 1 and 3.
3. Remove the two old batteries. Make certain that the new batteries are Ni-Cd rechargeable.
Always dispose of batteries properly. Contact the local hazardous waste authority for proper
battery disposal guidelines.
4. Install the new batteries into the battery compartment. Mak e certain that the battery is
placed according to the correct polarity-see Figures 1 and 3.
5. Replace the Glass Lens (5), the Housing Plate and the Torch Fixture (1).
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Figure 3
Glass Lens
Housing Plate
Battery Case
Maintenance
Clean regularly with a damp towel. Do not use
any type of solvent for cleaning. Do not put
too much pressure on the light or components
while cleaning. Dry thoroughly.
Parts List
Part # Description Quantity
1 Torch Fixture 1
2 Ground Stake 7
3 Connector 6
4 End Stake 1
5 Glass Lens 1
“AA” batteries
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for
illustration purposes only and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
Parts Diagram
1
2
5
3
4
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE
TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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.
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