Installation Guide

POST CAP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Glass Post Caps
Exposure to the elements may cause the
copper-wrapped solder on your glass post cap
to oxidize and lose its original color. Applying car
wax before placing the post cap outdoors will help to
prevent the initial oxidation. Reapply the car wax
every 3 to 6 months as needed.
Note: If your post cap has a wood base, apply a high
quality exterior finish to all wood areas before
installation. We recommend reapplying the
finish annually to preserve the wood’s natural
beauty and protect it from the elements.
Installation
Post Caps
To attach each post cap style to the post, apply an
exterior-grade construction adhesive to the underside
of the post cap and place firmly on the post (Figure 1).
Solar Post Caps
Important: All solar post caps and lights
will need 24 hours of direct sunlight
to fully charge.
To activate your new solar post cap:
1
R
emove top by pressing inward on the side of the
clear lens, grasping the edge of the top and lifting
it off (Figure 2).
2 Install the batteries.
3
R
eplace top by snapping onto side panels.
(Ensure the holes in the sides are matched
up with the stubs on the top.)
4 Your solar post cap light is now ready to be
attached to your post (Figure 1).
Some solar post caps have on/off switches. If your
cap includes an on/off switch, make certain it’s in the
“on" position when you plan to illuminate your lights.
Batteries are included with solar post caps but may not
be installed. Ensure batteries are seated firmly in place
when installed.
Post and Stair Lights
1
S
lide plastic lens back to separate from top portion.
2 Open battery compartment.
3
R
emove the plastic tab from the battery compart-
ment to allow connection to the terminal.
4
E
nsure battery is firmly in place and switch is
in “on" position.
5
A
ttach bracket to post using screws included in
package.
6
S
lide the Post and Stair Light onto the bracket.
Solar Post Caps
Our Solar Metal Post Caps and Solar Glass Post Caps
are among the unique, yet classic touches you can add to
your outdoor project. By day, they add beauty to your deck.
By night, they enhance your setting with a welcoming
glow, without the hassles of wiring or electricity.
By installing a solar post cap light on your deck, you are
contributing to a greener environment. Solar post caps
get their energy from the sun, the Earth’s most avail-
able energy source. This helps offset greenhouse gases
and reduces the need for dry-cell battery disposal. They
are also economical: Keeping your deck illuminated
with solar post caps will not increase your electric bill.
Looking for a softer glow? No need to illuminate all of your
post caps. Batteries can be taken out of the post cap or
the tab can be reinserted into the battery compartment
to keep the light inactive. Keep in mind you will need to
recharge batteries after reinserting them. Some post
caps have on/off switches. Make sure the switch is in
the “off" position if you don’t want a particular cap to
illuminate.
Included with each of our solar post caps are LED light
bulbs and rechargeable batteries. With normal use of
6 to 8 hours per day, our LED light bulbs will have an
average life of 10 years. The rechargeable batteries
will last an average of one year. They must be replaced
with rechargeable batteries; using regular batteries in
the sun will destroy the solar collector in the post cap.
Please note that our LED light bulbs are part of the
whole solar cell component and are not designed to be
replaced. If it is necessary to replace your light bulb or
your solar collector, we have Solar Collector Replace-
ment Units available.
(Contains nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries.
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.)
Post Cap Care and Maintenance
Metal Post Caps
Our copper, stainless steel and brass post caps come
with a thin, clear marine lacquer designed to protect
them before and during installation. Once exposed to
the elements, the sun’s ultraviolet rays, moisture and
pollution begin to break down this coating, exposing
the metal underneath.
Copper
In its natural state, copper breaks down in the elements
and develops a patina. In general, copper progresses
from a natural salmon color to a series of russet
browns and grays, and finally to a blue-green or gray-
green patina.
• To maintain the shiny look, apply a car wax
immediately after purchasing the cap and reapply
every 3 to 6 months.
•
T
o remove an already tarnished finish, remove the
old coating with mineral spirits and grade 0000 steel
wool. Buff with grade 0000 steel wool for a satin
finish. For a mirror-like finish, apply a car wax or
spray with a clear lacquer or polyurethane and
let dry, and then apply a car wax.
•
T
o encourage a natural patina, remove the lacquer
with mineral spirits and grade 0000 steel wool.
Stainless Steel and Brass
Stainless steel has a hard oxide coating, making it
resistant to stains. To maintain this coating, clean
periodically with a mixture of vinegar and club soda.
As with the copper post caps, our brass post caps are
protected with a thin, clear coating of lacquer. Periodic
reapplication of this clear coating will help to protect
the brass.
Colored Metal Post Caps
Our Victoria post caps come in a variety of colors,
including pewter and black. These colors are a pow-
der-coated, baked-on finish that is extremely hard and
durable, rarely requiring maintenance.
Wood Post Caps
As with all wood products, we recommend that you
coat these with a high-quality exterior finish to pre-
serve the wood’s natural beauty and ensure a lifetime
of enjoyment. Apply to all wood areas, including the
underside of the cap, before installation.
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POST CAP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • POST CAPS