Item #1000 000 000 Model #DFI-0654-WH USE AND CARE GUIDE MOTION SECURITY LIGHT Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Defiant Customer Service 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday, 9a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-866-308-3976 HOMEDEPOT.COM THANK YOU We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Defiant through the purchase of this motion security light. We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home.
Table of Contents Solar Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Tools Required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hardware Included. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Installation PLANNING INSTALLATION PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 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. This light operates from a battery charged from a solar panel. If the Lithium Ion battery voltage runs down to 3.
Pre-Installation (continued) SPECIFICATIONS Range Up to 50 ft. (15 m) (Varies with surrounding temperature) Sensing angle Up to 180° Lumens Solar Power: 1000 LM Power requirements Solar panel and rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride 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 not shown to actual size.
Pre-Installation (continued) PACKAGE CONTENTS A C H G D E B F Part Description Quantity A Lamp head 2 B Light fixture 1 C Motion sensor 1 D Power button 1 E Solar panel 1 F Solar panel cradle 1 G Extendable cord (pre-assembled to light fixture (B)) 1 H Extendable cord (pre-assembled to solar panel (F)) 1 5 HOMEDEPOT.COM Please contact 1-866-308-3976 for further assistance.
Installation 1 2 Determining the mounting location NOTE: The light fixture should be mounted approximately 8 ft. (2.4 m) above the ground. Setting the sensor for wall or eave mounting NOTE: Adjust the sensor angle to a coverage desired. 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. □□ For wall mounting, tilt the sensor (C) down 10 degrees to cover up to a 50 ft.
Installation (continued) 3 4 Installing the mounting plate Mounting the light fixture □□ Slide the rear of the light fixture (B) onto the mounting plate (AA) until it snaps into place. NOTE: Make sure there is enough vertical space above the mounting plate to allow the light fixture to be mounted. □□ Secure the fixture in place on the mounting plate using the mounting bolts (EE). Place the mounting plate (AA) against the mounting surface and ensure the mounting plate (AA) is level.
Installation (continued) 5 Mounting the solar panel CC RECOMMENDED: Caulk around the base and on top of the screw heads after installation F Place the solar base (F) against the mounting surface and mark the mounting holes. DD □□ If mounting to a wooden surface, drill four 3/32 in. holes into the mounting surface. Install the four mounting screws (CC) through the solar panel base (F) and into the mounting surface. E F □□ If mounting to wall board or brick, drill four 7/32 in.
Operation 1 2 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 Using the OFF Control □□ Press the power button (D) to turn the light (B) off and to conserve the battery life. A 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. B D 9 HOMEDEPOT.COM Please contact 1-866-308-3976 for further assistance.
Operation (continued) 3 Testing the light NOTE: It is recommended that the light be tested before being placed in regular operation. Remember to set the switch from TEST to MOTION after testing the light. NOTE: Testing the unit indoors or lower than 7 ft. from the ground may not enable the light to work optimally when mounted into its final outdoor position.
Operation (continued) 5 Adjusting the light timer NOTE: The TIME dial controls the amount of time the light (B) will stay on full brightness after motion has been detected. The timer is adjustable from 30 to 90 seconds. □□ To increase the time, turn the TIME dial towards the 90 second position. □□ To decrease the time, turn the TIME dial towards the 30 second position.
Maintenance When the pre-installed, rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride batteries have reached the end of their useful life, they can be easily replaced. Disconnect the light from the solar panel, and unmount from its position, placing the light on a sturdy surface. Unscrew and remove the back panel to access the batteries. Remove the batteries from the cradle, and disconnect the plug that attaches it to the light circuit board. Connect the new batteries at the plug, and place the batteries back in position.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The light will not turn ON. The power button is OFF. Turn on the light. The battery has run down. Recharge the battery in the sunlight. The extension cord between the solar Connect to a shorter extension cord, or reposition the panel and light fixture is longer than 60 ft. solar panel closer to light fixture. The battery is dead. Replace with new rechargeable Nickel-metal Hydride batteries. The solar panel is not positioned correctly.
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Defiant Customer Service 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-866-308-3976 HOMEDEPOT.COM Retain this manual for future use.
