Westinghouse solar security light with motion sensor manual

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1.0 out of 5 starsBEWARE OF MAJOR PRODUCT DEFECT - TEST BEFORE INSTALLING! HAPPENED TO OTHER US BUYERS!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 24, 2020

We bought one on 09-18th and my son-in-law installed it a few days ago. I forget to test it before mounting it on a wooden plate on a tree, breaking my own rule for these devices.

After installation it did not work, but we thought it needed time to charge up. Instead, it has a major defect, one reported by others.

Unfortunately, I found this out 4 days after the 30 day return period.

HERE IS THE DEFECT: The Solar Power Panel when plugged in, prohibits the motion sensor from turning on the LED Panel. THis is an odd and unusual defect, probably in the main controller board of the unit. The Solar Panel does charge the battery, but for the unit to work as a motion-activated floodlight, (and this is hard to believe), you actually HAVE TO UNPLUG THE SOLAR POWER PANEL where it plugs into the controller/battery pack.

Once the 12VDC Solar Panel is unplugged, the motion sensor becomes active and will turn on the LED panel, which is quite bright.

Obviously, this is NOT HOW THIS IS SUPPOSED TO WORK. IT IS A MAJOR DEFECT. DEFECTIVE UNITS SHOULD BE RECALLED, too.

And, the company would have to know about this defect, as there are two posts already describing this same defect.

I would like the company to contact me immediately about sending a replacement unit. I will pursue a chargeback with my credit card company if I am not contact in the next 3 business days.

UPDATE 11-07-2020: Contacted Westinghouse for warranty replacement. Emailed details of the defect in my unit. They did not comment or question the problem, so they know about it alrrady. They are working to get me a replacement, from China of course, but are having stock issues. Mine came from old stock with a mfg date of "Sept 2018". BEWARE any unit with that mfg date and be sure to charge it and fully test it on the ground in 30 day return window, before installing it.

UPDATE 11-29-20: Finally, a replacement unit magically arrived via UPS. After many email back and forth to their Customer Service. Will charge and test, and hopefully they sent me a working unit this time. If so, I will adjust the rating.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING:

Read all safety precautions and installation instructions carefully

before installing or servicing this xture. Failure to comply with these instructions

could result in a potentially fatal electric shock and/or property damage.

•Do not expose the light to re or intense heat.

•Do not immerse in water.

•Your motion light and solar panel are both weather-resistant.

•Never look directly into the solar motion light when illuminated.

CAUTIONS: BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS

USE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ONLY.

•Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended

use.

•Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of

time.

•Dispose of the battery in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. (Do not

burn or discard the battery in a municipal water system or other body of water.)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CARE & MAINTENANCE

•From time to time, ensure the plug between the solar panel and light is securely

connected.

•The solar panel should be cleaned with a damp cotton cloth on a regular basis.

This will ensure optimal performance and battery charging.

•Never let any abrasive material come into contact with the solar panel.

INSTALLATION

INSTALLING THE SOLAR PANEL

1

Ensure your Solar Panel is placed so

that its exposure to the sun is optimized.

Be aware of objects such as trees or

property overhangs that may impede the

panel's ability to generate a charge. To

adjust the solar panel loosen the wing

nut and position the panel .When desired

position is achieved ,tighten wing nut until

secure.The Solar Panel is equipped with a

9.84 ft. connecting wire, so the Light

Fixture and Solar Panel can be installed

up to 9.84 ft. apart.

2

Mark the hole locations of the Base, then

set the Solar Panel aside. Check that the

marked areas are clear of obstacles such

as cables and electrical lines. Drill holes

for the enclosed Screws and Wall Anchors.

Insert the Wall Anchors then secure the

Solar Panel in place with the Screws.

MOUNTING THE LIGHT FIXTURE

ON THE MOUNTING BRACKET

5

Place the Light Fixture on the Mounting

Bracket and secure the Light Fixture in

place with the Star Knobs.

PRE INSTALLATION

HARDWARE INCLUDED

(note: some parts may be pre-assembled)

Wall Anchors (6)

PARTS

A - Light Fixture

B - Solar Panel

C - Mounting Bracket

INSTALLING THE MOUNTING

BRACKET

3

4

CONNECTING THE WIRES

6

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Screws (6)

Star Knobs (2)

A

B

Locate the Mounting Bracket six to eight

feet above ground on a solid surface

capable of supporting the Light Fixture

and secure enough so that it will not move

when exposed to vibrations or wind.The

Light Fixture must be high enough to allow

for motion detection and light distribution.

Mark the hole locations of the Mounting

Bracket, then set the Mounting Bracket

aside. Check that the marked areas are

clear of obstacles such as cables and

electrical lines. Drill holes for the enclosed

Screws and Wall Anchors. Insert the Wall

Anchors then secure the Mounting Bracket

in place with the Screws.

Carefully route the Power Cord of the

Solar Panel to the Light Fixture and plug

into the socket located on the Light.

Only use solar panels for power charging.

It is not allowed to access other external

charging equipment.

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