THE HOME DEPOT 346971 Titanium Solar Light Post Cap Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- THE HOME DEPOT
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THE HOME DEPOT 346971 Titanium Solar Light Post Cap
POST CAP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation – Post Caps
To attach each post cap style to the post, please follow the instructions below:
- Apply an exterior-grade silicone adhesive to the underside of the post cap.
- Place the post cap firmly on the post. (Refer Figure 1)
Note: Ensure the adhesive is applied evenly and there are no gaps between the post cap and post.
Solar Post Caps with Removable Solar Collector Unit
To activate the Solar Post Caps with Removable Solar Collector Unit, please follow the instructions below:
- Remove the solar panel by lifting it straight up from the top of the cap. (Refer Figure 3)
- Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment to allow connection to the terminal.
- Ensure that the battery is firmly in place. (Note: There is noon/off switch)
- Replace the solar panel.
- Your solar post cap light is now ready to be attached to your post. (Refer Figure 1)
Post and Stair Lights
To install Post and Stair Lights, please follow the instructions below:
- Slide plastic lens back to separate from top portion.
- Open battery compartment.
- Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment to allow connection to the terminal.
- Ensure that the battery is firmly in place.
- Attach bracket to post using screws included in package.
- Slide the Post and Stair Light onto the bracket.
Deck and Dock Solar Lights
To install Deck and Dock Solar Lights, please follow the instructions below:
- Remove the exterior bottom cover using a regular screwdriver and remove the plastic tab to allow battery connection to the terminal.
- Reinstall the exterior bottom cover and tighten securely.
- Drill a 1-3/8 (35mm) hole in the desired location in your deck or stair tread and insert the solar deck and dock light into the hole.
- The light will need 24 hours to fully charge.
Note: If you face any difficulties while installing or using the product, please refer to the user manual or contact our customer support team for assistance.
Installation
Post Caps
To attach each post cap style to the post, apply an exterior-grade silicone
adhesive to the underside of the post cap and place firmly on the post (Figure
1).
Solar Post Caps
Important: All solar panels within post caps and lights need 24 hours of
direct sunlight to fully charge.
To activate your new solar post cap:
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Step 1 Access the inside of the solar light by pressing inward on the side of the clear lens, grasping the edge of the top and lifting it off (Figure 2), or grasping the top and twisting counterclockwise.
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Step 2 Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment to allow connection to the terminal.
Ensure battery is firmly in place. -
Step 3 Replace top by snapping onto side panels or twist the top counterclockwise into place.
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Step 4 Your solar post cap light is now ready to be attached to your post (Figure 1).
Batteries are included with solar post caps but may not be installed. Ensure batteries are seated firmly in place when installed.
Solar Post Caps with Removable Solar Collector Unit
To activate:
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Step 1 Remove the solar panel by lifting it straight up from the top of the cap (Figure 3).
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Step 2 Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment to allow connection to the terminal.
Ensure battery is firmly in place (remove: switch is in “on” position – there is no on/off switch). -
Step 3 Replace the solar panel.
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Step 4 Your solar post cap light is now ready to be attached to your post (Figure 1).
Post and Stair Lights
- Step 1 Slide plastic lens back to separate from top portion.
- Step 2 Open battery compartment.
- Step 3 Remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment to allow connection to the terminal.
- Step 4 Ensure battery is firmly in place.
- Step 5 Attach bracket to post using screws included in package.
- Step 6 Slide the Post and Stair Light onto the bracket.
Deck and Dock Solar Lights
- Step 1 Remove the exterior bottom cover using a regular screwdriver and remove the plastic tab to allow battery connection to the terminal.
- Step 2 Reinstall the exterior bottom cover and tighten securely.
- Step 3 Drill a 1-3/8″ (35mm) hole in the desired location in your deck or stair tread and insert the solar deck and dock light into the hole.
- Step 4 Light will need 24 hours to full charge.
Solar Post Caps
Our Solar 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 enviornment. Solar post caps get their energy from the sun, the
Earth’s most available 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 Replacement
Units available.
(Contains nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. Battery must be recycled or
disposed properly.)
Post Cap Care and Maintenance
Metal Post Caps
Our copper and stainless steel 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.
- To 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.
- To encourage a natural patina, remove the lacquer with mineral spirits and grade 0000 steel wool.
Stainless Steel
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.
Black and White Post Caps
Our black and white post caps have a powder 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 preserve the wood’s natural beauty and ensure a
lifetime of enjoyment. Apply to all wood areas, including the underside of the
cap, before installation.
Glass Post Caps
Exposure to the elements may cause the filigreed metal on your glass post cap
to oxidize and lose its original color. Applying car wax before placing the
post cap outdoors will help 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.