HARBOR FREIGHT 56521 24 FT. 12 Bulb Color Changing LED Outdoor String Lights Owner’s Manual
- June 17, 2024
- HARBOR FREIGHT
Table of Contents
- 56521 24 FT. 12 Bulb Color Changing LED Outdoor String Lights
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Specifications
- Installing/Replacing LED Bulbs
- Installation
- Operation
- Maintenance and Servicing
- Parts List and Diagram
- Limited 90 Day Warranty
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
24 FT. 12 BULB
COLOR-CHANGING LED OUTDOOR
STRING LIGHTS
56521 24 FT. 12 Bulb Color Changing LED Outdoor String Lights
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions,
assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write
the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described
herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
WARNING
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
**| This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to
avoid possible injury or death.
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DANGER| Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING| Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION| Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE**| Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed
including the following:
a) READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
b) Do not use these products outdoors unless marked suitable for indoor and
outdoor use. When
products are used in outdoor applications, connect the product to a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupting
(GFCI) outlet. If one is not provided, contact a qualified electrician for
proper installation.
c) Do not mount or place near gas or electric heaters, fireplace, candles or
other similar sources of heat.
d) Do not secure the wiring of the product with staples or nails, or place on
sharp hooks or nails.
e) Do not let lamps rest on the supply cord or on any wire.
f) Do not use this product for other than its intended use.
g) Do not hang objects from cord, wire, or light string.
h) Do not close doors or windows on the product or extension cords as this may
damage the wire insulation.
i) Do not cover the product with cloth, paper or any material not part of the
product when in use.
j) Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with
the product.
k) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Install in accordance with
these instructions and current electrical codes such as the National Electric
Code (NEC). This product has not been evaluated under section 590 of the NEC.
When used outdoors in wet conditions, ground fault circuit interrupter
protection (GFCI) is to be provided on the circuits or outlets. Extension
cords used must be a type rated for outdoor use, such as the following: SEW,
SEOW, SEOOW, SOW, SOOW, STW, STOW, SJEW, SJEOW, SJEOOW, SJW, SJOW, SJOOW,
SJTW, SJTOW, or SJTOOW. The connector cover should always be in place to
prevent the entry of water (unless a string light connector is inserted).
POWER SUPPLY
CAUTION! Risk of electric shock. Avoid making connections or
disconnections when the equipment is wet. Do not use with extension cord near
water or where water may accumulate. Do not submerse.
CAUTION : To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons:
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String Lights are intended for installation indoors or outdoors.
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String Lights must be supported by steel guide cables or other suitable supporting hardware such as S-hooks, screw hooks or zip ties (not included) whenever span distances exceed 24 feet (7.3m). See Installation on page 4.
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Lights should be installed so that bulbs are facing down ONLY.
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Do NOT secure light string to buildings or other structural supports using nails, staples, or other sharp, conducting materials. DO NOT DAMAGE THE WIRE.
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Avoid damage to the insulation during installation. Do NOT pierce or compromise wire’s or socket’s outer covering, jacket or sheathing.
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Periodically inspect wire and sockets for degradation due to weather, UV light or other damage. Promptly replace light string.
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WARNING: – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!!
Disconnect power supply at source prior to wring, replacing light bulbs or servicing in any way. -
Do not link more than 4 string lights together.
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Keep proper footing and balance at all times during installation.
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Verify that installation surface has no hidden utility lines before drilling, driving screws.
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Maintain labels and nameplates on the String Light. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
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Do not install old and new batteries together. Do not install alkaline, carbon-zinc or rechargeable batteries together. Position batteries in proper polarity. Do not use swollen or leaking batteries.
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The warnings, precautions, 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Specifications
| Controller Input | 120 VAC / 60Hz |
|---|---|
| Controller Output | 5 VDC |
| Single LED Wattage | 0.8W |
| Single String Wattage | 15W |
| Maximum number of String Lights that can be connected together | 4 |
| Remote Control Battery | AAA x2 |
Installing/Replacing LED Bulbs
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section at the beginning
of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or
use of this product.
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed
only by a qualified technician.
WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Unplug the String Light from its electrical outlet
before performing any procedure in this section.
Do not replace LED bulbs during rain or when wet.
Suitable for wet location use.
- Carefully remove existing lens by turning it counter clockwise. It should be tight to keep moisture out. Put lens aside.
- Remove LED bulb by pulling on its LED stem. Discard old bulb.
- Insert a new LED bulb by aligning its side guide to the grooves inside the socket. Gently push it in until flush with the socket.
- Replace saved lens by carefully screwing it on clockwise until tight.
Installation
** Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of
this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use
of this product.
WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Do not plug Power Cord/Controller into AC outlet until installation is
complete.
Note:** Attachment hardware, such as hooks or nylon cable ties, sold
separately.
- If attaching to GUIDE WIRE, attach the ring at the back of every bulb holder to the guide wire using a S-hook or nylon tie (sold separately).
- If a guide wire is not used, connect securely to STRUCTURE at the beginning and the end of EACH String Light using screw hooks (sold separately).
Connecting Controller and Multiple String Lights
Note: Do not connect Power Cord / Controller until all String Lights are
connected and secured.
- Connect String Lights together by connecting the female end connector of one string to the male end connector of another string. Align the grooves inside the connectors and tighten securely.
- At the end of the last string, attach the end cap and tighten securely.
- Connect Power Cord to Controller and then attach them to the String Lights.
Operation
- Check that the Power Cord / Controller is connected to the String Lights then connect to 120 VAC outlet.
- Use the Remote Control to turn lights on/off. Also use it to select color and mode changes.
- Point the Remote Control at Controller and press selection buttons as desired.
| Button | Selection |
|---|---|
| 1 | ON: Turns lights on. |
| 2 | OFF: Turns lights off. |
| 3 | BRIGHTNESS: Press ▲ / ▼to choose brightness level (only works in single |
color mode).
4| SPEED: Press — / + to decrease or increase color changing speed (only works
in color combination mode).
5| MODE: Press to select a color combination.
6| RED: Press to change light color to red.
7| GREEN: Press to change light color to green.
8| BLUE: Press to change light color to blue.
9| WHITE: Press to change light color to white.
Programming and Resetting the Remote Control
- Reset the Remote Control if it is not working properly or has been replaced.
- To Reset, turn power OFF by unplugging the Power Cord / Controller.
- Press and hold the Remote Control’s ON button.
- While holding down the ON button, plug power cord back into the outlet and point the Remote Control at the Controller.
- The String Light’s bulbs should flash 3 times signifying the Remote Control has been successfully reprogrammed.
- Release the On button.
Using the Controller to Select Color Mode
- Instead of the Remote Control, the button on back of the Controller (connected to power cord) may be used to select color mode.
- Press the Controller Function Button to cycle through colors and color combinations.
Note: When Controller is powered on, it will start at the last color mode.
Maintenance and Servicing
** Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed
only by a qualified technician.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,** inspect the general condition of the tool.
Check for:
- loose hardware,
- misalignment or binding of parts,
- cracked or broken parts, and
- any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
Replacing Batteries in the Remote Control
- Remove back cover.
- Remove batteries and replace with same, following proper polarity.
- Replace back cover.
- Program the Remote Control by following the procedure on page 6.
Parts List and Diagram
| Part | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | String Light (24 ft. L) | 1 |
| 2 | Power Cord | 1 |
| 3 | Controller | 1 |
| 4 | Remote Control | 1 |
| 5 | LED Bulb (2 are spares) | 14 |
| 6 | Battery (not shown), AAA | 2 |
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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.
Limited 90 Day Warranty
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high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser
that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to
damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no
event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our
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consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you.
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of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies
the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we
may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly
provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost
of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state
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Note: Replacement parts are not available for this item.
Note: Reference UPC 193175507662.
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