LIVARNO home HG08949A LED Solar Light Instruction Manual

: August 4, 2024
: LIVARNO home

DECORATIVE LED SOLAR LIGHT

Operation and safety notes

IAN 444048_2307

HG08949A

HG08949B

HG08949E

[A]

[B]

List of pictograms used

| Splash-proof
| Direct current/voltage
| CE mark indicates conformity with relevant EU directives applicable for this product.
| Safety information
Instructions for use

Decorative LED Solar Light

Introduction

We congratulate you on the purchase of your new product. You have chosen a high quality product. The instructions for use are part of the product. They contain important information concerning safety, use and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all of the safety information and instructions for use. Only use the product as described and for the specified applications. If you pass the product on to anyone else, please ensure that you also pass on all the documentation with it.

Proper use

The product is intended for outdoor use. The product is suitable for use in private household and is not intended for commercial use or for use in other applications.

Description of parts and features

[1] ON/OFF button
[2] Fastening screws (Ø 2.3 x 9.2mm)
[3] Battery compartment lid
[4] Silicone cover
[5] Rechargeable battery
[6] Battery compartment

Scope of delivery

1 LED solar lamp and built-in rechargeable battery
1 Instructions for use

Technical data

Operating voltage:	1.2V
Rechargeable battery:	1 x Ni-MH rechargeable battery/AAA/ 1.2 V /300mAh
LED:	2 x LED
LED power:	approx. 1.5mW per LED
Degree of protection:	IP44 (splash proof)
Solar cell:	approx. 40 x 40mm
Lighting time (with full charge):	approx. 8 hours

Safety instructions

PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE PRIOR TO USE! PLEASE KEEP THE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE! IF PASSING THIS PRODUCT ON TO A THIRD PARTY ALSO INCLUDE ALL DOCUMENTS.

Not suitable for children under 14 years. Keep away from children.
This appliance can be used by children aged 14 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without supervision.
Do not use the product if you detect any kind of damage.
Always switch off the product, when storing it in dark environment, in order not to discharge the rechargeable battery.
The illuminant is not replaceable.
If the illuminant fails at the end of its life, the entire product must be replaced.
This product is not a toy.

Product-specific safety instructions

Make sure that the solar cell is free of dirt and free of snow and ice in winter. Otherwise the performance of the solar cell will diminish.
Cold temperatures have a negative influence on the operating life of the rechargeable battery. If the product is not going to be used for a long time, e.g. in winter, it should be taken up, cleaned and stored in a dry, warm room.

Safety instructions for batteries/rechargeable batteries

DANGER TO LIFE! Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of reach of children. If accidentally swallowed seek immediate medical attention.
Swallowing may lead to burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion.
DANGER OF EXPLOSION! Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Do not short-circuit batteries/rechargeable batteries and/or open them. Overheating, fire or bursting can be the result.
Never throw batteries/rechargeable batteries into fire or water.
Do not exert mechanical loads to batteries/rechargeable batteries.

Risk of leakage of batteries/rechargeable batteries

Avoid extreme environmental conditions and temperatures, which could affect batteries/rechargeable batteries, e.g. radiators/direct sunlight.
If batteries/rechargeable batteries have leaked, avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes with the chemicals! Flush immediately the affected areas with fresh water and seek medical attention!
WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES! Leaked or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause burns on contact with the skin. Wear suitable protective gloves at all times if such an event occurs.
In the event of a leakage of batteries/rechargeable batteries, immediately remove them from the product to prevent damage.
Only use the same type of batteries/rechargeable batteries. Do not mix used and new batteries/rechargeable batteries.
Remove batteries/rechargeable batteries if the product will not be used for a longer period.

Risk of damage of the product

Only use the specified type of battery/rechargeable battery!
Insert batteries/rechargeable batteries according to polarity marks (+) and (-) on the battery/rechargeable battery and the product.
Use a dry, lint-free cloth or cotton swab to clean the contacts on the battery/rechargeable battery and in the battery compartment before inserting!
Remove exhausted batteries/rechargeable batteries from the product immediately.

Functioning

The solar cell installed in the product converts sunlight into electrical energy and stores it in 1 Ni-MH rechargeable battery. Switch on the product with the ON/OFF switch [1]. The product will automatically light on as it begins to get dark. The built-in light-emitting diodes are a very long-life and energy-saving light source. The light duration depends on the amount of sunlight, the angle of light on the solar cell and the temperature (the battery capacity is temperature-dependent). A vertical angle of light at temperatures above the freezing point is ideal. The rechargeable battery does not achieve maximum capacity until after several charge and discharge cycles. In summer a completely drained rechargeable battery takes about 2 to 4 days to fully recharge in constant sunlight.

Preparing for use

Preparing the product (see Fig. A)

Press the ON/OFF button [1] to position “ON” to enable the product switching on during darkness.
Your product is ready for use.

Setting up the product

In order to achieve the best result, set the product up in a place where the solar cell will get direct sunlight for as long as possible.
Make sure that the solar cell is not influenced by any other source of light such as yard or street lighting as otherwise the light will not come on in twilight.
The product automatically switches on in twilight conditions and off again when normal outdoor lighting conditions return.

Replacing the rechargeable battery (see Fig. B)

The rechargeable battery should be replaced every 12 months to ensure optimum performance.

Turn the product over and hold it tight. Press the ON/OFF button [1] to position “OFF” to switch off the product. Loosen the fastening screws [2] by using a small cross head screwdriver and then lever out the battery compartment lid [3] with the help of a slot screwdriver.
Take out the silicone cover [4]. Exchange the old rechargeable battery [5] to a new one, ensure that you do not damage the wiring. Take care to the correct polarity, when inserting the new rechargeable battery. The polarity is indicated in the battery compartment [6]. The new rechargeable battery has to have the same technical data like the old one.
Put back the silicone cover [4]. Pay attention to the silicone cover [4], otherwise the IP protection is not guaranteed. Now again fasten the battery compartment lid [3], fasten the fastening screws [2] by using a small cross head screwdriver. Press the ON/OFF button [1] to position “ON” to enable the product switching on during darkness.

Charging the rechargeable battery

Note that the product must be switched on when the rechargeable battery is charging.
The charging time of the rechargeable battery when the solar cell is used depends on the intensity of the sunlight and the angle of incidence of the light on the solar cell. Place the solar cell as perpendicular as possible to the angle of incidence of the light. In this way you will receive the highest light levels.

Maintenance and care

The light-emitting diodes cannot be replaced. The product is maintenance-free, except for any necessary change of rechargeable battery.
Clean the product regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth. Use a slightly dampened cloth to remove more stubborn dirt (only for model A and B).
Regular cleaning of the solar panel to achieve the best result.

Troubleshooting

Note: This product has delicate electronic components. This means that if it is placed near an object that transmits radio signals, it could cause interference. If you notice that the product is malfunctioning, remove any sources of interference from the area of the product.
Note: Electrostatic discharges may cause product to malfunction. In the event of such malfunctions, remove the rechargeable battery briefly and reinsert it.

Fault	Cause	Solution

The light will not switch on even though the sun shone on the product all day.| Artificial sources of light, e.g. street lighting, are interfering with the product.| Put the product in a different place where it cannot be disturbed by other sources of light.
The product is off.| Double check the ON/OFF button [1] is in “ON” position.
The light does not come on or comes on only briefly.| The rechargeable battery [5] is broken or there was not enough daylight.| Replace the rechargeable battery [5] or mount the product in a place where it can receive more sunlight.

Disposal

The packaging is made entirely of recyclable materials, which you may dispose of at local recycling facilities.

Observe the marking of the packaging materials for waste separation, which are marked with abbreviations (a) and numbers (b) with following meaning: 1-7: plastics/20-22: paper and fibreboard/80-98: composite materials.

Contact your local refuse disposal authority for more details of how to dispose of your worn-out product.

To help protect the environment, please dispose of the product properly when it has reached the end of its useful life and not in the household waste. Information on collection points and their opening hours can be obtained from your local authority.

The product incl. accessories and packaging materials are recyclable and are subject to extended producer responsibility. Dispose them separately, following the illustrated Info-tri (sorting information), for better waste treatment. The Triman logo is valid in France only.

Faulty or used batteries/rechargeable batteries must be recycled in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC and its amendments. Please return the batteries/rechargeable batteries and/or the product to the available collection points.

Environmental damage through incorrect disposal of the batteries/rechargeable batteries!

Batteries/rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of with the usual domestic waste. They may contain toxic heavy metals and are subject to hazardous waste treatment rules and regulations. The chemical symbols for heavy metals are as follows: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead.

That is why you should dispose of used batteries/rechargeable batteries at a local collection point.

Warranty

The product has been manufactured to strict quality guidelines and meticulously examined before delivery. In the event of material or manufacturing defects you have legal rights against the retailer of this product. Your legal rights are not limited in any way by our warranty detailed below.

The warranty for this product is 3 years from the date of purchase. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Keep the original sales receipt in a safe location as this document is required as proof of purchase.

Any damage or defects already present at the time of purchase must be reported without delay after unpacking the product.

Should the product show any fault in materials or manufacture within 3 years from the date of purchase, we will repair or replace it – at our choice – free of charge to you. The warranty period is not extended as a result of a claim being granted. This also applies to replaced and repaired parts.

This warranty becomes void if the product has been damaged, or used or maintained improperly.

The warranty covers material or manufacturing defects. This warranty does not cover product parts subject to normal wear and tear, thus considered consumables (e.g. batteries, tubes, cartridges), nor damage to fragile parts, e.g. switches or glass parts.

For this product, the rechargeable battery is also covered by its warranty period.

Warranty claim procedure

To ensure quick processing of your case, please observe the following instructions:

Please have the till receipt and the item number (IAN 444048_2307) available as proof of purchase.

You will find the item number on the rating plate, an engraving on the front page of the instructions for use (bottom left), or as a sticker on the rear or bottom of the product.
If functional or other defects occur, please contact the service department listed either by telephone or by e-mail.
You can return a defective product to us free of charge to the service address that will be provided to you. Ensure that you enclose the proof of purchase (till receipt) and information about what the defect is and when it occurred.