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MODEL SL-7 OWNER’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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The Home Security Motion Activated Lighting

System is designed to turn on automatically at

night when a person enters the detection

zone. The light will stay on as long as the

motion detector senses motion in the zone.

The light will turn off in approximately 90 sec-

onds after the person leaves the detection

zone or stops moving.

During the day, the solar panel converts sun-

light into electricity and recharges the battery

in the main housing. At night, the light turns

on automatically when it detects motion using

the electricity stored during that day.

The number of activations per night are

dependent on your geographical location,

weather conditions and seasonal lighting

availability.

NOTE: Solar security lights do not receive as

much direct sunlight in winter

months. Therefore, the number of

activations per night will be reduced

during winter.

HOW YOUR HOME SECURITY MOTION

ACTIVATED LIGHTING SYSTEM WORKS

IMPORTANT: BEFORE FIRST USE

After installing the main housing and solar

panel module, leave the switch in the

“OFF” position and charge in full, direct

sunlight for THREE FULL DAYS. Then

remove the switch label and slide the switch

to the “AUTO” position. The light will turn

on automatically at night when it detects

motion.

Solar Panel

Detection Zone

cut along dotted line

TEMPLATE

Screw Hole

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.

A Phillips screwdriver will be required.

PARTS LIST:

Home Security Main Housing

Main Housing Mounting Screws (2)

Solar Panel Module with Cord

Solar Panel Module Mounting Screws (3)

SL-7 Owner’s Manual

Step 1

Select a location and attach the main

housing where you want to detect per-

sons or objects moving at night. Ideal

places are patios, side doors, garages and

pool area. Mount the main housing 6 to 8

feet above ground on a solid surface for

best motion detection and light distribu-

tion.

NOTE: Do not place the main housing in

high traffic areas. Doing so will dis-

charge the battery quickly and unit

will shut down until it is recharged by

the sun. Aim the motion detector

away from streets, busy walk areas,

trees and bushes.

Step 2

To attach the main housing, use the

mounting template in this manual to

install the two main housing mounting

screws. The screw heads must stand out

from the surface by about 5/32". This is

about the thickness of two quarters or

two nickels.

Template on

back of manual

HOME SECURITY ACCESSORIES

For Visa/MasterCard orders, please call 1-800-468-5252, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time.

100-0057-0 Replacement Bulb

070-6001-0 SL-7 Replacement Battery

112-0010-0 15 ft. Extension Cord

For one year from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Home Security Motion Activated Lighting Sys-

tem against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser. The Brinkmann Corporation’s obligations

under this warranty are limited to the following guidelines:

• This warranty does not extend to the bulb or batteries.

• This warranty does not cover solar security lights that have been altered or damaged due to: normal wear, abuse,

improper maintenance, improper use, disassembly of parts and/or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized

employee of The Brinkmann Corporation.

• This warranty does not cover surface scratches or weathering as this is considered normal wear.

• Warranty service is limited to repair or replacement or solar security lights which prove defective under normal use and

which upon examination shall indicate to Brinkmann’s satisfaction, they are defective. If Brinkmann confirms the defect

and approves the claim, Brinkmann will elect to repair or replace the solar security light as covered by the terms of this

warranty.

• This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers.

The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain your

sales receipt or invoice. To obtain repair or replacement of your Home Security Motion Activated Lighting System under the

terms of this warranty, please call Customer Service Department at 1-800-527-0717 for a Return Authorization Number and

further instructions. A receipt will be required. Solar security lights returned to Brinkmann must include your name, address

and telephone number. Please make sure the light is properly packed, postage prepaid, and insured. A Return Authorization

Number must be clearly marked on the outside of the box. Brinkmann cannot be responsible for any solar security lights for-

warded to us without a Return Authorization Number.

EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED, THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY.

THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURA-

TION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE HOME

SECURITY MOTION ACTIVATED LIGHTING SYSTEM TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS

EXCLUDED. CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS

CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS

WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE

TO STATE.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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Step 3

Slide the two slots in the back of main

housing onto the screws.

Step 4

Select a location within 15 feet from the

main housing to mount the solar panel

module. The solar panel module must be

mounted where it will receive full, direct

sunlight for several hours each day.

Step 5

Firmly plug the solar panel module cord

into the main housing.

Step 6

Mount the solar panel module in a sunny

location where it will receive full, direct

sunlight for several hours each day.

NOTE: Shaded areas will not allow the solar

panel to fully charge the battery. This

will drastically reduce the number of

activations per night.

Step 7

Aim the solar panel toward the south, fac-

ing upward at about 45° angle. The

adjustable base allows mounting on most

vertical, horizontal or sloping surface

such as a wall, post or roof. Excess cord

can be tucked under the base securely. 45°

NOTE: After installing the main housing and

solar panel module, leave the switch

in the “OFF” position and charge in

full, direct sunlight for THREE FULL

DAYS. Then remove the switch label

and slide the switch to the “AUTO”

position. The light will turn on auto-

matically at night when it detects

motion.

Troubleshooting &

Important Information (con-

tinued)

IMPORTANT: The sealed battery in this

product contains lead and

must be recycled or disposed

of properly. For additional

information regarding dispos-

al, contact your local county

solid waste authority.

b. If the weather has been cloudy or overcast during the day, the bat-

tery will not be charged for operation at night. The light must have

direct sunlight every day to fully charge the battery. If the light does

not receive enough sunlight one day, it will recharge the next sunny

day and resume normal operation.

c. Check the battery on a voltage meter to ensure that battery is

charged to a full voltage of 6-volts. An electronics store will usually

check batteries at no charge. Battery should be replaced periodically

throughout the year, especially after winter months.

d. Diminishing light or gradual decrease in number of activations indi-

cate a dying battery that requires replacement. Replacement battery

may be purchased from The Brinkmann Corporation Customer Ser-

vice Department by calling 1-800-468-5252.

• Loose or burned out bulb. Bulbs can become loose over time. Check and

tighten the bulb periodically. If the bulb has burned out, a replacement

can be easily installed. Replacement bulbs may be purchased from The

Brinkmann Corporation Customer Service Department by calling 1-800-

468-5252.

• Dirty Solar Panel. A dirty solar panel will not allow the battery to fully

charge. This will shorten battery life. Clean regularly with a dampened

cloth or paper towel.

If lights come on randomly:

• Aim motion detector head lower.

• Cover areas which may be reflecting signals to motion sensor such as:

cooling or heating ducts, reflective surfaces, metal sheds, smooth walls

or windows, etc..

• Rotate the detector head right or left a few degrees.

• Mount your motion detector on a firm surface as vibrations can false

trigger the unit.

• Aim detector away from busy streets or sidewalks, trees and bushes.

If range is too short or too long:

• Position your motion detector so movement is across detection zone.

• Aim detector upward to increase range or downward to decrease range.

CAUTION: Do not use any other battery size or type. It will damage the

unit and void the warranty. Do not attempt to open the detector

housing. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

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Step 8

Point the two floodlights in the desired

direction. You may want to adjust the

floodlights after letting the unit operate

for a few nights.

Step 9

Position the detector head in the direction

you want to cover. Never

aim the motion detector head directly

at the sun or above a 90° angle (horizon-

tal level). Do not rotate the

head more than 360°.

The motion detector covers an area of

130° and a maximum range of approxi-

mately 75 feet unless its view is blocked

by a stationary object such as a building

or tree. The higher the motion detector is

mounted, the greater the effective range.

The motion detector is most sensitive to

persons or warm objects moving across

its detection zone, rather than toward or

away from it.

1. Clean snow and debris off the solar panel so the battery can recharge.

2. Check and replace battery periodically throughout the year, especially

after winter months.

Wintertime

Tips

Solar security lights can be left outside year round, even in cold weather.

However, if you wish to store your light indoors for more than two or three

days, follow these steps to prevent damage to battery:

1. Turn the switch to “OFF” position. Store at room temperature in a

dry area.

2. Never store unit with switch in “AUTO” or “TEST” position. This will

damage the battery and it will not recharge.

3. Store light and solar panel where it can receive some sunlight or

room light each day. The battery needs light to maintain a charge dur-

ing storage.

4. During prolonged storage, unit must be fully charged once every four

months. You may need to replace the battery after prolonged storage.

5. Never store the unit in a box or in a dark room without a source of light

on the solar panel or you may need to replace the battery before next

use.

6. For best performance, do not store for prolonged periods.

Storage

Cleaning

It is important that the solar panel is kept free of dirt and debris. A dirty

solar panel will not allow the battery to fully charge. This will shorten the

life of the battery and cause the light to malfunction. Clean regularly with a

dampened cloth or paper towel.

75 Feet

90°

Motion Detector Head

If lights blink on and off:

• Direct lamps away from detector or reposition detector.

• Remove heat sources located near or under detector.

• Direct detector away from streets or active sidewalks.

If lights do not turn on at night:

• Switch is in the “OFF” Position. When the switch is in the “OFF” posi-

tion, light will not turn on after dark. Move switch to the “AUTO” posi-

tion and check for normal operation after dark.

• Make sure the solar panel module cord is plugged firmly into main

housing. The battery will not charge if this connection is loose.

• Battery is not fully charged or needs replacement:

a. Make sure light is located in an area where the solar panel gets the

maximum amount of full, direct sunlight every day.

Troubleshooting &

Important Information

Solar Panel

Module Cord

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Terminal

Wire Connector

Changing Batteries

1. Unscrew the four screws in front housing

and separate it from rear housing.

2. Carefully peel the tape off the battery,

leaving wires attached to tape.

3. Remove the battery from rear housing,

being careful not to pull on wires.

4. Disconnect wires from battery terminals

and remove battery.

5. Connect wires to new battery terminals.

Make sure red (+) wire is connected to

red (+) terminal and black (-) wire is con-

nected to black (-) terminal.

6. Place new battery in rear housing.

7. Attach tape and wires to front of battery.

8. Attach the front housing to rear housing

using the four screws that were removed

in Step 1.

9. Place switch in the “OFF” position and

charge in full, direct sunlight for THREE

FULL DAYS. Then slide the switch to the

“AUTO” position. The light will turn on

automatically at night when it detects

motion.

Step 1

After installing your light, leave the switch in the “OFF” position and

charge in full, direct sunlight for THREE FULL SUNNY DAYS.

Step 2

After allowing the battery to fully charge, the motion detector can be

adjusted and tested. Point the motion detector head down 15° from

horizontal level.

Step 3

Move the slide switch to “TEST” position. Turn the range knob all the

way to the minimum setting (counterclockwise). The lights will come

on for a few seconds, then turn off.

Step 4

Wait one minute for the circuit to stabilize, then walk slowly across the

detection zone. The lights will turn on as soon as your presence is

detected. The lights will turn off in approximately 10 seconds after

motion stops or you leave the detection zone. Adjust the detector head

up or down, left or right, in small increments as necessary. Increase

the range by turning the knob clockwise a little at a time and only if

necessary. Most applications work best at the lower range setting.

Step 5

Place the switch to “AUTO” position. The lights may come on for a few

seconds. This is normal. After dark, test your adjustment by walking

slowly across the detection zone. The lights will turn on when your

presence is detected and will stay on as long there is motion in the

detection zone. The lights will turn off in approximately 90 seconds

after you stop moving or leave the detection zone. If additional adjust-

ments are required, it is recommended that they be made in the test

mode during the following day when the switches are easily visible.

NOTE: Remember to switch to “TEST” for daytime testing and switch

back to “AUTO” for nighttime operation. The motion detector has a

built-in photocell sensor that prevents daytime operation in the

“AUTO” position.

TESTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Turn lens counterclockwise and remove.

2. Pull bulb straight out and replace with new

bulb. DO NOT PLACE NEW BULB IN BRASS

GROMMET HOLES.

3. Replace the lens by aligning the slots with the

grooves in the top housing and turning clock-

wise to lock in place.

Changing Bulb

Lens

Bulb

IMPORTANT: The sealed battery in this product contains lead and must

be recycled or disposed of properly. For additional infor-

mation regarding disposal, contact your local county solid

waste authority.

Tape Battery

Rear Housing

Front Housing

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