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cHOOSinG A LOcAtiOn FOR yOuR SOLAR Led SecuRity LiGHt
This Solar LED security light can be mounted on any
solid surface, such as a wall. The detachable solar
panel is attached to a 6.5 ft (2 m) power cord and can be
mounted vertically or horizontally onto a solid surface
that receives direct sunlight, such as a roof or wall. You
can adjust the angle of the solar cell by moving the angle
adjustment on the solar panel to a different locking
position. See Fig. 1.
nOte: It is recommended that you mount the Solar LED
security light about 6.5 ft (2 m) above the ground for
optimum performance. Do not mount the fixture less
than 4 ft (1.2 m) above the ground.
For optimum sun exposure and longer light output, place
the solar panel, when attached to the Solar LED security
light, in a position that receives at least 6–8 hours of
direct sunlight per day. Ideally, the solar panel should face
south. Placing the solar panel in a shaded location will
not allow the battery to charge fully and will reduce the
number of hours of operation per evening. In choosing
a location for your Solar LED security light, ensure that
the solar panel is not placed near night time light sources
such as porch or street lighting. See Fig 2.
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
south
When deciding where to mount the light, keep in mind that the passive infrared sensor (PIR) operates by detecting
movement and heat. When the temperature of the moving object and its surrounding area are close in value, it
may reduce the PIR’s sensitivity. The sensor will normally pick-up the movement of a person up to 16.5–26 ft (5–8 m)
away when the outside temperature is 82°F (28°C) or less. See Fig. 3.
FIG. 2
26 ft (8 m)
6.56 ft
(2 m)
FIG. 3
The motion detector’s infrared beams radiate outward in a fan-like pattern. Prior to mounting, keep in mind that
the motion sensor is more sensitive to motion moving perpendicular to the direction that the sensor is facing, and
less sensitive to motion that moves directly towards or away from the sensor. See Fig. 4.
FIG. 4
6.56 ft (2 m)
100˚