Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 What's in the Box
- 3 About the Rechargeable Battery
- 3.1 Specifications and Usage
- 4 Placement of the Light
- 4.1 for Optimal Operation
- 4.2 Adjust the PIR Motion Sensor Head
- 4.3 Adjusting Lamp and Motion Sensor Heads
- 5 Where to Place the Solar Panel
- 5.1 for Optimal Exposure to the Sun
- 5.2 Adjusting TIMER, LUX and SENS Settings
- 5.3 About the Indicator Light ( Blue = Charging • Green = Motion )
- 6 Documents / Resources
- 6.1 Download manual
Defiant DFI-0452-WH - Motion Security Light Quick Start Guide
Introduction
THIS LIGHT REQUIRES DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE SUN TO CHARGE
The Defiant DFI-0452-WH Motion Security Light uses solar power to charge its on-board lithium-ion battery.
Upon installation, the light should be allowed to charge for at least 6 hours in direct sunlight before first use.
(Optional: leave the light OFF for at least 2 days, to charge without interruption, before turning ON for continuous operation.)
What's in the Box
About the Rechargeable Battery
Specifications and Usage
Battery is installed, and may have a starting charge.
The Motion Security Light includes a 2000mAh 3.7V rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. It is already installed in the unit, and may have a small charge for testing.
During the day, the battery is charged by solar energy; it take about 6 hours in clear, direct sunlight for the battery to charge to full capacity.
In the evening, when the light switches over to motion-sensing, the battery discharges whenever the light is triggered. It will discharge for a total of about 2 hours before being depleted. Once the battery is depleted, the light will stop working until it is charged again the next day.
The battery is exclusively for use in the Defiant DFI-0452-WH, and replacement batteries are available. Contact Home Depot Customer Service at 1-866-308-3976 for details.
Placement of the Light
for Optimal Operation
Mount at least 7.5 feet above the ground
You can install the light almost anywhere in an outdoor setting, so long as it can be connected to the Solar Panel.
Mount on Wall or Eave
Leave 3 inches of clearance for the Mounting Bracket
When installing the Mounting Bracket, make sure it has at least 3 inches of clearance from the top of the bracket, to the bottom of any edge, overhang or raingutter that may impede installation.
Adjust the PIR Motion Sensor Head
Adjust the Motion Sensor Head based on the distance you prefer to detect motion.
Adjust SENS accordingly.
Motion Sensor is Straight Ahead
Sensor Head Angle: 15º
Coverage Distance: 13 - 50ft.
Motion Sensor tilted 15º down
Sensor Head Angle: 15º
Coverage Distance: 10 - 39ft.
Motion Sensor tilted 30º down
Sensor Head Angle: 30º
Coverage Distance: 6.5 - 26ft.
Motion Sensor tilted 45º down
Sensor Head Angle: 45º
Coverage Distance: 1.5 - 16ft.
Adjusting Lamp and Motion Sensor Heads
The LED Lamp Heads can be adjusted independently, and up to 45º from the front-facing position.
Horizontally, the LED Lamp Heads can be independently adjusted about 135º.
The Motion Sensor can be adjusted in a side-to-side arch of about 160º, and can be angled 90º downward.
Where to Place the Solar Panel
for Optimal Exposure to the Sun
The Solar Panel should be placed in an area that allows for the maximum amount of sunlight exposure per day.
- Solar Panel is best when placed on the southernfacing portion, or the highest point, of a structure.
- The panel should not be placed where shade or shadow is cast upon it by trees, buildings, telephone poles, or other obstructions.
30-foot Extension Cord is Available
The Solar Panel has a 15-foot cord for attachment to the Light Fixture. A 30-foot extension cable is available; contact Home Depot Customer service for information. You can use up to 2 extension cables, giving you an additional 60 feet distance between the Solar Panel and the Light.
Once installed, the Solar Panel should be angled towards the southern sky, so that the face of the panel is exposed to as much sunlight as possible during the day. (Generally, an upward angle of 45º should be sufficient for exposure.)
Helpful Tip:
At high noon, adjust the Solar Panel so that it faces the sun. During any time of year, this adjustment will provide optimal positioning for collecting solar energy. You can also angle the panel up by 45º, which should provide for adequate exposure.
Adjusting TIMER, LUX and SENS Settings
Your Motion Security Light has 3 basic settings, TIME, LUX and SENS.
 | TIME adjusts the amount of time the light will stay ON when triggered by motion. It can be adjusted from 1 to 5 minutes. |
 | SENS adjusts how "sensitive" the PIR is to motion. |
 | LUX adjusts the level of light that has to be reached before the light will activate when motion is detected. The following settings will activate the light: Automatically turns ON when it's dark.  Automatically turns ON just after sunset.  Automatically turns ON late in the day.  |
About the Indicator Light ( Blue = Charging • Green = Motion )
Your Motion Security Light has an Indicator light that will help you understand what the unit is doing at any given time.
BLUE Indicator Light, "CHARGING"
- Flashes every 4-6 seconds when unit is charging.
- Indicates that the connection between Solar Panel and Rechargeable Battery is intact.
- Demonstrates battery is functioning properly.
If you do not see the flashing blue light during the day, the battery may be completely charged. If, however, the light does not turn ON in the evening, check the connection between the Solar Panel and the Light unit.
You will not see the Blue indicator light ON at night.
GREEN Indicator Light, "DETECTING MOTION"
- Flashes/Stays ON when motion is detected.
- Flashes during the daylight or at night.
- Indicates that the motion sensor is working, and the battery is charged.
Home Depot Customer Service
1-866-308-3976
or visit HomeDepot.com
Documents / ResourcesDownload manual
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Download Defiant DFI-0452-WH - Motion Security Light Quick Start Guide
