• Do not store solar lights in a box, or a dark room without a source of light on the solar panel. This will damage the batteries and prevent their ability to hold a charge. • For best performance, do not store for prolonged periods. If your solar light does not turn on at night, it may be caused by one the following conditions: • Battery is not fully charged or needs replacement: a. Make sure your light is located in an area where the solar panel gets the maximum amount of full, direct sunlight every day. Allow sunlight to recharge the battery for 10 to 12 FULL, SUNNY DAYS. b. If the weather has been cloudy or overcast during the day, the battery will not be recharged for operation at night. The solar light must have direct sunlight every day to fully charge the battery. If the solar light does not receive enough sunlight one day, it will recharge the next sunny day and resume normal operation. c. Check and replace the battery periodically throughout the year, especially after winter months. Replacement batteries may be purchased from The Brinkmann Corporation Customer Service Department by calling 1-800-468-5252. • Other light sources: If your solar lights are located too close to a street light, porch light or another solar light, it may not turn on automatically at night. The built-in photocell light sensor is reacting to the other light source. Eliminate the other light source or relocate your solar lights. • Dirty solar panel: 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. After correcting the problem, check the light operation immediately after dark or in a dark room. If the light will only operate for a short time, the battery needs recharging. • Clean snow and debris off the solar panel to allow battery to recharge. • Check and replace battery periodically throughout the year, especially after winter months. Storage Tips TroubleshootingInformation Wintertime Tips 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For 1-year from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Emperor solar light 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 L.E.D. or battery. • This warranty does not cover solar 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 of solar 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 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 Emperor solar light 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 or proof of purchase will be required. Solar 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 lights forwarded 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 DURATION TO 1-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 EMPEROR SOLAR LIGHT 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. 140-0420-0 10/01 Owner’s Manual for Models 822-0420-0 822-0420-2 822-0420-4 ...