What should you do when solar outdoor lighting malfunctions or doesn't turn on as expected? Solar outdoor lighting is a fantastic way to promote your green effort and give excellent illumination in various sorts of places. There are a few tips and tricks to troubleshooting solar lights that help you determine what the issue is. These are a few of the most frequent problems that affect solar lighting systems in both commercial and residential settings, along with information on how to identify them.
1. Are they turning on but stopping before they should?
Your lights may not always last as long as they formerly did, and this is usually because the batteries have died. If the batteries are the right size for the application, they should last five to seven years with commercial solar lighting. When that time arrives, it is necessary to acquire new batteries from the manufacturer. Tiny home solar lights also include batteries, although they normally have a considerably shorter lifespan and are readily replaceable by buying rechargeable batteries from your neighborhood shop. Keep in mind that batteries only last for a certain number of cycles before they need to be replaced.
Another issue could be the solar panel is dirty and not producing the required power to charge the batteries fully. One of the simplest things to verify and a quick remedy is this. Examine the solar panel to determine whether it is dusty. Then, clean the panel according to the instructions, and see if the system works more effectively as a result. Especially if your panels are at an angle and it rains often enough to prevent filth and darkness from accumulating on the panels, this doesn't need to done frequently.
Thirdly, is there anything that has grown in the manner that shades the panels? Over time, trees and other nearby vegetation might grow and shade the panels, preventing them from properly charging the batteries. Ensure sure there is nothing higher than the panels close to the system's installation's southernmost point. Solar panels need constant direct sunshine, and even the tiniest bit of shadow reduces their production.
2. Why aren't the lights on at all?
If the lights ever functioned, one of the following two problems might be the cause: the battery as mentioned above, the lamp, or a blown fuse. Replace the batteries if you believe they are the issue. The light is probably at blame if the battery isn't the problem. Like a light bulb in your house, a lamp has a limited lifespan and has to be replaced from time to time. The LED technology is an exception to this norm. As compared to CFL, HPS, LPS, or metal halide bulbs, LEDs often last 15 years or more. Find out what kind of lamp is powered by your solar lighting system and decide whether or not it needs to be replaced. One recommendation we have is to consider using an LED fixture if it's time to replace your lights. In addition to lasting longer, they will also provide you with more light for the same power consumption, which is a total win.
The last potential problem seems to be the simplest one, yet it has the potential to severely destroy your system. A blown fuse will prevent any electricity from passing through your system and will prevent the light from turning on at all. Nevertheless, it is easy to fix by replacing the blown fuse with a new one that is the right size, and your system will function normally again right away. In the battery compartment of every SEPCO system is an additional fuse for exactly such an occasion.
