Mine has been stored for a couple years and now I took it out to use it and I get nothing..even after leaving it in the sun for the day. Fixable?
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Me again. Here's the link to the instructions - I wasn't able to include them before. Best wishes. http://sollight.wordpress.com/2011/09/26/replacing-the-battery-in-your-lightcap-300/
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I've found you do need to replace the rechargeable batteries now and then. I looked up directions on the internet. It's not difficult but you will need a micro screwdriver and a specialty screw driver as well. The details should be in the internet instructions.
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Me again. I wasn't able to include the link to the instructions in my last message - here you go. Best wishes. http://sollight.wordpress.com/2011/09/26/replacing-the-battery-in-your-lightcap-300/
788957
Having no problem with mine. But I should think it should last at least a year. I'd contact seller.
820552
I have put it outside in the sun, but i don't leave it outside. I live in Florida and sometimes it is to humid outside, and i don't want it to rust or get dirty.
128221
Mine was for at least a year into the future. Other than that I have no idea--ask the Seller, I'm just another customer here like you!
512123
I have not. I always keep it in our garage or in the back of the van. So it's not in direct sunlight very much. Just when we take it out for walks. But it's still perfect. You won't regret buying one.
2091857
There's actually no longer a shelf life listed. It was initially 3 years, then 5 years, and now Vestergaard of Switzerland (the manufacturer) has removed the notice completely. They were designed for use in African countries where the constant hot sun degrades any plastic, and the shelf life notice was created in case some users left them outside for years in the sun. Turns out it wasn't much of an issue to worry about, so the shelf life notice has been lifted. You can use it, store it, and use it again without problem. Just be sure it's totally dry inside before storing - in fact you can store it uncapped to be sure.
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Take the battery draw out and make sure it is clean & dry. Leave out for a while and then replace. I think this is what I did when mine did this. Of couse I don't remember where my instruction book is stored. If all else fails replace batteries. Hope this helps.
565983
It sounds like yours is defective if it's not from being in direct sun. Contact Amazon "Help" and they will take care of the problem.
1123375
Mine has not been putTogether. It's been in storage. I'm sorry I am not able to help!
680027
I have had mine out for about a year, in the high mountain sun of Colorado. It gets direct sunlight until mid afternoon, and the color seems to be holding up well. Hope this helps.
798261
Sorry, I'm out of the loop. Just had it 4 months before I stored it for the winter.
423284
I'm sorry I have no idea because mine are stored in area that is protected from the elements. :(
1164029
I don't know. I've been using mine since I bought it and have not tried to store it.
919228
I keep mine in a cool, dark place and its still good after a few months. I don't see why it wouldn't last nearly indefinitely providing it doesn't get contaminated with any foreign substances. Maybe keeping it in the fridge might help with this.
187704
Doubt it but my last one lasted at least 5 years and it is in southern California full sun for half the day- I replaced it then tho it was still usable but faded and looked poorly. I am very pleased with the replacement.
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As long as you keep it cool and away from light it will stay usable for at least a year..Refrigerate and it'll last even longer..
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We have not had this long enough to answer but would probably last longer by storing it over the winter. We are in the Palm Desert, CA area, and will bring it in over the heat and direct sun when we leave for an extended time. It is supposed to stand up to the weather but it is easy to move and store.