Has anyone had luck fixing them once they stop working? I have 3 that only worked a few days, or not at all. I just received a reply from from the manufacturer of the solar lid lights. There is a clear film on top of the lid that needs to be removed! Has anyone had luck fixing them once they stop working? I have 3 that only worked a few days, or not at all. I just received a reply from from the manufacturer of the solar lid lights. ... » Read More Has anyone had luck fixing them once they stop working? I have 3 that only worked a few days, or not at all. I just received a reply from from the manufacturer of the solar lid lights. There is a clear film on top of the lid that needs to be removed! « Show Less
1598487
I threw them out. One didn't work right out of the box and the other lasted 1 week. I don't think there is any way of fixing them
1598488
Could be a function of bad batteries. Maybe try non-rechargeable batteries to see if that'ts the issue. If not, maybe water damage?
1598489
I have had the same problem. They looked nice fore a couple of evenings and then stopped. I have tried giving them more sun with no luck. I too, am looking for answers.
1119573
Mine were the same, tried new batteries, that didn't work so I sent them back. Too costly and I got frustrated with them. I really liked them when they worked!
1598490
Nope. Mine stopped working, too, after a couple months and I wasn't able to fix them. I think "solar" is misleading because it implies the energy source is, well, solar, and unending. Lasting.These are cool, but they're disposable. Just this side of dixie cups in permanence.
1598491
5 out of the 6 I bought quit working. I recently replaced the batteries and that did not work. They are junk.
1598492
I have not had a problem with mine yet...It has worked fine since I purchased it a few months ago.
1598493
Mine didn't work well when I got them. I purchased some rechargeable AAA batteries made for solar lights (about $5 for a 4 pack) and swapped out the batteries. They work great now and last all through the night even on cloudy days.
1598494
Hope someone has an answer, I have the same problem including one that leaks. What a waste of $$$
2214928
Mine weren't working at first. Before I went to dig into it, they started working. I'm not sure why. But they're still working and I've had the lights in for a few weeks now.
2103867
Take a chance and order new ones. I am now on my second timer. The 1st one stopped working after 3 days (in a test environment) but, the 2nd one has worked flawlessly for years now.
1706703
I have had no problems with my solar lampost. I have it just under 1 year. Maybe you need new batteries or check to see if they are snapped into place properly.
1002831
I had 4 of 8 solar lamps not working (They would go off after a few seconds or minutes). I sent an email to sahara@alpan.com and eventually she sent me 4 lamps.The problem was not the lamps but the BATTERIES.My suggestion: try with other batteries before requesting or buying a new solar lamp head.
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Hi! Sorry to hear you are having problems with your Wagan. I have two and have not had any problems with them, so far. Be sure that the light has been charged completely. No less than 8 hours and no more than 10 hours. Over charging or under charging can cause problems with performance. If that doesn,t resolve the issue you are having, you may want to contact Wagan Corporation at... (customerservice@wagan.com) or toll free in the U.S. & Canada (1.800.231.5806) I hope you can get the problem fixed without a hassle. I really like these spotlight lanterns. They were great to have when our power went out for thirteen hours after a tornado went through and knocked down power lines. Have a Great Day! V. Zink
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I assume you have the switch on and have allowed the unit to sit in full sunlight for 2 days but I had the same problem with two that I bought. I contacted the company that markets them and they were very helpful and replaced the defective units real fast. These have been working for over a year and are great accent lighting!!
74716
I see your point. You think the solar panel on the light should be sufficient to make these work without batteries, but that's not how it works. These lights have a small solar panel that is attached to the batteries and which charge the batteries to make them work. As opposed to regular batteries which will die within a few days, the solar panel charges and recharges these batteries to make them last a year or two.
1551556
So far I've had no issues with mine. They've been in my tank since September and I run them every night for 2 hours and so far so good, no lights have dropped yet. Sorry I can't help anymore than that
1235503
from what I have read, it is a common problem with these lights. Mine lasted about a week and the company is of no help either. I tried emailing them and they said that they only sold the lights. They then directed me to a place in China so I just stopped there.
1133848
If you have had the solar cell in sunlight then they are broken. I would ask for replacement. Ours worked right out of the box with no problem.
404177
Linda my name is Ron I live in WV and we have had a lot of rain I mean a lot of rain when the sun don't sun the light is not as bright as if it did shine. Myself I have had no trouble with the light I really think it's one of the best lights on market today. I've had my solar flag light for over a year and works as good now as if were new. Wait until the rainly days are over and and the sunshine a day, I think you'll see the light works very well.
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I responded earlier..but, while I have had previous success with this Timer (purchased at Home Depot who no longer carries them) and highly recommended them in my reply, I recently bought 8 from Amazon. I installed 6 with totally confidence.However, after thinking about it, I checked and found two not working!!! No wonder I was concerned when my veggie garden looked so poorly. Anyway, on one of the timers it was obvious that there was water inside the mechanism. When I went to replace it, there were some "lines" in he program area, but it was impossible to program. Should I sent them back? I responded earlier..but, while I have had previous success with this Timer (purchased at Home Depot who no longer carries them) and highly recommended them in my reply, I recently bought 8 from Amazon. I installed 6 with totally confidence.However, after thinking about it, I checked and found two not working!!! No wonder I was concerned when my veggie garden looked so poorly. Anyway, on one of the timers it was obvious that there was water inside the mechanism. When I went to replace it, there were some "lines" in he program area, but it was impossible to program. Should I... » Read More I responded earlier..but, while I have had previous success with this Timer (purchased at Home Depot who no longer carries them) and highly recommended them in my reply, I recently bought 8 from Amazon. I installed 6 with totally confidence.However, after thinking about it, I checked and found two not working!!! No wonder I was concerned when my veggie garden looked so poorly. Anyway, on one of the timers it was obvious that there was water inside the mechanism. When I went to replace it, there were some "lines" in he program area, but it was impossible to program. Should I sent them back? « Show Less
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Mine doesn't work very well either - maybe it isn't getting enough sun? There is a switch that toggles from max to energy saver output. Every once in a while I toggle that switch - just for fun, and I get a bright light for a few hours. Then nothing until I wait a few weeks and play with the switch again...
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I actually did replace one of mine with an LED just to test it out and almost no light comes out of it. The LED lights just don't seem to put out enough light. :( I would love to find some LEDs that do though considering I am running like 15 of these all night long.
2076031
The bulbs in mine quit working fairly reg. I sent a set back because the light went out within a week, they really need to improve the setup...The last few times the bulb quit I was able to get it working again by clearing the contact points (screw heads ) where the top connects to the bottom. I loosened the small Phillip's screws and retightened them on the wire then I used a tooth pick in the bulb holder to bend the contact points away from the side so it would contact the bulb. So far this has fixed mine the last 3 times they quit. As far as a bulb the only thing I found that MIGHT work is they sell a replacement lcd bulb for the old 3v MINI- MAG flashlights I found one a Lowes $5 for (2) but I haven't tried one yet..It is nice to have the Lights working I hope Hobbs fixes the poor workmanship of the lights I really like the salt & pepper set.
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Mined works and still does, contact amazon or the seller and ask for a new one. It could be defective. Try another unit first, then call it quits after that. It pretty straight forward 8 hrs of sun with the cord to the panel. Check to see if their are any switches for on / off. I don't think that is the case in this model. If not I have other solutions for lighting that work as well.