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Sunforce Solar String Lights Overview and Installation Guide (How to set up and use tutorial)

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Jenny from the Shop

Jenny from the Shop

Күн бұрын

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@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
This product is available in store at Costco.
@suncoastandy5263
@suncoastandy5263 3 жыл бұрын
What I like about your video most is that you showed me how to shorten the space between lights so I don't have to shorten the string. I always hate cutting into light strings and LEDs are often designed for a certain load. Thanks for the great inspiration!
@leiaspillane3786
@leiaspillane3786 2 жыл бұрын
This is the first video about this that discussed the batteries. Thank you
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@joejohnson2657
@joejohnson2657 3 жыл бұрын
Well this video could not be more timely. My wife bought lights pretty much just like yours off of Amazon for our pergola. Ours is more of a square over our patio. The lights arrived yesterday. Different company...Brightech but the same Edison LED solar lights. We had cheapies before just like you. The bulbs eventually filled with rain water and that was the end of that story. The rain water froze in the winter and blew up a few. Hopefully the new ones will stand up to the weather. As always thanks for sharing!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help! See if yours need charged for three days beforehand too. That was the biggest lesson for me.
@joejohnson2657
@joejohnson2657 3 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop Mine says charge the solar panel for at least 8 hours before initial use.
@joejohnson2657
@joejohnson2657 3 жыл бұрын
Our solar panel is not as big as yours... maybe half the size.
@alexfesta6323
@alexfesta6323 2 жыл бұрын
after installation nothing worked ,everything done correctly if it still does not work . the bulbs need to be tightened
@Eva34Dud
@Eva34Dud Жыл бұрын
Lol this happened to me. Wouldn't work... bulbs are kind of special. We need to make sure they are tightened.
@debbiekenyon5731
@debbiekenyon5731 Жыл бұрын
Same with me I even bought another box from Costco and they still don’t work either and we’ve done everything the way it supposed to be. It’s not that hard. I’ll go and re-tighten my balls right now.
@lawrencejacobs6950
@lawrencejacobs6950 3 жыл бұрын
Just bought two boxes for my pergola and your video was very simple to understand. Thank you!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Oh awesome! Thank you!
@chrishouston6210
@chrishouston6210 Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing. This video was on point. Unfortunately I don’t have the version with the remote control, ugh. 😩
@thegreggreenlivestream5654
@thegreggreenlivestream5654 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this short and to the point. Extremly helpful😀
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I wanted to hit all the key features but not put people to sleep. 😅
@Woody54321
@Woody54321 Ай бұрын
Thank you Jenny. This video is very helpful. Cheers from Massachusetts
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! Cheers from Ohio!
@pt6108
@pt6108 7 күн бұрын
Excellent instructions! Thank you!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 7 күн бұрын
@@pt6108 Thanks for watching!
@marceaton3128
@marceaton3128 3 жыл бұрын
Hold onto that pointed stake for Vampires, Easy to follow directions. Thanks for sharing.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Lol🤣
@TG-qf5jn
@TG-qf5jn 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jen, I wanted to ask if a light string connected to another string that has the solar panel could work together? Or would I need a solar panel for each string?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I believe each string has it’s own panel. I don’t think there’s a way to connect the strings and use one panel.
@tobyswanger4653
@tobyswanger4653 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! It didn't show how to separate mounting bracket for install. I was trying to pry... 😅😅
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 5 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@staciekuebel2008
@staciekuebel2008 Ай бұрын
What is the auto option on back of panel??
@jackpotherrera
@jackpotherrera Жыл бұрын
Hey i bought mine but the light bulbs came separate and when I tried to attach them they didnt screw in. Have you heard of this or anybody else had this problem?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Жыл бұрын
That’s odd, mine were assembled and it had a spare I think. Are they from Sunforce?
@troyhenry3267
@troyhenry3267 2 жыл бұрын
So the lights will come on regardless if left on, however, with the remote, you can choose to turn them off? Right?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
It depends which model you buy. Sunforce makes some products that are dusk to dawn and come on automatically. My set in this video do not, you must turn them on/off with the remote. Or, turn them on at dusk and leave them until the stored power is used up. I think mine last around four hours if left on.
@troyhenry3267
@troyhenry3267 2 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop can you buy these online if not a Costco member?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
@@troyhenry3267 Yes! I have some saved in my affiliate link on Amazon www.amazon.com/shop/missdewaltjennifercline/photo/amzn1.spark.v2.spark.460def41-28d4-4389-a8be-8cdacc5b0c43
@charleshicks6109
@charleshicks6109 Ай бұрын
What size bit for screwing the G big screws? It does not say in the instructions manual.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Ай бұрын
I filmed this several years ago and honestly don’t know. I always hold the drill bit up to the screw and choose one slightly smaller. Sorry that isn’t a direct answer but it’s always best to not over drill the hole.
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
Does it need to be dark for these lights to work?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Bill! Mine will actually turn on during the day if I use the remote, but it’s kind of a waste so I only activate them at night.
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop Thanks, I'm looking at using them in a barn w/sensor outside...barn has no elec... Just wanna charge the sensor/batts outside & carry it in and connect to the string when i'm working in the barn...(The property is a fixerupper out in the country) ...Thx
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
@@BopKitBill Sounds lovely! I’m going to be doing the same idea with their motion type lights in my shed. I’m mounting the solar panel on the roof outside but the lights inside. Same deal, no electric. Depending what version you get of these lights, they might have a remote turn on vs dusk/dawn feature.
@babyh2121
@babyh2121 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! How long do the lights stay illuminated if they’re left on?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Probably about 4-5 hours. They’re always off by morning.
@darleneharding2461
@darleneharding2461 3 ай бұрын
So you charge not connecting to lights? Or connect to the lights?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 ай бұрын
Either or, but the panel button should be in the off position during the first charge. Thats the most important part.
@mriamy1
@mriamy1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, but could you tell me why my remote is not working???
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t want to answer for the company, I only put this video together for them. Possibly the battery has gone bad or the connection between the lights/panel is loose?
@paulherr1937
@paulherr1937 3 ай бұрын
Nuce Vud. Thank You.
@djjc76
@djjc76 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I got mine from Costco and was working perfectly fine with the remote. I switched it from ON to OFF and then ON to manually turn it on while outside. The remote control no longer works to turn them on or off (red light turns on on the remote control). Does anyone have a clue if I need to somehow reset this system?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
I’m not entirely sure, please reach out to their customer service at info@sunforceproducts.com
@wdeering11
@wdeering11 2 жыл бұрын
I have the same problem. I have two strings which were working together with the same remote, now neither respond to the remote.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
@@wdeering11 Please call their customer service number in the description. I only have one strand so didn’t have this problem.
@peterpostiglione5150
@peterpostiglione5150 2 жыл бұрын
@@wdeering11 hey did you ever figure out how to fix the remote?
@wdeering11
@wdeering11 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterpostiglione5150 no… but after contacting sunforce they sent me replacements a couple of weeks ago.
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Great video thanks! I need to position the solar panel further from the lights. Is there an adapter or some such that would facilitate that or could I make something?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Bill! I’m not sure, I don’t work for the company, I just made this video showing the product. Their customer service info is in the description though if you’d like to ask them. I did suggest some type of an extension last year when I put lights around my gazebo but staked the solar panel into the ground.
@rogisanchez7752
@rogisanchez7752 2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Great video. Quick question about the initial charge. So if the strings are not connected, is the switch supposed to be in the ON position? Thank you!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t know that it would matter because nothing would be trying to pull energy, but just in case, leave it in off, then attach, then flip on. Thank you for watching and I hope you love them! Sunforce is sending me more products to show soon.
@phildoublet6013
@phildoublet6013 2 жыл бұрын
How the heck do you open the battery compartment in the remote? You made it look so easy and I can't figure it out.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
I’m getting to this late, I’m sorry! You either figured it out or broke it out of frustration. If you look at one side, there are ridges you’ll need to push over towards the main compartment, then slide out. I might to a quick video on this.
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын
Cool video Jennifer
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын
Turned out very nice
@layetter9523
@layetter9523 2 жыл бұрын
Hello we have multiple strings of these lights and they aren't pairing together so the remotes are interfering and we can't get all the strings to be lit simultaneously. Please help!!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry you’re having trouble! I only made the demo video for Sunforce using one strand, so I don’t have that problem. Please contact the company for help, see description for info.
@lea_moore
@lea_moore 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! I bought the same product you have, the manual says it should charge for 3 days. Does the light bulb light up even after just 1 day of charging? Mine is not working with 2 days charged.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Mine lit up right away without charging prior, although you’re correct, the manual recommends three days prior. Double check the internal batteries are inserted properly and that the cord has a good connection. If it still isn’t working (mine need the remote to activate) call Sunforce directly.
@calcaldwell5470
@calcaldwell5470 2 жыл бұрын
Both my sets were working great but when I switched the panel off one set then on again, the remote no longer worked for that set. Batteries are fine of course. Have you seen this problem?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Cal! I only have this one set that I used for demonstration purposes. Are you able to contact customer service for Sun Force? I included their info in the description in case anyone had problems outside of my knowledge.
@RandomGlow444
@RandomGlow444 2 жыл бұрын
I have the same exact problem! I don’t know what to do!!
@nancyroberts6615
@nancyroberts6615 8 ай бұрын
Same problem here
@lindafong355
@lindafong355 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, does anyone know if using the remote is optional? Can the lights just go on when it gets dark without having to turn it on with the remote?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
As I understand it, the model at Costco is remote control activated, but there is a model on Amazon that’s dusk to dawn without the remote. www.amazon.com/dp/B08HQGLT3C/?coliid=I1TGX5WQFMIGQ6&colid=129V9WPY1Q8BD&psc=1
@kellykanehomechicpeek1139
@kellykanehomechicpeek1139 2 жыл бұрын
For the life of me, I cannot open the battery compartment on the remote. Does anyone have suggestions. I did it last year when we bought it, but can seem to open the thing.\
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kelly! Did the screws get stripped or deteriorate from exposure?
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
Only one bulb lights....the last one of string. So I unboxed another string and got the same? I suppose that means I'm doing something wrong. I didn't uncoil the strings since I simply want to test them before the install. Anyone know why only the last bulb in the string would light....also it's not dead bulbs as when I swap them to that socket they work....but only in that socket!
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
The panel needs charged before using but even so, I’d uncoil them. Possibly it’s interrupting the flow? If neither works, call or email their customer service. I put the contact info in the description. 💛
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop Had the panels alone in bright sun for 4 days
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
Oh, ok! Then uncoil the strands so you’ll know for sure.
@BopKitBill
@BopKitBill 2 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop Yup did that and got the same result....Out of 4 strands 3 have the end bulb syndrome and a 4th string is all dark....I called sunforce on got a message...told to email...out of patience though...and i act bought 6 strings tot but they all going back to costco....I'm a ret EE and tho they were cheap this is not a bargain...thxs for your effort tho
@trigeminalneuralgia1
@trigeminalneuralgia1 3 жыл бұрын
Can you leave them up year round…in the snow?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
I asked the company, they advised to store them for winter. 👍
@tornado9632
@tornado9632 2 ай бұрын
How long can they stay on till?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 ай бұрын
That sort of depends on how much light the panel gets. I’m in Ohio, and the lights typically last about 4-5 hours. They’re off when I wake up in the morning.
@tornado9632
@tornado9632 2 ай бұрын
@Jennyfromtheshop perfect thanks! I bought the product and am getting ready to try them out
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 ай бұрын
@@tornado9632 Hope you love them!
@priscillas3953
@priscillas3953 3 жыл бұрын
Hi quick question did you just install one box of lights? i bought 2 boxes and im trying the remotes and one set turns off and also turns off the other both remotes will not turn on both sets.... just wondering if anyone has had the same problem and how did you make your remotes work for the each set.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Priscilla! I only have one strand but the customer service email is info@sunforceproducts.com or the phone # is 1-888-478-6435. I don’t know if they’re programmable to turn on both? This is the first I’m hearing this particular issue. ❤️
@Peteqq1000
@Peteqq1000 3 жыл бұрын
I also brought 2 boxes of the solar light I had the same problem, it seem like the remote is interfere with 2 solar panel. 1 on and 1 off or vice-versa when the button pressed, I even separate the solar panel 15 foot apart still same. Going to call customer service for solutions.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
@@Peteqq1000 Yes, please call customer service. I only have the one strand but know the remotes are supposed to turn on/off each strand.
@Reagan68746
@Reagan68746 3 жыл бұрын
Hello , I had the same problems with the remote . I bought 10 boxes but when I turn on and off with remote only some on and others off .
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
@@Reagan68746 Hi Ryan! Please call customer service 888-478-6435 or email @sunforceproducts.com. I believe each strand is supposed to work independently.
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын
Nice informative video
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I worked hard on this! Hours of editing. 💪
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop its always the editing that takes longer then recording
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
@@AntonioClaudioMichael Yes, especially this much information with wording and everything. Glad you understand being a fellow creator.
@AntonioClaudioMichael
@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop never easy jam packing information in a short video and yes as a fellow creator I totally understand and you always kill it good work as always Jennifer hugs glad your doing well
@darleneharding2461
@darleneharding2461 3 ай бұрын
I didn't get a remote???
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 ай бұрын
Sunforce makes all kinds of kits with different features. Was yours supposed to include a remote? Is it listed on the box?
@BayouDad
@BayouDad 3 ай бұрын
My version didn’t have a remote.
@themayorbnb
@themayorbnb 3 жыл бұрын
Nice work in the vid. Heading to Vegas. Send me some numbers and luck 😎
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Red, 29 11
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t even know if what I said makes sense lol. First thing that came to mind. Good luck!
@JOSELOPEZ-sy1zu
@JOSELOPEZ-sy1zu Жыл бұрын
Remote is not working
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Жыл бұрын
That stinks! I added Sunforce’s customer service number to the description. I don’t work for them but they should be able to help.
@crazymike4894
@crazymike4894 3 жыл бұрын
Cool. 👍🏻
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mike!
@thepracticalaudiophile
@thepracticalaudiophile Жыл бұрын
Don't like them. No auto sensor for daylight or sundown to automatically turn on and off.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Жыл бұрын
Other variations of this product have dusk to dawn features. The one in this video has a remote control.
@thepracticalaudiophile
@thepracticalaudiophile Жыл бұрын
@@Jennyfromtheshop I was bummed because it looks very well made.
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop Жыл бұрын
@@thepracticalaudiophile It is well made, just doesn’t have that particular feature. I’d personally prefer the dusk to dawn option over manual on/off as well. Certain models are made to be sold in specific stores with slight variations.
@lensmeltzer1
@lensmeltzer1 2 жыл бұрын
There is nothing of value in this video that is not in the instructions or common sense. How many hours of direct sunlight does it need or will it charge with partial sunlight? How long will the lights stay lit in the evening before you are left in the dark. Is there warning light flickering lights, dimmed lights, or do they just turn off?
@Jennyfromtheshop
@Jennyfromtheshop 2 жыл бұрын
It needs direct sunlight as I mentioned in the video. The rest of the questions will vary depending on location however I’m in Ohio, so if I turn mine on at night (typically it gets dark around 8:30 - 9:00 pm) they will last about 4-5 hours and dim as the power drains to off. I created this instruction video at the direction of Sunforce, so any information you see is what they wanted me to cover. Their customer service information is in the description if you’d like more details.
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