How Do You Clean Solar Street Lights?
Oct 31, 2024
After the solar street light is installed, does it need maintenance? This is a question that many users who install solar street lights have. Solar powered LED street lights, like other lamps, actually need maintenance. But you don't have to worry too much. The maintenance of solar led street lights is very simple. You only need to check and clean the components of solar street lights regularly. Because solar street lights are generally used outdoors, if they are not cleaned for a long time, some dust and dirt will accumulate on the surface, which will affect the luminous efficiency of the solar panel. In the long run, it will affect the normal operation of the solar street light.
Before cleaning solar panels, please prepare cleaning tools: a soft brush or sponge, a soft cloth, clean water, and an appropriate amount of mild detergent.
First, you need to clean the dust and debris on the solar panel. Here you can use a soft dry cloth to wipe it first. The action must be gentle to prevent the solar panel from being scratched. But if the dirt on the solar panel is stubborn and cannot be easily wiped off, you can use a damp cloth to wipe it. Soak the soft cloth and then wipe the solar panel.
For a more thorough cleaning, you can also use a mild neutral detergent to clean the solar panel. Add a mild detergent to warm water to make a cleaning solution, then dip a soft cloth or sponge into the fused solution, and then clean the surface in a circular motion to remove stubborn dirt. But remember to make sure the solar panel is dry before reusing it.
First, turn off the solar street light and open the battery compartment of the solar led street lights. If you find white powder on the metal surface, use a soft, fine brush or fine sandpaper to remove the white powder on the battery and the shell. Then check if there are corroded battery terminals in the battery compartment. Use a mixture of baking soda and water to remove the corrosion. Make a paste and apply it to the corroded area with a small brush (such as a toothbrush). Scrub gently until the corrosion disappears, and wipe with a damp cloth to remove all residues. Then you need to wait for the terminals to dry completely before reinserting the battery.
If you find that the battery is severely corroded, please replace it immediately to avoid affecting the normal operation of the commercial solar powered street lights.
Any item that wants to operate stably for a long time cannot be separated from inspection and maintenance. Cleaning solar street lights is an important step in maintenance. Dust and debris accumulate on the surface of solar powered LED street lights, which will hinder the photoelectric conversion efficiency, reduce the brightness of solar street lights, and even affect the service life of solar led street lights. Therefore, you must pay attention to the cleaning and maintenance of solar street lights.
How to clean solar street lights?
Cleaning solar street lights generally includes three parts: solar panels, batteries, and lampshades. Keeping the components of solar powered LED street lights clean can effectively extend the service life of solar street lights.1. Cleaning solar panels
Avoid noon when cleaning solar panels. When the sun is hot, you can choose early morning or evening to prevent high temperature damage or rapid evaporation of water to leave water stains.Before cleaning solar panels, please prepare cleaning tools: a soft brush or sponge, a soft cloth, clean water, and an appropriate amount of mild detergent.
First, you need to clean the dust and debris on the solar panel. Here you can use a soft dry cloth to wipe it first. The action must be gentle to prevent the solar panel from being scratched. But if the dirt on the solar panel is stubborn and cannot be easily wiped off, you can use a damp cloth to wipe it. Soak the soft cloth and then wipe the solar panel.
For a more thorough cleaning, you can also use a mild neutral detergent to clean the solar panel. Add a mild detergent to warm water to make a cleaning solution, then dip a soft cloth or sponge into the fused solution, and then clean the surface in a circular motion to remove stubborn dirt. But remember to make sure the solar panel is dry before reusing it.
2. Clean the battery
Because the use environment of solar led street lights is outdoors, if you encounter the rainy season, the long-term humid environment will make the battery more easily oxidized. If the problem is not discovered in time, the solar street light may be permanently damaged. It is generally recommended that the battery of the solar street light be checked every three months. If the climate environment is special, you can increase the inspection frequency so that problems can be prevented and discovered in time.First, turn off the solar street light and open the battery compartment of the solar led street lights. If you find white powder on the metal surface, use a soft, fine brush or fine sandpaper to remove the white powder on the battery and the shell. Then check if there are corroded battery terminals in the battery compartment. Use a mixture of baking soda and water to remove the corrosion. Make a paste and apply it to the corroded area with a small brush (such as a toothbrush). Scrub gently until the corrosion disappears, and wipe with a damp cloth to remove all residues. Then you need to wait for the terminals to dry completely before reinserting the battery.
If you find that the battery is severely corroded, please replace it immediately to avoid affecting the normal operation of the commercial solar powered street lights.
3. Clean the lampshade.
The lampshade is a protective shell outside the LED light source. The lampshade can prevent the light source from being damaged and extend its service life. However, if it is not cleaned for a long time, a lot of dust will accumulate on the lampshade, which will seriously affect the brightness of the solar powered outdoor street lights. The method of cleaning the lampshade is actually the same as that of the solar panel. Just wipe it with a soft cloth. If the stain is stubborn, you can use a neutral detergent to clean it, but make sure it is dry before installation.Things to note when cleaning solar street lights
1. Turn off the power.
Before cleaning solar powered outdoor street lights, you must make sure that the power to the street lights is turned off to avoid any electrical problems. This step is crucial even though most solar lights run at low voltage.2. Eliminate safety hazards.
No matter what work you do, please remember safety first. Before cleaning solar street lights, be sure to check whether there are obstacles or debris around that may cause trips or falls. If you need to reach higher panels, make sure your ladder or footstool is stable. Only after the protective work is done can you start working with peace of mind.3. Choose the right time.
When cleaning commercial solar powered street lights, be sure to choose the right time; try to choose early morning or evening to clean solar powered outdoor street lights; avoid high temperatures and direct sunlight; and prevent excessive temperatures from damaging solar panels.4. Use mild neutral detergent.
When cleaning any component of the solar street light, if you need to use a detergent, please choose a neutral mild detergent; avoid using strong acid or strong alkaline detergents. You can also use soapy water or clean water to avoid damaging the solar street light.5. Prevent water from penetrating.
When cleaning the solar street light, use as little water as possible to avoid water from penetrating into the solar street light, into the battery, wiring port, or lamp head. Avoid directly washing the commercial solar powered street lights with water, even if the street light is waterproof, especially in high humidity or rainy seasons. Be especially careful and pay extra attention.Any item that wants to operate stably for a long time cannot be separated from inspection and maintenance. Cleaning solar street lights is an important step in maintenance. Dust and debris accumulate on the surface of solar powered LED street lights, which will hinder the photoelectric conversion efficiency, reduce the brightness of solar street lights, and even affect the service life of solar led street lights. Therefore, you must pay attention to the cleaning and maintenance of solar street lights.
