GE 450L Constant-On String Lights

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• Do not use seasonal products outdoors unless marked suitable for indoor and outdoor use. When products are used in outdoor applications, connect the product to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupting (GFCI) outlet. If one is not provided, contact a qualified electrician for proper installation.
• This seasonal use product is not intended for permanent installation or use.
• Do not mount or place near gas or electric heaters, fireplace, candles or other similar sources of heat.
• Do not secure the wiring of the product with staples or nails, or place on sharp hooks or nails.
• Do not let lamps rest on the supply cord or on any wire.
• Unplug the product when leaving the house, when retiring for the night, or if left unattended.
• This is an electric product—not a toy! To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury and electric shock, it should not be played with or placed where small children can reach it.
• Do not use this product for other than its intended use.
• Do not hang ornaments or other objects from cord, wire, or light string.
• Do not place lighting string on carpeting, drapes, furniture, or allow it to contact vinyl siding while the power is on.
• Do not perform any maintenance or troubleshoot for bad or broken lamps while the power is on.
• Do not close doors or windows on the product or extension cords as this may damage the wire insulation.
• Do not cover the product with cloth, paper or any material not part of the product when in use.
• This product is equipped with push-in type lamps. Do not twist lamps.
• This product employs overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or short-circuit situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product from the outlet. Also unplug any additional strings or products that may be attached to the product. Replace the fuse as per the user servicing instructions (follow product marking for proper fuse rating) and check the product. If the replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the product should be discarded.
• Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product.

CAUTION

• Do not install on trees having needles, leaves or branch coverings of metal or materials which look like metal.
• Do not mount or support strings in a manner that can cut or damage wire insulation.
• To reduce the risk of overheating, replace burned-out lamps promptly. Use 2.5 Volt, 0.425 Watt lamps only.

Use and Care Instructions

• When the product is placed on a live tree, the tree should be well maintained and fresh. Do not place on live trees in which the needles are brown or break off easily. Keep the tree holder filled with water.
• If the product is placed on a tree, the tree should be well secured and stable.
• Before using or reusing, inspect product carefully. Discard any products that have cut, damaged, or frayed wire insulation or cords, cracks in the lampholders or enclosures, loose connections, or exposed copper wire.
• When storing the product, carefully remove the product from wherever it is placed, including tree, branches, or bushes, to avoid any undue strain or stress on the product conductors, connections, and wires.
• When not in use, store neatly in a cool, dry location protected from sunlight.

User Servicing Instructions

Fuse Replacement

Before changing fuses, make sure the set is unplugged.

Fuses often blow because too many sets are connected end-to-end.

1. Grasp the plug and remove it from the receptacle or other outlet device. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
2. Using a flathead screwdriver, open the fuse cover. Slide open the fuse access cover on top of the attachment plug towards the blades.
3. Remove the fuse carefully. The plug may need to be turned over to empty the compartment.
4. Risk of fire. Replace fuse only with a 3 Amp, 125 Volt fuse (provided with product).
5. Close the fuse cover. Slide the fuse access cover on top of the attachment plug closed. Make sure the door is closed and fuses are completely covered.
6. Risk of fire. Do not replace attachment plug. It contains a safety device (fuse) that should not be removed. Discard product if the attachment plug is damaged.

Bulb Replacement

Before changing bulbs, make sure the set is unplugged.

REPLACEABLE FUSED LAMPS are identified by a white (or green) ring around the lampholder.

The first bulb (closest to the plug) and the last bulb (closest to the end connector) are REPLACEABLE safety fuse lamps.

Always replace burned-out bulbs promptly. If multiple bulbs are burned out, extra stress is put on the remaining bulbs, which can cause them to burn out prematurely.

1. Grasp the plug and remove it from the receptacle or other outlet device. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
2. Hold the bulb by its plastic base and pull the bulb/base straight out of the socket.
3. Replace the bulb with only a 2.5 Volt, 0.425 Watt super bright midget push-in type lamp provided with the product. Push the spare bulb/base assembly into the socket. Do not twist the bulb when inserting it into the socket. If bulbs are twisted, part of the set will not light.
4. If the spare bulbs provided have no plastic base or the plastic base does not fit, first remove the old bulb by straightening its wires and pulling the bulb straight from the base. Then, replace the new bulb by straightening its leads and aiming each wire into a separate hole in the plastic base. Make sure each bulb lead comes out an exit opening at the bottom of the plastic base. Bend each lead up so it fits closely against the narrow side of the plastic base.

Wattage and Connection Information

This lighting string is rated 61.2 Watts (0.51 Amps). Do not overload.

Connect other lighting strings or decorative outfits end-to-end up to a maximum of 216 Watts (1.8 Amps) total.

If connecting to a lighting string that does not have a Wattage (W) rating (found on the tag within 6 inches of the plug), calculate the wattage as follows: Multiply the current (0.51A) by 120 Volts (e.g., 0.51A x 120V = 61.2 Watts).

Add the wattage of each light string together for a total of 216 Watts or less. (Do not exceed 216 Watts.)

Maximum Connected Sets: 3 sets, 450 lights total.

2-YEAR LIGHTING LIMITED GUARANTEE

This product was pre-tested before shipment and date coded. It is intended for residential seasonal installation and use (90 days max. per year).

Nicolas Holiday Ltd.'s 2-year Limited Guarantee covers repair or replacement (same or equivalent) of this product within two (2) years from the date of purchase.

Troubleshooting tips are included in the use and care guide. If troubleshooting is unsuccessful, send your product prepaid along with a legible copy of your sales receipt to: St. Nick's Fix, 246 Spring Hill Road, Trumbull, CT 06611, Attention: Customer Service.

Providing the original UPC code will help expedite your request. When mailing the product back, please include your name, return address, contact phone number, and e-mail address. Allow four (4) to six (6) weeks for processing.

For more information, visit www.geholidaylighting.com or call customer support at 1-877-398-7337. Current operating hours can be found on our website.

EXCLUSIONS

This product is guaranteed only if it is used as intended. All accessories packed with this product, such as clips and stakes, are guaranteed for the first season only.

This Limited Guarantee does not cover:

• Commercial applications.
• Burned out bulbs/LEDs.
• Misuse or tampering.
• Batteries.
• Damage caused by improper consumer handling.
• Components that may weather, age or discolor due to a chemical reaction when exposed to UV, oils, heat, acid rain, atmospheric oxygen, and some salts.

Any implied guarantees, including without limitation the implied guarantees of MERCHANTABILITY and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, shall be limited to the duration of this Limited Guarantee. Otherwise, the repair or replacement, as provided under this Limited Guarantee, is the exclusive remedy of the consumer, and is provided in lieu of all other guarantees, express or implied.

In no event shall Nicolas Holiday, Ltd. be liable, whether in contract or tort (including negligence) for damages in excess of the purchase price of the product, or for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages of any kind, arising out of or in connection with the use of the product to the full extent these damages may be disclaimed by law.

Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the length of an implied guarantee, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Guarantee gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another.