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Nite GuardSolar Powered, Night Predator control light
Maintenance-free, solar-powered units require neither batteries nor electricity
Units are completely sealed, protecting against moisture and are high/low temperature resistant
Red flashing LED light automatically turns on at dusk and off at full daylight
Concept is simple, but it WORKS! Predators believe the flash to be the eye of another organism and feel threatened, so they stay away
Protects against owls, coyotes, opossum, raccoons, fox, bobcats, muskrats, bear, cougar, wild boar, mink, weasels and many more nocturnal predators
Multiple unit locations are most effective. Our knowledgeable sales associates will be happy to recommend what is best for your setup.
Nite Guard Installation Instructions |
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Nite Guard FAQ Information Sheet
Q: How do these lights work?
A: This is a state of the art solar powered unit that has a red, flashing light that turns on at dusk and turns off at dawn. No switches, it’s all automatic. It has a solar panel on the top of the unit that charges with direct daylight (does not have to be sunlight). The flash of the light is the critical part. Animal behaviors experts have determined that predators believe the flash to be the eye of another organism and feel threatened…so they stay away from the area.
Q: How do the lights get powered?
A: Upon receipt of the Nite Guard make sure to remove the black, Protective tape that covers the solar panel. Simply place the light outside in the area to be placed. The area should receive a minimum of 4 hours of daylight. You should notice the light flashing that same night, but sometimes it can takes 3-4 days for the light to be fully charged and operate properly. If the light is placed in an area where it may not receive enough sunlight to maintain its charge you may see the operation of the light become weal or even stop. In this situation, simply place the light in direct sunlight for a 3-4 day period and it will fully charge up again. This product is designed for outside use. Light activated Nite Guard turns on automatically at dusk and turns off at full daylight, so in addition to the dark of light, the light also provides protection at two critical times of day—dusk and dawn. This is important because, hawks in particular, are active during these times and are repelled by the flash—resulting in them often leaving that area permanently.
Q: Do I need batteries for the light?
A: No, the Nite Guard is solar powered, so there are no batteries to change or electric cords to plug in.
Q: Are the lights weather-proof?
A: Yes, they are completely sealed to protect them against moisture and they are low/high temperature resistant.
Q: How long will the lights work?
A: The average life of a Nite Guard is 3 years, if the light is used continually. We have has some lights that have lasted for up to 5-7 years, but the norm is 3 years. If the lights are used seasonally then the lights will last probably twice as long. You can store the lights during your “off season” by placing the lights indoors where daylight will not hit the solar bar. The lights will flash until the battery runs out. When you want to use the lights again just follow the same instructions as you would to charge a brand new light.
Q: How far does the Nite Guard work?
A: High in the air the lights can be seen for a long distance, depending on the lay of the land. A flat open area with four Nit Guards placed at 10’ for owls will protect an area of half a mile in each direction.
Q: Does each light only work in one direction?
A: Yes, it is only one directional and has an approx. 30 degree angle of sight as one moves to the right or left away from it. This explains why the need for 50 to 100 foot spacing on the ground.
Q: Is there some type of guarantee on these lights?
A: Yes, we offer a one-year guarantee on the lights. If the lights stop flashing, flashed intermittingly or flashed weakly and you purchased the light within the past year, just return it and you will receive a new one at no charge. The lights are weather sealed and therefore cannot be repaired. Please contact our company to receive instructions on properly returning your product or visit the Guarantee page on the website.
We also offer a Money Back Guarantee. If the customer is not completely satisfied with the Nite Guards we encourage them to call out predator control experts and get help with specific placement. We may be able to make suggestions that will enhance the success of the lights. If they have already done this with no success or simply want to return the product, they can do so up to 60 days after their purchase. Please contact out company to receive instructions on properly returning your product or visit the Guarantee page on the website.
Q: How do I mount the lights?
A: Each unit has a tab on the to which will accept a screw for mounting on a post or stake. Even though they are very well built, so not attempt to hammer on or jar the unit excessively as this could cause internal damage.
Q: Can I buy just one light?
A: Yes, of course. However, we have found if multiple light settings are not used the predator will come into the area form a direction where they do not see the flash. Remember, the lights are one directional and night predators are smart and determined to enter your area. Most ground predators will attempt to approach from the direction where the light is not placed. Once this area is covered adequately, both for owls and ground predators, your problems are over and you can sleep like a baby at night.
Q: Can I use the light as a security system?
A: Yes, we have many customers that use the lights at their cabins or property. The red flashing light located near an entry door or driveway can give the impression to humans that a security system is installed there. Even placing a sign located near the lights stating that a security system is in place in that location can provide an extra deterrent. It makes the intruder think twice about entering that area.
Q: What’s the best way to place the lights for use against flight predators like owls/hawks?
A: For owls we recommend that you purchase at least 4 lights and place those 4 lights (each facing a different direction N,S,E,W) on one post and place the post in the center of the area to be protected. Pit the lights 10-14 feet high on the post. This will ensure that your entire area will be covered with each direction they are facing. You may need to adjust the height of the lights based on factors like the height of the lower branches of surrounding trees as this is where owls will perch before going in for the kill. Or if you are not located on flat ground you will need to adjust the height of the lights as well. For example, if located on a hill adjust the lights lower of it located in a valley adjust the lights higher. Approx. eye level to the predatory is the key.
Q: What other predators does the Nite Guard work against?
A: All night predators will be repelled by the flash of the light: fox, opossum, bobcats, coyotes, muskrats, raccoons, bear, cougar, mountain lion, wild boar, mink, skunk, weasels, blue heron, deer hawks and intruders. If the customer is asking about a predator not listed here, please contact us to see if the light will work against that predator. We learn new applications for the light often and might be able to assist with your customer’s predator problem.
Q: What’s the best way to place the lights for use against small ground predators?
A: For predators like raccoons, opossum, skunk and all other small ground predators put the lights approx. 50 feet apart around you entire perimeter (all four sides of the area) and place them eye level to the predators approx. 10-15 inches off the ground. If the area has sides longer than 50 feet more lights should be used on each side. Also, if not located on flat grounds you will need to adjust the lights lower or is located in a valley adjust the lights higher. Approx. eye level to the predatory is key.
Q: What’s the best way to place the lights for use against large ground predators?
A: For predators like fox, coyote, bobcat, wild boar, mountain lion, bear and all other larger ground predators put the lights approx. 100 feet apart around you entire perimeter (all four sides of the area) and place them eye level to the predators approx. 20-30 inches off the ground. If the area has sides longer than 100 feet more lights should be used on each side. Also, if not located on flat grounds you will need to adjust the lights lower or is located in a valley adjust the lights higher. Approx. eye level to the predatory is key.
Q: How do I place the lights to stop deer?
A: Deer are perhaps the most destructive nocturnal animal in modern times; they are also the most intelligent. They are very hard to deter from an area and will ignore most attempts to stop them from getting at the food they want. They also act differently than a predatory type animal and so we need to approach the placement if the lights differently.
Having said that we have found great success with the following placement: Four Nite Guard lights placed in a single post or pole 4’ high with each light facing a different direction. Center the post in the area to be protected—and then the MOST CRITICAL PART move the post approx. every 3-4 days. If you do not move the post with the lights (10’ to 20’ or more) the deer will begin to feel safe seeing them in the exact same position night after night and will not be deterred from the area.
You could also use a perimeter type placement against deer, placing the lights 100 feet apart and approx. 4 feet high. Again you will need to move the lights around the perimeter, so the deer will not pattern the lights and get used to them.
A suggestion for the customer’s is to use the Nite Guard in conjunction with some of the other ‘weapons’ they may already have in their ‘arsenal’ against deer. Most people with deer problems are very well aware of the deer’s intelligence and know that they get used to things easily. An example to give them: Use the Nite Guard lights along with some type of “urine spray”. To the deer not only will they “see” the predatory (the flash of light), but they will also “smell” the predatory. This can be a very powerful deterrent for deer.
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