Approximately 6 hours in strong, direct sun.

The LCD display on the Control Box gives you real-time feedback on sun strength and power available in your battery

Yes – in fact, rain helps keep the panel clear of dust for better performance. Just make sure that after heavy storms the panel is clear of debris and has not shifted into shade or an indirect position.

One of your 3 hanging lights has an "eye" in the middle of the bulb. Press the light switch 4x until a small red light appears - the eye is now activated and your motion sensor will turn on with nearby movement, keeping the light on for 30 seconds before automatically turning off. If you want to use the hanging light just as a regular light, press the light switch until the small red light disappears.

Yes, you can use the wall charger adapter that plugs into a wall outlet (sold separately).

We don't recommend it. The SolarHome 625+ is a crossover product, and it was originally designed for daily use in regions of sub-Saharan Africa where average temperatures are always above freezing. If you plan to use your SolarHome 625+ in colder weather, ensure the Control Box is located indoors in a warm/temperature regulated environment. To protect the battery and safety of the unit, SolarHome 625+ will not function in extreme temperatures below -4F° (-20C°) or above 140°F (60C°)