How to get started: Remove the lights from their package and assemble the solar panel to the ground stake. Set up your lights wherever you are going to have them be displayed. Anchor the solar panel into the ground facing the direction that receives the most sun. Charge for at least 6-8 hours for 8-10 hours of use. Once turned on, lights will automatically charge during the day and light up during the night. Note: If there is too much ambient light around the solar panel, the panel will not detect that it is dark outside.