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Confirmed identity and set configuration
The surviving manual identifies Portfolio Outdoor model 00289 as item 0317218 and describes it as a set of two solar landscape lights. The package list includes a solar head, post, stake and battery cover, so those pieces are useful identification clues when the retail box is gone. Because this is a solar product, do not troubleshoot it like a wired 12-volt landscape fixture. Its performance depends on the rechargeable battery, solar collection, daylight sensing, internal contacts and the mechanical condition of each individual light.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Use the second light as a built-in control
A two-light set gives you an unusually useful diagnostic advantage. Put both 00289 lights side by side in the same full-sun location for a day. At dusk, compare turn-on time, brightness and runtime. If one performs normally and the other does not, sunlight exposure is no longer the leading explanation. Swap only serviceable components allowed by the design, one at a time, and record the result. This A/B method is much stronger than guessing whether a cloudy day, battery or solar head caused the failure.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Battery replacement should be evidence-based
A solar light that turns on but fades quickly often has a rechargeable cell that has lost capacity. Open the battery compartment only as directed by the manual and read the original battery markings before buying a replacement. Match chemistry, nominal voltage, physical size and terminal arrangement; capacity can be equal or appropriately higher only when compatible with the charging circuit. Never substitute a disposable alkaline battery into a solar charging circuit. Clean light oxidation from contacts without removing protective plating, then retest after a full charging cycle.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
No light at dusk: test the daylight logic
A completely dark 00289 may still have a charged battery. Clean the solar surface, make sure the battery is seated correctly, and cover the solar collector fully to simulate darkness. If the LED turns on when the panel is covered, the fixture can illuminate and the normal installation may be receiving stray light at night or inadequate sun by day. If it stays dark, compare it with the working mate from the set. That comparison helps separate a failed battery from a solar-head or internal-control problem.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Short runtime is a measurement, not a vague symptom
Instead of saying the light “doesn’t last,” time it. Note sunset, turn-on time, when output visibly drops and when it shuts off. Repeat after a sunny day. Then perform the same test with the companion light. A large runtime difference under identical conditions points to a component-level problem in the weaker unit. Similar short runtime in both lights points toward seasonal sunlight, panel contamination, shading or batteries aging together. Measured runtime makes the repair decision far clearer.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Stake and post repairs
The manual’s separate post and stake pieces mean a leaning light does not automatically require replacing the solar head. Remove the assembly from the soil carefully so the post is not twisted against brittle plastic. Inspect the stake shoulder and post connection, measure both, and look for cracks caused by lawn equipment or frozen ground. If an exact stake is unavailable, a substitute must fit mechanically without forcing the post or changing the light’s balance. Avoid burying the solar head lower to compensate for a broken stake because that reduces useful exposure.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Water inside the battery area
Condensation or water in the battery compartment can corrode contacts and create erratic dusk operation. Inspect the battery cover, mating surfaces and any gasket or lip. Dry the compartment completely before testing. If corrosion has eaten through springs or terminals, a battery alone will not solve the problem. Do not permanently seal the housing with random adhesive until you understand how the original cover opens and drains; trapping moisture can make the failure worse.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Winter and shaded-location diagnosis
Solar lights can appear defective when the real problem is a seasonal energy deficit. Low sun angle, shorter days, snow cover and tree shade reduce charge input while cold batteries may deliver less usable capacity. Move the 00289 temporarily to an open sunny location and compare it with its mate. If performance returns, relocation or seasonal expectations are the solution. If one remains weak beside a healthy companion, focus on its battery, contacts and solar head.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Replacement strategy for a discontinued two-light set
When one fixture cannot be repaired, decide whether visual matching or consistent performance matters more. A single modern solar light may look different and switch on at a different brightness or color. For a symmetrical walkway, replacing both as a pair can look cleaner. If preserving the original appearance matters, retain the healthy fixture and search by both model 00289 and item 0317218, then verify dimensions before buying used stock. Used solar fixtures often need fresh rechargeable batteries even when the housings are intact.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Create a simple annual maintenance routine
At the start of the outdoor season, clean both solar panels, inspect stakes and posts, check battery compartments for corrosion, and run a side-by-side overnight comparison. Label the underside of each fixture so you can track which one has weaker runtime. This takes minutes and catches deterioration before a light fails completely. Keep model 00289 and item 0317218 in your maintenance record along with the battery specification printed on the original cell.
For model 00289, keep item 0317218 with your photos and measurements. Confirm the exact electrical rating and physical fit from the fixture label or original documentation before substituting parts; similar-looking Portfolio products are not automatically interchangeable.
Related Portfolio repair resources
Continue with the Portfolio model parts directory, master model technical database, and troubleshooting center when the fault extends beyond this exact fixture.