SOUTHWEST GAS

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CONVERT YOUR GAS LAMP

STEP ONE

Click for Low Voltage Conversion

Click for Solar Conversion

STEP TWO

Click for ARC Forms

(*The Montecito HOA does not endorse, advertise or receive any commission or compensation for the above mentioned products. This is strictly for informational purposes only.)

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Click for Eagle Finial

Click for Rain Shield

Click for Soft Mantles

Click for Ladder Rests

Click for Paint

(must be FLAT BLACK rust resistant, high heat)

MAINTAINING YOUR PROPERTY

Each owner is responsible for maintaining their own lamp post. If an owner needs help painting poles, replacing mantles or converting lamp heads, you can have your landscaper, general contractor, plumber, fellow neighbor, friend or handyman help you with your lamp.

REPAIR & PAINTING VIDEOS

Video Mantle Replacement

Video Rust Removal and Paint

Video Update or Replace a Lamp

Video Replacing Gas Lamp

Video Running Wire Under Turf

UPDATE YOUR LAMP TO LOW VOLTAGE OR SOLAR

STEP ONE

Choose a 4-sided solar lamp head or low voltage conversion kit as long as it meets the following specs:

Brightness: 300-500 Lumens
Light Color: 2700-3000k Soft White
Same Housing Design: 4-sided glass design
Same Housing Size: 10-11 inches x 10-11 inches x 19-20 inches
Battery (Solar): Minimum 14hr Battery

STEP TWO

Submit Montecito ARC. Make sure your ARC submission specifies all checklist details about your new light:

Montecito ARC (FREE)

STEP THREE

Once your FREE Montecito ARC is approved, submit your Southern Highlands ARC

Southern Highlands ARC ($25)

If you're more comfortable with your old gas lamp, keep it. Please see the instructions for soft mantle replacement.

SOFT MANTLE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS (THE PART THAT BURNS)

For best results, change both mantles at the same time.

(*Optional) Turn gas off, allow lamp to cool. Remove and wash all glass panes (using heat resistant gloves if needed)
Remove old mantle rings from burner tips, as well as old mantle debris.
Carefully remove gas mantle from package. Insert ceramic ring onto burner nozzles, twist 1/4 turn to let rings rest on nozzle shelf.
Gently pull soft mantle down and shape it using both hands to adjust bag shape.
Replace all but one of the glass panes back into the light.
(*Optional) WITH THE GAS STILL TURNED OFF, using a lighter or matches to burn the coating off each mantle. Let mantles cool 2 to 3 minutes.
DO NOT TOUCH MANTLES. They are very fragile once burned.
Turn gas on slowly and light the new mantles.
Replace the last pane of glass into the light head.
After a few hours, mantles will shape-up completely (auto form) and produce maximum light. Each mantle is unique and will shape itself differently.

Montecito CC&R Section 9.8 Gaslights; Maintenance of Gaslights

Each Owner shall maintain in good and operating condition the exterior security landscape gaslighting (if any) installed by Southwest Gas Corporation or similar entity on the exterior and/or front yard area of the Dwelling ("Gaslights"), provided that the Association shall be responsible for maintaining and replacing the glass partitions of Gaslights (with the cost of such Association maintenance and replacement to be a Common Expense) and the Association shall have an easement over Units for such purpose. Absent prior written approval of the ARC, in its sole discretion, no Owner may delete, modify, or change any Gaslight or part thereof as initially installed by Declarant. If any Owner shall fail to so maintain such exterior Gaslight, or permit such lighting to fall into disrepair, or delete or modify such lighting without prior approval of the ARC, the Association shall have the right to correct such condition, and the Owner shall be solely liable for the costs thereof and any and all costs reasonably related thereto, all of which costs may be assessed against such Owner as a Special Assessment under this Declaration.

Electric vs. Solar

Is there an advantage to low voltage vs. Solar?

Solar lighting tends to fade through the night; especially in winter when it may be dimmer even at start if it has not collected enough light. Low-voltage doesn't need to be recharged with sunlight and is a more consistent light in winter months.
Solar typically requires more maintenance over time but doesn't require a plug and wire.
Low voltage can be more easily repaired part by part if needed but does require a single low voltage landscaping wire.
Solar is is simple as removing the old lamp and replacing with new solar lamp. No wires are involved.
Low Voltage Maintenance - The low voltage electrical system just needs the LEDs replaced every few years (generally 4 to 6) and a photocell that might need replacement every couple of years. The glass is also replaceable if needed.
Solar Maintenance - replace the battery every 2-3 years and maybe the LED brick at some point within the 10-year period. Other components that may need to be replaced are generally the charge controller and solar panel. No replacement glass is available. If any glass breaks, you must get a new unit.