What is a easy way to clean solar powered lights
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you should use a damp lint-free cloth and gently wipe down the collector panel. Make sure to remove any dust, dirt or grime that may accumulate with time. Keep in mind that these lights are placed outdoors, so dirt, dust and bugs will be easily deposited on top of the panel. It is very important to keep the solar panel clean and it is even more important to wipe it gently. Do not brush the panel down because it is a very delicate piece. Once you have cleaned the panel you can wipe it with a dry cloth.
You could wipe with a damp cloth to see if its dirt & pollution then check this site for restoring your solar lights.
http://www.ehow.com/how_8035126_clean-fix-solar-light-cell.html
After you clean with soft damp cloth dry and apply finger nail polish to keep out dirt and grime.
I wonder if car headlight cleaner would work. It is meant to remove the yellowing on the plastic and make it clear again.
I take mine apart with a screwdriver, dry each part carefully (Q-tips help), remove the battery. After it is all clean and dry I put them back together. Sometimes the battery has shorted out or corroded and needs to be replaced. Don't laugh, but, years ago I was taught to use cola to clean corrosion from battery connections. It works!