TOUGH BRITE TM TUFGG Lantern 6-VOLT LANTERN Cordless, Rechargeable CORDLESS, RECHARGEABLE VEC146 IF YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR VECTOR PURCHASE, CALL TOLL FREE (866) 584-5504. IN MOST CASES A VECTOR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION OR COMMENT, GIVE US A CALL, YOUR FEEDBACK IS IMPORTANT TO US. KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW: This unit contains a built-in 110/120 volt AC charger. Use any household type extension cord for recharging. TO CHARGE: Charge 28 hours before first use. TO OPERATE: Simple two-position pushbutton. ADJUSTABLE 4-Position Beam OWNER S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. READ CARE- FULLY BEFORE USE, AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 4140 S.W. 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Tel: (954) 584-4446 Fax: (954) 584-5556 Toll Free: (866) 584-5504 www.vectormfg.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ AND COMPLY BEFORE USE 1. Do not use or charge in rain or damp conditions. 2. Keep away from children - this is not a toy. 3. Bulb gets very hot. Do not touch while operating. Allow 5 minutes for cooling before changing the bulb. 4. Do not place combustibles near bare lit bulb. Fire can result. 5. If the bulb becomes dirty or is touched, it must be cleaned. Clean the bulb with a lint-free cloth moistened with a window cleaner. Allow bulb to dry completely before re-installing. 6. Replace bulb with same type and rating only. 7. This Lantern contains a sealed lead acid battery - it must be disposed of properly. Dispose of used batteries properly. For more information on recycling batteries, please call toll free 1-800-822-8837 8. Recharge after each use or every 60 days. See instructions for proper charging techniques. Contact Vector Customer support for replacement parts or questions. (954) 584-4446 or toll free at (866) 584-5504. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing the TOUGH BRITE 6-VOLT LANTERN. This tough impact and break resistant Lantern offers features that are not available with any other Lantern. This Lantern is ideal for use Indoors or out, in the shop, garage, etc. The cordless feature allows use virtually anywhere. The TOUGH BRITE 6-VOLT LANTERN has a unique built-in 110/120 volt AC charger which means no more cords/adapters. Just use any household type extension cord for convenient recharging. The only thing a user should do after unpacking the lantern is to: 1. Fully read and understand the instruction manual. 2. Connect the lantern to a household extension for charging. 3. Remove the power switch safety tape. 4. Charge lantern for full 26-28 hours on AC/DC adapter/charger before use. KEY FEATURES Tough impact and break resistant housing Break resistant, O-ring sealed polycarbonate lens Built-in 110/120 volt AC charger Powerful quartz halogen beam: Secondary LED light provides 50 hours of continuos use on a single charge Includes 6-volt rechargeable battery Operates up to 1-1/2 hours on a fully charged battery Multi-position lantern head adjusts to fit any shop, auto or home situation 1
FIGURE 1 Bezel (2) Position Release Pushbutton (3) Lantern ON/OFF Switch (4) LED Charging Indicator (5) Lens (1) LED Area Light ON/OFF Switch (6) AC Charge Port (7) LED Area Light (8) OPERATION A two-position ON/OFF toggle switch controls the operation of the lantern. The lantern can be continuously lit for up to 1-1/2 hours on a full battery charge. Never operate the lantern during charging. Figure 1, shows the Lantern Lens (1), the Lantern Bezel (2), the Position Release Pushbutton (3), the Lantern ON/OFF Switch (4), the LED Area Light ON/OFF Switch (5), the AC Charger Port (6) and the LED Area Light (7). The lantern head adjusts to three positions. To release the current position of the Lantern head from a locked position, simply press the Position Release Pushbutton (3) to change the position of the lens head. AC CHARGING DO NOT operate Lantern while charging. Make sure that the AC charger is powered from the correct AC source. It must only be powered from 110 Volts AC 60 Hz and kept dry. Only use a household extension cord with this Lantern. Substituting for another way will damage the Lantern's internal charging circuits and void the warranty. To recharge the Lantern refer to Figure 2. Simply plug a household extension cord into the AC charge port located on the rear base of the Lantern. Plug the AC charger/adapter into a standard 110 VAC 60 Hz electric socket. Observe that the red LED lights, this indicates the Lantern is charging. A flashing red LED indicates the Lantern is fully charged. 2
DC CHARGING DO NOT operate Lantern while charging. Make sure that the DC charger is powered from the correct DC source. Use only the DC charger cord supplied with this unit. Use of any other may damage the Lantern's internal charging circuits and void the warranty. To recharge the Lantern simply plug the barrel end of the DC cord into the Lantern. Insert the large plug into any vehicle, portable or converter 12 volt DC power source. Observe that the red LED lights, this indicates the Lantern is charging. A flashing red LED indicates the Lantern is fully charged. OBSERVE ALL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS. NOTE: Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent heavy discharges between recharges will reduce battery life. The time required to fully recharge the battery depends on the charge status of the battery after it's use or storage. If the battery is discharged, recharge the battery until the red LED changes from steady lit to flashing. BATTERY DISPOSAL Non-Spillable Sealed Lead Acid Battery: This battery is fully recyclable and should be accepted at any location that accepts common ALWAYS RECYCLE automotive starter batteries. Examples of places that accept these batteries are: county or municipal recycling drop-off centers, scrap metal dealers and retailers who sell automotive replacement lead acid starter batteries. For more information on recycling this battery, call toll-free (877) 288-7722. PRBA PRBA BATTERY DISPOSAL WARNINGS: 1. Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion. 2. Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire). 3. Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can result in fines, or imprisonment. 3
SPECIFICATIONS Power Module 110 VAC to 7.2 VDC 1650 ma. UL Listed class 2 power supply. Battery....................Proprietary 6 Volt, 4 Amp Hour, Sealed, Lead- Acid. AC Adapter.................12 volt, 300 ma, Built-in. AC Adapter Charging Time......26-28 Hours. Charging Indicator LED will flash to indicate full charge. DC Charging Adapter/Cord.....with 0.5 Amp fuse DC Charging Time...........Approximately 26-28 Hours. Bulb......................H3, 6 volt, 15-watt quartz halogen (see note) Weight....................2.5 lbs. (1.1 kg). Main Beam Discharge time......approximately 90 Minutes. Area Light Discharge time.......more than 70 Hours DIMENSIONS Height....................7.0 in (17.8 cm) Length.....................9.0 in (22.9 cm) Base width/depth............4.0 x 8.5in (10.2 x 21.6 cm) NOTE: A H3, 6 volt, 15-watt quartz halogen may be used if a Vector replacement bulb is not available. 4
2 3 1 1. Reflector 2. Retaining Wire 3. Bulb Assembly 4. Retaining Screw 4 FIGURE 2 BULB ASSEMBLY BULB REPLACEMENT If you suspect the bulb is burned out: A Phillips screwdriver is the only tool required to replace the bulb; (replacement bulb H3 6 volt 15-watt Halogen quartz is required). The replacement procedure is as follows: 1. Make sure the Lantern switch is in the OFF position. 2. Pull the rubber bezel from the Lantern s reflector. 3. Using the Phillips screwdriver, unscrew two screws that secures the plastic band around the lens of the Lantern. 4. Lift the plastic band from the lens and carefully separate the lens glass and rubber gasket. 5. Carefully lift the reflector (1) and bulb assembly (3) out of the housing. 6. Unsnap the retaining wire (2) from the reflector s flange by pinching the two ends together and lifting. 7. Loosen the Phillips-head retaining screw (4) (no need to completely remove) to remove the bulb assembly from the reflector. 8. Slightly turn and lift out the bulb assembly from the back of the reflector. 9. Disconnect the bulb assembly (white wire) from the red power wire by separating the male spade terminal from the female terminal. 10. Insert the replacement 55-watt quartz halogen bulb assembly into the reflector flange. 11. Reverse the proceeding procedure to reassemble the Lantern. Replacement Lantern bulb assemblies are available from an electrical supply house. You may also call Vector s parts desk toll free (866) 584-5504 or visit our web site at www.vectormfg.com 5
CLEANING Over time, there may be dust or fingerprints on the Lantern. If necessary clean the Lantern with, a soft clean oil-free cloth moistened with household window cleaner. Do not use alcohol based cleaners on plastic surfaces. This will eventually cause surface clouding. If the inside of the reflector becomes dirty, disassemble as you would for bulb replacement and clean with window cleaner as above. BATTERY CARE Lead-acid batteries require recharging on a regular basis to maintain a full charge and to ensure good battery life. All lead-acid batteries suffer from self-discharge over time and more rapidly when they are stored at higher temperatures. Therefore, these types of batteries need periodic charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When the Lantern is not in use, Vector recommends that the battery is recharged at least every 60 days. All batteries must be recharged as soon as possible after each use. If a battery remains in a discharged state, battery life will be reduced. NOTE: Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent heavy discharges between recharges will reduce battery life. You cannot overcharge the battery. The time required to fully recharge the battery depends on the charge status of the battery after it's use or storage. If the battery is discharged, recharge the battery until the red LED changes from lit to unlit. BATTERY REPLACEMENT The rechargeable battery is contained in the base of the Lantern. The battery should be replaced when it does not hold a charge or power the Lantern. You will need a 6 volt, 3 ampere hour replacement battery, and a Phillips screwdriver (number 1 size) four inches long or similar. The procedure to replace the battery is as follows: 1. Set the Lantern on its' side. 2. Unscrew the two small screws located on the bottom of the base of the Lantern. 3. Pull battery cover down and placing both thumbs on top of battery, pull the battery down and toward you to lift the battery out. 4. Lift the battery away from the base. 5. Observe the battery connections red wire and black wire. 6. Remove the slide-off connectors from the battery tab connectors. 7. Note that the tabs are different sizes to avoid polarity mistakes. 8. Set the disconnected battery aside. 9. Place the red and black wire connectors on the new battery. 10. Make sure the red wire connector is on the POS (+) terminal and the black wire terminal is on the (-) terminal. 11. Check Lantern for operation by turning on the switch. 6
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein. This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge. The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users. Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will not be responsible for any amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances. Incidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty. This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage to units from misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources. RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid to Vector Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector Manufacturing within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge. If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than two years from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free of charge. If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at Vector Manufacturing s option. A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period. The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days. During the warranty period, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will be responsible for the return shipping charges. LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries, defects resulting from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions, discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to follow instructions for care and maintenance, fire, flood and Acts of God. If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department at (954) 584-4446 or Toll Free at (866) 584-5504 for general repair information and charges if applicable. You may also contact us through our website at www.vectormfg.com. STATE LAW RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights; other rights, which vary from state to state, may apply. TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Contact Vector Manufacturing Technical Support by telephone, fax or mail. We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit. When returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy) and a description of the reason for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the unit, we will make every effort to return it to you within four weeks. WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing. Enter VEC146 as Model and TOUGH BRITE 6-Volt Lantern as Product Type. All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. products must be registered within 10 days of purchase to activate this warranty. Mail the completed registration form, along with a copy of the original sales receipt to: ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE / VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd. 4140 SW 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 PH: 954-584-4446 TOLL FREE: 866-584-5504 Fax: 954-584-5556. You may also contact us at our web site www.vectormfg.com. WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE. DS032504