Cateye VOLT800 HL-EL471RC User manual

RECHARGEABLE HEADLIGHT
HL-EL471RC
Manual
1. Connect the light unit to your PC or a
commercial USB battery charger using
the USB cable. ( 1– 2)
The switch indicator turns on and
charging starts.
* If using a cradle (optional), the indicator
on the cradle turns on.
Indicator light State
On Charging (500 mA charging)
Flashing slowly (1 A charging)
Off Charging is completed
* When your PC is in sleep state, the unit
cannot be charged.
* Use a USB battery charger of 500mAh
(USB2.0) or more.
The cartridge can be fast-charged with
high capacity USB battery charger.
* If the indicator flashes rapidly, there is a charg-
ing error. Remove the cable and try again.
2. After charging is completed, remove
the USB cable, and install the charge
jack cover.
* Charging and lighting times are approxi-
mate values, and will vary by environmen-
tal and user conditions.
* The optional cradle2 not only lets you charge
the battery by itself, but also gives you the
option of using it as a mobile battery.
Before using the light, please read this manual
and the included separate sheet “LITHIUM-ION /
LITHIUM-ION POLYMER BATTERIES” thoroughly, and
keep them for future reference.
HOW TO CHARGE
1
CAUTION!
• Before your trip, please make sure the light is firmly
mounted to the bracket, it lights up, and the light is not
blocked by baggage, etc.
• Do not place it within children’s reach.
• Always attention to the remaining battery power by check-
ing the indicator periodically while using.
• In preparation for unexpected battery shutoff, we recom-
mend you carry a spare cartridge battery and light.
• Mounting the light unit too close to a wireless computer
may adversely affect the reading of the computer.
• This product is water-resistant under normal daily use and
can be used in the rain. However, do not intentionally sub-
merge it in water.
• If the light unit or parts become dirty with mud, etc., clean
with a soft cloth which is moistened with mild soap. Never
apply paint thinner, benzine or alcohol; damage will result.
• Dispose of used cartridge batteries appropriately according
to local regulations.
Before Initial Use
This unit is shipped with a small charge to check the light.
Be sure to charge it before use, according to the instructions
“HOW TO CHARGE”.
1. Mount the bracket to the handlebar.
(1– 3)
2. Insert the light unit into the bracket
until it clicks, and adjust the beam
angle. ( 4)
3. To remove the light unit, pull out it
forward while pressing down on the
release button ( 5).
* To re-adjust the beam angle, loosen
the dial enough to move the bracket,
and firmly tighten it after adjustment.
* The light can be mounted under the
handlebar.
CAUTION!:
• Be sure to tighten the dial by hand.
When you tighten it too hard with
a tool, the screw thread may be
stripped.
• Check the dial and screw (*1) on the
bracket periodically, and use them
without any loosening.
• Round off the cut edge of the bracket
strap to prevent injury.
HOW TO MOUNT TO A BICYCLE
2
Standard charging time
Approx. 5 – 9 h
MICRO USB USB
IN OUT
Charging on the cradle
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
OUT
OUT
Cartridge battery
Fast charging
cradle 2
*1
2
1
2
13
4
4
5
Strap
Dial
Release
button
Screw
USB cable
Charge jack cover
To PC or USB battery
charger
Copyright© 2017 CATEYE Co., Ltd.
EL471RC-170203 3
Cartridge battery
(BA-3.4)
FlexTight™ bracket
(H-34N)
USB cable
(MICRO USB)
Light unit
ENG
Rubber pad
Bracket
Rubber pad

Lighting Mode
Turn the cartridge battery counterclockwise to remove from the
unit. To install, screw the cartridge battery into the light unit
until it clicks.
CAUTION!:
• When the operating time decreases significantly, the bat-
tery life is close to an end. Replace the cartridge battery
with a new one.
• When you store the cartridge battery alone, be sure to
install the cap. Otherwise, damage or a fire may be caused
by short circuit.
The ON/OFF and lighting modes are selected
using a switch.
*2 When you turn the light on, it lights up in
the last lighting mode you used.
(Mode memory function)
Remaining battery capacity
When the switch (indicator) lights up, the re-
maining battery power is 20% or less. Please
charge as soon as possible.
Standard operating time
Hi Approx. 2 h
Middle Approx. 3.5 h
Low Approx. 8 h
Hyper-
Constant Approx. 7.5 h
Flashing Approx. 100 h
Light source High-intensity LED x 1
Cartridge battery Li-ion 3.6v 3400 mAH
Charge Micro USB plug
Operating time
Hi : Approx. 2 hours
Middle : Approx. 3.5 hours
Low : Approx. 8 hours
HyperConstant : Approx. 7.5 hours
Flashing : Approx. 100 hours
* Average runtime at 20˚C.
Standard charging time Approx. 5 – 9 hours
Temperature range Charging : 41˚F – 104˚F (5˚C – 40˚C)
Operating : 14˚F – 104˚F (-10˚C – 40˚C)
Recharge/discharge
number of times
About 300 times
(until the rated capacity drops to 70%)
Dimensions/weight
1-15/64” x 4-9/16” x 1-45/64”
(31.2 x 116 x 43.2 mm) / 4.9 oz (140 g)
(Including the cartridge battery)
* The specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
5338827N
FlexTight™ bracket
5341831N
Helmet mount
5342730
USB cable
5342440
Center fork bracket
5342681
Cartridge battery
(Li-ion3.6v 3400mAH : BA-3.4)
5342620
Fast charging cradle 2
(USB cable attached)
(H-34N)
SWITCH OPERATION (SWITCHING THE LIGHTING MODE)
3
Remove Install
Cartridge battery
HOW TO REPLACE THE CARTRIDGE BATTERY
4SPECIFICATIONS LIMITED WARRANTY
2-year Warranty: Light unit only
(Deterioration of the cartridge battery is out of warranty)
CatEye products are warranted to be free of defects from materials and
workmanship for a period of 2 years from original purchase. If the product
fails to work during normal use, CatEye will repair or replace the defect at no
charge. Service must be performed by CatEye or an authorized retailer. To
return the product, pack it carefully and enclose the warranty certificate (proof
of purchase) with instruction for repair. Please write or type your name and
address clearly on the warranty certificate. Insurance, handling and transpor-
tation charges to CatEye shall be borne by person desiring service.
For UK and REPUBLIC OF IRELAND consumers, please return to the place of
purchase. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Please register your CatEye product on the website.
http://www.cateye.com/en/support/regist/
SPARE/OPTIONAL PARTS
(CRA-002)
(MICRO USB)(CFB-100)
CO., LTD.
2-8-25, Kuwazu, Higashi Sumiyoshi-ku,
Osaka 546-0041 Japan
Attn: CATEYE Customer Service Section
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
URL: http://www.cateye.com
[For US Customers]
CATEYE AMERICA, INC.
2825 Wilderness Place Suite 1200,
Boulder CO 80301-5494 USA
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800.5.CATEYE
Fax : [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
*2
*2
Double-click
Press
and hold
Press and hold
Switch
(indicator)
Click
Click
Click
Click
Click
OFF ON
Middle Low
FlashingHiHi
HyperConstant