Vector Sportspot 90519935 User manual

SPORTSPOT®1,000,000 POWER SERIES™
CORDLESS, RECHARGEABLE SPOTLIGHT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Catalog Number SL101MV
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Cat. # SL101MV Form # 90519935
October 2007 Copyright © 2007 Black & Decker Printed in China
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions before operating product. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
Don’t use appliances in the rain.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
• STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS. When not in use, appliances should be stored
indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
• DON’T FORCE APPLIANCE. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of
i n j u ryat the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Rubber gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT.Use safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields, complying with applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face
shield. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work
area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes and dust collection systems
when specified or required. Safety glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local
dealer or Black & Decker Service Center.
• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• DISCONNECT APPLIANCES. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in
use, before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades and the like.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry plugged-in appliance with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
• GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should be provided on the
ci rcuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not
recommended for use with this appliance could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the accessory
section of this manual for further details.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired.
•CHECK DAMAGED PART S. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
o t h e rwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by
authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
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• DO NOT OPERAT E portable electric tools near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive
atmospheres. Certain components in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite
fu me s.
• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The accompanying table shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
WARNING: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. When using tools or equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation,
maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property
damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Black &
Decker strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application
other than for which it was designed. Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions
before using any tool or equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This product or its power cord contains lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY
TO PERSONS:
1. Bulb (lamp) gets HOT quickly, Only contact switch when turning on.
2. Do not touch hot lens, guard or enclosure.
3. Do not look directly at lighted lamp.
4. Keep lamp away form materials that may burn.
5. Do not touch the bulb (lamp) at any time.
6. Keep protective guard (glass) in place.
7. Do not operate this unit with a missing or damaged guard or glass lamp containment
ba rr ie r.
8. Charge (use) only with originally supplied power adapter.
9. Do not use any accessory not recommended by the manufacturer.
10 . Do not expose to flame or spark.
11 . Charge indoors only. Do not expose power adapter to water.
12 . Use flashlight in dry location(s) only. Do not expose flashlight to water.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
• Do not operate unit with damaged cord or plug; or if the unit has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
• Do not open body casing. There are no user- s e rviceable parts inside; take it to a qualified
s e rvice technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire, and will void warranty.
WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD: Dispose of used batteries properly. Do not
dispose of batteries in fire. This may result in an explosion.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD: Never contact combustible material to the lens.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• All halogen lights give off heat:
– Do not plug in a power supply without the bulb lens and cover in place.
– Do not touch lens while operating.
– Keep combustibles away from spotlight lens. Extreme heat can cause fires.
– Never place the light face-down on any surface when lit.
• DO NOT expose this unit to extremely high temperatures.
• Never look directly into the light or shine the light into another person’s eyes.
• Keep sharp objects away from lens – it is glass and can break.
• Do not immerse spotlight in water.
• Do not drop or throw spotlight. It contains glass and a sealed lead acid battery.
• Use only with AC and DC Charging Adapters that are provided with unit. Plug in the
charging adapter at the spotlight first, then plug into the charging sourc e.
• For initial charge (AC method), allow 20 hours for completion of a full charging cycle.
• Do not overcharge: recharge up to 20 hours maximum using either the AC or DC method.
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THE AC CHARGER AND DC CHARGING PORT SIMULTA NE OU SLY.
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• Although the Sp o rt Sp ot
®
can be recharged using either AC or DC power sources, do not
operate directly from AC or DC sources. Attempting to operate the unit directly from an AC or
DC source with either charger may result in damage to the unit and will void the warranty.
• Do not use charging systems other than those supplied by the manufacturer.
• After charging/recharging, disconnect charging adapter or extension cord and wait 5
minutes before use.
• Do not crush, cut, pull or expose charging adapter cords to extreme heat.
• Position charging adapter cords so they do not become entangled or become a safety
hazard. Keep charging adapter cords away from sharp edges.
• To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting from the 120 Volt AC Charger.
• Do not attempt to charge the unit if the 120 Volt AC Charger plug is damaged – return the
unit to manufacturer for repair.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
• Follow these instructions and those published by the manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings on these products.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the SL101MV SportSpot
®
. Please read this manual carefully before
use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit.
FEATURES
• A cordless, compact, powerful quartz halogen spotlight
• P o w e rful, brighter quartz halogen bulb delivers a bright, tight beam
• Built-in hanging hook for hands-free convenience
• Cordless operation allows complete freedom of movement
• Compact, lightweight and easy to operate without sacrificing light intensity
• Pistol grip handle
• Locking trigger on/off switch delivers continuous beam for hands-free operation
• Unique switch-locking mechanism prevents accidental battery rundown
• May be charged from AC or DC power sources (both charging adapters included)
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Controls and Functions
CHARGING
With AC Charger
Plug the AC charger (included) into the jack on the back of the
S p o r t S p o t ®1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 bo dy, and then plug into a standard AC
wall outlet. Make sure the electric rating of your AC power supply
matches the requirements listed on the top of the AC charger. Make
sure the locking trigger switch is in the OF F position. The red LED
indicator light (on the right of the spotlight housing) will illuminate
to show the spotlight is charging.
For initial charge, allow 20 hours for completion of a full charging cycle. For subsequent
charges, allow a maximum of 20 hours using this method.
With 12 Volt DC Charger
Plug the DC charger (included) into the jack on the back of the
spotlight body, and then insert the plug into the 12 volt DC
a c c e s s o ry outlet of vehicle or any other 12 volt DC power source.
Make sure the locking trigger switch is in the off position. The red
LED indicator light will illuminate to show that the S p o r t S p o t ®
1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 is charging.
Allow a maximum of 20 hours recharging time using the DC charging
method.
Note: Be sure to use only the adapter cords supplied by the manufacturer for recharging. The
use of unauthorized adapter cords may damage the unit and will void the warranty.
HALOGEN BULB
RUBBER BEZEL
ON/OFF TRIGGER
SWITCH
TRIGGER
LOCKING BUTTON
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OPERATION
1. Disconnect from charger.
2. The trigger switch is located in the front of the pistol-grip handle of the spotlight.
3. To turn the SportSpot
®
ON, squeeze the trigger switch.
4. To turn OFF the S p o r t S p o t ® release the trigger switch.
5. To lock the trigger into the on position for continuous operation, squeeze the trigger
switch and firmly press the trigger locking button located on the side of the handle. The
spotlight will stay on until the lock is released or until battery has been discharged.
6. Fully charged, the S p o r t S p o t ®1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 should provide 20–25 minutes of
continuous operation.
USING THE HANGING HOOK
The Hanging Hook allows you to position the unit for convenient, hands-free
op e ra ti o n.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PRODUCT DAMAGE:
• When Hanging Hook is in use, do not shake light.
• When light is hung by the Hanging Hook, do not shake the light or object that it
is hanging from. Do not hang the light from any electrical wires or anything that
it is not secure.
• Only use the Hanging Hook for hanging this unit. The Hanging Hook is not
intended to support additional weight. Do not attach or hang anything additional
to the light or risk of breakage may occur.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
This unit is NOT waterproof. Never submerge this unit in water. If it gets dirty, gently clean
the outer surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with a mild solution of water and detergent.
Battery Replacement
It is recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer for battery replacement.
Contact Customer Service, toll-free, at 1 - 8 0 0 - 5 4 4 - 6 9 8 6.
Battery Disposal
Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery,
which must be disposed of properly. Recycling is required — contact
your local authority for information. Failure to comply with local, state
and federal regulations can result in fines or imprisonment. For more
information on recycling this battery, call toll-free [phone].
WARNINGS
Do not dispose of this unit in fire as batteries inside this product may explode or leak.
Do not expose the unit containing a battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.
Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical
tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire).
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-
54 4- 69 86 .
WA RN IN G: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be
ha za rd ou s.
SERVICE INFORMATION
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers
with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or
genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find
your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:
1-800-544-6986 or visit www.b la ck an dd ec ke r.c om .
FULL ONE-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for one year against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be
made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after
the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Too ls -
Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our website
ww w.b la ck an dd ec ke r.c om .
P r o b l e m S o l u t i o n
Red LED light does not
turn on when charging
• Check for bad connection to spotlight recharge port
• Check for bad connection to AC or DC adapters
• Confirm there is a functioning AC or DC current.
Trigger cannot be pressed
fu l ly
Check to see if trigger lock is locked. If it is, press lock
button on either side of handle to unlock.
Unit does not operate B at te r y may be completely discharged. Charge unit using
supplied AC or DC adapter. Follow charging instructions in
this instruction manual.
Bulb may be blown Check bulb filament. If filament is coiled and unbroken, the
bulb is NOT blown. If filament is broken, refer to the
“S er vice Information” section of this instruction manual.
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This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Serv i c e
Ce nt er. This product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
SPECIFICATIONS
Spotlight Bulb: H3, 6 volt, 55 watt
Battery: Maintenance-free, sealed, lead-acid,
6 volt, 4.5 Ah
AC Recharge Adapter: 12 volt, 300mA
Imported by
Vector Products, Inc.,
8100 S.W. 10th Street,
Plantation, FL 33324 U.S.A.
R D 1 0 1 0 0 7
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