5.11 Tactical UC3.400 User guide

UC3.400 User Guide

For the best performance,
allow your light to charge for
a minimum of 4 hours before
routine use.

For enhanced performance for
the lifetime of your light, always
store the light in charging mode
on its charger when not in use.

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I. Operating Instructions

A. On/Off Operations
B. Charging the UC3.400
C. Mounting the UC3.400
D. Hardwiring Installation Instructions
E. AC Adapter Instructions

II. Care and Use of Flashlight and Charger
III. Safety Precautions
IV. Safe Disposal of Waste Electrical Products
V. Technical Specifi cations
VI. Certifi cations
VII. Warranty and Service Information
VII. Frequently Asked Questions

5.11 Tactical
4300 Spyres Way
Modesto, CA, USA, 95356
www.511Tactical.com

Copyright © 2010, 5.11 Tactical, All rights reserved

Light For Life™ Service Center Numbers:
USA Call: 1-888-511-4LFL (4535), Europe Call: [phone]

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For the best performance, allow
your light to charge for a minimum
of 4 hours before routine use.

For enhanced performance for the
lifetime of your light, always store
the light in charging mode on its
charger when not in use.

Congratulations on your purchase of the UC3.400 Flashlight. The UC3.400 is
a rugged duty fl ashlight with unique technology. The revolutionary 90 second
recharge allows the user to maximize the fl ashlights incredible features. The
UC3.400 does not require batteries or replacement components. The UC3.400
consistently performs in a wide temperature range and is water resistant.
The UC3.400 will provide a lifetime of dependable service even in the most
rigorous environments.

Unlike conventional rechargeable fl ashlights, the Light For Life™ is
designed to be stored on the charger when not in use.

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I. Operating Instructions

A. On/Off Operations

The UC3.400 flashlight is operated with a multi-function button.

There are multiple modes of operation with the UC3.400. You may activate the
various modes by pressing the button (I/O) on the flashlight.

Peak – 270 lumens
Standard – 90 lumens
Low Light – 20 lumens
Strobe – 170 lumens
Ramp – 20 to 270 lumens

There are also three different configurations for the button depending on the
type of flashlight purchased. The three different configurations are identified
as P1, P2, and P3.

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P1:

1. Peak - from any mode, hold down button and keep it down, release button
and revert to previous mode.

2. Standard - single click.

3. Strobe - double click.

P2:

1. Peak – single click.

2. Ramp – hold button down and keep it down and light will steadily increase
in brightness, release button for desired brightness.

3. Strobe – double click.

P3:

1. Peak – from any mode, hold down button, release button from any mode

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and flashlight turns off.

2. Standard – single click.

3. Low Light – double click.

Click once from any mode to turn flashlight off.

B. Charging the UC3.400

The recharging of the UC3.400
flashlight is a simple process of
inserting the flashlight into the
charging unit until it ”snaps” into
place. The blue LED indicator
light on top of the charging unit
will display the recharge cycle
performance. Unlike conventional
flashlights, the Light for Life is designed to be stored in the charger when not
in use, and in no way shortens or negatively affects its run-time or use.

For optimum performance of your UC3.400 flashlight, please:

• Charge the UC3.400 flashlight for 4 hours before routine use.

• Store the UC3.400 flashlight on the charger when not in use.”

The UC3.400 flashlight can be used immediately out of the box using the
standard 90-second charge, however before routine use charge it for 4
hours. The UC3.400 flashlight is designed to be placed on the charger and
stored, while plugged-in, indefinitely with no performance degradation.

In fact, leaving the UC3.400 flashlight stored on its charger will help maintain
its maximum performance. In addition, the charging unit uses very little
battery power once it has completed its charge cycle and the blue light stops
flashing.

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The low power consumption of the charger will NOT drain your
car’s battery when leaving the flashlight stored in the charger and
connected through the DC plug.

To Charge:

Insert the tail end (with gold rings) of the UC3.400 flashlight into the charger
unit until it “snaps” into place. Once inserted, the flashlight will immediately
begin its 90 second charge cycle.

The status of the charge is indicated by the blue LED on the charger. The
LED will begin with a slow steady blink and increase its speed until it reaches
a steady illumination at the end of the cycle. This steady blue light indicates
the UC3.400 is fully charged and ready for use.

After the initial charge cycle, there may be brief periods of additional LED
activity. This is perfectly normal as it indicates the ongoing maintenance
of the energy stored in the capacitors. Our FlashPoint® Power Technology

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constantly monitors the level of power available in the unit to ensure that
your flashlight is always fully charged and ready for peak performance.

Note: High Temperature Charging

Your flashlight charger has automatic temperature overload protection.
Charging in high temperatures (i.e, 120 degrees Fahrenheit or more) may
temporarily reduce the flashlight runtime slightly.

C. Mounting your Flashlight (Automotive Mounting)

1. Select suitable location for mounting, e.g. the transmission “hump”.

2. Using the attached template, mark and drill 4 – ¼” holes.

3. Secure the back bracket to the mounting location using the screws
provided.

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4. Turn the power cord so that it points downward.

5. Remove the flashlight from the charger.

6. Clip the flashlight charger to the mounting bracket by sliding it
upward and toward the mount wall. (Figure 1) Make sure to push
the base of the charger back until the securing tabs click into
place.

7. The charger can be removed from the bracket by inserting a
standard screwdriver blade at the base of the unit and prying the
metal bracket away from the bottom of the charger.

8. Insert the plug into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or 12V accessory
outlet.

9. The cigarette lighter plug contains a mandatory fuse and ensures
proper polarity with the vehicle’s electrical system. Please
follow the recommended hardwiring installation instructions if
permanently installing the charger in a vehicle. See details below.

D. Hardwiring Installation Instructions

The Light For Life™ charging unit is a sophisticated power management
device. When actively charging the flashlight, there are periods of
moderate current consumption throughout the 90 sec recharge cycle.
In order to ensure reliable operation, all of the connections from the
charger to the vehicle’s 12 volt power source must be solid, secure, and
perform with very low resistance.

Any modification to the charger’s power cord or cigarette plug connector
should be proposed by an engineer well versed in automotive power
distribution systems and their effect on peripheral equipment.

CAUTION: ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIANS SHOULD
ATTEMPT TO “HARDWIRE” OR PERMANENTLY MOUNT THE
CHARGER UNIT INTO A VEHICLE’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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The existing cigarette plug connector contains an 8 amp “fast blow” fuse
that must be replaced with an equivalent value if it is ever removed from
the charger’s power cord.

All wire runs should be short as possible and use 14AWG wire.

All wire terminations should be crimped using only recommended tools
AND SOLDERED to minimize resistance.

• Do not splice into existing ground or power wires.

• Do not share crimp connectors with any other electrical device.

• Do not use multiple butt connectors on a single run of wire.

• The charger positive wire should exist on its own fuse.

• Do not share power with other devices.

Please contact the service team of 5.11 Tactical® at [phone] in the
U.S. and Internationally at [phone] or an authorized distributor for
authorized hardwire installation procedures and components.

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E. AC Adapter Instructions

The 5.11 AC adapter converts the AC power in your home or office to a
direct current (DC) power source required by your Light For LifeTM charg­ing unit. It replaces the 12 Volt DC power that is used when the charger is
connected to the DC outlet or cigarette lighter outlet in your vehicle.

Set Up Instructions

1. Remove the AC power cord from the box and insert the small end of
the dual line cord into the female receptacle on the adapter.

2. Insert the large end of the line cord into your AC power source or
wall outlet.

3. Connect the large female “cigarette plug” on the adapter to the
male plug attached to the flashlight charger.

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On/Off Operations

The 5.11 AC adapter does not contain a separate on/off switch and will be
fully energized and operational as soon as it is plugged into an AC power
source. You must unplug the AC power cord in order to turn the adapter
off.

II. Care and Use of Flashlight and Charger

1. Although the flashlight is designed to be water resistant, do not
submerge it in water.

2. Prevent the charger from prolonged or extensive exposure to water.
A wet flashlight from the rain may be placed in the charger, but the
charger needs to be installed in a dry environment.

3. For optimal efficiency it is necessary to periodically inspect and
provide preventative maintenance on the UC3.400 flashlight. If at
any time the light becomes soiled, clean with a soft cloth and mild
detergent.

4. For lens cleaning, use a gentle camera lens cleaner and lens cloth.
Rub gently to remove any fingerprints on the lens.

5. It is imperative that chemicals and harsh abrasives NOT be used.

6. This flashlight is not suitable for use in high pressure environments.

7. DO NOT dismantle flashlight when cleaning.

8. Keep the charging contact holes free of debris.

9. Keep foreign objects out of the charger base.

III. Safety Precautions

DANGER

DO NOT REACH INTO WATER TO RETRIEVE THE CHARGER UNIT OR
ADAPTER IF IT IS STILL PLUGGED IN.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of product malfunction and personal injury due to shock
or burns, do not expose the charger unit or adapter to water, liquid, or
excessive condensation.

WARNING

If the charging unit or adapter is saturated by water, liquid, or excessive
condensation, unplug the unit immediately and allow it to dry completely
before plugging it back in and resuming charging.

CAUTION

The UC3.400 flashlight is not classified as intrinsically safe, meaning it is not
approved for use in hazardous atmospheres. It is important that the UC3.400
flashlight not be used in areas requiring explosion proof lighting.

CAUTION

Make sure the charger unit or adapter is disconnected from any other power
sources when performing any routine cleaning or maintenance. Do not try to

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repair the unit, charger or adapter. In case of problems or questions, please
contact the service team of 5.11 Tactical at [phone] in the U.S. and
Internationally at [phone] or an authorized distributor.

CAUTION

To avoid the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury caused by
improper handling of the charger, do not attempt to use the charger unit to
charge any other flashlight or rechargeable device. Do not use any other
brand of charger with the UC3.400 flashlight.

CAUTION

Do not shine the flashlight directly into the eyes as this may cause severe
damage to eyesight.

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CAUTION

Although the UC3.400 Flashlight is designed to be splash-proof, full
submersion of the flashlight is not recommended. All use not in conformance
with instructions will void warranty.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to service the flashlight, adapter or charger unit in any way.
Do not insert metal objects into the charger unit or flashlight contact holes;
doing so could result in personal harm or injury and permanent damage to
the unit. All use not in conformance with instructions will void warranty.

CAUTION

In rare instances, radios broadcasting in close proximity to the flashlight may
cause electromagnetic interference with the functionality of the light. If you
experience this, please call 5.11 Tactical at 1-888-511-4LFL (4535) in the U.S.
and [phone] in Europe.

V. Safe Disposal of Waste Electrical Products

If at any time in the future you should need to dispose of this product or any
part of this product, please note that waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist and
check with your local authority for disposal and recycling advice.

VI. Technical Specifications

Product Code: UC3.400

Standard Output: 90 lumens (60 min runtime)
Peak Output: 270 lumens (15 min runtime)
Reserve Output: 20 lumens (60 min runtime)
Strobe: 170 lumens (210 min runtime)
Low Light: 20 lumens (300 min runtime)
Ramp: 20-270 lumens (variable runtime)

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Ideal Operating
Temperature:
Charge Time: Approx 90 Seconds
Energy Storage: Non-Replaceable
Capacitor Life: 500,000 Charges
Recharge Life: 50,000 Charges
Fuse Rating: 8 Amps
Product Weight: Approx 16oz.
Flashlight Length: Approx 11.5” length
Barrel Diameter: 1.75”
Box Dimensions: Approx 13” long by 8” wide by 3.75” deep

Product Code: AC Adapter
Standard Output: 12 VDC @ 5 A, 65W
Input: 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz @ 1.8A
Ideal Operating Temperature: 0ºC to +40ºC

VII. Certifications

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Conforms to: UL Std. 2089 and UL/ANSI Std. 60950-1
Certified to: CAN/CSA Std. C22.2 60950-1

-20º C to +40º C

VIII. Warranty

5.11 Light For Life™ Limited Warranty

5.11, Inc. (“5.11”) warrants each Light for Life™ product (“Product”)
sold by 5.11 or its authorized dealers to be free of defects in materials or
workmanship for as long as you own the Product, or for the maximum period
allowed by the laws of your jurisdiction, if less. Please note, however, that

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5.11 warrants the chargers for Light for Life™ products for a period of one
year from the date of purchase, but the chargers are otherwise subject to the
same terms and conditions of this warranty.

Exclusions from Coverage

Excluded from coverage under this warranty are the following:

• Products purchased other than from 5.11 or from an authorized

5.11 dealer.

• Damage resulting from abuse or misuse.

• Damage resulting from extended wear and tear.

• Damage resulting from tampering or a customer modification.

• Damage resulting from exposure to a caustic substance.

• Consequential, incidental, indirect, punitive, exemplary, and/or special
damages (although some states in the United States do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this
exclusion might not apply to you).

THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY 5.11
RELATING TO THE PRODUCT AND, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED
BY LAW, 5.11 DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES.

What You Will Need to Do

To return a defective Product for warranty service, please take the following
steps:

• For flashlight technical support or repairs, please go to the 5.11 Light
for Life FAQ section at www.511Tactical.com/lightforlife for locations
and additional information regarding authorized repair centers near
you.

• You may also contact one of our technical support/repair
representatives at the following:

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USA: 1.888.511.4LFL (4535) or [e-mail]
International: [phone] or [e-mail]

• Please ship the Product freight prepaid and insured (5.11 assumes no
responsibility for Products during shipment from the customer to our
Warranty Department and shipping charges are not refundable).

If 5.11 determines that the Product is defective, 5.11 will either replace the
Product or repair the Product. All determinations made by 5.11 will be within

5.11’s sole discretion and will be final.

All returns by 5.11 in the United States will be sent using ground shipping;
shipments being returned to a P.O. Box will be made using U.S. Mail. All
returns to international customers will be sent using standard shipping.

State and International Laws

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state in the United States and in other

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countries.

VIII. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why doesn’t my flashlight seem to hold the charge as stated?
Q: Why doesn’t my flashlight have the run time as stated brochure?
Q: Why won’t my flashlight go into “high” mode?
Q: Why is the blue light on the charger only blinking slowly?

A: For best results, it is recommended that the flashlight’s first charge cycle
be for 24 hours. Once this first charge cycle is complete, the flashlight will
perform at its optimum level. It is also recommended for the flashlight to
be periodically placed on the charger for 1 hour. The flashlight maintains
optimum performance when left on the charger when not in use.

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Q: Why won’t my 12-volt AC adapter work with my charger?

A: Please ensure that your 12-volt AC adapter is rated for a minimum of 7
amps. Many typical AC adapters have ratings of less than 7 amps. Please
see the 5.11 website or contact our customer service team at +1.866.451.1726
to purchase a 5.11 AC adapter.

Q: Why won’t my flashlight charge when my vehicle is not running?

A: Some vehicles are designed to disable the power to the cigarette plug
connector when the ignition is turned off. It is recommended that your
vehicle is started during the 90 second recharge cycle for the flashlight. This
light maintains optimum performance when left on the charger when not in
use.

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Q: May I leave the flashlight on the charger when not in use? Would
this cause any problems with the longevity of the capacitors’ charging
capabilities?

A: The flashlight maintains optimum performance when left on the charger
when not in use. The flashlight may stay in the charger indefinitely with no
change in longevity.

Q: How long does it take for my flashlight to recharge?

A: The flashlight only takes 90 seconds to recharge fully.

Q: How does the flashlight re-charge so fast?

A: The reason the flashlight recharges quickly is because of the unique
characteristics of its capacitors and its patented FlashPoint® Power
Technology. Flashpoint® Power Technology carefully manages the energy
for a very fast charge with no degradation.

Q: Will my car battery go dead if I leave my flashlight plugged in and
charging while the ignition is off?

A: The charging unit uses very little battery power once it has completed its
charge cycle and the blue light stops flashing. The low power consumption
of the charger will not compromise your car’s battery when leaving the

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