Black & Decker VEC143BD User Manual

VEC143BD

USER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING
THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS PRODUCT. PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

4140 S.W. 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Toll Free: [phone]

THREE YEAR LIMITED W

ARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth
all the responsibilities of Black & Decker, regarding this product. There is no other
warranty, other than those described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in duration to the duration of this
warranty.

This Black & Decker product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of
defects in materials and workmanship for three years from the date of purchase without
additional charge. The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users.
Manufacturer 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 damage
to units from misuse or incorrect installation/connection. Misuse includes wiring or
connecting to improper polarity power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products may be returned to manufacturer. Any
defective product that is returned to manufacturer 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 three years from the purchase date, manufacturer 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
manufacturer’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. During the warranty period, manufacturer will be
responsible for the return shipping charges to the customer in the United States.

LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, such as charging adapters,
bulbs, fuses and batteries, damage or 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 T echnical Support Department toll
free at [phone] for general repair information and charges if applicable.

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 Technical Support by
telephone, fax or mail (see below). 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 Black
& Decker. Enter “VEC143BD” as Model and “26-LED Rechargeable Bright Bar

®

” as
Product Type. All Black & Decker products must be registered within 30 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

4140 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

• TOLL FREE: [phone] • FAX: [phone] •
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

BD012406

26-LED Rechargeable

Bright Bar

®

© 2006 VECTOR MANUFACTURING

MADE IN CHINA

www.vectormfg.com

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OPERATING THE UNIT IN CORDED MODE

Insert the Adapter’s DC Connector of the AC/DC
Charging/Power Adapter into the 12 Volt DC
Charging Port. Insert the plug end into a
(powered) standard North American 120 Volt
60Hz outlet. Operate the unit as outlined in the
previous section.

RECHARGING THE BUILT-IN BATTERY

Insert the Adapter’s DC Connector of the AC/DC
Charging/Power Adapter into the 12 Volt DC
Charging Port. Insert the plug end into a (powered) standard
North American 120 Volt 60Hz outlet.

Do not charge for

longer than 8 hours.
Note:

The red Charging Indicator LED will light to indicate
the unit is charging.

Battery Disposal

This unit contains an Ni-MH battery and should
be disposed of properly. For more information on
recycling batteries, call toll-free [phone].

WARNINGS

• Do not dispose of the battery in fire. This may result
in an explosion.

• Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed
terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to
prevent shorting, which can result in injury or fire.

• Do not expose the battery to fire or intense heat as
it may explode.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the

Black & Decker 26-LED

Bright Bar

®

. Please read this manual carefully before use to

ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit.

FEA

TURES

• 26 high-intensity LED bright bar illuminates a wide area

• Corded or cordless operation

• Built-in rechargeable NiMH battery (with supplied 120 volt AC
Charging/Power Adapter)

• Hi/Low settings extend runtime

• High impact, water- & shatter-resistant ABS housing

• 360° Swivel Hanging Hook for hands-free use

• Seven hours continuous runtime on LOW setting, four hours
continuous runtime on HIGH setting, on a single charge

• Rubber Base allows unit to sit on flat surfaces

OPERA

TING THE UNIT

Position the unit as desired. Press the HIGH/OFF/LOW Switch
on the side of the unit.

The up position turns the unit ON in HIGH setting.
The down position turns the unit ON in LOW setting.
The center position turns the unit OFF.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS

• DO NOT charge this unit or use it in corded mode in
conditions where it may come in contact with oil or
liquids.

CAUTIONS

• DO NOT submerge this unit in liquids of any kind.

• Do not charge or use this unit in corded mode in the rain, snow or
other wet conditions.

• Only use the AC/DC Charging/Power Adapter included with the
unit.

• Make sure the adapter cord is placed so it is not tripped over or
damaged by pinching, abrading or cutting. Do not place it near
moving objects, doors or sharp objects. Discontinue use if the
adapter or cord is damaged.

• Do not expose the adapter cord to extreme heat.

• This is not a toy — keep away from children.

• Do not operate unit if there is any evidence of damage.
To replace worn or defective parts, contact Customer
Service Department, toll-free, at [phone].

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS UNIT.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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