
RECHARGEABLE HEADLIGHT
HL-EL460RC
Manual
Before using the light, please read this manual and
the attached “Lithium-ion Batteries” thoroughly, and
keep them for future reference.
Design Pat. Pending
Copyright© 2013 CATEYE Co., Ltd.
EL460RC-130612 4
Light unit
USB cable
FlexTight™ bracket
(H-34N)
Cartridge battery
ENG
1
HOW TO CHARGE
Standard
charging time
To PC or USB
battery charger
2
1
USB cable
Charge jack
cover
CAUTION!
• Before your trip, please make sure the light is fi rmly mounted to
the bracket and it lights up.
• Do not place it within children’s reach.
• In preparation for unexpected battery shutoff, we recommend 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 submerge it in
water.
Approx.
(USB 2.0)
6 h
Charging on the cradle
Cartridge
battery
Cradle
Indicator
1. Connect the light unit to your PC or
a commercial USB battery charger
using the USB cable. (Fig 1 1 – 2)
The switch or the indicator on the
cradle lights up, and charging starts.
Indicator light: On Charging
Indicator light: Off
* When your PC is in sleep state, the
unit cannot be charged.
* We recommend using 500+mA
(USB2.0) USB battery charger.
2. After charging is completed, remove
the USB cable, and install the charge
jack cover.
• 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”.
* Charging and lighting times are ap-
proximate values, and will vary by environmental and user conditions.
* The cartridge battery can be fast-
charged by using the optional charging
cradle (about 3 hours of charging time).
Charging is completed
Use a 1A or higher USB charging
adapter when charging by the cradle.
2
HOW TO MOUNT
Bracket
Strap
Rubber pad
1
Dial
2
3
5
Release
button
5
4
*1
*1
Screw
1. Mount the bracket to the handlebar.
(Fig 2 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 fi rmly 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.

3
SWITCH OPERATION (SWITCHING THE LIGHTING MODE)
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)
Switch
Remaining battery capacity
When the switch (indicator) lights up, the remaining battery power is 20% or less. Please
charge as soon as possible.
4
HOW TO REPLACE THE CARTRIDGE BATTERY
Turn the cartridge battery counterclockwise to remove from the
unit. To install, screw the cartridge battery into the light unit
until it clicks.
Remove Install
Cartridge battery
CAUTION!:
• When the operating time decreases signifi cantly, the battery 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 fi re may be caused
by short circuit.
OFF
Press and hold
*2
ON
Lighting Mode
Standard operating time
Hi
Press
and hold
Double-click
Hi
Normal
Click
Normal
Low
Hyper
Constant
Flash
Flash
Click
*2
HyperConstant
Low
SPECIFICATIONS LIMITED WARRANTY
Light source High-intensity white LED x 1
Cartridge battery Li-ion 3.6v 2200 mAH
Charge Micro USB plug
Hi : Approx.
Normal : Approx. 8 hours
Operating time
Standard charging time Approx. 6 hours (USB2.0)
Temperature range
Recharge/discharge
number of times
Dimensions/weight
* The specifi cations and design are subject to change without notice.
Low : Approx. 18 hours
HyperConstant : Approx. 11 hours
Flash : Approx. 60 hours
* Average runtime at 20˚C.
Charging : 41˚F – 104˚F (
Operating : 14˚F – 104˚F (-10˚C – 40˚C)
About 300 times
(until the rated capacity drops to 70%)
4-25/64” x 1-7/32” x 1-1/2”
(111.5 x 31 x 38 mm) / 4.2 oz (120 g)
(Including the cartridge battery)
3 hours
5˚C – 40˚C)
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 certifi cate (proof
of purchase) with instruction for repair. Please write or type your name and
address clearly on the warranty certifi cate. Insurance, handling and transportation 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/
2-8-25, Kuwazu, Higashi Sumiyoshi-ku,
Osaka 546-0041 Japan
Attn: CATEYE Customer Service Section
Phone: (06)6719-6863
Fax: (06)6719-6033
E-mail: support@cateye.co.jp
URL: http://www.cateye.com
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[For US Customers]
CATEYE AMERICA, INC.
2825 Wilderness Place Suite 1200,
Boulder CO80301-5494 USA
Phone: 303.443.4595
Toll Free: 800.5CATEYE
Fax : 303.473.0006
E-mail: service@cateye.com
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SPARE/OPTIONAL PARTS
5338827N
FlexTight™ bracket
(H-34N)
5341831N
Helmet mount
5342730
USB cable
5342720
Fast charging cradle
(USB cable attached)
(CRA-001)(Micro USB)
Cartridge battery
(Li-ion3.6v 2200mAH : BA-2.2)
5342710 Black
5342711 White
5342712 Silver