First Light TOMAHAWK Series, TOMAHAWK MC User Manual

TOMAHAWK

®

USER MANUAL

NEW

IMPROVED BUTTON CONTROLS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Specications ............................................................................................................... 1

Components ................................................................................................................. 3

Battery Installation ........................................................................................................ 3

Basic Functions ............................................................................................................ 4

Lockout/Ready Mode .............................................................................................. 4

Momentary Mode .................................................................................................... 5

Primary Control ....................................................................................................... 5

Secondary Control ................................................................................................. 6

Low Battery Indication .................................................................................................. 6

Finger Loop .................................................................................................................. 7

Steel Belt Clip ............................................................................................................... 8

Lifetime Limited Warranty ............................................................................................. 9

FIRST-LIGHT USA, LLC

205 S. Main Street, Seymour, IL 61875

Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]

Email: info@rstlight-usa.com

www.rstlight-usa.com

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MAXFL1 STANDARD

2

h

600

HIGH

4

h

175

MEDIUM

16

h

50

LOW

60

h

5

WHITE

FL1 STANDARD

1m 220m 12,150cd3m

SPECIFICATIONS

Batteries

● (2) CR123 3-Volt Lithium Batteries, ANSI: 5018LC, IEC: CR17345

Environmental Specications

● Normal Operating Temperatures: (-20°F) to 120°F

● Waterproof

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Thank you for purchasing the First-Light USA Tomahawk® Tactical Light.
Please carefully review this manual prior to use.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ FIRST

The intense white light emitted by the primary white LED may cause temporary
blinding, regardless of the brightness level used. Use caution during operation.
Do not point light directly into eyes at any distance. Not for use by children.

LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING

Lithium batteries can be dangerous if used improperly. Never disassemble,
short circuit, recharge, or expose to water, re, or high temperatures. Never use
batteries of different ages, capacities, or brands together. Store separately and
properly dispose of batteries after use. Keep away from children.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order replacement parts, please call 877.454.4450 or visit www.rstlight-usa.com.

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COMPONENTS

BATTERY INSTALLATION

STEP 1. Remove battery cap. Insert two batteries “+” terminals rst

(as shown above).

STEP 2. Reinstall battery cap. Hand-tighten until snug.

STEP 3. Ensure batteries are properly installed by pressing any button on the control

panel. The red LED “lock” should illuminate indicating the light is in Lockout
Mode. If it does not, repeat Steps 1 and 2, ensuring both “+” terminals are
facing up.

LAMP HOUSING

STEEL BELT CLIP

FINGER LOOP

BATTERY HOUSING/SLEEVE

BATTERY CAP

BATTERIES

CONTROL PANEL

BEZEL

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Control Panel Diagram

PRIMARY

CONTROL

LOCK / UNLOCK

INDICATOR

SECONDARY
CONTROL

MOMENTARY
CONTROL

BASIC FUNCTIONS

PRIMARY

CONTROL

SECONDARY
CONTROL

LOCK / UNLOCK

INDICATOR

LOCKOUT/READY MODE

The Tomahawk® is factory-shipped in Lockout
Mode, a setting for preventing accidental
illumination.To unlock the light and enter Ready
Mode, press the and buttons simultaneously
and release. The green “unlock” indicator
illuminates signaling that visible light modes
are active.

To re-enter Lockout Mode at any time during
use, press and hold the and buttons
simultaneously until the red “lockout” indicator
illuminates, then release.

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PRIMARY

CONTROL

MOMENTARY

CONTROL

MOMENTARY CONTROL BUTTON

Pressing the button will turn on the white LED
in maximum output. Releasing the button will
turn off the white LED.

PRIMARY CONTROL BUTTON

To turn on the primary (white) LED, press and
release the button. To adjust the brightness
of the primary LED, from the on position, press
and hold the button. Release the button at
the desired brightness. To turn off the primary
LED, press and release the button.

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LOW BATTERY

When the battery nears the end of its useful life
the red Lock/Unlock indicator will begin to ash.
Once the useful life of the batteries has been
reached the Tomahawk® will begin to limit its
output in order to extend run time.

LOCK / UNLOCK

INDICATOR

SECONDARY CONTROL BUTTON

(STROBE MODE)

Activate strobe by pressing the Secondary
Control button. The strobe will activate as long
as the Secondary Control button is pressed.

The Strobe function can be activated ONLY as a
momentary function and cannot be locked on.

NOTE: Upon exiting Strobe Mode,
the light will default to the last used function.

SECONDARY
CONTROL

MOMENTARY

CONTROL

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FINGER LOOP

Your Tomahawk comes equipped with a Finger
Loop installed in a neutral/straight-forward
position. In order to enhance the ergonomic
control of the Tomahawk, it is recommended that
the Finger Loop be slightly offset to better align
the thumb with the control panel.

The Finger Loop can be moved by pushing it to
the desired position.

FINGER LOOP

LOOSEN HERE

INSTALLING FINGER LOOP

A smaller Finger Loop is also provided. In order
to install the smaller Finger Loop, loosen the
threaded connection between the lamp housing
and battery housing until the large Finger Loop is
loosened to a point at which it can be removed.
Insert the collar of the smaller Finger Loop so that
it is seated within the machined groove located at
the top of the battery housing.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the Finger Loop
remains securely seated during use.
Hand-tighten the connection between
the battery housing and lamp housing as

rmly as possible.

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TOMAHAWK® STEEL CLIP

The Tomahawk Steel Clip can be adjusted to any
desired position by loosening the connection between
the battery housing and the lamp housing to the point
where the Steel Clip can be moved.

Move the Steel Clip to the desired position and re­tighten the connection.

MOLLE/PALS Webbing Attachment

The Tomahawk MOLLE Steel Clip is specially
designed to attach securely to MOLLE/PALS
webbing. See Figure A to view suggested
mounting option.

Figure A: MOLLE Steel Clip
attached to MOLLE/PALS webbing

LOOSEN HERE

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FIRST-LIGHT USA, LLC LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

The PERIOD OF WARRANTY shall be for the lifetime of the lighting device from date of purchase. First-Light USA will repair or replace,
free of charge, at First-Light USA’s option, any part due to defects in materials or workmanship. Certain countries and jurisdictions
restrict limited lifetime warranties. If you reside in one of these countries or jurisdictions, First-Light USA extends to you a 10 year limited
warranty, which maintains the following terms and conditions.

First-Light USA, at First-Light USA’s option, may refund the purchase price to the original owner if unable to make the product perform the
work for which it was designed by repair or replacement of a product of at least equal value. The limited warranty contained herein is the
purchaser’s exclusive remedy.

THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES damage or defects caused by neglect, abuse, misuse, alteration, disassembly, improper maintenance or
accidents. Batteries, or damaged caused by defective or neglected batteries are excluded from this warranty. Accessory items are also
excluded from this warranty. Electronics (other than light emitting diodes (LEDs), are limited to a 3 year warranty with proof of purchase.

To obtain warranty service, call 877.454.4450 or send e-mail to info@rstlight-usa.com.

First-Light USA will then issue a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and instructions on warranty return. The original owner must
include the RMA upon returning the product in order to obtain warranty service from First-Light USA.

We will pay to ship the repaired or replaced product to the original owner’s address if located within United States. If the original owner’s
address is located outside of the United States, we will ship the product freight collect.

If we determine the remedy is not covered under this warranty, we will notify you and inform you of service options available on a fee
basis.

FIRST-LIGHT USA, LLC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH
EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY FIRST-LIGHT USA,
LLC AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED

WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE
TO STATE.

FIRST-LIGHT USA, LLC
WARRANTY AND SERVICE DEPARTMENT
205 S. Main Street, Seymour, IL 61875

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: info@rstlight-usa.com

WHEN YOUR LIGHT DEPENDS ON IT.

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