Global Machinery Company VEC158-AU User Manual

3,000,000

POWER SERIES
RECHARGEABLE SPOTLIGHT

VEC158-AU
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

051010 ED13 PS

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Contents

Full 2 Years Home Use Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home
domestic use from the date of the original purchase. If found to
be defective in materials or workmanship, the tool or the
offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with
another of the same item.

A small freight charge may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed
register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential. We reserve the
right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool
caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, alterations or
commercial or business use.

It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is
a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty

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If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge
warranty claim, please review the guide given on the rear of
the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as to the types of
claim that are permissible, and those that are not.

Warranty 2

Introduction 3

Description of symbols 3

Specifications 4

Safety instructions 4

Power tool use and care 5

Additional safety rules for spotlight 6

Additional safety information for chargers 6

Know your product 8

Unpacking 9

Operation 9

AC Power charging 9

DC Power charging 9

LED Indicator 10

Area light 10

Using the 12V DC accessory outlet 10

Replacing the spotlight 11

Replacing the battery pack 12

Replacing the DC plug fuse 13

Maintenance 13

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it �
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, please
phone our Help Line for an immediate response. Phone 1300
880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC
Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with
proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.

CAUTION.

Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special
care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.

Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your
job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the development of this tool,
making it easy to maintain and operate.

Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or instructions
on its use.

Battery

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them
as waste. All tools, hoses and packaging should be sorted,
taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an
environmentally safe way.

Do not throw into fire

Do not immerse in water

Do not dispose of as waste

Charger

Conforms to relevant standards for
electromagnetic compatibility.

Must be used indoors

Is double insulated

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Specifications

Charger

Input: 240V AC 50 Hz
Output: 12V DC 500mA
DC Cable Fuse: 15 A

SpotLight

Spotlight Bulb: 12V 100W Max, Type H-3
Battery:

lead acid, 6V, 6 Amp hour
Weight: 3.40kg
Length: 228.6mm
Width: 219.09mm
Height: 371.48mm
Charge Time: AC Approx 25 hours

DC Approx 4-6 hours
Lighting Duration Spotlight: Single Beam 40 min

Double Beam 20 min
Lighting Duration Area Lights: 20 hours

Two Maintenance free, sealed

Safety instructions

WARNING. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow

all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings below refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area

1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas

invite accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the

dust or fumes.

3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the

plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There

is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.

3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

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Personal Safety

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power

tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

2. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.

3. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off­position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.

4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating

part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can

reduce dust-related hazards.

Power Tool Use and Care

1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for

your application. The correct power tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it

on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the

switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

3. Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.

6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.

7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different

from intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts. This

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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