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Item #38408 Rechargeable Spotlight
Operating Instructions
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
Copyright 1998 by Harbor Freight Tools. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or
any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express
written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire instruction sheet to
become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
Technical Specifications:
Candlepower: 500,000
Charging Time: 10 hours (Approximately 1000 Charging Cycles)
Continuous Running Time: 25 minutes
Bulb: 30 Watt Halogen
Lens Diameter: 6 inch
Battery: Sealed Lead Acid-Rechargeable
Adapter Included: Cigarette Plug U.L. Adapter
Warning:
1. Read this instruction sheet completely before using the Spotlight.
2. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles when working with tools and equipment.
3. Read and understand the charging instructions before using this product.
4. Never allow children to charge the Spotlight.
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5. The Transformer Adapter is a 120V Input; 12V Output. Common household current is 110-120 Volts.
There will be no complications using this Spotlight’s Transformer Adapter with household receptacles. Never
try to plug a 110-120 Volt item into a 220-240 Volt circuit (or vice-versa) or serious complications and possible
injury to the operator may occur. The plugs have different shapes to prevent this.
6. This Transformer Adapter has a two prong plug.
Operating Instructions
1. The Spotlight must be completely charged before it’s first use. Plug in the Transformer Adapter (#22) wire
plug into the power receptacle at the back part of the Spotlight Case (#1). Plug in the Transformer Adapter into
your household electrical receptacle. Allow the Spotlight to charge for 10 hours. The red light on the back of
the handle will be lit while the unit is charging.
2. This Spotlight may also be charged by connecting the Cigarette Plug U.L. Adapter (#23) wire plug to the
power receptacle on the back of the Spotlight handle, and plugging in the Cigarette Plug U.L. Adapter to the
lighter receptacle inside your car. With the car’s accessory ignition position “ON”, the Spotlight will charge.
Again, allow 10 hours for a full charge.
3 Once the Spotlight has been charged, remove either the Transformer Adapter or Cigarette Plug U.L.
Adapter. Test the Push Switch (#4) to make sure the light works.
4. The Spotlight comes with a Lock Switch (#3) which allows the Spotlight to be turned on for extended
periods of time without having to hold down the Push Switch. To activate the Lock Switch, first depress the
Push Switch to turn the Spotlight on; while holding down the Push Switch, push in the Lock Switch on the right
side of the Spotlight Case. This will lock the light in the “ON” position. To turn the light off, push in the Lock
Switch on the left side of the Case.
5. The Storage Battery (#5) is not replaceable.
6. The Cord (#17) is provided and can be wrapped around the user’s wrist to better secure the Spotlight.
7. There also is a standard fitting on the underside of the Case which can be used to accept a tripod base (not
included).
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Parts Diagram
Part Number Listing
Part # Description Qty Part # Description Qty
1 Case 1 13 Glass 1
2 Nut M10 1 14 Reset Switch 1
3 Switch (Lock) 1 15 Circuit Board 1
4 Switch (Push) 1 16 Clip 1
5 Storage Battery 1 17 Cord 1
6 Nut M3 2 18 Screw M3x12 2
7 Washer 2 19 Screw M2.5x12 2
8 Light Base 1 20 Screw M3x16 4
9 Reflector 1 21 Screw M3x10 1
10 Screw M3x26 2 22 Trans. Adapter (not shown) 1
11 Bulb 1 23 Cigarette Plug (not shown) 1
12 Sealing Washer 1
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