User Manual
Features
· Compact full-metal body provides incomparable portability
· Utilizes a CREE XM-L2 U2 LED for a maximum output up to 1000
Lumens
· High efficiency circuit board provides up to 330 hours runtime on one
18650 Li-ion battery or two CR123 batteries
· Five brightness levels and three concealed special modes to select from
· Direct access to turbo mode
· Incorporates innovative Precision Digital Optics Technology
· Featuring Advanced Temperature Regulation (ATR) technology to
dynamically adjust output performance based on its internal temperature
· Special head switch for quick operation with one hand
· Reverse polarity protection prevents damage from incorrectly inserted
batteries
· Toughened ultra-clear mineral glass with anti-reflective coating
· Constructed from aerospace grade aluminum alloy
· Robust HAIII military grade hard-anodized
· Comfortable chafe-free and breathable nylon headband
· Waterproof in accordance with IPX-8 (two-meter submersible)
· Impact resistant to 1.5 meters
· Tail-stand capability
Specifications
Length: 3.86” (98.0mm)
Head diameter: 0.95” (24.2mm)
Tube diameter: 0.94” (23.8mm)
Weight: 1.42oz (40.3g, without battery)
Accessories
Spare O ring, button cover,clip
Battery Options
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TURBO HIGH MID LOW
LUMENS
400
LUMENS
1000
LUMENS
210
LUMENS
75
1h3h30
min7h15min
LOWER
LUMEN
1
330
h
15h15
min
2h30
min4h30min
150
h
10h
15
min
45min
162m
(Beam Distance)
6600cd
(Peak Beam Intensity)
IPX-8, 2m
(Waterproof AND Submersible)
1.5m
(Impact Resistant)
1×18650
2×CR123
HC30
NOTICE
The above data has been measured in accordance with the international
flashlight testing standards ANSI/NEMA FL1 using one x 3.7V 3400mAh
Nitecore 18650 battery and 2 x 3V 1700mAh Nitecore CR123 batteries
under laboratory conditions. The data may vary slightly during real-world
use due to battery type, individual usage habits and environmental
factors.
Operating Instructions
Battery Installation
As illustrated, insert batteries with the positive (+) end facing towards the
head.
Caution
DO NOT direct the beam towards human or animal eyes when using
HC30.
On/Off Operation
To turn HC30 on in direct ultralow mode: with HC30 turned off, press
the switch until a “click” is heard;
To turn HC30 on in general mode: with HC30 turned off, press the
switch for over one second. HC30 has memory effect for brightness in
this mode. When it is turned on, HC30 will directly enter the brightness
level last used.
To turn HC30 off: with HC30 turned on, press the switch for over one
second.
Note: In standby mode, HC30 can stand by for over two years with one
18650 battery.
Brightness Levels
With HC30 turned on, press the switch to cycle through brightness levels:
low, medium, high, turbo, ultralow.
Instant Turbo
With HC30 turned off, press the switch for over two seconds to enter
turbo (1000 Lumens). To exit, press the switch for over one second to
turn HC30 off.
Special Modes (Strobe/SOS/Location
Beacon)
With HC30 turned off, double-click the switch to enter strobe. Press the
switch to cycle through SOS-location beacon-strobe modes. To exit, press
the switch for over one second to turn HC30 off.
Lockout Mode
Loosen the tail cover to lock out HC30 to avoid accidental activation.
Advanced Temperature Regulation(ATR)
Advanced temperature regulation (ATR) technology allows HC30 to
dynamically adjust output performance according to its internal
temperature, thus maintaining its internal temperature below 55 degree
Celsius. This prevents damage from overheating and prolongs its working
life.
Maintenance
Every 6 months, threads should be wiped with a clean cloth followed by a
thin coating of silicon-based lubricant.
TYPE
Nominal voltage
Compatible
Primary Lithium battery
CR123
3V
Y (Recommended)
18650 Rechargeable Li-ion battery
18650 3.7V
Y (Recommended)
Rechargeable Li-ion battery
RCR123 3.7V
Y
Output & Runtime