Schumacher RED FUEL SL159 Owner's Manual
Model / Modelo / Modèle :
SL159
LED Rechargeable Road Flare
Luz de emergencia recargable LED
Route rechargeable LED flare
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BEFORE EACH USE.
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within a specic country, per WEEE requirements.
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para recibir información detallada sobre cómo desechar
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions. Read, understand and follow all instructions before using
the product.
1.2 DO NOT allow children to use the product without adult supervision.
1.3 DO NOT look directly into the light or shine the light directly into the eyes of any
person or animal.
1.4 DO NOT operate the unit if it is damaged in any way; take it to a qualied service
person.
1.5 Turn off all lights before charging.
1.6 DO NOT leave the battery in a discharged state.
1.7 WARNING! Do not use any other chargers except the ones provided to charge the
internal battery. Use of a charger not supplied by Schumacher® Electric Corporation
may result in a risk of re, injury to persons and/or damage to property.
1.8 DO NOT use the unit with a charger which has a damaged cord or plug; replace
the cord or plug immediately.
1.9 IMPORTANT! Make sure the voltage marked on the charger plug is the same as
the unit.
1.10 To reduce the risk of damage to the charger plug, pull by the plug, rather than the
cord when disconnecting the charger.
1.11 DO NOT use the provided charger to charge or power any other electrical item.
1.12 DO NOT expose the charger to water or use in damp conditions.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS OR FIRE, FOLLOW THESE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
2.1 DO NOT disassemble the unit; take it to a qualied service person when service
or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in failure of the waterproof
seal and damage to the unit.
2.2 DO NOT crush, puncture, short external contacts or dispose of in re or water.
2.3 Recycle or dispose of the used battery as required by local regulations.
2.4 If the electrolyte in the cells gets on your skin, wash thoroughly with soap
and water. If it gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with cool water and seek
immediate medical attention.
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2.5 This product contains a lithium ion battery. In case of re, you may use water, a
foam extinguisher, Halon, CO2, ABC dry chemical, powdered graphite, copper powder
or soda (sodium carbonate) to extinguish the re. Once the re is extinguished, douse
the product with water, an aqueous-based extinguishing agent, or other nonalcoholic
liquids to cool the product and prevent the battery from re-igniting. NEVER attempt to
pick up or move a hot, smoking, or burning product, as you may be injured.
2.6 WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
3. SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Remove any cord wraps and uncoil the cable prior to use.
4. FEATURES
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1. Hook
2. ON/OFF power button
3. Magnet
4. Charging port
5. Magnetic connector hub
6. Charging status indicator
7. 100V~240V AC wall charger
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8. 12V DC car charger
9. USB/Micro USB charging cable
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5. CHARGING
IMPORTANT! CHARGE THE FLARE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER
EACH USE, AND AT LEAST EVERY 6 MONTHS. Failure to do this will reduce the
battery’s capacity and may void the warranty.
5.1 The Flare may be charged using either a 12V car charger or AC wall charger
(included).
5.2 Connect the micro USB end of the charging cable to the micro USB port of the
Magnetic Connnetor Hub.
5.3 Insert the USB end of the cable into the USB port on the wall charger or car
charger.
5.4 Connect the Magnetic Connector Hub to the Flare, aligning the (+) and (-) terminal
symbols on each. The magnet in the center will keep the two items connected.
5.5 Plug the 12V or AC charging adapter into either a 12V power receptacle or a live
AC wall outlet.
5.6 LED indicators
• Red LEDs on the wall charger and magnetic connector hub indicate charging.
• Green LEDs on the wall charger and magnetic connector hub indicate
completed charge, misaligned terminals or reverse polarity.
5.7 Recharge the are after use, and at least every 6 months.
6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 Using the magnet on the back, attach to any magnetic metal surface.
6.2 The LED Road Flare is waterproof. It may be safely used for marine applications and
in wet environments, and submerged to a depth of 33 feet. It will oat unless secured.
6.3 Press the ON/OFF button to rotate through the following 9 light patterns:
1. Rotate
2. Quad ash
3. Single blink
4. Alternating blinks
5. SOS rescue (Morse code)
6. Steady on: high
7. Steady on: low
8. 2 LED Flashlight
9. 4 LED Flashlight
10. OFF
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6.4 Alternate operation: To turn off the are without cycling through the 9 light patterns,
press and hold the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds. Two LEDs will ash ve times
and then turn off. When ready to operate again, press the ON/OFF button and it will
return to the last ash pattern that was selected before turning off.
6.5 Recharge the are after use, and at least every 6 months. VOTING
7. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
7.1 After charging and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the are.
7.2 Do not use alcohol, ammable solutions, or other solvents on or near this unit.
Clean only with warm water and a soft cloth.
7.3 Any servicing should be performed by qualied service personnel.
8. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
8.1 Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
8.2 Take care to avoid/prevent damage to the chargers, cords and unit. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or property damage.
8.3 Charge the are’s internal battery immediately after purchase, after every use
and every 6 months.
8.4 All batteries are affected by temperature. The ideal storage temperature is at
70°F. The internal battery will gradually self-discharge (lose power) over time,
especially in warm environments. Leaving the battery in a discharged state may
result in permanent battery damage. To ensure satisfactory performance and
avoid permanent damage, charge the internal battery every 6 months.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The are does not
operate.
The battery is not charged. Recharge the battery to full
charge.
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10. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
For information about troubleshooting,
contact customer service for assistance:
services@schumacherelectric.com
www.batterychargers.com
or call 1-800-621-5485, Monday-Friday 7:00am to 5:00pm CST
For REPAIR OR RETURN, contact Customer Service at 1-800-621-5485.
DO NOT SHIP UNIT until you receive a RETURN MERCHANDISE
AUTHORIZATION (RMA) number from Customer Service at Schumacher
Electric Corporation.
When returning an item, place the original package into a shipping carton. If you
received an emailed label from Schumacher, please print the label and tape it to
the carton. Only ship via insured ground service with a tracking number.
Return shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer. We cannot accept
C.O.D. deliveries and are not responsible for lost or damaged packages. Please
do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer’s package.
Please allow 2-3 days from date we received the package for us to process your
return. All return shipping charges must be prepaid.
11. SPECIFICATIONS
Battery type ............................................................... Lithium ion, 3.7V, 800mAh
Charging time .......................................................................................4-6 hours
Operating time ....................................................................................... 12 hours
Ingress protection rating ...............................................................................IP67
Wall charger:
Input ..........................................................................100V~240 V AC, 50-60 Hz
Output .............................................................................................5V DC, 0.5 A
Car charger:
Input ........................................................................................................12V DC
Output .............................................................................................5V DC, 0.5 A
12. REPLACEMENT PARTS
Charger replacement kit (wall charger, car charger,
USB/micro USB cable and magnetic connector hub)....................2299002990Z
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13. LIMITED WARRANTY
WARRANTY NOT VALID IN MEXICO.
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE,
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056-2179, MAKES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO
THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE OR ASSIGNABLE.
Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants this road are
for one (1) year from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or
workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. If your unit is not free
from defective material or workmanship, Manufacturer’s obligation under this
warranty is solely to repair or replace your product with a new or reconditioned
unit at the option of the Manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to
forward the unit, along with proof of purchase and mailing charges prepaid
to the Manufacturer or its authorized representatives in order for repair or
replacement to occur.
Manufacturer does not provide any warranty for any accessories used with this
product that are not manufactured by Schumacher Electric Corporation and
approved for use with this product. This Limited Warranty is void if the product
is misused, subjected to careless handling, repaired, or modied by anyone
other than Manufacturer or if this unit is resold through an unauthorized retailer.
Manufacturer makes no other warranties, including, but not limited to, express,
implied or statutory warranties, including without limitation, any implied warranty
of merchantability or implied warranty of tness for a particular purpose. Further,
Manufacturer shall not be liable for any incidental, special or consequential damage
claims incurred by purchasers, users or others associated with this product, including,
but not limited to, lost prots, revenues, anticipated sales, business opportunities,
goodwill, business interruption and any other injury or damage. Any and all such
warranties, other than the limited warranty included herein, are hereby expressly
disclaimed and excluded. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages or length of implied warranty, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal
rights and it is possible you may have other rights which vary from this warranty.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY
AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES OR AUTHORIZES ANYONE
TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT
OTHER THAN THIS WARRANTY.
Schumacher® and the Schumacher logo are registered
trademarks of Schumacher Electric Corporation.
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