Vector Stormtracker Series, Stormtracker VEC191 User's Manual & Warranty Information

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SPECIFICATIONS

Spotlight: 12 volt, H4, dual-filament, quartz halogen 100 watt bulb
Batteries: Two maintenance-free, sealed lead acid,

6 volt, 6.0 Ah
AC Adapter: 500mA, 12 volt
External DC Adapters: DC 12V input,

120 VAC, 500 mA
Radio Bands: AM (520 ~ 1710 kHz)

FM (88 ~ 108 MHz)

Weather: 162.400, 162.425, 162.450

162.475, 162.500,162.525 and 162.550 MHz
Speaker: 8 ohms, 1W
Operating Voltage: 12 volts DC

VEC191

USER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

4140 S.W. 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Toll Free: [phone]

Stormtracker

Series

by

Weather Alert Radio-Flashlight

AM/FM Weather Alert Radio, Flashlight
and Cell Phone Charger

www.vectormfg.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS

• Contains non-spillable sealed lead acid batteries. They must be recycled or disposed
of properly.

• DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire, as this may result in an explosion. DO NOT open
battery or short circuit, this may cause the battery to leak or get hot causing
personal injury. Any disposal questions call toll-free [phone].

CAUTIONS

1. All halogen lights give off heat. Never place the light face-down on any surface when lit.

2. Lens gets very hot when spotlight is operating. Do not touch lens while operating.

3. Do not look directly into spotlight or shine the light into another person’s eyes.

4. Replace bulb with type indicated in specifications or a 12 volt H4 quartz halogen 100 watt bulb.

5. Do not immerse this spotlight in water. This unit is not waterproof – it is water-resistant.

6. Keep combustibles away from spotlight lens – extreme heat can cause fires.

7. Keep sharp objects away from lens – it is glass and can break.

8. Do not drop or throw spotlight. It contains glass and a sealed lead acid battery.

9. Dispose of unusable batteries in a responsible manner. See “Battery Disposal.”

10. Do not crush, cut, pull or expose charging adapter cords to extreme heat.

11. Position charging adapter cords so that they do not become entangled or become a safety hazard.

12. Keep charging adapter cords away from sharp edges.

13. Do not substitute power cords or charging adapters. Only charge with supplied AC and DC

charging adapters. Charging adapters for this unit supply 12 volts DC.

14. Always charge in a dry location.

15. Plug in the charging adapter at the spotlight first, then plug into the charging source.

16. Do not overcharge:

– AC recharge up to 35 hours maximum.
– DC recharge up to 6 hours maximum.

17. After recharge, disconnect charging adapter and wait 5 minutes before use.

18. Do not open unit casing. There are no user serviceable parts other than spotlight bulb and batteries.

Contact manufacturer for service toll-free at [phone].

19. Keep children away from spotlight. This is not a toy!

Read This User’s Manual Before Using This Unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of Vector Products, Inc., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those
described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product
is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.

This Vector Products, Inc. product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase without additional charge. The
warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users. Manufacturer will not be responsible for any
amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances. Incidental
and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to damage to units from
misuse or incorrect installation/connection. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity
power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products may be returned to manufacturer. Any defective product that
is returned to manufacturer within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge. If such
a product is returned more than 30 days but less than one year from the purchase date, manufacturer will
repair the unit or, at its option, replace it, free of charge.

If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at manufacturer’s option. A
unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The repaired or
replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period. The customer
is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items. During the warranty period, manufacturer will
be responsible for the return shipping charges to the customer in the United States.

LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, such as charging adapters, bulbs, fuses and
batteries, damage or defects resulting from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our
service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to follow instructions
for care and maintenance, fire, flood and Acts of God.

If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department at [phone]
or toll free at [phone] for general repair information and charges if applicable. You may also
contact us through our website at www.vectormfg.com.

STATE LAW RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal
rights; other rights, which vary from state to state, may apply.

TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Contact Technical Support by telephone, fax or
mail (see below). We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit. When
returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy) and a
description of the reason for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the unit, we will
make every effort to return it to you within four weeks.

WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Products, Inc..
Enter “VEC191” as Model and “Storm Tracker

™

” as Product Type. All Vector products must be registered
within 30 days of purchase to activate this warranty. Mail the completed registration form, along with a
copy of the original sales receipt, to:

ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE

4140 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

• TOLL FREE: (866 ) 584-5504 • FAX: [phone] •

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

BD041806

© 2006 VECTOR PRODUCTS, INC.

MADE IN CHINA

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