Vector VEC157 User Manual

Spotlight

2,000,000 Power Series

™

Corded • Cordless • Rechargeable

VEC157

OWNER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

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THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE
OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS PRODUCT. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
BEFORE USE AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than
those described herein.

This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge. The
warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users. Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. 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 accessories or damage to
units from misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power
sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid to
V ector Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector
Manufacturing 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 two years from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing 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 Vector Manufacturing’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 after 30 days. During the
warranty period, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will be responsible for the return shipping charges.

LIMITA TIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries, 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 Depar tment 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.

ST ATE 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 Vector Manufacturing 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 ever y effort to return it to you within four weeks.

W ARRANTY ACTIVA TION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing.
Enter “VEC157” as Model and “2,000,000 Power Series™” as Product Type. All Vector Manufacturing,
Ltd. 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 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

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

Y ou may also contact us at our web site www.vectormfg.com.

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Charging Using the 120 Volt AC Recharge Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Charging and Powering the DC Recharge Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Operation of the LED Area Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using the Built-In Carry Lanyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using the Built-In Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Spotlight Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Parts Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Battery Replacement/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

DC Plug Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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

2. Never look directly into light or shine the light into another person’s eyes.

3. Replace bulb with type indicated in specifications or a 12 volt H3 quartz
halogen bulb.

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

5. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

11. Dispose of unusable batteries in a responsible manner. See battery disposal
section.

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

13. Position charge adapter cords so that they do not become entangled or become
a safety hazard.

14. Keep charging adapter cords away from sharp edges.

15. Do not shine spotlight into eyes.

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