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Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 

1-800-544-6986

.

WARNING: 

The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NO RED LED CHARGE LIGHT
If red LED light does not turn on when charging, do the following:
A) Check for bad connection to Spotlight recharge port
B) Check for bad connection to AC or DC adapter
C) Confirm there is a functioning AC or DC current.

Operating Issues

A) Operating the Spotlight causes charging to stop. Auxiliary Area Light will turn on when pressed while charging.

Make sure Spotlight charge port is disconnected before main beam usage.

B) If Trigger cannot be pressed fully, check to see if Trigger Lock Switch is in the “locked” position. If it is, press

lock button on either side of handle to unlock.

C) If unit does not operate, battery may be completely discharged. Charge unit using AC adapter. Follow charging

instructions in this manual. 

D) If you suspect the bulb is blown, check bulb filament. If filament is coiled and unbroken, the bulb is NOT blown.

If filament is broken, replace bulb by following bulb replacement instructions.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and
reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts,
contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page
directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 

1-800-544-6986

or visit 

www.blackanddecker.com

.

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship.
The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased
(provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s
policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with
the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service
Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and
authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our
website www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the
manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT:

If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-

6986 for a free replacement.

SPECIFICATIONS

Bulb:

H3, 6 V 55 W

Battery:

6 V, 4.5 AH

AC Charger: 

Input 120 V AC, 60 Hz / Output 12 V DC, 300 mA

DC Charger:

Fused 2 A 

Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A

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Summary of Contents for VEC1138

Page 1: ... 800 544 6986 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE CATALOG No AND DATE CODE AVAILABLE IN MOST CASES A BLACK DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU HAVE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GIVE US A CALL YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO BLACK DECKER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY THE USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Cat VEC1138 Form 90522933 Jun...

Page 2: ...ot in use before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades and the like AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Don t carry plugged in appliance with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER GFCI protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this mea...

Page 3: ...irth defect or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not plug in a power supply without the bulb lens and cover in place WARNING FIRE HAZARD Never contact combustible material to the lens and never tape or tie the switch in the on position CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE All halogen lights give off heat Do not touc...

Page 4: ...g Adapter for 20 hours or until the red Battery Status LED flashes Charge after each use until red LED flashes 120 Volt AC Charging Plug the AC Adapter included into the jack on the back of the spotlight body and then plug into a standard AC wall outlet Make sure the Trigger Lock Switch is in the OFF position The red LED indicator on the back of the pistol grip handle will illuminate to show the s...

Page 5: ... operation simply turn the spotlight upside down and rest it on the workstand see Controls and Functions CARE AND MAINTENANCE Fuse Replacement DC Adapter 1 Remove plug from accessory outlet Remove the cap by turning counterclockwise and lifting off 2 Remove center pin and spring Remove fuse 3 Replace fuse with same type and size fuse 2 amp 4 Replace center pin and spring inside plug 5 Replace cap ...

Page 6: ...o not allow the connectors to touch each other 7 Attach a new battery to wires taking care to match up proper polarity positive red to positive negative black to negative 8 Position battery in housing and reassemble spotlight Tighten all screws Battery Disposal This unit contains a maintenance free non spillable sealed lead acid battery This battery is fully recyclable and should be accepted at an...

Page 7: ... Tools Electric or call 1 800 544 6986 or visit www blackanddecker com FULL TWO YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black Decker U S Inc warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways The first which will result in exchanges only is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was pur...

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