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RECHARGEABLE HEADLIGHT 

HL-EL470RC

Manual

1. Connect the light unit to your PC or a 

commercial USB battery charger using 

the USB cable. (Fig 1 

1

 – 

2

The switch indicator turns on and 

charging starts.

*  If using a cradle (optional), the 

indicator on the cradle turns on.

Indicator light

State

On

Charging

(500 mA charging)

Flashing slowly

(1 A charging)

Off

Charging is completed

*  When your PC is in sleep state, the 

unit cannot be charged.

*  Use a USB battery charger of 

500mAh (USB2.0) or more. 

The cartridge can be fast-charged with 

high capacity USB battery charger.

*  If the indicator fl ashes rapidly, there 

is a charging error. Remove the 

cable and try again.

2. After charging is completed, remove 

the USB cable, and install the charge 

jack cover.

*  Charging and lighting times are ap-

proximate values, and will vary by 

environmental and user conditions. 

Before using the light, please read this manual and 

the attached “Lithium-ion Batteries” thoroughly, and 

keep them for future reference.

HOW TO CHARGE

1

 CAUTION!

• Before your trip, please make sure the light is fi rmly mounted to 

the bracket and it lights up.

• Do not place it within children’s reach.
• In preparation for unexpected battery shutoff, we recommend you 

carry a spare cartridge battery and light.

• Mounting the light unit too close to a wireless computer may 

adversely affect the reading of the computer.

• This product is water-resistant under normal daily use and can be 

used in the rain. 
However, do not intentionally submerge it in water.

• If the light unit or parts become dirty with mud, etc., clean with a 

soft cloth which is moistened with mild soap. 

Never apply paint thinner, benzine or alcohol; damage will result.

• Dispose of used cartridge batteries appropriately according to 

local regulations.

 Before Initial Use

This unit is shipped with a small charge to check the light. 

Be sure to charge it before use, according to the instructions 

“HOW TO CHARGE”.

1. Mount the bracket to the handlebar.

(Fig 2 

1

 – 

3

)

2. Insert the light unit into the bracket 

until it clicks, and adjust the beam 

angle. (

4

)

3. To remove the light unit, pull out it 

forward while pressing down on the 

release button (

5

).

*  To re-adjust the beam angle, loosen 

the dial enough to move the bracket, 

and fi rmly tighten it after adjustment.

*  The light can be mounted under the 

handlebar.

CAUTION!:

• Be sure to tighten the dial by hand. 

When you tighten it too hard with 

a tool, the screw thread may be 

stripped.

• Check the dial and screw (*1) on the 

bracket periodically, and use them 

without any loosening.

• Round off the cut edge of the bracket 

strap to prevent injury.

HOW TO MOUNT

2

Standard charging time

Approx. 

5 – 11 h

*1

2

1

2

3

4

5

1

Strap

Dial

Release

button

Screw

USB cable

Charge jack cover

To PC or USB battery charger

Design Pat. Pending

Copyright© 2014 CATEYE Co., Ltd. 

EL47RC-140609 2

Cartridge battery

(BA-3.1)

FlexTight™ bracket

(H-34N)

USB cable

Light unit

ENG

Rubber pad

Bracket

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