RECHARGEABLE HEADLIGHT
HL-EL471RC
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 charg-
ing 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 approxi-
mate values, and will vary by environmen-
tal and user conditions.
* The optional cradle2 not only lets you charge
the battery by itself, but also gives you the
option of using it as a mobile battery.
Before using the light, please read this manual
and the included separate sheet “LITHIUM-ION /
LITHIUM-ION POLYMER 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, it lights up, and the light is not blocked by baggage, etc.
• 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 TO A BICYCLE
2
Standard charging time
Approx.
5 – 11 h
MICRO USB
USB
IN
OUT
Charging on the cradle
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
OUT
OUT
Cartridge battery
Fast charging
cradle 2
*1
2
1
2
1
3
4
4
5
Strap
Dial
Release
button
Screw
USB cable
Charge jack cover
To PC or USB battery
charger
Design Pat. Pending
Copyright© 2015 CATEYE Co., Ltd.
EL471RC-150302 1
Cartridge battery
(BA-3.1)
FlexTight™ bracket
(H-34N)
USB cable
(MICRO USB)
Light unit
ENG
Rubber pad
Bracket
