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Additional safety instructions for the 

spotlight

WARNING. 

Contains non-spillable sealed lead acid battery. 

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, as this may cause 

the battery to leak or get hot causing personal injury. 
1. 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.

2. Do not submerge in water. This unit is not waterproof 

- it is water resistant.

3. Keep children away from spotlight. This is not a toy!
4. Lens gets very hot when spotlight is operating. Do not 

touch lens while operating.

5. Keep combustibles away from spotlight lens - extreme 

heat can cause fires.

6. Do not stand the spot light when turned on with the 

lens face downward. 

7. Keep sharp objects away from lens - it is glass and it 

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 section).

10. Do not crush, cut, pull or expose charging adapter 

cords to extreme heat.

11. Keep charging adapter cords away from sharp edges.
12. Position charge adapter cords so that they do not 

become entangled or become a safety hazard.

13. Do not shine spotlight in eyes.
14. Do not operate while recharging.

Additional safety instructions for the 

charger

• 

Before using the charger, read all the instructions and 

cautionary markings on the charger and spotlight. 

• 

Only charge your spotlight indoors as the charger is 

designed for indoor use only.

• 

WARNING. 

Do not allow any liquid to come into 

contact with the charger. There is a danger of electric 

shock.

• 

Allow the battery pack to cool down after charging, do 

not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed 

or open trailer left in the sun.  

• 

The spotlight is not intended for any use other than 

charging the exact type of rechargeable battery pack as 

supplied with the charger. Any other use may result in 

the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

• 

The charger and spotlight are specifically designed to 

work together. Do not attempt to charge the spotlight 

with any other charger than the one supplied.

• 

Do not place the charger near any heat source.

• 

Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where 

it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise 

subjected to damage or stress.

• 

Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely 

necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could 

cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.

• 

Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a 

heavy knock, dropped or otherwise damaged in any 

way. Take the charger to an authorised service centre 

for a check or repair.

• 

Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to an 

authorised service centre when service or repair is 

required. Incorrect re-assembly may result in the risk of 

fire, electric shock or electrocution.

Summary of Contents for VEC117

Page 1: ...1 1 000 000 POWER SERIES RECHARGEABLE SPOTLIGHT VEC117 AU INSTRUCTION MANUAL 051005 ED8 PJ ...

Page 2: ...in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be...

Page 3: ...1 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruct...

Page 4: ...spheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical Safety 1 Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodifie...

Page 5: ... Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed 2 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 3 Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories o...

Page 6: ...echarging Additional safety instructions for the charger Before using the charger read all the instructions and cautionary markings on the charger and spotlight Only charge your spotlight indoors as the charger is designed for indoor use only WARNING Do not allow any liquid to come into contact with the charger There is a danger of electric shock Allow the battery pack to cool down after charging ...

Page 7: ...gers together Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104 F 40 C such as alongside sheds or metal structures in the summer The charger is designed for use from a standard household electrical supply 230 240 volts Do not attempt to connect the charger to a supply with a different supply ...

Page 8: ...your product 1 Trigger switch 2 Area light switch 3 Area light 4 LED indicator 5 Recharge port 6 Trigger switch lock 7 Pistol grip handle 8 Lanyard 9 AC charge adapter 10 DC charge adapter 2 10 9 5 7 6 1 3 4 8 ...

Page 9: ...arging is taking place 3 Charge for approximately 12 15 hours maximum or until the green LED is lit 4 Turn off the charger power supply from the main Disconnect the barrel connecter from the recharge port 5 Wait 5 minutes before use Store adaptor in a safe place Do not overcharge Charge until LED light green status max 12 15 hours Important Do not operate when charging DC Power Charging CAUTION Us...

Page 10: ...usly depressing the Trigger Switch To lock trigger switch slide trigger switch lock upwards This can be done in the on or off position To release lock slide lock downwards The spotlight s circuitry will automatically dim the light when the battery s power is reducing This preserves the run time of the spotlight The circuit also prevents deep discharge of the battery even if the light turns off fro...

Page 11: ...ng screw on the flange fig M 14 Reassemble in reverse order 15 Operate switch to ensure proper operation of spotlight fig N Replacing the Battery Pack The Sealed Lead Acid Battery has a life of several years if recharged promptly after each use When a fully charged battery only provides about five minutes or less of spotlight operation it should be replaced with a new one To replace the battery yo...

Page 12: ... will damage the circuits inside the spotlight Double check battery polarity before reassembly 10 Replace hard plastic battery compartment cover Make sure wires are not crushed 11 Replace four Phillips screws in battery compartment cover do not over tighten 12 Replace Rubber End Cap so the Recharge Port is accessible Charge the recommended time for a new battery This is typically 12 15 hours or un...

Page 13: ...ally safe disposal unit at a municipal waste disposal centre or to your dealer Important All batteries lose charge over time especially when they are warm AC recharge is recommended every two months when not in frequent use Use the AC recharger and charge for the recommended time If the unit has dirt on it gently clean the outer surfaces of the spotlight unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mil...

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Page 16: ... about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country Helpline 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand The GMC 777 Helpline operates ...

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