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Unpacking

Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that 

your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you 

find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have 

been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so 

could result in serious personal injury.

Operation

It is recommended that for first time charging, you charge your 

spotlight using the AC power adaptor.

Important. 

For first time operation of spotlight, the average 

charge time is 25 hours. 
Charge time after first use is 25 hours.
If unit is not used for two months, it is suggested the battery 

be recharged for approx 4 hours and repeated every 2 months 

of non use.  

Important. 

Do not charge with AC and DC chargers at the 

same time.

AC Power Charging

CAUTION. 

Use only with AC Charging Adapters that are 

approved with unit.

Important. 

Before plugging in the power supply from the 

charger to the spotlight always ensure that the plug is switched 

off at the main as well as the spotlight and trigger switch is in the 

off position.
1. Connect the power supply from the charger to the spotlight 

via the barrel connecter (14) .Plug into the recharge port 

socket at the back of the housing (8).

2.  Plug in the charger and switch 

on. The LED indicator (12) will 

show power and that charging 

is taking place.

Charge for approximately 25 

hours maximum, or until LED 

Indicator displays green when 

the LED status display switch 

is pressed.

    Do not overcharge

 

3. Turn off the charger power supply from the main. Disconnect 

the barrel connecter from the recharge port (8). Wait 5 minutes 

before use. Store adaptor in a safe place (14).

Important. 

Do not operate when charging.

DC Power Charging & Corded Operation

CAUTION. 

Use only with DC Charging Adapters that are 

approved with unit.

Important. 

The DC source (jump starter, battery pack, vehicle 

accessory socket, etc.) must be 12 Volt DC. The DC source 

should be able to supply at least 15 amps of current if the 

spotlight is to be operated while the battery is being charged.

IMPORTANT. DO NOT TURN ON ANY LAMPS OR 

OPERATE ANY DC APPLIANCES THROUGH THE 

SPOTLIGHT’S ACCESSORY OUTLET WHEN THE AC/DC 

RECHARGE ADAPTER IS CHARGING THE UNIT.

1. Plug the DC fused recharge adapter (15) into the recharge 

port at the back of the housing (9). 

2. Insert the power plug into the accessory socket of your 

power source.  

3. The spotlight maybe operated whilst the internal batteries 

are charging.

4.     Charge for approximately 4-6 hours maximum, or until LED 

indicator displays green when the LED status display switch 

is pressed. Do not overcharge

5.  Disconnect charger from power supply. Unplug the connecter 

from the recharge port (9) Wait 5 minutes before use. Store 

adaptor in a safe place (15).

Note. 

Some vehicles must have 

the ignition switch on to power the 

vehicle accessory outlet.

Summary of Contents for VEC158-AU

Page 1: ...1 3 000 000 POWER SERIES RECHARGEABLE SPOTLIGHT VEC158 AU INSTRUCTION MANUAL 051010 ED13 PS ...

Page 2: ... of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item Asmall 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 righ...

Page 3: ...nAustralia 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 Instruction ...

Page 4: ...ds 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 Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of e...

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 or...

Page 6: ...charging 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 d...

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: ...ber bezel 5 Easy grip handle 6 Upper battery compartment 7 12 Volt DC accessory outlet 8 AC recharge port 9 DC recharge port 10 3 position switch 11 LED status button 12 LED indicator 13 Lower battery compartment 14 AC charge adapter 15 DC charge adapter 7 1 2 3 3 13 4 5 15 14 9 10 11 12 8 6 ...

Page 9: ...aking place Charge for approximately 25 hours maximum or until LED Indicator displays green when the LED status display switch is pressed Do not overcharge 3 Turn off the charger power supply from the main Disconnect the barrel connecter from the recharge port 8 Wait 5 minutes before use Store adaptor in a safe place 14 Important Do not operate when charging DC Power Charging Corded Operation CAUT...

Page 10: ...light on fig B Release the trigger switch to turn off the spotlight fig C Selection of single bulb or dual spotlight or area light is controlled by a three position slide switch on the rear of the unit 10 fig D Left switch position turns on area lights Centre switch position selects the single spotlight bulb Right switch position selects both spotlight bulbs Using the 12 volt accessory outlet The ...

Page 11: ...reveal two small Phillips screws in the wide retaining ring The screws are on opposite sides of the ring fig F 3 Using the screwdriver remove counter clockwise the two screws and set them aside fig G 4 Lift off the retaining ring glass lens and rubber O ring and set them aside fig H I 5 Carefully remove the reflector and bulb assembly fig J 6 On the failed bulb disconnect the bulb wire from the re...

Page 12: ...hen the fully charged batteries only provide about 10 minutes or less of spotlight operation they should be replaced with new batteries The VEC158 AU spotlight requires two GMC Part VEC120 AUBAT batteries one for the upper compartment the other for the lower compartment It is recommended that you change both of them at the same time WARNING DO NOT ALLOW BARE CONNECTORS TO CONTACT EACH OTHER DANGER...

Page 13: ...necessary the accessories in the original packaging In this way you will always have all the information and parts ready to hand Do not throw used batteries into fire or water There is a danger of explosion Please hand in non working or used batteries or tools with built in batteries to the environmentally safe disposal unit at a municipal waste disposal centre or to your dealer Important All batt...

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Page 15: ... 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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