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6.
Disconnect the bulb wire from the red power wire and set the burned out bulb aside.
7.
Unsnap the hairpin retaining wires from the reflector's flange.
8.
Using the screwdriver, loosen the retaining screw to remove the bulb from the reflector
(no need to completely remove this screw).
9.
Lift out the bulb and the attached wire.
10.
Insert the replacement bulb into the reflector's flange.
11.
Put back and secure the hairpin retaining wires.
12.
Connect the white bulb power wire to the red power wire.
13.
Tighten the retaining screw on the flange.
14.
Place the reflector in position in the body of the spotlight.
15.
Replace the rubber "O" ring in the groove around the perimeter of the reflector.
16.
Make sure both spotlight halves are aligned to accept the screws.
17.
Replace the screws and tighten (do not overtighten).
18.
Operate switch to ensure proper operation of spotlight.
FIGURE 3A
NOTE:
When handling a new bulb, do not touch the glass portion of the bulb. Natural oils from
your hands can cause the bulb to fail. If necessary, clean the bulb with alcohol or a liquid
window cleaner.
FUSE REPLACEMENT:
Unscrew the tapered end of the 12 volt DC plug to remove the old fuse.
Replace with the same type 10-amp fuse.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If technical help is required, call Vector Technical Support toll free, 866-584-5504.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS:
• All halogen lights give off heat. Never place the light face down on any surface when lit.
• Unplug the light when not in use.
• Never look directly into light or shine the light into another person's eyes.
• Replace bulb with a VEC197 Vector bulb or a 12 volt H3 type quartz halogen bulb.
• Do not immerse this spotlight in water.
Do not leave this light unattended when it is turned on. Extended use can run down a battery.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Insert the SportSpot
®
spotlight 12 volt DC plug into the accessory socket of your vehicle or a
portable 12 volt power source, such as a jump starter.
2. To turn on the SportSpot
®
move the slide switch to the ON position (up). (See Figure 2.)
3. To turn off the SportSpot
®
, move the slide switch to the OFF position (down).
FIGURE 2.
HANGING HOOK
ON/OFF SWITCH
REPLACING THE H3 12V HALOGEN BULB:
To replace the H3 type 12 volt bulb, you will need a small Phillips type screwdriver and a
replacement bulb Vector Part VEC197. Bulb life can be shortened by installing a bulb with dirt
or fingerprints on it. The bulb can be wiped clean with a cloth moistened with alcohol. During
bulb installation, avoid touching the glass part of the bulb. (See Figures 3A and 3B for details.)
1.
Disconnect the unit from any power source.
2.
Remove the rubber bezel (move towards the front of the spotlight).
3.
Using the screwdriver, remove (counterclockwise) six screws. Set them aside.
4.
Lift off the glass lens and rubber "O" ring and set them aside.
5.
Carefully remove the reflector and bulb assembly. (See figures 3A and 3B.)
Open
Closed
METAL PRONGS
METAL PRONGS
BULB
REFLECTOR
PHILLIP
HEAD
SCREW
RUBBER BEZEL
LENS
O RING
REFLECTOR
PHILLIPS
HEAD
SCREWS
FIGURE3 B
