CONGRATULATIONS!
You’ve purchased the finest in natural lighting technology
with your new OttLite
®
product.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete the enclosed Product Registration Form
and return it today by mail, or register online by going to:
www.OttLite.com/warranty.
BE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND BATTERY CAUTIONS
AND BATTERY MAINTENANCE COMPLETELY BEFORE USING
LAMP.
WARNING: To prevent electric shock, make sure the lamp
is not plugged in until all assembly steps are complete.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE:
AC means alternating current, which is available via wall
outlet. DC means direct current, which is provided via battery.
1. Remove all packaging from the lamp, including tube and
scratch protection wrappings.
2. Remove the shade (A) by pulling away from lamp using a
slight side to side rocking motion.
3. Remove included tube (B) from packing and install into
lamp socket (C) by aligning tube base with socket then push
firmly until it snaps into place. Do not twist, turn, or bend
tube.
4. Give a gentle pull on the tube to confirm it is being held by
the socket.
5. Reattach shade (A) to lamp by aligning shade tabs with
lamp slots and press shade into lamp until it ‘snaps’ into place.
6. Rotate shade to its closed and off position.
7. Referring to diagram (J), move the AC/ DC switch to the
AC position.
8. Refer to OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS to fully charge battery
BEFORE FIRST USE and after EVERY USE.
9. Refer to Tube INSERTION/ REMOVAL for future replacement
of tube.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE:
This product is intended for indoor use only.
NOTE:
Battery must be fully charged before first use and after
every use to maximize battery life and lamp run time.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES:
• The lamp must be positioned upright while charging.
• The lamp must not be placed on its side or tilted
when in use.
1. Charging the battery:
a. The battery will be charging any time the lamp is
connected to a 120V AC outlet as directed below.
Refer to diagram (J) as needed.
b. Connect the AC Adapter (H) to a standard 120V AC outlet
and to the 9V DC connector (D).
c. Rotate the shade (A) to its closed and off position.
The battery charges faster when the lamp is off.
2. Using the Lamp with wall power:
a. See diagram (J) as needed.
b. Connect the AC Adapter (H) to a standard 120V AC outlet
and to the 9V DC connector (D).
c. Move the AC/ DC switch to the AC position.
d. Rotate shade to an open position at least 4” higher than
the base.
e. If the AC/ DC switch is moved to the DC position the lamp
will turn off, this is normal.
3. Using the Lamp with battery power:
a. See diagram (J) as needed.
b. Battery operation should be attempted only when the
battery has a full charge or close to a full charge.
c. Disconnect the AC Adapter (H) from the 9V DC
connector (D).
d. Move the AC/ DC switch to the DC position.
e. Rotate shade to an open position at least 4” higher than
the base.
f. If the AC/ DC switch is moved to the AC position the
lamp will turn off, this is normal.
4. Shade Tension Adjustment:
Use a coin in slot (K) of the tension joint to tighten or loosen
the shade tension. Tighten only enough to keep the shade
in place. Overtightening will damage the lamp.
TUBE INSERTION / REMOVAL
1. Disconnect lamp from wall power, if connected.
2. Move AC/ DC switch (J) to the AC position.
3. If the lamp has been in use allow it to cool approximately
5 minutes before proceeding.
4. Remove the shade (A) by pulling away from lamp using a
slight side-to-side rocking motion.
5. Remove tube (B) from packing and install into lamp socket
(C) by aligning tube base with socket then push firmly until it
snaps into place. Do not twist, turn, or bend tube. Give a
gentle pull on tube to confirm it being held by the socket.
6. Reattach shade (A) to lamp by aligning shade tabs with
lamp slots and press shade into lamp until it ‘snaps’ into place.
BATTERY-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
a. Battery Care:
Rechargeable Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) batteries require proper
care and use to ensure maximum life (number of charges and
duration of use). Fully charge your SLA battery before using
it the first time. Do not store your battery for more than 4-6
weeks without charging. Normally, a SLA battery will self-
discharge 1% per day even when not in use.
b. Battery Capacity:
Your lamp is supplied with a 5Ah (ampere-hour) SLA battery
that will initially give 3 or more hours of use. As the battery
ages, hours of use will normally decrease. A fully charged
battery that will not keep the lamp lit continuously for more
than 1 hour is considered depleted and should be replaced.
Replacement batteries are available from OttLite as well as
other sources. However, a battery of less than 5Ah capacity
will give fewer hours of use.
SLA batteries are the best choice for long use time,
rechargeability, and economy however they take a long time
to charge to full capacity. To ensure a full capacity charge,
let your battery charge overnight (12 to 16 hours). Short
use times (less than an hour) and short charge times (1 to
12 hours) will not hurt your battery for a few operations, but
always fully charge the battery when possible.
c. Charge Readiness light (L):
The Power Indicator light indicates that the lamp is connected
to AC power (wall outlet); a connected battery will be charging
when the light is RED. A green light indicates the battery is
fully charged and ready for use. To ensure optimal capacity,
charge the battery for 12 to 16 hours after use.
BATTERY CAUTIONS:
CAUTION – HIGH ENERGY STORAGE
• DO NOT ALLOW THE BATTERY TERMINALS TO BE SHORTED:
1) DO NOT ALLOW CONDUCTIVE MATERIALS TO CONTACT TERMINALS.
2) BATTERY DOOR MUST BE INSTALLED DURING USE AND CHARGING.
3) DO NOT EXPOSE TO WATER.
• BATTERY CONTAINS STRONG ELECTROLYTE.
• DO NOT APPLY UNDUE FORCE, DROP, OR STRIKE BATTERY.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE OR MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO BATTERY.
• IF BATTERY IS DAMAGED AND ELECTROLYTE CONTACTS SKIN OR CLOTHING,
WASH IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER.
• IF ELECTROLYTE GETS INTO EYES, FLUSH WITH CLEAN WATER AND SEEK
MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• WHEN INSERTING THE BATTERY INTO THIS PRODUCT, CORRECT POLARITY
MUST BE OBSERVED. REVERSING OF CORRECT POLARITY CAN CAUSE
LEAKAGE OF ELECTROLYTE OR EXPLOSION.
• DO NOT EXPOSE BATTERY TO HEAT OR FLAME.
The battery should be fully charged after any long period of
non use to ensure long life. Maximum battery life is achieved
by recharging the battery before a complete discharge is
reached and before prolonged storage.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT:
CAUTION – HIGH ENERGY STORAGE
CUSTOMER: IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERN OR QUESTION IN
REFERENCE TO INSTALLING THE BATTERY, PLEASE SEEK
QUALIFIED ASSISTANCE. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
DAMAGE OR INJURY.
1. Remove the battery door by loosening the retention screws
(G) and pull the top of the door away from the lamp.
2. Gently work the battery (E) out the lamp making sure the
leads (F) do not catch on anything.
3. Remove each lead by grasping firmly on the insulated end
and pull the lead away from the terminal using a slight side-to-
side rocking motion.
4. Attach the leads to the new battery by grasping firmly on
the insulated end, align the lead to the terminal, then push
the end fully onto the terminal. Connect the RED lead to the
positive (+) terminal and the BLACK lead to the negative (-)
terminal.
5. Replace the battery in the lamp. Confirm lead wires are
positioned to prevent pinching of wires. Slide the battery fully
into the lamp.
6. Replace the battery door and secure with the retention
screws (G) to hold the door in place.
RECYCLING OF BATTERY:
The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable
battery. This battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life,
under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose
of this battery in the municipal waste system. Please check
with your waste officials for details on recycling or proper
disposal. www.recycle.com
Please note that in operation, OttLite
®
tubes are not dimmable.
Enjoy your OttLite
®
Rechargeable Task Lamp!
This lighting system is designed for use with OttLite
®
type
(Style Number PL13-F). Use of other products voids the
warranty and may result in damage to the lighting system.
Rechargeable Task Lamp
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