Operating
Instructions
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ECHARGEABLES
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STREAMLIGHT RECHARGEABLES
Thank you for selecting Streamlight, truly remarkable portable lights. As with any fine instrument, reasonable
care and maintenance of this product will provide years of dependable service.
Please read this manual before using your Streamlight. It includes important safety and operating instructions
and should be saved.
Flashlight must be charged overnight before first use.
SAFETY
A.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for
operating your Streamlight and charger.
B.
DO NOT OVERDISCHARGE NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES. Read the instructions under
Care and
Use of Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
in this manual.
C. BEFORE USING THE BATTERY CHARGER, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARK-
INGS ON THE CHARGER.
D.
CAUTION
:
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, DO NOT attempt to use this
charger with any other attachment or unit. Likewise, DO NOT attempt to charge the Streamlight with
any other charger.
WARNING
:
Never leave your Streamlight with its face against any surface while in operation. The
resultant heat build-up can cause a fire.
E.
DON'T ABUSE THE CORD. Never carry charger and holder by cord or yank it to disconnect the
charger from a receptacle.
F.
PLUG CHARGER DIRECTLY INTO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET. DO NOT use an extension cord.
G.
DO NOT OPERATE A DAMAGED CHARGER. Have damaged cords or plugs replaced immediately.
H.
REMOVE STREAMLIGHT FROM CHARGER HOLDER BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY ROUTINE CLEANING
OR MAINTENANCE. DO NOT try to repair the unit or charger yourself. Take it to a qualified service facil-
ity.
I.
DO NOT INCINERATE THE BATTERY, EVEN IF IT IS SEVERELY DAMAGED OR COMPLETELY WORN
OUT. The batteries can explode in a fire. Handle the battery stick carefully and never attempt to short cir-
cuit.
J.
A SMALL LEAKAGE OF LIQUID FROM THE BATTERY CELLS MAY OCCUR UNDER EXTREME USAGE
OR TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS. This does not necessarily indicate a failure. However, if the outer
case seal is broken and the leakage gets on your skin:
1) Wash promptly with soap and water.
2) Neutralize with a mild acid, such as lemon juice or vinegar.
3) If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clear water for a minimum of 10 minutes and
seek immediate medical attention. (Medical note: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of potassium
hydroxide.)
K.
DO NOT PUT ANY METAL OBJECTS INTO THE CHARGING TERMINALS LOCATED IN THE
CHARGER HOLDER. Although there is no electrical shock hazard, this action could cause a burn
injury.
L.
Use of this product for other than a lighting device is not recommended. Manufacturer specifically dis-
claims liability for other than recommended use.
M. Always observe battery polarity. A reversed battery will damage the Streamlight when charging is
attempted. Never attempt to charge any batteries other than the nickel-cadmium type battery that is
Streamlight original equipment. Recharging alkaline or carbon zinc batteries will damage the light.
MOUNTING THE CHARGER
The Streamlight charger should never be mounted against any vinyl or heat sensitive surface.
The charger is designed to be mounted in any position up to 90° from vertical and up to six feet from its power
source. AC and DC power cords are available. Each of the Streamlight power cords has a molded plug,
