Vector Camping Equipment VEC1197 User Manual

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VEC1197  
Sport Lantern  
USER’S MANUAL  
& WARRANTY INFORMATION  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND  
THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT  
INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS  
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
4140 S.W. 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312  
Toll Free: (866) 584-5504  
www.vectormfg.com  
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INTRODUCTION  
Thank you for purchasing the VEC1197 Sport Lantern. Please read this guide  
carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to the unit.  
FEATURES  
• Powerful fluorescent lantern  
• Ultra bright 6 LED Auxiliary Light  
• Powered by nine (9) “C” dry cell batteries (not included)  
• Fold-away Handle/Hanging Hook  
• Protective cage  
Control and Function Guide  
FOLD-AWAY HANDLE/  
HANGING HOOK  
COMPACT  
FLUORESCENT  
BULB  
6 LED AUXILIARY  
LIGHT  
(BASE OF LANTERN)  
PROTECTIVE  
CAGE  
AUXILIARY LIGHT  
ON/OFF PUSHBUTTON  
LANTERN ON/OFF  
SWITCH  
REMOVABLE  
DRY CELL  
BATTERY PACK  
POWER SUPPLY  
The unit is powered by 9 “C” dry cell batteries (not supplied).  
Turn the knob (counterclockwise) on the front of the Removable Dry Cell Battery Pack  
to open, then insert the batteries prior to use.  
Note: Manufacturer strongly recommends using alkaline dry cell batteries in this unit.  
CAUTIONS  
• When replacing the “C” dry cell batteries: DO NOT mix old and new batteries.  
DO NOT mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) and rechargeable (nickel cadmium)  
batteries. Always insert batteries correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –), marked  
on the battery and the equipment. Remove dead batteries immediately and dispose  
of per local codes  
• DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire, as this may result in an explosion.  
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.  
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OPERATING THE LANTERN  
CAUTIONS  
NEVER grasp the glass bulb directly. It can shatter.  
DO NOT TWIST to remove the bulb; it pulls straight out of the socket.  
The Lantern is controlled by the Lantern ON/OFF Switch on the front of the unit (see  
the “Control and Function Guide” on page 1).  
Optional Removable Rechargeable Battery Pack  
OPERATING THE 6 LED AUXILIARY LIGHT  
The 6 LED Auxiliary Light in the lantern base is controlled by the LED Light ON/OFF  
Pushbutton on the front of the unit. (See the “Control and Function Guide” on page 1.)  
(Not Supplied)  
A Removable, Rechargeable Battery Pack (VEC1198BAT) that installs  
directly into the unit’s Battery Compartment (in place of the Dry Cell Battery Pack) is  
available for purchase separately. Contact Vector Customer Service toll-free, at (866)  
584-5504 to order this part.  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
Cleaning  
Over time, dust or fingerprints may accummulate on the Lantern glass. Clean with a  
soft, clean, oil-free cloth moistened with household window cleaner. Do not use  
alcohol based cleaners on plastic surfaces. This will eventually cause surface clouding.  
Note: Never submerge this unit in water or any other liquid.  
Replacement Parts  
Check unit periodically and discontinue use if parts or accessories are found to be  
damaged or defective. To replace worn or defective parts, contact Vector Customer  
Service toll-free at (866) 584-5504.  
Bulb Replacement  
1. Unscrew the top of the Lantern (screws are on the underside of the top lip of the  
Lantern). Refer to Figure 1 below.  
2. Remove the bulb assembly. Refer to Figure 2 below.  
3. Locate the metal spring in the top of the lamp. Refer to Figure 3 below.  
4. Grasp the metal spring and the lamp base to remove the bulb. Refer to Figure 4  
below.  
5. Replace the bulb with a new 9 watt CFL bulb and re-assemble.  
FIGURE 1  
FIGURE 2  
FIGURE 3  
FIGURE 4  
WARNINGS  
DO NOT operate any of the units features unless the unit is fully  
assembled.  
NEVER attempt to operate the Lantern without both the bulb and  
housing in place; and only replace the bulb with a new 9 watt CFL  
bulb.  
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