StreamLight STINGER 2020 - Flashlight Manual and Review Video

SAFETY

Use of light in "strobe" mode may cause seizure in persons with photosensitive epilepsy.

The Stinger^® 2020, provides a powerful lumen beam at the high setting.
When operated for a long time, especially if not handheld, it will get uncomfortably warm. This is NORMAL and is not a defect. Any LED flashlight of similar size and performance will produce similar amounts of heat during operation. The only way to reduce operating heat is to SIGNIFICANTLY lower the output, or increase the size of the flashlight. While this heating may trigger the drop reflex if an unattended hot light is picked up, the temperature does not present a burn hazard. When used tactically for short periods of time to clear a room, check for intruders, etc., heating will not be a problem. When using the light for extended periods of time, use of the low power setting, if the illumination level is appropriate, will prolong battery life and reduce heat buildup.

1. While eye damage from the Stinger^® 2020 is unlikely, they are a Class 2 LED product.
2. The Stinger^® 2020 is not approved for use in hazardous atmospheres.
3. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety, operating and maintenance information for your flashlight and charger.
4. 
   To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, do not attempt to use the charger to recharge any other product. Likewise, do not attempt to charge the Stinger 2020 light with any other charger.
5. Do not try to repair the unit or charger yourself. Take it to a qualified service facility or return it to the factory.
6. Use only Streamlight rechargeable Battery P/N 220115 quantity (2). Batteries are rechargeable up to 500 times. NOTE: Replace both batteries at the same time.
7. Use of this product for other than a lighting device is not recommended.
   Streamlight specifically disclaims liability for other than recommended use.
8. 
   To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, handle the batteries carefully and never allow them to short circuit. When storing spare batteries outside of the flashlight.

USING THE LIGHT

The Stinger^® 2020 features body mounted on off switch with battery status LED and a second independent tactical push button tailcap on off switch. The Stinger^® 2020 has an intensity mode selector switch, mounted above the body on off switch for high medium and low.

• Select desired intensity mode (high, medium and low) using mode select switch.
• Light press the pushbutton switch for momentary operation at selected intensity.
• Full press the pushbutton switch (until click) once to turn the light on.
• Quick double-click of the switch will activate the rapid flash function.
• Single full press of switch from any "on" mode will turn flashlight off.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

When flashlight is first turned on a green, red or flashing red LED will illuminate through the switch button indicating battery charge status, green indicating charged, red indicating getting low and flashing red indicating end of battery charge. Upon steady red indication, switching mode to a lower intensity may extend run time.

CHARGING

The Stinger^® 2020 features two methods of charging. Streamlight wall mounted charge system. Alternately, the battery carrier may be removed and batteries charged outside the light.

Fully charge your flashlight before first use. The flashlight may be stored in the charger continuously when not in use.

To charge the flashlight, first turn it off and insert it into the charger. The triangular plate on the head fits into a mating recess in the charger. With the plate toward the charger, slip the barrel of the light between the charger arms and pull downward until it locks into place. The red LED on the charger housing must light to ensure that the battery is being charged.

Keep the flashlight and charger contacts clean at all times. Poor contacts can cause charger malfunction. An abrasive pencil eraser works well to clean the contacts.

SMART CHARGER

The SMART charger/holder is equipped with dual power input ports. The overlapping design prevents both the USB input and the 12VDC vehicle input to be connected at the same time. An AC/USB power supply with custom USB cable is supplied to attach to the charger/holder. Place the small micro-USB plug of the USB cable (SL logo up) into the USB connector sleeve (marked with SL logo) that is located on the base of the SMART charger/holder. The micro-USB plug and connector on the charger base are keyed and contain a locking feature and will "snap" into place.
Connect the AC/USB power supply to a wall outlet. The charger may also be connected to any other standard, powered USB outlet (charge time may increase).

SMART CHARGER LED INDICATORS

The red LED on the charger housing • Charging...LED is steady.

• Charged...LED pulses shortly every second.
• Error...LED pulses rapidly. This may be caused by out of range temperature or input voltage.
• It is normal for the indicator to switch between steady and blink.

5V/1A USB input: 8 hours.
12VDC input: 6 hours.

USB LI-ION BATTERY WITH INTEGRATED CHARGE PORT

Micro-USB input charges from Streamlight USB Y Split adapter (USB A to USB) most other USB sources or Streamlight charger.

Battery charge status indicators built into the top of the battery; Red for charging, Green for charged. Integrated safety circuit protects batteries from over discharge and overcharge.

Additional safety features include a pressure vent and built in PTC surge protector.
Always replace batteries at the same time.

Maximum charging temperature range is 20°F to 115°F with optimal temperature range between 50°F and 86°F. A safety circuit prevents charging outside the maximum range and the red charge LED will pulse rapidly. When temperature is within an acceptable range charging will resume.

Before mounting a Streamlight charger in a vehicle, please read the following sections.

CHARGER MOUNTING

The charger should never be mounted against any heat sensitive surface. Before drilling any holes, make sure there is room to insert and remove the flashlight. Two (2) self-tapping #8 x 2" screws are included to mount the charger. The correct size hole for these screws in sheet metal is 1/8."

VEHICULAR CHARGING

A 12VDC power cord (#22051) is equipped with a cigarette plug and is available for mounting a Streamlight charger in a vehicle. The plug can be removed and the wires can be attached directly to a power source for a more permanent installation. (A two amp fuse must be used on the positive lead.)

Before making electrical connections in a vehicle, keep in mind that a shorted auto battery can easily start a fire. Make all connections with insulated lugs or other connectors intended for such use. Be sure that your installation is fused.

The striped power lead is positive and the unmarked lead is negative. When connecting the charger to a fuse block the striped, positive power lead goes to the connector that is dead when the vehicle's fuse is removed. The charger body is electrically isolated from the charge circuit and allows positive ground installations. The charger is diode protected and if connected in reverse polarity simply won't operate until connected properly.

Streamlight recommends connecting chargers to an unswitched source of power to ensure the flashlight is always fully charged. If the vehicle will not be driven for several days, the flashlight should be removed from the charger to avoid vehicle battery drain.

The optional Fast Charger will draw between.5 and.7 amps for up to 4 hours during the fast charge period. During maintenance charge, current is pulsing and effectively draws.1 amps.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Simply unlock the tailcap and slide the battery carrier from the flashlight. Replace the batteries inserting the contact end first and re-attach the tailcap.

Be sure to use genuine Streamlight^® replacement parts.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Streamlight warrants this product to be free of defects for a lifetime of use except for batteries and bulbs, abuse and normal wear. We will repair, replace or refund the purchase price of this product should we determine it to be defective. This limited lifetime warranty also excludes rechargeable batteries, chargers, switches and electronics which have a 2 year warranty with proof of purchase. Go to www.streamlight.com/support for a complete copy of the warranty, and information on product registration and the location of authorized service centers. Retain your receipt for proof of purchase.

SERVICE OPTIONS

The Stinger^® 2020 model contains few or no user-serviceable parts.

For service options, go to www.streamlight.com/support/service and complete the Online Service Request for factory service or to find the location of an authorized Streamlight repair center near you.

Or contact:
Customer Service
STREAMLIGHT, INC.
30 Eagleville Road, Suite 100
Eagleville, PA U.S.A. 19403-3996
Phone: (800) 523-7488 Toll-Free / +1 (610) 631-0600
Fax: (800) 220-7007 / +1 (610) 631-0712
www.streamlight.com

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