NiteRider FireStorm User Manual

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  • Page 1 NiMH F i r e S t o r m U S E R G U I D E...
  • Page 2 • 2.5 hour fast charger • Fuel (battery) gauge • Frame and helmet mounting To get the most from your NiteRider light, we urge you to familiarize yourself with the following safety and operation instructions. NiteRider and FireStorm are trademarks of NiteRider, Inc.
  • Page 3 R I D I N G A T N I G H T While the FireStorm will improve your control and enjoyment of night riding, please remember that cycling at night is an inherently dangerous activity. In addition to using your lighting...
  • Page 4 800.466.8366, ext. 4. You may also e-mail us at support@niterider.com. W A R R A N T Y NiteRider stands behind its products with the following warranties: • Lifetime warranty on all mechanical components • 1 year on cables and connectors, electronic components, printed circuit boards, and HID bulbs and ballasts •...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Parts List and Identification ..... . 4 Quick Start .
  • Page 6: Parts List And Identification

    P A R T S L I S T A N D I D E N T I F I C A T I O N Please verify the contents of your FireStorm system: A. High-output HID headlamp B. 4.0 Ah-13.2 Volt NiMH battery (pocket/frame mount) C.
  • Page 7: Quick Start

    Q U I C K S T A R T 1. Fully charge the battery before the first use. See “Using the 2.5-hour Fast Charger” on page 10. 2. To mount the headlamp and battery, see “Mounting the Headlamp” on page 6 and “Mounting the Battery” on page 8.
  • Page 8: Mounting The Headlamp

    M O U N T I N G T H E H E A D L A M P The HID headlamp can be mounted to the handlebar or a helmet. Universal Handlebar Mount The Universal Handlebar Mount (UHM) is designed to fit on virtually any handlebar.
  • Page 9: Helmet Mount

    To pivot the headlamp, loosen the 2.5 x 12 mm screw located under the slider clip and swing arm and rotate the headlamp to the desired position. Make this adjustment before tightening the 2.5 x 30 mm screw. Helmet Mount 1.
  • Page 10: Mounting The Battery

    M O U N T I N G T H E B A T T E R Y The NiMH battery can be mounted to the bike frame or placed in a jersey pocket, hydration pack, or fanny pack. Warning: For safety reasons, a cyclist should never be tethered to the bike.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Note: If the LED is flashing, the battery must be disconnected to unlock this battery protection feature. Warning: HID headlamps require adequate airflow during operation (as in riding conditions). NiteRider discourages use of the light in stationary conditions as excessive heat retention can damage the lamp.
  • Page 12: Battery Charging And Care

    B A T T E R Y C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E Rechargeable batteries can last years with proper care. Most importantly, fully charge your battery: • before the first use •...
  • Page 13: Smart Battery Protection

    HID headlamp. Smart Battery Protection FireStorm’s “smart” battery incorporates thermal protection circuitry that turns the battery off when it overheats from charging, external heat, or a short circuit. When the thermal protection circuit is activated, the system will lock and the fuel gauge will become dark.
  • Page 14: Run Time

    R U N T I M E FireStorm will run for 4 hours on a fully charged battery. Run times are approximations and will vary.
  • Page 16 NiteRider, Inc. 8205 Ronson Road, Suite E San Diego, CA 92111 USA 800.466.8366 www.niterider.com 1 5 0 - 2 1 2 2 3...

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