Operating Instructions - Black & Decker FireStorm FS18AL Instruction Manual

90517816 FS18AL 4/2/07

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SWITCH (FIG. B)
To turn the light on, slide the switch (1) to the right side. To turn it off, slide the switch back.
CAUTION: Vision may be impaired when looking directly into fluorescent light.
REPLACING THE FLUORESCENT TUBE (FIG. C)
WARNING: Shock Hazard. Disconnect battery pack from tool before replacing
the fluorescent tube. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of personal
injury.
CAUTION: If replacing a broken tube, protect your hands before attempting to remove
the tube. Do not remove any pieces of broken glass or tube from the socket area with
bare hands, or personal injury may occur. Replace broken bulb in a well ventilated area.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. Lens or fluorescent tube may be hot immediately after use.
NOTE: Use only DC5273 Replacement Bulb or Sylvania PN CF13DS/E/841 replacement
bulb.
1. Rotate the cap (3) counterclockwise from its original position as shown in figure C.
Set aside
2. Carefully pull the fluorescent tube access cover out of the opening. Set aside.
3. Carefully remove the tube from the socket by gently pulling out from the base.
Check to ensure the socket and the area around the socket is free of dirt, dust
and other contaminants.
4. Insert the new tube in the same orientation as the old tube making sure it is fully
seated. Replace the fluorescent tube access cover that you set aside earlier.
5. Twist the cap back on.
To replace a broken tube:
1. Rotate the cap (3) counterclockwise from its original position as shown in figure C.
2. Carefully pull the fluorescent tube access cover out of the opening. Set aside.
3. Remove the two screws (4) from the clear plastic housing. Rotate the cover upward to
allow access to the broken tube. Wearing protective gloves, remove the broken glass
or tube.
4. Move the clear plastic housing back to the closed position and replace the screws (4).
5. Insert the new tube in the same orientation as the old tube making sure it is fully
seated. Replace the fluorescent tube access cover that you set aside earlier.
6. Twist the cap back on.
BUNGEE CORD (FIG. D)
CAUTION: When bungee cord (7) is in use, do not shake light. Personal injury or
property damage may occur.
CAUTION: When light is hung by the cord, do not shake the light or object that it is
hanging from. Do not hang the light from any electrical wires or anything that it is not
secure. Personal injury or property damage may occur.
CAUTION: Only use the bungee cord for hanging the area light. The bungee cord is
not intended to support additional weight. Do not attach or hang anything additional to the
light or risk of breakage may occur.
The built-in bungee cord (7) nests in the handle (6). This cord can be extended away
from the handle, as shown in Figure D and used to hang the light. The cord can also be
removed from one end if needed.
ROTATING THE LIGHT HOUSING (FIG. E)
The handle can be moved by pressing down on the slide release shown in figure E and
rotating the handle into one of six locked positions. These different handle positions can
be used to carry the light or to lean the light back on the handle for stationary use.
MAINTENANCE
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized
service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement
parts.
1:38 PM Page 9
9