Cateye HL-EL1010RC Manual

RECHARGEABLE HEADLIGHT
HL-EL1010RC
Manual
Before using the light, please read this manual and
the included separate sheet "LITHIUM-ION / LITH-
IUM-ION POLYMER BATTERIES" thoroughly, and
keep them for future reference.
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Copyright© 2015 CATEYE Co., Ltd.
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EL101RC-150313
Light unit
Cartridge battery
(BA-6.8)
USB cable
(MICRO USB)
FlexTight™ bracket
(H-34N)
2 HOW TO MOUNT TO A BICYCLE
Bracket
Rubber pad
1
Strap
WARNING!!! / CAUTION!
ENG
• This light emits an extremely powerful beam equivalent to automo-
bile headlight so it may cause a hazardous situation depending on
the beam angle used. Be sure to direct the light beam downward
so the driver approaching does not get dazzled.
• Do not use high mode on public roads.
• Before your trip, please make sure the light is fi rmly mounted to the
bracket, it lights up, and the light is not blocked by baggage, etc.
• Do not stare at the light when it is illuminating.
Otherwise it may damage your eyesight.
• Do not place it within children's reach.
• In preparation for unexpected battery shutoff, we recommend you
carry a spare light.
1 HOW TO CHARGE
Standard charging time
USB cable
Charge jack cover
1
Dial
*1
Screw
2
3
1. Connect the light unit to your PC or a
Approx. 9 – 16 h
commercial USB battery charger using
the USB cable. (Fig 1
To PC or USB
The switch lights up, and charging
battery charger
starts.
button light
2
* When your PC is in sleep state, the
unit cannot be charged.
1. Mount the bracket to the handlebar.
(Fig 2
2. Insert the light unit into the bracket until
it clicks, and adjust the beam angle. (
Turn on the light on a smooth road at
night, and loosen the dial slightly to
move the bracket. Adjust the beam an-
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gle so it does not direct to a driver ap-
proaching and
then tighten the
dial fi rmly to fi x
the bracket.
• Mounting the light unit too close to a wireless computer may ad-
versely affect the reading of the computer.
• This product is water-resistant under normal daily use and can be
used in the rain. However, do not intentionally submerge it in water.
• If the light unit or parts become dirty with mud, etc., clean with a
soft cloth which is moistened with mild soap. Never apply paint
thinner, benzine or alcohol; damage will result.
• Dispose of used cartridge batteries appropriately according to lo-
cal regulations.
Before Initial Use
This unit is shipped with a small charge to check the light.
Be sure to charge it before use, according to the instructions
"HOW TO CHARGE".
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On Charging
Slow fl ash Fast charging
Switch
Charging is
Off
completed
Fast fl ash Charging error
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1 3
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Beam angle adjustment
NO!
OK
* Use a USB battery charger of 500mAh
(USB2.0) or more. The cartridge can
be fast-charged with high capacity
USB battery charger.
2. After charging is completed, remove
the USB cable, and install the charge
jack cover.
* The battery charges to about 80% after
approximately 12 hours.
* Charging and lighting times are ap-
proximate values, and will vary by
environmental and user conditions.
3. To remove the light unit, pull out it
forward while pressing down on the
release button ( ).
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CAUTION!:
• Be sure to tighten the dial by hand. When
you tighten it too hard with a tool, the
screw thread may be stripped.
• Check the dial and screw (*1) on the
bracket periodically, and use them without
any loosening.
• Round off the cut edge of the bracket strap
to prevent injury.