Black & Decker VEC158BD user manual Troubleshooting, Specifications

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace bulbs with 12 volt H3 75 watt only.

Battery Replacement/Disposal

Battery Replacement

The battery should last the service life of the unit. Contact Technical Support toll-free at (800) 618-5178 for any information you may need.

Safe Battery Disposal

Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery, which must be disposed of properly. Recycling is required, contact your local authority for information. Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can result in fines, or imprisonment.

WARNINGS

•Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion.

•Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire).

•Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.

•For more information on recycling this battery, call toll-free (877) 288-7722.

12 Volt DC Charging Adapter Plug Fuse Replacement

The fuse in the plug end of the 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter protects the adapter’s charging circuit. If the 120 Volt AC Charger operates, but the DC charging adapter does not, then this fuse may be opened (blown).

To replace the fuse:

1.Unscrew the end cap of the DC plug (counterclockwise).

2.Remove spring center contact and fuse.

3.Check fuse with a continuity checker.

4.If blown, locate a replacement 8 amp/250 volt fuse.

5.Replace the fuse, spring, contact and end cap.

6.Screw end cap clockwise until it is finger tight – DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

7.Test for proper operation of the 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Charging Issues

No Battery Status Indicator LEDs Light When Charging

1.Check connection to the 120 Volt AC Charger or 12 Volt DC Charging Port.

2.Check connection to AC or DC power source.

3.Confirm there is a functioning AC or DC current.

Operating Issues

The Area Light is operating, but the Spotlight is not.

•SINGLE or TWIN must be selected on the Light Mode Switch and the Trigger depressed to operate the Spotlight.

•The Spotlight will not operate while charging using the 120 volt AC method. Be sure all extension cords are disconnected from the AC charger before Spotlight use. (The Spotlight can be operated while charging using the 12 volt DC method.)

•If you suspect the bulb is blown, check the filament. If the filament is coiled and unbroken, the bulb is not blown. If bulb is blown, replace it.

None of the lights are operating.

•The battery may be completely discharged. Charge the unit following the directions on page 2.

•If the unit does not operate after recharging as directed, contact Technical Support toll-free at (800) 618-5178.

SPECIFICATIONS

Spotlight Bulb:	Dual 12 volt, H3 series, 75 watt
Battery:	Two maintenance-free, sealed lead acid,
	6 volt, 6.0 amp hour
AC Charger:	UL Listed, Class 2, 12 volt DC (300 mA)
DC Plug Fuse	8A/250 V

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