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OPERATING THE LANTERN

The Lantern is controlled by the Lantern ON/OFF Switch on the front of the unit (see the “Control and Function Guide” on page 1).

OPERATING THE 6 LED AUXILIARY LIGHT

The 6 LED Auxiliary Light in the lantern base is controlled by the LED Light ON/OFF Pushbutton on the front of the unit. (See the “Control and Function Guide” on page 1.)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

Over time, dust or fingerprints may accummulate on the Lantern glass. Clean with a soft, clean, oil-free cloth moistened with household window cleaner. Do not use alcohol based cleaners on plastic surfaces. This will eventually cause surface clouding.

Note: Never submerge this unit in water or any other liquid.

Replacement Parts

Check unit periodically and discontinue use if parts or accessories are found to be damaged or defective. To replace worn or defective parts, contact Vector Customer Service toll-free at (866) 584-5504.

Bulb Replacement

1.Unscrew the top of the Lantern (screws are on the underside of the top lip of the Lantern). Refer to Figure 1 below.

2.Remove the bulb assembly. Refer to Figure 2 below.

3.Locate the metal spring in the top of the lamp. Refer to Figure 3 below.

4.Grasp the metal spring and the lamp base to remove the bulb. Refer to Figure 4 below.

5.Replace the bulb with a new 9 watt CFL bulb and re-assemble.

FIGURE 1

 

FIGURE 2

 

FIGURE 3

 

FIGURE 4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAUTIONS

NEVER grasp the glass bulb directly. It can shatter.

DO NOT TWIST to remove the bulb; it pulls straight out of the socket.

Optional Removable Rechargeable Battery Pack

(Not Supplied)

A Removable, Rechargeable Battery Pack (VEC1198BAT) that installs directly into the unit’s Battery Compartment (in place of the Dry Cell Battery Pack) is available for purchase separately. Contact Vector Customer Service toll-free, at (866) 584-5504 to order this part.

WARNINGS

DO NOT operate any of the unit’s features unless the unit is fully assembled.

NEVER attempt to operate the Lantern without both the bulb and housing in place; and only replace the bulb with a new 9 watt CFL bulb.

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Vector VEC1197 user manual Operating the Lantern, Operating the 6 LED Auxiliary Light, Care and Maintenance