Chicago Electric 42417 Work Light User Manual


 
Grounding/Voltage Warning
Common household current is 110-120 volts. As long as the outlet used with the tool is rated from 110-120V
there will be no complications using it with household receptacles. Plug the tool into a 110-120V properly
grounded outlet protected by a 15-amp, dual element time delay or circuit breaker.
NEVER try to plug a 110-120V tool into a 220-240V circuit or serious complications and possible injury to the
operator may occur. The plugs have different shapes to prevent this.
Assembly
Your Spotlight comes completely assembled.
Operation
To assist you with operating your Spotlight please refer to Figure 1 on page 4 and to the Parts List and
Assembly Diagram located on pages 4 and 5.
Charging
Your Spotlight Battery (#9) is rechargeable. To recharge your Battery (#9) your Spotlight comes with a Power
Adapter (#13).
Step 1) Insert the cord end of the Power Adapter (#13) into the outlet on the back of the Spotlight.
Plug the Power Adapter (#13) into the electrical outlet.
Step 2) The red light indicates the unit is properly plugged in. Leave the Power Adapter (#13) plugged
in for approximately 12 to 14 hours until the Spotlight is fully charged. The red light will shut off
automatically when the battery is fully charged. Recharging time is 8 to 10 hours. Always
unplug the Power Adapter (#13) from the Spotlight after the Spotlight is charged. The Spotlight
will not function properly if the Power Adapter is plugged into the Spotlight.
Note: Always recharge the Spotlight within a 24 hour period after each use.
Caution: Never completely discharge the battery. Deep battery discharge will decrease battery life.
The battery capacity will be reduced if the Spotlight is not used for 3 months. It is recommended that the
battery be re-charged at least one time every 3 months.
Note: The battery should be charged before the first use.
Car Adapter
Your Spotlight comes with a Car Adapter (#14). To operate your Car Adapter follow the steps listed below.
Step 1) Insert the cord end of the Car Adapter (#14) into the outlet on the back of the Spotlight. Plug
the plug end of the Car Adapter Car Adapter (#14) into your car’s lighter -see Figure 1 on
page 4. Leave the Car Adapter (#14) plugged in for approximately 9 to 12 hours until the
Spotlight is fully charged. Recharging time is 5 to 8 hours.
Step 2) Always unplug the Car Adapter (#14) from the Spotlight after the Spotlight is charged. The
Spotlight will not function properly if the Car Adapter is plugged into the Spotlight.
Note: When charging the Spotlight, only place the Spotlight on a non-flammable surface.
Tripod Adapter
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Step 1) Your Spotlight can be screwed onto a tripod or workstand (neither is included). At the bottom
of the Trigger Grip Handle there is Tripod Adapter (#6). Screw the tripod or workstand into
this Tripod Adapter.