Vector VEC1197 Camping Equipment User Manual


 
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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.
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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).
OPERA
TING 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.
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.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4
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