Vector VEC117 User Manual

Contains non-spillable sealed lead acid battery. Must be recycled or disposed of properly.
DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire, as this may result in an explosion.
DO NOT open battery or short circuit, as this may cause the battery to leak 

or get hot causing personal injury. Any disposal questions call toll-free 

(887) 288-7722.
Please read Instruction Manual completely for all safety and warning 

instructions.

USE ONLY WITH AC AND DC CHARGING ADAPTERS THAT ARE PROVIDED WITH UNIT. 
DO NOT OVERCHARGE: CHARGE UNTIL GREEN BATTERY STATUS LED LIGHTS. DO NOT

CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.
a) First use - average charge time is 8-10 hours.
b) Charge after first use - average charge time is 10-12 hours.
c) If unit is not used for two months, average charge time is 4 hours. After recharge, disconnect

charging adapter and wait 5 minutes before use.

1. Do not substitute power cords or charging adapters. Only charge with supplied AC and DC

charging adapters. Charging Adapters for this unit supply 12 volts DC.

2. Do not submerge in water. This unit is not waterproof - it is water resistant.
3. Keep children away from spotlight. This is not a toy!
4. Lens gets very hot when spotlight is operating. Do not touch lens while operating.

Keep combustibles away from spotlight lens - extreme heat can cause fires.

6. Keep sharp objects away from lens - it is glass and it can break.
7. Do not drop or throw spotlight, it contains glass and a sealed lead acid battery.
8. Dispose of unusable batteries in a responsible manner (See battery disposal section).
9.  Do not crush, cut, pull or expose charging adapter cords to extreme heat.
10. Keep charging adapter cords away from sharp edges.
11. Position charge adapter cords so that they do not become entangled 

or become a safety hazard.

12. Do not shine spotlight in eyes.
13. Do not operate while recharging.

Congratulations on purchasing the VectorLite™ Model VEC117, an advanced design combination

variable brightness spotlight and long lasting, soft CCFL area light. It uses a powerful proven-

technology rechargeable, non-spillable sealed lead acid battery that allows for years of dependable

use, recharge after recharge. It was designed from the ground up to be the most versatile and practical

light for householdd, roadside, travel, camping, tailgate parties and boating. The spotlight gives you

the kind of light you need, when and where you need it.
Extremely rugged construction protects the unit from most damage and from most vibration and

shock. It is water resistant, not waterproof.
Two recharge adapters are supplied with the spotlight. It can be recharged from any 110/120 volt

60 Hz AC receptacle. It can also be recharged from a 12 volt DC accessory socket. This permits

recharge flexibility for use around home, business or in the field.  12 volt DC power is available from

most vehicles, boats, jump starters and portable battery packs. Vector has a variety of portable

power products that would make ideal companions.

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Powerful, prefocused, replaceable quartz halogen bulb in spotlight

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Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL) Area Light provides up to 8 hours 

of continuous operation

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Trigger Switch sets brightness of spotlight to one of three levels

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Trigger Switch Lock maintains spotlight operation without depressing trigger

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Trigger Switch Lock locks Trigger Switch to OFF position or ON position

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Rubber safety guard (bezel) around lens protects spotlight

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Rubber safety cap protects battery compartment

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Separate Power Switch for CCFL Area light

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Comfortable pistol grip and lanyard

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Battery Status LED Panel displays battery level while charging or whenever 

area light is turned on

NOTE: This unit is shipped in a partially charged state. Initially charge unit using the AC charger

for 10 hours or until green Battery Status LED lights. Charge after each use until green LED lights.

The Spotlight has a unique SmartLight™ digital control dimmer with three levels of brightness.

Depressing the trigger switch advances the brightness of the spotlight too dim, brighter, brightest,

and so on. This allows the user to set the desired brightness of the light. Depressing trigger at one

second intervals to allow the internal circuits to set to the next level. Lower brightness operation

extends the run time. The Trigger Switch may be locked in the ON position to provide continuous

light at any level without continuously depressing the Trigger Switch. The spotlight's circuitry will

automatically dim the light when the battery is power is reducing. This preserves the run time of the

spotlight. The circuit also prevents deep discharge of the battery even if the light turns off from bat-

tery discharge. Recharge as soon as possible, as allowing a discharged battery to remain so will

reduce the battery life.
ON/OFF operation of the CCFL Area Light is controlled by the Area Light Push Button. This long 

lasting light can continuously operate up to eight hours on a full battery charge. This push button

also turns on the Battery Status Display, a series of three LEDs. The red LED indicates a discharged 

battery, and green LED indicates a fully charged battery. The amber LED indicates a partially 

discharged battery.

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