CASE LIGHT
Owner’s Manual
10,000 / 5,000 / 1,000 LUMEN PORTABLE LED LIGHT
MODEL: CLU10K
April 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
3
Cautions/Warnings
4
Case Light Item Numbers
5
Parts Identification
6
Parts
7
Setting Up the Case Light & Extension Pole
Locking & Unlocking the LED Panels
8-11
12
Powering the Case Light
13-14
Securing & Storing
15-17
Battery Run Time & Charging
18-20
Specifications
21
Weight & Dimensions
22
Maintenance
23
Warranty & Contact Information
24
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INTRODUCTION
The Paladin Case Light is a portable 10,000, 5,000 or 1,000 lumen versatile LED light. It can be powered
by a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery, 12/24 VDC car/truck power or 120VAC.
Features:
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Ultra-High Light Output - 10,000 Lumens
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Compact and Portable - Collapsible for storage, self-contained
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Quick Deployment - Sets up in 15 seconds
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Durable all-weather construction, injection molded glass-filled polycarbonate and aircraft aluminum
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Selectable Strobing feature ●
“Tactical” (10,000 lumens output flashing at 10 Hz)
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“Traffic Strobe” (1,000 lumens output flashing -- (2) seconds ON, (1) second OFF)
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3 Input Power Options - 120VAC /12/24 VDC/24V Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Battery Pack
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High Efficiency - Uses current state-of-the-art efficient power supply technology, saving energy over
transformer power supply designs
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Built-in Battery Protection - Battery circuitry is designed to protect the cells from being over and under
charged, from overheating while charging, and from being short circuited
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Low Heat - No Ultraviolet (UV) radiation; no glare
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Long Battery Life - Operates 2 hours at 10,000 lumens, 4 hours at 5,000 lumens, or 20/22 hours at
1,000 lumens (running on one battery)
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Mercury Free - Does not contain harmful mercury pollution; green environmental protection
SAFETY MESSAGES ARE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL TO HELP PREVENT
PERSONAL INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. ALL SAFETY MESSAGES ARE INTRODUCED
BY A SIGNAL WORD INDICATING THE HAZARD LEVEL.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or personal injury to the operator or to
bystanders.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to
bystanders or severe damage to the equipment.
NOTE
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in
damage to the equipment.
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CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
WARNINGS
This manual contains important instructions for operating the Paladin Case Light. For
your safety, the safety of others, and correct operation of the light be sure to read this
manual thoroughly before setting up and operating the light. Failure to properly follow
all instructions, precautions and warnings can cause you and others to be injured.
● For your safety, do not touch rotating or moving parts.
● When using the DC cable with car adapter for an extended period of time, make sure vehicle is in
the “ON” position to avoid depleting the charge on your vehicle battery.
● To avoid damage to eyes, do not look straight into LED panels when in the “ON” position.
● To to reduce the risk of damage to the electrical plug and cord and maintain power cord and cables,
when unplugging AC power cord pull plug rather than cord.
● Never carry power supply by its cord.
● Make sure cord will not be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damange or stress.
● Do not use power supply with damaged cord or plug.
● To avoid injury or electric shock, do not use AC converter and AC power cord connection in explosive,
flammable, or wet locations. Connectors should not be submerged in water.
FCC WARNING:
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user authority to operate the equipment.
NOTES: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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CASE LIGHT ITEM NUMBERS
The Paladin Case Light is available in various configurations by item number.
Item No.
CLU10K-XXXX
Description
Paladin Portable Case Light and 120 VAC Charger/Power Supply
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Case Light Head Unit
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Tripod Unit
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120VAC Charger/Power Supply and AC cord
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12/24 VDC Car/Truck Adapter Cord
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30-inch Extension Pole
CLBNMH-XXXX
Paladin 24 Volt Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Battery Pack
CLACPC-XXXX
120VAC Charger/Power Supply and AC Cord
CLDCAP-XXXX
12/24 VDC Car/Truck Adapter Cord
CLCSWF-XXXX
Paladin Storage Case with Power Port
CLEXTP-0000
30-inch Extension Pole with Quick Connect Plug and Receptacle
(XXXX represents multiple packaging configurations)
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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1. LED Panel
2. T- Handle Latch
3. Light Panel Support Bracket
1
2
4. Release Lever
5. Tripod Head Clamp
4
6. Tripod Clamps
5
7. Tripod Locking Ring
8. Tripod Legs
9. Handle
10. Slot
11. Rails
12. Power Port & Dust Cap
13. Head Unit Plug
14. Clamp Handle
6
15. Extension Pole Plug
16. Threaded End
17. Right Angle Plug
18. Connector Collar
19. Knob with Spring Loaded Pin
7
20. Self-test Button
21. Status LEDs
8
22. Power Receptacle
17
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18
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13
10
20
12
19
11
15
16
21
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PARTS
CASE LIGHT HEAD
CASE LIGHT TRIPOD
POWER CORD
CONNECTOR
AC POWER CORD
AC CONVERTER
AC CONVERTER
CONNECTOR
Ni-Mh BATTERY
30” EXTENSION POLE
DC CABLE W/ CAR ADAPTER
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SETTING UP THE TRIPOD & LED PANEL
UNPACKING THE TRIPOD AND CASE LIGHT HEAD UNIT - FIRST TIME USAGE
1.
Unpack the Case Light head and tripod assembly from their boxes.
2.
Place the tripod on a clear level area about 41” in diameter.
4.
At the bottom of the tripod, rotate and hold the tripod locking ring clockwise about one-half
inch to clear the pin. (See Figure 1, Page 10)
CAUTION: One or more of the legs will now release and drop.
5.
Unfold all (3) legs from the tripod and lay them flat on the ground. Release the tripod locking
ring.
6.
Lift the tripod about 3 1/2 inches to enable the locking mechanism to lock the legs. An audible “click”
will be heard when the pins are engaged. (See Figure A)
7.
Grasp the bottom tube with one hand, and with the other hand raise the top tube straight up exposing
the two hidden tubes. (See Figure A)
8.
Release the grip of the bottom tube and lock the two tripod clamps by moving the clamp handles
inward (towards the tripod). The tripod can now stand on its own.
9.
Release the tripod head clamp by moving the handle outward.
3.
10.
Release the two tripod clamps by moving each clamp handle outward (away from the tripod).
(See Figure B)
IF ATTACHING EXTENSION POLE, SKIP THE NEXT STEP AND PROCEED TO PAGE 9 FOR
EXTENSION POLE ASSEMBLY.
Carefully insert the Case Light head unit plug into the top of the tripod assembly. (See Figure B)
The Case Light head unit should fit snug on the tripod and be able to rotate on the tripod in any
direction. Once the light head is in the desired position, lock the tripod head clamp by moving the
handle inward (towards the tripod).
FIGURE A
TRIPOD CLAMPS
FIGURE B
TRIPOD LOCKING RING
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EXTENSION POLE ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING THE EXTENSION POLE - FIRST TIME USAGE
NOTE:
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS STEP MAKE SURE THE CASE LIGHT HEAD
IS DETACHED FROM THE TRIPOD ASSEMBLY. TO DETACH, MOVE THE TRIPOD
HEAD CLAMP HANDLE OUTWARD TO RELEASE THE TRIPOD HEAD CLAMP.
GRASP THE CASE LIGHT HANDLE WITH ONE HAND, AND PUSH THE TRIPOD
HEAD CLAMP AN ADDITIONAL 1/3 INCH TO UNLOCK THE CLAMP. WHILE STILL
HOLDING THE CLAMP, LIFT THE HEAD STRAIGHT UPWARD OFF OF THE
TRIPOD. RELEASE CLAMP AND SET THE PIECES ASIDE.
1.
Pick up both pieces of the extension pole and identify the threaded ends on each.
(NOTE: One pole has the threaded part internally).
Insert the threaded pole into the opposite pole and twist until secure. Be careful not to cross thread.
2.
Identify the Quick Connect plug on the extension pole. Check to make sure the tripod head clamp is
in the unlocked position (away from the tripod). Insert the extension pole plug into the top of the
tripod assembly. Lock the tripod head clamp by moving the clamp handle inward (towards the tripod).
3.
Release the extension pole clamp by moving it outward (away from the pole). Insert the Case Light
head unit plug into the extension pole receiver. Lock the clamp by moving the clamp handle inward
(towards the pole).
4. Proceed to page 11 of the Instruction Manual and follow steps 10-14 to finish light set up.
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SETTING UP THE TRIPOD & LED PANEL (CONT.)
SETTING UP THE CASE LIGHT UNIT - WHEN LIGHT IS ALREADY ASSEMBLED
NOTE:
PLACE THE CASE LIGHT CLOSE TO THE AC OR DC POWER SOURCE TO
AVOID TIPPING OVER THE CASE LIGHT WHEN THE TRIPOD AND LEGS ARE
SET UP AND POWER CORDS ARE ATTACHED (AND PULLING ON THE CORDS).
IF USING THE AC CABLE, OR THE 12/24 VDC CABLE, FULLY EXTEND THE
CABLE BEFORE ATTACHING TO THE CASE LIGHT.
1.
Place the Case Light unit and tripod on a clear level area about 41” in diameter. Orient the case
with the handle positioned up. (See Figure 1)
2.
Release the two tripod clamps by moving each clamp handle outward (away from the tripod).
(See Figure 2)
3.
At the bottom of the tripod, rotate and hold the tripod locking ring clockwise about one-half inch so
the pins clear the holes in the legs. (See Figure 1)
CAUTION: One or more of the legs will now release and drop.
4.
Unfold all three legs from the tripod and lay them flat on the ground. Release the tripod locking ring.
5.
Lift the Case Light about 3 ½ inches to enable the locking mechanism to lock the legs. An audible
“click” will be heard when the pins are engaged. (See Figure 2)
6.
Grasp the bottom tube with one hand, and with the other hand grasp the Case Light handle.
(See Figure 2)
7.
Pull the Case Light handle straight up exposing the two hidden tubes.
8.
While still holding the Case Light handle, release your grip of the bottom tube and lock the two
tripod clamps by moving the clamp handles inward (towards the tripod).
9.
Release the Case Light handle. The Case Light can now stand on its own.
TRIPOD CLAMPS
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
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SETTING UP THE TRIPOD & LED PANEL (CONT.)
WARNING:
POSSIBLE HAND INJURY - GRASP THE HANDLE OF THE LED PANELS FIRST
BEFORE THE RELEASE LEVER TO AVOID LETTING THE LED PANELS FREE
FALL AND HIT THE “RELEASE LEVER” HAND.
10. While grasping the release lever with one hand, and the handle of the LED panels with the
other hand, squeeze the release lever firmly (see Figure 3) and rotate the LED panels to the
horizontal position shown or any position desired.
11. Release LED panels.
12. Unfasten the “T-Latch” on the LED panels.
13. Open the LED panels. (See Figure 4)
14. Each LED panel may be independently opened from 45 degrees to 90 degrees. With both panels
opened to 90 degrees (fully opened, 180 degrees) and the panels used in the “down facing” position,
the LED panels must be locked.
(See the section of this Instruction Manual “LOCKING & UNLOCKING THE LED PANELS”.)
NOTE:
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR LIGHT, ENSURE THAT THE RELEASE LEVER IS
FULLY DEPRESSED BEFORE RAISING OR LOWERING LIGHT HEAD. FAILURE
TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN PRODUCT DAMAGE. NEVER FORCE THE HEAD OF
THE LIGHT UP OR DOWN.
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
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LOCKING & UNLOCKING THE LED PANELS
CAUTION:
POSSIBLE COLLAPSE IF THE LED PANELS ARE USED IN THE “DOWN FACING”
POSITION. THE PANELS MUST BE LOCKED.
LOCKING THE LED PANELS
1. Locate the light panel support bracket on top of the LED panels. (See Figure 5)
With the two LED panels closed together, the support bracket is in the UNLOCKED & STORED position.
2. Extend or open the LED panels to the full open position as shown.
3. Move the light panel support bracket to the LOCKED position as shown in the first illustration below.
There is a positive position detent to maintain the bar in the LOCKED position.
The LED panels can now be used in any orientation without the LED panels collapsing.
Light Panel Support Bracket
LOCKED POSITION
Light Panel Support Bracket
UNLOCKED POSITION
Light Panel Support Bracket
UNLOCKED & STORED POSITION
Support Bracket
Shown in UNLOCKED Position
FIGURE 5
CAUTION:
POSSIBLE LED PANEL DAMAGE - IF THE LED PANELS WERE LOCKED, THEY
MUST BE UNLOCKED TO BE CLOSED OR FOLDED TOGETHER FOR STORAGE.
UNLOCKING THE LED PANELS
1. Locate the light panel support bracket on top of the LED panels. (See Figure 5)
With the two LED panels fully open, the support bracket is in the LOCKED position.
2. Move the support bracket to the UNLOCKED position as shown in the second and third
Illustrations above. There is a positive position detent to maintain the bar in the UNLOCKED position.
The LED panels can now be closed together.
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POWERING THE CASE LIGHT
The Paladin Case Light may be powered by one of three sources:
Battery Pack
12/24 VDC Car/Truck Power
120 VAC Power
BATTERY PACK INSTALLATION & OPERATION
1. Hold the battery pack, noting the end of the battery pack knob, and spring loaded pin and cable.
(See Figure 6)
2. Pull and hold the pin on the battery pack.
3. Lining up the rails on the battery pack with the rails in the LED panel, slide the battery pack
spring loaded pin end onto the rails on the side of the LED panel. Either set of rails may be used.
4. Slide the battery pack forward until the locking pin is in position to drop into the slot. Release the
pin.
5. A second battery pack may be attached as a spare. Keep protective cap on the battery charging port
when not used.
FIGURE 6
SLOT
PIN
CHARGING PORT
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POWERING THE CASE LIGHT (CONT.)
6. Remove the Dust Cap on the power receptacle on the lower right-hand slide of the LED panel handle.
(See Figure 7)
7. Connect the battery pack cable to the power receptacle. Push the plug into the receptacle and
tighten the connector collar, clockwise.
8. Proceed to the section ENERGIZING THE LED PANELS.
ON/OFF
POWER SWITCH
FIGURE 7
POWER
RECEPTACLE
12/24 VOLT CAR/TRUCK OPERATION
NOTE:
ENSURE THE RECEPTACLE ON THE VEHICLE HAS A POWER RATING OF AT
LEAST 12/24 VDC, 125 WATTS.
1. Remove the dust cap on the power receptacle on the lower right-hand side of the LED panel handle.
(See Figure 7)
2. Connect the right-angle DC output connector of the 12/24 VDC cable to the power receptacle. Push
the plug into the receptacle and tighten the connector collar clockwise.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the 12/24 VDC source.
4. Proceed to the section ENERGIZING THE LED PANELS.
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SECURING & STORING
120 V AC, 60 Hz OPERATION
1. Remove the dust cap on the power receptacle on the lower right-hand side of the LED panel handle.
(See Figure 7, Page 14)
2. Connect the AC converter to the AC power cord.
3. Connect the right-angle DC output connector of the power supply to the power receptacle on the LED
panel. (See Figure 8) Push the plug into the receptacle and tighten the connector collar, clockwise.
4. Connect the other end of the cable to a 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2 Amp. source. (There is no ON/OFF switch
or LED indicator on the power supply.)
5. Proceed to the section ENERGIZING THE LED PANELS.
6 FT
DC
POWER
PLUG
2 FT
FIGURE 8
7.9 IN
4 FT
120
VAC
SOURCE
ENERGIZING THE LED PANELS
WARNING:
POSSIBLE HAND INJURY. GRASP THE CASE LIGHT HANDLE FIRST, BEFORE
THE RELEASE LEVER, TO AVOID LETTING THE LED PANELS FREE FALL AND
HIT THE “RELEASE LEVER” HAND.
1. Press and release the power push button switch on the upper left side of the Case Light handle.
(See Figure 7, Page 14)
1st “press” 10,000 Lumens / 2nd “press” 5,000 Lumens / 3rd “press” Traffic Steady / 4th “press”
Traffic Strobe / 5th “press” (OFF).
**IF LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR MORE THAN 3 SECONDS, IN ANY MODE, WHEN YOU PRESS
THE POWER BUTTON LIGHT WILL AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF.
OFF
10,000 Lumens
5,000 Lumens
1,000 Lumen Traffic Steady
1,000 Lumen Traffic Strobe
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Traffic Steady = 1,000 Lumen steady output
Traffic Strobe = 1,000 Lumen output, flashing
for (2) seconds ON and (1) second OFF.
Tactical Strobe = 10,000 Lumen output, flashing at 10 Hz.
NOTE: If the LED Panels are closed the light will automatically
shut off.
**Pressing and holding the power push button switch anytime for more than 3 seconds, will turn on
The LED panels to 10,000 lumen Tactical Strobe when the button is released. Press the switch again
to turn the Tactical Strobe OFF.
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SECURING & STORING (CONT.)
2. Remove the external power cable (AC Cable or DC Vehicle Cable) from its’ source.
3. Remove the right-angle connector from the power receptacle on the LED panel by rotating the plug
collar counterclockwise and pulling. (See Figure 7, Page 14)
4. If using a battery pack, disconnect the battery cable right-angle connector from the power receptacle
on the LED panel by rotating the plug collar counterclockwise and pulling. (See Figure 7, Page 14)
5. Reconnect the attached dust cap to the power receptacle. (See Figure 7, Page 14)
Secure the cap by seating the cap firmly on the power receptacle.
NOTE:
A BATTERY PACK WEIGHS OVER 5 POUNDS WHEN RELEASED. FIRMLY HOLD
THE BATTERY PACK TO AVOID INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT.
6. To remove a battery pack:
a. Grasp the battery pack with one hand.
b. Locate the pin on the battery pack. (See Figure 6, Page 13)
c. With the other hand, pull the pin upward out of the slot to release the battery pack and slide it
off of the light panel rails until the battery pack is free from the LED panel.
NOTE:
TO AVOID PRODUCT DAMAGE WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND REMOVING ALL
BATTERY PACKS BEFORE BREAKING THE CASE LIGHT DOWN.
CAUTION:
POSSIBLE LED PANEL DAMAGE IF THE LED PANELS ARE LOCKED. THEY
MUST BE UNLOCKED TO COLLAPSE, OR FOLD THE PANELS TOGETHER. SEE
THE “LOCKING & UNLOCKING THE LED PANELS” SECTION OF THIS MANUAL
TO UNLOCK THE LED PANELS.
7. Close (fold together) the LED Panels.
8. Latch the LED panels together using the attached T-handle latch on the end of the LED panels.
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SECURING & STORING (CONT.)
WARNING:
POSSIBLE HAND INJURY. GRASP THE CASE LIGHT HANDLE FIRST, BEFORE
THE RELEASE LEVER, TO AVOID LETTING THE LED PANELS FREE FALL AND
HIT THE “RELEASE LEVER” HAND.
9. While grasping the release lever with one hand and the Case Light handle with the other
hand, firmly squeeze the release lever and rotate the Case Light down to the vertical (storage)
position. Release the release lever. (See Figure 3, Page 11)
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
While still grasping the Case Light handle, unlock the two tripod clamps by moving the clamp
handles outward (away from the tripod).
Lower the case light head and collapse the two tripod tubes.
Lock the two tripod clamps by moving the clamp handles inward (towards the tripod).
You must release tension on the legs of the Case Light first to collapse and store the three legs.
Raise the Case Light at least a couple of inches to release tension on the legs and rotate the
tripod locking ring, clockwise about 60 degrees, to a position between the legs. Lower the Case Light
to the ground. Release the tripod locking ring and the Case Light handle.
Again, rotate the tripod locking ring clockwise about 60 degrees to a position between the legs and
raise one leg to the stowed/locked position.
Release the tripod locking ring. This leg will hold the tripod locking ring in position.
Fold up the remaining two legs to the stowed/locked position.
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BATTERY RUN TIME & CHARGING
The Paladin Case Light can be run on a battery pack. Table 1 shows the maximum run times of the LED
panels for one fully charged battery pack.
Full Battery - Maximum Run Time
Maximum Output (10,000 Lumens)
2 hours
High Output (5,000 Lumens)
4 hours
Traffic Steady & Strobe
(1000 Lumens)
20/22 hours
Table 1 - Battery Run Time (one battery) at ideal temperatures: 15º C to 25º C (59º F to 77º F)
The state of the battery pack can be determined by observing the number of the status LEDs on the
end of the battery pack. The four LEDs indicate the remaining energy left in the battery or the state of
the battery during charging. Refer to Table 2 (next page) for how to read the Battery Pack Charge Status.
To determine the charge status of the battery pack:
1.
2.
3.
Momentarily press and release the self-test button on the battery pack.
Read the four (4) status LEDs and refer to Table 2 (next page). The status LEDs will stay on for
thirty (30) seconds and then shut off.
Re-press the self-test button, if necessary.
BATTERY CHARGER PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, PERSONAL
INJURY, OR DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY PACK.
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To charge the battery pack, only use the Case Light charger.
Never dispose of the battery pack with other waste. It contains nickel-metal
Hydride (Ni-MH) cells.
Do not burn or incinerate the battery pack. It could give off toxic fumes or explode.
The battery pack is designed to only power the Case Light.
Do not open the battery pack. There are no serviceable parts.
For optimum performance, battery charging is designed to be performed at
room temperature.
Never attempt to charge other battery types with the Case Light charger.
Avoid charging the battery pack in dangerous environments. Do not charge in the presence of
explosive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flammable materials) because sparks may be
generated when connecting or disconnecting the battery pack and could cause a fire or explosion.
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BATTERY RUN TIME & CHARGING (CONT.)
FIGURE 9
A battery pack has four (4) LED indicator lights to indicate the state of charge or discharge.
Table 2 indicates the lit LED(s) and charge percentages. (See Figure 9)
LIT LED(S)
1
2
3
4
CHARGE PERCENTAGE
100%
75%
50%
25%
NO LED(S) LIT
NO CHARGE
Table 2 - Battery Pack Charge Status LEDs (Percentages are approximate)
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BATTERY RUN TIME & CHARGING (CONT.)
FIGURE 10
CHARGING A BATTERY PACK
NOTE:
NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE.
Battery packs should be charged when the internal temperature of the battery pack is between 0° C and
45° C (32° F to +113° F). Charging below 0° C (32° F) is not recommended. Depending upon the battery
pack state, charging could take up to 6 hours. Do not charge more than 16 hours.
1. Connect the 120 VAC power cord to the power supply/battery charger. (See Figure 10)
2. Connect the other end of the 120 VAC power cord to the AC source. (120 VAC, 60 Hz)
3. Connect the right-angle DC plug on the power supply/battery charger to the battery pack charging port.
and tighten connector collar clockwise. (See Figure 10)
4. When the battery pack is connected to the power supply/battery charger, the battery pack charge status
LEDs on the battery pack will illuminate and indicate charging status.
Refer to Table 2 to read the battery pack status.
5. When charging is complete, the 4 LEDs will be green on the battery pack.
6. Disconnect the right-angle DC plug on the power supply/charger from the battery pack by rotating the
plug collar counterclockwise and pulling on the connector.
7. Disconnect the power supply charger from the 120 VAC source.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE & TEMPERATURE
The power supply/battery charger used with the Case Light is engineered to monitor the charging of the
Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery packs and to prevent overcharging. The battery packs are also
thermally protected to safeguard from overheating during charging.
The user should charge the Ni-MH battery packs before first use and allow 3 to 5 cycles of charging and
discharging to recover full capacity if stored for a long time. It is also suggested to rotate the battery
storage - First In, First Out (FIFO) inventory and charge the batteries every six months if not in use.
As temperature increases, the battery life decreases by Ni-MH self-discharging. Change the battery packs
and store them at room temperature while not in use. It does not affect battery life it the units are stored
fully charged or fully discharged. The worst storage temperature environment is the trunk of a car.
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SPECIFICATIONS
CASE LIGHT
POWER SUPPLY/
BATTERY CHARGER
BATTERY PACK
Input Voltage
10 to 30 V DC
120 VAC (typ.)
100 to 277 VAC
Not Applicable
Output
Not Applicable
30 VDC (typ.)
10 TO -30 VDC, 150 Watts
21.6 VDC (typ.)
20 VDC (min.) - 30 VDC
Frequency
Not Applicable
50 / 60 Hz
Not Applicable
≤ 0.75 Amps.
Not Applicable
Input Current (power cord) ≤ 3.0 Amps @ 30VDC
Input Current (DC Cable) ≤ 6.0 Amps @ 12VDC
Input Power
100 W @ 10K Lumens
150 Watts Max.
Not Applicable
Working
Temperature
-20° C to +60° C
-4° F to + 140° F
-40° C to +50° C
-40° F to + 122° F
0° C to +45° C (**)
32° F to + 113° F
Storage
Temperature
-40° C to +70° C
-40 F to + 158° F
-40° C to +85° C
-40° F to + 185° F
-20° C to +50° C (***)
-4° F to + 122° F
Short Circuit
Protection
Not Applicable
Yes
Yes
Lamp Color
5000K
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LED Life
>50,000 hours
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LED Type
56 Surface Mounted
LEDs per panel
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Amp-Hour Rating
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
21.6 V, 9.0 Amp-Hr.
Battery Cells
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Qty. (36) Ni-MH
P/N 18S2P
(**) =Only charge the battery pack when the internal temperature of the battery pack cells are between
10° C and 40° C (50° F and 104° F).
(***) = Do not store any battery packs for more than one month at maximum Storage Temperature.
CERTIFICATIONS
(The following certifications have been applied for, or designed to meet, at the time of this publication)
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Devices comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules
RoHS Requirements
CE
IP67 Requirements
UL - Underwriters Laboratory United States & Canada
(UL Certification is under evaluation and pending)
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WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
COLLAPSED FOR STORAGE
Width [inches / mm]
16 / 406.4
Height [ Inches / mm]
20.3 / 515.6
Depth [ Inches / mm]
7 / 177.8
No Batteries
7.5 / 190.5
One Battery
7.75 / 196.85
Two Batteries
MAXIMUM TRIPOD FULLY EXTENDED (DEPLOYED)
Height [ Inches / mm]
58.4 / 1483.4
Diameter [Inches / mm]
45 / 1092.2
WEIGHT
Case Light [lb. / kg.]
17.5 / 7.9
No Batteries
Case Light [lb. / kg.]
23.3 / 10.6
One Battery
Case Light [lb. / kg.]
29.1 / 13.2
Two Batteries
Battery pack only
[lb. / kg.]
5.8 / 2.6
POWER CORDS
DEPLOYED DIAMETER: 45 inches
(Nominal Length)
12/24 VDC Car/Truck
Power Cord
15 Feet
120 VAC Cord to
Power Supply / Charger
6 Feet
Power Supply / Charger
with Attached Cords
8.5 Feet
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MAINTENANCE
1.
Cleaning the LED Panel Lenses
a)
b)
c)
2.
Cleaning the Tripod and Case Light Head Unit
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
3.
DO NOT use any cleaning solvent to clean the lenses.
DO NOT use any abrasive cleaner.
Use a damp cloth to clean the LED panels.
DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners.
DO NOT wipe down any of the Case Light or LED panels with WD-40.
Wipe all three tripod tubes with a damp cloth.
Wipe the legs and hinges to remove any grit and mud.
Use a container of dry air to clean out the gear head teeth on the release lever.
Release the tripod head clamp, remove the Case Light head unit plug from the tripod
and wipe off the plug and tripod collar.
Lubrication (DO NOT use any liquid oil)
a)
Apply lubricant at the lubrication points indicated below with a dry lubricant.
(Suggested: “WD-40” PTFE Dry Lube, or “AGS” White Powder Lubricant)
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2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
You should read all of the instructions before attempting to use this product.
Paladin® warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of
original purchase. Paladin® agrees to either repair the product or replace it, at the sole discretion of Paladin®. Only the
original purchaser of this product is extended this warranty. No warranty work will be provided under this warranty
without purchaser's receipt or other proof of the date of original purchase acceptable to Paladin®. Proof of the date of
purchase must be provided to Paladin® if the product is returned. Purchasing this product from a third party vendor, with
the exception of a Paladin® authorized dealer, negates all warranties (expressed or implied) in this warranty.
The warranty does not apply to the following terms/conditions: 1.) acts of God, 2.) products that have been subjected
to unauthorized repair, opened, disassembled, and/or otherwise modified, 3.) products used not in accordance with
directions, 4.) damages exceeding the total cost of product, 5.) sealed lamps and/or lamp bulbs, LEDs, and batteries,
6.) the finish of any portion of the product (i.e. surface scratches, weathering, corrosion, discoloration of brass
components, as this is considered normal wear and tear), 7.) damages caused by shipping, improper handling,
accident, misuse or abuse. Paladin® is not responsible for damage of merchandise in transit. Repaired or replaced
products shall be subject to the terms of this warranty and are inspected prior to return shipment. Damages that are
incurred during transit should be reported at once to the carrier and a claim should be filed with them.
Paladin® SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, IF ANY, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. No other warranty, written or
verbal, will be honored for this product. This warranty grants you specific legal rights, you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. There are no other warranties except those stated above.
Thank You
We appreciate your purchase of this Paladin® product. Paladin® has made every effort to supply a quality product that
insures long, trouble-free service. In the event that you have any type of problems with this product and require a
return address or for any other assistance please call our Toll Free Number 1-888-394-6765 • 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Central Time, Monday - Friday • Email us at: info@paladinprotect.com
You will need the following information: Model/Item Number of Product, Receipt, and Date of Purchase
All drawings and text are © copyright of Paladin® • Printed in USA
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