PETZL Aria 1 Waterproof Headlamp Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
PETZL

PETZL Aria 1 Waterproof Headlamp

Product Information

The ARIA headlamp is a hybrid headlamp that is compatible with AAA-LR03 alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and with the CORE rechargeable battery. The CORE rechargeable battery is a Petzl Li-Ion rechargeable battery with a capacity of 1250 mAh. The lamp comes with standard batteries or the CORE battery depending on the model.

Battery Precautions
It is important to read and understand the Instructions for Use before using the headlamp. The lamp is not recommended for children under 3 years old. Children under 12 years old should use the headlamp under responsible adult supervision. Failure to follow these precautions may result in severe injury or death.

Lamp Operation
To operate the headlamp, insert the compatible batteries into the designated battery compartment. Make sure to check the condition and polarity of the batteries and clean the contacts if necessary. If the lamp does not work, contact Petzl for assistance.

Charging the CORE Battery
If using the CORE rechargeable battery, it is important to charge the battery completely before first use. Only use a Petzl rechargeable battery with the headlamp. Li-Ion rechargeable batteries lose 10% of their capacity each year and can still maintain about 70% of their initial capacity after 300 charge/discharge cycles. When the CORE battery is nearly drained, the light may turn off abruptly.

General Information
Petzl provides a 5-year guarantee for the headlamp against defects in materials or manufacture (excluding the rechargeable battery, which has a 2-year guarantee or 300 cycles). The guarantee does not cover normal wear and tear, oxidation, modifications or alterations, incorrect storage, poor maintenance, battery leakage, damage due to accidents, negligence, or uses for which the product was not designed. Petzl is not responsible for any consequences or damages resulting from the use of its products.

WARNING
Before using this headlamp, you must:

  • Read and understand all Instructions for Use.
  • Become acquainted with its capabilities and usage restrictions.
  • Understand and accept the risks involved.

FAILURE TO HEED ANY OF THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.

LED risk group 2 – IEC 62471

  • Do not stare at the operating lamp.
  • May be harmful to the eyes.

General info on Petz lamps and batteries

  • A. battery precautions
  • B. Rechargeable battery precautions
  • C. Headlamp precautions
  • D. Cleaning – Drying
  • E. Storage – Transport
  • F. Protecting the environment
  • H. FAQ – Contact

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Standard or rechargeable battery set-up

Accessories

How To Use

Lock – unlock

Headband adjustement

Lamp operation

Switching on-off

Selecting a brightness level

Colored lighting
Only for models that have colored lighting

Reserve lighting

Energy gauge
Full charge indicator

Before using this headlamp, you must:

  • Read and understand all Instructions for Use.
  • Understand and accept the risks involved.
  • Become acquainted with its capabilities and usage restrictions. Lamp not recommended for children under 3 years old. Children under 12 years old using this headlamp must do so under responsible adult supervision.

Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe injury or death.

Lamp operation

To select the different lighting modes, use the button as indicated in the diagrams.

  • If more than 3 seconds pass without the button being pressed, one click will turn off the lamp.
  • If the lamp is turned off in a color mode, it re-lights in the selected color (only for models that have colored lighting).
  • Reserve lighting: the lamp blinks when it switches to reserve lighting, and 5 minutes beforehand. When the lamp switches to reserve lighting, it provides enough light to walk by, but not enough for a dynamic activity.
  • Lock the lamp when not in use to avoid accidentally turning it on.
  • The energy gauge lights when the lamp is turned on or off (except when it is turned off for models that have colored lighting).
  • For models with color lighting, the lamp can only be locked when it is off.

HYBRID Headlamp

  • Headlamp compatible with AAA-LR03 alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and with the CORE rechargeable battery.
  • Only rechargeable (R) headlamp models come with the CORE battery. Other models come with standard batteries.

CORE rechargeable battery

  • Petzl Li-Ion rechargeable battery.
  • Capacity: 1250 mAh.

Charge the battery completely before first use. Use only a Petzl rechargeable battery.

  • In general, Li-Ion rechargeable batteries lose 10 % of their capacity each year. After 300 charge/discharge cycles, they still have about 70 % of their initial capacity.
  • Warning: if using the CORE battery, when the battery is nearly drained, the light may turn off abruptly.

Charging the battery

WARNING

  • Charge only with a USB cable. The charger’s output voltage must not exceed 5 V. Use only a
  • Class II electrical, CE/UL approved charger (double insulation against hazardous voltages). Do not leave the battery unattended while charging.

Charging time

  • Charging time is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes with a USB charger or a computer.
  • Warning: if several USB devices are connected to your computer, the charging time can increase (up to 24 hours).
  • While charging, the charge indicator lights steady red, then steady green when charging is complete.

Replacing the rechargeable battery
Use only a Petzl rechargeable battery. Using another type of rechargeable battery can damage the lamp. Do not use another type of rechargeable battery.

Malfunction
Check the condition and the polarity of the batteries. Verify the absence of any corrosion on the contacts. If corroded, clean the contacts by gently scraping them without deforming them. If your lamp still does not work, contact Petzl.

General information on Petzl lamps

The EU declaration of conformity is available at Petzl.com.

Battery precautions

WARNING – DANGER: risk of explosion and burns.

  • Do not attempt to open or dismantle batteries.
  • Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
  • Do not short-circuit the batteries, as it can cause burns.
  • Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
  • Correct battery polarity must be observed; follow the polarity markings on the battery case.
  • If the battery leaks electrolyte, avoid any contact with this caustic and dangerous liquid; see a doctor if any contact occurs. Change out the batteries and dispose of the defective batteries in accordance with current local regulations.
  • Do not mix brands of batteries.
  • Do not mix new and used batteries.
  • Remove the batteries from the lamp for prolonged storage.
  • Keep batteries out of reach of children.

Rechargeable battery precautions

WARNING – DANGER: risk of explosion and burns.

WARNING: incorrect use can damage the rechargeable battery.

  • Do not submerge the rechargeable battery in water.
  • Do not dispose of a rechargeable battery in fire.
  • Do not expose the battery to high temperatures. Follow the recommended usage and storage temperatures.
  • Do not destroy the rechargeable battery; it can explode or release toxic materials.
  • If the rechargeable battery is damaged, do not dismantle it or change its structure. Dispose of the rechargeable battery in accordance with current local regulations.
  • If the battery leaks electrolyte, avoid any contact with this caustic and dangerous liquid; see a doctor if any contact occurs. Change out the battery and dispose of the defective battery in accordance with current local regulations.
  • Remove the rechargeable battery from the lamp for prolonged storage.

Lamp precautions

WARNING:
a headband can pose a strangulation risk. Certain small parts pose a choking risk (e.g. batteries).

Eye safety
The lamp is classified in risk group 2 (moderate risk) according to the IEC 62471 standard.

  • Do not stare directly at the lamp when lit.
  • The optical radiation emitted by the lamp can be dangerous. Avoid aiming the lamp’s beam into another person’s eyes. Beware of the risk of blinding others in your work environment, particularly in areas subject to traffic regulations.
  • There is a risk of retinal damage from the emission of blue light, particularly in children.

Electromagnetic compatibility
Meets regulations concerning electromagnetic compatibility.

WARNING:
This does not guarantee that interference will not occur. If you notice electromagnetic interference between the lamp and electrical devices, turn off the lamp or keep it away from sensitive electronic devices (e.g. avalanche beacons, flight controls, communications equipment, medical devices…).

Stroboscopic effect
Warning concerning use of the lamp near rotating machinery. If the lamp’s lighting frequency (500 Hz ± 50 Hz) is identical to (or a multiple of) the machine’s frequency of rotation, the user cannot see that the machine is rotating.

ErP directive
Complies with energy-related products directive (ErP) 2009/125/EC.

  • Instantaneous full brightness – Color temperature: 6000-7000 K – Number of switching cycles before premature failure: 13,000 minimum.

Nominal beam angle:

  • ARIA 1, ARIA 1R, ARIA 1 RGB: 23°.
  • ARIA 2, ARIA 2R, ARIA 2 RGB: mixed 17° / wide 30°.

Cleaning, drying
In the event of contact with seawater, rinse the lamp in fresh water and dry it.

Storage, transport
For long-term storage, charge the rechargeable battery (repeat every six months) and remove the battery from the lamp. Avoid allowing the rechargeable battery to discharge completely. Be sure to store the battery in a dry place. The ideal storage temperature is between 20 and 25° C. After 12 months in these conditions without use, the rechargeable battery will be discharged.

For carrying the lamp when not in use, we recommend that the battery be disconnected from the lamp to prevent it accidentally turning on.

Protecting the environment
Dispose of the lamp only in accordance with current local regulations.

Modifications/repairs
Prohibited outside of Petzl facilities, except replacement parts.

Questions/contact

The Petzl guarantee
This lamp is guaranteed for 5 years against any defects in materials or manufacture (except the rechargeable battery, which is guaranteed for 2 years or 300 cycles). Exclusions from the guarantee: normal wear and tear, oxidation, modifications or alterations, incorrect storage, poor maintenance, battery leakage, damage due to accidents, to negligence, and to uses for which this product was not designed.

Responsibility
Petzl is not responsible for the consequences, direct, indirect or accidental, or any other type of damage befalling or resulting from the use of its products.

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