Wurkkos FC12 Tactical Flashlight User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Wurkkos
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FC12 Tactical Flashlight
User Manual
FC12 Tactical Flashlight
Workses FC12 is a powerful, versatile EDC / outdoor flashlight, designed for home, EDC or outdoor activities like camping, hiking, fishing or hunting. It is powered by a single 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery, is rechargeable via USB-C .The flashlight features two mode groups: Group 1 with stepped modes and Group 2 with ramping mode. FC12 delivers a maximum output of 2000 lumens with a maximum range of 345 meters.
ANSI/NEMA FL1 Chart
Group 1 Stepped Modes| Mode| ECO| Low| Medium| High| Turbo| Moon| Strobe| SOS|
Beacon
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Luminous Flux [lm]| 10| 80| 300| 800| 2000| 1| 2000| 300| 2000
Runtime| 230h| 21h| 7.5h| 3.5h| 2.5h| 400h| –| | –
Beam Distance [m]| 22| 77| 138| 232| 345| –| –| | –
Peak Intensity [cd]| 117| 1483| 4783| 13466| 29833| –| –| | –
Group 2
Ramping Mode| Mode| Ramping: Moon to Turbo| Strobe| SOS| Beacon
Luminous Flux [lm]| 1– 2000| 2000| 300| 2000
Runtime| depending on ramping level| –| | –
Impact Resistance|
1m / 3.28ft.
Water Resistance|
IPX-8 (up to 2 meter under water, not for diving)
Charging Specification|
USB-C port, input DC 5V 1A
Notes| The above mentioned parameters are based on tests according to international flashlight testing standards (ANSI/NEMA FL1) using one 3000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery in our laboratory. Results may vary with different battery or under different environmental conditions.
Specifications
- Emitter: 1x Luminus SFT-40
- Reflector: Smooth reflector
- Operating voltage: 2.7V – 4.2V
- Battery options: 1x 18650 Li-Ion battery
- Dimension: 136.5mm (length) x 24mm (head diameter)
- Weight: 85 ±1 gram (without battery)
- Flashlight body: Aerospace grade 6061 grade aluminum alloy, CNC manufactured to hard-anodized to military grade specification type III, anti-abrasive finish to get solid built body, anti-crash geometry and better heat exchange.
- Toughened mineral glass lens
- Water resistance i.a.w. IPX-8
- Mode Memory: memorizes the last brightness level used in the general modes
- Reverse polarity protection to protect against improper battery installation.
- Advanced Temperature Regulation (ATR) technology: As the temperature rises, FC12 is programmed to automatically step down and step up the brightness to prevent over-heating.
Power Indicator
The LED indicator in the side switch shows the power status for 5 seconds
after turning the FC12 on.
Green = remaining battery power is good (more than 30%).
Red = remaining battery power is poor (less than 30%).
Flashing Red = critical power, replace or recharge battery as soon as
possible.
Low Voltage Protection: If the battery’s voltage is lower than 2.7V, FC12
turns off automatically to avoid battery damage by over discharge.
Battery Specifications
Battery Type| Dimension & Quantity| Nominal Voltage|
Compatible
---|---|---|---
Rechargeable Li-ion battery| 18650 x 1| 3.7V| Yes
Battery Installation
Unscrew the tailcup to insert one 18650 battery with the anode side (+)
towards the head, then screw the tailcup back on. Both flat top and button top
18650 batteries are supported.
Recharging
The FC12 has a USB-C port for convenient recharging of its battery. Please
connect it with a quality USB-C cable and use a USB power adapter with 5V 1A.
While charging the LED power indicator flashes red. Once finished the
indicator will turn green to indicate a full battery.
Operation Instructions
ON/OFF
Tap tail switch for momentary-on. Push down till a click for constant on.
Single click turns it off.
Group 1: Stepped modes
Stepped modes give you fixed brightness levels to choose from: Eco – Low – Mid
– High .
When ON. Single click cycle through stepped modes (Eco – Low – Mid – High).
Double click to activate Turbo mode. While in Turbo mode, single click to
return to the previously used mode.
Group 2: Ramping mode
Ramping mode gives you full flexibility to adjust brightness sleeplessly from
Eco to Turbo level.
When ON. Press and hold to change brightness sleeplessly (“ramp”). Ramping
changes its direction when the button is being pressed again within 1.5
seconds. The light flashes once when it reaches the lower or upper end of the
ramp.
Double click to activate Turbo level.
Toggle between Group 1 and Group 2
From ON 4 fast clicks to cycle between both mode groups.
Strobe Mode
Triple click to activate Strobe mode. double to cycle through Strobe-SOS-
Beacon, another click goes back to previous mode.
While OFF, hold side switch, and click tail switch, you have moonlight mode.
Caution
- Do not stare directly into the beam or point it directly into anyone’s face.
- Strobe mode may cause seizure in persons with photosensitive epilepsy.
- Operating the FC12 for a long time on high brightness modes will warm the flashlight up. This is normal.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Disassembling the sealed head can damage the flashlight and voids the warranty.
- Wurkkos Ltd. recommends using high-quality brand batteries. Damage by defective batteries void the warranty.
- Remove the battery if the flashlight will not be used for an extended period of time.
- To prevent self-discharge or accidental activation during storage or transportation, unscrew the tailcup by half a turn or remove battery.
- Every 6 months threads should be wiped with a clean cloth followed by a thin layer of silicone grease.
- To maintain a proper level of waterproofness, replace worn-out O-rings with an approved spare (2 pieces are shipped with initial order).
Troubleshooting: Clean battery contacts regularly as dirty contacts may impair the performance of the flashlight. If you experience problems (flicker, shine intermittently or failure to turn on) the following root causes and solutions should be tried:
Reason A: The battery needs replacement (Battery voltage is below 2.6V).
Solution: Replace battery with an approved type of fully charged battery.
Reason B: Threads, PCB board contact or other contacts are dirty.
Solutions: Please clean the contact points with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol.
If the above methods do not work please refer to the warranty policy before
contacting your authorized distributor.
Please contact us if you have any questions. If your product is defective
please contact us for refund or replacement within warranty period.
Wurkkos Limited:
Tel: +86-137-28792565
E-mail: wurkkos@foxmail.com
Web: www.wurkkos.com
Address: No.1 Qinglin Industrial Center, Guanylin Street,
Longhua New District, Shenzhen 518000, China