NiteRider Pro 1800 Race Light User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- NiteRider
Table of Contents
PRO 1800 RACE
USER GUIDE
USE THE LIGHT THAT PROS USE
NiteRider® provides mountain and road bike riders with the most durable, reliable, and best-performing lights in the market. It’s not a statement we make lightly, as the backbone of our success has been built on providing lights of exceptional quality to this very demanding market sector. Through 30+ years of actively supporting professional riders at 12 and 24-hour endurance events, we have learned what it takes to become the stand-alone leader in mountain bike lighting. To get the most from your NiteRider® light, we urge you to familiarize yourself with the following safety and operating instructions.
PARTS LIST AND IDENTIFICATION
Please verify the contents of your Pro 1800 Race system:
A. Pro 1800 Race Headlamp
B. Li-Ion Race Battery
C. Universal Handlebar Mount (UHM)
D. Helmet Mount
E. 36” Extension Cable
F. A/C Adapter
MOUNTING THE HEADLAMP
The Pro Series headlamp can be mounted to the handlebar or a helmet.
Universal Handlebar Mount
The Universal Handlebar Mount (UHM) is designed to fit virtually any
handlebar. Included with the mount is a 2.5 mm Allen wrench for adjusting the
mount.
MOUNTING THE HEADLAMP CONT.
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Turn the knob counter-clockwise, allowing the hinge to swing open.
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Place the UHM on the handlebar on the left side of the stem, orienting the rectangular notch in the slider clip to the rear.
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Swing the hinge down to make contact with the handlebar.
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Swing the bolt up, seating the knob into its recess.
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Turn the knob clockwise to tighten and secure the mount to the handlebar.
The UHM can be adjusted to accommodate any handlebar angle.
By loosening the 2.5 x 30 mm Allen screw, you can move the swing arm back and
forth to straighten the headlamp. Tighten the 2.5 x 30 mm screw after the
adjustment.
To pivot the headlamp, loosen the 2.5 x 12mm screw located under the slider
clip and swing arm and rotate the headlamp to the desired position. Make this
adjustment before tightening the 2.5 x 30 mm screw.
Helmet Mount
- Unclamp the straps on each side of the helmet mount and pull them free.
- Position the plastic mounting plate as close to the centerline of the helmet as possible, orienting the parallel grooves on the slider clip to the rear.
- Feed each strap into and out of two helmet vents, circling each strap back to the upper edge of the corresponding clamp.
- Fasten the straps by inserting them into the clamps and snap them shut.
Inserting the Headlamp into the Handlebar or Helmet Mount
Insert the headlamp into the handlebar or helmet mount slider clip from the
rear forward. Gently rocking the lamp as you slide it may help. Do not push
the release lever when inserting the headlamp into the slider clip; let the
lamp snap into place by itself.
Note: After mounting the headlamp, adjust it so the beam illuminates the
road properly without distracting oncoming riders. To remove the headlamp,
push the release lever forward and slide the lamp backward.
MOUNTING THE BATTERY
Warning: For safety reasons, a cyclist should never be tethered to the
bike. If the headlamp is mounted to the helmet, do not mount the battery to
the frame. Conversely, if the headlamp is mounted to the handlebar, do not
place the battery in a pocket or pack.
Frame Mount
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Thread the velcro straps through the 2 slots on the bottom of the battery.
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Attach the concave surface of the battery to a safe, convenient location on the frame (typically under the top or down tube), placing the velcro strap over the tube, but under
any shift or brake cables. The cable from the battery should extend toward the stem. -
Secure the headlamp and battery cable to the frame using the thin velcro strapettes. Make sure the cables do not interfere with any moving parts.
Pocket or Pack
- Route the 36” extension cable through a helmet vent or along the outside of the helmet using the thin velcro strapette to secure the cable.
- Connect the 36” extension cable to the battery, making sure the cable does not interfere with any moving parts.
- Simply place the battery in a pocket or pack.
OPERATION
- Connect the headlamp cable to the battery.
- Press and release the headlamp power button to turn the light on. Cycle through the three brightness levels by pressing and releasing the power button.
- To access the daylight safety flash mode, press and hold the power button until the headlamp starts to flash.
- With the headlamp in flash mode, press and release the power button to access Beacon, S.O.S., or Walk. From walk mode, you can return to normal mode by pressing and releasing the power button.
- To turn the headlamp off from normal, flash or walk modes, press and hold the power button until the headlamp shuts off.
- Always disconnect the battery from the headlamp when transporting the light system to prevent accidentally turning on the headlamp which may cause overheating and potential damage from high heat or even a risk of fire.
Fuel Gauge
The 8-step, LED fuel gauge is located on top of the headlamp in front of the
power button. When all four LEDs are lit solid green, the battery is fully
charged. As the battery discharges ⅛ increments of capacity, the LEDs from
right to left, successively go from solid to blinking green, to out. With only
the final ⅛ capacity remaining one LED blinks red. At this time, the headlamp
should be turned off and the battery recharged.
BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE
- Plug the AC Power Adapter into an electric outlet, then plug the cable from the AC Power Adapter into the battery.
- The indicator light will be red until the battery is fully charged; then it changes to blue.
- Unplug the AC Adapter from the battery by grasping the connectors rather than the cable.
- Leaving the battery and AC Adapter connected indefinitely will not harm the batteries.
- When storing for an extended period of time, charge the battery every three months to maximize battery life.
RIDING AT NIGHT
While a Pro 1800 Race lighting system will improve your view, control, and
enjoyment of night riding, please remember that cycling at night is an
inherently dangerous activity. In addition to using your lighting system
properly and riding with extreme caution, NiteRider® urges you to:
- Never ride alone
- Always let someone know where you are going
- Wear a helmet and reflective clothing
- Carry an auxiliary light and emergency supplies
- Make sure the headlamp, mounting bracket, and battery are securely fastened
- Always disconnect the battery from the headlamp when transporting the light system
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
Properly charge your battery to maximize its lifespan (see the “Battery
Charging and Care” section for detailed information). The Pro 1800 Race will
perform in wet weather conditions, but submerging it in water will damage the
system.
SUPPORT
If you experience difficulties during product installation or operation,
NiteRider® provides free telephone support on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
(Pacific Time)
at 800.466.8366, ext 4. You may also e-mail us at
help@niterider.com
WARRANTY
NiteRider® stands behind its products with the following warranties:
- Lifetime warranty on all mechanical components
- 2 years on electrical components
- 180 days on rechargeable batteries
To obtain warranty service, it is preferable to have your original sales
receipt. Contact the NiteRider® customer service department at 800.466.8366,
ext 4 to obtain a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The RMA number must be prominently
displayed on the outside of your package.
The product must be properly packaged to prevent damage in transit. For
complete warranty information, please visit our website at
www.niterider.com.
RUN TIMES – PRO 1800 RACE
Low – 6:00h at 400 Lumens
Medium – 3:00h at 700 Lumens
High – 1:30h at 1800 Lumens
Flash – 25:00h
Beacon – 25:00h
S.O.S. – 25:00h
Walk – 25:00h at 80 Lumens
NiteRider® Technical Lighting Systems, Inc.
12255 Crosthwaite Circle, Suite A
Poway, CA 92064
www.niterider.com
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