PETZL TIKKA, TIKKA CORE Headlamps Instruction Manual

PETZL TIKKA, TIKKA CORE Headlamps

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Techinical notice

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.
Note:

• If more than 3 seconds pass without the button being pressed, one click will turn off the lamp.

HYBRID Headlamp

Headlamp compatible with AAA-LR03 alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and with the CORE rechargeable battery.
Only rechargeable headlamps come with the CORE battery.
WARNING: if using the CORE battery, when the battery is nearly drained, the light may turn off abruptly.

Charging the CORE rechargeable battery

The lamp comes with a Petzl Li-Ion rechargeable battery. Capacity: 1250 mAh.
Charge the battery completely before first use. Use only a Petzl CORE 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.

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 3 hours with the Petzl USB charger or a computer. Warning: if several USB devices are connected to your computer, the charging time can increase (up to 24 hours).
Replacing the rechargeable battery
Use only a Petzl CORE rechargeable battery. Using another type of rechargeable battery can damage your 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.
A. Battery precautions (standard and rechargeable)

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 your rechargeable battery is damaged, do not dismantle it or change its structure. Dispose of your 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.

B. 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.
• 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 your 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…).

ErP directive
Complies with energy-related products directive (ErP) 2009/125/EC.
Instantaneous full brightness – Color temperature: 6000-7000 K – Narrow beam nominal angle: 15° / flood: 36° – Number of switching cycles before failure: 13,000 minimum.

Stroboscopic effect
Warning concerning use of the lamp near rotating machinery. If the lamp’s lighting frequency (250 Hz for MAX BURN TIME and 16 kHz for the other two levels) is identical to (or a multiple of) the machine’s frequency of rotation, the user cannot see that the machine is rotating.

C. Cleaning, drying
If used in a damp environment, remove the batteries from the lamp and leave the case open to dry.

D. Storage, transport
For long-term storage, charge the rechargeable battery (repeat every six months) and remove the battery from the lamp. Avoid allowing your 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 your 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 your 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.

References

• Petzl.com

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