NiteRider RoadRat User manual

Halogen

USER GUIDE

RoadRat

NiteRider and RoadRat are trademarks of NiteRider, Inc.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

DISCOVER THE NIGHT!

Thank you for choosing the RoadRat™ from NiteRider, the

innovator in technical lighting systems. The RoadRat

combines an easy-to-use, high-intensity halogen light with a

rechargeable battery.

To get the most from your NiteRider light, we urge you to

familiarize yourself with the following safety and operation

instructions.

PROTECTING

YOUR INVESTMENT

When not in use, always disconnect the headlamp from the

battery. To unplug, grasp the connector, not the cable.

Properly charge your battery to maximize its lifespan (see

“Battery Charging and Care” on page 8). To avoid damaging

your system, only charge your NiteRider battery with the

appropriate NiteRider charger.

While the RoadRat will perform in wet weather conditions,

submerging it in water will damage the system. If you need a

submersible light, NiteRider manufactures industrial-grade

dive light systems. For information, contact NiteRider Dive

Lights at 858.268.3850 or visit www.niteriderdive.com.

RIDING AT NIGHT

While the RoadRat will improve your 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.

NiteRider, Inc.

8205 Ronson Road, Suite E

San Diego, CA 92111 USA

800.466.8366

www.niterider.com

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

support@niterider.com

WARRANTY

NiteRider stands behind its products with the following

warranties:

• Lifetime warranty on all mechanical components

• 1 year on cables and connectors, electronic components,

and printed circuit boards

• 180 days on rechargeable batteries

• 90 days on overnight chargers

• 60 days on halogen bulbs

To repair or replace your product while under warranty, return

it (postage prepaid and insured with original sales receipt) to

the address below. Out-of-warranty repair service is also

available. For complete warranty information, please visit our

website.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Parts List and Identification

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Quick Start

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Mounting the Headlamp

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Standard Handlebar Mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Inserting the Headlamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Mounting the Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Battery Charging and Care

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the 9-hour Overnight Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Run Time

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

PARTS LIST

AND IDENTIFICATION

Please verify the contents of your RoadlRat system:

A. 10 Watt-6 Volt halogen headlamp

B. Standard handlebar mount

C. 6.0 Ah-6 Volt sealed lead-acid battery

(frame mount)

D. 9-hour overnight charger

E. Velcro cable tie

QUICK START

1. Charge the battery for nine hours before the ﬁrst use. To

maximize the life of the battery, it is important to disconnect

the battery from the charger immediately after charging.

See “Using the 9-hour Overnight Charger” on page 8.

2. To mount the headlamp and battery, see “Mounting the

Headlamp” on page 6 and “Mounting the Battery” on

page 7.

3. Connect the battery to the headlamp.

4. To turn the lamp on and off, press and release the

headlamp power button.

MOUNTING THE HEADLAMP

Standard Handlebar Mount

The standard handlebar mount is

installed by unscrewing the Phillips

screw, pulling the mount open, and

wrapping it around the handlebar.

Orient the rectangular groove on

the slider clip to the rear. Tighten

the screw until the mount is secure.

If necessary, the included rubber

shims can be used to achieve a snug ﬁt.

Inserting the Headlamp into

the Handlebar Mount

Insert the headlamp mount into

the handlebar mount slider clip

from the rear of the slider clip

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.

To remove the headlamp, push the release lever and slide

the lamp backward.

Note

: After mounting the headlamp, adjust the headlamp

so it illuminates the road properly without distracting

oncoming riders.

Headlamp mount with

release lever

MOUNTING THE BATTERY

Although the lead-acid battery pack can be mounted in

various places on your bike, it is designed to be mounted

under the top tube.

1. Mount the battery pack under

the top tube, placing the two

wide Velcro straps over the top

tube but under any shift or

brake cables.

2. To prevent the bag from

swinging, the thin Velcro strap

can be tightened around the

head tube, seat tube, or down

tube depending on the

geometry of your bike.

3. Secure the battery cable to the

frame with the additional Velcro

cable ties, making sure the

cable will not interfere with any

moving parts.

OPERATION

1. Connect the battery cable to the headlamp cable.

2. To turn the lamp on and off, simply press and release the

headlamp power button.

Warning

: To protect the battery from over-discharging, turn

off the lamp before it reaches complete darkness.

Warning

: NiteRider discourages operating the light in

stationary conditions because the excessive heat generated

can damage the headlamp.

BATTERY CHARGING

AND CARE

Rechargeable batteries can last years with proper care.

Most importantly, fully charge your battery:

• before the ﬁrst use

• after each use

• before storing

• every 45 to 60 days when not in use.

Using the 9-hour Overnight Charger

To maximize the life of the battery, avoid overcharging it.

Estimate the depletion of the battery and charge it according

to the following chart:

Usage Charge Time

30 min 1 hr 45 min

1 hr 3 hrs 30 min

1 hr 30 min 5 hrs 15 min

2 hrs 7 hrs

2 hrs 30 min 9 hrs

It is very important to disconnect the battery from the charger

after the above charge time has elapsed. Setting a timer may

be helpful to avoid overcharging. When disconnecting the

battery and charger, grasp the connectors, not the cables.

It is also important to avoid over-discharging the battery.

When operating the light, turn the lamp off before it reaches

complete darkness.

Storage

Rechargeable batteries perform better and last longer if they

are brought to a complete charge before storing and every

45 to 60 days when not in use.

Disconnect the battery from the headlamp, and store the

system in a cool dry place.

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