Trotec UV-TorchLight 15F User manual

TRT-BA-UV-TORCHLIGHT15F-TC230616TTRT01-001-EN

UV-TORCHLIGHT 15F

INSTRUCTIONS

UV TORCH

2 EN

UV torch UV-Torchlight 15F

Table of contents

Information on the use of this instructions..........................2

Safety .....................................................................................2

Information about the device................................................4

Transport and storage...........................................................5

Operation ...............................................................................5

Maintenance and repair ........................................................7

Disposal .................................................................................7

Information on the use of this instructions

Symbols

Warning of electrical voltage

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of

persons due to electrical voltage.

Warning of explosive substances

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of

persons due to potentially explosive substances.

Warning

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the

device generates UVradiation. Information about how

you have to protect yourself from UV radiation will be

provided to you.

Warning

This signal word indicates a hazard with an average

risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious

injury or death.

Caution

This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk

level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or

moderate injury.

Note

This signal word indicates important information (e.g.

material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry

out your tasks quickly and safely.

Follow the manual

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the

instructions must be observed.

Wear safety glasses

Information marked with this symbol indicates that you

should wear eye protection.

You can download the current version of the instructions and

the EUdeclaration of conformity via the following link:

UV-Torchlight 15F

https://hub.trotec.com/?id=47386

Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the

device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity

of the device or its site of use.

Warning

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may

result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future

reference.

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or

areas and do not install it there.

• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.

• This appliance is not a toy. Keep away from children and

animals.

• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.

• Do not open the device.

• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the

device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible

condition.

• Insert the battery into the battery compartment according

to the correct polarity.

• Remove the battery from the device if you will not be using

the device for a longer period of time.

• Only use the charger for rechargeable batteries. A charger

that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a

risk of fire and explosion, when used with another battery

pack or non-rechargeable batteries.

• Do not expose the charger to rain or wet conditions. Water

entering an electrical appliance increases the risk of

electric shock.

• Keep the charger clean. Contamination entails a risk of

electric shock.

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• Check the charger, cable and plug before each use. Do not

use the charger if you detect any damages to the device.

Do not open the charger and have it repaired only by

qualified personnel and only with original spare parts.

Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase the risk of

electric shock.

• Do not operate the charger on highly combustible ground

(e.g. textiles, paper etc.) or in an inflammable environment.

The heat generated by the charger during charging entails

a risk of fire.

• In case of damage and improper use of batteries, vapours

may be emitted. Provide for fresh air and seek medical

help in case of complaints. The vapours can irritate the

respiratory system.

• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from a

battery. Avoid contact with liquid ejected from the battery

as it may cause skin irritation or burns. If contact

accidentally occurs, flush with water. Seek medical help if

this liquid contacts eyes.

• Only use the supplied charger for charging a 18650 Li-ion

battery protected against over- and undervoltage. The

battery voltage must match the battery charging voltage of

the charger.

• The use of batteries other than those recommended by the

manufacturer can cause damage to the torch and

endanger your safety. For operating only use a 18650

Li-ion battery protected against over- and undervoltage.

• Never charge batteries that cannot be recharged.

• Never short-circuit the supply terminal in the battery

compartment!

• Do not swallow batteries! If a battery is swallowed, it can

cause severe internal burns within2hours! These burns

can lead to death!

• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or

otherwise entered the body, seek medical attention

immediately!

• Keep new and used batteries and an open battery

compartment away from children.

• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see

Technical data).

Intended use

Only use the device to irradiate objects, e.g. to find cracks or

leaks, or to identify certain UVmarkers when checking

banknotes or hygiene.

To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and

spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.

Any use other than the intended use is regarded as misuse.

Reasonably foreseeable misuse

The device must not be pointed at people or animals. Do not use

the device in potentially explosive areas. Do not use the device

underwater.

Any unauthorised changes, modifications or alterations to the

device are forbidden.

Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

•

use the UVlamp in accordance with safe working procedures.

• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with

UVlamps.

• wear UVprotection glasses.

• wear covering clothing.

• have read and understood the instructions, especially the

Safety chapter.

Residual risks

Warning of electrical voltage

There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids

penetrating the housing!

Please observe the type of protection of the device

when using under water.

Do not use the focus function underwater.

Do not immerse the accessory in water.

Make sure that no water or other liquids can enter the

housing.

Warning of electrical voltage

Work on the electrical components must only be

carried out by an authorised specialist company!

Warning of explosive substances

Do not expose the batteries to temperatures above

60°C! Do not let the batteries come into contact with

water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There

is a risk of explosion!

Warning

Danger from UVradiation!

The device generates UV-Aradiation in the non-visible

range of <400nm. The eyelid closure reflex does not

work in this UVrange. Do not look at the UVLED or into

its beams during operation. Be careful not to shine the

light directly on people or animals.

Do not use optics within the light cone to bundle the

light beams.

When used in direct proximity to the object, the

reflected UVradiation is stronger and thus more

intense than at a distance of several metres. Always

use suitable UVfilters or safety glasses according to

CE-EN166 to avoid eye damage. Also avoid prolonged

exposure of skin or other living tissue.

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Warning

Risk of suffocation!

Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may

use it as a dangerous toy.

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the

hands of children.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by

untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!

Observe the personnel qualifications!

Caution

Lithium-ion batteries might catch fire in case of

overheating or damage. Ensure a sufficient distance to

heat sources, do not subject lithium-ion batteries to

direct sunlight and make sure not to damage the

casing. Do not overcharge lithium-ion batteries. If the

battery is not permanently installed in the device, only

use smart chargers that switch off automatically when

the battery is fully charged. Charge lithium-ion

batteries in due time before they are discharged

completely.

Caution

Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.

Note

To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to

extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.

Note

Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the

device.

Information about the device

Device description

The UV-Torchlight 15F generates UV-A light in the 365nm

range.

Possible applications of the device are:

• checking for cracks or fissures using fluorescent testing

agents

• leak detection with fluorescent liquids

• localization of UVactive substances (blood, sweat, urine

etc.)

• geocaching

• security check of documents or banknotes

Device depiction

No. Operating element

1Focus ring

2UV light source

3Power button

4Battery compartment closure

5Opening for wrist strap

Technical data

Parameter Value

Model UV-Torchlight 15F

Weight incl. battery 232g

Dimensions (diameterx length) 45mm x 155mm

Radiation intensity*

Radiation cone ø250mm

2890 µW/cm²

Radiation intensity*

Radiation cone ø150mm

10030 µW/cm²

Radiation intensity*

Radiation cone ø100mm

22560 µW/cm²

Radiation intensity*

Radiation cone ø60mm

38420 µW/cm²

Radiation intensity*

LED spotlight ø30mm

55480 µW/cm²

Power supply 1 x 18650 Li-ion battery 3.7V

Light source 12 x 365nm LED

Wavelength UV-A light 365± 5nm

Operating time > 2hours

Type of protection IPX7

*at a distance of 38cm

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Scope of delivery

• 1 x UV-Torchlight 15F

• 1 x Li-ion battery 3.7V

• 1x Battery charger

• 1x Quick guide

Transport and storage

Note

If you store or transport the device improperly, the

device may be damaged.

Note the information regarding transport and storage of

the device.

Transport

The supplied Li-ion batteries are subjects to the requirements of

dangerous goods legislation.

Observe the following when transporting or shipping Li-ion

batteries:

• The user may transport the batteries by road without any

additional requirements.

• If transport is carried out by third parties (e.g. air transport

or forwarding company), special requirements as to

packaging and labelling must be observed. This includes

consulting a dangerous goods specialist when preparing

the package.

– Only ship batteries if their housing is undamaged.

– Mask open terminals with tape and pack the battery in

a way that it cannot move inside the packaging.

– Please also observe any other national regulations.

Storage

When the device is not being used, observe the following

storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• protected from dust and direct sunlight

• the storage temperature complies with the values specified

in the Technical data

• Battery/Batteries removed during prolonged storage

Operation

Charging the battery

Warning of explosive substances

Do not expose the batteries to temperatures above

60°C! Do not let the batteries come into contact with

water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There

is a risk of explosion!

Caution

Lithium-ion batteries might catch fire in case of

overheating or damage. Ensure a sufficient distance to

heat sources, do not subject lithium-ion batteries to

direct sunlight and make sure not to damage the

casing. Do not overcharge lithium-ion batteries. If the

battery is not permanently installed in the device, only

use smart chargers that switch off automatically when

the battery is fully charged. Charge lithium-ion

batteries in due time before they are discharged

completely.

1. Insert the battery into the charger with correct polarity.

Li-Ion 18650 3.7V

2. Connect the charger's power adapter to a mains socket.

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Inserting the battery

Note

Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the

device is switched off.

1. Open the battery compartment by turning the battery

compartment closure(4) counter-clockwise.

II.

2. Insert the battery into the battery compartment with the

positive terminal facing the lamp head.

3. Screw the battery compartment closure(4) back onto the

battery compartment.

Li-Ion 18650 3.7V

III.

IV.

Attaching the wrist strap

1. Attach the wrist strap to the opening provided using the

connecting ring(5).

Switching on/off

Warning of electrical voltage

There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids

penetrating the housing!

Please observe the type of protection of the device

when using under water.

Do not use the focus function underwater.

Do not immerse the accessory in water.

Make sure that no water or other liquids can enter the

housing.

Warning

Danger from UVradiation!

The device generates UV-Aradiation in the non-visible

range of <400nm. The eyelid closure reflex does not

work in this UVrange. Do not look at the UVLED or into

its beams during operation. Be careful not to shine the

light directly on people or animals.

Do not use optics within the light cone to bundle the

light beams.

When used in direct proximity to the object, the

reflected UVradiation is stronger and thus more

intense than at a distance of several metres. Always

use suitable UVfilters or safety glasses according to

CE-EN166 to avoid eye damage. Also avoid prolonged

exposure of skin or other living tissue.

Info

For best results, use the device in a darkened

environment.

Note

Wet urine traces cannot be made visible using the

device. Only dry urine traces become visible in the

UVlight.

Note

On a dark background, the colour of the reflected spot

may be similar to the colour of the background and

thus difficult to see.

For continuous light:

1. Press the Powerbutton(3) until you hear a click.

ðThe UVtorch turns on.

2. Illuminate the desired area with the UVtorch.

3. Press the Power button(3) again.

ðThe UVtorch turns off.

For momentary light:

1. Press and hold the Powerbutton(3) lightly without

pressing it down completely.

ðThe lamp is illuminated as long as you hold the button.

2. Illuminate the desired area with the UVtorch.

3. Release the Powerbutton(3).

ðThe UVtorch turns off.

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Setting the focus

Info

Do not use the focus function underwater, otherwise

water may enter the torch!

1. Turn the lamp head to the left to enlarge the light cone.

ðThe illuminated area increases while the range of

UVrays is reduced.

2. Turn the lamp head to the right to focus the UVrays.

ðThe illuminated area is reduced while the range of

UVrays is increased.

Maintenance and repair

Charging the battery

The battery should be charged when the light cone is only

faintly visible or the device cannot be switched on. To do so,

please follow the instructions in the chapter Operation.

Cleaning

Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Make

sure that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any

sprays, solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive

cleaners, but only clean water to moisten the cloth.

Repair

Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs

or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

Disposal

Always dispose of packing materials in an environmentally

friendly manner and in accordance with the applicable local

disposal regulations.

The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste

electrical or electronic equipment is taken from Directive

2012/19/EU. It states that this device must not be disposed of

with the household waste at the end of its life. You will find

collection points for free return of waste electrical and electronic

equipment in your vicinity. The addresses can be obtained from

your municipality or local administration. You can also find out

about other return options that apply for many EU countries on

the website https://hub.trotec.com/?id=45090. Otherwise,

please contact an official recycling centre for electronic and

electrical equipment authorised for your country.

The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic

equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms of

recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative effects

for the environment and human health caused by the disposal of

hazardous substances potentially contained in the equipment.

Li-Ion

In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must

not be treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of

professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the

European Parliament and of the Council of 6September2006

on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and

accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

Only for United Kingdom

According to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Regulations 2013 (SI2013/3113) (as amended) and the Waste

Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI2009/890) (as

amended), devices that are no longer usable must be collected

separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

Trotec GmbH

Grebbener Str. 7

D-52525 Heinsberg

+49 2452 962-400

+49 2452 962-200

[email protected]

www.trotec.com

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