241-0494
Area Light
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts –
Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374(M-F 8:30am-5:00pm EST).
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CAUTION:
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And
Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future
Reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ......................................................... Page 2
Safety Instructions ...................................................... Page 3
Overview/Specifications ................................................. Page 5
Assembly ............................................................. Page 6
Operation/Maintenance .................................................. Page 7
Troubleshooting ........................................................ Page 8
Warranty ............................................................. Page 12
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and
more safely.
WARNING:
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a
qualied service technician.
Symbol
Name
Designation / Explanation
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
∿
Alternating current Type of current
�
Direct current Type or characteristic of current
n
o
No-load speed Rotational speed at no load
lbs Pounds Weight
Class II construction Double insulated construction
.../min
Per minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed
orbits, etc., per minute
Wear safety goggles
WARNING:
The operation of any
power tool can result in foreign objects
being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before
beginning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and a full-face shield
when needed. We recommend a Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eye-
glasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The
instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING:
Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual,
including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING” and “CAUTION” before
using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS
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.
The term “power tool” in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
WARNING:
When using electric
appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the
following:
1. Read all the instructions before using
the appliance.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close
supervision is necessary when an
appliance is used near children.
3. Do not contact moving parts.
4. Only use attachments recommended
or sold by the manufacturer.
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock
or damage to the charger and battery,
use only the batteries and charger listed.
Battery pack Charger
252-8029
252-8030
252-8031
252-8034
252-8035
252-8025
252-8036
252-8037
252-8044
6. The lens gets very hot during use. To
reduce the risk of burns, do not touch
hot lens.
7. To reduce the risk of fire, keep away
from combustible materials while in
operation.
8. Recharge only with the charger specified
by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
9. Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
10. When battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails screws or other small
metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire.
11. Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, also seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
12. Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained
13. Do not use outdoor. This worklight is
intended for household use only. Using it
outdoor may increase the risk of electric
shock or fire.
14. Do not wash the worklight with water
nor keep in a damp location. If the worklight
gets wet, dry it off as soon as possible.
15. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do
not put the unit in water or other liquid.
16. Do not place or store unit where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
17. Do not work with the cordless worklight
in hazardous areas.
18. Do not use the cordless worklight in
road traffic. The cordless worklight is not
approved for illumination in road traffic.
19. Remove the battery from the cordless
worklight before any work on the
cordless worklight itself (e.g. assembling,
maintenance, cleaning, etc.), as well as
when transporting and storing.
20. Do not allow children to use the cordless
worklight. It is intended for professional
use. Children can unintentionally blind
themselves or other persons.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Switch Button
Hook
OVERVIEW
Numbers of LED 20
Light Output (at 360°high brightness) 850 Lumens
3 Modes 360° illumination, 2 brightness levels High
Low
180° illumination
Area Light Weight ( without battery) 1 lb. (0.44 kg)
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
If any part is broken
or missing, DO NOT attempt to attach the
battery or operate the tool until the broken
or missing part is replaced. Failure to do
so could result in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to
modify this tool or create accessories not
recommended for use with this tool. Any
such alteration or modication is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Your tool should never
be connected to the battery when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments,
installing or removing blades, cleaning, or
when it is not in use. Disconnecting the
tool will prevent accidental starting, which
could cause serious personal injury.
CONTENTS
Cordless LED area light, instruction manual.
UNPACKING
1. Carefully remove the light and any
accessories from the carton. Make sure
that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
2. Inspect the light carefully to make sure
that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
3. Do not discard the packing material
until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the light.
TO ATTACH BATTERY PACK
(FIG. 1)
Align the raised rib on the battery pack with
the grooves on the bottom of the light, and
then slide the battery pack to the light.
NOTICE: Make sure that the latch on the
battery pack snaps into place and the
battery pack is secured to the light before
operation.
FIG. 1
Detach
Battery-release
Button
Attach
TO DETACH BATTERY PACK
(FIG. 1)
1. Make sure that the light is switched off.
2. Depress the battery-release buttons
located on the front of the battery pack
to release the battery pack.
3. Pull the battery pack out and remove it
from the light.
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TURNING THE AREA LIGHT ON
AND OFF (FIG. 2)
FIG. 2
Switch Button
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not at any time let
brake uids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc. come in
contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic, which
may result in serious personal injury.
MAINTENANCE
The tool may be cleaned most effectively
with compressed dry air. Always wear
safety goggles when cleaning tools with
compressed air.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic
parts. Most plastics are susceptible to
damage from various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil,
grease, etc.
MAINTENANCE
1. Press the switch: the light is on at 360°
high illumination mode.
2. Press the switch again: the light is on at
360° low illumination mode.
3. Press the switch button a third time and
the light will produce 180° illumination.
4. Press the switch again to turn the light is
off.
UTILITY HOOK
Your light is equipped with a convenient
utility hook for hanging your light. To use,
simply lift the hook until it snaps into the
open position. When not in use, always lower
hook until it snaps into the closed position.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check for damaged, missing, or worn
parts.
2. Check for loose screws, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, or any other
condition that may affect the operation.
3. If abnormal vibration or noise occurs,
turn the tool off immediately and have
the problem corrected before further
use.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
The light does not
work.
The battery is depleted. Charge the battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOTES
Page 10
NOTES
Page 11
NOTES
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SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM
Area Light
WARRANTY
90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE:
This MASTERFORCE
®
brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back
Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE
®
brand
power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return
the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS
®
retail store, and we will provide
you a refund – no questions asked.
3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:
This MASTERFORCE
®
brand power tool carries our famous No Hassle 3-Year
Limited Warranty to the original purchaser. If, during normal use, this
MASTERFORCE
®
power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within three (3) years from the date of original purchase, simply bring
this tool with the original sales receipt back to your nearest MENARDS
®
retail store.
At its discretion, MASTERFORCE
®
agrees to have the tool or any defective part(s)
repaired or replaced with the same or similar MASTERFORCE
®
product or part
free of charge, within the stated warranty period, when returned by the original
purchaser with original sales receipt. Not withstanding the foregoing, this limited
warranty does not cover any damage that has resulted from abuse or misuse of the
Merchandise. This warranty: (1) excludes expendable parts including but not limited
to blades, brushes, belts, bits, light bulbs, and/or batteries; (2) shall be void if this
tool is used for commercial and/or rental purposes; and (3) does not cover any
losses, injuries to persons/property or costs. This warranty does give you specific
legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Be
careful, tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained. Seller’s employees
are not qualified to advise you on the use of this Merchandise. Any oral
representation(s) made will not be binding on seller or its employees. The rights
under this limited warranty are to the original purchaser of the Merchandise and may
not be transferred to any subsequent owner. This limited warranty is in lieu of all
warranties, expressed or implied including warranties or merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or
consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy against the seller will be for the
replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long as the seller is willing or
able to replace this product or is willing to refund the purchase price as provided
above. For insurance purposes, seller is not allowed to demonstrate any of these
power tools for you.
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll
Free: 1-866-917-4374(M-F 8:30am-5:00pm EST).
07/2017
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