Braun 57961 - User Manual

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Summary

Warning Symbols and Definitions

Important Safety Instructions

Specifications

Setup Before Use

Functions

Operating Instructions

Maintenance and Servicing

Replacing Batteries

Instructions for removing old and installing new batteries, emphasizing polarity.

Limited 90 Day Warranty

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

The Braun Portable Work Light with Rotating Handle/Stand is a versatile lighting solution designed for various applications, offering portability and multiple positioning options. This device is intended for outdoor use, providing illumination in situations where a reliable light source is needed. Its primary function is to emit light, with adjustable brightness settings to suit different requirements.

Function Description

The work light operates by providing illumination through an integrated light source. Users can control the light's output via a power button, which cycles through different modes: full brightness, dim, and flashing. A fourth press of the button turns the light off. This multi-mode functionality allows the user to select the appropriate level of illumination for the task at hand, whether it's for detailed work requiring bright light, general area lighting at a dimmer setting, or signaling with the flashing mode.

The device is powered by batteries, making it highly portable and independent of external power sources. This battery-operated design enhances its utility in remote locations or during power outages. The battery compartment is easily accessible for replacement, ensuring continuous operation.

Usage Features

The Braun Portable Work Light is designed with several features to enhance its usability and adaptability in various environments.

• Portability and Positioning: The light is equipped with a rotating handle/stand, which serves multiple purposes. This bracket allows the user to tilt the work light to direct the beam precisely where needed. The rotating handle also facilitates carrying the light, making it easy to transport from one location to another. Furthermore, the bracket can be used to hang the work light, providing overhead illumination or keeping it out of the way on a hook or similar fixture.
• Magnetic Attachment: A key feature of this work light is its magnetic base. This allows the light to be securely attached to magnetic surfaces, such as metal beams, vehicle bodies, or toolboxes. This hands-free operation is particularly useful in workshops, garages, or during roadside emergencies, where stable positioning without manual holding is crucial.
• Outdoor Use: The device is suitable for outdoor use, implying a degree of durability and resistance to environmental factors. However, it is explicitly stated that the light should not be submerged in water, indicating that while it can withstand outdoor conditions, it is not waterproof for submersion.
• Safety Precautions: The manual emphasizes several safety instructions for using the portable luminaire. Users are advised not to operate the light with missing or damaged guards or lamp containment barriers. ANSI-approved goggles should be worn during setup and use to protect the eyes. The light should not be operated in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust, as it generates sparks that could ignite these substances. This highlights the importance of understanding the operational environment and potential hazards.
• User Responsibility: The manual stresses that common sense and caution are essential factors for safe operation, which cannot be built into the product itself. This places responsibility on the operator to exercise good judgment and adhere to all warnings and instructions.

Maintenance Features

Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the longevity and safe operation of the Braun Portable Work Light. The manual outlines several maintenance procedures that users should follow.

• Pre-Use Inspection: Before each use, a general inspection of the light is recommended. This includes checking for any signs of damage such as leaking, swollen, or cracked battery packs, loose hardware, misalignment or binding of moving parts, and cracked or broken parts. Any condition that may affect its safe operation should be addressed before use. This proactive approach helps prevent accidents and ensures the light functions correctly.
• Battery Replacement: The device uses AA alkaline batteries. The manual provides clear instructions for replacing them: push the latch on the battery box to open the compartment, remove old batteries, and install new ones, observing polarity. Crucially, it warns against mixing old and new batteries, or different types of batteries (alkaline, carbon-zinc, rechargeable), and against using swollen or leaking batteries. This ensures optimal performance and prevents potential damage from improper battery usage.
• Post-Use Care: After use, the work light should be turned off, and if applicable, any power cord disconnected. The external surfaces of the light should be wiped with a clean cloth. Following cleaning, the light should be stored indoors, out of reach of children. This protects the device from environmental damage and ensures it is safely stored.
• Label and Nameplate Maintenance: Users are advised to maintain labels and nameplates on the light, as they carry important safety information. If these become unreadable or go missing, Harbor Freight Tools should be contacted for replacements. This ensures that critical safety warnings and product information remain accessible to the user.
• Professional Servicing: Procedures not specifically explained in the manual should only be performed by a qualified technician. This prevents untrained individuals from attempting repairs that could damage the device or pose a safety risk.
• Damage Protocol: In case of damage, the equipment should not be used, and the problem should be corrected before further use. This reinforces the importance of safety and prevents operation of a potentially faulty device.

Overall, the Braun Portable Work Light is designed as a practical and robust lighting tool, emphasizing user safety, ease of use, and straightforward maintenance for reliable performance in various settings.

Braun 57961 Specifications

General

Brand	Braun
SKU	57961
Model Number	57961
Category	Work Light
Power Source	Battery
Light Type	LED
Battery Type	AA
Number of Batteries	3
Hanging Hook	Yes
Color	Black
Material	Plastic