Cycle Torch SHARK 500

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Shark 500 Headlight
Bolt Tail Light
Usage Features
Installation
Charging
Switching Lighting Modes
Shark 500 Headlight
Bolt Tail Light
Battery Level Check (Shark 500 Headlight)
Low Battery Level
Maintenance Features
Battery Degradation Prevention
Safety Precautions
Warranty and Support

The Cycle Torch Shark 500 is a lighting system designed to enhance safety and visibility for cyclists. It includes both a headlight (Shark 500 Headlight) and a tail light (Bolt Tail Light).

Function Description:

The Shark 500 Headlight provides illumination for the rider, offering various lighting modes to suit different conditions, from high brightness for maximum visibility to a flash mode for increased awareness. The Bolt Tail Light ensures the cyclist is visible from behind, also featuring multiple flashing and pulse modes. Both lights are designed to be water-resistant for normal daily use, including rain.

Important Technical Specifications:

Shark 500 Headlight:

Model range: SHARK 500 USB light
Brightness: 500 LM
Water-resistant grade: IP65
Light source: CREE XML T6 ultra-bright LED
LED lifespan: 50,000 hours
Battery: 1 x SAMSUNG 18650, 3.7V, 2400 mAh Li-ion
Charge time: 4 - 10 hours
Low power warning: Red light warning (blue fluorescent ring changes to red)
Battery running time:
- High mode (500 lumens): 90 minutes
- Medium mode (250 lumens): 180 minutes
- Low mode (50 lumens): 900 minutes
- Flash mode (500 lumens): 1800 minutes
Material: High-quality nylon plastic (ABS)
Fluorescent waterproof indicator ring: For greater night visibility
Finish: Different colors available
Weight: 100 g

Bolt Tail Light:

Model range: Tail Bolt
Brightness: 10 Lm
Water-resistant grade: IP65
Light source: 3535 ultra-bright LED
LED lifespan: 50,000 hours
Battery: Lithium-polymer rechargeable
Charge time: 2 - 4 hours
Battery running time:
- High mode: 300 minutes
- Slow flashing mode: 900 - 1200 minutes
- Quick flashing: 600 - 900 minutes
- Pulse mode: 600 - 900 minutes
Material: High-quality aluminum and top-class nylon plastic (ABS)
Finish: Black
Included accessories:
- Silicone strap which fits all standard seat posts
- Micro USB charging cable
Weight: 30 g

Usage Features:

Installation:

Shark 500 Headlight: Attach the rubber strap to one end of the light bracket. Hold the light with one hand and secure it with the rubber strap across the handlebar.
Bolt Tail Light: Attach the rubber strap to one end of the light bracket. Hold the light with one hand and secure it with the rubber strap across the seatpost.

Charging:

Shark 500 Headlight: Remove the rubber cap at the bottom. Connect to a PC or a 5V max 2A USB battery charger using the USB cable. The power button lights up, indicating charging. Charging is complete when the power button turns blue.
Bolt Tail Light: Remove the rubber cap at the bottom. Connect to a PC or a 5V max 2A USB battery charger using the USB cable. The lens lights up red when charging starts. Charging is complete when the lens lights up green. Charging time is approximately 2 hours.
Charging Tips:
- The light cannot be charged if your PC is in a sleep state.
- A flashing power button indicates a charging error; reinsert the USB cable.
- The battery charges to about 80% after approximately 4 hours for the headlight and 2 hours for the tail light.
- Charging and lighting times are approximate and vary by environmental and user conditions.
- Only use the supplied cable (or other accessories) to charge Cycle Torch bike lights.

Switching Lighting Modes:

Shark 500 Headlight:

Operation Modes: High, Medium, Low, Flash.
Switching: A short press of the power button turns the light on in High mode. Each subsequent short press cycles through the modes in the order: High -> Medium -> Low -> Flash.
Turning Off: Press and hold the button for one to three seconds.

Bolt Tail Light:

Operation Modes: High, Slow flashing, Quick flashing, Pulse, Off.
Switching: The initial two short presses (or single press for earlier models) of the power button turn the light on in High mode. Each subsequent short press cycles through the modes in the order: High -> Slow flashing -> Quick flashing -> Pulse -> Off.
Turning Off: Press and hold the power button to shut down the Tail Bolt.

Battery Level Check (Shark 500 Headlight):

When the light is turned off, press the button for 3 seconds and release. The light will flash 1 to 10 times, indicating the remaining battery level (10 flashes = 100% charge, 9 flashes = 90%, 8 flashes = 80%, etc.).

Low Battery Level:

Shark 500 Headlight: The power button light will glow red when the battery level is low. The light will automatically turn off when the battery level is too low to protect the battery from damage. It is recommended to turn off the light when the button glows red or within 5 minutes of it glowing red.
Bolt Tail Light: The Tail Bolt will automatically turn off when the battery level is too low to protect the battery from damage. It is not recommended to turn on the lights after the programmed shutdown.

Maintenance Features:

Battery Degradation Prevention:

Do not wait until the light goes completely out, as this significantly reduces the number of charge cycles and can render the battery unusable.
Charge your bike light every 2-3 months when stored or not in use to prevent battery degradation. It is highly recommended to recharge the Tail Bolt periodically.

Safety Precautions:

Never look directly into the bike light.
Avoid directing the light beam into the eyes of another person.
Do not place it within children's reach.
Before your trip, ensure the light is firmly mounted to the handlebar, lights up, and is not blocked by baggage.
The product is water-resistant for normal daily use and can be used in the rain, but do not intentionally submerge it in water.
Failure to follow these cautions may expose you to risks, cause damage to the light system, and void the warranty.
A lighting system enhances safety and visibility but is not a substitute for common sense. Ride within your capability and consider the riding environment.
This product contains components that must be recycled per EU Directive 2002/96/EC and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste.

Warranty and Support:

Register your product at https://cycletorch.com.
The product comes with a one-year warranty from the purchase date under normal use. Free warranty service is provided for quality-related problems.
When requesting warranty service, customers should present their Amazon Order ID or numbers provided by online retailers.
Warranty Exclusions:
- Damages caused by other than normal use, including physical damages.
- User modification, repairs, or disassembly of the product without factory authorization.
- Missing warranty registration.
For further information or issues, contact hello@cycletorch.com.