Product OverviewThe AQ8A lifejacket light is an alkaline battery-powered emergency light designed for attachment to lifejackets. It activates automatically on contact with water and also includes a manual on/off switch for controlled use.
Features- White flashing LED dome light
- Built-in water sensors for automatic activation
- Manual on/off switch
- Functional, compact design
- Fixing clip for secure attachment behind lifejacket material or through a button hole (clip locks into place; removal only by breaking the clip)
- Maintenance-free five year battery life
- Tamper-proof construction
Fitting- Secure the light to the lifejacket in a position providing maximum visibility when the wearer is in the water, preferably near the shoulder.
- Ensure the installation position allows the water sensors on the main body to contact water when immersed.
- Feed the clip behind the lifejacket material or through a button hole and press into the light until it clicks securely. Once fastened the light cannot be removed unless the clip is broken.
Operation- The light automatically activates when the sensors are immersed in water.
- To operate manually, press the button on the front of the unit.
- The light can be turned off by pressing the front button at any time, including when still immersed in water.
Downloads (available)- Product Information Sheet (PDF)
- Instruction Manual (PDF)
- UK MER Module D Certificate (PDF)
- SOLAS MED Module D Certificate (PDF)
- SOLAS MED Module B / USCG Certificate (PDF)
- UK MER Module B Certificate (PDF)
- Material Data Safety Sheet (PDF)
- EC Declaration of Conformity (PDF)
Technical characteristics / specifications- Model: AQ8A
- Colour: White LED
- Activation: Water auto / Manual
- Dimensions: 62.5 mm (h) x 25.4 mm (w) x 23.5 mm (d)
- Weight: 38 grams
- Battery Type: Alkaline
- Output: ≥0.75 cd
- Duration: ≥13 h over 0.75 cd at -1ºC
- Storage Life: 5 Years from Date of Manufacture
- Approvals: EU MED / UK MER / USCG / ISO 24408:2005