The Fenix PD40R V3 is a rechargeable flashlight. This summary is drawn from the manufacturer's official user manual — see the downloadable PDF reference manual on the product page for complete details.
Warning
- Do not shine the flashlight directly into the eyes of anyone.
- Place this flashlight out of the reach of children.
- Do not shine flammable objects at close range, to avoid burning objects or causing danger due to high temperature.
- Do not use the flashlight in inappropriate ways such as biting in the mouth; doing so could cause serious personal injury or life threats if the flashlight or internal battery fails.
- This flashlight will accumulate a lot of heat while operating, resulting in a high temperature of the flashlight shell. Pay close attention to safe use to avoid burns.
- Turn off and lock the flashlight or remove the battery to prevent accidental activation when the flashlight is placed in a closed-in and flammable environment such as pockets and backpacks.
- The LED of this flashlight is not replaceable; the whole flashlight should be replaced when the LED reaches the end of its lifespan.
Overview
- 3000 lumens maximum output, 500 meters maximum beam distance
- A high-performance LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
- Includes an ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 battery
- Patented technique of rotary mode selection switching for accurate and single-handed operation
- Universal USB Type-C charging port
- Boot-up LED battery level indicator and low-voltage warning
- Compatible with multiple optical accessories such as the Fenix AOD-M
- Capable of tail standing; included body clip for different lighting demands
- All-metal CNC machining light body with a premium HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
- Size: 5.63'' x 1.34'' x 1.02'' / 143 x 34 x 26 mm. Weight: 6.98 oz / 198 g (including battery)
Operating Instructions
On/Off: rotate the mechanical side switch clockwise to turn on the light; rotate the mechanical side switch to OFF to turn off the light.
Output Selection: rotate the mechanical side switch to cycle through OFF, Low, Med, High, Turbo, SOS, and Strobe.
Strobe: rotate the mechanical side switch to the rightmost position to select Strobe output.
Technical Parameters (ANSI/PLATO FL1)
Turbo: Output 3000 lumens, Runtime 2h 40min*, Distance 500m, Intensity 60,954cd.
High: Output 1000 lumens, Runtime 3h 10min, Distance 300m, Intensity 22,648cd.
Med: Output 350 lumens, Runtime 8h 30min, Distance 175m, Intensity 7684cd.
Low: Output 30 lumens, Runtime 89h, Distance 50m, Intensity 612cd.
SOS: Output 350 lumens. Strobe: Output 3000 lumens.
Impact Resistance: 1 meter | Waterproof/Submersible: IP68
Note: the above specifications are the test results produced by Fenix through its laboratory testing using the Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 battery under the temperature of 21±3°C and humidity of 50%-80%; the true performance of this product may vary according to different working environments and the actual battery used. *The Turbo output is measured in total of runtime including output at reduced levels due to the built-in temperature protection mechanism.
Battery Specifications
- ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 (21700, 3.6V): Recommended
- ARB-L21-4000P (21700, 3.6V): Recommended
Warning: do not mix batteries of different brands, sizes, capacities or types. Doing so may cause damage to the flashlight or to the batteries being used. 21700 Li-ion batteries are powerful cells designed for commercial applications and must be treated with caution and handled with care. Only using quality batteries with circuit protection will reduce the potential for combustion or explosion; cell damage or short circuiting are considered user-induced damage and are not covered by any Fenix warranty or liability.
Battery Replacement: unscrew the light body and insert the battery with the anode side (+) towards the light head, then screw the light body back on.
Charging
- First switch off the light and plug the USB A socket of the charging cable into an appropriate A/C powered USB plug/outlet, then connect the USB Type-C socket of the charging cable to the light.
- The indicator will display red while charging, and will turn to green when fully charged.
- Once charging is completed, be sure to unplug the charging cable and close the anti-dust cover.
- Only Low and Med outputs are available while charging.
Note: the normal charging time of the included Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 rechargeable battery is approximately 3 hours from depleted to fully charged. Recharge a stored light every four months to maintain optimum performance of the battery.
Battery Level Indication
When the light is switched on, the battery level indicator beside the charging port will light up to display the battery status; the indicator will stay on for 3 seconds before it goes off.
- Green light on: saturated, 100% - 85%.
- Green light flashes: sufficient, 85% - 50%.
- Red light on: poor, 50% - 25%.
- Red light flashes: critical, 25% - 1%.
Note: this feature only works with the Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 battery and the Fenix ARB-L21-4000P battery.
Intelligent Overheat Protection
The lamp will accumulate a lot of heat when used at relatively high output levels for extended periods. When the lamp reaches a temperature of 60°C or above, it will automatically step down a few lumens to reduce the temperature. When the temperature drops below 60°C, it will then allow the user to select these modes again.
Low-Voltage Warning
When the voltage level drops below the preset level, the lamp is programmed to downshift to a lower brightness level until Low output is reached. When this brightness level is reached (Low output), the battery level indicator blinks to remind you to recharge or replace the battery.
Note: this feature only works with the Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 battery and the Fenix ARB-L21-4000P battery.
Usage and Maintenance
- Disassembling the sealed head can cause damage to the light and will void the warranty.
- Fully charge the light in time to ensure normal use next time.
- Fenix recommends using an excellent quality battery.
- If the light will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery, or the light could be damaged by electrolyte leakage or battery explosion.
- Unscrew the tail cap half a turn or take out the battery to prevent accidental activation during storage or transportation.
- Long-term use can result in O-ring wear. To maintain a proper water seal, replace the ring with an approved spare.
- Periodic cleaning of the battery contacts improves the lamp's performance, as dirty contacts may cause flickering, intermittent shining, or failure to illuminate: check for a poor battery level (replace or recharge, ensuring correct polarity), or for dirty threads/PCB board/other contacts (clean with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol).
- If the above methods don't work, please contact your authorized distributor.
What's Included
Fenix PD40R V3.0 flashlight, ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 rechargeable battery, USB Type-C charging cable, Lanyard, Holster, Spare O-ring, User manual, Warranty card.
