Safety & Legal Disclosure

Intended Use

This fishing buoy is designed for recreational and commercial fishing applications and includes an integrated light powered by a rechargeable battery.

  • Not for Navigation: This product is not certified for use as a navigation aid, emergency beacon, or life-saving device.

  • User Responsibility: Users must comply with all local fishing, boating, and environmental regulations when using this product.

Safety Warnings

  • Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or modify the buoy, charger, converter, or battery.

  • Charge only with the supplied charger in a dry environment. Misuse may result in fire, explosion, or injury.

  • Keep away from heat, fire, sparks, or open flames.

  • While designed to float, the buoy is not intended for prolonged submersion.

  • The buoy is not a safety flotation device.

  • The rechargeable battery, when removed from the buoy, must never be exposed to water. Doing so may cause damage, leakage, or risk of fire.

  • This product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.

  • Do not expose the converter to moisture, rain, or snow.

  • Do not operate the product if there is visible damage to the cord or casing.

  • Do not use the converter, battery, or charger for unintended purposes.

  • Do not smoke near the product.

  • Ensure adequate ventilation during charging. Do not cover the charger or converter.

  • Always connect the charger to a properly grounded outlet and operate only in dry conditions.

  • Wear protective goggles and gloves when handling batteries or chargers.

  • Do not operate the charger near flammable materials or gases.

  • Verify correct polarity (+ to +, – to –) before connecting.

  • Use only batteries of the recommended type and chemistry (e.g., LiFePO₄). Do not attempt to charge incompatible batteries.

  • Do not place metal tools or conductive objects near the battery or charger that may cause a short circuit.

  • Avoid charging near open flames, ignition sources, rain, mist, or wet conditions.

  • Do not store or use the battery in high-temperature environments such as direct sunlight or inside hot vehicles.

Battery Handling & Storage

  • Use only the battery provided or recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Do not puncture, crush, short-circuit, incinerate, solder, or pierce the battery.

  • Do not tape, throw, or step on the battery.

  • If the battery emits abnormal odor, heat, discoloration, swelling, or leakage, discontinue use immediately.

  • For long-term storage, maintain battery charge at 50–60% and recharge every three (3) months to prevent over-discharge.

  • Keep batteries away from static electricity and strong magnetic fields.

  • Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local recycling and environmental regulations.

  • Do not use or store batteries near heat sources such as fires or heaters.

Converter & Dock Kit Safety

  • Do not disassemble the converter or attempt repairs. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.

  • Unplug the converter before cleaning or performing maintenance.

  • Do not overload the converter beyond its rated capacity.

  • Do not block the converter’s fan exhaust or ventilation openings.

  • The converter is not intended for charging batteries.

  • For Dock Kit installations: Installation must be performed using a breaker or ground fault interrupter (GFI). Improper installation may result in fire, explosion, or injury.

Marine Use

  • Rinse with fresh water after saltwater use to reduce corrosion.

  • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat when not in use.

Compliance & Warranty

  • This product complies with applicable CE, FCC, and RoHS regulations.

  • Unauthorized modifications may void regulatory compliance and warranty coverage.

  • The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.

  • The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper charging, water ingress, corrosion, or unauthorized modifications.

  • The manufacturer shall not be liable for injuries, damages, or losses resulting from improper use of the product.

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including lead and other substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Disposal

At the end of its service life, this product and its battery must not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle responsibly in accordance with local environmental regulations.