Product Guides
Manuals, setup & care
Find the guide for equipment you already own. Choose the product family and match the model or edition before following the instructions.
Some PDFs cover earlier product editions, and their runtime, charging times, or other specifications can differ from current listings. The 8-pack flare PDF is awaiting an update for the redesigned kit. If the guide does not match your equipment or supplied charger, contact us with your model or order number before proceeding.
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Auto-Sync Flare System
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8-pack flare guide — existing edition (PDF)
Reference for the earlier edition; an updated guide for the redesigned 8-pack is pending.
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10-pack flare guide (PDF)
Setup, controls, case charging, and care for the 10-pack system.
UFO safety lights
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Amber non-sync UFO guide (PDF)
For individually operated amber UFO lights. This is not the synchronized amber kit manual.
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Multicolor Auto-Sync UFO guide (PDF)
Color selection, synchronized operation, controls, and charging. Check the charging equipment supplied with your pack.
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Amber Auto-Sync UFO guide — 8-lamp edition (PDF)
Case-based amber system. The PDF shows an 8-lamp kit and older specifications; other pack sizes have different charging equipment.
Portable Arrow Safety Light
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Portable Arrow Safety Light 6-Pack user manual (PDF)
Charging case, six independently operated arrows, mounting options, controls, and safety instructions.
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Portable arrow light guide — HL76901A edition (PDF)
Mounting, USB charging, and button operation. The PDF includes earlier model specifications; check your selected product for current details.
The 6-pack includes a shared charging case. Use the 6-pack manual above for case-specific instructions.
Signal Baton
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Multifunction Signal Baton guide — 7503B (PDF)
Main-light controls, separate top flashlight, charging, and care. The illustrated mode list covers the red/blue edition; match your own version.
O.W.L. & O.W.L. Ultra instructions
These lights use replaceable CR2032 batteries and are not USB rechargeable. Use the on-page instructions below.
First use and attachment
- Remove the light carefully from its packaging. Avoid sharp tools near the silicone cord or housing.
- Gently pull back the rubber sleeve to access and remove the battery safety tab.
- Return the light to its protective sleeve.
- Loop the silicone cord around a suitable attachment point on your gear, backpack, or vest. Check that it is secure before use.
Button controls
Press the silicone button to cycle through the settings:
- Steady illumination.
- Fast strobe.
- Slow flash.
- Off.
Battery replacement, cleaning, and storage
Replace the CR2032 batteries as needed and securely close the battery compartment. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
Wipe the light and cord with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid submerging the light. Store in a cool, dry location away from extreme heat, fire, and prolonged direct sunlight.
Battery safety & legal notices
Avoid staring directly into an activated light. Flashing modes may affect people with sensitivities to flashing lights.
- ⚠️ Safety & Legal Notices
- 🔋 Button Cell Battery Warning
- WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- This product contains button cell batteries. Swallowing may lead to serious injury or death in as little as 2 hours due to internal chemical burns and potential perforation of the esophagus.
- If you suspect a battery has been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
- Keep batteries and battery-powered devices away from young children.
- Do not allow children to change or handle batteries.
- Dispose of used batteries properly and according to local regulations.
- For more information, visit: www.poison.org/battery
- ⚠️ California Proposition 65 Warning
- WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
- This warning is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. Learn more at: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Guides for bundles and multipacks
Open the instructions for each component in your kit:
- LaneFlow Kit: portable arrow guide plus the amber Auto-Sync UFO guide or multicolor UFO guide, matching your selected version.
- Roadside Quick Deploy Kits: portable arrow guide and OWL instructions.
- UFO 3-pack: choose the amber non-sync guide or multicolor Auto-Sync guide. The tool bag does not charge the lights; charge each UFO individually.
- OWL multipacks: use the OWL instructions.
Older equipment
Discontinued 6-pack flare system
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Legacy 6-pack flare guide (PDF)
For existing owners of the discontinued six-light flare system; not a current 8- or 10-pack kit.
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