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Fenix WF11E Reference ManualUpdated an hour ago

The Fenix WF11E is an intrinsically safe flashlight with a magnetic tail and body clip, emitting a max output of 200 lumens. It has passed the necessary tests and is certified by IECEx, ATEX, and SGS, so it can be safely used in explosive gas atmospheres (Zone 0, Zone 1, and Zone 2, gas groups IIA/IIB/IIC) and combustible dust atmospheres (Zone 20, Zone 21, and Zone 22) — including petroleum, chemical, and textile industries, firefighting, metallurgical areas, electric power stations, and paper-producing plants. This summary is drawn from the manufacturer's official user manual — see the downloadable PDF reference manual on the product page for complete details.

Product Features

  • Intrinsically safe flashlight for use in hazardous areas.
  • Cree XP-G2 neutral white LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours.
  • Powered by three AA alkaline batteries (see the approved battery list below).
  • Three output levels, max 200 lumens.
  • Made of explosion-proof and antistatic plastics.
  • Magnetic light tail and body clip.
  • Physical reverse-polarity protection, to protect against improper battery insertion.
  • Weight: 5.64 oz / 160 g (excluding batteries).
  • Size: 6.59" Length x 0.94" Width x 1.93" Height / 167.5 x 24 x 49 mm.

Technical Parameters (ANSI/PLATO FL1)

  • High: 200 lumens, 10 hours, 185 meters, 8,512 candelas
  • Med: 100 lumens, 29.5 hours, 141 meters, 4,972 candelas
  • Low: 30 lumens, 70 hours, 81 meters, 1,652 candelas
  • Impact Resistance: 1 meter
  • Waterproof: IP66 / IP67

Test condition: three Energizer E91 AA alkaline batteries, temperature 21±3°C, humidity 50%-80%.

Safety Certification

The WF11E is certified intrinsically safe by IECEx (certificate IECEx TUR 18.0041X), ATEX (TÜV 18 ATEX 8251 X), the China PCEC (CE19.2314X), and SGS (SGSNA/21/SUW/00098X), with the following markings:

  • Ex ia IIC T4 Ga
  • Ex ia IIIC T130°C Da IP66/IP67
  • II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga
  • II 1D Ex ia IIIC T130°C Da IP66/IP67
  • Class I, Division 1, Groups A B C D, T4
  • Class II, Division 1, Groups E F G, T4
  • Class III
  • Class I, Zone 0 A/Ex ia IIC T4 Ga
  • Zone 20 A/Ex ia IIIC T130°C Da
  • Ex iaD 20 T130°C

Special Condition of Use

  • Do not open the enclosure or replace the batteries when an explosive atmosphere may be present.
  • Only the following batteries may be used in the WF11E: Energizer E91 AA Alkaline, Duracell MN1500 AA Alkaline, or Rayovac 815 AA Alkaline.

Operating Instructions

On/Off: Press and hold the switch for 0.5 seconds to turn the light on or off.

Output Selection: With the light turned on, single click the switch to cycle through Low → Med → High.

Battery Replacement

Unscrew the light head and remove the battery holder. Replace the battery, ensuring it is inserted according to the polarity marks. Insert the battery holder back into the light body, then tighten the light head.

Battery Specifications

  • Energizer E91: AA, 1.5V
  • Duracell MN1500: AA, 1.5V
  • Rayovac 815: AA, 1.5V

Warnings

  • Do not disassemble the light or replace the battery in potentially explosive atmospheres.
  • For your safety, only use the batteries listed above.
  • Do not mix batteries of different types and capacities — doing so may cause danger or damage the flashlight.
  • The flashlight is a high-intensity lighting device capable of causing eye damage to the user or others. Avoid shining the flashlight directly into anyone's eyes.
  • Do not use the flashlight in explosive atmospheres if it is missing parts or its shell is obviously broken.

Usage and Maintenance

  • Use only the three recommended types of batteries.
  • If the light will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery, or the light could be damaged by electrolyte leakage.
  • Long-term use can result in O-ring wear; to maintain a proper water seal, replace the O-ring with an approved spare.

What's Included

  • Fenix WF11E flashlight
  • 3 x AA Alkaline batteries (Energizer E91)
  • Spare O-ring
  • Lanyard
  • User manual
  • Warranty card
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