Fenix PD35R Reference Manual and SpecificationsUpdated 5 hours ago

Compact Rechargeable Tactical Flashlight | 1700 Lumens Maximum Output | 353 Meters Max Beam Distance

Condensed from the manufacturer's official manual for the Fenix PD35R. A downloadable PDF reference manual is also available on this product's page for complete details.

Safe Use Warnings

Keep this light out of the reach of children.
Do NOT shine the light directly into the eyes of anyone.
Do NOT shine the light at flammable objects at close range, to avoid burning objects or causing danger due to high temperature.
Do NOT use the light in inappropriate ways, such as biting it in the mouth, to avoid personal injury or life-threatening risk if the light or internal battery fails.
This light will accumulate a lot of heat while working, resulting in a high temperature of the flashlight shell. Pay attention to safe use to avoid scalding.
Turn off and lock the light, or remove the battery, to prevent accidental activation when the light is placed in a closed, flammable environment such as a pocket or backpack.
The LED of this flashlight is not replaceable; the whole light should be replaced when the LED reaches the end of its life.

Fenix PD35R Flashlight

1700 lumens maximum output; 353 meters maximum beam distance.
Uses a Luminus SFT40 LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours.
Includes a 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery, compatible with 2x CR123A batteries.
Instant activation and instant strobe with dual tail switches.
USB Type-C charging port with inner waterproofing treatment.
Boot-up battery level indication and low-voltage warning.
Includes a premium pocket clip and lanyard for convenient use.
Made of durable A6061-T6 aluminum with a premium type HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish.
Size: 5.35'' x 1.00'' x 0.91'' / 136 x 25.4 x 23.2mm.
Weight: 4.94 oz / 140 g (including battery).

Technical Parameters (ANSI/PLATO FL1)

Turbo: Output 1700 lumens, Runtime 2 h 15 min*, Distance 353 m, Intensity 31,200 cd
High: Output 1000 lumens, Runtime 2 h 55 min, Distance 278 m, Intensity 19,300 cd
Med: Output 350 lumens, Runtime 4 h 45 min, Distance 163 m, Intensity 6,680 cd
Low: Output 50 lumens, Runtime 38 hours, Distance 60 m, Intensity 930 cd
Eco: Output 10 lumens, Runtime 100 hours, Distance 26 m, Intensity 170 cd
Strobe: Output 1700 lumens

Impact Resistance: 1 meter | Waterproof Rating: IP68

*The Turbo output is measured in a total of runtime including output at reduced levels due to temperature or protection mechanism in the design. Specs measured by Fenix using an ARB-L18-3400 battery at 21±3°C / 50–80% humidity; real-world performance varies.

Note: Turbo mode cannot be selected, and Strobe brightness is limited to 1000 lumens, when CR123A batteries are used.

Operating Instructions

Switches: the main switch is for on/off and instant activation; the auxiliary switch is for output selection and instant strobe.

On/Off: tap the main switch to silently and momentarily turn on the light (release and it goes out), or fully press to turn it on constantly (press again to turn off).

Output Selection: with the light on, single-click the auxiliary switch to cycle Turbo → Eco → Low → Med → High.

Strobe: with the light on, press and hold the auxiliary switch for 0.5 seconds to enter Strobe; click the auxiliary switch again to return to the general mode. With the light off, press the auxiliary switch to enter Strobe; release and the light will go out.

Intelligent Memory Circuit: the light memorizes the last selected output (excluding Strobe) and recalls it the next time it's turned on.

Battery Specifications

Fenix ARB-L18 Series (18650, 3.6V): Recommended
Non-rechargeable Lithium (CR123A, 3V): Usable (no charging)
Rechargeable Li-ion (18650, 3.6V, non-Fenix): Caution
Rechargeable Li-ion (16340, 3.6V): Banned
Rechargeable LiFePO4 (18650, 3.2V): Banned

16340/18650 Li-ion batteries are powerful cells designed for commercial applications and must be treated with caution and handled with care. Only quality batteries with circuit protection will reduce the potential for combustion or explosion; cell damage or short-circuiting are potential risks the user assumes.

Battery Replacement: unscrew the light tail and insert the battery with the anode side (+) towards the light head, then screw the light tail back on.

Charging

First switch off the light and plug the USB A socket of the charging cable into an electrical 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 green when fully charged.
Once charging is completed, be sure to close the anti-dust cover to maintain the dustproof and waterproof ability.

Note: the normal charging time of the included ARB-L18-3400 rechargeable battery is approximately 3 hours from depletion to full charge. Recharge a stored light every four months to maintain optimum battery performance. The light is unavailable while charging — if it is turned on when the charging cable is connected, it will turn off immediately, and will automatically recall the memorized lighting mode once the cable is removed. To avoid this, turn the light off before charging.

Battery Level Indication

Each time the light is turned on, the indicator will indicate the battery level and will last for 3 seconds.

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 only works with a Fenix ARB-L18 series rechargeable battery.

Intelligent Overheat Protection

The light will accumulate a lot of heat when used on High or Turbo modes for extended periods. When the light 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 reselect High or Turbo modes.

Low-Voltage Warning

When the voltage level drops below the preset level, the flashlight is programmed to downshift to a lower brightness level until Eco output is reached. When this happens in Eco output mode, the light blinks 3 times every 5 minutes to remind you to recharge or replace the battery in a timely manner.

Note: This only works with a Fenix ARB-L18 series rechargeable battery.

Usage and Maintenance

Disassembling the sealed head can cause damage to the light and will void the warranty.
Fenix recommends using only a high-quality protected battery.
If the light will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery for proper storage.
Unscrew the tail cap or remove 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 light's performance, as dirty contacts may cause flickering, intermittent shining, or failure to illuminate. Poor battery level: recharge or replace the battery. Dirty contacts: clean with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol. If these methods don't work, contact your authorized distributor.

Included

Fenix PD35R flashlight, ARB-L18-3400 battery, USB Type-C charging cable, holster, lanyard, spare O-ring, user manual, warranty card.

FENIX LIGHT STORE LLC
Original US Retailer of Fenix Light Products (since 2006)
Web: www.fenix-store.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-449-3301

This reference manual is provided by Fenix Store for customer convenience and is based on the manufacturer's (Fenixlight Limited) official product documentation.

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