Warnings And Cautions; Exceptional Safety Information For The Vl3500 Wash - Philips Vari-lite VL3500 Wash User Manual

Warnings and Cautions

Exceptional Safety Information for the VL3500 Wash

The light intensity and power density of the VL3500™ Wash Luminaire exceeds that of other fixtures
typically used in this application. The warnings and cautions that follow are critically important to the
safe operation of the VL3500™ Wash. This product is for commercial use only. If you have any
questions about the safe installation and operation of the VL3500™ Wash Luminaire, please contact
Vari-Lite customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE
(1-877-827-4548), +1-214-647-7880, or customerservice@genlytecontrols.com.
WARNING: Light Beam Projects Intense Heat
Do not illuminate objects within 3.5 m (11.5 feet) of the VL3500™ Wash Luminaire. Objects within
this range can scorch, melt, or ignite from the heat projected by the light beam.
WARNING: High Intensity Light Output
Do not look directly into the light beam. Avoid looking at nearby surfaces illuminated by the beam. It
is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield. Shields, lenses, or ultraviolet screens must be
changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired.
For example, by cracks, deep scratches, or coating breakdown.
WARNING: Hot Exterior Surfaces
The exterior surfaces of the luminaire can get very hot - up to 170ºC (338ºF). Do not touch any surface
of the luminaire while it is operating. Keep all combustible materials a minimum of 200 mm (8 inches)
away from the luminaire. To maintain cooling fan operation after the lamp is doused, keep the
luminaire powered on for 5 minutes. Wait an additional 5 minutes before touching the luminaire.
CAUTION: Operating Environment
Do not operate the luminaire when the ambient temperature exceeds 40ºC (104ºF). Do not attempt to
bypass thermostatic switches.
WARNING: Approved Lamp Type
Use only approved lamp types in VL3500™ Wash Luminaire. The following lamps are approved for
use: Osram SharXS
Gold™ SA/DE Lamp, or GE CSR 1500/S/DE/60 96800 Lamp. Installing any other lamp types can be
hazardous. Dispose of used lamps properly. Users can check the latest version of Vari-Lite Technical
Notice TN-248, on the Vari-Lite web site, for all approved lamps.
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