Warnings And Cautions; Exceptional Safety Information For The Vl3500 Luminaires - Philips VL3500 WASH Service Manual

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Warnings and Cautions

Exceptional Safety Information for the VL3500
Luminaires
The light intensity and power density of the VL3500™ Wash and VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires
exceeds other fixtures typically used in this application. The warnings and cautions that follow are
critically important to the safe operation of these luminaires. These products are for commercial use
only. If you have any questions about the safe installation and operation of theVL3500™ Wash and
VL3500™ Wash FX Luminaires, 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 orVL3500™ Wash FX
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
Refer to the latest version of Vari-Lite Technical Notice TN-248 for approved lamp type(s). this
technical notice is found on the vari-Lite web site at
of any lamp other than those specified or approved by Vari-Lite can result in premature wear or
malfunction of the luminaire and may void the luminaire warranty.
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