General Safety Instructions - Profoto B10 User Manual

General safety instructions

Safety Precautions!
Do not operate the equipment before studying the instruction manual carefully. Make sure that Profoto
Safety Instructions is always accompanied the equipment! Profoto products are intended for indoor
conditions use! Do not place or use the equipment where it can be exposed to moisture, extreme
electromagnetic fields, or in areas with flammable gases or dust! Do not expose the equipment to dripping
or splashing. Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the equipment. Do
not expose the equipment to hasty temperature changes in humid conditions as this could lead to
condensation water in the unit. Do not connect this equipment to flash equipment from other brands. The
front lens shall be changed if it has become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is
impaired, for example by cracks or deep scratches. Equipment must only be serviced, modified or repaired
by authorized and competent service personnel! Warning - The terminals marked with the flash symbol are
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hazardous live. The charger mains cable and plug serve as the disconnect device from mains power. Always
disconnect the charger from the mains outlet by pulling the plug, not the cable. The socket outlet should be
in close proximity to the equipment and should be easily accessible.
WARNING – Electrical Shock Hazard – High Voltage!
Do not open or disassemble flashes, generators or lamp heads! Equipment operates with high voltage.
Generator capacitors are electrically charged for a considerable length of time after being turned off.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct
sunlight, fire, or the like.
Caution – Burn Hazard – Hot Parts!
If front lens cracks, it must be replaced before re-use of the equipment. Do not touch front lens during
operation, it may reach a high temperature.
Note about RF!
This equipment makes use of the radio spectrum and emits radio frequency energy. Make sure the
device is operated according to local regulations. The frequency spectrum this device is using is
shared with other users. Interference cannot be ruled out. Due to varying regulations and limits on
radio transmissions, Profoto B10 has a power output setting. Some countries do not allow the use of
the full power mode, please refer to your country specific section in the user guide to see the maximum
allowed power setting allowed by national regulations. Please note that reducing the power output will
affect the range of the device.
Final Disposal
When the product reaches end of service, do not dispose of it with your other household waste.
Equipment contains battery, electrical and electronic components that could be harmful to the
environment. Equipment may be returned to Profoto distributors free of charge for recycling. Follow
local legislation for disposal of batteries, electrical and electronic components, respectively.
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