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- Page 1 KNIGHT SERIES KNIGHT SERIES Effective August 2021 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED: 3842 Redman Drive 1-800-797-7974 KL450A Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.CommandLight.com...
- Page 2 KNIGHT THANK YOU Please allow us to express a simple thank you for investing in a COMMAND LIGHT product. As a company, we are dedicated to producing the very best and most versatile flood lighting package available. We take great pride in the quality of our work and hope that you will find many years of satisfaction from the use of this equipment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
KNIGHT Please take the time to read this manual before installing or operating the COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT Save this guide for future reference. Contents Warranty ..............................4 Warranty/Service ..........................4 Breakage or Damage During Shipment ....................5 Product Safety Precautions ........................6 General Description and Specifications .................... -
Page 5: Warranty
Hourly rates for service are to be determined at the time of authorization by COMMAND LIGHT, travel time is paid at a maximum of 50% of the authorized service rate. -
Page 6: Breakage Or Damage During Shipment
Any unauthorized service voids this warranty. No work is authorized until written consent is provided by COMMAND LIGHT. Contact Us Early — before any work is done — We’d love to help! *Excludes light producing components (bulbs, lasers, LEDs) These components may come with their own manufacturer warranty. -
Page 7: Product Safety Precautions
[ Do not use a COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT that has been damaged or is not fully functional, including non-working indicator lamps. [ Never hold any part of the COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT with a hand or foot while it is in motion. -
Page 8: General Description And Specifications
KNIGHT General Description and Specifications The KNIGHT is designed to provide high intensity emergency scene lighting with quick precision. As with any electromechanical device, take precautionary steps to ensure safe operation. Never operate the KNIGHT near overhead power lines. There are several standard lighting options available for the KNIGHT Model # Description... -
Page 9: Operation
USER GUIDE Operation Raising the light from the nested position Using the control box, raise the lower or upper stage. You may also activate both stages simultaneously. Control switches are of momentary action style and must be held in the “on” position to actuate the stages. -
Page 10: Returning The Light To The Nested Position
KNIGHT Returning the light to the nested position The KNIGHT is equipped with an Autopark function as a standard feature. The “P” button on the control box initiates the Autopark sequence. Once initiated, the “Emergency Stop” button indicator is illuminated. Pressing the “Emergency Stop” button will cancel the Autopark sequence. -
Page 11: Installation
" drill bits Hole punch for metal with " and " diameter capacity Phillips head screwdriver, #2 Command Light flat blade screwdriver (included with light) " and " combination wrenches and/or ratchet and " and " sockets 8" adjustable wrench... -
Page 12: Location Requirements
KNIGHT Location Requirements The standard KNIGHT KL450 model can be mounted on any location that is 47" x 25", additionally allow for a minimum of 3" of space around the perimeter of the nested tower. The surface should be flat or have only a slight crown. For a recessed installation, allow for a minimum of 3" of space around the perimeter of the tower taking into consideration the dimensions of the tower both fully nested and fully elevated. -
Page 13: Mounting
USER GUIDE Mounting Place the provided spacers in the location of the light mounting holes. The spacers may be modified to conform to the contour of the mounting location. Remove any obstructions below the mounting surface such as headliners. Attach any necessary lifting attachments to the KNIGHT . -
Page 14: Electrical Wiring
KNIGHT Electrical Wiring Please Note: Detailed internal wiring schematics are located at the back of this user guide. Run the control wire from the control box holster to the KNIGHT Run the power wire from the breaker box or generator to the KNIGHT . -
Page 15: Warning Device Installation
USER GUIDE Warning Device Installation Tools Required: • " Flathead Screwdriver • Wire Strippers • Small Torch or Lighter Wire the gray 22-20 control cable wires to the small connectors using the wiring schematics provided on pages 36 and 37. There are 2 different schematics, one is the standard version and the other is the version for dual control with wireless controllers or V-Mux control. -
Page 16: Maintenance
14. If it is still hitting off center, repeat previous steps. 15. If problems adjusting center still persist you may need to adjust the center switch bracket, or call Command Light at 1-800-797-7974 for further assistance. -
Page 17: Rotation Belt Adjustment
Having the lamp tree at either extreme of fully up or down, will affect the degree of centering. Setting center while the lamp tree at a 45 degree angle produces the best results. If problems persist, please call Command Light at 1-800-797-7974. Rotation Belt Adjustment / Tightening WATCH THE VIDEO AT WWW.COMMANDLIGHT.COM/TECHNICAL-VIDEOS/... -
Page 18: Power Failure
KNIGHT Power Failure The KNIGHT can be retracted manually if power to the unit is lost. If power loss is temporary, reestablishing power may be easier than manually retracting the light. Note: Disconnect power source from the KNIGHT before manual operation. WATCH THE VIDEO AT WWW.COMMANDLIGHT.COM/TECHNICAL-VIDEOS/ Retract the Upper stage Locate the black, plastic literature canister mounted... -
Page 19: Without Tools
USER GUIDE IN THE EVENT THAT ALLEN WRENCHES FOR LOWERING THE TOWER CANNOT BE FOUND THE TOWER MUST BE LOWERED BY REMOVING THE ACTUATOR MOUNT PINS: Rotate to center without the lowering tools Slowly apply pressure to the rotation platform to manually rotate to the centered position. Trying to rotate the platform too quickly or with too much pressure can break the rotation motor shaft or cause the toothed drive belt to shear a tooth. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
KNIGHT Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Unit will not extend No power to the unit Check power input connections. Refer to installation instructions. Incorrect installation Upper stage will not rotate Lower stage not raised above Raise lower stage higher. safety limit (16" above base) Rotation motor failure. -
Page 21: Error Codes On Holster Circuit Board
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Page 22: Technical Specifications - Standard Ac Models (450A)
KNIGHT Technical Specifications – Standard AC Models (450A) Dimensions (with strobe and ½" mounting spacers) – May vary by model: Height(Depth) Length Width Retracted 12" 47" 23" Extended 88" 52" 23" Recessed installation 13" 58" 32" Minimum Weight: 165 pounds Wiring: Main Power VAC 10/4 SO cord... -
Page 23: Specifications
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Page 24: Parts Lists - Exploded Views
KNIGHT EXPLODED VIEWS AND WIRING SCHEMATICS... - Page 25 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Base)
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Page 26: Exploded View (Base)
KNIGHT Exploded View - (Base) - Page 27 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Mid-Plate)
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Page 28: Exploded View (Midplate)
KNIGHT Exploded View - (Mid-Plate) - Page 29 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Lamp Tree)
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Page 30: Exploded View (Lamp Tree)
KNIGHT Exploded View - (Lamp Tree) - Page 31 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Backlight)
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Page 32: Exploded View (Backlight)
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Page 33: Relay Box
USER GUIDE Parts List - (Relay Box) - Page 34 KNIGHT Exploded View - (Relay Box)
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Page 36: Wiring Schematics
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Page 37: Holster Box
USER GUIDE Holster Box... - Page 38 KNIGHT Holster Box...
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Page 39: Ops Wireless Controller (Vmux/Wireless Systems)
USER GUIDE STANDARD STATION A TO CONTROLLER CHASSIS GROUND 12V IGNITION LIGHT TOWER STATION B TO VMUX WIRELESS CONTROL SPLITTER BOARD... -
Page 40: Lamp Tree
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