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KNIGHT SERIES
Effective September 2020
This guide supersedes all previous versions
MODEL COVERED:
3842 Redman Drive
1-800-797-7974
KL475A
Fort Collins, CO 80524
www.CommandLight.com

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  • Page 1 KNIGHT SERIES Effective September 2020 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED: 3842 Redman Drive 1-800-797-7974 KL475A 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.
  • Page 3 USER GUIDE...
  • 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 ..............................5 Warranty/Service ..........................6 Breakage or Damage During Shipment ....................7 Product Safety Precautions ........................8 General Description and Specifications ....................
  • Page 5: Warranty

    COMMAND LIGHT at the above address indicating the model number, serial number and type of defect. No parts or equipment will be received by COMMAND LIGHT for repair or replacement under this warranty without specific written authority from it in advance.
  • Page 6: Warranty/Service

    KNIGHT Warranty/Service COMMAND LIGHT products* come with a industry leading 5 year warranty against any defects in materials and workmanship when used and operated for a period of five years. If during this time period, you have any malfunctions not related to misuse, accident, neglect, or normal wear and tear, please take the following steps in order to have your light tower serviced under COMMAND LIGHT’s warranty.
  • Page 7: Breakage Or Damage During Shipment

    USER GUIDE Breakage or Damage During Shipment The transportation company is fully responsible for all shipping damage and will resolve problems promptly if you handle it correctly. Please read these instructions carefully. Examine the contents of all shipping cases. If you find any damage, call your transportation agent at once and have them make a description on the freight or express bill describing the damage and the number of pieces.
  • Page 8: 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 9: General Description And Specifications

    USER GUIDE 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 #...
  • Page 10: Operation

    KNIGHT 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 11: Returning The Light To The Nested Position

    USER GUIDE Returning the light to the nested position The KNIGHT is equipped with an Autopark function as a standard feature. The green button on the control box initiates the Autopark sequence. Once initiated, the “Emergency Stop” red button indicator is illuminated.
  • Page 12: 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 13: Location Requirements

    USER GUIDE Location Requirements The standard KNIGHT Models 415A can be mounted on any location that is 47” x 23”. The surface should be flat or have only a slight crown. For a recessed installation allow for a minimum of 58” x 29”.
  • Page 14: Mounting

    KNIGHT 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 15: Electrical Wiring

    USER GUIDE 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 16: Warning Device Installation

    KNIGHT 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. 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: Power Failure

    USER GUIDE 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 20: Without Tools

    KNIGHT 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 21: Troubleshooting

    USER GUIDE 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”...
  • Page 22 KNIGHT...
  • Page 23: Technical Specifications - Standard Dc Models (415D)

    USER GUIDE Technical Specifications – Standard AC Models (415A) Dimensions (with strobe and ½” mounting spacers) – May vary by model: Height(Depth) Length Width Retracted 13” 47” 25” Extended 88” 52” 24” Recessed installation 13” 58” 32” Minimum Weight: 165 pounds Wiring: Main Power VAC 10/4 SO cord...
  • Page 24: Specifications

    KNIGHT...
  • Page 25: Parts Lists - Exploded Views

    USER GUIDE Parts List - (Base)
  • Page 26: Exploded View (Base)

    KNIGHT Exploded View - (Base)
  • Page 27 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Mid-Plate)
  • Page 28: Exploded View (Midplate)

    KNIGHT Exploded View - (Mid-Plate)
  • Page 29 USER GUIDE Parts List - (Lamp Tree)
  • Page 30: Exploded View (Lamp Tree)

    KNIGHT Exploded View - (Lamp Tree)
  • Page 31 KNIGHT Parts List - (Backlight)
  • Page 32 USER GUIDE Exploded View - (Backlight)
  • Page 33: Relay Box

    USER GUIDE Parts List - (Relay Box)
  • Page 34 KNIGHT Exploded View - (Relay Box)
  • Page 35: Relay Box

    USER GUIDE...
  • Page 36: Wiring Schematics

    KNIGHT Wiring Schematics...
  • Page 37: Holster Box

    USER GUIDE Holster Box...
  • Page 38: Dual Controls (Vmux/Wireless Systems)

    KNIGHT Holster Box...
  • Page 39: Midplate (Backlight)

    USER GUIDE...
  • Page 40: Midplate (Strobe)

    USER GUIDE...
  • Page 41: Lamp Tree

    KNIGHT...

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