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2 - Safety Precautions The following instructions must be adhered to, in order to ensure a safe working environment and the safety of the user. Note: When unpacking or manoeuvring the searchlight into its fixing position, the lifting handles must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury. ...
3 - Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification. The FX380 1000 watt searchlight has the following features: All marine grade materials and fixings; Electronic power supply unit; Parabolic glass reflector; ...
4 - Unpacking and Installation Instructions The following instructions should be read and fully understood prior to installing the equipment to ensure that the correct procedures are followed, and all safety precautions are observed. Note: If the equipment has been in storage for a considerable amount of time, it is advisable to conduct a routine maintenance check on all parts before installation.
5 - Electrical Installation For safety purposes, only competent personnel should perform the electrical installation. All equipment should be installed to current Electrical Regulations and Standards. In order to obtain the maximum light output from the searchlight, it is essential that the full operating voltage of the lamp fitted be applied to the lampholder contacts.
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Installation Guidelines A typical installation and connection routine for the searchlights is as follows: Referring to wiring diagram X4737, a 240v or 115v AC supply should be connected to the Power Supply Unit as shown, which then provides a common feed to all other functions and equipment.
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Upon striking, the running wattage of the lamp can be calculated by using the equation: P = VI Where P= Power (watts) V= Voltage (V) I = Current (Amps) Instruments required: D.C. Ammeter & Multi meter Procedure 1) With the multi meter, test the DC voltage in the searchlight head. This should be approximately 19 volts.
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Fitting instructions for the 1Kw xenon lamp Referring to the diagram overleaf: Unfasten eight latches (A) on the front and rear of the searchlight; Remove the front bezel (B) and rear bezel (C) assemblies; Unscrew the two M6 hexagon screws (D) from the front lampholder mounting block (E) and remove the front lampholder assembly from the mounting bracket;...
6 – Operating Instructions This equipment is designed for use out of doors, in free air. Never place anything on or cover the searchlight when in use as this may present a hazard. The PSU should be housed below deck. The searchlight can be positioned using the elevation and base lock wheels.
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Setting to Work Safe service in use necessitates the strict observance of the following precautions. Any article fabricated from quartz or glass is inherently fragile and care should therefore be taken, at all times, when handling lamps; Eye protection must be worn when handling lamps that have been removed from their packaging materials.
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Notes: 1) XBO lamps are designed for dc operation only. The dc current may only be varied within the limits of the current control range. An XBO lamp operates best at rated current; over the life of the lamp, the current may be increased to its maximum value to compensate for loss of light.
7- Fault Finding All fault finding must be conducted by a competent person or qualified Electrical Engineer. Please refer to the following table for the trouble-shooting of Xenon lamps. Fault Cause Remedy Wrong Polarity Lamp incorrectly fitted Anode (large electrode) ...
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Failure of Lamp to Ignite In the event of the xenon lamp failing to light the following steps should be taken: 1) Check that the mains supply is connected to the input of the PSU. On operating the switch, if the lamp does not light switch off mains supply and check all fuses; 2) If the lamp still does not ignite, check the searchlight head.
8 - Maintenance and Servicing In order to prolong the service life and performance of your searchlight, the following maintenance guidelines are recommended: Maintenance checks should be conducted before every voyage or at least every three months; Before checking, disconnect the equipment from the supply; ...
Cathode (-ve) adaptor In order to prolong the life and performance of your product, we recommend that you only specify Francis Searchlights spare parts. This will ensure that any warranties on your equipment will not be invalidated. When ordering spare parts please contact the Sales Department at Francis Searchlights Limited.
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