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Changing the Flash Tube
Changing the Modelling Lamp
Ensure that the unit is switched off and disconnected from the
Switch off the Gemini and disconnect from the power supply.
AC supply and then wait thirty minutes before touching or
If the unit has been in use, allow a sufficient amount of time
removing the flash tube.
for the lamp to cool.
Unscrew the modelling lamp from the lamp housing and
Remove the protective cap and unwind the twisted trigger
replace wit hthe correct lamp type.
wire from the flash tube support.
When changing the modelling lamp on a Gemini 1000Pro or
Gently pull the flash tube assembly out of the unit.
1500Pro, first remove the protective glass cover over the flash
tube (ensure the glass has cooled sufficiently before touching
To replace the assembly, hold the flash tube as shown and
if the unit has been in use), then replace the modelling lamp.
taking care to support both legs of the tube, gently but firmly,
When changing the smaller E11 Halogen lamps, ensure not to
push the flash tube into position, and wind the trigger wire
touch the glass with your fingers as the oils from your hands
around the flash tube support.
can reduce the life of the lamp.
Changing the Fuse
The modelling and flash circuitry are protected by a single
20mm fuse mounted in the rear panel of the unit.
A fuse may blow when the modelling lamp fails; always check
the fuse when replacing a bulb. A spare fuse is located in the
draw underneath the mains connection at the rear of the unit.
Always replace with the correct flash tube assembly.
The fuse draw contains two fuses, the furthest fuse inside the
draw is the live fuse and the nearest one is a spare. Never
Gemini R range:
BW2030 (clear) / BW2032 (UV coated)
replace the fuse with one of a different rating.
Always switch off the unit and disconnect the power supply
Gemini Pro range: BW2980 (clear) / BW1079 (UV coated)
before changing a fuse.
Transporting Units
Error Indications
When transporting any Bowens units, ensure that all
All of the Gemini R and PRO range models will indicate errors
equipment is carefully packed into appropriate bags and/or
via the 7-segment LED display, and the red modelling lamp
hard shell cases. Make sure all items are securely placed
option LED's, on the side and rear of the unit. The 7-segment
inside the appropriate baggage to protect from any knocks.
display will show errors as an 'E' (error) number along with the
red modelling lamp option LED's flashing in a particular order.
Flash units can become very hot after use. Always wait a
The error indications are as follows
minimum of 30 minutes before packing to allow units to cool
option LED):
sufficiently.
Error
If a unit is dropped and / or knocked during transport, always
have the unit checked by an authorised Bowens service /
No warnings or errors.
repair centre before using.
Mains voltage out of range -
(no charge).
Battery low - (no charge).
Power Cables
Overheat - (no charge,
Only use Bowens approved mains or battery cables to power
modelling off).
Bowens products. All mains cables must be used as
Charge Fail - (retry after
appropriate to the flash units rated power voltage, and the
warning).
correct mains pin-configuration.
Tube Misfire - (retry after
warning).
Tube glow-on - (retry after
Disposal and Recycling
warning).
This product must be recycled in the correct manner. In order
to recycle this product in an environmentally friendly way,
please dispose of at your local electronic waste facility.
If you have any questions regarding the disposal of any
Bowens products, contact your local Bowens retailer and/or
Bowens distributor (a list of which can be found on the
bowens website).
Problem?
Check.
• Check the unit is switched 'on'.
No Power.
• Check the power cable is inserted correctly.
• If using a mains cable, check the fuse on the
plug, remember to also check the fuse in the unit.
(V
= flashing red modelling
No Flash.
• Check flash tube is inserted into the flash head
correctly.
Display REL USR
MAX
• Check the trigger wire is in contact with the flash
tube support.
• Change the flash tube. If changing the flash tube
does not correct the fault, the unit may have a
F-stops
component failure.
E1
-
V
V
Modelling
• Change the modelling lamp.
E2
-
Lamp not
• Change fuse at rear of unit.
V
V
working.
E3
-
-
V
Unit will not
• Check the Photocell is switched 'on'.
E4
-
V
V
flash from
• Check Photocell is not covered and can 'see'
Photocell.
the trigger flash.
E5
-
-
V
Unit will not
• Check power cable is inserted correctly.
recharge.
• If using a battery, check battery has sufficient
E6
-
-
V
charge remaining to power the unit.
• Change the fuse at the rear of the unit.
• Check the units voltage supply is correct.
trouble shooting
Problem?
Check.
Ready 'beep'
• Check the BEEP switch at the rear of the unit is
turned 'on'.
is not working.
• Make sure unit is reaching full recharge.
Unit won't
• Check the sync cord / trigger system is inserted
fire from Sync
into the sync connection properly.
connection.
• Try another sync cord.
Unit appears
• The unit may be in 'overheat' mode. When the
ready but will
unit is in ovrheat mode, the green ready LED on
not fire using
the side of the unit will be off.
the 'flash test'
• If the green LED is displayed and the unit will
button.
not fire from the 'flash test' button then there
may be a fault with the unit.
Flash tube only
• Check flash tube is inserted into the unit
emits a faint
correctly and all connections are made.
glow and will
• Change flash tube.
not fire.
* Note: if any of the above problems persist, please return the unit to an authorised Bowens service
/ repair centre.
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