Service And Maintenance; Cleaning - Martin MAC Aura User Manual

Service and maintenance

Warning! Read "Safety Information" on page 3 before servicing the MAC Aura.
Warning! Disconnect the fixture from AC mains power and allow to cool for at least 10
minutes before handling. Do not view the light output from less than 8.3 meters (27 ft. 3
inches) without shade 4-5 welding goggles. Be prepared for the fixture to light suddenly if
connected to power.
Warning! Refer any service operation not described in this user manual to a qualified
service technician.
Important! Excessive dust, smoke fluid, and particle buildup degrades performance, causes
overheating and will damage the fixture. Damage caused by inadequate cleaning or maintenance is
not covered by the product warranty.
The user will need to clean the MAC Aura periodically, and it is also possible for the user to update the
firmware and install the optional diffuser accessory available from Martin. All other service operations on the
MAC Aura must be carried out by Martin Professional or its approved service agents.
Installation, on-site service and maintenance can be provided worldwide by the Martin Professional Global
Service organization and its approved agents, giving owners access to Martin's expertise and product
knowledge in a partnership that will ensure the highest level of performance throughout the product's
lifetime. Please contact your Martin supplier for details.
It is Martin policy to apply the strictest possible calibration procedures and use the best quality materials
available to ensure optimum performance and the longest possible component lifetimes. However, LEDs
are subject to wear and tear over the life of the product, resulting in gradual changes in color and overall
brightness over many thousands of hours of use. The extent of wear and tear depends heavily on operating
conditions and environment, so it is impossible to specify precisely whether and to what extent LED
performance will be affected. However, you may eventually need to ask Martin Professional to replace
LEDs if their characteristics are affected by wear and tear after an extended period of use and if you require
fixtures to perform within very precise optical and color parameters.
The manufacturer's LED lifetime data is based on performance under the manufacturer's test conditions. As
with all LEDs, the gradual reduction in luminous output will be accelerated when LEDs are used in a fixture,
where conditions are much tougher than in manufacturer's testing. To maximize LED lifetimes, keep the
ambient temperature as low as possible and drive the LEDs no harder and for no longer than necessary.

Cleaning

Cleaning schedules for lighting fixtures vary greatly depending on the operating environment. It is therefore
impossible to specify precise cleaning intervals for the MAC Aura. Environmental factors that may result in a
need for frequent cleaning include:
• Use of smoke or fog machines.
• High airflow rates (near air conditioning vents, for example).
• Presence of cigarette smoke.
• Airborne dust (from stage effects, building structures and fittings or the natural environment at outdoor
events, for example).
If one or more of these factors is present, inspect fixtures within their first 100 hours of operation to see
whether cleaning is necessary. Check again at frequent intervals. This procedure will allow you to assess
cleaning requirements in your particular situation. If in doubt, consult your Martin dealer about a suitable
maintenance schedule.
Use gentle pressure only when cleaning, and work in a clean, well-lit area. Do not use any product that
contains solvents or abrasives, as these can cause surface damage.
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