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Francis Searchlights FX560 User Instruction & Installation Manual

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User Instruction & Installation Manual
FX560 Remote Control
2 Kilowatt Xenon Searchlight
Product Reference Number:
A2471 – Variable Speed Motor Unit 240v
A2473 – Variable Speed Motor Unit 115v
Manufacturers details:
Francis Searchlights Ltd
Union Road, Bolton
Lancashire, BL2 2HJ, UK
Tel:
+44 (0) 1204 558960
Fax:
+44 (0) 1204 558979
http://www.francis.co.uk
E-mail: sales@francis.co.uk
Manual Part Number: C20244
23.11.11 Issue : 20
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RECTIFIER: LAMP,1HP AC INPUT208-240V,23/18A,50/60H Electric-Other : A/C CONTROL: 208-240V,2A, 50/60HZ,1HP. DC OUTPUT:24-30V,50-80A. XENON LAMP POWER SUPPLY. Manufacturer Part Number(M) - C15392-00; Manufacturer(MA) - L.P ASSOCIATES INC Qty 2

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  • Page 1 User Instruction & Installation Manual FX560 Remote Control 2 Kilowatt Xenon Searchlight Product Reference Number: A2471 – Variable Speed Motor Unit 240v A2473 – Variable Speed Motor Unit 115v Manufacturers details: Distributor details: Francis Searchlights Ltd Union Road, Bolton Lancashire, BL2 2HJ, UK...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS - Introduction - Safety Precautions - Technical Information - Unpacking and Installation Instructions - Electrical Installation - Operating Instructions - Fault Finding - Maintenance and Servicing - General Assembly & Wiring Diagrams - Spare Parts List...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    For your future reference please keep this manual in a safe place. Thank you for specifying a product from the Francis Searchlights range. All Francis products are designed to give complete customer satisfaction and are manufactured to the highest engineering standards in order to ensure optimum performance and service life.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    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, suitable lifting points must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury. Because of the high internal pressure within the lamp, there is a risk of explosion in either a hot or cold state;...

  • Page 5: Technical Information

    3 - Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification. The FX560RC 2000 watt searchlight has the following features: All marine grade materials and fixings; Electronic power supply unit; Parabolic glass reflector; Stove enamel painted; 385°...
  • Page 6 Power Supply Details (Model 8502) General Description Output Power 1400-2200 watts Voltage 22-30 volts D.C. Current 50-85 amperes D.C. Ripple 5% peak-to-peak Input Current 25/22 amperes maximum 40 amperes maximum Voltage 208/237 VAC 110/120 VAC Phase Single Frequency 60 Hz (50Hz available) Output Adjustments 9 steps Size...
  • Page 7 Caution Do not allow anything to be placed upon the power supply case; the perforated top is for ventilation and must not be obstructed. Try to select a location as close to the lamphouse as practical. Many users install the power supply adjacent to the searchlight where space is available and local codes permit.
  • Page 8 Warning The power supplies have two sources of power. Disconnect (turn off) primary power before making adjustments or service procedures. Output power adjustment Warning The power supply stores energy after primary power is switched off. Wait a minimum of two minutes for the capacitor charge to bleed off.
  • Page 9 Xenon lamp power supplies have two stages of operation: Before igniting the bulb – At this time, the voltage at the power supply output terminals reaches “open circuit” value (110 VDC or greater). After igniting the bulb – At this time, the voltage at the power supply output is determined by the load placed on the power supply by the xenon lamp (18-30 VDC).
  • Page 10 Low capacity or an open capacitor affect ignition because there is insufficient surge current to reliably light the bulb. If disconnecting a capacitor does change either flicker or ignition, then the capacitor is functioning. Reconnect it. High ripple current caused by a diode failure will result in overheating of R3.
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  • Page 12: Unpacking And Installation Instructions

    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.

  • Page 13: Electrical 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.
  • Page 14 Installation Guidelines A typical installation and connection routine for the searchlight with a Variable Speed Gearbox is as follows: Referring to wiring diagram C22801, a supply is fed to the Control Panel, which then provides a common feed to the Motor Gearbox, Power Supply Unit and the Searchlight Control Panel. The searchlight has been pre-wired with 3 meters of cable from the gearbox to junction box provided.
  • Page 15 Fitting instructions for the 2Kw xenon lamp Referring to the diagram overleaf: Unfasten the ten 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;...
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  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    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. All PSU should be housed below deck/in doors. Never leave the PSU exposed to weather conditions.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 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. The output of the lamp can be reduced by operating the lamp at minimum current but this does not prolong the life of the lamp;...

  • Page 20: Fault Finding

    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) Faulty wiring must always be on top in vertical burning position Check polarity, transpose...
  • Page 21 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;...

  • Page 22: Maintenance And Servicing

    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 very voyage or at least every three months; Before checking, disconnect the equipment from the supply; Visually inspect the condition of the equipment;...

  • Page 23: General Assembly & Wiring Diagrams

    9 – General Assembly & Wiring Diagrams Drawing Number Description A2471/A2473 FX560RC 2Kw variable speed G.A. C22801 240v 2Kw Xenon RC Wiring Diagram variable speed C24511 115v 2Kw Xenon RC Wiring Diagram Variable Speed Control Panel Outline Drawing variable speed PSU Schematic PSU Control Wiring C23591...
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  • Page 31: Spare Parts List

    Pedestal Cover Gasket 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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