Francis FR560 User Instruction & Installation Manual

Remote control 1/2 kilowatt tungsten halogen searchlight

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User Instruction & Installation Manual

FR560 Remote Control 1/2 Kilowatt

Tungsten Halogen Searchlight

Product Reference Number:

A2474 – FR560RC 115/240v 1Kw

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: C20264

20.3.14 Issue : 19

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Page 1 User Instruction & Installation Manual FR560 Remote Control 1/2 Kilowatt Tungsten Halogen Searchlight Product Reference Number: A2474 – FR560RC 115/240v 1Kw Manufacturers details: Distributor details: Francis Searchlights Ltd Union Road, Bolton Lancashire, BL2 2HJ, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1204 558960...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS - Introduction - Safety Precautions - Technical Information - Unpacking and Installation Instructions - Electrical Installation - Operating Instructions - Fault Finding - Maintenance and Servicing - Wiring Diagrams & General Assembly - 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. Prevent rain, snow, condensation and water droplets from contacting the lamp as this may cause bulb failure and possible shattering;...
Page 5: Technical Information
3 - Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification. The FR560RC searchlight has the following features: All marine grade materials and fixings; Parabolic glass reflector; Stove enamel painted; 385° horizontal rotation; Vertical movement +25° to -25°; Motor speed 20°/sec fast, 10°/sec slow (Pan).
Page 6: 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 7: 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 8 Installation Guidelines A typical installation and connection routine for FR560RC Variable Speed 1Kw searchlight is as follows: Referring to wiring diagram C22606, a supply is fed to the control panel, which then provides a common feed to the motor gearbox and the searchlight. The searchlight has been pre-wired with 3 meters of cable from the gearbox to junction box provided.
Page 9: 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. The searchlight can be remotely positioned via the joystick control panel, with the facility for movement up, down, left and right.
Page 10 Never touch the quartz bulb with bare hands, as fingerprints will make the glass cloudy and cause a severe loss of light. This may also cause recrystallisation and thus weaken the bulb material. Should the bulb be inadvertently touched, remove fingerprints with methylated spirit and a clean, soft paper towel.
Page 11 Testing Upon correct installation and connection to an electrical supply, the equipment can be tested in order to ensure its’ correct performance. A competent person with some knowledge of electrical equipment must carry out this work. Equipment required: Multi-meter with leads Ammeter Using the equation P=VI, the approximate power output of the equipment can be calculated in the following way:...
Page 12: Fault Finding
A new focus motor should be fitted to the lampholder assembly. If the motor is working correctly, check output of transformer (mounted in the Motor Gearbox). NOTE: If a fault occurs on the pan and tilt gearbox, the unit should be returned to Francis Searchlights Limited for fault evaluation and repair.
Page 13: 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 14: Wiring Diagrams & General Assembly
9 - Wiring Diagrams and General Assembly Drawing Number Description C22606 Wiring Diagram 1Kw RC V.S 10 Amp A2474 FR560RC 1Kw General Assembly drawing Control Panel Assembly C23604 Junction Box Assembly Back To Top...
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Page 19: 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.