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7A
CAUTION!
Never unscrew the screws of the rotating gobo as the ball bearing
will otherwise be opened!
3. Lamp
WARNING
Because of its high internal pressure, there might be a risk that the Discharge lamp
would explode during operation. The lamp emits intense UV radiation which is harmful
to the eyes and skin. The high luminance of the arc can cause severe damage to the
retina if looks directly at the lamp.
HMQ 250/2G
1. Always switch off the main supply and never handle the lamp or luminai re when it is
hot.
2. Do not touch the bulb with bare hands. If this happens, clean the lamp with
denatured alcohol and wipe it with a lint free cloth before installation.
3. The lamp generates UV radiation. Never operate the lamp without appropriate shielding.
4. When burning, the lamp operates at high pressure and there is a slight risk of arc tube
rupture. The risk increases with age, temperature and improper handling of the lamp. Do
not use the lamp any longer than its lifespan.
5. Make sure the lamp is located in the center of the reflector for the best spot.
6. If changing the lamp, remove old lamp from lamp socket. Hold the new lamp only by its
ceramic base. Never touch the glass bulb. Insert the new lamp in the lamp socket.
In case of replacement of the lamp or maintenance, do not open the
fixture within 15 minutes until the unit cools down after switching off.