Bowens Estime 3000 Flash Head Operating Instructions
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5.3
The fuse to protect the modelling lamp circuit A (Fig.1) is retained under the coloured handle insert
B (Fig.1). To remove the moulding insert a finger nail under the slot and pull backwards. Always
replace this fuse with a fuse of identical rating.
5.4
As the fuse may blow when a modelling lamp fails, always check the fuse if a replacement lamp
does not work.
5.5
Ensure that the head has cooled sufficiently before touching the glass dome.
5.6
Remove the reflector (Fig.3) to gain access to the glass dome.
5.7
Remove the glass dome by depressing the dome retaining buttons B (Fig.3) and lifting it away from
flash head.
5.8
Take care removing the old modelling lamp from the holder, particularly if the glass is broken.
5.9
Do not touch the replacement modelling lamp with fingers, use clean impervious cloth or paper or
the new lamp packaging materials.
5.10
Plug the replacement modelling lamp into the holder.
5.11
Hook the glass dome over one of the dome retaining buttons, depress the other button and refit dome
over the ridge in the top-hat. The correct holes are marked with a small white line. Ensure that both
buttons drop into the retaining holes in the dome.
5.12
Replace the reflector as required.
5.13
Discard the old modelling lamp safely using the packaging from the new lamp.
6.
Flash Tube Replacement
6.1
A user replaceable flash tube assembly is available - Part No. BW-2980
NOTE: Flash tubes are very delicate, handle the assembly carefully and do not bend the
mounting legs close to the glass. Always switch off the Generator and unplug the flash head
from the Generator before changing flash tube assemblies. The flash tube assembly can
become very hot in use - always allow time to cool before handling.