Setup
COLORdash™ Par-Tri User Manual Rev. 03
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3. Setup
AC Power
The COLORdash™ Par-Tri has an auto-ranging power supply that can work with an
input voltage range of 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Make sure that you are connecting this product to the proper voltage, as per the
specifications in this guide, the product’s user manual, or on the product’s sticker.
Always connect the COLORdash™ Par-Tri to a protected circuit with an
appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.
To determine the power requirements for the COLORdash™ Par-Tri see the label
affixed to the fixture. Alternatively, you may refer to the corresponding specifications
chart in the
Technical Information
chapter of this manual.
The listed current rating indicates the maximum current draw during normal operation.
For more information, you may download the “Sizing the Circuit Breakers” document
from the CHAUVET® website.
Never connect the COLORdash™ Par-Tri to a rheostat (variable resistor) or
dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100%
switch.
AC Plug
The COLORdash™ Par-Tri comes with an IEC power input cord terminated with an
Edison plug (US market). If you need to change the Edison plug, use the table below to
wire the new plug.
Connection
Wire (US)
Wire (Europe)
Screw Color
AC Live
Black
Brown
Yellow or Brass
AC Neutral
White
Blue
Silver
AC Ground
Green/Yellow
Green/Yellow
Green
Power Linking
The COLORdash™ Par-Tri supports power linking for up to 20 other COLORdash™
Par-Tri fixtures at 120 VAC. This fixture comes with a power linking cord in addition to
the power input cord.
Make sure to disconnect the fixture’s power cord before replacing a blown fuse,
and always replace it with a fuse of the same type and rating.
Fuse Replacement
1) With a Phillips #2 head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder cap from its housing.
2) Remove the blown fuse from the fuse holder cap and replace it with a good fuse of
the exact same type and rating.
3) Screw the fuse holder cap back in its place and reconnect power.
The fuse is located
inside this fuse holder
