Chauvet Followspot 1200, User Manual

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Before you Begin
Followspot 1200 User Manual Rev. 03e -2- April 7, 2010
Safety
Notes
Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.
It is important to read all these notes before starting to work with this product.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the Followspot 1200. Any reference to
servicing this unit you may find from now on in this User Manual will only apply
to properly CHAUVET® certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt
any repairs unless you are one of them.
Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation
of the Followspot 1200.
Keep this manual for future consultation. If you sell the Followspot 1200 to
another user, make sure that they also receive this manual.
Personal
Safety
•
The Followspot 1200 housing weighs 84 lbs (38 kg). Always ask for help when
mounting this fixture to avoid personal injuries or damage to the unit.
•
Always connect the Followspot 1200 to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of
electrocution.
•
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the Followspot 1200 is on.
•
Lamp explosion hazard! Do not open the lamp cover within five minutes of having
turned off the fixture.
•
The bulb remains hot for a long time after turn off. Never touch the bulb
barehanded and always hand it by its metallic contacts.
•
Always disconnect the Followspot 1200 from its power source before servicing.
•
Do not touch the Followspot 1200’s housing when operating because it may reach
up to 85º C.
Mounting
and Rigging
•
This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
•
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the fixture(s) while operating.
•
When hanging this fixture, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety
cable (not provided).
•
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the fixture at
a higher temperature.
Power and
Wiring
•
Always make sure that you are connecting the Followspot 1200 to the proper
voltage, as per the specifications in this manual or on the product.
•
Never connect the Followspot 1200 to a dimmer pack.
•
Never disconnect the power to the fixture by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
•
Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
Operation •
In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!
In the unlikely event that your Followspot 1200 may require service, please
contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.