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TFX-BL400 User Manual 

Revision: 2006-01-20/16:32 

Figure 1 - AC Voltage Switch 

Not all fixtures have a voltage 
select switch. Please be sure to 
connect to the proper voltage. 

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What is included 

 

 

TFX-BL400 fixture 

 

H400BL Blacklight bulb 

 

Power cord with plug 

 

Warranty Card & Manual

Unpacking Instructions 

Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that 

all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and 

retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself 

shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture 

must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box 

and packing. 

AC Power 

To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of 

the fixture or refer to the fixture

s specifications chart. A fixture

s listed current rating is its average 

current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and 

cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the 

rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Before 

applying power to a fixture, check that the source voltage matches the 

fixture

s requirement. Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure that 

if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you 

will use. 

Warning! 

Verify that the power select switch on your unit matches the 
line voltage applied. All fixtures must be connected to circuits 
with a suitable Earth Ground.  

Safety Instructions 

 

Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you 
sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive 
this instruction booklet. 

 

Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper 
voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is 
not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the 
fixture. 

 

This product is intended for indoor use only! 

 

To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to 
rain or moisture. Make sure there are no flammable 
materials close to the unit while operating. 

 

The unit must be installed in a location with adequate 
ventilation, at least 50cm from adjacent surfaces. Be sure 
that no ventilation slots are blocked. 

 

Always disconnect from power source before servicing or 
replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same 
lamp source. 

 

Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. 
Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use its carrying 
handles. 

 

Maximum ambient temperature is Ta: 40

°

. Do not operate 

fixture at temperatures higher than this.  

 

In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the 
unit immediately. Never try to repair the unit by yourself. 
Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to 
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest 
authorized technical assistance center. Always use the 
same type spare parts. 

 

Don

t connect the device to 

a dimmer pack. 

 

Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged. 

 

Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the 
cord. 

 

Avoid direct eye exposure to lamp while it is on.  

 

Caution! 

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or 
attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, 
please contact CHAUVET. 

 

 

Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important 

information about the installation, usage and maintenance? 

 

 

Summary of Contents for TFX-BL400 Black Shadow

Page 1: ...Chauvet 3000 N 29 th Ct Hollywood FL 33020 U S A 800 762 1084 954 929 1115 FAX 954 929 5560 www chauvetlighting com TFX BL400 Black Shadow USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...CLUDED 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 3 AC POWER 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 INTRODUCTION 4 FEATURES 4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4 SETUP 5 LAMP 5 Lamp installation 5 POWER 5 MOUNTING 6 Orientation 6 Rigging 6 OPERATION 6 APPENDIX 7 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 7 RETURNS PROCEDURE 7 CLAIMS 7 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9 ...

Page 3: ... with a suitable Earth Ground Safety Instructions Please keep this User Guide for future consultation If you sell the unit to another user be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the fixture This product is intended ...

Page 4: ...non long throw easy lamp access safety wire mesh switch selectable power settings 115V or 230V 240V available no duty cycle Product Overview Hanging bracket Tension knob Lamp wire mesh cover Product Overview WARNING NEVER RUN ON A DIMMER CIRCUIT YOU MUST WAIT 15 MINUTES FOR LAMP TO COOL DOWN BEFORE RESTARTING ...

Page 5: ... torque to secure lamp in place 4 Close lamp cover align the screw holes and fasten the thumbscrews back onto the cover Power Your product is equipped with switch selectable AC power setting and frequency Warning Verify that the power select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground To determine the power requiremen...

Page 6: ...and routine maintenance Safety cables should always be used Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain high humidity extreme temperature changes or restricted ventilation Operation The Black Shadow also known as the TFX BL400 produces a high powered long throw medium sized beam of black light Black light causes fluorescent materials to emit visible light This effect is commonl...

Page 7: ...depends on the environment in which the fixture operates damp smoky or particularly dirty surrounding can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the unit s optics Clean with soft cloth using normal glass cleaning fluid Always dry the parts carefully Clean the external optics at least every 20 days Clean the internal optics at least every 30 60 days Returns Procedure Returned merchandise must be sen...

Page 8: ...y Possible bad lamp or fixture is overheating Lamp may be at end of its life Light will not come on after power failure Some discharge lamps require a cooling off period before the electronics in the fixture can kick start it again wait 5 to 10 minutes before powering up Loss of signal Use only DMX cables Install terminator Note Keep DMX cables separated from power cables or black lights Motor mov...

Page 9: ...n Height 355 mm 14 in Weight 16 33 Kg 36 lbs POWER Switch selectable power settings 115V 60 Hz or 230V 50 Hz European version 240V 50 Hz AC input 3 prongs IEC 60320 C14 male socket LAMPS H400BL 400W THERMAL Maximum ambient temperature 40 104 F FUSE Main 20mm Glass 7A Fast Blow ORDERING INFORMATION Black Shadow TFX BL400 Fuse 5A P170FUSE007 ...

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