Elinchrom ELB 500 Head, User Manual

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User Manual
• Minimum distance for persons: 30 cm, for animals 1 – 2 m.
• There is high voltage and can be high currents, so please
apply all the usual safety precautions when handling the unit,
changing flashtubes, flash cables, etc., as you would with
mains powered electronic flash.
• Protect the heads & power pack from moisture when used in
wet conditions.
• Flashhead cables must be connected correctly to the power
pack.
• If the unit has been exposed to very cold conditions, sudden
exposure to warm or humid air may cause condensation and
malfunction.
• Transport the heads preferrably in the original bags, cases
or cartons and protect the flashtube and the LED with the
protection cap.
• Avoid direct sunlight, which might heat up the heads and the
power pack.
• Do not open the unit. In the event of damage or apparent
failure, contact the Elinchrom Service Centre.
FITTING REFLECTORS
1. Always switch off the unit before connecting accessories and
reflectors.
2. Disconnect the flash cable from the ELB 500 power pack.
3. Mount the ELB 500 Head to a tripod and lock the security
screw.
4. Place the reflector over the ELB 500 Head, taking care to
match-up the position of any umbrella hole.