Elinchrom FX 400, Operating Manual

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• Transport the flash unit with care and only in its original packaging or another corresponding
packaging fit to protect it against knocks and jolts.
• Transport only in complete discharged conditions. Wait a minimum 30 minutes after removing
from mains supply before packaging and transportation.
• Never drop the flash unit (danger of glass breakage)
Power cable
To guarantee safe operation, use the cable supplied.
• The cable has to be HAR-certified or VDE-certified. the mark HAR or VDE will appear on the outer
sheat.
• The cable set must be selected according to the rated current for your flash unit.
• Do not use a spider box to connect one or more flash units.
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• Flash systems store electrical energy in capacitors by applying high voltage.
• For your safety, never open or disassemble your flashes.
• Only an authorised service engineer should open or attempt to repair the units.
• Internal defect charge capacitors may explode whilst the unit is in use, neve
switch on a proper working flash unit.
According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these
electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors, in damp or dusty conditions and should
not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation. They must
always be connected to an earthed (grounded) mains supply.
On no account should any object be inserted into the ventilation holes.
The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though disconnected from the
power supply.
• Do not use in restricted areas (like hospitals, etc.).
• Do not use in explosive environnements.
• Flash tubes and modelling lamps in use are very hot!
• Never touch a flash tube or lamp before the unit cooled down and is disconnected from
the mains (min 30mn).
• Do not fire flashes from short distance (less than 1m) directed to a person and avoid looking
directly into the flashlight!
• Keep (min 1m) distance to flammable materials.
• Keep generally distance to operating units.
Safety notice
Transport
Flash Tubes and Modelling lamps