EQ-99X Operation Manual Rev. 2
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Chapter 4
OPERATION
Starting
Once the lamp is set up properly, verify that all personnel that will be in contact with the lamp
system are aware of the potential hazards involved. It is the responsibility of the user to verify
that the lamp is being used safely.
This example assumes the use of the EQ-99-RC Remote Control Module to provide local
control. If using a custom control system, substitute the appropriate digital input and output
lines from Table 3 for the switches and LEDs described below.
1.
With the EQ-99-RC Remote Control Module connected properly, review the status
LEDs on the Power Supply Controller. The POWER ON LED should be lit, and
neither the CONTROLLER FAULT nor LAMP MODULE FAULT LEDs should
be lit.
2.
Turn on the OPERATE Switch (place switch in UP position).
3.
Within several seconds the LASER ON LED will light. Laser light is now present in
the Lamp House.
4.
In approximately 20-150 seconds the igniter will be turned on automatically and the
plasma will ignite. The LAMP ON LED will be lit. The duration of the warm up time
(20-150 seconds) will depend on the temperature and previous operating condition of
the EQ-99X. The EQ-99X will automatically detect when the unit has reached the
optimum conditions for ignition.
5.
If a bulb fails to ignite, 150 seconds after the OPERATE switch was activated, the
LASER ON LED will go out, the LAMP FAULT LED will be lit, and LAMP ON
LED will remain off. This is very unusual. However, if this occurs, turn the
OPERATE switch to the OFF position (down) and begin at Step 1 again. If this
occurs multiple times, contact Energetiq service
Stopping
To turn the LAMP off, simply turn the OPERATE Switch to the OFF position. If the lamp
will not be used for some time, the 12VDC supply can be turned off.
