Bowens Estime 3000 Flash Head Operating Instructions
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1.
Estime 3000 230V Flash Head (BW-2970)
1.1
This head is designed for use with the Estime 3000AMF and 3000SC Generators and is suitable for
use with the Traveller G range. Operating from a nominal 230 Volt mains supply only, the head
provides the following features:-
•
Takes the standard 'S' series reflectors and accessories as used on all the Bowens Prolites, Esprit
and 'S' type Quadmatic Flash Heads.
•
230V cooling fan.
•
650 Watt, maximum modelling power.
•
Two pin plug-in lamp holder. Recommended Halogen bulb - P2/16 hair pin, long life type.
•
Uncoated flash tube with a separate UV coated Pyrex glass dome fitted as standard over the
modelling lamp and flash tube for safety. Clear, frosted and other dome types are also available
as accessories for special applications.
•
An illuminated modelling lamp on/off switch is fitted on the rear moulding of the flash head
allowing the modelling light of individual flash heads to be switched off without affecting other
heads connected to the same Generator.
2. Safety
Notes
2.1
Cover glass domes should always be fitted during use.
2.2
The Estime system must not be used in an environment where moisture or flammable vapour is
likely to come into contact with the unit.
2.3
A
Fire Hazard
exists if inflammable material is placed in close proximity to either the flash tube or
modelling lamp when the flash head is in use.
2.4
The modelling light is protected by a 6,3 Amp (F) quick blow 20mm fuse. Always replace with a
fuse of
identical rating.
2.5
Switch off and disconnect the flash head from the Generator
before
changing the glass dome, flash
tube, modelling lamp, fuse or reflector. Be aware that the front assembly of the head can reach
extremely high temperatures when in use and should be allowed to cool before attempting to replace
these parts.
2.6
Do not restrict slots in the case during and after use.
2.7
Always switch off the generator before plugging in or unplugging the flash head.
3. Operation
3.1.1
Contents of carton.
Estime 3000 Head
Instructions
Modelling lamp
3.2
Mount the head on the selected support system. Fit the required reflector and/or accessories. If an
umbrella is to be used then a 'spill kill’ should be fitted and the umbrella shaft inserted through the
hole B (Fig.2) and locked in position with the knurled screw C (Fig.2).