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Safety
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2. Safety
The following safety instructions have to be strictly followed! Otherwise you put yourself
and others in danger.
2.1 General information
Intended use
The SKS 575 searchlight is designed for lighting large and far away objects. The range
of the searchlight is up to 3,460 m.
It is intended in particular for use on ships, especially for transfer through the Suez
Canal and complies with the
Arab Republic of Egypt, Suez Canal Authority, Rules of
Navigation, Section II Preparation for Transit, Article 28 Searchlight .
It is suitable for ships over 30,000 SC.G.T.
Because of its intense light power the searchlight may not be used to illuminate persons
in the nearby surroundings.
It is not suitable for illuminating, spaces on the ship or in buildings.
Danger! Unauthorised conversions and changes to the searchlight are not
allowed, since this can endanger persons and may damage the unit. If this is not
followed then the unit’s approval becomes null and void.
Only original spare parts may be used. If this is not followed then the guarantee
rights become null and void.
Risk of getting burned! Never touch the searchlight during operation without
protection. The casing can reach 120 °C. Always allow the searchlight to cool
down before maintenance and repair work. In case of burns cool the injured area
immediately and seek medical help.
Risk of glare! Never look into the light source during operation. This is
dangerous for the eyes. Never point the searchlight directly at anyone.
Risk of crushing! Risk of shearing! Before turning or tilting the searchlight:
Make sure that there is nobody right beside it. A persons limbs can get trapped
between the searchlight and the moving mechanism and sustain serious injured.
2.2 How to handle metal halide lamps
Strictly follow the safety instructions below when handling metal halide lamps:
Transport
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Always store and transport metal halide lamps in such a way that the glass
bulb cannot break.
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Following the removal of metal halide lamps store them immediately in a safe
place where they cannot be broken. If a lamp breaks proceed as described in
chapter
2.3 Protective measures in case of a broken lamp.