User Instruction & Installation Manual FB280 Tungsten Halogen
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3. ance of your product we recommend that you only specify Francis Searchlights spare parts This will also ensure that any warranties on your equipment will not be invalidated Information on spares ordering and parts is provided in this manual Should you ever need to contact Francis Searchlights Ltd regarding your equipment please quote the Product Serial Number at all times Back To Top 2 Safety Precautions The following instructions must be adhered to in order to ensure a safe working environment and the safety of the user Note When unpacking or manoeuvring the searchlight into its fixing position suitable lifting points must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury Prevent rain snow condensation and water droplets from contacting the lamp as this may cause bulb failure and possible shattering Quartz halogen bulbs run with a high internal pressure in excess of atmospheric Whilst the construction is inherently strong there is a slight risk of the bulb shattering Never look directly into an illuminated searchlight as this may cause severe damage to eyesight If it is necessary to inspect a lamp whilst in operation always wear suitable protective goggles Should it be necessary to examine the lamp with the front bezel removed always use a protective shield and wear goggles to ensure a safe working environment Never attempt to clean a lamp whilst in use Searchlights get hot Never touch t
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5. ce checks should be conducted before very voyage or at least every three months Before checking disconnect the equipment from the supply Visually inspect the condition of the equipment Any major or minor structural damage should be rectified immediately in order to reduce sympathetic wear After inspection it may be necessary to clean the inside of the searchlight The following procedure should be adhered to m Remove the front bezel m Clean the front glass inside and out using a proprietary glass cleaner or metal polish m Clean the reflector if required m Check the reflector mounting gaskets If signs of corrosion or damage are evident replace as necessary m Ensure that the lampholder is free from corrosion or other damage m Check earthing point for conductivity It is advisable to check all seals and gaskets for signs of degradation Renew if necessary The searchlight is fitted with an exhaust regulator This ensures a steady airflow in order to prevent any vacuum forming within the barrel In order to increase decrease the airflow the regulator can be adjusted using an Allen key Upon completing all maintenance requirements the searchlight should be tested for full working order approximately 20 minutes If in any doubt as to the correct servicing procedures to adopt please contact your distributor agent or the manufacturer who will be able to advise the best course of action for your product Back To Top 9 General Assem
6. e Francis S E A RG H L I G H T S User Instruction amp Installation Manual FB280 Tungsten Halogen Searchlight Product Reference Number B7163 FB280 L V Chrome B7169 FB280 L V Semi Gloss Black B7186 FB280 H V Chrome B7179 FB280 H V Semi Gloss Black Manufacturer s details Distributor details Francis Searchlights Ltd Union Road Bolton Lancashire BL2 2HJ UK Tel 44 0 1204 558960 Fax 44 0 1204 558979 http www francis co uk E mail sales francis co uk Manual Part Number C22274 Issue 1 CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Saflfety Precautions 3 Technical Information 4 Unpacking and Installation Instructions 5 Electrical Installation 6 Operating Instructions 7 Faul Finding 8 Maintenance and Servicing 9 General Assembly 10 Spare Parts List 1 Introduction It is imperative that this manual is read carefully and understood before installing your equipment For your future reference please keep this manual in a safe place Thank you for specifying a product from the Francis Searchlights range All Francis products are designed to give complete customer satisfaction and are manufactured to the highest engineering standards in order to ensure optimum performance and service life The Francis FB range combines features proven over many years service in the most hazardous conditions in both marine and land installations In order to prolong the life and perform
7. educe the risk of damage or personal injury Preparing the Mounting Position Using the template provided mark out and drill the fixing holes through the deck Fit the O Ring in position and bolt the searchlight firmly down On and uneven surface it may be necessary to use a suitable sealant such as silicone in order to ensure a weatherproofed joint Back To Top 5 Electrical Installation For safety purposes only competent personnel should perform the electrical installation All equipment should be installed to current Electrical Regulations and Standards In order to obtain the maximum light output from the searchlight it is essential that the full operating voltage of the lamp fitted be applied to the lampholder contacts Method of Electrical Connection 1 Disconnect the supply before working on the electrical system The searchlight must be connected to a fused electrical supply using suitably sized cable 3 If the searchlight is located a considerable distance from the supply provision must be made in the cable size in order to overcome the voltage drop The following table should be used for indication purposes only Searchlight 12v 100w 24v 150w 24v 250w Cable cze mm2 Distance Max Distance Max Distance Max 2 MTRS 5 MTRS 3 MTRS 60 TRS 20MTRS 2 MTRS an ae 13 MTRS 24 MTRS a EE 50 MTRS 96 MTRS 84 MTRS 161 MTRS 4 Whenever possible cable terminations should be made below deck and with appro
8. ere is a remote possibility of the lamp shattering violently especially if it is subjected to mechanical shock or vibration Always isolate the equipment from the supply before inserting a lamp Before inserting the lamp ensure that all contacts are clean Contacts must be renewed at the slightest sign of corrosion Sanding or filing down corroded areas is not recommended as this will only make the conducting surface between the pin and lampholder smaller thus causing the lamp to overheat Do not twist or bend the fused quartz bulb when fitting the lamp as mechanical stresses MUST be avoided The lamp must be capable of unimpeded expansion when it warms up to operating temperature Mechanical forces must not be applied to the fused quartz bulb Before the protective jacket is removed suitable protection must be worn i e face mask and gloves with wrist protection Never touch the quartz bulb with bare hands as fingerprints will make the glass cloudy and cause a severe loss of light This may also cause recrystallisation and thus weaken the bulb material Should the bulb be inadvertently touched remove fingerprints with methylated spirit and a clean soft paper towel The bulb should then be wiped with distilled water NOTE ALWAYS WEAR MASK AND GLOVES DURING CLEANING In all circumstances the lamp manufacturer s data should be referred to when dealing with lamps When fitting the lamp Always isolate the equipment from the supply w
9. he unit when lit and always allow 15 to 20 minutes for cooling down after turning the searchlight off Never place anything on or cover the searchlight when in use Ensure the lamp has cooled sufficiently before removal If undue force appears necessary to remove the lamp the equipment should be inspected by a competent person or contact the manufacturer When breaking a lamp for disposal care must be taken to ensure the glass fragments are safely contained This operation must be performed out of doors in free air In all circumstances refer to the lamp manufacturers instructions packed with the lamp Due to the vast range of lamps available it may appear possible that more powerful lamps can be used in the equipment than for which it was designed Even when the unit will physically accept a higher wattage or voltage lamp this substitution is not recommended and is dangerous This action will also void any warranties on the equipment Always refer to the lamp manufacturer s technical data when dealing with lamps Back To Top 3 Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification The FB280 searchlight has the following features All marine grade materials and fixings Parabolic glass reflector Stove enamel paint or chrome finish 360 horizontal rotation Vertical movement 90 to 30 Toughened front glass Tungsten halogen light source 12 24v or 110 230v Exte
10. hen inserting a lamp Ensure the circuit is suitably fused Ensure the lamp is of the correct power rating and type Check lampholder is in good condition If the contacts show any sign of corrosion replace the lampholder Check the lampholder is in a good dry condition Never allow water to collect in the lamp fitting or come into contact with the lamp To fit the lamp Loosen all the thumbscrews on the front of the searchlight remove the bezel and glass and store in a safe place For easier access the light shield spill ring may be removed by undoing the fasteners Cut open one end of the protective sleeve surrounding the lamp Using the sleeve to prevent the fingers coming into contact with the lamp position the two pins above the holes in the lampholder Gently push the lamp into the lampholder and remove the protective sleeve Replace the light shield spill ring and front bezel assembly ensuring the thumbscrews are securely fastened Testing Upon correct installation and connection to an electrical supply the equipment can be tested in order to ensure its correct performance A competent person with some knowledge of electrical equipment must carry out this work Equipment required Multimeter with leads Ammeter Using the equation P VI the approximate power output of the equipment can be calculated in the following way Using the multimeter take a voltage reading Using the ammeter take an amps
11. reading from the live cable to the lamp Multiply these figures together to give an approximate wattage Power output For example Using a 240v 1000w Tungsten halogen lamp Voltage reading 240v Amps reading 4 amps Therefore Wattage 240 x 4 960 watts Back To Top 7 Fault Finding All fault finding must be conducted by a competent person or qualified Electrical Engineer Failure of Lamp to light Causes 1 Power not supplied 2 Fuse blown 3 Failed lamp Remedy 1 Check voltage at supply If supply is not present the fault is at the customer supply If power is present see remedy 2 2 Check fuse for visual failure If none noticeable check fuse for continuity using a multimeter If fuse found to be faulty replace with new part and test equipment again for correct working order If found to be working correctly see remedy 3 3 Firstly check supply at lampholder connecting block within searchlight barrel If supply is present disconnect unit from power supply before removing the lamp If noticeable damage to filament is present the lamp will have failed The lamp can also be checked for continuity using a multimeter Replace lamp ensuring all precautions and instructions previously outlined in this manual are adhered to Back To Top 8 Maintenance and Servicing In order to prolong the service life and performance of your searchlight the following maintenance guidelines are recommended Maintenan
12. rnal lamp focus adjustment between 1 spot to 10 flood Integral on off switch Enclosure protection to IP56 The searchlight also performs to the following optical data Volts Watts Range P B C P Div Lamp Life Lamp Despatch 1 Lux x 1000 Hours Cap Number 12v 100w 933M 871 3 2000 GX6 35 D9848 24v 150w 960M 921 3 300 GX6 35 D14795 24v 250w 1114M 1242 3 2000 GX6 35 D4695 24v 250w 1360M 1800 3 300 GX6 35 D9851 120v 300w 1150M 1323 47 75 GX6 35 D16883 230v 300w 1200M 1250 4 7 50 GX6 35 D16841 In order that the searchlight operates correctly it is imperative that competent personnel are responsible for the installation operation and servicing of this equipment Failure to adhere to this advice may cause premature failure or incorrect operation of the searchlight which may damage the equipment or cause personal injury Back To Top 4 Unpacking and Installation Instructions The following instructions should be read and fully understood prior to installing the equipment to ensure that the correct procedures are followed and all safety precautions are observed Note If the equipment has been in storage for a considerable amount of time it is advisable to conduct a routine maintenance check on all parts before installation Safety Precautions This equipment should not be connected to an electrical supply before being installed Installation procedures should be adhered to in order to ensure a safe working environment and r
13. ved terminal devices 5 Ifa spare auxiliary fuse or circuit breaker is not available one of the correct type and rating should be fitted and connected to a positive supply It is advisable to locate a bus bar or main connection and avoid any direct connection to the supply 6 For 110 220v AC products the following colour coding system should be used for the customer supply cable Brown Live Blue Negative Green Yellow Earth Note This equipment must be earthed Back To Top 6 Operating Instructions This equipment is designed for use out of doors in free air Never place anything on or cover the searchlight when in use as this may present a hazard The beam of the searchlight can be adjusted to give a variety of beam types Using the external focus wheel the desired beam can be achieved for any particular application This product should not be used for any purpose other than for which it was designed Any modifications to the product should not be undertaken without consulting the manufacturer Setting to Work Safe service in use necessitates the strict observance of the following precautions Any article fabricated from quartz or glass is inherently fragile and care should therefore be taken at all times when handling lamps Eye protection must be worn when handling lamps that have been removed from their packaging materials The protective jacket should not be removed from the lamp for safety reasons as th
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