Flashtube replacement, To replace the flash tube

correctly aligned

contact with security spring

Flashtube replacement

If the unit does not flash but the ON/OFF switch indicates that there is power, it could be that the flash tube needs replacing.

Note:Flash tubes (Swiss quality) have a long life with average use, but multiflashing in long sequences can cause overheating of the electrodes leading to premature ageing, or perhaps the flastube is broken or cracked.

To replace the flash tube:

remove the tube

1.Switch off the mains switch

2.Remove the mains cable

3.Take the unit from its stand or lay it horizontally on a rigid surface. It will need to

be held firmly whilst removing and replacing the tube.

4. Allow the flash tube and modelling lamp to cool	Stand	Plug- in flashtube
for several minutes. They may be very hot.		Plug- in flashtube
for several minutes. They may be very hot.		(made in Switzerland)
5. Carefully remove and store the modelling lamp.		(code 24029)

6.Put on the protective glove delivered with your flash tube and remove:

A - first the security spring trigger

B - the flash tube, by firmly pulling it away from the unit. If the tube is broken, avoid cutting yourself and the glove.

If the only part to grip is the electrode (e.g. a totally smashed tube), withdraw using insulated pliers or pincers. There is a full discharge security circuit fitted, but

if the unit has had a heavy fall, internal damage disconnecting a circuit could possibly happen.

7. Take the new flash tube, code 24029 for Style 100 BX - 400 BX.

A glove or "plastic protection" MUST BE USED - contact with your fingers on the glas, will cause dark markings on the tube when it is used.

8.Check that the tube is correctly aligned (central) and that the trigger contact is gripping the tube, refix the security spring.

9.Re-connect and test the unit as usual.

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