Safety Notes

Before you Begin

Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.

It is important to read all these notes before starting to work with this product.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Followspot 1200. Any reference to servicing this unit you may find from now on in this User Manual will only apply to properly CHAUVET® certified technicians. Do not open the housing or attempt any repairs unless you are one of them.

Please refer to all applicable local codes and regulations for proper installation of the Followspot 1200.

Keep this manual for future consultation. If you sell the Followspot 1200 to another user, make sure that they also receive this manual.

•The Followspot 1200 housing weighs 94 lbs (42.6 kg). Always ask for help when mounting this fixture to avoid personal injuries or damage to the unit.

•Always connect the Followspot 1200 to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.

•Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the Followspot 1200 is on.

•Lamp explosion hazard! Do not open the lamp cover within five minutes of having turned off the fixture.

•The bulb remains hot for a long time after turn off. Never touch the bulb barehanded and always hand it by its metallic contacts.

•Always disconnect the Followspot 1200 from its power source before servicing.

•Do not touch the Followspot 1200’s housing when operating because it may reach up to 85º C.

•This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

•Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the fixture(s) while operating.

•When hanging this fixture, always secure it to a fastening device using a safety cable (not provided).

•Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the fixture at a higher temperature.

•Always make sure that you are connecting the Followspot 1200 to the proper voltage, as per the specifications in this manual or on the product.

•Never connect the Followspot 1200 to a dimmer pack.

•Never disconnect the power to the fixture by pulling or tugging on the power cable.

•Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.

•In case of a serious operating problem, stop using this product immediately!

In the unlikely event that your Followspot 1200 may require service, please contact CHAUVET® Technical Support.

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