Multiquip GB12BW, GB12BP manual Setup gb12bS, Pole Setup GB12BS

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setup (gb12bS)

Pole Setup (GB12BS)

1.Attach one of the clamps that come with the GBS to the external support pole.The clamps may be attached to vertical, horizontal, or angled pole. See Figure 27.

VERTICAL

EXTERNAL

SUPPORT

POLE

CLAMP

LOCKNUT

CLAMP

ANGLED

 

 

 

EXTERNAL

 

 

HORIZONTAL

 

 

 

SUPPORT

 

 

EXTERNAL

 

 

 

POLE

 

 

SUPPORT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POLE

 

 

LOCKNUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 27. Clamp Attachment

2.Using a 19 mm wrench, tighten the locknut securely. See Figure 11.

3.Attach the other clamp to the external support pole about 7 inches (140 mm) lower than the previously installed clamp. See Figure 28 If using horizontal external support poles, a second pole is needed.

7.0 INCHES

(140 MM)

Figure 28. Distance Between Clamps

4.Attach the straight pole to the clamps.Tighten locknuts on both clamps. See Figure 29.

STRAIGHT

POLE

CLAMPS

Figure 29. Straight Pole Attachment

WARNING

Always securely tighten the locknuts when assembly is used to prevent the lighting system from falling off which can cause injury or equipment damage.

5.Place the offset pole (or an optional straight pole, if desired) on top of the straight pole. Tighten knob or bolt securely. See Figure 30.

STRAIGHT

OFFSET POLE

POLE

BOLT

KNOB

Figure 30. Offset Pole Attachment

WARNING

Always securely tighten the knob on the offset or the bolt on the straight pole when assembly is used to prevent the lighting system from falling off which can cause injury or equipment damage.

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Contents Models GB12BW Page Page Table of Contents GB12BW/BS/BP Lighting SystemChoose from three easy options Safety information SaFeTY MessagesSaFeTY sYMboLs GeNeraL saFeTY LIgHTINg sYsTeM saFeTY LaMp saFeTYTraNsporTINg saFeTY BaLLooN saFeTY MasT saFeTYELeCTrICaL saFeTY Power Cord/Cable safetySpecifications SpecificationsDimensions GB12BW DimensionsDimensions GB12BS Dimensions GB12BSDimensions GB12Bp Dimensions GB12BPFootcandle plot Values listed as footcandlesGeneral information Components Major ComponentsComponents Setup gb12bw Tripod Deployment GB12BWBalloon Assembly Placement GB12BW Place balloon assembly onto mast and tighten Upper T-handleRaising the Mast GB12BW Sand BagsApplying Power GB12BW Operation gb12bwStorage Lowering the MastPlace tripod inside protective carrying case Setup gb12bS Pole Setup GB12BSRemovingthe Protective Covering GB12BS Attachment of S-HooksApplying Power GB12BS Operation gb12bSRaising the Mast GB12BS Maintenance Replacing the LampInstalling Lamp Replacing Balloon EnvelopeFilter replacement Accessing FilterGB12BW GB12BP Periodic Check and Maintenance Wiring Diagram Troubleshooting Lamp TroubleshootingExplanation of code in remarks column Suggested spare parts GloBug Lighting System 1 to 3 UnitsNameplate and decals gb12bw Part Name Nameplate and decals gb12bs Part Name QTY. Remarks Nameplate and decals gb12bp Nameplate and decals gb12bp Mast/tripod assy Tripod Cover Fan blower/lamp assy ELE-BALLAST Assy Balloon/lamp guard assy LAMP, MP400 Offset pole assy. gb12BS Remarks Terms and Conditions of Sale Parts FreIgHT poLICYPage HERE’S HOW to GET Help
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