Chauvet 250 user manual Before YOU Begin, What is included, Unpacking Instructions, AC Power

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is included		
	Q-Wash™ 250		Manual
	Power cord with plug		Warranty Card
	HSD-250 Discharge lamp		230V Fuse

Unpacking Instructions

Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.

AC Power

To determine the power requirements’s specificationsor particularchart. fixture,A fixturesee’s listedthe labelcurrentaffixedratingto theis itsbaverageck plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture

current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be

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Lamp Control to PCB in

To Ballast 230V/60Hz

To Ballast 230V/50Hz

powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run

off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even

AC-100-230V￿

INPUT

if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0%

to 100% switch. Before applying power to a fixture,

check that the source voltage matches the fixture’s

IN

240V

230V

208V

115V 100V

IN

60Hz 50Hz

requirement. Check the fixture or device carefully to

make sure that if a voltage selection switch exists that it

is set to the correct line voltage you will use.

240V

230V

208V

115V 100V

60Hz

Warning!	Verify that the internal multi-tap transformer		50Hz
	is set to match the line voltage applied. All
	fixtures must be connected to circuits with a
		Select volt age
	suitable Earth Ground.

Safety Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important

information about the installation, usage and maintenance?

∙Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet.

∙Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on decal or rear panel of the fixture.

∙This product is intended for indoor use only!

∙To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to rain or moisture. Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.

∙The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 50cm (20in) from adjacent surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.

∙Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to replace with same lamp source.

∙Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use its carrying handles.

∙Maximum ambient temperature is Ta: 40°. Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher than this.

∙In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center. Always use the same type spare parts.

∙Don’t connect the device to a dimmer pack.

∙Make sure power cord is never crimped or damaged.

∙Never disconnect power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.

∙Avoid direct eye exposure to lamp while it is on.

Caution!	There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
	attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
	please contact CHAUVET.
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