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Transport
• Transport the ash unit with care and only in its original packaging or another corresponding
packaging t to protect it against knocks and jolts.
• Transport only in complete discharged conditions. Wait a minimum 30 minutes after removing
from mains supply before packaging and transportation.
• Never drop the ash unit (danger of breaking ash tubes)
Power cable
To guarantee safe operation, use the cable supplied.
• The cable has to be HAR-certied or VDE-certied. the mark HAR or VDE will appear on the outer
sheat.
• The cable set must be selected according to the rated current for your ash unit.
• Do not use a spider box to connect one or more ash units.
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FLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYING HIGH
VOLTAGE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.
ONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR
THE UNITS.
INTERNAL DEFECT CHARGE CAPACITORS MAY EXPLODE WHILST THE UNIT IS IN
USE, NEVER SWITCH ON A PROPER WORKING FLASH UNIT.
According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these
electronic ash units are not designed for use outdoors, in damp or dusty conditions and should
not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes causing condensation. They must
always be connected to an earthed (grounded) mains supply.
On no account should any object be inserted into the ventilation.
The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though disconnected from the
power supply.
Do not use in restricted area (like hospitals) and in explosive environnements.
Flash Tubes and Modelling lamps
• Flashtubes and modelling lamps in use are very hot!
• Never touch a ash tube or lamp before the unit cooled down and is disconnected from the mains.
• Do not re ashes from short distance (less than 1m) directed to a person and avoid looking
directly into the ashlight!
• Keep distance to ammable materials.
• Keep generally distance to operating units.
Safety notice