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Safety Notes
Read all the following safety notes before working with this product. These notes contain important
information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Any reference to servicing in
this User Manual will only apply to properly trained, certified technicians. Do not
open the housing or attempt any repairs.
All applicable local codes and regulations apply to proper installation of this
product.
Personal Safety
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Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on.
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Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse.
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Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
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Do not touch the product's housing when operating because it may be very hot.
Mounting
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This product is for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture. (IP20)
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CAUTION: When transferring product from extreme temperature environments, (e.g. cold truck to
warm humid ballroom) condensation may form on the internal electronics of the product. To avoid
causing a failure, allow product to fully acclimate to the surrounding environment before connecting
it to power.
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Mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent
surfaces.
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Make sure there are no flammable materials close to this product while it is operating.
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Never carry the product by the power cord.
Power and Wiring
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Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
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Always make sure you are connecting this product to the proper voltage in accordance with the
specifications in this manual or on the product's specification label.
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To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely
disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it.
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Never connect this product to a dimmer pack or rheostat.
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Never disconnect this product by pulling or tugging on the power cable.
Operation
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Do not operate this product if there is damage on the housing or cables. Have the damaged parts
replaced by an authorized technician at once.
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Do not cover the ventilation slots when operating to avoid internal overheating.
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The maximum ambient temperature is 113 °F (45 °C). Do not operate the product at higher temperatures.
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In the event of a serious operation problem, stop using this product immediately!
If your Chauvet product requires service, contact Chauvet Technical Support.
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