Francis Searchlights A6172 User manual

User Instruction & Installation Manual
L300 110w Searchlight
Product Reference Number:
A6172 –110/240v Deck A7201 –24v Deck
A6173 –110/240v Cabin A7228 –24v Cabin
A6174 –110/240v Deck Pedestal A7229 –24v Deck Pedestal
A6175 –110/240v Cabin Pedestal A7230 –24v Cabin Pedestal
Manufacturer’s details: Distributor details:
Manual Part Number: C27731
Issue: 4 4.2.20
Francis Searchlights Ltd
Union Road, Bolton
Lancashire, BL2 2HJ, UK
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
http://www.francis.co.uk
E-mail: [e-mail]

CONTENTS
1 - Introduction
2 - Safety Precautions
3 - Technical Information
4 - Unpacking and Installation Instructions
5 - Electrical Installation
6 - Operating Instructions
7 - Fault Finding
8 - Maintenance and Servicing
9 - Wiring Diagrams & General Assemblies
10 - Spare Parts List
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1 - Introduction
It is imperative that this manual is read carefully and understood before installing
your equipment. For your future reference please keep this manual in a safe place.
Thank you for specifying a product from the Francis Searchlights range. All Francis products are designed
to give complete customer satisfaction and are manufactured to the highest engineering standards in
order to ensure optimum performance and service life.
The Francis LED range combines features proven over many years service in the most hazardous
conditions in both marine and land installations.
In order to prolong the life and performance of your product, we recommend that you only specify Francis
Searchlights spare parts. This will also ensure that any warranties on your equipment will not be
invalidated. Information on spares ordering and parts is provided in this manual.
Should you ever need to contact Francis Searchlights Ltd. regarding your equipment, please quote the
Product Serial Number at all times.
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2 - Safety Precautions
The following instructions must be adhered to, in order to ensure a safe working environment and the
safety of the user.
Note: When unpacking or manoeuvring the searchlight into its fixing position, suitable lifting
points must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury.
◼The high luminance of the LED can cause severe damage to the eye if viewed directly. ALWAYS wear
suitable protective goggles when viewing the LED.
◼Searchlights get hot. Never touch the unit when lit and always allow 15 to 20 minutes for cooling down
after turning the searchlight off.
◼Never place anything on or cover the searchlight when in use.
◼Ensure the LED has cooled sufficiently before removal.
◼Due to the vast range of LED modules available it may appear possible that more powerful LED’s can
be used in the equipment than for which it was designed. Even when the unit will physically accept a
higher wattage LED, this substitution is not recommended and is dangerous. This action will also void
any warranties on the equipment.
3 –Technical Information
This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification.
The L300 110W LED searchlight has the following features:
◼All marine grade materials and fixings.
◼Powder coated finish.
◼Pan rotation 450°.
◼Vertical movement ±40˚ (Deck & Deck Pedestal.
◼Vertical movement +30˚ to -25˚ (Cabin & Cabin Pedestal.
◼Economical 33,000-hour LED life.
◼Toughened super clear Optiwhite front glass.
◼Parabolic reflector.
◼Searchlight & Control Gear protected to IP66.
◼Searchlight weight 12 Kgs, PSU weight 2.5 Kgs, Pedestal 4.6Kgs, Cabin control assembly 2.3Kgs &
Cabin pedestal assembly 3.3Kgs.
The searchlight also performs to the following optical data:
◼Supply voltage –110/240v ac or 24v dc.
◼Luminous flux 13,900.
◼Colour temperature 6500K.
◼Range –1129 metres.
◼Divergence –7° spot 20˚flood.
◼Temperature range: -50 if optional heater is fitted.
In order that the searchlight operates correctly it is imperative that competent personnel are responsible
for the installation, operation and servicing of this equipment. Failure to adhere to this advice may cause
premature failure or incorrect operation of the searchlight, which may damage the equipment or cause
personal injury.
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4 - Unpacking and Installation Instructions
The following instructions should be read and fully understood prior to installing the equipment to ensure
that the correct procedures are followed, and all safety precautions are observed.
Note: If the equipment has been in storage for a considerable amount of time, it is advisable to
conduct a routine maintenance check on all parts before installation.
Safety Precautions
This equipment should not be connected to an electrical supply before being installed. Installation
procedures should be adhered to in order to ensure a safe working environment and reduce the risk of
damage or personal injury.
Preparing the Mounting Position
Mark out and drill the fixing holes through the deck, using the template provided. If anti-vibration mounts
are to be fitted, the fixing holes for the mounts should also be marked out and drilled. Prior to manoeuvring
the searchlight into its’ fixing position, the AV mounts should be fitted to the base.
In the case of cabin control models, a centre hole is also required to allow the mechanism to pass through.
Fit the ‘O’ ring in position and bolt the searchlight down securely. On an uneven surface it is necessary to
use a suitable sealant, such as silicone, to ensure a weatherproofed joint.
For cabin control models it is necessary to remove the Underdeck control assembly prior to installation.
Using the Allen key provided, the five grub screws on the Underdeck mechanism should be loosened to
allow the Underdeck control assembly to be removed. The outer tube can now be positioned through the
centre hole. The searchlight base can now be securely fixed as stated above.
Upon installation, re-assemble the Underdeck control mechanism ensuring the grub screws are secure
and the mechanism operates correctly.

Fitting Instructions for Cabin Model
Preparing the Mounting Position
Using the template provided mark out and drill the fixing holes through the deck or
cabin roof. In the case of cabin control models, a centre hole is also required to allow
the mechanism to pass through.
Mounting the Searchlight
For Deck Models:
Fit the ‘O’ ring in position and bolt the searchlight base securely down. On an uneven
surface it is necessary to use a suitable sealant, such as silicone, in order to ensure a
weather proofed joint.
For Cabin/Cabin Pedestal Models:
1. Remove the Base Lock Wheel. 2. Replace Lock Wheel with
M8 x 10 hexagon screw
in the bottom fixing
3. Now remove the following
items as these are only required
on deck models Barrel Lock Wheel,
Elevation Link and fixings
4. When installing the Under Deck mechanism, first
separate the following items. U-Piece Assembly,
M8 nyloc nut, M8 plain washer, M12 plain washer,
Rubber Bellows, Bellows Top Bush and the Push Rod
Top Bush
.

5.Remove the Blanking Plug 6.Insert the Under Deck through the centre hole
from the Bellows Bottom Bush. making sure it’s aligned as photos below
7. Fasten the Under Deck mechanism
Using the 3 off M6 x 16 screws 8. Re-Fit the following items:
and spring washers Push Rod Top Bush
9.Bellows Top Bush. 10. Bellows. 11. M12 plain washer. U-Piece Assy.
M8 plain washer. M8 nyloc nut.

12. Make sure the mechanism is in this position before tightening the M5 x 8 hexagon screw
onto the flat of the push rod
.
13.U-Piece fixings. 14. Fix the U-Piece Assembly using U-Piece fixings
make sure there is a plain washer
both sides of the U-Piece Bush.
15. Completed.
Make sure the Searchlight pans and tilts correctly.
For Pedestal Models:
Mark out and drill through cabin roof using the template provided.
Remove the cable gland in the base and replace with the blanking plug supplied.
Secure the pedestal to the deck using appropriate fixings and then mount the
searchlight to the pedestal and secure using the fixings provided. A drilled hole is also
required in the deck to allow for the connection to an electrical supply. The searchlight
is supplied with 3 metres of supply cable so that the installer can choose a suitable
connection point.

5 - Electrical Installation
For safety purposes, only competent personnel should perform the electrical installation. All equipment
should be installed to current Electrical Regulations and Standards.
In order to obtain the maximum light output from the searchlight, it is essential that the full operating
voltage of the LED fitted be applied to the LED contacts.
Method of Electrical Connection
1) Disconnect the supply before working on the electrical system.
2) The searchlight must be connected to a fused electrical supply, using suitably sized cable.
3) If the searchlight is located a considerable distance from the supply, provision must be made in the
cable size in order to overcome the voltage drop.
4) Whenever possible cable terminations should be made below deck and with approved terminal
devices.
5) If a spare auxiliary fuse or circuit breaker is not available, one of the correct type/rating should be
fitted and connected to a positive supply. It is advisable to locate a bus bar or main connection and
avoid any direct connection to the supply:
6) For 110/220v AC products, the following colour coding system should be used for the customer supply
cable:
Brown - Live
Blue - Negative
Green/Yellow - Earth
Installation Guideline
A typical installation and connection routine for the L300 110W LED 110/240v searchlight is as follows:
Referring to wiring diagram C27730, a supply is fed into the driver junction box, which then provides a
common feed to the searchlight.
Cables required to be connected by the customer: -
3 cores 1.5mm cable from the driver junction box to the Searchlight,
(Customer may need to provide a suitable junction box to this cable, 3 metres supplied).
The Mains cable to the driver junction box is to be supplied by the customer.
A typical installation and connection routine for the L300 110W LED 24v searchlight is as follows:
Referring to wiring diagram C28533, a supply is fed into the driver junction box, which then provides a
common feed to the searchlight.
Cables required to be connected by the customer: -
3 cores 1.5mm cable from the driver junction box to the Searchlight,
(Customer may need to provide a suitable junction box to this cable, 3 metres supplied).
The Mains cable to the driver junction box is to be supplied by the customer.

6 - Operating Instructions
This equipment is designed for use out of doors, in free air. Never place anything on or cover the
searchlight when in use as this may present a hazard.
The searchlight can be positioned using the elevation and base plate lockwheels. When in the desired
position the lockwheels should be securely fastened to maintain position.
The beam of the searchlight can be adjusted to give a variety of beam types. Using the focus knob on the
underside of the searchlight, the desired beam can be achieved for any particular application. The beam
will move through ‘spot’ to ‘flood’. In order to fix the beam type; simply release the knob at the desired
position
Using the template provided mark out and drill the fixing holes through the deck or cabin roof. In case of
cabin control models, a centre hole is also required to allow the mechanism to pass through.
On an uneven surface when bolting down the searchlight it is necessary to use a suitable sealant, such as
silicone, in order to ensure weather proofed joint.
Please note that if an optional heater is fitted, it is advisable to leave the heater permanently in the ‘ON’
position in order to remove any condensation. The heater specified on this equipment is self-regulating
and will shut off when the dew point temperature is reached.
This product should not be used for any purpose other than for which it was designed. Any
modifications to the product should not be undertaken without consulting the manufacturer.
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7- Fault Finding
All fault finding must be conducted by a competent person or qualified Electrical Engineer.
Failure of LED to light.
In the event of the LED failing to light the following steps should be taken:
1) Check that the mains supply is connected to the input of the LED driver and check all connections as
per the wiring diagram. On operation if the LED does not light, switch off mains supply and check all
fuses.
8 - Maintenance and Servicing
In order to prolong the service life and performance of your searchlight, the following maintenance
guidelines are recommended:
◼Maintenance checks should be conducted before every voyage or at least every three months.
◼Before checking, disconnect the equipment from the supply.
◼Visually inspect the condition of the equipment.
◼Any major or minor structural damage should be rectified immediately in order to reduce sympathetic
wear.
◼After inspection it may be necessary to clean the inside of the searchlight. The following procedure
should be adhered to:
◼Remove the front bezel.
◼Clean the front glass inside and out using a proprietary glass cleaner.
◼Clean the lenses if required.
◼It is advisable to check all seals and gaskets for signs of degradation. Renew if necessary.
◼Upon completing all maintenance requirements, the searchlight should be tested for full working order
(approximately 20 minutes).
◼Every six months the external movement mechanisms i.e. lockwheels, elevation and pan
mechanisms, should be lightly lubricated.
If in any doubt as to the correct servicing procedures to adopt please contact your
distributor/agent or the manufacturer who will be able to advise the best course of action for your
product.

9 - Wiring Diagrams & General Assemblies
Drawing Number Description
A6172 L300 110W LED Deck 110/240V General Assembly
A7201 L300 110W LED Deck 24V General Assembly
A6173 L300 110W LED Cabin 110/240V General Assembly
A7228 L300 110W LED Cabin 24V General Assembly
A6174 L300 110W LED Deck Pedestal 110/240V General Assembly
A7229 L300 110W LED Deck Pedestal 24v General Assembly
A6175 L300 110W LED Cabin Pedestal 110/240V General Assembly
A7230 L300 110W LED Cabin Pedestal 24V General Assembly
C27730 Wiring Diagram 110/240V
C28533 Wiring Diagram 24V
C27704 Driver Box Assembly 110/240V
C28484 Driver Box Assembly 24V