Guest 503A BEAMER User manual

MODEL 503A
BEAMER
REMOTE CONTROL
SPOT/FLOOD LIGHT
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT !
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.730372

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Description
TheGUEST503spot/floodlightusesarevolutionarydual-focushalogenbulb. Selectthe100watt,
narrow-beam spotlight for illuminating objects up to 1 mile away or the 55 watt wide-areafloodlight
fordockinganddecklighting.
All Guest Beamer spotlightscanrotate355°andmoveupanddownthroughan80°arc. Although
themodel503Acannotbeupgradedforwirelesscontrol,multiplecontrol
panelscanbeinstalledusingthe728830-Pdualstationcontrol.
Thisspotlightcomescompletewithoneremotecontrolpanelanda15foot(4.6m)controlcable.
Thisunitisdesignedfor12voltoperationonly.
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#Tools and additional materials required
Electric drill with 1/2"(13mm), 5/16"(8mm) and 3/16"(5mm) bits
Wire crimping tool
Phillips-head screwdriver
27/16", (11mm) wrenches
Non-silicon sealant (StarBriteBoat Caulk #83801 or equivalent.)
41/4" (6mm) Stainless Steel pan or socket head machine bolts
(Bolt length = mounting surface thickness plus 1" (25mm)
41/4" (6mm) Stainless Steel large O.D. flat fender washers, lock washers and
hex nuts.
1 10 amp fuse and fuse holder (or circuit breaker)
1 2 amp fuse and fuse holder (or circuit breaker)
Marine grade plywood
You will also need marine grade stranded, 2-conductor, 12-gauge wire to
connect the spotlight and the control panel to 12-
volt DC power sources.
(Use 10-gauge wire if the light will be more than 30 feet (9mm) from its
power source.)

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Installation
Mounting the Spotlight
1. Select a horizontal , smooth surface to mount the spot/flood light on. Be sure you will have
access to the underside of the chosen location, and that you will be able to drill holes there
without damaging existing wiring or structures. Avoid locations where lines, anchors, sails or
otherhazardsmightcausedamagetothelight.
NOTE: Mountingthelightasfarforwardorashigh as possible can help to reduce reflected glare
fromthedeckwhenthelightisinuse.
2. Remove the large foam gasket from the box and use it as a template for the footprint of the
light. Note: Front mounting holes are further apart than rear mounting holes. Mark the location
ofthefourcornerholesandthecenterholesquarelyontothemountingsurfacewithpencil.
3. Drill four 5/16" (8mm) holes and one ½” in the center through the mounting surface at the
markedpoints.
NOTE: Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhenusingpowertools.
4. Install the foam gasket on to the base of the spot/flood light, making sure that all eight wires exit
throughthecenterholeinthegasket.
5. Feed the eight wires coming out of the base of the light through the center hole in the mounting
surface. A small amount of a non-silicone sealant, (such as StarBriteBoat Caulk #83801),
canbeappliedtowheretheboltsandthewirespenetratethemountingsurface.
CAUTION!
Siliconebasedsealantsmaycausedamagetothefoamgasketortothebaseofthelight.
6. Itisrecommendedthatyouusemarinegradeplywoodasaback-plate.
7. Place the light on the mounting surface, lens facing forward, and align the 4 holes in the light
baseandthefoamgasketwiththe4cornerholesdrilledintothemountingsurface.
8. Fasten the spot/flood light securely to the mounting surface using four 1/4" (6mm) bolts, flat
washers,lockwashers and nuts(notincluded). Do not overtighten. Largeflatfender washers
are recommended.
9. Install the gray control cable between the light and the planned location of the control panel.
Avoidrunningthecableacrosssharpedgesorwhereitmaybeexposedtoextremeheat.

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Mounting the Control Panel
1. Selectaconvenientmountinglocationforthecontrolpanel. Besureyouwillhaveaccessto
the area behind the location, and that you will be able to drill holes there without damaging
existing wiring or structures. Do not place the control where it could interfere with the safe
operation of the vessel or vehicle. Avoid mounting the control panel on a curved surface, or
flatonitsbackinalocationthatwouldbeexposedtodirectrainorspray.
2. Use the small foam gasket included in the box as a template to mark the location of the
holes to be drilled. Drill two 3/16” (5mm) holes for the mounting screws and one ½” (13mm)
hole in center through the mounting surface as shown in sketch below (not to scale), make
surethattheholesarehorizontaltoeachother.
1.5"[38mm]
3.0"[76.5mm]
2 Places
3/16"[5mm] hole
hole
1/2"[13mm]
reference
3.26"[82.8mm]
reference
3.9"[100.2mm]
3. Feed all of the Control Panel wires through the center hole of the small gasket, then place
thegasketunderneaththecontrolthroughthetwothreadedmounts.
Feedallthecontrolwiresthroughthe½”(13mm)drilledholeofmountingsurface, asmall
amountofanon-siliconesealant,(suchasStarBriteBoat Caulk #83801) can be applied
wherethewirespenetratethemountingsurface.
Fastenthecontrolontomountingsurfaceusingtheprovided twoflatfenderwashers and
locknuts.Tightenthenutsenoughtoslightlycompressthesmallgasket.
Electrical Connections
TheGuestModel503spot/floodlighthastwotypesofwiringconnections.
Theyare:
•Power supply wires -the larger red (+) and black (−)wires that bring 12 volts DC power to
thespot/floodlightandtothecontrolpanel.

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•Control cable wires -the small wires within a gray casing that carry your commands from
thecontrolpaneltothespot/floodlight.
CAUTION!
DO NOT CONNECT THE CONTROL WIRES (with connectors)
TO ANY SUPPLY WIRES.
DO NOT REVERSE THE RED (POSITIVE) AND BLACK (NEGATIVE) POWER WIRES.
This spot/flood light requires a source of 12 volt DC power that is capable of supplying 10 amps of
current even when other equipment is operating. For best results, run two new wires from the red
(+)positive and black (−) negative power wires of the light directly to the main 12 volt DC
accessorypanel. Installfuse and fuseholdersasshown in diagram. A10ampcircuit breakercan
be installed instead of an in-line 10 amp fuse. If the light will be less than 30 feet (9m) from its
power source, use 12 gauge (3mm) power supply wires. If the distance will be more than 30 feet
(9m),use10gauge(5mm)wires.
Completethewiringconnectionsasshownbelow:
Foam Gasket
10-12 ga. Butt Connector
10 Amp Fuse
(or circuit breaker)
Black
12 volts DC
Red
12 volts DC
1.
Connect Spotlight cable wires to SAME
color wires of provided cable
Cable Male Plugs
on this end
2. Connect control cable wires to
SAME color wires of provided cable
18-22 ga. Butt Connector
Black
12 volts DC
Red
12 volts DC 2Amp
Fuse
CONTROL
PANEL

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Operation
To move the spotlight, press one of the directional switches firmly. By pressing a horizontal switch
andaverticalswitchtogether,thelightwillmovebothverticallyandhorizontallyatthesametime.
Pressing the Green center switch once will activate the 100 watt spotlight beam. Pressing the
same switch 2 or 4 times will turn off all lights. Pressing the same switch 3 times will activate the 55
wattfloodlightbeam. Thisappliesoninitialstartuporifpowerhasbeendisconnected.
Precautions
DO NOT lookdirectlyintothespotlightorfloodlightwhileitisoperating.
DO NOT cover the light with a fabric cover or any other flammable material. Accidental activation
mayresultinafirehazard.
DO turn the spotlight toward the control station when not in use. If the spotlight is accidentally
activated during daylight, the operator will be more likely to notice and turn the spotlight off before
drainingabattery.
Maintenance
Under normal conditions, mild detergent and water will be sufficient to keep the spotlight clean.
Avoid using caustic chemicals or abrasives as they may damage the housing. No lubrication is
necessary.
Green LED:
Any Control Switch Activated
LEFT RIGHT
UP
DOWN
This Red LED:
Spot Light Is ON
This Red LED:
Flood Light Is ON
Light ON/OFF Switch
Also For Switching Between
SPOT & FLOOD Lights

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For replacement parts you can call the Guest Co. at 203-235-4421 or contact your local
dealer. Replacementbulbkit 729494
ControlPanel 729829-P
Lowermotor U-3135
RelayPCboard(503AspotlightBase) 729978
ExtensionCableKit 729528
Safety glass lens B-23186
GasketforControl 729962
BasemountinggasketforSpotlight 728372
Spot/FloodReflector D-23127-1
DualStationKit 729830-P
NOTE:
THE CONTROL PANELS USED WITH GUEST MODELS 500A, 501A, OR 502A WILL NOT
OPERATETHEMODEL503ASPOT/FLOODLIGHT.
Troubleshooting
Under normal use, your Guest Beamer spotlight will provide you with many years of
reliable service.
If an operational problem occurs:
Confirm that all fuses are intact. If a fuse has blown, do not replace the fuse until the
causeoftheproblemhasbeenlocated andcorrected. NEVERreplaceablownfusewithahigher
valuefuse.
Most problems are caused by poor wiring connections. Confirm that all wiring
connectionsareaccurate andwell made.Besurethatthe spotlightandcontrolareconnected toa
12 volt DC power source capable of supplying 10 amps even while other equipment is operating.
(Seediagramonpage5.)
If the spotlight does not move or light, remove the 4 bolts that fasten the spotlight onto
the mounting surface and gently lift the light until you can see inside itsbase. Avoidcuttingany
wires. Gently inspect the base for broken connections. Examine the circuit board for loose plug
connectors,blackenedcomponentsorcorrosion.Replacethecircuitboardifitappearsdamaged.
If there are no loose wires or signs of water penetration, re-install the spotlight and then replace
the control pad. If there signs of waterdamage, return the spotlight and control to the Guest Co.
Service Department for repair, include information about how and where the spotlight was
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If the spotlight moves properly but does not light,examinethehalogenbulb. Replace
it if it appears discolored or broken. If the bulb appears normal, test for a faulty relay by listening
at the base of the light while someone else activates the bulb using the control panel. If no "click"
isaudible,orifa"chattering"soundisnotheard,replacetheRelay PC board. NOTE:Lowvoltage
orafaultycircuitboardmaycausesimilarsymptoms.
If the spotlight will not move left or right but operates normally otherwise, listen at the
base of the light while someone else presses the left or right directionalbuttons. Ifthelowermotor
makesnosoundwhenitisactivated,replacethelowermotor.
If the spotlight does not move in one direction only (up, but not down or left, but not
right),andthewiringhasbeenchecked,replacethecontrolpanel.
If your light has a problem that is not described above, contact the GUEST Co. Service Department
forassistance.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one (1) year from the date of original purchase, The Guest Co. will, at its discretion, repair
or replace for the original consumer, free of charge, any parts found defective in material or
workmanship. Alltransportationchargesunderthiswarrantymustbebornebytheconsumer.
Proof of purchase is required: A computerized register receipt is required. Hand-written
receipts are not accepted for warranty proof of purchase. In the absence of a receipt, warranty
periodwillbecalculatedfromdateofmanufactureprintedorstampedontheproduct.
There is no other expressed warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from the date of purchase. This is
theexclusiveremedyandconsequentialdamagesareexcludedwherepermittedbylaw.
Tel: [phone] Email:[email protected]
Fax:[phone] Website:www.marinco.com
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