walimex daylight 360 User manual

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13. Disposal and environment protection
Your device should be disposed free of charge at the local disposal points.
14. Technical specifications
Device
Power supply AC 220 - 2 0 V / 50 Hz
Weight approx. kg
Vertical pivoting radius 180 °
Dimensions incl. Octagon
Softbox (HxWxD) approx. 80 cm x 80 cm x 49 cm
Accessories Lamps, front diffuser, rear diffuser
Lamps
Spiral Daylight
(energy-saving lamp), which
comply to EN 60 57 Page 155
x 24 W
Colour temperature 5200 - 5500 K
Socket E27
Permitted operation
tempearture -10 °C to + 40 °C
Storage conditions Dry and dust-free in carton at
-20 °C to +50 °C
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Copy of Instruction Manual
Daylight 3 0 with Octagon Softbox Ø 80 cm
Gewerbering 26
86666 Burgheim
Tel. +49 84 2 / 9489-0
Fax. +49 84 2 / 9489 - 8
eMail: [email protected]
www.foto-walser.de

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Content
1. How to understand the instruction manual................................... 4
1.1 Markings on the device ..................................................................... 4
1.2 Markings in the manual ..................................................................... 4
2. Important safety notes.................................................................. 5
3. Unpack and check the device ........................................................ 8
4. Overview about the parts ............................................................. 9
5. Quick start guide ......................................................................... 10
. Preparation for operation ........................................................... 10
6.1 Mount on tripod (optional) ............................................................. 10
6.2 Mount Octagon Softbox .................................................................. 11
6. Screw in and out of lamps ............................................................... 11
6.4 Connect to power supply ................................................................. 12
7. Operation of the device .............................................................. 12
7.1 Adjust tilt angle ................................................................................ 12
7.2 Switch on and off of device and lamps…………………………..……………..12
8. Transportation and storage ......................................................... 12
9. Solve problems ........................................................................... 13
10. Maintenance ............................................................................... 14
10.1 Continuous inspections ................................................................... 14
10.2 Cleaning ........................................................................................... 14
10. Change lamps .................................................................................. 15
11. Accessories and options .............................................................. 15
12. Spare parts .................................................................................. 15
13. Disposal and environment protection ......................................... 1
14. Technical specifications ............................................................... 1
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Daylight 3 0 Cleaning
Housing Use a microfiber cloth to remove light and
stubborn dirt
Lamps Wipe off with dust brush or dry, soft cloth
ADVICE:
Don´t clean the lamps with water. Even
small residues on the lamps could lead to
bursting
Octagon Softbox Use a microfiber cloth to remove light and
stubborn dirt
10. Change lamps
WARNING
Please just use lamps, which are conform with the required
specifications.
See Technical Specifications.
1. Screw lamps out and in.
See Screw in and out of lamps.
11. Accessories and options
You can find extensive accessories for your device in our webshop.
12. Spare parts
Part of the device Item number
Lamp (walimex Spiral Daylight 24 W) 15 6

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10. Maintenance
10.1 Continuous inspections
What you should do? Before every
operation
With every
change
Check all cables and plugs for damages
In case of damage:
WARNING! Danger of electric shock
and fire through short-circuit. The device
should be repaired by an electrician
immediately
X
Check, if the lamps are screwed in firmly
In case of damage:
WARNING! Danger of electric shock
and fire through short-circuit. The device
should be repaired by an electrician
immediately
X
Check, if the Octagon Softbox is mounted
correctly X
10.2 Cleaning
WARNING
Danger of cutting and splitting through breaking or bursting lamps
Don´t let the lamps fall down.
Don´t touch the lamp with bare hands. Just touch the lamp at the plastic
socket or wear clean cotton gloves or use a clean cloth.
WARNING
Danger of electric shock
−The contact with moisture or water should be avoided.
−Unplug the power cord before cleaning the device.
ADVICE: ust use the following specified cleaning supplies.
Thank you very much for your confidence. We wish you much pleasure and
success with your new device.
The walimex Daylight 60 with Octagon Softbox Ø 80 cm is a powerful,
energy-saving continuous light, which is especially developed for ambitious
beginners and professional users in film and studio photography.
The main features of your device as follows:
−stable light with constant colour temperature
−tiltable and rotatable socket, which fits on every common lamp tripod
−very lightweight
−Octagon Softbox approx. Ø 80cm
−reduced heat development through cold light source
−Please read these instructions carefully before using your device for
the first time. It includes everything you need to know to avoid
physical injuries and damages.
−Please pay attention to all safety notes in this instruction manual.
−Please keep this manual safe. In case of selling or leaving the device
to other persons, please don´t forget to hand this manual over as
well.

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1. How to understand the instruction manual
1.1 Markings on the device
This marking mean, that your device meets the safety
requirements of all relevant European Directives.
This marking mean, that your device should be disposed in
the local disposal points.
1.2 Markings in the manual
Marking Meaning
Indicates the handling and consequences of safety
notes.
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in a serious injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
ADVICE
:
Indicates poten
tially physical damages and other
important information in connection with your
device.
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2. Let the device cool down completely.
WARNING! Danger of burning through hot parts. Let the device cool
down completely.
. Screw out lamp and store it securely.
See Screw in and out of lamps.
4. Demount power cord.
5. Clean the device if necessary.
See Cleaning.
6. Demount Octagon Softbox.
7. Put the device and all demounted elements in one carton and carry and
store them according to the requirements in the technical
specifications. See Technical specifications.
9. Solve problems
Problem Possible reason Remedy
Device is switched on,
but has no function
Power cord is not
plugged or plugged
incorrect
Plug in the power
cord correctly
Lamps do not light up
Micro-fuse is defect Change micro-fuse,
see Change micro-
fuse
Lamps are switched
off
Switch on lamps, see
Screw in and out of
lamp
Lamps are not
screwed in firmly
Screw the lamp more
firmly into the socket

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6.4 Connect to power supply
1. Switch off device.
See Switch on and off of the device.
2. Compare the local power supply with the connected load of the device.
See Technical specifications.
If the values differ, please contact [e-mail] or tel. +49 84 2
/ 9489-0.
. Connect the power cord with the socket on the device and with the
power socket.
7. Operation of the device
7.1 Adjust tilt angle
1. Open tilt lever.
2. Adjust the required tilt angle.
. Tighten tilt lever.
7.2 Switch the device and lamp on and off
The lamps can be switched on and off through the On/Off tappet switch.
1. Switch on device and lamp:
Set On/Off tappet switch on I.
The lamps light up.
2. Switch off device and lamp:
Set On/Off tappet switch on O.
The lamps will go out.
8. Transportation and storage
1. Switch off device.
See Switch on and off of the device.
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2. Important safety notes
WARNING
Risk of eye injury
The optical radiation of the lamps could blind your eyes and lead to
afterimages, if persons and animals look into the lamp directly. This could
lead to injuries. Please avoid persons and animals looking into the flash
directly.
WARNING
Danger of crashing, entrapment and fire through the falling down of the
device
The weight of the device is approx. 3 kg.
−Make sure, that the device is always positioned tilt and skid resistant
and stored securely.
−Keep out of reach of children and animal. They could overturn the
device.
−Avoid placing cables where they can be tripped over. The device could
be overturned.
WARNING
Danger of electric shock, burn hazard
Please note, that the device is still connected with the supply voltage
even if it is switched off. Just after disconnecting the device from the
power supply through pulling out the power cable, the device is actually
de-energized.
−Switch off your device when it is not in use.
−Switch off your device before mounting and maintenance and
disconnect from power supply.
−Protect your device against unintended switching-on.
−Unplug the power cord, if the flash is not in use for a long time.
WARNING
Danger of electric shock, fire through short-circuit
A short-circuit could be caused through defect cables and through

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humidity or moisture. A short-circuit can warm up the conductors, so that
there isolation will melt or even melt thoroughly. This could lead to fire.
−Please just use the original cables, which are included in delivery.
They are aligned for your device and guarantee the necessary safety
for you and your device.
−Don´t operate the device with wet hand or feet.
−Operate the device only in dry rooms.
−Don´t operate the device outdoors.
−Please only follow this instruction manual for cleaning the device.
−Make sure, that cables and conductors won´t be damaged. Damages
could be caused through heat impact, chemical influence or through
mechanical impacts as rubbing, bending, tearing, rolling over or
nibbling animals.
−Prevent your device for falling-off.
In case of falling-off, please let an electrician check the device before
switching on again.
−If your device should be damaged or defect or if you notice a burning
smell:
Disconnect the power supply by pulling out the power cord
immediately. Never operate your device with damaged housing,
damaged reflector, defect lamps or damaged power cord. Don´t open
the device. Never repair the device on your own. The device should
only be repaired by electricians.
−Please follow this instruction manual for maintaining your device.
−Please just use spare parts, which are conform to the required
specifications.
See Technical Specifications.
WARNING
Fire danger through overheating
The device can overheat, if you operate it with covered ventilation slots.
The accessories can overheat, if it does not comply with the necessary
specifications.
The device itself, accessories and easily inflammable materials in close
distance could catch fire.
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6.2 Mount Octagon Softbox
1. Put the Octagon Softbox cover over the Daylight.
2. Insert the rods in the provided holes at the lamp
ring.
. Insert the rods in the lugs at the edges of the
Octagon. The black lug can be opened as to facilitate the tension and in
the end it should be closed sturdily. The Softbox cover can be tightened
through the lugs on the device.
4. After mounting the lamps, see Screw in and out of lamps, you can
attach the rear diffuser on the Velcro fastener.
5. Put the front diffuser over the Octagon Softbox.
6. Screw in and out of lamps
WARNING
Danger of cutting and splitting through breaking or bursting lamp
Don´t let the lamp fall down.
Don´t touch the lamps with bare hands. Just touch the lamp at the plastic
socket or wear clean cotton gloves or use a clean cloth.
ADVICE:
Possible discolouration through burn marks on the lamps.
1. Switch off device.
See Switch device on and off.
2. Disconnect from power supply:
Plug out power cord.
. Let the device cool down.
CAUTION! Danger of burning on the lamps. Let the device cool down
for approx. 15 minutes.
4. Screw in lamps:
Screw in lamps carefully.
WARNING! Danger of electric shock. Always screw in all three lamps
as to avoid touching in the sockets, when the device is switched on.
5. Screw out lamps:
Screw out lamps carefully and store them securely.

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5. Quick start guide
ADVICE:
The detailed instruction for the following operations can be found in the
respective chapters in this instruction manual.
Keep the sequences of the following operation steps when using the device
for the first time to avoid damages on the device.
WARNING
Please note the safety notes in the respective chapters throughout
operation.
•Mount the device on a tripod (optional).
•Mount Octagon Softbox.
•Screw in lamps.
•Adjust tilt angle.
•Connect to power supply.
•Switch device and lamps on/off.
. Preparation for operation
6.1 Mount the device on a tripod (optional)
ADVICE:
Please note the user information of the tripod manufacturer.
WARNING
Select a tripod of suitable weight and dimensions. See Technical
Specifications.
Make sure, that the tripod with the mounted device has a tilt and skid
resistant stand.
1. Loose locking knurl.
2. Mount the device on the tripod.
. Tighten locking knurl.
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−Please just use accessories and spare parts, which are conform to the
required specifications.
See Technical Specifications.
−Lamps, which are damaged or deformed through heat, should be
exchanged immediately.
−Remove easily inflammable materials, which are in close distance to
the device.
CAUTION
Danger of burning on hot parts
The lamps could heat up up to 70°C.
−Don´t touch the parts during operation and cooling down.
−Please cool down your device completely before starting any
mounting or maintenance arrangements.
WARNING
Danger of cutting and splitting through breaking lamps,
possible discolouration on the lamps
Lamps can break and split, when they fall down.
Even small residues of skin oil on the lamps could lead, due to the high
heat impact, to the splitting of the lamp. Broken glass could hurt eyes and
skin.

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−Please handle the lamps with care to avoid bursting.
−Don´t touch the lamps with bare hands. Just touch the lamp at the
plastic socket or wear clean cotton gloves or use a clean cloth.
−Avoid touching the flash tube accidentally when mounting or
changing accessories.
−Please just use lamps, which comply to EN 0357 Page 3155.
3. Unpack and check the device
1. Please unpack the device carefully.
2. Please check, if the delivery is complete:
•1 Daylight 60
o1 Octagon Reflector Cover
o8 Rods
o Lamps
o1 Front diffuser
o1 Rear diffuser
•1 Instruction manual in German and English.
3. Please check, if the delivery is undamaged.
ADVICE: If the delivery should be uncomplete or damaged, please
contact [e-mail] or our service hotline with the telephone
number +49 84 32 / 9489-0.
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4. Overview about the parts
A Octagon Softbox approx. Ø 80 cm
B Lamps
C Loop Closure Octagon
D Tilt Lever
E On/Off Tappet Switch
F Power Cord
G Front Diffuser
A
D
G
F
E
C
B