SX450-2000+E Rev.21082012E Safety
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2. Safety
The following safety instructions have to be strictly followed! Otherwise you put yourself
and others in danger.
2.1 General information
Intended use
The SX 450/ 2000 searchlight is designed for lighting large and far away objects. The
range of the searchlight is up to 9,600 m.
Because of its intense light power the searchlight may not be used to illuminate persons in
the nearby surroundings.
It is not suitable for illuminating, spaces on the ship or in buildings.
Danger! Unauthorised conversions and changes to the searchlight are not
allowed, since this can endanger persons and may damage the unit.
Only original spare parts may be used. Disregard will result in the loss of the
warranty claim and the approval for the device.
Risk of getting burned! Never touch the searchlight during operation without
protection. The casing can reach 140°C. Always allow the searchlight to cool
down before maintenance and repair work. In case of burns cool the injured area
immediately and seek medical help.
Risk of glare! Never look into the light source during operation. This is dangerous
for the eyes. Never point the searchlight directly at anyone.
Risk of crushing! Risk of shearing! Before rotating or tilting the searchlight
using the optional remote control: Make sure that there is nobody right beside it. A
persons limbs can get trapped between the searchlight and the moving
mechanism and sustain serious injured.
2.2 Handling Xenon lamps
Strictly follow the safety instructions below when handling Xenon lamps:
Risk of explosion! Xenon lamps are under a high pressure, even when they are
cold (20 bar). This pressure increases to 70 bar during operation. Therefore,
strictly follow the safety instructions below when handling Xenon lamps:
Transport
Always store and transport Xenon lamps in their protective sleeve.
• Keep the protective sleeve in a safe place after installation of the lamp
• Always immediately replace used Xenon lamps in their protective sleeve after
dismantling!
• Never touch the lamp with your fingers.
Operation
• Never touch the naked lamp bulb with your bare hands. Remove fingerprints
on the lamp before installation with an alcohol solution and a soft lint-free
cloth.
• Check the lamp for scratches, cracks or other damage before installation.
Don’t continue using damaged lamps.
• Pay attention to correct polarity. Incorrect polarity will immediately destroy the
lamp.
