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User Instruction & Installation Manual FR380 Remote Control Explorer Tungsten Halogen Searchlight Product Reference Number: A2542 – FR380RC Explorer 115/240v 650/1000w A2541 – FR380RC Explorer 24v 150/250w Manufacturers details: Distributor details: Manual Part Number: C23299 Issue : 3 Francis Searchlights Ltd Union Road, Bolton Lancashire,[...]
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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 Assembly 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 Franc is Searchlights range. All Francis products are designed to give complete customer satisfac tion and are manufactur[...]
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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 search light into its fixi ng position, suitable lifting points must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury. Prevent rain, snow, c[...]
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3 - Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in acco rdance with the product specification. The FR380RC searchlight has the following features: All marine grade materials and fixings; Parabolic glass reflector; Stove enamel painted; 365° horizontal rotation; Vertical movement +25° to -25°; Motor spe[...]
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4 - Unpacking and Installation Instructions The following instructions should be read and full y understood prior to installing the equipment to ensure that the correct proc edures are followed and all safe ty precautions are observed. Note: If the equipment has been in storage for a considerable amount of time, it is advisable to conduct a routine[...]
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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 li ght output from the searchlight, it is essential that the full operating voltage of the lamp fitted be applied to t[...]
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Installation Guidelines A typical installation and connection routine for the FR380RC Low Voltage searchlight is as follows: Referring to wiring diagram C23291, a supply is fed to the control panel, which then provides a common feed to the motor gearbox and the searchlight. The searchlight has been pre-wired with 3 mete rs of cable from the gearbox[...]
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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 remotely positioned via the joystick control panel, with the facility for movement up, down, left and right. When in the desired position the joys[...]
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When fitting the lamp: - Always isolate the equipment from the supply when inserting a lamp; - Ensure the circuit is suitably fused; - Ensure the lamp is of the correct power rating and type; - Check lampholder is in good condit ion. If the contacts show any sign of corrosion, replace the lampholder; - Check the lampholder is in a good dry conditio[...]
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7- Fault Finding All fault finding must be conducted by a competent person or qualified Electrical Engineer. Failure of Lamp to light Causes : 1) Power not supplied; 2) Fuse blown; 3) Failed lamp Remedy : 1) Check voltage at supply. If supply is not present t he fault is at the customer supply. If power is present, see remedy 2; 2) Check fuse for v[...]
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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 very voyage or at least every three months; Before checking, disconnect the equipment from the supply; Visually inspect the condition [...]
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9 - Wiring Diagrams and General Assembly Drawing Number Description A2542 FR380RC Explorer H.V G.A A2541 FR380RC Explorer L.V G.A C23293 H.V Explorer RC Wiring Diagram C23291 L.V Explorer RC Wiring Diagram C22848 High Voltage Control Panel C22431 Low Voltage Control Panel C23603 Junction Box Assembly[...]
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10 - Spare Parts List The following spare parts can be order ed directly from the manufacturer: Part Number Description Searchlight Spares D14795 24v 150w 300HRS GX6.35 Tungsten Halogen Lamp D4695 24v 250w 2000HRS GX6.35 Tungsten Halogen Lamp D9851 24v 250w 300HRS GX6.35 Tungsten Halogen Lamp D1809 115v 1Kw GX9.5 Tungsten Halogen Lamp D6715 220v 1K[...]