PRODUCT SUPPORT MANUAL RCL-75 // Remote Control Searchlight System Model No.: RCL-75 Product No.: 1946 Y1-03-0158 Rev. J ACR Electronics, Inc., // 5757 Ravenswood Road // Fort Lauderdale // FL // 33312-6645 T: +1 (954) 981-3333 // F: +1(954) 983-5087 // www.ACRARTEX.
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Table of Contents SECTION 1 - HOW THE SEARCHLIGHT WORKS _________________ 3 SECTION 2 - PREPARING TO INSTALL ________________________ 3 SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION ________________________________ 6 SECTION 4 - OPERATION _________________________________ 10 SECTION 5 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE _____________________ 10 APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS ____________________________ 15 APPENDIX B - ACCESSORIES _______________________________ 16 APPENDIX C - DIAGRAMS OF CONFIGURATIONS _______________ 16 APPENDIX D - WARRAN
SECTION 1 - HOW THE SEARCHLIGHT WORKS The RCL-75 was specially designed for mariners who require a high intensity remote controlled searchlight that is compact, light weight and can stand up to the tough marine environment. The RCL-75 searchlight system contains an intense light beam that produces 180,000 peak candlepower by combining two 55W halogen lamps with unique optical quality, parabolic reflectors.
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Tools and fasteners needed for installation The following tools and marine-grade fasteners are needed for installation but are not included in the light kit. 4 each, 1/4” dia. bolts 4 each, Lock nuts OR 4 each, 1/4” dia.
bulkhead, use a cable outlet (available at marine hardware stores). Wire should be supported where necessary by the use of cable straps. The location selected must be sufficiently rigid to support the weight of the total installation. Also consider surrounding hazards such as equipment movement, hatches being opened, accidental covering, personnel traffic, etc. Depending on the location selected, your light will need 1/4” diameter stainless steel bolts, nuts, and washers.
CAUTION: The connectors on each side of the wire harness are different. Test fit connector to switch before running the harness to the light. For ease of installation, a 17-foot (5.18 meter) wiring harness to connect the remote control to the light has been supplied. The wire should be run from the Point Pad™ to the light. Do not run wire near sharp edges. When passing through bulkheads, use a cable outlet (available at marine hardware stores).
When the flush mount option is selected, cut a rectangular hole in the dashboard location using the Point Pad™ Flush Mount Template supplied in the Mounting Templates. Use the gasket, washers, nuts, and the two U-Clamps provided to secure the Point Pad™. Use a sealant around the cut out to protect from moisture intrusion. Make sure there are no obstructions behind the area where the switch is to be located. (i.e. bulkheads, wires, plumbing, hardware.
Figure 6-Shapeable plate (purchased separately) Remove the deck mounting plate from the light base (4 Allen bolts). Save the bolts and washers. Locate the mounting plate on the spot that you want your light. Rotate the plate so that the arrows are pointing forward and the length of the arrow is aligned parallel to the keel. Mark the 4 mounting holes, starting with the hole marked “Front” on the mounting plate. Mounting holes are in 90° increments.
Seat the light assembly on the deck mount. Make sure the key is mated and the gasket edge is not pinched. Reinstall the four (4 ) stainless steel Allen bolts with the flat washer next to the plastic and the lock washer under the bolt head. (Allen wrench for these bolts is furnished). Tighten securely. SECTION 4 - OPERATION The remote control Point Pad™ is simple to operate. A red LED lights to indicate that power is available. A green LED lights when the RCL-75 is in use.
Remove the light from its mounting location. Lamps should be changed in an environment that includes good lighting and protection from the weather, i.e., in a suitable work place. 2) Remove top cover (4 top screws at sides of front, and 4 counter sunk Phillips screws attaching top cover to lower case). Use L wrench furnished with light (see Figure 8). 3) Carefully remove top cover by lifting straight up (see Figure 9). Figure 8 Figure 9 4) Observe shape and position of the bulb wire loop (see Figure 10).
6) At the point where the grey bulb wire passes through the partition wall, remove the sealant with a razor, screwdriver or snips. Beneath the sealant is a wire sleeve. Hold this sleeve with needle nose pliers and push through the partition wall (see Figure 12). 7) Gently remove the entire reflector assembly from the body (see Figure 13). Figure 12 Figure 13 8) Place the reflector assembly face down. 9) Remove rubber sleeve (see Figure 14).
12) Install new bulb, aligning the larger hole toward the back of the tube with the G-clip hole. Do not touch bulb with bare hands (see Figure 16). 13) Re-install G-clip. 14) Install the rubber sleeve over the base of the reflector, flush to the G-clip. 15) Hold the reflector assembly in one hand and feed the bulb wires through the partition (see Figure 17). Figure 16 Figure 17 16) Seal metal sleeves on the bulb wires half way through the partition wall (see Figure 18).
block and screw tightened securely. Gather wires together and install new cable ties (see Figure 19). 21) Replace the top cover carefully, making sure the partition is seated in its proper groove and the screw holes at the front match the metal braces. 22) Reinstall the four (4) long cover screws starting from the back and work forward, then install the two (2) top screws at each side (total of 4). Tighten all screws securely, taking care not to over-tighten.
APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are for the RCL-75 with remote control Point Pad™ RCL-75 Specifications Power requirements 12 – 14 Volts DC Current draw 10 Amps Power wire leads 14 Gauge Wire harness 17’ minimum with Molex® quick connect locking connectors on each end Peak beam candle power 180,000 candela* Lamp Dual beam 55 watt halogen Reflector size 6” x 4.5” Beam spread (degrees) Horizontal 8° Approx. Vertical 3° Approx.
APPENDIX B - ACCESSORIES The following are options and replacement parts that can be ordered for your searchlight: Item Replacement bulbs: 55W/12V lamp, halogen, 200hr operating life Base gasket nd 2 station cable harness, 17' (5.2m) length, water proof connector Riser, 1 inch (2.
Figure 21-Installation with extension cable harness Figure 22-Installation with second Point Pad™ station Y1-03-0158 Rev.
APPENDIX D - WARRANTY, NOTICES Limited Warranty This product is warranted against factory defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 (one) year* from date of purchase or receipt as a gift. During the warranty period ACR Electronics, Inc. will repair or, at its option, replace the unit at no cost to you for labor, materials and return transportation from ACR. For further assistance, please contact our Technical Service Department at ACR Electronics, Inc.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ACR Electronics, Inc. hereby declares that the following product is in conformity with Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC Directive).
