OctaCool Fluorescent Light INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on your purchase of the Impact OctaCool Fluorescent Light Kit. Enjoy the many benefits of a continuous fluorescent light, such as less power used than typical flash units, cooler operation, cheaper replacement lamps, and “what you see is what you get” lighting as there are no surprises as to how the light will fall. Please read these operating instructions and safety precautions before operating this equipment. Features • • • • Includes a 29.
Assembly The Impact OctaCool Fluorescent Light comes in 6-light and 9-light models. The illustrations in this guide show a 9-light model, but the 6-light model is assembled the same way. Place the OctaCool light head face up on a flat surface. 1 Place the OctaCool softbox around the light head. It will take shape with the following steps. 2 Insert the first tension rod in any of the eight pockets at the outer edge of the OctaCool softbox.
Assembly (continued) Insert the other end of the tension rod into the speedring hole on the side of the light head. 4 Insert the next rod at the exact opposite side (180°) of the first rod that was inserted. Insert one end into the correct pocket on the OctaCool softbox first, and then insert the other end into the light head. 5 Insert the next two rods at a 90° angle from the first two rods that were inserted. Follow the same steps as the first two rods.
Insert the remaining rods, always placing one rod, and then the next on the opposite side. Once all rods are placed, the OctaCool softbox will firm up and take shape. 7 Close the touch-fastener strips on the back of the OctaCool softbox to ensure t hat it fits tightly. This will prevent any light leaks. 8 Close the touch-fastener strips on the back of the OctaCool softbox to ensure t hat it fits tightly. This will prevent any light leaks.
Assembly (continued) Screw in all of the fluorescent lamps. Only touch the base of the lamp; never touch the glass itself. The oils on your hand can shorten the life of the bulb. 10 If desired, attach the internal diffusion baffle to the metal clips hanging on the inside of the OctaCool softbox. For stronger light, you can leave out the internal diffuser.
Stretch the diffuser over the edge of the OctaCool softbox. Make certain that the diffuser fits tightly on all sides. 12 Mount the light head onto a light stand with a standard 5/8˝ stud and use the four-pronged knob to tighten it. Use the ratcheting tilt lock handle to adjust the head’s tilt. To adjust the ratchet, pull the handle outward and move to the desired position. Tilt Lock Handle Light Stand Lock Knob 13 Insert the included power cable to the back of the light head.
Operating Instructions Each switch on the back panel controls either one or two bulbs. With the OctaCool 9 you can select to have only one bulb on, all bulbs on, or any number of bulbs in between. The OctaCool 6 allows you to select 2, 4 or 6 bulbs. Each compact fluorescent bulb may take up to five minutes to reach its full brightness, but will output 1400 lumens. All six bulbs in the OctaCool 6 will give off 8400 lumens.
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Disassembly Ensure that all of the power controls on the back of the light head are in the OFF position. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 1 Unplug the power cord from the back of the light head. 2 Release the light stand locking knob and remove the light head from the light stand.
Remove the OctaCool diffuser by pulling it off. 4 Detach the internal diffusion baffle from the metal clips hanging on the inside of the OctaCool softbox. 5 Unscrew all of the fluorescent lamps. Only touch the base of t he lamp; never touch the glass i tself. The oils on your hand can shorten the life of the bulb. Never transport your OctaCool light head without first removing all of the fluorescent lamps.
Disassembly (continued) Detach all the touch-fastener strips on the back of the OctaCool softbox. 7 Remove any single tension rod from the light unit. 8 Remove the rod from the pocket on the opposite end. Next, remove the rod at the exact opposite side, and repeat the process until all rods are removed.
Specifications Input Voltage Lamps Ballast Mounting Octacool 6 Weight Octacool 9 Weight Dimensions 110-120V AC; 60Hz; 3.5A draw 27-32W screw-in fluorescent (daylight balanced 5000°-5500°K) In lamps 5/8˝ standard stud Light head: 2.8 lb. (1.2 kg) Complete Kit: 10.1 lb. (4.6 kg) Light head: 3.2 lb. (1.45 kg) Complete Kit: 12.5 lb. (5.6 kg) Light head: 9˝ (29 cm) diameter OctaCool softbox: 29.
Safety and Maintenance Safety Notes • • • • • • • • • • • • Turn the power OFF and unplug the power cord when the light is not in use Do not use the light in an environment where moisture may come in contact with the unit A fire hazard exists if flammable materials are placed in close proximity to the lamps Do not use your light in an environment where flammable vapors are present Do not restrict the ventilation holes when the light is in use Always switch OFF the power and disconnect the power cord before
One-Year Limited Warranty This Impact product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
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