User Guide
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Enclosed fixture rated METALARC
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E-Type (Ceramic & Quartz, G12, G8.5 & DE, UV-Stop Outer-jacket) Lamp
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THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE COMPLIED WITH TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND POOR LAMP PERFORMANCE.
I. RUPTURE RISKS: This Metal Halide lamp is constructed of an outer glass bulb with an internal ceramic or quartz arc-tube. Metal Halide arc-tubes operate at high
pressure and at very high temperatures and can unexpectedly rupture due to internal causes or external factors such as a ballast failure or misapplication. An arc-
tube rupture can burst and shatter the outer glass bulb resulting in the discharge of glass fragments and extremely hot particles. In the event of such rupture,
THERE IS A RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, BURNS AND FIRE.
TO REDUCE RISKS:
1. Only operate lamp in an enclosed fixture with a lens/diffuser material able to contain hot lamp fragments (up to 2192°F, 1200°C for a ceramic arc-tube
and 2012°F, 1100°C for quartz). If you are uncertain, contact your fixture manufacturer.
2. Only operate lamp with compatible ballast and fixture. (See catalog for specific information.)
3. Only operate lamp in designated operating positions. (See catalog for illustration.)
4. Lamp must be turned off for a minimum of fifteen minutes at least once a week.
5. Never expose operating lamp to moisture (such as rain, sleet or snow).
6. Replace lamp if outer glass bulb is scratched, cracked or damaged in any way.
7. Electrically insulate any metal support in contact with the outer bulb to avoid glass decomposition.
8. Replace lamp at or before the end of rated life. (See catalog for rated life.)
II. ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND BURN HAZARD:
Do not remove or insert lamp while power is on. If outer glass bulb is broken, shut off power immediately and
remove lamp after it has cooled.
III. ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION EXPOSURE:
WARNING: This lamp can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation from shortwave ultraviolet radiation if the outer envelope of the lamp is
broken or punctured. Do not use where people will remain for more than a few minutes unless adequate shielding or other safety precautions are
used. Lamps that will automatically extinguish when the outer envelope is broken or punctured are commercially available. This product conforms
to the following federal regulations: U.S.A.: 21 CFR 1040.30 and CANADA: SOR/80-381
IV. LAMP INSTALLATION:
1. Ensure that lamp is securely seated in the socket.
2. All sockets must be rated to withstand the maximum pulse voltage output of the ballast.
3. Never install the lamp into an ordinary household socket or a fixture intended for tungsten halogen lamps.
V. BROKEN ARC-TUBE: Take care in handling and disposing of this lamp. If arc-tube is broken, avoid skin contact with any of the contents and fragments. See
Product Safety Data Sheet for further details.
ANSI Luminaire Code E
ENCLOSED FIXTURE
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