User Instruction & Installation Manual L560 Remote Control 2/3Kw Tungsten Halogen Searchlight Product Reference Number: A2651 – Variable Speed Motor Unit 2/3Kw 115/240v Manufacturers details: Distributor details: Francis Searchlights Ltd Union Road, Bolton Lancashire, BL2 2HJ, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1204 558960 Fax: +44 (0) 1204 558979 http://www.francis.co.uk E-mail: sales@francis.co.
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 Diagram & General Assembly 10 - Spare Parts List
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 Francis Searchlights range. All Francis products are designed to give complete customer satisfaction and are manufactured to the highest engineering standards in order to ensure optimum performance and service life.
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 searchlight into its fixing position, suitable lifting points must be used in order to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury.
3 - Technical Information This product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification.
4 - Unpacking and Installation Instructions The following instructions should be read and fully understood prior to installing the equipment to ensure that the correct procedures are followed and all safety precautions are observed. Note: If the equipment has been in storage for a considerable amount of time, it is advisable to conduct a routine maintenance check on all parts before installation. Safety Precautions This equipment should not be connected to an electrical supply before being installed.
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 light output from the searchlight, it is essential that the full operating voltage of the lamp fitted be applied to the lampholder contacts.
Installation Guidelines A typical installation and connection routine for the L560RC 2/3Kw searchlight is as follows: Referring to wiring diagram C22978, a supply is fed to the control panel, which then provides a common feed to the motor gearbox and the searchlight. Cables required to be connected by the customer: 4 core 1.5mm2 cable from the Motor Gearbox to the Control Panel. 12 core 0.5mm2 cable from the Motor Gearbox to the Control Panel.
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. The speed of movement depends on the more pressure applied to the joystick the faster the searchlight moves.
weaken the bulb material. Should the bulb be inadvertently touched, remove fingerprints with methylated spirit and a clean, soft paper towel. The bulb should then be wiped with distilled water. NOTE: ALWAYS WEAR MASK AND GLOVES DURING CLEANING); In all circumstances the lamp manufacturers data should be referred to when dealing with lamps.
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 the fault is at the customer supply. If power is present, see remedy 2; 2) Check fuse for visual failure. If none noticeable check fuse for continuity using a multi-meter.
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 of the equipment; Any major or minor structural damage should be rectified immediately in order to reduce sympathetic wear; After inspection it may be necessary to clean th
9 - Wiring Diagram and General Assembly Drawing Number Description C22978 Wiring Diagram Lite Range Variable Speed 20 Amp A2651 L560RC 2/3Kw 115/240v Variable Speed General Assembly drawing Control Panel Assembly
10 - Spare Parts List The following spare parts can be ordered directly from the manufacturer: Part Number Description Searchlight Spares D1823 D4604 D9843 D22559 C23002-00 C22347-00 C20550-00 C20881-00 C20569-00 C21051-00 C22268-01 C09868-00 C16761-00 C20281-00 115v 2Kw G38 Tungsten Halogen Lamp 220/240v 2Kw G38 Tungsten Halogen Lamp 115v 3Kw G38 Tungsten Halogen Lamp 220/240v 3Kw G38 Tungsten Halogen Lamp Selector Switch 20Amp – On/Off Joystick Latch Front Glass Front Glass Gasket Reflector Breather un