User Safety Information - Elinchrom ELB 1200 Manual De Funcionamiento

User Manual

USER SAFETY INFORMATION

• Flash units are powerful light sources. Please be aware of the danger, or
inconvenience, that they may present to some persons and children.
• Keep flash units out of reach of unauthorised persons whenever possible.
• Keep flash units away from children!
• According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these
electronic flash units are not designed for outdoor use in excessively damp
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or dusty conditions and should not be used after being exposed to sudden
temperature changes causing condensation. The humidity protection conforms to
the norms of IP20.
• Do not use without permission in restricted areas (such as hospitals, laboratories
etc.).
• Do not use near flammable / explosive material. Keep minimum 1m or more
distance to any object. Keep a general distance from other operating units.
• Never flash into the eyes of a subject without warning. Close use, may affect
eyesight.
• The ambient temperature whilst the unit is in use: min. -20°C (-4°F) up to max. 35°C
(95°F)
• There is high voltage and there can be high currents, so please apply all the usual
safety precautions when handling the unit.
• Flash systems store electrical energy in capacitors by applying high voltage,
please take care of open contacts and terminals.
• These units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though
disconnected. If it has been found to be faulty, please stop using it and return it for
repair.
• For your safety, never open or disassemble your flashes. Only an authorised
service engineer should open or attempt to repair this unit.
• Always switch off the flash unit before changing accessories.
• The unit, the flashtube and accessories may become very hot during and after
use! To avoid injury, handle with an insulating cloth or wait until parts have cooled
down. Avoid direct sunlight, which might heat up the flash unit and affect the
photocell efficiency. Protect the flash unit when used in humid conditions, but
ensure ventilation for cooling! On no account should any object be inserted into the
ventilation holes.
• Use only original Elinchrom Accessories. Damaged cables, glass domes and cases
must be immediately replaced by customer service.
FLASH TUBES AND LED-MODELLING LIGHT
• Flashtubes and the LED-Reflector dishes may become very hot during and after
use!
• Never touch a flash tube or exchange it before the unit has cooled down and is
disconnected from the power.
• Do not fire flashes from short distances directed towards a person.
• Do not use near flammable / explosive material.
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