Elinchrom 500 Home Safety Product User Manual


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Instructions for Use
Units 250 - 500 -1000 - 750 S -1500 S
Elinca sa M.E. compacts .EL. 9.01 Engl. (73226) Printed in Switzerland
ELINCA S.A. Renens/Switzerland
MaintenanceMaintenance
MaintenanceMaintenance
Maintenance
Elinchrom flash units are designed for years of professional use, and require very little maintenance
other than changing the modelling lamp from time to time.
When the lamp requires replacement, the unit should be disconnected from the mains supply, the
lamp carefully unscrewed and a new lamp fitted.
NoteNote
NoteNote
Note : The modelling lamp is a 196V, 100W lamp which is overrun to give a higher colour
temperature and light output equivalent to a 150W lamp. Although this has the same screw fitting
as some domestic light bulbs, its dimensions are different and only this type of lamp should be used.
Use of other types of lamp may break the flashtube and invalidate the warranty.
Safety noteSafety note
Safety noteSafety note
Safety note
The flash tube is sensitive to some of the natural oils in the skin, and should not be touched.
The unit should be kept clean using a dry duster, paying particular attention to the reflectors and
controls.
To protect the finish of the unit, and for electrical safety reasons, the unit should not be cleaned
with fluids or solvents.
Flashtube Removal procedureFlashtube Removal procedure
Flashtube Removal procedureFlashtube Removal procedure
Flashtube Removal procedure (only for plug-in : Elinchrom 250C and 500C)
1. turn on the flashunit and disconnect from power source.
2. Allow flash unit to remain undisturbed for a minimum of 10 minutes to permit
the capacitor to discharge completely.
3. Unscrew and remove modelling lamp.
5. Firmly grasp the flashtube around the edges and pull straight out.
Flashtube Replacement procedure Flashtube Replacement procedure
Flashtube Replacement procedure Flashtube Replacement procedure
Flashtube Replacement procedure (only for plug-in)
1. Carefully align the flashtube terminals with the sockets in the flash head.
2. gently push flashtube straight into the sockets, until it is firmly seated.
3. Ensure that the retainer clip is engaged at the bottom of the flashtube.
4. replace the modelling lamp.
Identification
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IF THE UNIT DOES NOT FUNCTION
1. The mains switch
(3) is ON, but not illuminated.
Switch off the unit and change the mains fuse (2).
Use only time-lag fuse, corresponding to the Elinchrom model (see identification label).
2. The on/off switch (3) is lit, the green indicator (5) is lit but the unit does not function.
The cause of this problem: could be an electronic component failure, or the
flash tube may be faulty.
The equipment is not user serviceable and contains dangerous by high voltages.The equipment is not user serviceable and contains dangerous by high voltages.
The equipment is not user serviceable and contains dangerous by high voltages.The equipment is not user serviceable and contains dangerous by high voltages.
The equipment is not user serviceable and contains dangerous by high voltages.
Please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service.Please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service.
Please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service.Please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service.
Please return the unit to an authorized Elinchrom service.
3. The ON/OFF switch (3) is lit but the open flash ready/light (7) is not illuminated.
In this case there is an internal problem. The cause may be a component failure.
P.S : If you are abroad, please contact Elinca S.A. Switzerland.
Tel. + 41 021 637 26 77 - Fax + 41 021 637 26 81 - E-mail : elinca@elinca.ch
and ask for address, phone, fax number and E-mail of the nearest Elinchrom agent.
Web : www.elinchrom.com
Other accessoriesOther accessories
Other accessoriesOther accessories
Other accessories
Now you have chosen Elinchrom for your flash unit, why not expand your studio equipment by
selecting one of the useful range of accessories from the Elinchrom range.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN YOUR COMPACT FLASH.FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN YOUR COMPACT FLASH.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN YOUR COMPACT FLASH.FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN YOUR COMPACT FLASH.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN YOUR COMPACT FLASH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNITDO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNITDO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT
YOURSELF YOURSELF
YOURSELF YOURSELF
YOURSELF
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PLEASE SENDPLEASE SEND
PLEASE SENDPLEASE SEND
PLEASE SEND
THE UNIT THE UNIT
THE UNIT THE UNIT
THE UNIT
TO YOUR ELINCHROM AGENT TO YOUR ELINCHROM AGENT
TO YOUR ELINCHROM AGENT TO YOUR ELINCHROM AGENT
TO YOUR ELINCHROM AGENT
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FLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYINGFLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYING
FLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYINGFLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYING
FLASH SYSTEMS STORE ELECTRICAL ENERGY IN CAPACITORS BY APPLYING
HIGH VOLTAGE. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.HIGH VOLTAGE. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.
HIGH VOLTAGE. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.HIGH VOLTAGE. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.
HIGH VOLTAGE. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE YOUR FLASHES.
ONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIRONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR
ONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIRONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR
ONLY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE ENGINEER SHOULD OPEN OR ATTEMPT TO REPAIR
THE UNITS. FOR REPAIRS, BRING THEM TO YOUR ELINCA/ELINCHROM AGENT.THE UNITS. FOR REPAIRS, BRING THEM TO YOUR ELINCA/ELINCHROM AGENT.
THE UNITS. FOR REPAIRS, BRING THEM TO YOUR ELINCA/ELINCHROM AGENT.THE UNITS. FOR REPAIRS, BRING THEM TO YOUR ELINCA/ELINCHROM AGENT.
THE UNITS. FOR REPAIRS, BRING THEM TO YOUR ELINCA/ELINCHROM AGENT.
Plug-in
flash tube
(white insulation)
Thank you for buying your Elinchrom compact flash
unit.
All Elinchrom products are manufactured using the
highest quality materials under strict supervision to
ensure complete satisfaction.
Please follow the instructions given below to obtain
the best possible results from your Elinchrom flash unit.
Safety note :Safety note :
Safety note :Safety note :
Safety note :
According to safety regulations, we draw your attention to the fact that these
electronic flash units are not designed for use outdoors, in damp or dusty conditions,
and should not be used after being exposed to sudden temperature changes
causing condensation. They must always be connected to an earthed (grounded)
mains supply.
On no account should any objet be inserted into the ventilation holes. The flash tube
and modelling lamp generate heat, and they should be kept clear of combustible
materials both during and after use.
The units may retain an internal charge for a considerable time even though
disconnected from the power supply.
Dear Photographer,
Before you start !Before you start !
Before you start !Before you start !
Before you start !
The units are factory-set for operation on 220-240V/50-60Hz or (110/130V/50-60Hz).
Before connecting for the first time, check to make sure that your power supply
coincides with the voltage given on identification label.
All Elinchrom
units have a bayonet mount and locking ring
reflector fitting, for fixing all Elinchrom and Prolinca accessories.
All Elinchrom
flash units are manufactured for the studio
and location use of professional photographers.