Francis FX230 User Instruction & Installation Manual

Summary of FX230

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    User instruction & installation manual fx230 deck & cabin 150 watt xenon searchlight product reference number: a2432 – fx230 deck a2433 – fx230 cabin manufacturers details: distributor details: manual part number: c15817 issue : 7 francis searchlights ltd union road, bolton lancashire, bl2 2hj, uk t...

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    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 - general assembly and wiring diagrams 10 - spare parts list.

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    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 c...

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    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 equipme...

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    3 – technical information this product has been designed to operate in accordance with the product specification. The fx230 150watt searchlight has the following features: all marine grade materials and fixings; parabolic electro-formed nickel, bright rhodium coated reflector; stove enamel painted; ...

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    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 amoun...

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    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 ope...

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    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 positioned using the elevation and baseplate lockwheels. When in the desired position the lockw...

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    Setting to work safe service in use necessitates the strict observance of the following precautions. Any article fabricated from quartz or glass is inherently fragile and care should therefore be taken, at all times, when handling lamps; eye protection must be worn when handling lamps that have been...

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    7- fault finding all fault finding must be conducted by a competent person or qualified electrical engineer. Please refer to the following table for the trouble-shooting of xenon lamps. Fault cause remedy wrong polarity lamp incorrectly fitted faulty wiring anode (large electrode) must always be on ...

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    Failure of lamp to ignite in the event of the lamp failing to light the following steps should be taken: 1) check that the supply is connected to the input of the psu and check all connections as per the wiring diagram. On operation if the lamp does not light, switch off supply and check all fuses; ...

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    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 every voyage or at least every three months; before checking, disconnect the equipment from the ...

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    9 – general assembly and wiring diagrams drawing number description x4182 fx230 deck general assembly x4152 fx230 cabin general assembly x4200 wiring diagram x4194 cabin control panel cut-out x4193 control panel wiring control panel back to top.

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    Back to top 10 – spare parts list the following spare parts can be ordered directly from the manufacturer: part number description d8151 150w xenon lamp c15885-01 control panel assy c08865-00 front glass c08835-00 front glass gasket c16410-00 motor - remote focus c16592-00 ignitor c16596-00 150w xen...

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