JB-Lighting Varyscan7 Operating Instructions Manual - 5.3 Clean Fixture
5.3 Clean fixture
5.2 Lamp replacement
see chapter 2.1
To ensure a long and satisfying performance of the fixture, check function of the VS 7s fans
in the head and in the base from time to time. Most important: make sure that there is no
dust or fluff covering the air inlets.
To clean the fixture open lid of the head and the baseplate. Use a brush and a vacuum
cleaner to remove dust and fluff. Don´t damage or bend any parts.
Incompetend performace of the maintenance will invalidate the warrany claims. Consult
qualified service personnel.
For a maximum light output the optical system has to be cleaned from time to time.
Loosen the screws holding the top cover of the head and remove the plastic lids of
both sides of the head. .
Remove lamp before cleaning the optical parts of the fixture.
Use a soft cloth and gently whipe reflector, lenses and colour filters. You also may
use a pair of tweezers and a regular glass cleaner.
5.4 Cleaning the optics
WARNING: Disconnect fixture from mains, and allow
hot lamp to cool down for at least 30 minutes!
5.5 Lubrication of rotating gobos
WARNING: Disconnect fixture from mains, and allow
hot lamp to cool down for at least 30 minutes!
Once or twice a year the rotating gobos have to be lubricated with JB-lighting special
oil. Do not use any other lubricant, as it might not stand the heat and cause serious
damage.
To lubricate the gobos turn the tooth gears by hand and put 4 to 6 drops of oil between
the brass gear wheel and the brass plate.
WARNING: Disconnect fixture from mains, and allow
hot lamp to cool down for at least 30 minutes!
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5.6 Software update
To update the fixture via PC/notebook, a Upgrade-dongle (USB/DMX converter) with the
fitting software is required. The update will be run with connecting the dongle to the 5 pin
DMX In from the Varyscan 7. Please ask your distributor to support you in that way.