Before You Start; Replacing The Plug-In Flash Tube - Elinchrom ZOOM Pro HD Manuel D'utilisation

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BEFORE YOU START

• Ensure that the power pack is switched OFF, before connecting the ZOOM Head.
• Ensure that the ZOOM Head is in a workable condition. Do not use the ZOOM Head if
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the connector, cable, flash tube, fan or the housing show any kind of damage.
• Connect the flash head connector to the power pack.
• Only correct fitted flash cable connections are secured against
arcing.
• Check all connections again; and than switch on the unit.
ATTENTION
• Always switch off the power pack before connecting or
disconnecting flashheads!
• The ambient temperature whilst the unit is in use: min. -20°C
(-4°F) up to max. 35°C (95°F)
THIRD PARTY MANUFACTURERS
The ZOOM flashhead cannot be connected to power packs from other brands. Even when
similar flashhead sockets and plugs are used by other manufacturers, the wiring of the
contacts and the flash tubes are specifically made for Elinchrom power packs. Use only
original Elinchrom accessories and reflectors. The warranty does not cover damages forced
by third party accessories and reflectors.
ZOOM HEAD ON/OFF SWITCH
The Halogen modelling lamp can be switched on/off directly from the ZOOM Head, if this is
required. It does not switch off the flash light.
ZOOM HEAD ADAPTATIVE FAN COOLING AND OVERHEAT
PROTECTION
The fan speed is electronically controlled. Close to the on/off switch is a small LED, which
lights up in case of over heating. The overheat protection shuts down the Halogen lamp at
internal high temperature. After cooling down the Halogen lamp switches on automatically
and the red LED turns off.
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REPLACING THE PLUG-IN FLASH TUBE

Elinchrom uses high quality long-life plug-in flash tubes specifically made for the ZOOM
Heads. To exchange a user replaceable plug-in flash tube, please follow the instructions
below:
1. Switch the EL- power pack OFF.
2. Disconnect the flash cable connector first from the power pack.
3. Place the ZOOM Head on a dry and clean surface.
4. Wait until the ZOOM Head has cooled down.
5. Attention: Use protective gloves if the glass dome, the Halogen lamp or the flash
tube must be replaced:
• Set the ZOOM focus to max. wide angle (front position)
• Remove firmly the glass dome from the metal snap-in hooks.
• Remove the security spring from the flash tube and pull the flash tube
firmly out of the terminals.
• If the tube is broken, use safety gloves. Avoid cutting yourself!
• Never touch the metal electrodes and ensure that the head is
disconnected from the EL power pack! Use an insulated tool to pull
out the electrodes.
6. Now set the ZOOM focus to the max.
hotspot (rear position) and replace with a
new correct original Elinchrom flash tube.
NOTE: Check the correct polarisation
when Action, A-type flashtubes are
replaced!! They normally fit only in one
direction!
• ZOOM PRO HD Head - flash tube
code N° 24082
• ZOOM ACTION Head - flash tube
code N° 24083
• ZOOM PRO Head - flash tube code N° 24081
7. A glove or "plastic protection" MUST BE USED. Contact with your fingers on the
glass, causes dark markings on the flash tube when it is used.
8. Check that the tube is correctly aligned (central) and that the trigger contact is
gripping the tube.
9. Fit the glass dome carefully into the snap-in metal supports.
10. Check that the correct fuses are used for the Halogen lamp.
11. Re-connect the ZOOM Head to the power pack and test the unit as usual.
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