SHIMPO DT-900 - Manual (Page 20)

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Troubleshooting
FPM reading is displayed but unit is not flashing:
Flash tube may need to be replaced (See Flash tube replacement section)
Stroboscope is in external trigger mode, with no flash:
Check flash tube
Check Sensor
Check wire continuity
Check phono connector wiring (see phono connector section), possible loose connection
Stroboscope is in internal trigger mode, no flash:
Check flash tube
Check battery and recharge if needed.
Stroboscope will not turn on completely
Check Battery, it may need to be charged.
The DT-900 Techstrobe may have reached Max Flash Rate, triggering auto shutoff feature. The DT-
900 Techstrobe will shutoff after 60 seconds if no buttons are pressed, or the dial knob is not turned. If
the Max Flash rate is reached, allow a couple of minutes to make adjustments.
Allow the unit to cool down if unit turns off due to high flash rate and continuous operation.
Red LED flashing from Battery while charging
Continue charging, the battery has been drained below its safe charging level
Observe the LED indicator, it should stop flashing after a couple of minutes if flashing does not stop
charger can not recover battery by trickle charging. A replacement is needed.
IMPORTANT: Remove battery pack prior to charging.
Warranty
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
See enclosed warranty card with the DT-900 Techstrobe for details.
IF AFTER PERFORMING THE PROCEDURES ABOVE AND THE DT-900 TECHSTROBE IS
STILL NOT WORKING, CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR SERVICE INFORMATION.