Code 3 550 Series Beacon - Manual (Page 5)

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Maintenance
Lens Removal
Remove the 3 mounting screws and lift off the lens.
Lamp Replacement
H-1 55 WATT LAMP
First grasp lamp at base and turn until retaining clip is accessible. Using a blade screwdriver, remove
retaining clip and pull lamp straight up. Replace with new lamp. Insure that the power lead and retaining
clip is fully inserted.
NOTE: Do not touch lamp with your bare fingers, as this will damage the lamp and shorten its life. If
touched accidentally, it should be gently wiped off with alcohol and a soft cloth.
Reflector Removal
S795 50 WATT REFLECTOR
Slip off the snap ring under the lamp socket and lift off the reflector assembly.
H-1 55 WATT REFLECTOR
Remove lamp as described above and lift off the reflector assembly.
Motor Replacement
Remove reflector as described above. Remove the mounting screws. Cut lamp and motor wires and lift
out the motor, socket and shaft assembly. Install the new assembly and crimp the wires together in their
original location. Test the unit before replacing the lens.
Drainage & Air Exchange
The 550 Beacon is a sealed unit. An air exchange and drainage locating boss has been molded into the
base. The user may drill it out before installation. Drill out the drain/vent hole with a #11 (.191") drill bit as
shown in Figure 2.
General
Do not oil or grease the unit. It is constructed with permanently lubricated bearings and plastic gears
which are factory lubricated. Keep the unit clean by disassembling it and cleaning bearing surfaces with
mineral spirits (turpentine), and clear any debris out of the drive gears. Clean lens and base with soap
and water, or CODE 3 lens polish using a soft cloth.
WARNING!
!
Incandescent lamps are extremely hot! Allow to cool completely
before attempting to remove. Gloves and eye protection should be
worn when handling halogen lamps as they are pressurized and
accidental breakage can result in flying glass. High voltages and/or
temperatures are present inside of strobe units. Disconnect from
power and wait 10 minutes prior to servicing.
S795 50 WATT LAMP
Grasp lamp with fingers, push down and turn counterclockwise, then remove. Install new lamp by
aligning pins with slots, pushing down and turning clockwise until it stops, then release.