Wildfire LT-400F1, LT-400F2, LT-400F3 Operation Manual

LT-400F1
LT-400F2
LT-400F3

Table of Contents

Introduction 3

Safety Statements 3

Specifications 4

Setup & Operation 5

Unpacking 5
Installation 5
Operation 5
DMX Address Mode 6
Lamp Timer Mode 6
DMX Data Mode 6
Dark Mode 6

Maintenance & Troubleshooting 7

Lamp Replacement 7
Cleaning 7
Troubleshooting 7

Diagrams 8

Isometric & Line Views 8
Exploded View 9
Part List 10
Schematic, LT-400F2 11
Schematic, LT-400F(1)(3) 12
Spectral Transmission Graph 13
Photometrics Chart 13

Limited Warranty 14

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Wildfire Long-Throw 400 UV-A Lighting Fixture. This advanced ultraviolet
projector is the flagship of the Long-Throw series. Its powerful throw, quiet operation and smooth even light
distribution, has made the Wildfire 400 watt flood the world’s best selling UV lighting fixture. New features
include state-of-the-art digital DMX control with four user selectable modes for easy integration with intelligent
lighting systems. Please take a moment to read this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this fixture.
Improper set-up, use or servicing may cause damage to the fixture and/or lamp and void the unit’s warranty.

Safety Statements

CAUTION – RISK OF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET (UV) RADIATION. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT

COMPLETE LAMP ENCLOSURE IN PLACE, OR IF FILTER GLASS LENS IS DAMAGED

DANGER – INTENSE HEAT. AVOID CONTACT BY PERSONS AND MATERIAL.
CAUTION – RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE. DISCONNECT FIXTURE BEFORE RELAMPING.

USE WITH MAX 400W LAMP TYPE M59 (WILDFIRE IRONARC MODEL LMP-400D). DRY LOCATIONS
ONLY. NOT FOR RESIDENTIAL USE.

WARNING – THIS FIXTURE CONTAINS A HIGH INTENSITY UV METAL HALIDE LAMP, WHICH IS SAFELY
CONTAINED WITHIN AN INTERLOCKING HOUSING. WHEN THIS FIXTURE IS USED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE MANUFACTURERS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, NO HAZARDS EXIST TO MOST PEOPLE
STANDING WITHIN THE BEAM OF THE FIXTURE. HOWEVER. INDIVIDUALS SUFFERING FROM A RANGE
OF SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE DISORDERS, APHAKIC AND PSEUDOAPHIKIC, OR THOSE INDIVIDUALS
RECEIVING PHOTOSENSITIVE MEDICATION MAY RECEIVE DISCOMFORT IF EXPOSED TO
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT.

HG – THE LAMP IN THIS FIXTURE CONTAINS MERCURY. MANAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH DISPOSAL
LAWS. SEE: WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG

OR CALL 1-800-937-8065

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Specifications

Ballast:

Electronic Power Factor >92%

Rating:

120VAC / 60Hz. / 5 Amps Max / 400W
220VAC / 50-60Hz. / 2 Amps Max / 400W
100VAC / 50-60Hz. / 5 Amps Max / 400W

Electronic Ballast Features:
Flicker & Noise Free

Automatic Lamp Failure Shutdown
Automatic High Temperature Shut Down
Automatic Hot Re-strike Prevention

Circuit Protection:

7 Amp Magnetic Over-current Breaker Switch (100-120VAC)
5 Amp Magnetic Over-current Breaker Switch (220VAC)

Lamp:

Wildfire IronArc

Beam:

90° Flood

Reflector:

Specular Hammertone Aluminum

Lens:

8” UV-A Transmission Filter Glass
8” Clear Boro Float Front Glass (Optional)

Peak Spectral Transmission:

350-365nm

Optimum Operating Temperature:
+50°F to +120°F
Weight:

LT-400F(1)(3): 31.50Lbs. / 14.28Kg.
LT-400F2: 25.90Lbs. / 11.75Kg.

Dimensions:

10.18”/25.85cm High x 10.61”/26.94cm Wide x 16.38”/44.14cm Long

Accessory Bracket:

10” / 25.4cm Bracket Assembly

Standard Equipment:

Lamp (LMP-400D)
Pipe Mounting Clamp (147-001)
Safety Cable (147-002)

Optional Accessories:

10: Barn Door: (146-002)
8” Dowser: (145-004)
8” Iris (145-002)

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400-Watt Metal Halide Model LMP-400D (1000 Hr. Rated)

Specifications subject to change without notice

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Setup & Operation

Unpacking

Unpack the fixture and carefully inspect for any signs of physical damage. Report any damage to Wildfire or
your local distributor immediately. Included with each unit should be the following items:

1. Pipe mounting clamp, designed to attach the fixture to a 11/2” to 2” pipe truss

2. Safety Cable, provided to secure the fixture when mounted on a pipe truss

3. Wildfire IronArc

Before mounting the fixture you will need to install the lamp. Refer to Lamp Replacement on page 6 for correct
installation.

Installation

After installing the lamp place the fixture in desired location. The fixture is equipped with a yoke assembly for
mounting. The yoke may be fitted with either a pipe clamp (included) for mounting on a pipe truss or a baby bail
block or junior pin for mounting on a light stand.

If the fixture is mounted on a pipe truss, be sure to use the included safety cable, looping it through the yoke
assembly and around the pipe truss. This will prevent the fixture from falling and causing possible injury in the
event that the pipe clamp was not securely tightened.

To adjust the angle of the fixture, loosen the knobs on either side of the unit slightly, rotate to desired angle and
tighten. Care should be taken to support the front of the fixture while loosening the knobs to prevent the fixture
from rotating forward and causing possible injury.

The fixture comes standard with a 10” Bracket assembly for attaching dowsers and scrollers such as Wybron’s
Eclipse or Coloram Series, as well as barndoors and other accessories. When using accessories with this
fixture, be sure to attach the safety cable provided by the accessory manufacturer to the fixtures yoke assembly.

Plug the fixture into the appropriate power source. If you are controlling the unit with a lighting control board, you
will need to make sure it is plugged into a non-dim circuit. If the fixture is plugged into a dimmable circuit, it will
not operate.

Operation

To strike the fixture push the power/breaker switch to the on position. After striking the lamp allow at least 2
minutes for the lamp to get to full brightness. Once the fixture has been powered up and the lamp has ignited if
you shut it off you will need to wait approximately 5 minutes to allow the lamp to cool before the fixture can re­strike.

If the power/breaker switch is left in the on position during the cool down period, the hot re-strike prevention
circuitry in the ballast will prevent the lamp from striking until it is completely cooled. Once it has cooled
sufficiently, it will strike automatically. This fixture is also equipped with automatic lamp failure protection circuitry
that shuts the fixture down if the lamp should fail for any reason, preventing any damage to the fixture. In
addition there is high temperature protection circuitry that shuts the fixture down if the ballast case temperature
exceeds 85° C. When the fixture cools it will strike again automatically.

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Lamp, Model LMP-400D

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