Sealey POWER PRODUCTS MLS500 Instructions Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:HEAVY DUTY TELESCOPICWORK LIGHTSMODEL No: MLS500, MLT500Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions andproperly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS, ANDCAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY, AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SOMAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.1.1 ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to read, understand and comply with the following:You must check all electrical products, before use, to ensure that they are safe. You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets andany other connectors for wear or damage. You must ensure that the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation ofappropriate safety devices. A Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. We alsorecommend that a Residual Current Device (RCD) is used. It is particularly important to use an RCD with portable products that areplugged into a supply which is not protected by an RCCB. If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician. You may obtain a ResidualCurrent Device by contacting your Sealey dealer.You must also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.1.1.1 The Electricity at Work Act 1989 requires all portable electrical appliances, if used on business premises, to be tested by a qualifiedelectrician, using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT), at least once a year.1.1.2 The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of those appliancesand the safety of the appliance operators. If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified electrician.1.1.3 Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply. See 1.1.1. and 1.1.2.and use a Portable Appliance Tester.1.1.4 Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.1.1.5 Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check allconnections to ensure that none is loose.1.1.6 Important: Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches the power supplyto be used and that the plug is fitted with the correct fuse - see fuse rating at right.1.1.7 DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.1.1.8 DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable.1.1.9 DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Immediately have any faultyitem repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician. When an ASTA/BS approved UK3 pin plug is damaged, cut the cable just above the plug and dispose of the plug safely.Fit a new plug according to the following instructions (UK only).a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.d) After wiring, check that there are no bare wires, that all wires have been correctlyconnected, that the cable outer insulation extends beyond the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight.Double insulated products, which are always marked with this symbol , are fitted with live (brown) and neutral (blue) wires only.To rewire, connect the wires as indicated above - DO NOT connect either wire to the earth terminal.1.1.10 Products which require more than 13 amps are supplied without a plug. In this case you must contact a qualified electrician to ensurethat a suitably rated supply is available. We recommend that you discuss the installation of an industrial round pin plug and socketwith your electrician.1.1.11 If an extension reel is used it should be fully unwound before connection. A reel with an RCD fitted is preferred since any applianceplugged into it will be protected. The cable core section is important and should be at least 1.5mm², but to be absolutely sure that thecapacity of the reel is suitable for this product and for others which may be used in the other output sockets, we recommend the useof 2.5mm² section cable. If extension reel is to be used outdoors, ensure it is marked for outdoor use.1.2 GENERAL SAFETY Disconnect lamp from the mains power before changing accessories, servicing or performing any maintenance. Maintain the lamp in good condition (Repairs must only be undertaken by a qualified electrician, use an authorised service agent). Replace or repair damaged parts. Use recommended parts only, unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty. Lamp becomes very hot. Stand the lamp at least 1 metre from flammable or combustible materials such as wood, cloth, paper etc. Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the lamp. If you use an extension lead the cable must be fully unwound from the drum and laid as straight as possible. The lamps are weatherproof and may be used out of door, ensure any extensions and plugs are weather compatible. DO NOT handle halogen bulbs as the natural oil from your fingers and hands will shorten the bulb life. Handle only with a soft cloth. DO NOT allow children to operate the unit. DO NOT use the lamp near flammable, combustible or explosive liquids, solids, gases or equipment. DO NOT touch the light when operating, allow to cool before touching, lamp operates at high temperature. WARNING! DO NOT direct the lamp light into a person’s eyes. DO NOT use the lamp for any purpose other than for which it is designed. When not in use switch the lamp off, remove plug from the power supply, ensure the unit is dry then store in a safe, dry, childproof area.FUSE RATING 3 AMPBlueNeutralWireYellow & GreenEarth WireCableRestraintBrownLiveWireOriginal Language Version MLS500, MLT500 Issue: 2 - 22/10/09

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