If you are using more than 3
Lilliput or Redhead Aputure LS60X lights on a Portable Power Block, you will need to calculate the total power consumed by lights and check it is with in the 2400 watt limits of the available mains power supply.
- Set up the light stands with the legs as wide as possible for maximum stability.
- Place a sand bag on one or more legs for added stability and safety.
- Check each light for defects and check it has a current Curtin safety tag.
- Attach the light to the stand, open barn doors, and check the internal safety mesh is fitted.
- Check the light is not upside down, as it can pivot on its bracket.
- Check the light, Power Adaptor and barn doors are securely fitted with no risk of falling.
- Check the power cable is secure and not touching the light, it may be damaged by heat.
- Check the light is safe distance from flammable objects such as ceiling, curtains or wall paper. As a general guide allow 1 meter above the light and 2 meters in front.
- Familirise yourself with the different Light, either by attending a Workshop on it or by looking at Curtin Wiki. Where you are now.
- Check the supplied Portable Power Block has a current Curtin safety tag.
- Plug the Portable Power Block directly into a wall socket.
- Check the test function of the Portable Power Block and reset the circuit breaker.
- Untangle extension cables and check for current Curtin safety tag, lay the cable on floor from portable power block to light stand, leave excess cable under base of light stand.
- Check cables for tripping risk and secure with tape or cable covers where required.
- Avoid cables in walkways or in the way of opening doors.
- Connect each extension cord to the Portable Power Block and to its light.
- Check for correct set up before switching on power at the Portable Power Block.
- Switch on the power for each light and observe its correct function.
Be aware of possible electrical faults, smoke, arcing or flickering lights, this may be a sign of malfunction and possible danger, In case of any problems or suspected fault, switch off the power at the Portable Power Block.
- If the Portable Power Block shuts down by its RCD cut out, this is a sign of a detected electrical fault, ask for technical support to identify the fault before using the equipment.
- Do not use the light if you suspect there is a fault, remove the light from service and identify it as faulty and return it to the store for repair.
Adjust the lights as required for your particular shooting requirements
- Switch off a light before moving the stand or adjusting the height.
- Be careful, the lights and barn doors will get HOT.Unplug a failed light before changing a blown bulbcould become quite HOT.