Flash Capacitor Preventative Maintenance
One of the most important components of an electronic flash is the
capacitor. Following the preventative maintenance below will increase
the life and the reliability of your flash.
If the unit is left unused for 3 months or predominantly used at low
power settings, it is recommended that the power be increased to
maximum and the unit left switched on (modeling lamp OFF)
occasionally for at least 30 minutes to help preserve the life of the
capacitors.
Changing Flash Tube
Discharge the Flash Unit
The flash must be discharged before removing flash tube. To
discharge the flash:
1. Make sure the Flash unit is ON.
2. Push "TEST" button on the rear panel of the Flash. Immediately turn
off the power switch. Do not allow more than 1/2 second between
pressing the "TEST" button and turning the flash off.
3. Remove battery. It is recommended to wait at least 30 minutes
before touching/removing the flash tube.
Note: Use white cotton gloves or a clean cloth to prevent fingers from
touching the flash tube.
Remove Old Flash Tube
1. Remove the flash head.
2. Release the metal wire from two metal clips(Fig.4).
3. Grip the base of the flash tube on each side. Carefully pull the flash
tube from the flash unit (Fig.5&6).
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