Christie Projector Roadie HD+35K User Manual

Section 4: Maintenance
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4.2.1 Ventilation 
Vents and louvers in the projector covers provide ventilation, both for intake and exhaust. Never block or cover 
these openings. Do not install the projector near a radiator or heat register, or within an enclosure.
4.2.2 Air Filter 
It is recommended that you replace the air filter (located on the lamp side of the projection head) whenever you 
replace the lamp, or sooner, in dusty or dirty...

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When to Check the Lens
A small amount of dust or dirt on the lens has minimal effect on image quality-to avoid the risk of scratching 
the lens, clean the lens only if absolutely required. See below.
When to Check the Lamp Reflector
Inspect the mirror surface (reflector) for cleanliness only during a lamp replacement, when the lamp is out. If 
necessary, clean as described below, and ensure that you wear protective...

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If Fingerprints, Smudges, Oil: 
1. First brush dust off with a camelhair brush and/or blow dust away with compressed air.
2. Fold a clean microfibre cloth and dampen with methanol. Make sure to wipe evenly with the smooth 
portion of the cloth that has no folds or creases. Do not apply pressure with your fingers. Instead, use the 
tension in the folded cloth itself to collect the dust.
4.3.3 Other Components
In a normal...

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Never attempt to remove the lamp when it is hot. The lamp is under high pressure when hot 
and may explode, causing personal injury and/or property damage.
3. Set the ballast breaker/switch to OFF.
4. Disconnect projection head and ballast from AC power supply.
 Shock Hazard. Disconnect both components from AC.
Wearing protective clothing and face shield, unlock the lamp door and open it. Refer to Figure 4-2
. If...

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 Figure 4-1 Install Bulb
b. Rest the anode (+) end of the lamp on the lamp cradle as shown in Figure 4-1, right, and slip the 
positive lamp connector over the bulb end.
c. Tighten setscrews in both negative and positive lamp connectors as shown in Figure 4-2
.
 Figure 4-2 Secure Bulb at Cathode (-) and Anode (+) Connectors
IMPORTANT! Proper electrical contact prevents resistance in the lamp connectors. If you accidentally...

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8. Make sure that the anode (+) lead between lamp and Igniter is well away from any projector metal, such as 
the reflector or firewall.
 Leads too close to metal parts will cause arcing during starting pulse. This is 
a  Safety Hazard, and the lamp may not ignite.
9. Re-install the cooling compartment door and close the lamp compartment door.
NOTE: The projector will not operate unless the louvered lamp compartment door...

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14. Adjust lamp position.
From the Lamp menu, go to the LampLOC secondary menu and perform a Do Auto adjustment. It takes 
a minute or two as internal motors and sensors determine the ideal placement of the lamp. Proper 
LampLOC ensures maximum brightness, with the lamp well-centered in the reflector and distanced 
correctly from the rest of the illumination system. Refer to Section 3.10.6 Adjusting Lamp Position...

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5. Remove the air filter as follows:
Using your fingers, pull out top of filter to remove, as shown.
 Only use Christie filters. Never operate the projector without the filter installed.
Replace/Install New Air Filter
1. To replace or install a new filter, place the top of the air filter inside the air filter compartment and slide all 
the way up behind the tabs, then push the bottom of the air filter in.
2. With the...

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3. Pull out lens and replace as described in Section 2.4.1 Lens Installation. Insert all the way back, following 
UP label on lens.
NOTE: Ensure that the Zoom connector is fully engaged.
In the event a lens is dropped, the lens tether and clamp assembly may become 
stressed, and therefore must be replaced before continuing its use. Failure to do so 
could result in injury or death.
Lens calibration must be performed each...