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LANTERN SAFETY

Theatre Lanterns are designed to light stage areas, as such they are fitted with high power lamps and the following safety points should be observed;

1. The lanterns will become very hot during use.
   • DO NOT COVER ANY LANTERN or OBSTRUCT THE LENS
2. The lightbeam is also Hot
   • DO NOT PLACE ANY MATERIALS WITHIN THE SAFETY ZONE;
     • 500W Lanterns Minimum clearance 1M
     • 1000W Lanterns Minimum clearance 1.5M
     • NB. See minimum clearances specified by the manufacturer of your Lantern.
3. When focusing a lantern use protective gloves.
4. Stage Lanterns MUST be tested for electrical safety, but the operator should inspect the lantern before use.
   If there is any sign of damage
   • DO NOT CONNECT OR USE
5. Always isolate supply before attempting to service or move a Lantern,
   • ALWAYS UNPLUG THE LANTERN AS A DIMMER WILL HAVE VOLTAGE PRESENT EVEN WHEN THE CHANNEL IS OFF
6. Ensure the lantern is correctly installed, most lanterns are designed to operate with the lamp base down.
   • MAXIMUM ANGLE UP OR DOWN 85 DEGREES FROM HORIZONTAL
7. Ensure a safety chain is fitted to the Lantern
8. When Using Gobo's The gobo will become red hot.
   • LEAVE TO COOL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE
9. Before using any equipment that you have not previously operated ask a qualified technician to demonstrate the equipment and explain its safe use.