SunQuest Pro 16SE Tanning Bed User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- SunQuest
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SunQuest Pro 16SE Tanning Bed User Manual
Limited Lifetime Warranty
SunQuest® warrants your tanning unit to be free of structural defects in its material and workmanship, under normal use, for its lifetime. SunQuest will repair or replace, at their discretion, any defect to the structure which affects the performance of the unit. For 6 months from the date of purchase, SunQuest will provide replacements for parts that prove to be defective in material or workmanship. Acrylic shields, fluorescent lamps, and lamp starters are excluded from this warranty. Labor will be covered for 30 days from the purchase date. Normal wear, damage from misuse or abuse, damage incurred in transit, or damage done by unauthorized repairs or modifications are not covered by this warranty.
ETS, Inc. disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any period beyond the expressed warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. No one has the authority to change or modify this Limited Lifetime Warranty in any respect. To obtain service under the Limited Lifetime Warranty, contact ETS, Inc. at 1-800-449-3605, and ask for the Technical Service Department. ETS, Inc. shall not be liable for loss of use, loss of time, inconvenience, rental or substitute products, loss of business, loss of income, or any other incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. All warranty service must be performed by an authorized service person. If your tanning unit must be returned for service, all freight charges must be at your expense. Contact your place of purchase for the address of the SunQuest Service Center nearest you. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty service. This warranty covers the original purchaser only. This warranty is void if the unit is modified in any manner from its original design.
Congratulations on your purchase of this technologically advanced sun tanning unit. It has been designed to provide years of dependable service for you. Please read all the instructions in this booklet before installing and using the unit. Always be sure to observe all safety precautions.
Safety Information
DANGER
Ultraviolet radiation. Follow instructions. Avoid overexposure. As with
natural sunlight, overexposure can cause eye and skin injury and allergic
reactions. Repeated exposure may cause premature aging of the skin and skin
cancer. WEAR PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR; FAILURE TO MAY RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS OR
LONG-TERM INJURY TO THE EYES. Medications or cosmetics may increase your
sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation. Consult a physician before using a
sunlamp if you are using medications or have a history of skin problems or
believe yourself especially sensitive to sunlight. If you do not tan in the
sun, you are unlikely to tan from the use of this product. Children, the
elderly, or fair-skinned people who always burn easily and either never tan or
tan minimally should not use this equipment.
To use, lie down under the canopy and pull down as far as adjustment will allow. Do not use clear plastic panels (or wire grids for models using wire grids) in place. Untanned persons should not tan on consecutive days during their first week of tanning. Never tan more than once a day. Tanning normally appears after the first few sessions and maximizes after approximately four weeks. Tan once or twice per week thereafter to maintain appearance. Persons already having a base tan may begin at advanced levels corresponding to the extent of their base tan.
RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE TIME IN MINUTES MAXIMUM EXPOSURE TIME IS 30 MINUTES
SkinType:
| Level 1/Week 1 1st-3rd Sessions| Level 2|
Level 3| Level 4| Subsequent Maximum
I Sensitive Skin| (Burns easily and severely and does not tan.)|
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR TANNING|
II Light| (Burns easily and severely and tans minimally.)| 6|
12| 18| 24| 30
III Normal| (Burns moderately and tans average.)| 8| 15|
22| 30| 30
IV Dark| (Burns minimally, tans easily and above average.)| 10|
17| 24| 30| 30
New lamps emit approximately 10% more ultraviolet radiation during the first
50 hours of operation. Recommended tanning times should therefore be reduced
by approximately 10% during that period.
WARNING: Read the instructions booklet before using this sunlamp
product. All persons in the room should wear protective eyewear when lamps are
on. Recommended eyewear: provided eyeshields or equivalent eyewear as defined
under 21 CFR 1040.20. Other types of eyewear may not provide adequate
protection. Failure to use protective eyewear may result in severe burns or
other eye injury. If discomfort develops, discontinue use and consult a
physician.
THE FOLLOWING LAMPS HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED FOR USE IN THE Pro 16SE:
- GT Wolff® Model GT171-T12-100W BI-PIN
- GOLDEN TAN™ Wolff® Model GT71-T12-100W BI-PIN
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN, RELAMP, OR ENGAGE IN THE MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT. This product is in conformity with performance standards for sun lamp products under 21 CFR PART 1040.20 and ANSI/UL Standard 482.
Installation
Unpacking and Inspection
Your sunbed comes in two cardboard car-tons, one for the bench and one for the
canopy. Open the cartons and remove the bench and canopy as follows. The bench
and canopy are each wrapped in plastic. Pull back the plastic and, with a
helper, grasp the bench and pull it from the carton bottom, leaving the
plastic wrap and the carton packaging. Do the same for the canopy. Do not try
to lift either unit with the plastic still on as it may slip.
Note! The cartons are reusable. You may wish to save them for future use.
The canopy box contains the canopy unit and a pair of gas springs. The bench
box contains the following items:
- Bench Unit
- Box containing necessary assembly hardware, safety goggles, and pillow
- Box containing two stand legs
Inspect these items, including the canopy and bench, and make sure they are free from any visible damage. Report the extent of any damage to the transportation company. Record the serial numbers of the canopy and bench in the area provided at the back of this manual. This information will be required whenever you call customer service.
Pre-Installation Planning
Before you begin to assemble your sunbed, you should observe the following
pre-installation considerations.
WARNING
Shock hazard. Disconnect power before servicing.
- Your sunbed operates from a 120V AC source. You should have a NEMA 5- 20R electrical outlet (like the one shown below) installed in the room in which you will use the unit.
- The outlet should be on a dedicated circuit capable of providing 20 Amp service. We recommend installation by a professional electrician. The outlet must be earth grounded.
20 AMP NEMA #5-20R RECEPTACLE
CAUTION
Air from the room is used to cool the sunbed. The maximum ambient room
temperature should be 80°F. Place your sunbed no closer than 6” from any wall.
Make sure nothing obstructs the airflow into the sunbed’s endcaps or out of
the fan openings. A poorly ventilated room may cause the unit to become hot
and cause discomfort to the user.
CAUTION
Proper assembly of your sunbed requires three people. Plan to have a couple of
helpers assist you.
Assembly Procedures
Hardware Inventory
Open the hardware box and remove the small bag of hardware. In addition to a
small Allen wrench and pillow, make sure you have the following hardware
items.
WARNING
Wear protective eyewear. Failure to may result in severe burns or long-term
injury to the eyes.
Attaching Legs to Bench
Lay the bench upside down on the floor. Locate the two stand legs and attach
them to the bench as shown below.
- Using the six 5/16” x 1” bolts and the six larger 5/16” washers already installed in the bench, attach the stand legs with the skirt mounting holes toward the back of the bench as shown. Install the center bolt first. You may have to gently push the sides of the legs in to align holes.
- Tighten with the Allen wrench.
- Turn the bench right side up on the floor. A place so that the power cord connector is facing toward the wall outlet.
Attaching Hinge Brackets to Bench
Locate the two hinge brackets and identify the left and right brackets.
- Install the hinge brackets to the ends of the bench such that the short boss engages the stud above the bolt hole, and the long boss engages the hole below the bolt hole. Secure using the 5/16” x 1” Allen-head bolts and 5/16” metal washers. Tighten the bolt snugly, then an additional half-turn.
- Place the bushings into the hinge brackets as shown below.
Attaching Canopy to Bench
- Lift the canopy and hold it between the hinge brackets. You may want to use some of the cardboard packing, laid across the bench, to support the canopy.
- Insert the 5/16” x 1 1/2” bolts with the nylon washers into both hinge brackets. Tighten bolts into the end-cap threaded inserts until snug, then an additional half turn. Do not over-tighten to avoid damaging threaded inserts.
Attaching Gas Springs
- The gas springs are shipped with locking clips installed. Use a screwdriver to pry back the locking clips on the gas springs as they are installed. (See right)
- With a helper holding the canopy open, align the open ends of gas spring ball joints with pivot studs and push them into place. Be sure the rod end is down as shown. DO NOT lower the canopy until both gas springs are engaged!
- Lift and lower the canopy a few times to lubricate gas springs for optimum performance.
Making Electrical Connections
WARNING
Shock hazard. Be sure the AC power is disconnected before connecting the
cables.
- Connect the canopy to the bench power cord to the bench receptacle. The plug is polarized. Align the terminals and firmly push on until seated then tighten the threaded locking ring.
- Plug the three-prong 120V AC power cord into a dedicated outlet (see Pre-Installation Planning).
Operation
Before You Tan
Before using your sunbed, please note the following important precautions.
- Your skin should be free of cosmetics, tanning oils, or other body lotions prior to tanning except for those specifically made for use with tanning devices. However, do not remove natural body oils by bathing or showering immediately before tanning.
- Your hair should be free of gels, mousses, sprays, or other hair products prior to tanning. These products can cause damage to the sunbed acrylic. As an alternative, a shower cap or towel can be worn to keep treated hair away from sunbed surfaces.
- This unit is intended for individual use. Only one pair of eyewear is included.
DANGER Some medications may increase your sensitivity to ultraviolet light. It is recommended that you consult a physician before using this sunbed if taking any medication or if you suspect that your skin might be especially sensitive to sunlight.
DANGER
Shock hazard. Do not operate this device near water or while you are wet.
Exposure Times
Follow the guidelines for skin type and exposure times as shown in the table
below. Untanned persons should not tan on consecutive days during their first
week of tanning. Never tan more than once a day. Tanning normally appears
after the first few sessions and maximizes after approximately four weeks. Tan
once or twice per week thereafter to maintain appearance. Persons already
having a base tan may begin at advanced levels corresponding to the extent of
their base tan.
RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE TIME IN MINUTES MAXIMUM EXPOSURE TIME IS 30 MINUTES
SkinType:
| Level 1/Week 1 1st-3rd Sessions| Level 2|
Level 3| Level 4| Subsequent Maximum
I Sensitive Skin| (Burns easily and severely and does not tan.)|
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR TANNING|
II Light| (Burns easily and severely and tans minimally.)| 6|
12| 18| 24| 30
III Normal| (Burns moderately and tans average.)| 8| 15|
22| 30| 30
IV Dark| (Burns minimally, tans easily and above average.)| 10|
17| 24| 30| 30
Parental Lock
This sunbed is equipped with a parental lock switch. This switch helps you
monitor the usage of the sunbed by children and/or others. To activate, insert
the key into the lock switch and turn, horizontally to lock and vertically to
unlock (illustration shown unlocked). You may remove the key in the unlocked
as well as locked position.
Using Your Sunbed
Once you have read Before You Tan and Exposure Times, you are ready to use
your sunbed. Proceed as follows. Your sunbed is designed for individual use.
Always wear the safety goggles supplied with your sunbed or another approved
pair of goggles, as defined under 21 CFR 1040.20. Regular sunglasses do not
provide adequate protection from ultraviolet light.
WARNING
Wear protective eyewear. Failure to may result in severe burns or long-term
injury to the eyes.
Step 1
Set the timer to the desired number of minutes (after first determining the
proper time period from the table on page 9). The lamps will turn on as soon
as you move the rotary dial from the “0” position.
Step 2
Lift the canopy, lie down on the bench (face up), and lower the canopy toward
your body. For best results, position the canopy as close as possible to your
body.
Step 3
When the timer reaches 0, the lamps will automatically turn off.
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning After Use
Clean and disinfect your tanning bed’s bench and canopy after each use. Use a
non-abrasive disinfectant cleaner that does not contain ammonia or ammonia
derivatives. Ammonia may damage the acrylic shield. Spray the acrylic lightly
with disinfectant and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth. Wipe the canopy grid
with a soft cloth slightly dampened with disinfectant, then wipe dry. We
recommend Australian Gold® PH Neutral disinfectant cleaner.
WARNING
Shock hazard. Disconnect the power before removing any protective covers.
Thorough Periodic Cleaning
Introduction
The cooling fans draw air through the bed and over time will cause a dust
buildup on the lamps and reflectors. This will reduce the tanning
effectiveness of the bed. When a dust buildup is observed, it is necessary to
thoroughly clean the inside of the bench and canopy.
Cleaning the Canopy and Bench
Step 1 Remove the acrylic shield, metal grid, and lamps as described in
Replacing Lamps.
Step 2 With a soft cloth, wipe the entire length of each lamp to remove
any film buildup.
Step 3 Clean both sides of the acrylic shield and grid with a nonammonia
disinfectant cleaner.
Step 4 Wipe the reflectors with a clean damp cloth.
Step 5 Re-install the lamps, acrylic shield, and grid
Mechanical Inspection
Your tanning bed has been built for years of service. To ensure trouble-free operation throughout its life, inspect the unit’s mechanical integrity every 400-500 hours of use.
- Inspect the unit’s fasteners verifying that all are firmly in place. Pay particular attention to the hinge bolts.
- Inspect gas springs for signs of wear. Gas springs that will not hold the canopy in the fully open position when raised should be immediately replaced.
- Inspect the timer as indicated in this manual under Timer Maintenance.
- Inspect the AC power cord and its connections.
- Inspect the acrylic. Broken, cracked, or badly scratched acrylics should be immediately replaced.
Replacing Lamps
Introduction
To be assured of maximum tanning effectiveness, change lamps after
approximately 800-1000 hours of use. Tanning will continue after this time but
at a slower rate. Replace the lamp starters whenever the lamps are replaced.
WARNING Shock hazard.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Removing/Replacing Acrylic Shield and Canopy Grid
The acrylic shield in the bench and metal grid in the canopy is secured in place by hinged profiles which run the length of the bed, both front and back.
Bench Shield
Simply pry up on the inside edge of the profile until it releases its latching
action (see figure at right). Continue to pry up the profile across its entire
length until it swings back freely. Repeat for the other profile. The long
edges of the acrylic shield are now exposed. Standing in front of the sunbed,
grasp the long exposed edge of the acrylic and carefully slide it toward you
until it is removed.
Canopy Grid
As you pry the hinged profile open the canopy grid should start to drop out on
its own. You may want to have a helper hold the grid while you pry open the
profiles. If you need to, slide the grid toward the head or foot end of the
sunbed and it will drop out easily. After changing the lamps, replace the
acrylic shield and canopy grid by reversing the above directions. Close the
hinged profile by pushing it back into place until it snaps tight.
CAUTION
Be careful. The edges of the acrylic shield may be sharp.
Removing/Replacing Lamps
After removing the acrylic shield and canopy grid, replace the lamps as
follows.
Step 1 Grasp a lamp at one end and at the middle, then turn the lamp a
quarter turn. The lamp may then be gently removed from its holder.
Step 2 To reinstall a lamp, insert the pins located on the ends of the
lamp into the slots on top of the lamp holder and turn the lamp a quarter
turn.
Recommended Replacement Lamps
We recommend using the lamps specified below. Use of uncertified lamps is a
violation of Federal regulations and will void your warranty. These lamps have
an average life of 800-1000 hours of effective tanning use. Lamps used longer
than that begin to lose their effectiveness even though they will continue to
light.
WARNING
Shock hazard. Disconnect power before servicing.
ONLY THE FOLLOWING LAMPS HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED FOR USE IN THE Pro 16SE
GT Wolff® Model GT171-T12-100W BI-PIN GOLDEN TAN™ Wolff® Model
GT71-T12-100W BI-PIN
Timer Maintenance
Your SunQuest® sunbed is equipped with a backup shut-off timer that will
automatically turn off the sunbed in the unlikely event of a malfunction of
the primary timer. This important safety feature also prevents the user from
resetting the timer before the end of the pre-set maximum time interval. The
electronic timer limiting circuit is automatically reset each time the primary
timer is turned to the OFF position. Annually, or whenever your sunbed is
relamped, check the operation and accuracy of the timer system as follows.
CAUTION
Do not perform these tests with a person in the sunbed. Doing so may lead to
overexposure which can cause eye and skin injury and allergic reactions.
Step 1 Obtain an accurate watch capable of measuring in seconds. Set the timer to its maximum interval. Using the watch, time how long the lamps remain on. The lamps should shut off within plus or minus 10% of the maximum timer interval.
Step 2 Set the timer to the maximum time interval. Wait ten minutes, then turn the knob back to the maximum time position. The electronic time-limiting circuit should turn the lamps off at an elapsed time equal to approximately 10% beyond the maximum timer interval, even though the primary timer continues to show the time left. Call ETS Customer Service if your timer does not operate properly, or if you experience difficulty with these tests.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Lamps fail to light | 1. Check source of AC power. Reset circuit breaker or |
replace fuse if necessary.
2. Make sure the unit is plugged into outlet.
3. Make sure cord between canopy and bench is properly connected.
4. Make sure timer dial is turned to a number past 0.
5. Make sure Parental Lock is in the vertical position.
One or more lamps fail to light| 1. Check that lamp is installed correctly.
2. Switch unlit lamp with a lamp that lights. If the new lamp lights and the old lamp still does not, replace old lamp.
3. If replacing lamp does not remedy problem, con- tact your service representative.
Canopy fails to stay in the up or down position| Gas springs should hold the
canopy fully open as well as allow it to rest fully closed. If the canopy is
left open for an extended period of time it may creep down. This is considered
normal. Keep the canopy closed when not in use. Replace gas springs when they
no longer have sufficient power to hold the canopy open when raised.
Sunbed does not stay lit| 1. Check source of AC power. Reset circuit breaker
or replace fuse if necessary.
2. Check timer system per maintenance instructions in this guide. Contact your service representative.
Parts List
This is a list of parts that may be replaced by the consumer. Care should be taken when replacing anything related to electrical wiring. We recommend contacting a professional electrician. When calling for parts, first state your bed model as N-16SE. Then refer to this list and the preceding illustration for proper part identification.
- Acrylic, Bench*
- Ballast
- Canopy Grill*
- Contactor (Relay)
- Cover, Bench
- Cover, Canopy
- Endcap Kit (1 left and 1 right endcap)
Fan
- Gas Spring set
- Hardware Kit* (assembly hardware)
- Hinge Brackets (left and right)
- Keys, Parental Lock*
- Lamp holder
- Lamps
- Leg Mounts* (found inside the bench)
Legs
- Manual*
- Pillow*
- Profile (blank)
- Redundant Timer
- Schematic Packet*
- Silk-screened Profile
- Switch, Parental Lock
- Timer
- Timer Bezel
- Timer Knob
- Trim Profile (blue)
- Weight (Pounds) 208
- Minimum Room Size 6’ x 8’
- Electrical – Voltage (AC) 120
- Amperage 14
- Circuit Breaker (Amps) 20
- Outlet (NEMA standard) 5-20R
- Main Lamps GT 100W
- Ballasts 100W
- Timer System Electro-mechanical
- Max. Exposure Time 30 minutes
- Back-up Timer Redundant Solid-State
CALL FOR SERVICE OR QUESTIONS
18004493605 6270 Corporate Drive Indianapolis, IN 46278-2900
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