GLOBAL AIR SUPPLIES HERO8 8 Way Contactor and Heater Instructions
- June 3, 2024
- GLOBAL AIR SUPPLIES
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AIR SUPPLIES HERO8 8 Way Contactor and Heater
Instructions
8 WAY CONTACTOR + HEATER
INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the instructions before operating the unit.
SPECIFICATION:
The HERO 8 Way Contactor + Heater can control the timing of:
Lighting sockets: 8 x 600W HPS lighting systems or 4 x 1000W HPS lighting
systems. Not recommended for use with LED lighting due to the in-rush of
current on start-up. Heater sockets: total load of 2500W.
SAFETY FIRST:
Prior to set-up or maintenance, ensure that the unit is disconnected from the
power supply.
Ensure that the unit remains in a dry area and that it is not accessible to
people unfamiliar with its operation. The unit is intended for switching the
electrical load associated with HID (High Intensity Discharge) lighting with a
total load not exceeding either 8 x 600W or 4 x 1000W.
The unit has two power cords, each capable of carrying up to 13A. The power
cord on the left hand side is the `master’ power cord and also supplies power
to the timer and contactor. The left hand side should be plugged in for the
unit to function.
Check the input current required by your individual HPS lighting systems, the
total current required by all lighting systems on either side of the unit
should not exceed 13A. For safety reasons, any load applied to the unit should
be evenly distributed across both sides.
Do not plug the unit into extensions or adaptors as the current will be too
high for these and may create a risk of fire. Upon switching the unit off,
leave at least 5 minutes before unplugging it to allow any connected
appliances to safely discharge.
INSTALLATION
To mount the unit on a wall use the installed brackets as shown below.
Four brackets are pre-installed on the unit.
Fit a fixing through the hole in the bracket and fix to the mounting surface.
INITIAL SET UP
Please note: The timer must be set up before connecting any lighting or
heaters, and the unit must be connected to power. Gain access to the timer by
opening the covers. Ensure that the timer switch is in the 0′ position. 0′ position = Lighting sockets OFF / Heater sockets ON.
SETTING THE TIMER (CURRENT TIME)
To set the current time on the clock turn the outer 24 hour segmental timer
clockwise. When close to the time you should go very slowly and look at the
internal clock. If you pass the time you require, turn the segmental timer all
the way around and try again.
The timer is 24 hour. The time indicator shows the approximate time and if it is AM or PM. The timer above is set to 10.00am
SETTING THE TIMER (PROGRAM TIMES)
Set your required ON/OFF periods by pushing the segments outwards away from
the centre for the ON periods.
CONNECTING LIGHTS AND HEATER
Plug the HPS lighting systems into the sockets of the unit. Ensure that the electrical load is balanced and does not exceed the specification. If you are connecting 4 lights, plug 2 lights into one side and 2 in the opposite side to spread the load.
TURNING THE UNIT ON
To activate the timer, ensure that the switch is in the middle position. You
can verify that the unit is working by moving the timer switch to 1′ to check the lights power up, and position0′ to check the heaters power up. Once the
check is complete move the switch back to the middle (timer) position.
RESETTING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
There are 2 circuit breakers, the left circuit breaker is connected to the
sockets on the left hand side and the heater sockets. The right circuit
breaker is connected to the sockets on the right hand side.
If the unit is overloaded, the breaker will trip, and cut the power to one
bank of 4 sockets. Before resetting the circuit breaker, disconnect all lights
and/or heater from the bank that has lost power.
This example shows the right circuit breaker has turned off the power
supply.
Reset the breaker by pushing the switch to the up position.
Set the switch to position 1′ and re-attach each light individually. If the breaker trips when reconnecting a light, this indicates that the circuit is overloaded, or there is a problem with one of the lights. If the left hand breaker has tripped, turn the timer switch to0′ and
reconnect your heater(s) to the heater sockets. If the breaker trips, the
heater is overloading the circuit, or has an electrical problem.
Once you have resolved the issues, turn the switch back to the middle position
(timer).
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you suspect that the unit is faulty, it can be verified by plugging a known
working appliance into each socket in turn. If any individual socket fails,
return the unit to the retailer you purchased it from.
In the event that your unit has no power to any sockets, or to one side, check
the circuit breakers have not tripped and change the main fuse in the plugs if
required.
To replace the fuse, remove the plug from the socket and prise the fuse
carrier out of the plug with a small screw driver. Replace with a 13amp fuse
and push back into the plug. If the circuit breakers keep tripping, this is an
indication that the load being used is too large.
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
In the unlikely event that there should be a fault with the unit, please
return it to your retailer.
The unit carries a 2 year warranty (terms and conditions apply).
There are no user serviceable parts inside and tampering with the unit will
void the warranty.
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage caused by operation of the
unit.
Manufactured in the EU for:
Global Air Supplies
Unit 36 Meadows Rd
Wath upon Dearne
Rotherham S63 5DJ