Sunpak auto 16R pro User Manual

Important, Warning, Caution

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Important Safeguards (Be sure to read this page first because it contains critical information about the operation of the unit)

Please read and follow these essential safety procedures to prevent accidents,
injury to yourself and others, as well as property damage. Read all these
instructions carefully to insure the safe use of your Sunpak flash unit.

Explanation of symbols

WARNING:

These symbols warn of the presence

of non-insulated “hazardous voltage” inside the
product. Failure to observe the instructions marked
by these symbols and opening of modifying the
product may result in loss of life or serious bodily
injury. Make sure to observe the instructions.

CAUTION:

Failure to observe the instructions

marked by this symbol while handling the product
may result in serious bodily injury or damage to
property. Make sure to observe the instructions.

WARNING

• When this unit needs maintenance, inspection or servicing, bring it to your dealer

or nearest SUNPAK service center.

• Do not attempt to open, repair, or modify this unit. It contains a high-voltage

circuit, which may cause a fire, electric shock or serious injury.

• Do not use accessories other than those specified by SEA & SEA SUNPAK CO.,

LTD. Doing so may cause a fire, electric shock or other injury.

• If the unit is dropped or damaged, or if foreign matter enters the unit, bring it to

your dealer or nearest SUNPAK service center.

• Do not damage, destroy, modify, bend by force, stretch, twist, bundle, place a

heavy object on or heat the cables. Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.

• Do not operate the unit near the eyes (especially those of infants). Firing the

unit near someone’s eyes may cause visual impairment. Make sure to allow
a minimum distance of about 1 meter (3.3 ft) or more when taking pictures of
infants.

• Make sure to install the batteries with correct +/- polarity. When replacing

batteries, replace all of the batteries with new ones of the same manufacturer

and type. Using batteries improperly may result in leakage, overheating, rupture,
shortened service life or contact failure.

• Keep the unit away from beverages, cosmetics or chemicals. If spilled or

splashed liquid gets inside the unit, it may result in fire, electric shock or injury.

• Do not operate the unit in extremely humid environments, such as a bathroom or

near a humidifier. This may result in a fire, electric shock or injury.

• Always remove batteries before cleaning or otherwise maintaining the unit.
• Do not operate the unit if there is any possibility that a flammable or explosive

gas is present.

CAUTION

• Do not place the unit in a dusty place under direct sunlight or where it can be

exposed to high humidity. This can result in overheating inside the unit, which
can cause a fire hazard.

• Do not store the unit in a dusty place; otherwise, subsequent use of the unit may

result in a fire or electric shock.

• Do not place the unit in an unstable position, otherwise, the unit may fall or drop

accidentally, causing damage to the unit or personal injury.

Other Precautions

• Do not clean the unit with benzine, lacquer thinner or alcohol. This can result in

discoloration or deformation of the unit. Serious stains or dirt should be removed
with a soft dry cloth.

IMPORTANT

The Sunpak auto 16R pro is not compatible with the Sunpak
DX 12R. To prevent malfunction, never attempt to connect
this unit to the DX 12R’s main body or light source.

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