Tiffen Lowel Rifa eX Retrofit - Manual

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Lowel Rifa eX Retrofit Instructions
Warnings
Supplied Parts List
Step 1 - Removing the Core Step 2 - Installing the New Core
1
Retrofitting the Rifa-lite to upgrade it to the Rifa eX is
a multi-step process. First you must remove both the
IEC connector from the power cord and the lamp sock-
et core from the Rifa. Next you will replace the old
core with the new Rifa eX core and lamphead. Finally
you will wire the new replacement IEC connector.
Some steps require a small flat head screwdriver, in
addition to the supplied Allen Wrench.
n Warning - Risk of Fire / Electric Shock if
improperly wired.
n This retrofit kit should only be installed by
a qualified electrician. If you have any questions about the
process described below, contact Lowel.
n Reminder: Lowel does factory upgrades of Rifa.
n Read enclosed Updated Warnings Label fully,
and follow these warnings in addition to original warning
label (sewn onto Rifa shell). Also read all supplied Rifa eX
instructions fully.
Place original Rifa-lite on a stand, open fully but do not tight-
en the rear locking knob. The light should be oriented so
the Warning/Lamp label on the exterior is on the bottom
* (its
normal position is on top). If necessary, loosen rear locking
lever (
** ), rotate light, and relock. Do not attach front diffuser.
1a
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Parts & their codes for all Retrofit Kits
A Rifa eX Core with Base Cap
core for Rifa eX 44 (10535)
core for Rifa eX 55, 66, 88 (17224)
base cap for all cores (17232)
B IEC Connector (10004/2)
C 3/32” Allen Wrench (17999)
D Updated Warnings Label
for Rifa eX 44 only (17944)
for Rifa eX 55 only (17955)
for Rifa eX 66 only (17966)
for Rifa eX 88 only (17988)
E Standard eX Lamphead for Rifa eX 44 (TH-X300)
F Standard eX Lamphead for Rifa eX 55, 66, 88 (TH-X1000)
Using a flat head screwdriver, disassemble the power cord’s IEC
Connector, and remove the wires from their terminals. Slide
rubber strain relief sleeve from power cord. Discard old IEC
Connector.
1b
Remove the yellow safety cap from new eXchange core.
2a
Take the new eXchange core and thread its power cable through
the Rib Collar and Frame Tube, so that it appears out the back
of the light. Push the core into place, seating the Rib Collar
directly behind the base of the new core, so the Rifa shell is
fully opened.
2b
Rotate the core so that the larger of the 2 side pins is on the
right when viewed from the front (see arrow).
2c
Using the supplied Allen Wrench, re-tighten the Set Screw in
the Rib Collar firmly. If more tightening leverage is needed,
use the other end of the wrench.
2d
Pull center Rifa lamp core assembly straight out and discard.
1d
Loosen spring tension of Rib Arms by pulling Rib Collar gently
forward so it separates from frame tube and hangs loose.
1e
Locate the Allen Set Screw, at the top of the rib collar behind
the large lamphead core. If you don’t find it there, feel around
the ring until you locate it. Using supplied Allen Wrench,
loosen Set Screw but do not remove.
1c
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Codes for User & Lowel Repair Retrofits
Model
User Retrofit Kit Lowel Repair Retrofit
Rifa 44 LC-74 LC-741
Rifa 55 LC-75 LC-751
Rifa 66 LC-76 LC-761
Rifa 88 LC-78 LC-781