How to Rig a Light

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prep the lantern on the ground:;

   Check the cord to see if there are any cuts, breaks, etc.
   
   You should not be able to see the coloured cords inside. , Check that the flex is gripped securely by the plug. , Check that it has been PAT tested (this is done annually by a professional).
   
   If your equipment has not been passed, do not attempt any of the following steps until it has been. , All the nuts and bolts have to be tight but not so tight that you cannot adjust the light's position on the bar. , shutter blades. , barn doors. ,,,,, If you accidentally drop something it could do a lot of damage. ,, If it is too long, wrap the excess around the bar to ensure the bond is not too loose.
   
   This is done so that if the clamp fails, the units can't generate enough force to break the safety bonds. , Lanterns are designed to hang in a certain way so as to avoid overheating.
   
   Always follow the manufacturer's specification. ,,,,,
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   Step 2: Start with a visual inspection.

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   Step 3: Check the plug to see if there are any signs of burning

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   Step 4: melting

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   Step 5: cracks

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   Step 6: Your equipment must have been properly tested for safety.

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   Step 7: Check the hook clamp and yoke.

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   Step 8: Make sure that all the adjustments to the lantern work e.g.

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   Step 9: Check that all the accessories have been added e.g.

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    Step 10: Check that you have added your safety bond.

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    Step 11: Test the lanterns to see if they work (if possible).

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    Step 12: If your lanterns have not passed these safety checks or you are unsure about any of them

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    Step 13: do not try to rig them up to the lighting bar.

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    Step 14: Hanging the lights:

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    Step 15: Make sure no one is directly beneath you as you are working.

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    Step 16: Hook the lantern onto the lighting bar and tighten up the wing nut.

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    Step 17: Use the safety bond and make sure it attaches the lantern to the bar.

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    Step 18: Make sure you rig the lantern the right way up.

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    Step 19: Point the lantern as to the area that you want to light and open up the barn doors or shutter blades.

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    Step 20: Check the length of cable you have to connect the lantern to the bar.

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    Step 21: If you have too much cable

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    Step 22: loosely wind it round the lighting bar in such a way that there is no stress on the cable entry to the plug.

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    Step 23: Plug it in.

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    Step 24: If you feel unsure about any of these steps

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    Step 25: ask someone

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