Hydrofarm Phantom II CMH 315W Instrucciones página 3

• CF (Crest Factor) – A measurement of how "clean" the ballast power output wave is. A perfectly
clean output sine wave would have a CF of 1.414. Given that some harmonics must exist in an
electrical system, the crest factor must always be higher than 1.414. Therefore, the closer the
ballast is to a CF of 1.414, the easier it is on the lamp.
• ta (Ambient Temperature) – Maximum rated ambient temperature for the ballast area. Excessive
ambient temperature can result in ballast failure, safety shutdown, or lamp failure.
• tc (Case Temperature) – Maximum temperature that the case of the ballast should reach. If
the case temperature exceeds this number, the ballast may be malfunctioning or the ambient
temperature may exceed the rating.
INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE BALLAST
1. Find a suitable location for the ballast with sufficient cooling and away from any heat source.
2. Install the lamp firmly into the lamp socket and connect the lamp cord to the ballast.
3. Plug the power cord into the power input panel on the side of the ballast.
4. Plug the power cord into the power source (electrical outlet - 120/240V only).
NOTE: For proper break-in on new lamps, we recommend that you run the ballast and lamp for
at least 12 straight hours after initial startup. This will improve lamp life and performance.
MOUNTING THE BALLAST ON THE WALL
1. Find a suitable location for the ballast. You will need a space at least 11.875" wide. You will need to
install two wall screws approximately 12" apart. If studs or another wooden mounting surface are
not available, use drywall anchors sufficient to hold 15 lbs. Ensure that the screw heads are large
enough not to slip out of the screw slots in the ballast frame.
2. Hold the ballast up to the spot where you want to wall-mount it, and make sure it is level. With a
pen or pencil, make dot marks on the wall where you will be putting the screws. (We recommend
drilling pilot holes if your mounting surface is hard wood, like a stud.)
3. After preparing your holes, hold the ballast in place and install the two screws. Carefully tighten
the screws until the ballast is secure. Do not overtighten.
Input power
Output power (Max)
Input voltage
Safe voltage
Input frequency
Power Factor
INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
335W
328W
120-240V
100V~275V
Amps 3.0A/120V, 1.5A/240V
50/60Hz
≥0.97
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