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GLOBUG LIGHTING SYSTEM • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/23/09) — PAGE 17
COMPONENTS
Figure 5 shows the location of the controls and components
for the GBW Lighting System. The functions of each control
is described below:
Balloon Cover 1. — Stores balloon when GBW is not in
use. Allow a suffi cient amount of time for the lamp to
cool down before storing balloon. Possibility exists of
balloon getting burned.
Balloon 2. — Made of heat resistant polyester, with a
diameter of 47.2 inches (1,200 mm). Balloon is self-
infl ating and infl ates in less than 20 seconds.
Velcro 3. — Used to easily attach optional message strip
to the balloon.
Buckle 4. — Used to hold the balloon together when
storing inside the cover.
AC Power Cable 5. — Connects to the AC power source
(generator) on one end and to the lamp connector on
the other end with quick-disconnect connector.
Pentapod6. — Supports and holds up the GBW.
Locking Clamps7. — To secure the generator to the cart
platform, place clamps around the pipe frame of the
generator. Tighten securely to prevent movement.
Stay 8. — Supports the mast against the pentapod.
Mast 9. — This mast is comprised of three separate
stages. The mast can be raised in excess of 8 feet
(without balloon). When raising the mast, always be
on the lookout for overhead obstructions.
Mast Bolt 10. — Loosen to raise mast and tighten to keep
the mast in place when raised to the desired height.
AC Power Cable Connector 11. — Connect this quick-
disconnect plug to the balloon connector.
Message Strip (OPTIONAL) 12. — a 12 x 43 inch message
strip (GBBALD1) may be attached to the balloon. The
message strip can be purchased separately.
Zipper 13. — Zips up balloon to completely close it when
lamp is in place.
Lamp Holder 14. — Holds lamp in place. Lamp is screwed
into socket.
Balloon Connector 15. — Connect this connector to the
AC power cable connector.
Lamp/Balloon Bolt 16. — Used to tighten mast when
attached to the lamp/balloon assembly.
Fan Motor (Blower) 17. — Infl ates the balloon as soon
as power is applied.
Lamp 18. — 1000 watt metal halide bulb with pure white
light for maximum illumination.
Lamp Guard 19. — Protects the lamp from being hit by
objects and the balloon from touching the lamp.
Carrying Case 20. — Use this case to store the pentapod
when transporting or when not in use.
Offset Pole 21. — Supports lamp assembly when attached
to the straight pole.
Knob 22. — Secures the offset pole to the straight pole
when tightened.
Straight Pole 23. — Used in conjunction with the offset
pole to support the lamp assembly.
Clamps 24. — Used to attach the straight pole to an
external support. These clamps must be tightened
securely to prevent the light assembly from falling off.
Extension Pole 25. — Extends mast height by 40 inches
(GBWE). For GBHM and GBMP, 2 poles are included
to support the desired balloon assembly.
Hitch Mount Assembly 26. — Used to attach balloon
assembly to a hitch on a truck or similar vehicle.
Plate Mount Assembly27. — Used to attach balloon
assembly to a trailer or similar vehicle.
Plate28. — Attaches directly to a trailer to hold plate
mount assembly.