Godox LED Safety Instructions & Precautions

Important Safety Instructions and Precautions for Godox LED equipment as advised by Godox 

1. Godox LED lights, especially those with high power output, should only be operated by professionals.
2. Carefully read and fully understand the instruction manual before use and strictly follow the safety instructions.
3. Failure to do so may result in death, serious injury, damage to the product, or other property damage.

Danger

• Professional lighting fixture is prohibited for children. When children are near, parents or guardians must supervise closely to prevent them from personal injury due to collision with light or private use of light. 
• This product is not ordinary lighting fixture and cannot be used for general lighting. 
• Anyone who has suffered eye damage or has sensitive eyes should avoid using this product. When the light is on, it is forbidden to look directly at the lamp beads under any circumstances.
• Strong light should be used under the guidance of professional lighting engineers. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong light under any circumstances. If it causes eye discomfort, turn off the light, suspend use and seek medical attention promptly.
• For high-voltage (mains) powered products, use a socket with an earth protection device for power supply.
• When the light is on, it must be used with care. Do not touch high-temperature parts, such as LED lamp beads, to avoid burns.
• Do not use damaged product. Stop using immediately if the product shell is cracked due to falling, squeezing, or strong impact, to avoid touching the internal electronic components and getting an electric shock.
• Please use only the accessories recommended by our factory to avoid fire, electric shock or personal injury.
• If an extension cord is required, use the original extension cord or one recommended by the manufacturer (an extension cord with a current rating greater than or equal to that of the equipment). Extension cords rated at less than that of the equipment may cause fire, electric shock, other serious personal injury hazards, or property damage.
• Use only intact ground connection cables or ground extension cables that have been expressly recognized by the manufacturer for use in the operation of powered products.
• Damaged or twisted connection cables must be replaced immediately! The product has a long input power cord, so please place the power cord in a safe position to avoid it coming into contact with overheated objects, being improperly placed and causing damage by pulling, or tripping over on-site personnel.
• Do not disassemble the product without permission. If the product malfunctions, it must be checked and repaired by authorized maintenance personnel. If the lamp bead is damaged or deformed by heat, stop using it, and contact the manufacturer, service agent or qualified maintenance personnel to replace the lamp bead in time to avoid accidents. Opening the unit WILL result in a voided warranty policy.
• Do not use and store this product in explosive atmospheres (near flammable volatile solvents such as alcohol, gasoline, or gases such as methane and ethane).
• Maintain at least 1 meter distance between the light head and the user, other people, and heat-sensitive or flammable items during and after operation of the product.
• When cleaning and repairing the product, turn off the power before unplugging the product's power cord from the power outlet. When not in use, do not pull the power cord to unplug the product from the power outlet. Unplug the product from the power outlet by grasping both ends of the plug with your hands.

Warning

• This equipment is not waterproof, please keep it dry and do not immerse it in water or other liquids. The equipment should be installed in a dry and ventilated place, and avoid using it in rainy, humid, dusty or overheated environments. Do not place any objects on the light or let liquid flow into the light to avoid accidents.
• Do not block or cover the heat dissipation port of the product.
• After use, the product should be completely cooled before packaging. 
• Some products have built-in lithium batteries. Please use a dedicated charger to charge, and use them within the specified voltage and temperature range according to the correct operating instructions.

Some products are battery powered:

1. Do not use any batteries, power sources or accessories not specified in the instruction manual.  
2. Keep batteries and other accessories out of the reach of children and infants. In the instance that a child or infant swallows a battery or accessory, immediate emergency medical attention is required.
3. If the battery leaks, becomes discolored, deformed, emits smoke, or emits an abnormal odor, remove it immediately. Be careful during removal to avoid burns. Continued use may result in fire, electric shock, or skin burns.
4. Do not use any deformed or modified batteries.
5. Do not disassemble or modify this product or battery. 
6. Do not heat or solder the battery. 
7. Keep the battery away from fire or water. 
8. Do not subject the battery to strong external impacts.
9. Do not incorrectly insert the positive and negative ends of batteries, or mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.

Attention

• All transport protective materials and packages on the product must be removed before use.
• When not in use, please turn off the product and stop the power supply promptly.
• Before storing, make sure that the equipment has cooled down completely. For storage, unplug the power cord from the equipment. The equipment should be placed in the carrying case or in a ventilated dry place.
• Do not place equipment near flammable and volatile solvents such as alcohol and gasoline.
• Please make sure to clean the glass of the lamp bead frequently and keep it clean, the glass may explode if it is stained with mosquito bodies or dark-coloured organic matter. When cleaning the device, please do not use a wet cloth to wipe, please use a dry soft cloth to wipe the device dirt.

The safety instructions are formulated according to the strict testing of the factory, and the design and specifications of the equipment are subject to change without prior notice.

Customers can view the latest electronic instruction manuals on the official website of Godox and learn about the latest product information.