Service Manual

Sim.LED

Doc. ID: 100-0012350-EN – V 2.3

CO 003-01664

Please read these instructions

before starting any work!

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 S.I.M.E.O.N. Medical GmbH & Co. KG
In Grubenäcker 18
D-78532 Tuttlingen
Telephone: +49 (0) 7461 90068-0
Fax: +49 (0) 7461 90068-901
E-mail: info@simeonmedical.com
Internet: www.simeonmedical.com

Technical Service
S.I.M.E.O.N. Medical GmbH & Co. KG
Telephone: +49 (0) 7461 90068-888
E-mail: service@simeonmedical.com

© S.I.M.E.O.N. Medical GmbH & Co. KG 2023

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1 General ......................................................................................... 6
Information regarding this Service Manual ......................... 6
Explanation of symbols ....................................................... 9
Spare parts ........................................................................10
Warranty provisions ..........................................................11
Technical Service ..............................................................11
Intended use .....................................................................12
Incoming inspection during delivery of spare parts ...........12
Tools and requirements ....................................................13
Duties of the operator........................................................14
Personnel requirements/qualifications ..............................17
Dismantling and disposal ..................................................17
2 Power supply .............................................................................18
Switching power supply ....................................................18
3 Wall control unit ........................................................................19
4 Controller electronics ...............................................................20
BusinessLine .....................................................................20
HighLine (SC 3. Generation + MC 1. Generation) ............21
1. + 2. Generation HighLine ..............................................22
5 Handle units ...............................................................................23
Different adapters for handle units ....................................23
5.1.1 Handle unit with round adapter ..........................23
5.1.2 Handle unit with triangular adapter ....................23
Remove handle .................................................................24
5.2.1 Exchange handle unit / Sim.CAM with round
adapter ...............................................................24
5.2.2 Handle unit / Sim.CAM mit dreieckiger Aufnahme
austauschen ......................................................25
6 Technical service Sim.LED 450-500-700 .................................26
Service menu ....................................................................26
Working on the light head .................................................27
6.2.1 Opening the light head ......................................27
6.2.2 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD ..................30
6.2.3 Replacing the distribution board ........................38
6.2.4 Exposing the controller electronics ....................40
6.2.5 Replacing the cardanic cable ............................43
6.2.6 Checking light function ......................................50
6.2.7 Closing light head ..............................................50
6.2.8 Replacing the film control panel ........................55

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6.2.8.1 Mounting control panel on a light

head with double cardanic ............ 56
6.2.8.2 Mounting control panel on a light
head with low-ceiling cardanic ...... 61
6.2.9 Exchanging the handles ....................................65
7 Technical service Sim.LED 5000-7000 ....................................67
Service menu ....................................................................68
Working on the light head .................................................69
7.2.1 Replacing the controller electronics...................69
7.2.2 Opening the light head ......................................71
7.2.3 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD ..................74
7.2.4 Checking light function ......................................77
7.2.5 Closing the light head ........................................78
7.2.6 Replacing the distribution board ........................81
7.2.7 Replacing the film control panel ........................83
7.2.8 Replacing the cardanic/cardanic cable ..............84
8 Technical Service on adapter for central axes .......................94
Technical Service on the adapter for central axes will not
be necessary. Please contact the manufacturer in the
event of a malfunction. ......................................................94
9 Technical Service for mobile stand with spring arm (battery)
95
Replacing battery on mobile stand (OPL and UL) ............95
Replacing the Geni-Tec Charger double (OPL mobile
stand variant with battery) .................................................95
Replacing the Geni-Tec Charger, single (OPL mobile stand
variant with battery) ...........................................................98
Adjust spring force on spring arm (mobile variant only)..101
10 Technical service for camera and control unit ....................102
Service work on HD cameras and control units is not
necessary. Please contact the manufacturer in the event of
a malfunction. ..................................................................102
10.1.1 Service on Sim.Cam 4 K camera, replace film
control panel ....................................................102
Technical service for switching power supplies ..............102
10.2.1 Service work on switching power supplies is not
necessary. Please contact the manufacturer in
the event of a malfunction. ..............................102
11 Technical Service Sim.LED 3500+, 4500, 350, 250 ...............103
Working on the light head Sim.LED 3500+, Sim.LED 4500
........................................................................................104
11.1.1 Opening the light head ....................................104
11.1.2 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD ................105

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11.1.3 Checking light function ....................................107

11.1.4 Closing the light head ......................................108
11.1.5 Replacing the controller electronics.................110
11.1.6 Adjust light braking power Sim.LED
350/3500+/4500 ...............................................112
Working on the light head Sim.LED 350 .........................112
Working on the light head Sim.LED 250 .........................112
12 Technical safety inspection/maintenance ............................113
Technical safety inspection, maintenance report ............113
Documentary of technical safety inspections ..................118
12.2.1 maintenance report ..........................................118
12.2.2 Specifications on electrical inspections: ..........118
13 Troubleshooting ......................................................................119
Malfunctions Sim.LED .....................................................119
Fault analysis, Sim.LED ..................................................120
Error codes Sim.LED SC up to generation 2 (if present) 121
7.2.2Error codes Sim.LED 450/500/700/5000/7000MC and
SC up to generation 3 (if present) ...................................122
Error codes wall controls .................................................124

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1 General
Information regarding this Service Manual
Any changes to this medical device are not allowed as a basic
principle. This Service Manual enables the safe and efficient
maintenance and repair of the Sim.LED. The Service Manual must
be stored so that it is accessible to the lighting manufacturer's
service personnel or personnel authorized by the manufacturer.
As a rule, medical devices may only be installed, operated,
controlled and maintained by persons who possess the required
training, knowledge and experience.
Maintenance and repairs may only be conducted by authorised,
qualified personnel as a minimum requirement. Authorisation is
granted upon completion of a training course and receipt of a
certificate from the manufacturer. The qualified personnel in
question must have carefully read this Service Manual and
understood its contents before starting any work. The basic
requirement for a safe work process is the adherence to all safety
and handling instructions in this Service Manual in ascending order.
Furthermore, local regulations for working with medical equipment
in sterile rooms such as operating theaters apply.
The illustrations in this manual are provided for basic
understanding and could deviate from the actual design.
The installation and operation of the Sim.LED are described in the
separate Installation Instructions and Instructions for Use.

Safety information Safety information in this Service Manual is identified by symbols.

Risk of death or severe bodily injury!

Non-observance could possibly result in death or severe bodily
injury!

Risk of injury!
Non-observance could result in bodily injury!

Risk of material damages: Possible damage to or destruction of

the product or other objects, but also loss of data or loss of
working hours due to non-observance of the instructions.

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Symbols  Indicates handling instructions.

 Indicates a status or an automatic sequence as a result of
a handling step.
 “Reference title”, page 24
is a cross-reference to a chapter in this document.
 Instructions for Use of this lighting
is a cross-reference to a separate document.

Cable colours in circuit diagrams

Abbreviation Cable colour (en) Cablefarbe (de)

BK Black Schwarz
BU Blue Blau
BN Brown Braun
GN Green Grün
GNYE Green-Yellow Grün-gelb
OG Orange Orange
RD Red Rot
YE Yellow Gelb
TR Transparent Transparent

Copyright protection
This Service Manual is copyright-protected.
Transferring this Service Manual to a third party, reproducing it in
any type or form – even if only partial – and using and/or
disseminating its contents are prohibited without written
authorisation from the manufacturer.
Infringements will incur liability for damage compensation. We
reserve the right to assert further claims.

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Limitation of liability All specifications and instructions in this Service Manual have been
compiled under consideration of applicable norms and standards,
the current state of the art, and our many years of knowledge and
experience.
We assume no liability for damage caused by:
− Non-observance of the Service Manual
− Non-observance of the Installation Instructions
− Non-adherence to the designated use / specific function
− Failure to document and observe the defined maintenance
plan and safety-related inspections
− Start-up currents and overvoltage
− Use by non-qualified personnel (see personnel
requirements/qualifications)
− Modifications conducted independently
− Technical modifications
− Use of a defective or improperly repaired unit
− Use of unauthorised spare parts or accessories
The actual scope of delivery may deviate from the explanations or
illustrations provided in this manual in the case of special designs,
the use of additional order options, or due to the most recent
technical changes.

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Explanation of symbols
The following symbols can be found on the type plate and/or packaging. The symbols must always be
observed.

Follow the Instructions for Use

Electric shock: Warns of an electric shock which can cause severe injury or even
death.

Collapse of bearer arm system: Warns of the bearing arm system suddenly
collapsing due to faulty mounting.

Cutting injury: Warns of cuts.

Wear protective gloves.

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to electronic components!

 Ensure that the technician is grounded and that appropriate safety measures
have been taken against ESD. The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 –
28VDC. Disconnect the power supply.

Spring arm snapping up: Warns of the spring arm snapping up suddenly when the
adaption or end device is disassembled.

Specifications on minimum and maximum ambient temperature for storage and

transportation

Specifications on minimum and maximum air pressure for storage and

transportation.

Specifications on minimum and maximum air humidity for storage and

transportation

The arrows point towards the top side of the package. They must always point
upwards; otherwise, the contents could be damaged.

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This symbol identifies packages that contain breakable or sensitive contents.

Handle the package carefully, do not allow it to drop and do not subject it to any
blows.

Protect the package from wetness and keep dry.

Date of manufacture and manufacturer's address

Article number

Serial number

Protective grounding (ground)

Medical Equipment – General Medical Equipment

ONLY COMPLIES WITH ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005), CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1 (2008), IEC
60601-2-41:2009, UL 606011:2006, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 601.1 AND IEC 60601-2-41:2000
STANDARDS WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS

CE mark of conformity

Spare parts

Procure spare parts directly from the manufacturer. For the

address, see page 2.

Risk of injury due to the use of incorrect spare parts!

The use of incorrect or defective spare parts may place
personnel and patients at risk as well as cause damage,
malfunctions, or a total breakdown of the unit.

 Only use original manufacturer spare parts or manufacturer-

approved spare parts.

 If uncertain, always contact the manufacturer.

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Warranty provisions

The warranty provisions are contained in the manufacturer's

General Business Terms and Conditions.
The manufacturer's warranty is voided if unauthorised spare parts
and devices are used. Authorised devices can be found in the valid
Instructions for Use. Authorized spare parts can be found in the
valid Spare Parts Price List. The warranty and guarantee periods
begin according to the information in the valid version of the
general terms of delivery and payment.
The warranty and guarantee and claim of defects are excluded in
the following cases:
− Error/damage upon
installation/deinstallation/repair/maintenance
− Error/damage/defects from faulty handling/cleaning
− Installation/maintenance/repair by unauthorised person(s)
− Modification of individual devices or complete system
− Modification of the space for the devices or system to be
installed
− Damage from modifying the software/firmware
− Wear parts (brake screws)
− Damage from overvoltage
− Damage from excessively high start-up currents

Technical Service

Our Technical Service is available to provide technical information.

For contact information, see page 2.
In addition, our personnel is always interested in new information
and experience from using the product which may be valuable for
the improvement of our products.

Claims of any type against the manufacturer due to damage

caused by misuse, alteration or modification of the light are
excluded.

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Intended use

The concept of intended use also includes compliance with all

specifications in these Service Manual and the separate
Instructions for Use. Any use that exceeds the intended use, and
any other kinds of uses, are considered to be incorrect uses.

Danger due to incorrect use!

Incorrect use of the unit may lead to dangerous situations. The
following are especially considered to be incorrect uses:
− Use of the unit in facilities that have not been built in
compliance with applicable standards and guidelines
regulating the construction of medical facilities.
− Use of the unit in explosion-prone areas.
− Use of a damaged unit.
− Opening of the unit.
− Use and service of the device by unqualified personnel.
− Use of the unit when objects are hanging from its extension
arm, spring arm or light head.

Any type of claims against the manufacturer due to damages

caused by misuse, alteration or modification of the light are
excluded.

Incoming inspection during delivery of spare parts

Inspect your delivery against the delivery slip for completeness and
integrity, immediately after receipt. The goods must be checked for
transport damages. The manufacturer or dealer must be notified of
any potential transport damages within 5 business days.

Risk of injury due to falling objects!

Parts may fall off of damaged goods.
Any goods which may be damaged may not be installed and
must be reported to the manufacturer immediately.

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Tools and requirements

1. Torque wrench 35Nm (25.81 ft-lbs) to 140 Nm 2. Torque wrench 2Nm (1.48 ft-lbs) to 30
(103.26 ft-lbs) Nm (22.13ft-lbs)
(with various screw inserts) (with various inserts)

3. Circlip pliers with expansion control 4. Torx 20

(angled or straight)

5. Various Allen wrenches 6. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)

7. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 8. Assembling tool for safety glass and
gasket

9. Socket wrench 10. Special screwdriver

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11. Repair tool kit for control panel 12. Spanner

Duties of the operator

Responsibility to instruct The operator must inform himself of all applicable accident
prevention and hygiene regulations, and must additionally conduct
a risk assessment at the site where the unit will operate in order to
identify any risks posed by the particular work conditions. The
regulations must be implemented in the form of instructions for
operation of the unit.
During the entire time that the unit is in use, the operator must
check whether the operating instructions that he prepared comply
with current technical regulations and revise them if necessary.
The operator must clearly establish and manage responsibilities in
the areas of installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance
and cleaning.
The operator must ensure that the maintenance intervals and
technical safety inspections described in these Service Manual are
complied with and documented.
The operator must ensure that absolute cleanliness is maintained
when conducting the service activities described in the following.
The operator must ensure that all employees who handle the unit
have read and understood the Instructions for Use.
Furthermore, he must train personnel at regular intervals and
inform them of all dangers. He must also place safeguards so that
unauthorised persons do not use the unit.
The operator must ensure that only approved accessories and
accessories released by the manufacturer are used together with
the unit.

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Technical safety inspections The operator must allow technical safety inspections to be
conducted annually.
Technical safety checks may only be conducted by the
manufacturer's personnel, or by authorized specialists who have
received written approval from the manufacturer.
The protocol prepared by the authorised specialist, detailing the
measurement procedures, measurement results, and other
evaluations, must be kept until the lighting is disposed of
completely.

No liability in the event of non- The manufacturer assumes no liability for personal injury or
compliance with time limits! material damages if technical safety inspections are not contracted
and conducted within the time limits provided.

Translation In the case of translations into other languages, the German

version of this Service Manual shall be binding.

Notification of accidents and Malfunctions or unit defects that lead to bodily injury must be
damages immediately notified to the authorities in charge and to the
manufacturer.
The authorities in charge may request that the operator submit the
incident being notified to a technical safety evaluation by an
authorised expert, at its own expense, and that the evaluation be
submitted in writing to such authorities. The authorised expert will
be selected in consultation with the authorities in charge.
The technical safety evaluation will include determinations on:
− the cause of the incident
− the proper condition of the unit
− the risk situation following rectification of the fault
− the procurement of new knowledge as a result of the incident,
requiring revised or additional precautionary measures to
those already described

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Limitation of liability All specifications and instructions in this Service Manual have been
compiled under consideration of applicable norms and standards,
the current state of the art and our many years of knowledge and
experience.
We will accept no liability. Damages resulting from the following will
render the warranty and guarantee null and void:
− Failure to observe this Service Manual
− Failure to observe the corresponding Installation Instructions
− Non-adherence to the designated use / specific function
− Failure to document and observe the defined maintenance
plan and safety-related inspections
− Start-up currents and overvoltage
− Use by non-qualified personnel
− Modifications conducted independently
− Technical modifications
− Use of a defective or improperly repaired unit
− Use of unauthorised spare parts or accessories
The actual scope of delivery may deviate from the explanations or
illustrations provided in this manual in the case of special designs,
the use of additional order options, or due to the most recent
technical changes.

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Personnel requirements/qualifications
As a rule, the medical devices described in this Service Manual
may only be installed, operated, controlled and maintained by
persons who have been trained and authorised to do so by
S.I.M.E.O.N. Medical GmbH & Co. KG. according to the training
certificate and documents in their respective version. The
manufacturer reserve the right to withdraw already issued
authorisation (certificate) if this Service Manual is not
complied with by the trained person.
Risk of death due to incorrect maintenance!
Errors during maintenance / deinstallation may result in life-
threatening situations and cause significant material damage. For
that reason, please note the following:
− Maintenance may only be conducted by employees of the
manufacturer or by persons authorised by the manufacturer.
− The manufacturer must also be involved when conducting
unit relocations at a later time.
− Unauthorised installation and relocations are not allowed.

Risk of injury from failing to follow this Service Manual.

Maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by trained
and authorised qualified personnel.
Consumption of alcohol or drugs prior to or during
installation, maintenance, repair are strictly prohibited. The
safety, warning and cautionary instructions must be
followed!

Dismantling and disposal

The unit must be dismantled and undergo environmentally friendly disposal. Dismantling may only be
conducted by trained, qualified personnel. Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with manufacturer
speifications.
Risk of death due to improper dismantling!
Errors during dismantling may result in life-threatening situations
and cause significant material damages.
− Only allow trained, qualified personnel to conduct
dismantling.
− The manufacturer must also be involved when conducting
unit relocations at a later time.
− Unauthorised dismantling and relocations are prohibited.

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Power supply

2 Power supply
Switching power supply

Danger of electric shock!

A switch is to be provided on-site as a disconnector from the
mains power supply which disconnects the system from the
mains power supply at all poles simultaneously This switch must
meet the creepage and air distance requirements set forth in IEC
61058-1 for a mains voltage peak of 4 kV. The activation device
for this switch must meet the requirements of IEC 60447.
If the switch is not visible to the maintenance personnel, it will
have to be possible to lock it in the OFF position.
The locking mechanism may be located in the mains power
supply switch of the organization in charge. Applied voltage
during service, maintenance or repair may damage or
destroy the components to be serviced/repaired!
Disconnect the on-site power supply from the mains and
secure it to prevent reconnection when conducting any
work!

1 Line in 100 – 240 V AC (L, N, PE) 5 Connection to lights 28V DC (+, -, PE)
2 Line out 100 – 240 V AC (L, N, PE) 6 Connection to the wall control unit
3 Safety Power in 28 V DC+1% -8% (+, -, PE) 7 CAN connection to the lights (PE, CAN-, CAN+)
4 Safety Power out 28 V DC +1% -8% (+, -, PE)

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Wall control unit

3 Wall control unit

In this example, two lights may be connected to the wall control unit. The Sim.CAM SD is also controlled
from the wall control unit. It is connected through the light connection.

The Sim.CAM SD camera must be positioned on light 2;

otherwise, camera control will not be possible!

1 Connection to the switching power supply

2 Control panel, light 1
3 Control panel, light 2
4 Sim.CAM SD control panel

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Controller electronics

4 Controller electronics
BusinessLine

1 PE: Power supply PE, Cable GNYE 4 cable towards light field adjustment
1 -: Power supply minus, cable printing 2 5 video cable towards cardanic (not in use)
1 +: Power supply plus, cable printing 1 6 video cable towards camera
2 CAN plug with cable towards cardanic 7 4 cables towards distribution boards
3 cable towards control panel on cardanic, 3 plugs 8 4 fixing screws of electronic board

The plug connectors are identical for Sim.LED 450/500/700.

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HighLine (SC 3. Generation + MC 1. Generation)

1 PE: Power supply PE, Cable GNYE 4 cable towards light field adjustment
1 -: Power supply minus, cable printing 2 5 video cable towards cardanic (not in use)
1 +: Power supply plus, cable printing 1 6 video cable towards camera
2 CAN plug with cable towards cardanic 7 6 cables towards distribution boards
3 cable towards control panel on cardanic, 3 plugs 8 4 fixing screws of electronic board

The plug connectors are identical for Sim.LED 5000/7000.

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1. + 2. Generation HighLine

1 PE: power supply PE, cable GNYE 4 cable towards light field adjustment
1 GND: power supply minus, cable printing 2 5 video cable towards cardanic
1 +28V: power supply plus, cable printing 1 6 video cable towards camera
2 CAN plug with cable towards cardanic 7 3 cables towards Sim.PODs
3 Ribbon cable towards control panel on light head housing, 2 plugs 8 4 fixing screws of electronic board

The plug connectors are identical for 1. and 2. generation.

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Handle units

5 Handle units
Different adapters for handle units
5.1.1 Handle unit with round adapter
Handle units with round adapter are integrated in all types of light heads.

HighLine BusinessLine

5.1.2 Handle unit with triangular adapter

Handle units with triangular adapter are integrated in HighLine light heads.

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Remove handle

5.2.1 Exchange handle unit / Sim.CAM with round adapter

 Turn off power supply.

 Loosen both screws (2) by turning counterclockwise.

 Remove handle unit (1).

 Orient tongue (2) of handle unit / camera unit (3) into groove
(4) in the adapter.

 Plug in the d-sub plug (1) on the back of the handle unit /
camera unit (3) into the socket of the light body. For this
press on the complete unit evenly and firmly.

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 Fasten handle unit / camera unit with 2 screws (6). Thereto

turn the screws clockwise. If the screws are difficult to screw
in, check the position of the unit by pressing again evenly.

 Push the sterilisable handle onto the handle unit / camera

unit and turn it until it clicks into place.

 Switch on the power supply again.

5.2.2 Handle unit / Sim.CAM mit dreieckiger Aufnahme austauschen

 Turn off power supply.

 Loosen 3 knurled screws (1) on handle unit.
 Remove handle unit (2).

 Plug in the d-sub plug (1) on the back of the handle

unit / camera unit into the socket of the light body. For
this press on the complete unit evenly and firmly.
 Screw down the unit with knurled screws (2). Thereto
turn the screws clockwise. If the screws are difficult to
screw in, check the position of the unit by pressing
again evenly.
 Push the sterilisable handle onto the handle unit /
camera unit and turn it until it clicks into place.
 The unit is ready to work.
 Switch on the power supply again.

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6 Technical service Sim.LED 450-500-700

Sim.LED 450 (SC) Sim.LED 500 (SC) Sim.LED 700 (MC, with
Sim.CAM)

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that appropriate
safety measures have been taken against ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.

Service menu

Control panel multi-colour lights (MC)

 In order to reach the service menu for the lights, press the
brightness control keys (1) for at least 3 seconds.

 The error code/warning is displayed on the light

head's control panel, if errors are present:
 “Error codes Sim.LED SC“, page 121
 “7.2.2Error codes Sim.LED
450/500/700/5000/7000MC“, page 122

Leaving the Service menu

If the keys are not pressed for a certain length of time, the control panel automatically returns to normal
mode.
Return to normal mode by pressing the keys (1) simultaneously.

Control panel single-colour lights (SC)

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Working on the light head

6.2.1 Opening the light head

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

3. Torx 20

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Standard: Remove handle unit / Sim.CAM HD

 Remove the two knurled screws (2) from the handle unit
(1).

 Remove the handle unit (1).

 Remove the 4 screws (3) with washers for

glass fixing and set them aside.
For BusinessLine light heads there are 2 different
variants, see photos on the left.

Dismantling the glass cover

 Position the glass lifter (4), press firmly and hold and
carefully reverse the clamping lever (5) under pressure.

 The glass lifter will adhere itself firmly onto the glass
cover.

Only reduce the pressure once the glass lifter has firmly
adhered itself on the glass cover. Otherwise, it will not hold
reliably and the glass can fall off and break!

 Place the special tool (6) at the spot where the filler profile
(7) separates, and lift the narrow middle filler profile (7)
from its separation point.

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 Pull the filler profile (8) out of the seal.

 Slightly raise the glass lifter so that the glass panel slides
out of the seal.

Do not pull it off in a jerking manner since this will cause the
seal profile to slide out of the housing.

It is possible that the seal profile may stick slightly to the glass
panel. In such a case, it should first be slightly loosened by
hand.

Do not place the filler profile on the ground, it could become

contaminated. If needed, clean the filler profile before installing.

 Place the glass panel with glass lifters on bottom, on a

secure surface.

Do not touch the inner side of the glass panel. If necessary,

clean any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

Do not touch the LED!

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6.2.2 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD

 Required tools

1. Various Allen wrenches 2. Socket wrench

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Special screwdriver

Layout plan Sim.LED 450

with distribution boards (1) and (2) as well as controller
electronics (3). The number specified in the reflector
indicates the slot for the connection cable. For instance
2.8: Distribution board 2, slot 8.
The slots are allocated identically for SC and MC.

Two types of Sim.PODs are used with the MC lighting

series: Cold white (CW) and warm white (WW, marked
red).

When replacing a Sim.POD, ensure that it is being

exchanged for a Sim.POD with identical design!

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Slots 1 - 12 of distribution boards 1 and 2

When removing a plug, always note the position!
With the Sim.LED 450, only slots 1-3 and 7-9 on both
distribution boards are occupied with plugs for
Sim.PODs.

Layout plan Sim.LED 500

with distribution boards (1) and (2) as well as controller
electronics (3). The number specified in the reflector
indicates the slot for the connection cable. For instance
2.8: Distribution board 2, slot 8.
The slots are allocated identically for SC and MC.

Two types of Sim.PODs are used with the MC lighting

series: Cold white (CW) and warm white (WW, marked
red).
When replacing a Sim.POD, ensure that it is being
exchanged for a Sim.POD with identical design!

Slots 1-12 of distribution board 1

When removing a plug, always note the position!
With the Sim.LED 500, slots 5-6 and 12 remain empty
on distribution board 1.

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Slots 1-12 of distribution board 2

When removing a plug, always note the position!
With the Sim.LED 500, slots 6 and 11-12 remain empty
on distribution board 2.

Layout plan Sim.LED 700

with distribution boards (1) and (2) as well as controller
electronics (3). The number specified in the reflector
indicates the slot for the connection cable. For instance
2.8: Distribution board 2, slot 8.
The slots are allocated identically for SC and MC.

Two types of Sim.PODs are used with the MC lighting

series: Cold white (CW) and warm white (WW, marked
red).
When replacing a Sim.POD, ensure that it is being
exchanged for a Sim.POD with identical design!

Slots 1 - 12 of distribution boards 1 and 2.

When removing a plug, always note the position!
With the Sim.LED 700, all slots are occupied on both
distribution boards.

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Preparatory work for outer Sim.POD with Sim.LED

500 and Sim.LED 700
These Sim.PODs marked for the Sim.LED 500 are
mounted to a chassis (1) with counter nuts. The
chassis must be dismantled before this Sim.POD is
replaced.

Remove focus base and mask

 Unscrew round nut (1) of the CAN coupling with the

special screwdriver (2) and set aside for later assemby.

 Screw off 3 Phillips screws (3) of the mounting ring (4)

and set aside for later assembly.

 Screw off 2 Phillips screws (5) of the camera plug

connection and set aside for later assembly.

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 Gently remove mounting ring (4). Thereby pass the

camera plug connector (5) through the recess of the
mounting ring.

 Screw off all fixing screws (6) of the mask (7) with
hexagonal screwdriver.

 3 screws on Sim.LED 450/500 , 6 screws on Sim.LED

700.

 Remove mask (7) upwards.

The Sim.PODs on the inner ring can be mounted and disassembled from the front with a hexagon socket
wrench, without having to disassemble the "Light Engine".
For the outer rings the "Light Engine" has to be disassembled, s. subsequent description.

For Sim.LED 450, the "Light Engine" never has to be disassembled to disassemble a Sim.POD

 Carefully loosen all mounting screws (1) of the chassis

using a socket wrench and set them aside.

If an anchor bolt of the mounting screws (1) is damaged, the

light will have to be repaired by the manufacturer!

 The Sim.PODs mounted on the chassis can now be

replaced.

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Dismantling the Sim.POD

 With a Sim.POD on a chassis: Hold counter nut (1) firmly.

 Remove the middle screw (9) on the Sim.POD (10).

Do not touch the interior of the reflector. If necessary, clean

any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

Do not touch the LED!

 Lift the reflector (11).

 Hold the Sim.POD (10) firmly, otherwise the inner side of
the reflector could become scratched.

 Remove the LED connector pin (12) from the distribution

board.

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Removing old Sim.POD

 Detach Sim.POD (13) from reflector.

When pulling out the cables, make sure not to touch the
interior of the reflector!

Inserting a new, identical Sim.POD

 Guide the cables through the opening in the reflector. In

doing so, ensure that the cables do not touch the interior
of the reflector and are guided to the correct distribution
board (see layout plans at the beginning of this chapter)!

 Plug the connector pin (15) of the connection cable into

the slot assigned to it of the distribution board it is
allocated to (see layout plans at the beginning of this
chapter).

 Place the three projections of the Sim.POD into the

openings (14) in the reflector. The irregular arrangement
of the projections prevents incorrect positioning of the
Sim.POD.

 Insert the Sim.POD's projection (top) into the hole (below)

in the housing.

When positioning the reflector, make sure that the cables are
not pinched. All reflector components are tightened with a
torque of 2.4 Nm!

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 Fasten the Sim.POD (10) with its middle screw (9) at

2.4 Nm torque.

Final work for external Sim.POD with Sim.LED 500 and

Sim.LED 700

 With reflectors on chassis: Hold the counter nut against it

in the process.

 Carefully mount the mounting screws (1) of the chassis

using a socket wrench.

If an anchor bolt of the mounting screws (1) is damaged, the

light will have to be repaired by the manufacturer!

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6.2.3 Replacing the distribution board

 In order to replace the distribution board, first open the light head,
 “Opening the light head“, page 27.

 Required tools

1. Various Allen wrenches 2. Socket wrench

The light head contains two distribution boards (1). They are
partially covered by reflectors (2).

 Loosen the Sim.POD's middle screw under which the

defective distribution board is located,
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.

 Dismantle the reflector and Sim.POD,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.
Two reflectors (2) must be removed in order to replace the
distribution board.

 Note the connector pin positions, label the cables.

 Remove the connector pin from the distribution board.
 All cables must be pulled.
 Unscrew screws (1) of the distribution board
 Replace the distribution board and screw it back on with
screws (1).

 Plug the connector pin back into the previously noted

slots,
Layout plans in “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“,
page 30.

In the process, make sure that the cables are not pinched.

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 Re-mount the reflectors,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.

 After work on the light head is completed,

 “Closing light head”, page 50

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6.2.4 Exposing the controller electronics

 Before the controller electronics are exposed,

 “Opening the light head“, page 27.

 Dismantle reflector and Sim.POD under which the defective controller electronics sits,
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page30.

The controller electronics of the Sim.LED 500/700 are bolted from above.
The controller electronics of the Sim.LED 450 have press-in nuts for the fastening screws and is
screwed hanging

 Required tools

1. Various Allen wrenches 2. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)

3. Special screwdriver

This work must be carried out in order to replace the controller

electronics and replace the cardanic cable.

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Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that appropriate
safety measures have been taken against ESD.
The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.
− Only the complete controller is exchanged.
The new controller may only be restored to the original
condition of the corresponding light (with corresponding
serial number) using the service software.

Sim.LED 500/700
The controller electronics (3) are now visible.

 In order to dismantle the controller electronics, dismantle

the four reflectors (1).
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.

 Dismantle the cover (2) with its 4 Allen screws (4).

 Note the position of the power supply cables in the cable
clamps, then loosen cable clamps and the power supply
cables remove.

 Note the position of all connectors, then disconnect these

connectors.

 Disassemble the 4 fastening screws of the controller

electronics.

 The controller electronics can now be replaced.

 The new controller electronics has to be equipped with
thermal conduction pad. This thermal conducting pad is
part of the scope of delivery of the replacement
controller electronics.

 Please make sure the thermal conduction pad is placed

on the controller electronics as seen on the picture on
the left.

 If there’s an thermal conduction pad on the housing of

the light head, remove it without any residues.

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After exchanging the controller electronics:

 Tighten the electronics with the 4 screws with a torque of 1 Nm, ensuring that the PE cable is also
screwed on.
 „Controller electronics“, page 20
 Reconnect all plugs as noted.
 Connect the cable in the cable clamp as noted.
 Supply controller electronics via service software with settings according to the light head serial
number.

Sim-LED 450
The controller electronics (4) are now visible.

 Dismantle the four reflectors (1),

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.

 In order to dismantle the controller electronics, dismantle

the cover (3) with its 4 Phillips screws (2).

 Note the position of the power supply cables in the cable

clamps, then loosen cable clamps and the power supply
cables remove.

 Note the position of all connectors, then disconnect these

connectors.
 The controller electronics can now be replaced.

 The new controller electronics has to be equipped with

2 thermal conduction pads. These thermal conducting
pads are part of the scope of delivery of the replacement
controller electronics.

 Please make sure the 2 thermal conduction pads are

placed on top of each other on the controller electronics
as seen on the picture on the left.

When making the following motions, pay careful

attention to ensure that the controller electronics
and their components are not damaged on the
lights’ module plate!

 First, slide the controller electronics of the

Sim.LED 450 away from the cardanic and
under the chassis (1).

 Now, lift the controller electronics on the

cardanic side (2) and remove them from the
light head.

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When making the following motions, pay careful

attention to ensure that the controller electronics
and their components are not damaged on the
lights’ module plate!

 First, slide the controller electronics of the

Sim.LED 450 away from the cardanic and
under the module plate (1).

 Now, lower the controller electronics on the

cardanic side (2) and position them beneath
the holes in the module plate using the
threaded holes.

After exchanging the controller electronics:

 Tighten the electronics with the 4 screws with a torque of 1 Nm, ensuring that the PE cable is also
screwed on.
 „Controller electronics“, page 20
 Reconnect all plugs as noted.
 Connect the cable in the cable clamp as noted.
 Supply controller electronics via service software with settings according to the light head serial
number.

6.2.5 Replacing the cardanic cable

 First open the light head,

 “Opening the light head“, page 27.

 And remove mask and reflector,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page30.

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.

The cardanic must not be dismantled!!

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 Required tools

1. Various Allen wrenches 2. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)

Detaching the cable from the light housing

In order to replace the cardanic cable, the controller electronics must be exposed,
 “Exposing the controller electronics“, page 40, but it is not necessary to dismantle the cover of the
controller electronics.
The plug-in connections on the controller electronics stay plugged in, except for the power supply and
possibly CAN connection. Furthermore the video plug connection has to be disconnected.

 Unlock the securing hook (1) of the plug-in

connector on the grey cable by pressing on it and
disconnect the plug-in connector.

 Unlock the safety hook (1) of the plug-in

connector on the purple cable with a screwdriver
and disconnect the plug-in connector.

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 Carefully pull the plug (1).

 Loosen the mounting screw (2) in order to remove
the PE wire (GNYE).

 Loosen the terminals (3) and remove the mains

power cable.

 All cables guided through the cardanic are

now free.

 In order to avoid damaging the finish of the

cardanic, puncture the cap (1) of the cardanic
with a screwdriver and pry it out.

 Pull all four cables out of the cardanic (1) one

after the other.

 Tap the cap (1) on top of the cardanic and, if

necessary, puncture the caps of other joints with
a screwdriver and pry them out.

 Dispose of the destroyed caps.

 Pull all four cables out of the cardanic (2) one

after the other. If necessary, help them out by
gently pushing the cable from below (1).
Make sure that the plug-in connection is not
detached from the control panel itself.

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 Remove the two Allen screws (1) which connect

the turning connector to the cardanic.

 Unscrew the turning connector's adapter (2) using

a Phillips screwdriver (1) and screw onto the
turning connector of the new cable.

Passing new cable

 Insert the new turning connector into the cardanic
from below and make sure that the turning
connector is not damaged in the process.

 Screw the turning connector back on with two

Allen screws (1).

 Thread all four cables into the cardanic (1) from

the top one after the other and carefully pull out
its end at the next joint (2) in this order:
− Video cable
− CAN cable
− Power supply cable

 In order to make it easy to thread the cables in

further, fasten the three wires of the mains supply
line to another cable (1) with a bit of tape (2).

 Thread all cables (1) to one another piece by

piece through all joints of the cardanic and pull
through the light head.

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 The new cable, correctly guided into the light head

 Carefully plug the connector (1) back in. Do not

use any force to do so, since the couplings on the
board break easily.

 Reattach the PE wire (GNYE) with the mounting

screw (2).

 Connect the mains power cable to the terminals

(3) according to the printing on the board.

 Plug the plug-in connector (1) and make sure that

the securing hook clicks into place.

 Plug the CAN plug-in connector.

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 Attach one new cap (1) to each joint of the

cardanic.

 After work on the light head is completed:

“Checking light function“, page 50.
“Closing light head”, page 50Closing light head

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Various Allen wrenches

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5. Special screwdriver

 “Closing light head”, page 50

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6.2.6 Checking light function

All light functions should always be checked before the light head is closed.

 Carefully blow out the light housing with compressed air.

 Switch on lights and check function of all LEDs with a
sheet of paper (1). When the power supply is switched on,
the firmware of the controller electronics will conduct an
automatic test of the control panel in which all LEDs of the
control panel should light up for approx. 1 second.

 If needed, replace defective distribution board,

 “Replacing the distribution board“, page 38.

 If needed, replace defective reflectors/Sim.POD,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 30.

 If needed, replace defective controller electronics,

 “Exposing the controller electronics“, page 40.

6.2.7 Closing light head

 Required tools

6. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 7. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

8. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 9. Various Allen wrenches

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10. Special screwdriver

 Insert mask (7).

The smooth side is placed inside. Consequently, the be rough

outside.

 Install all mounting screws (6) of the mask (7) with an Allen
key and tighten with a torque of 1 Nm (3 screws for the
Sim.LED 450/500, 6 screws for the Sim.LED 700).

 Fasten CAN coupling (1) with a round nut and special

screwdriver.

 Mount camera connector with two Phillips screws (5) so that

six of the contacts are facing the center of the mounting ring
(4) and four of the contacts are facing outwards.

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 Fit mounting ring (4) with three Torx screws (3) and tighten
with a torque of 1.0 Nm.

 Clean the inner side of the glass panel with Eskanol 10.255
and a lint-free cloth.

 Carefully place the glass panel on the light head in such a

manner that the outer seal slides over the edge of the glass
panel.

 Using the special tool (1), bring the outer seal (2) over the
edge of the glass panel.

 Place the seal profile loosely around the edge of the glass
panel.

 Insert the end of the seal profile into the special tool, as
shown in the photo.

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 Fit the seal profile using the special tool.

The tool's setting angle should be approx. 45°.

With a setting angle greater than 45°, the seal profile will be
stretched!

 Fit the seal profile precisely.

 If the end of the seal profile projects, remove the profile and
refit using a smaller setting angle on the tool.

 If the end of the seal profile is too short, remove profile and
refit using a larger setting angle on the tool.

If the seal profile is shortened, there could be problems fitting the

seal profile correctly when servicing the unit again.

 The seal should end evenly with the glass

panel.
In order to avoid indentations between the outer
seal and the seal profile, do not use the special
tool to rework any points that already close
cleanly.

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 Fasten the 4 screws (3) with washers for

glass fixing and set them aside.
For BusinessLine light heads there are 2 different
variants, see photos on the left.

Standard: Remove Sim.CAM SD / Sim.CAM HD TOUCH

handle unit

 Place on handle unit (1) and fasten with two knurled

screws (2).

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6.2.8 Replacing the film control panel

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.

MC and SC film control panel (MC shown here)

 Required tools

1. Repair tool kit for control panel 2. Torque wrench 2Nm

(with various inserts)

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Spanner

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5. Various Allen wrenches

In spare part kit to replace the touch pad there is included:

− New screw M6x20
− 2 washers
− 1 nut

6.2.8.1 Mounting control panel on a light head with double cardanic

 Perforate the touch pad (2) with a flat

screwdriver (1) so that it penetrates the
touch pad (2) by a max. of 5 mm.
 Pry out the touch pad (2).
 The touch pad will be destroyed as a
result.

 Carefully loosen plug-in connection (3, 4).

 Dispose of the destroyed touch pad.

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 If the touch pad has an earth wire then

unscrew it with an Allen key. (5)

 Clean the control panel and clear it from

the old glue (6) with Eskanol 10255.

 Screw on the Allen screw (new-M6x20)

and then tighten it with torque screwdriver
(1) at 2 Nm torque.

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 Allen screw (2) from inside of cardanic

 To mount the wires (3) use an Open-end

wrench (4) and mount it in followed order:
1. Washer
2. Both earth wires
3. Washer
4. Nut

 After mounting the earth wires (5) put in

the cable of cardanic (6)

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 Make sure the cable is routed in a way

so the control panel is not pressed out
from the E-box.

 Plug the connector pin into the slot (8).

 Remove the cover film (7) of the adhesive
surface from the new self-adhesive film
control panel

 Mount the touch pad (9) and press it

together with the

 Put cover and back plate of the repair tool

around the touchpad and E-box.
 Press it together with the one-handed
clamp of the repair tool.

 This area of the light head should not come

into contact with disinfectants for at least 8
hours.

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6.2.8.2 Mounting control panel on a light head with low-ceiling cardanic

 Perforate the touch pad (2) with a flat

screwdriver (1) so that it penetrates
the touch pad (2) by a max. of 5 mm.
 Pry out the touch pad (2).
 The touch pad will be destroyed
as a result.

 Carefully loosen plug-in connection

(3, 4).
 Dispose of the destroyed touch pad.

In the case of the LC variant, the earthing

cable (orange arrow) is connected on the
left side and must not be unscrewed for
the exchange of the control panel.

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 Clean the E-Box and clear it from old

glue (6) with Eskanol 10255.

 Screw in new cylinder screw M6x20

and tighten with 2 Nm.

 To mount the wires use an open-end

wrench and mount it in following order:
1. Washer
2. earth wire
3. Nut

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 Make sure the cable is routed in a way

so the control panel is not pressed out
from the E-box.

 Plug the connector pin into the slot (8).

 Remove the cover film (7) of the
adhesive surface from the new self-
adhesive film control panel

 Mount the touch pad (9)

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 Put cover and back plate of the repair

tool around the touchpad and E-box.
 Press it together with the one-handed
clamp of the repair tool.

This area of the light head should not come

into contact with disinfectants for at least 8
hours.

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6.2.9 Exchanging the handles

 Required tools

1. Allen wrench 2. Torque wrench

Before the handles can be exchanged, the lighthead has to be opened,

 “Opening the light head“, page 27.

Reflectors and Sim.PODs may have to be disassembled to get better access to the screw connection of the
handles,
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page30

Each handle is attached with a total of 4 screw

connections, 2 per side

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The following components are required to attach

all 3 handles:
• 12x ball washers (1)
• 12x cone sockets (2)
• 12x securing screw (3)

The coated screws are screwed with a torque of

2.5Nm

After finishing the work in the light body, the dismantled reflectors must be reinstalled, then:
“Checking light function“, page 50.
“Closing light head”, page 50

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Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.

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Service menu

Control panel multi-colour lights

 In order to reach the service menu for the lights, press the
brightness control keys (1) for at least 3 seconds.

 The error code/warning is displayed on the light

head's control panel, if an error is present:
 “Error codes Sim.LED SC”, page 121
 “7.2.2Error codes Sim.LED
450/500/700/5000/7000MC“, page 122

Leaving the Service menu

If the keys are not pressed for a certain length of time, the control panel automatically returns to normal
mode.
Return to normal mode by pressing the keys (1) simultaneously.

Control panel single colour generation 3

Control panel single colour generation 2

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Working on the light head

7.2.1 Replacing the controller electronics

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.
− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.
− Disconnect the power supply.
− Only the complete controller is to be replaced
The new controller may only be restored to the original
condition of the corresponding light (with corresponding
serial number) using the service software.

 Required tools

1. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot)

 Remove the screws (13) on the Service cover (14).

 Lift the Service cover (14).

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 Remove 4 screws from the electronics (8, photo below).

 Note the position of all connector pins, then remove all
pins.

 Note the position of the cable in the cable junction box

(1).

 Release cable from the cable junction box (1).

 Replace controller electronics.
 The new controller electronics has to be equipped with
2 thermal conduction pads (1x short, 1x long). These 2
thermal conducting pads are part of the scope of
delivery of the replacement controller electronics.

 Please make sure the thermal conduction pad is placed

on the controller electronics as seen on the picture on
the left.

 If there are thermal conduction pads on the housing of

the light head, remove them without any residues.

 Screw on the controller electronics with 4 screws (8). In

the process, ensure that the PE cable on the top left of
the photo is also screwed on.

 Mount all connector pins as noted.

 Connect the cable in the cable junction box (1) as
noted.

 Put on the Service cover (14) and screw it on.

 Set up the electronics through the Service software and
set to the relevant values and figures.

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7.2.2 Opening the light head

The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.

− Disconnect the power supply.
− Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to
electronic components:
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Various Allen wrenches

5. Special screwdriver

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Standard: remove handle unit / Sim.CAM HD

 Loosen 2 handle screws (2) of the handle unit (1).

 Remove handle unit (1).

 On HighLine light heads there are 2 different variants of the handle unit’s adapter: on with round
adapter and the other with triangular adapter, see following photos:

 Loosen 4 screws (3) with washer that fasten towards the glass and set aside.

 Position the glass lifter (4), press firmly and carefully

reverse the clamping lever (5) under pressure.

 The glass lifter will suction firmly onto the glass.

Only reduce the pressure once the glass lifter has firmly
suctioned on. Otherwise, it will not hold reliably and the glass
can fall and break!

 Place the special tool (6) at the spot by the cardanic where
the seal (7) separates, and lift the small, filler profile in the
middle from its partition point.

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 Remove filler profile (8).

 Slightly raise the glass lifter (4) so that the glass panel
slides out of the seal (7).

Do not pull it off in a jerking manner since this will cause the
seal profile to slide out of the housing.

It is possible that the seal profile may stick slightly to the glass
panel. In such a case, it should first be slightly loosened by
hand.

Do not place the filler profile on the ground, it could become

contaminated. If needed, clean the filler profile before installing.

 Place the glass panel with glass lifters on bottom, on a

secure surface.

Do not touch the inner side of the glass panel. If necessary,

clean any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

Do not touch the LED!

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7.2.3 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD

 Required tools

1. Various Allen wrenches

Two types of Sim.PODs are used with the MC lighting series:

Cold white (CW) and warm white (WW, marked red).
When replacing a Sim.POD, ensure that it is being exchanged
for a Sim.POD with identical design!

Overview of Sim.LED 5000 with distribution boards (1) to

(3)
Take into account the different arrangements of the distribution
boards in the Sim.LED 5000/7000 MC!

Overview of Sim.LED 7000 with distribution boards (1) to

(3)
Take into account the different arrangements of the distribution
boards in the Sim.LED 5000/7000 MC!

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Details for the distribution boards (1) to (3)

When removing a plug, always note the position!

The wiring diagram above also applies to SC lights generation 3

and up!

 Remove the middle screw (9) on the Sim.POD (10).

Do not touch the inner side of the glass panel. If necessary,

clean any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

Do not touch the LED!

 Lift the reflector (11).

 Hold the Sim.POD (10) firmly, otherwise the inner side of
the reflector could become scratched.

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 Remove the LED connector pin (12) from the distribution

board.

Removing old Sim.POD

 Detach Sim.POD (13) from reflector.

When pulling out the cables, make sure not to touch the
interior of the reflector!

Inserting a new, identical Sim.POD

 Guide the cables through the opening in the reflector. In

doing so, ensure that the cables do not touch the interior
of the reflector!

 Plug the connection cable's connector pin (15) onto the

distribution board.

 Place the three projections of the Sim.POD into the

openings (14) in the reflector. The irregular arrangement
of the projections prevents incorrect positioning of the
Sim.POD.

 Insert the Sim.POD's projection (top) into the hole (below)

in the housing.

When positioning the reflector, make sure that the cables are
not pinched. All reflector components are tightened with a
torque of 2.4 Nm!

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7.2.4 Checking light function

All light functions should always be checked before the light head is closed.

 Function test can be made with service connection cable if

necessary.

 Carefully blow out the light housing with compressed air.

 Switch on lights and check function of all LEDs with a
sheet of paper (1). When the power supply is switched on,
the firmware of the controller electronics will conduct an
automatic test of the control panel in which all LEDs of the
control panel should light up for approx. 1 second.

 If needed, replace defective distribution board,

 “Replacing the distribution board“, page 81.

 If needed, replace defective reflectors/Sim.POD,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 74.

 If needed, replace defective controller electronics,

 “Replacing the controller electronics“, page 69.

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7.2.5 Closing the light head

Before closing the light head:

 “Checking light function“, page 77.

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Various Allen wrenches

5. Special screwdriver 6. Torque wrench

 Clean the inner side of the glass panel with Eskanol 10.255
and a lint-free cloth.

 Carefully place the glass panel on the light head in such a

manner that the outer seal slides over the edge of the glass
panel.

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 Using the special tool, bring the outer seal over the edge
of the glass panel.

 Place the seal profile loosely around the edge of the glass
panel.

 Insert the end of the seal profile into the special tool, as
shown in the photo.

 Fit the seal profile using the special tool.

The tool's setting angle should be approx. 45°. With a setting

angle greater than 45°, the seal profile will be stretched.

 Make sure to fit the seal profile precisely.

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 If the end of the seal profile projects, remove the profile

and refit using a smaller setting angle on the tool.

 If the end of the seal profile is too short, remove profile

and refit using a larger setting angle on the tool.

If the seal profile is shortened, there could be problems fitting

the seal profile correctly when servicing the unit again.

 The seal should end evenly with the glass panel.

 In order to avoid indentations between the outer seal and
the seal profile, do not use the special tool to rework any
points that already close cleanly.

 Mount 4 screws (3) with washers to fixing the glass.

 Screw on handle,

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7.2.6 Replacing the distribution board

In order to replace the distribution board, first open the light head,
 “Opening the light head“, page 71.

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

3. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 4. Various Allen wrenches

5. Special screwdriver 6. Torque wrench

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The light head contains three distribution boards. They are

located below the reflectors (see arrows):

 Loosen the Sim.POD's middle screw under which the

defective distribution board is located and remove these
Sim.PODs
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 74.

Up to three reflectors must be removed to

be able to replace the distribution board (see tracings in the
photo).

 Note the connector pin positions, label the cables.

 Remove the connector pins from the distribution board
(12).

 Also unscrew and remove the neighbouring reflectors.

All cables must be pulled.

 Replace the distribution board.

 Replug the cable's connector pins back into the correct
slots.

In doing so, ensure that the cables are not pinched.

 Screw the reflectors back on,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 74.

 After work on the light head is completed:

 “Checking light function“, page 77.
“Closing the light head", page 78.

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7.2.7 Replacing the film control panel

Film control panel MC, and SC starting with generation 3
 “Replacing the film control panel,“ page 55.

Film control panel SC up to generation 2

 In order to replace the film control panel cable, first open the light head,
 “Opening the light head“, page 71.

 Pull both connector pins.

 Push the film control panel from the inside, out of the light
head.

 The film control panel will be destroyed as a result.

 Remove any adhesive remains.
 Correctly align, position, and press firmly on the new, self-
adhesive film control panel, starting from the outside.

 Replug both connector pins back into the correct slots.

 In doing so, ensure that the cables are not pinched.
 After work on the light head is completed:
 “Checking light function“, page 77.
 “Closing the light head", page 78.

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7.2.8 Replacing the cardanic/cardanic cable

 In order to replace the cardanic cable, first open the light head,
 “Opening the light head“, page 71.

 In order to remove the cables, first remove the Service cover for the controller electronics,
“Replacing the controller electronics“, page 69.

 Required tools

1. Various screwdrivers (Phillips and slot) 2. Various Allen wrenches

3. Circlip pliers with expansion control

(angled or straight)

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Remove cables for MC electronics, and for SC electronics generation 3 and up

 Note the position of the power supply cables in the cable junction boxes (1), then loosen up the cable
junction boxes (1) and remove the power supply cables. Note the position of connector pins (2), (3) and
(5), then pull these connector pins. These cables will next be dragged into the light housing.

 Disconnect the video plug connection next to the

controller electronics.

1 PE: Power supply PE, Cable GNYE 4 cable towards light field adjustment
1 -: Power supply minus, cable printing 2 5 video cable towards cardanic (not in use)
1 +: Power supply plus, cable printing 1 6 video cable towards camera
2 CAN plug with cable towards cardanic 7 6 cables towards distribution boards
3 cable towards control panel on cardanic, 3 plugs 8 4 fixing screws of electronic board

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Removing the cables for SC up to generation 2 electronics

1 PE: power supply PE, GNYE cable 4 Cable to adjust illuminated field
1 GND: power supply minus, cable imprint 2 5 Video cable to cardanic
1 +24V: power supply plus, cable imprint 1 6 Video cable to camera
2 CAN plug with cable to cardanic 7 3 Cable to the Sim.POD
3 Ribbon cable to the control panel on the light housing, two plugs 8 4 mounting screws for the electronics

 Note the position of the power supply cables in the cable junction boxes (1), then loosen up the cable
junction boxes (1) and remove the power supply cables.

 Note the position of connector pins (2) and (5), then pull these connector pins.
 These cables will next be dragged into the light housing.

Detaching the cable from the light housing

 Turn over the light.
 Remove the Sim.POD (2) found in the cardanic area. To
do this, loosen up the middle screw (1) of the Sim.POD
(2) using a hexagon screwdriver.

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 Remove the Sim.POD (2) and place it on the middle of

the light.

Do not touch the inner side of the glass panel. If necessary,

clean any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

Do not touch the LED!

 Pull the ends of the cables (1) through the opening for
electronics.

Do not touch any reflectors in the process!

Separate the light housing from the cardanic.

The locking ring may not be reused, procure a new locking

ring for later mounting.

 Ensure that the light head and cardanic are well

supported - the cardanic will now be released from the
light head:

 Loosen the safetyring (1) using angled circlip pliers (2)

and remove.

 Carefully pull out the cardanic (2) together with cables

from the light head (1).

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Removing cables from the cardanic

 Remove the cover caps (1) in the cardanic area. To do

so, puncture the caps with a flat screwdriver.

 Procure new caps (1) for later mounting.

 A turning connector is located on the cardan joint (2) to
the spring arm. It will be later disassembled.

 Pull the cable through the opening (2) toward the back,
out of the cardanic pivot (1).

 Leave the ribbon cable (3) for the control panel (only MC,
and SC starting with generation 3), at this spot. It will be
returned to the light head during later assembly.

 Pull the remaining cables through the other cardanic

joints, until they hang at the turning connector in the
cardanic pivot to the spring arm.

Removing cable with turning connector

 Unscrew 2 screws (1) from the turning connector's

adapter using a hexagon screwdriver, and set aside.

 Unscrew the turning connector's adapter (2) using a

Phillips screwdriver (1).

 Set the adapter (2) and two screws aside.

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Insert new cable

The turning connector may not be damaged; therefore, leave

the protective cap (5) attached!

 Mount the turning connector (4) for the new cable (1) to
the adapter (3) using two Phillips screws (2).

 Slide the turning connector for the new cable (1), with
protective cap attached, into the cardanic's pin on the
spring arm's side, and affix with two Allen screws (2).

 Starting with the purple cable, carefully insert the cable

(1) into the cardanic in the direction of the arrow and
thread through to the cardanic's pin connecting to the
light, while taking care not to kink the cable.

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 If the cable (1) has been threaded through the cardanic

pin (3) on the light side, as shown in the photograph, also
thread the ribbon cable (2) once again through the
cardanic pins (only MC, and SC starting with generation
3).

 The new caps for the cardanic joint can now be attached.

Cable for lights with Sim.CAM HD TOUCH

1: Video cable
2: power supply cable
3: CAN cable
4: connection cable to control panel

Connect cardanic to light housing

 Thread cable (2) through the opening (3) into the light
housing.

 Plug the cardanic pin (4) into the opening (3) of the light
housing so that the pin (1) fits into the opposing hole. In
the process, guide the cable in such a manner that it does
not come into contact with any reflectors.

 Secure the cardanic pin in the light housing with a locking

ring (2), using circlip pliers.

According to DIN 471, do not overstretch the locking ring and

make sure that it glides along the entire circumference of the
groove!

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 Check locking ring (6) with circlip gauge (11):

− If the gauge fits in the opening of the lockingring, the
lockingring is not correctly positioned and must be
replaced before proceeding with the assembly.

− If the gauge does not fit in the opening of the

lockingring, the lockingring is correctly mounted.

 Thread the cables (1) through the opening (2) to the

electronics.

 Partition the cables (1) as shown in the photograph, to

allow sufficient space for the Sim.POD that is yet to be
mounted.

 Re-mount the Sim.POD (2) in the cardanic area. To do

so, tighten the middle screw (1) of the Sim.POD (2) using
a hexagon screwdriver.

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Connecting cables to MC electronics and SC electronics generation 3 and up (incl. Sim.CAM HD)

 Mount the power supply cable into the cable junction box (1). Connect the CAN cable to the socket (2).
Connect the ribbon cable's connector pin to the socket (3). Due to the differing number of pins, there is
no risk of confusion in this case. Connect the video cable to the socket (5). Close the service cover for
the electronics,
“Replacing the controller electronics“, page 69.

 After work on the light head is completed:

 “Checking light function“, page 77.
“Closing the light head", page 78.

1 PE: Power supply PE, Cable GNYE 4 cable towards light field adjustment
1 -: Power supply minus, cable printing 2 5 video cable towards cardanic (not in use)
1 +: Power supply plus, cable printing 1 6 video cable towards camera
2 CAN plug with cable towards cardanic 7 6 cables towards distribution boards
3 cable towards control panel on cardanic, 3 plugs 8 4 fixing screws of electronic board

 The video plug connection next to the controller electronics must be

disconnected.

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Connecting cables to SC electronics up to generation 2 electronics

1 PE: power supply PE, GNYE cable 4 Cable to adjust illuminated field
1 GND: power supply minus, cable imprint 2 5 Video cable to cardanic
1 +24V: power supply plus, cable imprint 1 6 Video cable to camera
2 CAN plug with cable to cardanic 7 3 Cable to the Sim.POD
3 Ribbon cable to the control panel on the light housing, two plugs 8 4 mounting screws for the electronics

 Mount the power supply cable into the cable junction box (1).
 Connect the CAN cable to the socket (2).
 Connect the video cable to the socket (5).
 Close the service cover for the electronics,
“Replacing the controller electronics“, page 69.
After work on the light head is completed:
 “Checking light function“, page 77.
“Closing the light head", page 78.

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Technical Service on adapter for central axes

8 Technical Service on adapter for central axes

Technical Service on the adapter for central axes will not be
necessary. Please contact the manufacturer in the event of a
malfunction.

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9 Technical Service for mobile stand with spring arm

(battery)
Risk of injury due to pinching!
Multiple parts must be assembled together or mounted onto one
another. As a result, injuries may occur due to pinching.
− Proceed cautiously during assembly.
− Mount with at least 2 trained and authorized technicians!

Replacing battery on mobile stand (OPL and UL)

 Instructions for Use Mobile Battery Stand (document 100-0016815)

Replacing the Geni-Tec Charger double (OPL mobile stand

variant with battery)

Dismantling

scope of supply Geni-Tec double charger:

1 Geni-Tec double charger zweifach

2 accessory parts

 Unscrew the union nut on the connector.

Unplug the cable from the left socket.

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 Remove all covers.

 Loosen the screw connections of the 2

halves of the charger.

 Remove charger from stand tube.

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Assembly
 Charger with view of the fixing pin
(red circle). This pin fixes the charger
on the stand tube in the hole over the
central equipotential bonding

 Attaching and fastening the charger

to the stand tube.

 Screwing the charger to the stand

tube. Screw the 2 halves of the
charger to the 4 connection plates on
top and on bottom with the 8 supplied
countersunk screws. (Keep in mind
that the screws are inserted
vertically). Tighten the screws with a
torque of 3.5 Nm.

 Clip up all covers accordingly.

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 Insert the cable with a bow into the

left socket as shown and secure it to
the plug using the retaining screw.

 The serial number (SN) & LOT

number of the charger is to be noted
and documented on the
corresponding maintenance/repair
form. The documentation is to be
transferred to the manufacturer upon
request.

Replacing the Geni-Tec Charger, single (OPL mobile stand

variant with battery)
Included in delivery with Geni-Tec
Charger, single:

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 Charger with view of the fixing pin

(red circle). This pin fixes the
charger on the stand tube in the
hole over the central equipotential
bonding.

 Attaching and fastening the

charger to the stand tube.

 Screwing the charger to the stand

tube. Screw the 2 half-shells of
the charger mount to the 4 Allen
screws supplied on top and on
bottom. Tighten the screws with a
torque of 4.5 Nm.

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 Clip up all covers accordingly.

 Insert the cable with a bow into

the left socket as shown and
secure it to the plug using the
retaining screw.

 The serial number (SN) & LOT

number of the charger is to be
noted and documented on the
corresponding maintenance/repair
form. The documentation is to be
transferred to the manufacturer
upon request.

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Adjust spring force on spring arm (mobile variant only)

 Remove the rear covers

according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

 Remove the front covers

according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and set them aside.

 Place the enclosed tube on completely and use

to turn. Wear protective gloves.

 Insert SW 6mm Allen key into the intended

opening as far as it will go.

 Turn Allen key to the left (1) -> spring force will
increase.

 Turn Allen key to the right (2) -> spring force will
1 2 be reduced.

 Remove tube and Allen key after setting the

spring force.

 Re-mount the covers in reverse order.

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10 Technical service for camera and control unit

Service work on HD cameras and control units is not necessary.
Please contact the manufacturer in the event of a malfunction.
10.1.1 Service on Sim.Cam 4 K camera, replace film control panel

Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to

electronic components!

 Ensure that the technician is grounded and that appropriate

safety measures have been taken against ESD.
The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 – 28VDC.

 Disconnect the power supply.

 “Replacing the film control panel”, Seite 55

Technical service for switching power supplies

10.2.1 Service work on switching power supplies is not necessary. Please
contact the manufacturer in the event of a malfunction.

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− The light heads are live with a maximum of 24 V DC.

− Disconnect the power supply.
− Electrostatic discharges (ESD) can cause damage to
electronic components:
− Ensure that the technician is grounded and that
appropriate safety measures have been taken against
ESD.

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Working on the light head Sim.LED 3500+, Sim.LED 4500

11.1.1 Opening the light head

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

 Position the glass lifter (2), press firmly and carefully

reverse the clamping lever (1) under pressure.

 The glass lifter will suction firmly onto the glass.

Only reduce the pressure once the glass lifter has firmly
suctioned on. Otherwise, it will not hold reliably and the glass
can fall and break!

 Loosen the rubber seal (4) of the glass panel (3), remove
from the light head and set aside.

The rubber seal was glued on and may be destroyed when

loosened from the glass panel.

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11.1.2 Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD

 First open the light head

 “Opening the light head”, Seite 104

 Required tools

1. Socket wrench 2. Various Allen wrenches

3. Torque wrench

Do not touch the inner side of the glass panel. If necessary,

clean any fingerprints using a soft microfiber cloth.

 Remove the nut (2) on the Sim.POD (1).

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 Lift the reflector (1).

 Hold the Sim.POD (2) firmly, otherwise the inner side of
the reflector could become scratched.

 Pull the Sim.POD's connector pin (2) from the power

supply PCB (1).

 Take note of the cable assignment.

Removing the Sim.POD

 Detach Sim.POD (1) from reflector.

When pulling out the cables, make sure not to touch the
interior of the reflector!

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Inserting a new Sim.POD

 Guide the cables through the opening in the reflector. In

doing so, ensure that the cables do not touch the interior
of the reflector!

 Plug the connection cable's connector pin (15) onto the

distribution board.

 Place the three projections of the Sim.POD into the

openings (14) in the reflector. The irregular arrangement
of the projections prevents incorrect positioning of the
Sim.POD.

 Insert the projection of the Sim.POD for Sim.LED

3500+/4500 (above) into the hole in the housing (below).
The irregular arrangement of the projections prevents
incorrect positioning of the Sim.POD.

When positioning the reflector, make sure that the cables are
not pinched.

 Screw Sim.POD back on and tighten with a torque of 0.7

Nm!

11.1.3 Checking light function

All light functions should always be checked before the light head is closed.

 Carefully blow out the light housing with compressed air.

 Switch on lights and check function of all LEDs with a
sheet of paper (1).

 If needed, replace defective reflectors/Sim.POD,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 105.

 If needed, replace defective controller electronics,

 “Replacing the controller electronics“, page 110.

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11.1.4 Closing the light head

Before closing the light head:

 “Checking light function“, page 107.

 Required tools

1. Vacuum lifting pad for saftey glass 2. Assembling tool for safety glass and gasket

If required, remove silicone residue from the housing and/or

the seal.

If the old seal is of bad quality, replace the seal.

 Place a rubber seal (7) around the edge of the light head.
 In doing so, make sure that the seam (8) is centred on the
cardanic.

 Press firmly on the rubber seal.

 Clean the glass panel (9) of any silicone residue that may
remain.

 Carefully place the glass panel (9) on the light head.

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 With the help of the special tool (10), bring the rubber
seal (7) over the glass panel.

 Glue together the loose flaps of cut borders with

transparent silicone (REF 909-0006754).

 Turn over the light head.

 Also glue the reverse side of the rubber seal with silicone.

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11.1.5 Replacing the controller electronics

In order to replace the electronics, first open the light head,

“Opening the light head“, page 104.
In addition, some reflectors must be dismantled to get to the controller electronics:
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD”, Seite 105

 Required tools

1. Socket wrench

The electronics (2) of the light head are affixed to the light
head's housing with two screws (3).
To gain access to the electronics, remove the five
neighbouring Sim.PODs (1):

 Loosen the central nut of the Sim.POD.

 Remove the Sim.POD,
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 105.

 Pull the connector pin from the electronics (2).

All connector pins must be pulled.

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 Loosen the nuts (1) of the electronics (2) with a hexagon

spanner SW 7.

 Remove the electronics (2).

 Correctly place the wire jumper onto the new electronics:

− Sim.LED 3500: No wire jumper
− Sim.LED 4500: Wire jumper (1) top
− Sim.LED 3500+: Wire jumper (1) bottom

The wire jumper must be set correctly before the electronics

are supplied with power!

 Place new electronics on the insulation rubber rings (4).

 Screw the electronics tightly.

The rubber rings will flatten when the nuts are tightened. Only
tighten the nuts gently!

 Plug the cable into the correct slot.

In doing so, ensure that the cables are not pinched.

 Screw the reflectors back on,

 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 105.

Tighten the reflectors with 1 Nm.

 After work on the light head is completed:

 “Checking light function“, page 107.
 “Closing the light head", page 107.

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11.1.6 Adjust light braking power Sim.LED 350/3500+/4500

The light braking power can be adjusted by

turning the small brake screw (green circle).

Do not turn the large screw (X) under any

circumstances. This will destroy the stop
and the light will have to be sent to the
manufacturer for repair!

Working on the light head Sim.LED 350

Service work is not necessary on the Sim.LED 350 light head. In the event of a malfunction, replace
the entire light head.

Working on the light head Sim.LED 250

Service work on the SimLED 250 light head is described and to be conducted in accordance with the
Installation Instructions 100-0015906 and the SimLED 250 Service Manual.

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12 Technical safety inspection/maintenance

The following documents describe the work that is required for the optimal and fault-free operation of the
unit:
 “Instructions for Use, Sim.LED surgical lighting“ and
 “Installation Instructions, Sim.LED surgical lighting“.
As a rule, the medical devices described in these Installation Instructions may only be installed, operated,
controlled and maintained by persons who have been trained and authorised to do so by S.I.M.E.O.N.
Medical GmbH & Co. KG.
Risk of death due to incorrect maintenance!
Errors during maintenance may result in life-threatening
situations and cause significant material damage. For that
reason, please note the following:

 Maintenance may only be conducted by employees of the

manufacturer or by persons authorised by the manufacturer.

 The manufacturer must also be involved when conducting

unit relocations at a later time.

 Unauthorised installation and relocations are prohibited.

Technical safety inspection, maintenance report

Interval Maintenance work Personnel

Every 2 years Conduct technical safety inspection, Manufacturer or

 Technical safety inspection, maintenance report“, page authorised qualified
113 personnel
according to Carry out a safety check of the spring arms according to the Manufacturer or
manufacturer's manufacturer's instructions. authorised qualified
instructions personnel
As required Check the braking power for the extension arm/light head Operator's medical
and adjust if required. technicians
 “Instructions for Use, Sim.LED surgical lighting“ and
 “Installation Instructions, Sim.LED surgical lighting“
Prior to use Replace the sterilisable handle with a cleaned and steam- Qualified medical
sterilised sterile handle. personnel
 “Instructions for Use, Sim.LED surgical lighting“ and
“Installation Instructions, Sim.LED surgical lighting“
Clean and disinfect the unit. Qualified medical
 “Instructions for Use, Sim.LED surgical lighting“ and personnel
 “Installation Instructions, Sim.LED surgical lighting“

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Interval Maintenance work Personnel

As required Clean the glass panel from the inside and outside with Manufacturer or
Eskanol 10.255 (manufacturer: www.haugchemie.de) and a authorised qualified
lint-free cloth. In the process, take note of the manufacturer's personnel
technical data sheet and operating instructions.
Prior to use The products for damaged finish, cracks, deformations, and Operator's medical
loose parts. technicians
Every 2 years Check functioning of all Sim.PODs. If needed, replace Manufacturer or
defective Sim.POD. 5-year warranty for Sim.PODs of authorised qualified
Generations 2 and 3. personnel
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 105
(Sim.LED 3500+/4500)
 “Replacing the reflector or Sim.POD“, page 74
(Sim.LED 5000/7000)
As required Check the illumination intensity using a calibrated light meter Operator's medical
(Sim.LED 5000/7000). technicians
Every 2 years Check products for function and replace controller Manufacturer or
electronics if needed. authorised qualified
 “Replacing the controller electronics“, page 110 personnel
(Sim.LED 3500+/4500)
 “Replacing the controller electronics“, page 69
(Sim.LED 5000/7000)
Every 2 years Operator's medical
technicians

− Check O-ring (1) in focus handle (2) for function and

damage (such as cracks).
− If the O-ring (1) is damaged, replace the entire
handle unit and send it to the manufacturer.
− Check function by placing and locking a sterile
handle according to the instructions for use.

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Interval Maintenance work Personnel

Every 2 years Locking sterile handle Check camera: Operator's medical

technicians

 Push the sterile handle onto the camera until the

push-button audibly and visibly clicks into place.
Every 2 years Manufacturer or
authorised qualified
personnel

Check tightening torque of the screws (1) at the central axes

and/or check Sim.Flex and tighten with the specified torque
as needed according to the requirements in the Installation
Instructions.
Every 2 years Manufacturer or
authorised qualified
personnel

Ceiling tube Ø125 round: Check all six screws (2) and
tighten them with the specified torque according to the
requirements of the Installation Instructions.

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Interval Maintenance work Personnel

Every 2 years Check the service cover on the central axle for correct fit Operator's medical
technicians

Every 2 years Check lock of small sterile handle for monitor bracket and Operator's medical
Sim.LED 350/3500 + / 4500: technicians

Check the function of the lock according to the instructions

with a small sterile handle.

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Interval Maintenance work Personnel

Every 2 years Mobile stand OPL: Manufacturer or

Check tightening torque of the screws and tighten with the authorised qualified
specified torque as needed according to the requirements of personnel
the Installation Instructions.

4 Nm

30 Nm

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Documentary of technical safety inspections

12.2.1 maintenance report

 form # 143-00194

12.2.2 Specifications on electrical inspections:

1. The insulation resistance measurement may not be conducted.

2. Measuring instruments must comply with IEC 61557-2 and IEC 61557-4 standards.
3. Measurement conditions as per DIN EN 62353:2014 standard
4. If direct current (DC) is used for safety power, the measurement is to be repeated with opposite
polarity. Both measured resistance values may not exceed the permissible value. The maximum value must
be documented.
5. According to the standard, the mobile stands (except ones with battery) do not count as a “system
with removable mains supply line.” since no angled mains connector is installed.
6. The inspection intervals/STI inspection can be found in the Service Manual. Previously measured
values can be used to evaluate the system’s electrical safety.
7. If a measurement value is exceeded, then the electrical inspection is deemed not to have
been passed and the light/monitor system may not operated!

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13 Troubleshooting
Malfunctions Sim.LED

The following table describes possible causes for malfunctions and

the actions required to rectify them.
If multiple malfunctions occur, shorten the maintenance intervals in
accordance with the actual faults.
In the case of faults that cannot be rectified using the following
instructions, contact the manufacturer. The Customer Service
address can be found on page 2.

Description of fault Cause Remedial action Personnel

Light head rises or sinks Spring arm defective Replace spring arm Manufacturer or
uncontrollably authorised
qualified
personnel
Light head rises or sinks Spring force is set Set the spring force Operator's
uncontrollably incorrectly  “Instructions for Use, medical
Sim.LED surgical lighting“ technicians
 “Installation Instructions,
Sim.LED surgical lighting“
The light head is too tight The braking power has Set braking power Operator's
/ too loose been set too low / high  “Instructions for Use, medical
Sim.LED surgical lighting“ technicians
 “Installation Instructions,
Sim.LED surgical lighting“
The sterilisable handles Sterilisation/disinfection Only dispose of and replace Qualified
show cracks and are were conducted cracked and porous medical
porous improperly sterilisable handles, perform personnel
future
sterilisation/disinfection
procedures according to the
Instructions for Use
 “Instructions for Use,
Sim.LED surgical lighting“
and
 “Installation Instructions,
Sim.LED surgical lighting“
End of lifespan reached Dispose of and replace Qualified
sterilisable handle medical
personnel

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Unit does not light up Power supply to the Turn on power supply to the Qualified
room is turned off room medical
personnel
Unit turned off at the Switch on the unit Qualified
mains switch medical
personnel
Power supply is Inspect voltage and fuses Electrical
interrupted experts
qualified for the
medical field
Electronics are defective Replace electronics Manufacturer or
authorised
qualified
personnel
Lamp is defective Replace lamp Qualified
medical
personnel

Fault analysis, Sim.LED

Description of fault Cause Remedial action Personnel

LED is lit very faintly Short-circuit Identify and replace Manufacturer or

defective Sim.POD authorised
qualified
personnel
Controller electronics Defective component Replace electronics Manufacturer or
malfunction authorised
qualified
personnel
Illumination intensity too Glass panel clouded / Measure actual condition: Manufacturer or
low soiled Measure the voltage in mV authorised
at shunt resistor (1 Ω) qualified
mV = mA, because 1 Ω personnel
205 mV = 205 mA
Clean glass panel
 “Technical safety
inspection, maintenance
report“, page 113
Malfunction in multiple Malfunction of a cable Plug the Molex connector Manufacturer or
LEDs harness pin into a different voltage authorised
source until the defective qualified
harness is located. personnel

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Error codes Sim.LED SC up to generation 2 (if present)

 Press the keys "+" and "-" simultaneously for three

seconds.

 The error code will be displayed in binary form by the

brightness LED, here as an example:
LED code = 10101000
Multiple LED codes for warnings could be present. Navigation
is conducted with the keys "+" and "-".
After approx. 30 seconds, the display returns to normal mode.

Error Type LED code Details

EEPROM data error Warning 11000000 Assembly group / component

defective
Software no longer operable Error 00100000 SW no longer runs through the
normal path
Excessive temperature Warning 10100000 75 – 79 °C, reduced luminosity
Temperature too high Error 01100000 ≥ 80 °C, reduced luminosity
Supply voltage too low Warning 00010000 < 19.2 V (24 V - 20 %)
Supply voltage too high Warning 10010000 > 31.2 V (24 V + 40 %)
Supply voltage extremely high Error 01010000 > 40.0 V
CPU voltage(s) low Warning 11010000 Tolerance exceeded
CPU voltage(s) high Warning 00110000 Tolerance exceeded
1 LED branch defective (short-circuit) Error 10110000 Voltage min: 3.6 V
Current: max. current is limited
by the HW
1 LED branch defective (interrupted) Error 01110000 Max. voltage: 45.6 V
Current: 0
≥ 2 LED branches defective (short-circuit) Error 11110000 Voltage min: 3.6 V
Current: max. current is limited
by the HW
≥ 2 LED branches defective (interrupted) Error 00001000 Max. voltage: 45.6 V
Current: 0
Light On/Off read back NOK Error 10001000 Redundancy function returns
an incorrect value
CAN warning Warning 01001000 CAN connection defective

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Error Type LED code Details

CAN error Error 11001000 No CAN connection

CAN error Error 10101000 CAN connection broken
Error, temperature sensor Error 01101000 From the controller starting
with V. 02.53

LED code: The respective display code for the eight brightness LEDs is entered in this column, e.g.
11000000 means: the first two brightness LEDs from the left are lit, the others are not.

7.2.2Error codes Sim.LED 450/500/700/5000/7000MC and SC up to

generation 3 (if present)
Information on restoring the CAN connection can be read out using the Simeon service software. More
detailed information can be found in the Service Manual, document number 100-0012350.

Display error code (if present)

Your control panel may display the last error code for a light. If a
wall control unit exists, it may also show this display. The wall
control unit also displays error resulting from the wall control unit
itself.

 Press the brightness control keys (1) for a minimum of 3

seconds.

 The error indication starts with a display of all LEDs (full

display) as a function control.

 Error code display: Light

 Error code display: Wall control unit

 Error code display: Sim.CAM SD wall control unit

 The sequence of full display – source – error code is

automatically repeated.

 After approx. 30 seconds, the display returns to normal

mode.
Multiple LED codes for warnings could be present. Navigation is
conducted with keys (1).

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Error Type LED code Details

EEPROM data error Warning 11000000 Assembly group / component

defective
Excessive temperature Warning 10100000 75 °C
Temperature too high Error 01100000 > 80 °C
Reduction of luminosity by 25
%
Supply voltage too low Warning 00010000 < 19.2 V (24 V - 20 %)
Supply voltage too high Warning 10010000 > 37.0 V
Supply voltage extremely high Error 01010000 > 40.0 V
CPU voltage(s) low Warning 11010000 Voltage 1.8 V exceeds
tolerance (< 95 %), A/D
value: 0xBEF3
CPU voltage(s) high Warning 00110000 Voltage 1.8 V exceeds
tolerance (> 105 %), A/D
value: 0xD30C
1 LED branch defective (short-circuit) Error 10110000 Voltage min: 1.4 V (0x0064),
Current: max. current is limited
by the HW
1 LED branch defective (interrupted) Error 01110000 Max. voltage: 47.5 V
(0x0D48), Current: 0
≥ 2 LED branches defective (short-circuit) Error 11110000 Voltage min: 1.4 V (0x0064),
Current: max. current is limited
by the HW
≥ 2 LED branches defective (interrupted) Error 00001000 Max. voltage: 47.5 V
(0x0D48), Current: 0
CAN error Error 11001000 CAN communication faulty
Error, temperature sensor Error 01101000 Temperature sensor defective
Key error Error 11101000 Arbitrary key pressed when
powered on (self-test)
Error disappears when no key
is pressed.
Error, pulse generator Error 00011000 One or both inputs for the
pulse generator (rotating
handle) is set during
switching-on (self-test).
Error disappears when neither
of the inputs is set (rotating
handle is released).

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Error codes wall controls

Error Type LED code Details

EEPROM data error Error 01000000 Assembly group / component

defective
Control panel Error 11000000 Control panel defective
CAN error Error 00100000 CAN communication faulty

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