The handle on the outside of the outermost device is used to move ALL the devices on that side of the MASTER device together.
The slippery sliders (skis) on the bottom of the devices make this very easy to do.
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The left-side handles are mounted at a different height than the right-side handles
to prevent interference when the handles are moved close together.
In this 1M+2A (1 MASTER + 2 ADD-ON) arrangement,
the ADD-ON devices on both sides of the MASTER have been closed to form a triangle.
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The handles are also of course useful for carrying devices, in this case one MASTER device.
The device is not perfectly balanced owing to the vertical staggering of the handles as explained at the previous picture.
The weight of a single device is only 33 pounds (15kg).
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Devices are shipped one per box.
It is possible to cut a hole in the box to access the handle within as shown here.
The packaged device weighs only 40 lbs (18kg) and measures 79 x 17 x 7-1/4",
which is slightly UNDER the UPS dimension limit for standard size packages,
meaning less shipping cost for you should you ever need to re-ship the device.
Polyethylene (PE) foam pads support the device within the heavy-duty cardboard box.
Both the box and foam packaging are suitable for reuse or recycling.
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Another good way to move a PAIR of devices is to fasten them together as shown here.
After removing the key from the switchlock,
the devices are folded up and the hinge lugs fastened together on BOTH sides (at all four corners)
to hold the devices together.
For example, if there are 8 devices needing moving,
they could be transported as four sets of 2 devices each.
This method provides excellent protection for the bulbs.
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The two device folded assembly measures about 6 inches thick and weighs 66 pounds (30kg).
The ADD-ON device's connection cable stores between the two devices.
Note: While it is possible for one person to carry the devices as shown in these pictures,
always consider getting a second person to help you.
It can only makes things easier; for example by opening doors or helping to carry - one person at each end.
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Another useful feature that was basically free for Solarc to design-in
are the TOWEL HOOKS on both sides at the back corners of the device.
These built-in sheet metal tabs are simply bent out to create a hook.
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Towels can be hung from the towel hooks on the front to either or both sides.
UV phototherapy treatments are best taken after a bath or shower;
these towel hooks make a great place to dry your towel.
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One large towel can be hung to span across and cover the whole device.
In this picture, an ADD-ON device is folded over to hide the MASTER device,
and a towel hung over the back of the ADD-ON device.
Alternatively, the holes in the towel hook tabs could be used to string a cord to hang a curtain.
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To ensure long-term durability,
the endcap sheet metal is 18-gauge thick (0.048"), which is slightly thicker than a dime.
This thickness provides good strength, yet allows the hinge lugs to be bent slightly if necessary for alignment.
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The sheet metal components are polyester powder painted to a high quality white finish.
Solarc has been using the same painters for nearly 20 years.
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All Solarc devices including the
E-Series are designed and manufactured in CANADA.
Assembly, testing, packaging and sales take place at Solarc's plant near Barrie, Ontario;
about one hour north of Toronto.
We've been in Barrie now for more than 20 years.
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The black wire guard protects the bulbs and is removeable for servicing of the bulbs and reflector.
At the yellow arrows, two clips fasten the vertical wires of the guards to the device.
The top and bottom of the vertical wires are also held by the flanges of the endcaps.
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The internal components are easily accessed by removing 12 screws and the back cover.
The device on the RIGHT side is a MASTER device.
The timer and switchlock assembly can be seen at the top.
The ballast is closer to the bottom.
The device on the LEFT side is an ADD-ON device.
The black connection cable can be seen hanging from the top.
The ballast is about half way from the bottom.
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A view on the back side of a MASTER device.
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