Stairville AF-180 LED Fogger Co2 FX DMX User manual

AF-180 LED Fogger

Co2 FX

fog machine

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

21.08.2018, ID: 334044 (V6)

Table of contents

1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9

2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 20

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 21

5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 22

6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 24

7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 31

8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 40

9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 42

10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 43

11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 45

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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 47

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1 General information

This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow

the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make

sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that

the buyer also receives this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to

change.

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1.1 Further information

On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the

following points:

Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.

Keyword search

Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of

interest for you quickly.

Online guides

Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics

and terms.

Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.

Service

If you have any problems with the device the customer service will

gladly assist you.

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1.2 Notational conventions

This manual uses the following notational conventions:

The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.

Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.

Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.

Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’ .

Letterings

Displays

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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is

indented and highlighted by an arrow.

Example:

1. Switch on the device.

2. Press [Auto].

ð

Automatic operation is started.

3. Switch o the device.

References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the specied page

number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to

the specied location.

Example: See

Ä

‘Cross-references’ on page 8.

Instructions

Cross-references

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1.3 Symbols and signal words

In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are

used in this manual.

Signal word Meaning

DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or

serious injury if it is not avoided.

WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious

injury if it is not avoided.

CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it

is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and

environmental damage if it is not avoided.

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – ammable substances.

Warning – hot surface.

Warning – harmful or irritating substances.

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is intended for generating articial fog by evaporating the fog uid with which it is

lled, with an additional electronic lighting eect by means of LED technology. The device is

designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as

described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐

ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be

assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual

abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this

device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Extend the life of the device by regular breaks in operation and avoid switching it on and o

frequently. This device is not suitable for continuous use.

Intended use

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DANGER!

Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not

within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from

the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never

remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or

damaged.

Safety

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DANGER!

Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐

tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so

could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐

tered electrician.

WARNING!

Risk of burns from ammable liquids

The use of ammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage

to property.

Always use approved fog uids. Never ll ammable liquids into the tank of the

device.

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WARNING!

Risk of burns

The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns. Occasionally hot

uid drops may escape from the nozzle.

The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fty centi‐

metre (1.6 feet).

Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation. It becomes very

hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching o the device.

WARNING!

Risk of slipping caused by condensation

Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to oors. Floors

and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog.

Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the oors without a

slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.

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WARNING!

Health hazard caused by fog uid handling

Fog uid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstus.

However, it may be harmful if swallowed.

Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog uid in a safe

place. If the fog uid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water.

CAUTION!

Possible respiratory problems

The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog uid. The use of

other uids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of non-

approved uids shall be excluded.

Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas.

Do not expose persons with health problems (such as allergic respiratory condi‐

tions, asthma) to articial fog.

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NOTICE!

Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat

source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

NOTICE!

Risk of re due to incorrect polarity

Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.

Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.

NOTICE!

Possible damage by leaking batteries

Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.

Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.

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NOTICE!

Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never

expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and

strong vibrations.

Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter

‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐

tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐

perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).

Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient

conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by

qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other

malfunction.

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NOTICE!

Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches

the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual

current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and

possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long

periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.

The device was designed for use in professional event technology and works reliably when

used properly. Observe the following information:

n Follow all warnings in these operating instructions.

n Never leave the device running without supervision.

n The device is not suitable for use in private households or as a child's toy.

n Place the device on a stable, re-proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device.

n Maintain a safety distance of 1 m to ammable materials.

n The device is not intended for suspended assembly (the so-called "ying operation").

General information about how

to safely operate fog machines

and hazers

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n During operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that

everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely.

n The haze or mist generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms.

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3 Features

This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages.

Special features of the device:

n Coloured fog eects by integrated LEDs

n Control via DMX (7 channels)

n Manual control via wired and infrared remote control (included)

n Vertically and horizontally usable

n Suitable for mobile use due to compact design

For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect

increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants

by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.

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