User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Before You Begin .......................................................................................................... 3 What Is Included ............................................................................................................................... 3 Unpacking Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 3 Claims ....................................................................
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included Unpacking Instructions Claims Text Conventions Symbols • • • Hurricane™ 1800 Flex FC-T Wired Timer Controller Hanging Bracket with Mounting Hardware • • • Power Cord Warranty Card Quick Reference Guide Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition.
Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer Outdoor Use Sound-Activated DMX Master/Slave Safety Notes x x x P x Auto Programs Fixed voltage (120 V or 230 V) Replaceable Fuse User-Serviceable Duty Cycle x P x x x These notes include important information about the mounting, usage, and maintenance of this product; read before using the product. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
2. INTRODUCTION Overview Fog Fluid Tank Remote Control Input 5-Pin DMX In/Out DIP Switch 3-Pin DMX In/Out Breaker Power Cable Manual-Fog Button Back Panel View Power Switch Mounting Bracket Output Nozzle Adjustment Knobs x4 Front View HurricaneTM 1800 Flex User Manual Rev.
Dimensions 15 in 380 mm 13.4 in 340 mm 22.2 in 563 mm Page 6 of 16 Hurricane™ 1800 Flex User Manual Rev.
3. SETUP AC Power TM This Hurricane 1800 Flex has a fixed voltage power supply and it can work with an input voltage of either 120 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz, depending on the specific model. To determine the product’s power requirements (circuit breaker, power outlet, and wiring), use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product’s back panel, or refer to the product’s specifications chart. The listed current rating indicates the product’s average current draw under normal conditions.
Mounting Before mounting the product, read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes. Orientation This product may be mounted in a 90° degree angle (horizontal), provided there is adequate room for ventilation. The tank of the product should not move from this position. However, the front portion of the fog machine can tilt up and down in the desired direction. This is secured by using the bracket adjustment knobs.
4. OPERATION Remote or Manual Operation Timer Remote Controller (FC-T) The Hurricane™ 1800 Flex can be operated manually, or with the included timer remote controller (FC-T). The Manual button is located on the rear of the unit. See the product Overview. Two other optional remote controls are also available: a manual wired remote (FC-M) and a wireless remote (FC-W). Details on the optional controllers are available at http://www.chauvetlighting.com/.
Auto Cut-Off Feature This product has an auto cut-off safety feature to keep the machine from becoming damaged. This is referring to the operation of the pump. When the fluid tank is empty, the pump will still operate for a short period of time, until all of the fluid has been removed from the system. Then, it will sense that there is no fluid, and will automatically stop the fog output. An indication that this has occurred is when the LED’s that are lighting the fluid tank are flashing.
DMX Quick Reference Chart DMX Address Quick Reference Chart DIP Switch Position DMX DIP #9 SWITCH SET 0=OFF #8 1=ON #7 X=OFF or ON #6 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 DIP Switch Position 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Fogger Maintenance Do not allow the fogger to become clogged. After every 40 hours of continuous operation, use CHAUVET® Fog Cleaner Quart (FCQ) through the system to prevent the accumulation of particulate matter in the heating element. The recommended cleaning procedure is as follows. 1. Unplug the product from power. 2. Empty all fog fluid from the machine. 3. Add cleaning solution to the tank. 4. Connect the product to power and allow it to warm up. 5.
6. GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Indicator Status Red Possible Cause Heater warming up Possible Action Allow the product to warm up completely. This should take less than 10 minutes. Allow the product to warm up completely. Red flashing Air bubble in fluid line No output or short output Turn fog machine 45° to flatten out the bubble and allow the fog fluid to flow properly Turn off the product for 5 seconds, and then turn it back on. Repeat as necessary.
7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 22.2 in (563 mm) 13.4 in (340 mm) 15 in (380 mm) 27.6 lb (12.5 kg) Note: Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit. Power Operation Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Model-specific 120 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz Fixed Parameter 120 V, 60 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz Consumption 1,364 W 1,300 W Operating current 11.9 A 5.
RETURNS In case you need to get support or return a product: • If you are located in the U.S., contact Chauvet World Headquarters. • If you are located in the UK or Ireland, contact Chauvet Europe Ltd. • If you are located in Mexico, contact Chauvet Mexico. • If you are located in Benelux, contact Chauvet Europe BVBA. • If you are located in any other country, DO NOT contact Chauvet. Instead, contact your local distributor. See www.chauvetlighting.com for distributors outside the U.S.
CONTACT US WORLD HEADQUARTERS - Chauvet General Information Address: 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise, FL 33351 Voice: (954) 577-4455 Fax: (954) 929-5560 Toll free: (800) 762-1084 Technical Support Voice: (954) 577-4455 (Press 4) Fax: (954) 756-8015 Email: tech@chauvetlighting.com World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND - Chauvet Europe Ltd. General Information Technical Support Address: Unit 1C Email: uktech@chauvetlighting.