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VF-1200 DMX VertiFog CO2 FX fog machine user manual

1. 15 Safety instructions NOTICE Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet linoleum laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains In case of doubt do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor but use felt pad floor protectors or a carpet themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Features 3 Features Professional vertical fog machine for producing spectacular fog effects in clubs bars discothe ques and on stages Special features of the device M Control via DMX 512 one channel or the multi function control panel M Adjustable fog output volume and intervals Suitable for mobile use E Specially developed pump system for fog output up to five metres themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Installation 4 Installation themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively The device is designed for installation on the floor or on a flat surface and may never be posi tioned more inclined than 15 in operation The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above NOTICE Possible s
2. First make sure the unit is switched off Open the screw cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid Make sure that no fluid is spilled or gets into the device The easiest way is using a funnel The capacity of the tank is 2 5 litres Screw the cap firmly back on While the device is not DMX controlled connect the included multi function control panel to the five pin connector on the device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 28 Operating Turning the unit on NOTICE Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended Connect the device to the power grid and turn it on with the main switch As soon as the required operating temperature is reached the green LED on the control panel up When operating always ensure that there is sufficient fog fluid in the liquid container to avoid no load running Turning the unit off Turn off the power using the main switch Disconnect the supplied multi function control panel from the five pin connector on the device Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport you should transport the device only with empty fluid container themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 29 Operating 7 1 Operating mode DMX Setting the DMX address Use the DIP switches of the device to set the desired DMX address between 1 and 512 see the following figure DMX Address Set MOS NEO om SS m on om sa ont
3. 8 112141811 3 6 1 2 ERE ee Mena PEEL 12 56789 123456789 DMX Add 001 002 DMX Add 003 ON ON ON Pe eee AABARAABA 123456789 123456789 123456789 DMX Add 004 DMX Add 005 DMX Add 512 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 30 Operating DMX channel assignment themann 31 8 Technical specifications Heater power Power consumption Fog output Blast distance Fluid consumption Fluid container capacity Warm up time Operating supply voltage Fuse Dimensions W x H x D Weight 32 1 200 W max 1 250 W approx 150 m min 4 5m approx 80 ml min 251 approx 5 min AC 230 V 50 Hz 5 mm x 20 mm 8 A 250 V fast acting 305 mm x 170 mm x 390 mm 6 6 kg fog machine 9 Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The unit does not work Check the mains connection and the main fuse No response to the DMX controller 1 Check the DMX connectors and cables for proper connection 2 Check the address settings and the DMX polarity 3 Try using another DMX controller 4 Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits No fog output 1 Check the fluid level in the fog container 2 Switch the device off and check the hose that leads into the fluid container for flow
4. VF 1200 DMX VertiFog CO2 FX 33 Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 34 Cleaning 10 Cleaning NOTICE Possible damages caused by unsuitable cleaning agents Cleaners not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit Only use the fog machine cleaners listed on www thomann de and follow their instructions for use Clean the appliance after every 30 operating hours or if it was not in use for a longer period of time Procedure 1 Make sure that the device is turned off disconnected from the mains and completely cooled down Place the unit in a well ventilated place bottle with the cleaning fluid 2 gt 3 Take the suction hose out of the fluid container of the fog machine and put it into the Connect the device to the mains and turn it on with the main switch 5 Wait until the required operating temperature has been reached themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 35 Cleaning 6 Switch the unit to continuous operation and release fog for about 20 seconds 7 Put the suction hose back into the fluid container of the fog machine and release fog for another 20 seconds This rinses the pipes The cleaning is completed themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 36 Protecting the environment 11 Protecting the environ
5. as described in this user manual Any other use or use under other operating con ditions is considered 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 sufficient 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 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 Safety 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 10 Safety instructions 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 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 resul
6. turn the device on and off POWER FUSE IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply DIP switch for setting the DMX address Remote Control Five pin connector for the multi function control panel IN DMX input OUT DMX output fog machine Connections and operating elements Multi function control panel EE a VINTERVALA V VOLUME REMOTE CONTROLLER themann 25 26 12 13 14 15 INTERVAL With this control you can set the output duration per fog blast in a range between 5 and 150 seconds VOLUME With this control you can adjust the amount of fog to be produced by the device with each blast between 0 and 100 The green LED indicates that the unit has reached the operating temperature necessary to produce fog MANUAL Push this button for maximum fog output regardless of other settings The red LED indicates that continuous operation is turned on CONT Press this pushbutton to turn continuous operation on or off In this mode the fog volume you have set with the VOLUME control is continuously emitted until the next reheating fog machine Connections and operating elements themann 27 Operating 7 Operating Filling the unit NOTICE Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit Only use the fog fluids listed on www thomann de and follow their instructions for use
7. a 3 TRIAWI_CE VF 1200 DMX VertiFog CO2 FX fog machine themann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann Hans Thomann Sta e 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 25 06 2015 ID 362289 Table of contents na vu Bb WUN 00 10 Table of contents General informatiOn cccccccessssssessesssssssssssssssessessscssesssssscessessesessecsecsseeseesesssssucancsaessucsseeseeseeneenses 5 1 1 Further information 1 2 Notational conventions 7 1 3 Symbols and signal WOrdS ssersseerseeerssevssserassevasserasserssssssssersssreessresserenserrsseresssesseensserssseeesseressesene 7 AA iaiia 10 Features nn ici 17 Installation EE EN A A avettsasy 18 Startngup cota 19 Connections and operating eleMents cccsccsesssssscsseeceseecsseceseecsscesseecnscesseseeseessneceseeesnsees 21 Operating unneneenenseensenenennnnen 7 1 Operating mode DMX Technical specifications c sscsscscsisissscossscssrescsssacssstesiisacosscviasesssastevsessstsacondseissuscesiacssabysiesdacssvsescustens 32 Troubleshooting u ecccsscsssscssscssssssscecssecsssecsnscessecsnsccsseccsscesssecessccessecsuecesseessscesseeenseessseeescecsueeesseeess 33 Cleaning een E E EE EES 35 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Table of contents 11 Protecting the environment ssossvrronssrronsrresssrrsss
8. arked by square brackets and italics Examples VOLUME control Mono button 1 3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information Signal word DANGER WARNING CAUTION NOTICE Warning signs A themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Meaning 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 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 This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided 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 Type of danger Warning high voltage General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning flammable substances Warning hot surface Warning harmful or irritating substances Warning danger zone gt eee th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to produce artificial fog by vaporising fog fluid Use the device only
9. fog fluid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Safety instructions CAUTION Possible respiratory problems The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid The use of other fluids can release toxic gases Claims for damages caused by the use of non approved fluids 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 artificial fog NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 Safety instructions 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 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 fire themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION
10. ment Disposal of the packaging mate rial For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 37 Notes themann 38 Musikhaus Thomann Hans Thomann Stra e 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
11. srresserrenseerensersssseresseerensserenseerenserssssesesneerenseerensee 37 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 1 1 Further information On our website www thomann de you will find lots of further information and details on the following points Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of IN interest for you quickly a A ur online guides provi etailed information on technical basics Online guides Ouro guides provide detailed information on te al ba and terms Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline If you have any problems with the device the Service a customer service will gladly assist you fog machine General information 1 2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are m
12. t in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a regis tered electrician themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Safety instructions WARNING Risk of burns from flammable liquids The use of flammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage to property Always use approved fog fluids Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the device WARNING Risk of burns The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns Occasionally hot fluid drops may escape from the nozzle The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fifty 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 off the device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 Safety instructions WARNING Risk of slipping caused by condensation Fog machines can produce condensation Do not direct the fog to floors Floors and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the floors without a slipping hazard and if necessary remove the condensation WARNING Health hazard caused by fog fluid handling Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstuffs However it may be harmful if swallowed Do not induce vomiting Seek medical advice immediately Keep fog fluid in a safe place If the
13. taining o The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet linoleum laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains In case of doubt do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor but use felt pad floor protectors or a carpet 18 Starting up 5 Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections NOTICE Possible data transmission errors For error free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi nary microphone cables Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli fiers themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Starting up Connections in DMX mode Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one and so on to form a daisy chain Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor 1100 W themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 Connections and operating elements 6 Connections and operating elements Top view themann 21 Connections and operating elements themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 22 Connections and operating elements Connections themann 23 ON OFF Main switch to

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