Nimbus User Manual Rev. 9
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1. User Manual D t E o Q S A AH lt gt eo D gt TABLE OF CONTENTS le Betor OUBC IMD aa 3 Whar fs Mee TT TT T E O 3 Siglezie d elige 3 EMINET TI TU Eu 3 T XL CONV NIONS ES nan eut uA e nd A UL EU Eo UH E 3 O AP o o Ann 3 LB ice bel gah 2 eerte t EET Md d E ee d d EE E EET 3 ety dile Sues on cence eect re 4 2 INtTOoduc HO Mariana 5 POCUCL INEM a 5 Product DIMENSIONS aid 6 A A o E es 7 A CROCO 7 ADOUL Dry ICE MI DO OO 7 DEY IGS VV ANG Sua cs 7 e 8 Basic INSTUCLIONS Ai LE E E 8 Segen 8 Safety Shutoff FSI Gs ee EE CO O DIEI ME EIE DLIES Lodi ocam 8 5 Technical Information suso ruso ne Eb anse tes sautu en xx ENSE DrurREEIES 8 AVE ghia lel E e soe MU t fd iU EE Ke ee EUN 8 Contact Proced U E a te a aa htm 9 CHAUVET Contact InforMati0N occoccccncnccncnncnconcnconcnnnncncnncnnonannnnnnncnnnnos 9 Returning Products to CHAUVE IB en teuuco utut ame ron o na exa Rada Reis 9 6 Technical Specifications aiii iaa 10 Page 2 of 10 Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is 1 x Nimbus 1 x Warranty Card Included 1 x Power Cord 1 x Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition Instructions Claims f the box or the contents the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling notify the2. 79 C Ordering Product Name Item Code Item Number Nimbus 120 V 09050429 NIMBUS Nimbus 220 V 09050451 220VNIMBUS UL 1573 RoHS CSAC22 2 No 166 C US E113093 Page 10 of 10 Nimbus User Manual Rev 9
3. can lead to a pressure build up and a risk of an explosion Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 Page 7 of 10 4 OP ERATION Basic Instructions Operation 2 3 4 5 6 f The top plate has two LED indicators one red and one green The red LED indicates that the heater is on and the green LED indicates when the water is at its optimal operating temperature The heater will not turn on unless there is enough water As the dry ice sublimates the green LED indicator will turn off indicating that the water temperature has dropped below its optimal operating temperature This is normal and the Nimbus will continue to operate until all the dry ice has been used During operation the top plate becomes very hot DO NOT TOUCH There is an optional power input next to the main power input to increase the rate in which the water is heated Use the included power cable and connect this secondary input to a separate circuit to heat the water in half the time Do not plug both power cords into the same circuit as the breaker will trip The dry ice must be stored inside the internal basket for optimal performance Do not remove this basket as serious bodily injury may occur Place the machine on a level surface Plug the power cord into the wall Raise the basket to its highest level with the operation lever Open the lid and fill with water until the red light comes on The container can hold up to 4 5 gallons 17 liters
4. carrier immediately not CHAUVET Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim In addition keep the box and contents for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with CHAUVETQ within 7 days of delivery Text Convention Meaning Conventions 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen lt ENTER gt A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Sym bols Symbol Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Not following these instructions may make the product not work cause damage to the product or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may keep the product from working correctly Useful information LIO gt Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice CHAUVET assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this manual CHAUVETO reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions You can download the latest version of this document from www chauvetlighting com Copyright 2013 CHAUVETE All rights reserved Electronically published by CHAUVET in the United S
5. sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even If the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch About Dry Ice Dry ice is a solid form of carbon dioxide The term dry ice is used because of its ability 9 lo sublimate the process of transforming from a solid directly to a gas without any and CO liquid formation Dry ice reaches a temperature of minus 189 5 F 87 5 C When immersed in hot or boiling water dry ice sublimates and agitates the water The released cold CO gas causes the water vapor to form water droplets in the air This expansion of gas and moisture pushes its way out of the machine Because the CO is cold and heavy the moisture sinks to the floor The droplets in the air create the fog effect Dry Ice DO NOT cover or plug the output nozzle during operation Compressing the dry ice d will cause a chemical reaction that may lead to an explosion Warnings j Do not handle dry ice with bare hands Thick gloves must be worn Do not swallow dry ice It will lead to severe internal injuries AN Before breaking the dry ice cover it with a piece of cloth or place the block in a cloth bag Eye protection must be worn Do not use in a confined space Make sure the room is well ventilated before beginning usage Dry ice should never be stored in a sealed container that
6. Ltd In any other country contact your local distributor See www chauvetlighting com for contact details CHAUVETO World Headquarters United Kingdom amp Ireland CHAUVETO CHAUVETO Europe Ltd C on ta ct General Information General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Address Unit 1C Information Sunrise FL 33351 Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Voice 954 577 4455 Pinxton Nottingham UK Fax 954 929 5560 NG16 6NT Toll free 800 762 1084 Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Technical Support Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Email uktech chauvetlighting com Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk If you live outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return CHAUVET products to them Visit our website for contact details Returning Products to CHAUVET Call the corresponding CHAUVET Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return You must send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories CHAUVET will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number CHAUVET will refuse any produ
7. Using protective gear load the basket with up to 10 lbs of dry ice The dry ice should be loaded at the last possible moment Close and latch the lid Grab the operating lever and slowly lower the handle to the middle notch for low output or all the way down for high output When output slows or stops raise and refill the basket red LED indicator Once the red light comes on repeat steps 4 through 7 LA Due to water evaporation you may need to refill the Nimbus M with water to trigger the Safety Shutoff The Nimbus is fitted with a safety shutoff feature which prevents the unit s heaters Feature from turning on when the water level is too low If this safety shutoff feature has been engaged simply add more water to continue using the Nimbus M 5 ECHNICAL INFORMATION Maintenance The Nimbus requires minimal upkeep in order to maintain optimum performance However some steps are needed in order to clean and maintain the product for maximum usage The recommended procedure is as follows Page 8 of 10 1 2 After use wait for the machine and any remaining water inside to fully cool down Dump all cooled water from the internal tank from the product You may risk bodily harm and damage to transport items if the water is still hot Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 To return a product or request support Contact Procedure In the U S contact CHAUVET World Headquarters In the UK or Ireland contact CHAUVET Europe
8. ct returned without an RMA number Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Before sending the product clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA number A brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility FedEx packing or double boxing are recommended CHAUVET reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 Page 9 of 10 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 20 in 513 mm Empty 28 6 lbs 13 kg 18 in 465 mm 19 in 470 mm Full 75 lbs 34 kg Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Model specific 120 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz Voltage specific Parameter Single Element Dual Element Consumption 1500 W 3000 W Operating 126A 25 2 A Power I O US Worldwide UK Europe Power input connector Neutrik amp powerCON A Neutrik powerCON A Heat Parameter Heat Up Time Reheat Time Single Element 50 min 30 min Dual Element 30 min 15 min Average Runtime Tank Capacity Dry Ice Capacity 6 min 4 5 gal 17 I 10 lbs 4 5 kg Thermal Maximum External Temp Max Water Temperature 104 F 40 C 175 F
9. duced to 20 50cm or below Do not direct output continuously directly at anything within close proximity of the discharge nozzle The area in front of the product may become wet during operation Make sure not to use near smooth floors as they may become slippery Water temperature should be about 175 F for optimal operation Keep this User Manual for future consultation If you sell the product to another user be sure that they also receive this document Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 2 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Power In LED Indicators Optional Power In Carry Handle x2 Lid Latch 2 N N o J gt o J gt o Operation Output Lever Page 5 of 10 Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 Product Dimensions E COS ir sr miis y XIV Wi IRL YY 19 in 470 mm 20 in 513 mm Page 6 of 10 Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 3 SETUP AC Power The Nimbus has a fixed voltage power supply and can work with an input voltage of either 120 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz depending on the specific model To determine the products 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 products specifications chart The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the product to a protected circuit circuit breaker or fuse Make N
10. om is well ventilated before beginning usage Dry ice should never be stored in a sealed container It can lead to a pressure build up and a risk of an explosion For safety reasons we do not recommend mounting the product in any capacity Operate the product while it is on the ground only During warm up and operation water will be scolding hot Do not place your hand into the water Do not remove basket when the unit is plugged in or when heaters are hot Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose the product to rain or moisture Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked Never connect the product to a dimmer Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part The maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate the product at higher temperatures In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the product immediately Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center Do not continue to use the machine once visibility is re
11. tates of America Author Date Editor Updated A Leon 4 22 13 T Yeago 4 22 13 Nimbus User Manual Rev 9 Page 3 of 10 Safety Notes Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product The Page 4 of 10 Notes include important safety information about installation usage and maintenance Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot Do not mount the product on a flammable surface linoleum carpet wood paper carton plastic etc The product s nozzle is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after operation has stopped The CO exits the nozzle at a very high temperature Keep a minimum distance of 6 5 ft 2 m from the nozzle to the nearest object Do not use the product as a space heater Do not handle dry ice with bare hands Thick gloves must be worn Do not swallow dry ice It may lead to severe internal injuries Before breaking the dry ice cover it with a piece of cloth or place the block in a cloth bag Eye protection must be worn Do not use in a confined space Make sure the ro
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