Vapour Plus Fog Machine Operating Instructions
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1. machine e Do Not Install the machine in such a fashion that the operator cannot see the whole machine including the indicator lights Do Not Touch the shielded nozzle of the machine Allow sufficient cooling time after operation before attempting to perform maintenance or storage e Do Not Direct the fog output continuously against nearby surfaces This may eventually cause fluid to re condense UNPACKING Carefully remove the machine from the box Your Rosco Vapour Plus will arrive with the bottle holder detached from the unit To attach line up the keyhole openings on the bottle holder with the mounting hardware on the right side of the machine and push down to secure Note 230 volt machines are shipped with bare leads at the end of the power cord A proper electrical connector must be attached based on the local power requirements Ensure that no tape or packing materials are stuck to the machine Stray packing materials that remain attached to high temperature areas of the machine could melt or burn during operation In particular ensure that the area around the nozzle is free of any materials or debris CONTROLS Ready Indicator Set Button Up Button Down Button A green indicator light Press to store Press to increase Press to decrease the that illuminates when the the DMX address the value of the DMX value of the DMX minimum temperature for shown on address Press address Press and producing fog has bee2. overheated and Contact nearest Service Center for repair internal thermal fuse is blown Main internal fuse is blown Contact nearest Service Center for repair Machine not turned on Ensure Main Power Switch is on Machine will not produce Machine not at Wait 7 10 minutes until green Ready OONA TOJ PUNON operating temperature Indicator light illuminates is pressed p g p g Fog level set to zero Rotate Fog Level Knob clockwise Fog output control is too low Rotate the Fog Level Knob clockwise or set DMX level between 11 100 Fluid filter above fluid line Ensure filter is submerged Fog output is weak Machine requires priming See the Priming the System section of the manual Heat exchanger is clogged Contact nearest Service Center for repair Machine produces fog Timer is engaged Turn timers off by pressing Timer Button intermittently when Fog Green Timer Indicator light should not Button is not pressed be illuminated Machine does not DMX address setting incorrect Check DMX address and make sure to press the Set button on the DMX Panel after the proper address has been dialed in Poor DMX connection Check DMX cables and connections NE noric yiathe Incorrect channel patch at console Review console patch sue Panel DMX level is not high enough Raise the DMX level to 11 100 Review ut not trom DMX 0 10 no activity the chart in the DMX Operation section of the manual Output level on the Remote Contro
3. te Don 14 SS A TEE E E RE 14 15 AELA 11 A E EEA A E NEENA ee 16 CE Ceruncate of Confor Y eses ee rer ete 17 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Rosco Vapour Plus fog machine Designed to meet the varied demands of projects ranging from concert tours theatrical productions and theme parks to feature films photo shoots and safety training exercises the Vapour Plus offers the perfect balance of perfor mance reliability and affordability To ensure efficient and safe operation please take a few moments to read this manual completely The Rosco Vapour Plus is a thermal aerosol generator designed for continuous variable fog output This machine is one part of a system the other component being one of Rosco s award winning fog fluids including Fog Fluid Rosco Clear Stage amp Studio and Light Fog Fluid All Rosco fog and haze Fluids are unique water based formulations that contain no petroleum distillates and are safe when used according to instructions The operating temperature pump pressure and output nozzle of the Vapour Plus have been specifically designed and engineered together to maximize the aerosolization of Rosco fog fluids Do not use any fluids in the Vapour Plus other than genuine Rosco fog fluids as they have not been tested for op timal performance and safety considerations Doing so may damage the machine and will void the warranty The Rosco Vapour Plus has been tested for use in professional theatri
4. Clean any fluid residues from the fog output area of the machine using a damp cloth e Clean the outer casing with a damp cloth only Maintaining the Heat Exchanger The heat exchanger is the core element in a fog or haze machine that transforms fluid into an aerosol ized fog haze This component operates under extreme temperatures and pressures and should be cleaned periodically to ensure optimal performance The Air Input Connection was designed to pro vide a fast and efficient method of cleaning the heat exchanger by purging it of residual fluid and build up using compressed air For lasting performance Rosco recommends purging the heat exchanger once a week while in production and before storing the machine for extended periods of time Rosco does not recommend the use of any purified waters chemicals or fog machine cleaners Use of these materials will void the warranty Using the Air Input Connection You must have a source of compressed air from an air compressor or external air tank available Com pressed air must be clean and dry Allow the machine to heat until the green Ready Indicator light has illuminated Using the push to connect fitting connect a 4 OD tube from your air source by inserting the tube into the Air Input Connection located on the rear panel of the machine Alternately you can use a blow gun attach ment or similar device with a stepped nozzle that is held against the orifice of the Air Input Connection Se
5. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS rssco Vapour Plus Fog Machine Operating Instructions WWW rosco com TABLE OF CONTENTS PYAR CN TNCs ccap ca vets caus cas a AO 0 A N A T 2 IMPOTS a gU a dd an a a io noie 2 4 UPACK ren E RE 5 CONTON aer a A E E E E T E E A A 5 6 SYST MIMO E E pz ceca E E once A A A A N N E N A A N E E A A A E E 7 PG SECU saan E T TEA 7 POW T ONO O aaa en ere E E A E A er ee ee 7 Operating the MACRO a ou 7 11 PONS OMS a ae aa E A ee ea a once 8 HOANG ea E EEE EEE E tener tsncoroneraaee 8 CONTOR rE A E E 8 Manual Control via the Detachable Remote Control Panel ss 8 DN CORNO RP E ANE 8 ATOU LAK a A N EOS 8 Using the Remote Control Panel s ssessesssessesseessessessesseessesscessesseoseessesseoseeneesseoseoseessesseesseoseoseessesseoseeseessesseoserssees 8 B e PUN SS A E AEN ET A EAT A EAE A A T 9 Uno DNX CORU ON tn 9 10 CORSA reentry 9 SSN ne IIIS S egos ea a be an 9 NPC DO ON ek E EE 10 AVS MOP VII LEU E E EAA EAA AEEA E EEE 10 FTV UMN U E 10 11 REDNING DIY cerr eE rr errr rear enna enn nna ren enter e er 11 PUMAN RARE RS LUUS a TE a taeeasatnpainne 11 POSTE OWI de a sanaeveseaseseenseieyerstcestiaoues 11 DUCUNT Oore E A A E E A NE AAE AE 12 TOUDE NOONG oee E E E NEE EE EEEN 12 AAE TEE EE E LE AEE E AAA AN T AAT E EAA A AE A A TE 13 EME OF CCa rere A A AAEN E A AAE A N A 13 Maintaining the Heat ECO D on 13 Using the AirInput SO SCION is na ta manon 13 Storage and SIDE ae de dead se nn nee
6. and its 3 pin XLR cable from the second machine Connect the plug of the cable from the Head Machine into the remote port of the second machine where the Remote Control Panel had previously been connected Repeat this process to connect a third and or fourth machine No additional set up is required The Remote Control Panel attached to the head machine will operate all machines in the Multi Link as if they are the same Note The maximum length of the daisy chain from the remote of the Head Machine to the final machine is 165 feet 50 m Changing Fluid The Vapour Plus consumes 7 2 liters of fluid per hour at its maximum rate When the fluid in the bottle has been depleted enough that the tube can no longer stay submerged it is time to change fluid bottles It is recommended that you stop making fog when changing fluid bottles Once fog production has halted simply unscrew the fluid tube cap from the empty bottle and remove the tube Take care to avoid dripping fluid onto the machine case or ground nearby as it can be slippery Replace the empty bottle with a new bottle of Rosco fog fluid insert the fluid tube insuring that the filter at the end of the tube is fully submerged and reattach the fluid cap Resume making fog 10 Running Dry Do not allow the machine to run dry of fluid If the machine does run out of fluid it will stop producing fog and the green Ready Indicator light will indicate a Fluid Out condition with a fast doubl
7. as now been assigned the DMX address you have selected DMX Operation The channel assigned based on DMX address is the Output Volume control which controls the pump speed The table below indicates the output level at various DMX values Ch1 FOG OUTPUT Pump Control CH LEVEL DMX LEVEL RESULT 0 10 No output pump not engaged 11 99 28 254 Proportionally increasing output 100 255 Maximum output fastest pump speed Note It is possible to use the Remote Control Panel even when the machine is set up and addressed for DMX Operation In the event that the machine is given conflicting commands from the Remote and from a DMX console the machine observes highest takes precedence logic For example if the Remote Control Panel is set at 50 and the DMX channel is brought up to 65 the higher level DMX signal will take precedence over the lower level remote signal Using Multi Link In some instances it may be preferable to control and synchronize multiple machines from a single Remote Control Panel Using the built in Multi Link capabilities up to four Rosco Vapour Plus machines can be quickly and easily connected and controlled via a single remote Connect a 3 pin XLR cable not included to the Multi Link port on the rear of the first machine in the daisy chain This unit becomes the Head Machine and its Remote Control Panel will control the other units in the chain Remove and detach the Remote Control Panel
8. cal productions and is included un der the Equipment Based Guidelines of the Equity League Pension and Health Trust Funds The Vapour Plus is also compliant with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers Safety Bulletin 10 Note The terms fog haze and smoke are used interchangeably throughout this manual Rosco Fog Equipment does not produce actual smoke only a mist or aerosol IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE FAILURE TO PROPERLY FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS MAY LEAD TO A FIRE ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR BURNS FOG FLUID HEALTH CAUTION VAPOR FROM THIS FLUID LIKE ANY OTHER COMMON MATERIAL IN A VAPORIZED STATE MAY BE IRRITATING TO OR CAUSE ALLERGIC SYMPTOMS IN SOME PERSONS WITH ALLERGENIC SENSITIVITY DO NOT EXPOSE AT CLOSE RANGE TO KNOWN ASTHMATICS The following symbols are used to identify important safety information A Caution Safety Caution Burn Danger Hazardous Caution Fire hazard hazard Risk of hazard Hot surface voltage Contact will personal injury Do not touch cause electric shock ne Preventing Electric Shock This machine uses electrical power at common commercially available voltages When directly contacted such voltages are hazardous to human life All precautions commonly applicable to the use of electric power generally are applicable to the use of this machine This machine is designed to operate f
9. e flash In order to reset the Fluid Out condition power cycle the machine by turning the Main Power Switch off wait 5 sec onds and then turn the Main Power Switch back on After inserting the tube in a new bottle of fog fluid you will need to prime the machine to remove airlocks in the fluid pipework of the machine Priming the System To prime the machine turn the Fog Level Knob to Zero then hold down the Fog Button and turn the knob to maximum Keep the button held until the fog output is strong and steady Then turn the Fog Level knob back to the required output level and release the Fog Button Note Priming cannot be done via DMX control the Remote Control Panel must be used Powering Down After use allow the machine to sit for several minutes before switching the Main Power Switch to off Turning off the power switch during fog production can cause damage to the heat exchanger Allow machine to cool completely before packing or storing Note The nozzle of the machine may remain hot for up to 10 hours after power is shut off If the machine will be unused for an extended period of time follow the Storage and Shipment instruc tions listed under Maintenance to prepare the machine for long term storage DUCTING FOG It is often desirable to duct fog from the machine to another location on stage or in a set This can be accomplished using flexible hose dryer hose or similar large diameter ducting such as 4in 100mm PVC Av
10. hine will not heat Using Timers The timer controls allow you to set the machine to produce fog in timed intervals without an operator To engage the timers press and release the Timer Button The green Timer Indicator light will illuminate and the machine will begin to produce fog at the level set by the Fog Level Knob and the red Power Indicator light will flash to indicate the machine is operating 8 Rotate the Fog On Knob to adjust the period of time that the machine will produce fog before stopping The numeric settings on the timer knobs are relative settings and do not correspond to specific seconds or minutes See the table below for an approximation of the time duration corresponding to each tic on the knob Rotate the Fog Off Knob to adjust the period of time that the machine waits before starting to pro duce fog again The numeric settings on the timer knobs are relative settings and do not correspond to specific seconds or minutes See the table below for an approximation of the time duration correspond ing to each tic on the knob The machine will cycle on and off indefinitely until the Timer Button is turned off If the Fog Button is pressed while in Timer mode this will override any timer settings and the machine will produce fog When the Fog Button is disengaged the timer settings resume continuing its On Off cycle as if not interrupted KNOB SETTING TIMER SETTING 16 0 64 second 64 to 250 seconds Using DMX C
11. hould be blown into an open space and should not be directed at people or objects Never blow fog on hot surfaces into glowing heating elements or into open flames The normally non flammable and non toxic fog could react on very hot surfaces and be burnt or decomposed Do not operate the machine in a tightly confined space where the ambient tempera ture might exceed 135 F 57 C A continuous flow of air is required to maintain temperature within the machine housing Sensitive electronic components deterio rate rapidly under high heat conditions Operation of the machine in an enclosure of less than ten cubic feet one cubic meter is dangerous and automatically voids the warranty Enclosing any heating device so it is invisible to the operator creates a potential fire hazard no matter what the ambient temperature of the enclosure To do so with any high amperage device is to assume substantial risk Rosco strongly recommends against it Safety Precautions e In any facility the fog concentration should be controlled The fog should never mask emergency exits safety signs staircases or other safety constructions After long use or if the machine is not properly set some liquid droplets or wet area may appear in front of the machines outlet This liquid should be wiped up to prevent a condition where someone might slip and fall Preventing Improper Operation e Unauthorized repair or alteration of any safety devices can lead t
12. in to stop making fog Not required when using DMX control Note The Fog Button is disabled if Standby mode is engaged Fog Off Knob Used only when timer control is engaged Rotate to set the desired time interval that the machine will wait while NOT producing fog wis EVEL POWER Eye TIMER LOOSEN THUMB SCE Standby Button Press and release to suspend heating and operation of the machine without turning off the Main Power Switch The Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will go out when in Standby mode Press and release again to disengage Standby mode Once Standby mode is disen gaged the Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will come back on Fog On Knob Used only when timer control is engaged Rotate to set the desired time interval that the machine will produce fog During fog production the Power Indicator light will flash ae ye 3 L p 8 8 2 3 Ver FOG ON TIMER cesco Timer Indicator A green indicator light that illuminates when Timer mode is engaged by pressing the Timer Button Turns off when Timer mode is disengaged Timer Button Press and release to engage the timer control functions Timer Indicator light will come on Press and release again to disengage timer functions Timer Indicator light will go out Note The Timer Button disabled if Standby mode is engaged SETTING UP The Vapour Plus should be located on a secure solid su
13. ine will not heat Control Options There are several methods of controlling the Vapour Plus including Manual Control via the Remote Control Panel DMX control via a lighting console and Multi Link control that allows multiple machines to be controlled from a single Remote Control Panel The Vapour Plus is designed to process large vol umes of fluid over short periods of time At full output the Vapour Plus will make fog for approximately 60 seconds before stopping to reheat Longer output durations can be achieved by producing lower fog output levels Manual Control via the Detachable Remote Control Panel that is included with each machine An op erator can control the unit at the machine or from a distance using the included 3 pin XLR cable The Remote Control Panel can be used to set fog output volume power the machine on and off using Stand by mode and set a repeating timed cycle of on off operation DMX Control from your lighting desk is available as a standard option The Vapour Plus will use one channel of DMX control for output volume Multi Link allows up to 4 machines to be linked together via 3pin XLR cables not included and con trolled by a single Remote Control Panel Using the Remote Control Panel The Remote Control Panel can be operated directly on the machine or detached from the unit and used at a distance To detach the Remote Control Panel from the unit loosen the thumb screws and lift the remote from its recessed m
14. l Machine observes highest takes Panel is higher than the output precedence logic Rotate the Fog Level level received via DMX Knob on the Remote Control Panel counter clockwise to zero DMX causes machine to DMX interference due to Insert a DMX Terminator not included respond eratically non terminated signal into the DMX OUT port on the back of the machine Additional help and information can be found on our website at www rosco com or by contacting Rosco or your local Rosco dealer 12 MAINTENANCE Before servicing the Rosco Vapour read and observe all the precautions listed in the Important Safeguards section on pages 2 4 of this manual Note Any service that is NOT described in the section below must be carried out by a Rosco service technician Contact Rosco or your local Rosco dealer for more information on your repair and service needs Exterior Cleaning Excessive dust fluid residue and dirt build up will degrade the performance of the machine and may cause overheating to occur To maintain adequate air flow and cooling the outer casing and air vents of the machine must be cleaned periodically Damage caused by lack of cleaning is not covered by the product warranty Unplug the machine from power and allow the unit to cool completely before cleaning Note The output nozzle may remain hot for up to 10 hours after use e Remove dust from the air vents with a soft brush cotton swab vacuum or compressed air e
15. lect improper shipping damage caused by disasters such as flood fire and lightning improper elec trical current or connection or service other than by a Rosco Authorized Servicer If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced you will be held responsible for the costs incurred Unless otherwise stipulated by state law all warranties expressed or implied are limited to the twelve 12 month period of this warranty THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY NON INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY AND UNLESS EXCLUSIONS ARE SPECIFICALLY FORBIDDEN BY STATE LAW NEITHER ROSCO NOR ITS AFFILIATES WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGE INCLUDING DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE ROSCO PRODUCT WHETHER RESULT ING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY NOTE USE OF ANY FLUID OTHER THAN A ROSCO BRAND FLUID WILL VOID THE WARRANTY 16 EC Declaration of Conformity Date 1 April 2014 Manufacturer Rosco Laboratories Inc Address 52 Harbor View Avenue Stamford Connecticut 06902 U S A Tel 203 708 8900 Fax 203 708 8919 Eml info rosco com Product Name Vapour V Hazer Vapour Plus Product T
16. n the display and hold for faster 4 hold for faster achieved Note All indicator CEES MIE spose decrementing speed lights will switch off if Standby mode is engaged Remote Thumb Screws DMX OUT DMX IN Loosen to remove Air Input _ S Purge Connection l ee This is a push to connect inlet that accepts 4 OD tubing and allows compressed air to blow through the heat exchanger for cleaning and maintenance Multi Link Socket 3 Pin XLR socket that allows for multiple machines to be daisy chained together and controlled from a single Remote Control Panel Fluid Container in Bottle Cradle Removable Remote Power kaa Main Fuse Main Power Switch Heat Indicator Turns unit on or off by A red indicator light that illuminates controlling the flow of when machine is heating in order to power to the unit achieve optimal temperature for producing fog CONTROLS Fog Level Knob Rotate to set the desired amount of fog output Higher numbers indicate more fog Output is controlled by pump speed increasing and sending more fog fluid into the heat exchanger Power Indicator A red indicator light that illuminates when the Main Power Switch is in the On position to indicate the machine is properly receiving power and Standby mode is disengaged The red Power Indicator light flashes while fog is being produced Fog Button Press and release to start making fog Press and release aga
17. neenyetenvanenyenseeeeesesetaeeeieeees nneasnneasncensncenneceesacessacaciacans 1 Fluid system CO none sien ee euauadegeeeray scans a 120v 4 liters 240v 5 litres PING CONSUMIDOR gcc cces nanan wecer eons e cued vanes ones csee esos eenese cues aenes aces 3 6 liters hour Connections IV sheet aE nl he ed nad obo bones EEE EE E A 5 pin XLR SOS MUMMIELINK 2 anccennerenneoasneeweaiaceee canoe eanee eaneneeneesnuenseseasaaensaseten 3 pin XLR PIC OOW ED rert ers EErEE nose eosek acne ees eeeceeea eee esneu cones seuss oesesoeners Fixed power cable Electrical VOOR ek et ee ee ee ee 120V 230V 50 60Hz Main fuse TZ0OV US VESON a ao de em ohio tibia do as idiote 10AT Main fuse 230V EU versiOn a a aa Goes de ac den acide SAT Thermal Maximum ambient temperature 4444444 eee 40 C 104 F Exterior surface temperature steady state at 20 C ambient 40 C 104 F Approvals European EME ns ne de an EN61000 6 3 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 EN50366 PURO Eee acca ce E ee eane lt s ea T T ues T EN 60 335 1 ITIL cp a ae on EN61000 6 1 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 ETL approvals cETLus DENAIN nt UL60335 1 CSA E60335 1 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Rosco Laboratories Inc 14 Dimensions Dimensions are shown in inches and millimeters 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Rosco Laboratories warrants to
18. o improper operation and accidents Repairs should be performed only by an authorized Service Center e Use of any fluid other than Rosco fog fluids or modification or attempted unauthorized repair of the machine will immediately invalidate the warranty e Machines are designed for continuous use over an 8 hour day but to protect components it is wise to turn off the machine when it is not in use In permanent installations it is advisable to equip the circuit with a night cut off device Additional Precautions Do s amp Don ts e Do Read the entire manual before operating the machine and pay particular attention to all CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS e Do Use an extension cord that is properly rated for voltage current and length and is free from nicks cuts or other signs of wear e Do Check to see that the machine is clean and free of foreign objects before each operating period Do Ensure that the machine is adequately ventilated Do Use proper caution when handling hot surfaces e Do Use the minimum amount of fog required to achieve the desired effect Do Not Use the machine near a person who has asthma or similar inhalation disorder Do Not Use any foreign substances in the machine Do Not Use a machine that is damaged or operating improperly in any way e Do Not Use a machine that leaks fluid from the housing Do Not Leave the machine switched on for prolonged periods of time without producing fog Do Not Enclose the
19. oid sharp bends in the duct which can create turbulence or back flow The duct should be positioned no closer than 2in 50mm to the nozzle An open airflow between the nozzle and opening of the duct is crucial to allow for aerosolization and create proper airflow Placing ductwork or tubing directly over the nozzle or nozzle guard will cause damage to the machine and will void the warranty Take all precautions to avoid fire hazards as the nozzle is extremely hot In some instances it is desirable to use a fan to accelerate the fog through the ductwork Never run fog through the blades of a fan as the action of the impeller will cause condensation of fluid particles To properly use a fan create a vent in the ducting system such as a branched wye and introduce a fan at the vent point This will create a low pressure point that pulls or pushes the fog through the ductwork _ Squirrel Cage Fan Fog Machine QO Ducting Hose pi HO Hose Adaptor Contact Rosco or your local Rosco dealer for more advice on ducting fog 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Probable Cause s Suggested Remedy Ensure Main Power Switch is on Machine is in Standby mode Press Standby Button on The Remote Control Panel Red Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will illuminate No power at AC cable inlet Check to make sure machine is plugged in properly Check external fuse next to heat up power switch Check the circuit breaker Machine has
20. ontrol The Vapour Plus can be operated using DMX control from a lighting console or other DMX device Only one channel of DMX control is required Connecting the DMX Connect the Vapour Plus to your DMX chain by inserting a 5 Pin XLR DMX cable into the DMX IN socket located on the DMX Panel A DMX OUT port allows additional DMX devices to be added to the chain downstream of the machine Note The Vapour Plus is not a self terminating device a DMX terminator should be used in the DMX OUT port when the unit is the last device in the chain It is not necessary to have the Remote Control Panel attached when controlling the machine via DMX However if no Remote Control Panel is attached and no DMX signal is present the machine will not heat up It is not necessary to send a command via DMX to start the heating process Once a valid DMX signal from an appropriate DMX control device is detected the Vapour Plus will begin its heating process Setting the DMX Address The Vapour Plus uses one channel of DMX To set the starting DMX address of the machine press either the UP or DOWN arrow on the DMX panel to activate the display Then press the UP or DOWN Button again to change the value until the desired address is displayed Holding down the UP or DOWN Button will rapidly scroll the values in the direction desired Press the Set Button to store the address The address you set will be remembered after the unit has been switched off The machine h
21. ount A 15 foot 4 5m cable is provided to allow the machine to be operated at a distance If needed a longer 3 pin XLR cable can be used or joined to the existing cable Do not exceed a maximum distance of 165 feet 50 m from remote to machine When the green Ready Indicator light is illuminated the Vapour Plus is ready to make fog For optimal performance of the Vapour Plus it is recommended that the user wait for the red Heat Indicator to turn off indicating that the heat exchanger has reached its maximum operating temperature before making fog Press and release the Fog Button to begin producing fog The red Power Indicator light will flash to indicate the machine is operating To stop making fog press and release the Fog Button again Adjust the Fog Level knob to increase or decrease the amount of fog produced The Standby Button allows the machine to be turned off from the remote without using the Main Power Switch In Standby mode the machine will not reheat or make fog the pump remains unpowered and all indicator lights will switch off To engage Standby mode press and release the Standby Button The red Power Indicator light will turn off To disengage Standby mode press and release the Standby Button again and the red Power Indicator light will turn back on Once Standby mode is disengaged the machine will immediately start heating in preparation to make fog Note If no remote is connected and no DMX signal is detected the mac
22. rface such as the floor The machine can operate vertically or horizontally by inserting the fluid bottle into the appropriate opening of the bottle holder Tilting of the machine from either orientation should be limited to 45 degrees Take precautions to avoid fluid spills if the machine is oriented at an angle Fluid Set Up Only use genuine Rosco fog fluids in your Vapour Plus machine The use of any other fluid will void your warranty may damage the equipment and may cause health hazards For convenience the Vapour Plus is designed with a detachable bottle holder that will hold a 4 Litre or 5 Litre bottle of fog fluid To attach the bottle holder to the unit line up the keyhole openings on the bottle holder with the mounting hardware on the right side of the machine and push down to secure Place the fluid bottle into the compartment Feed the fluid inlet hose into the bottle of fog fluid ensuring that the filter located at the end of the tube is fully submerged in fluid Slide the bottle cap along the tube and tighten the cap onto the bottle Take precautions to avoid fluid spills All Rosco fog and haze machines are primed at the factory with a small amount of fluid No additional priming should be necessary for proper fog output If fog output is diminished or intermittent see the Priming the System section of this manual for instructions on how to re prime the fluid path Power Connections Ensure that the machine is plugged into an o
23. rom three wire power systems where one of the wires is a safety ground DO NOT disconnect the safety ground or use extension cords or cheater plugs to connect this machine to a two wire system Operation without a safety ground may result in a hazardous electrical shock Check the current and voltage rating of your machine Extension cords must be properly sized and rated for voltage current and length Check your local electrical code for the correct gauge extension cord If an extension cord shows signs of wear or gets warm to the touch discontinue its use and obtain a cord with a higher current rating Improper extension cords are not only hazardous but may result in poor machine performance due to excessive voltage drop Never use any machine that shows signs of improper use Even slight damage may be an indication of a major problem If the machine looks questionable use it only under strict observation If the machine shows any unusual behavior disconnect machine immediately from power and send machine to a Service Center for repair Disconnect unit from power source before servicing and when not in use Preventing Burns and Fire During the warm up phase and during operations people should not stand within three feet one meter of the front of the machine Flammable material like paper fabric etc should never be placed directly on or around this equipment or any other electrical device with a heating element The fog s
24. t the air pressure to a maximum of 60 psi Higher air pressure may damage the internal plumping components Blow air into the Air Input Connection for 30 seconds or until no additional haze or fluid exits the nozzle CAUTION Keep people and objects at least 3ft 1m away from the nozzle of the machine during air purging To release the tubing from the push to connect fitting push back on the fitting collar and pull to release the air line Tos Storage amp Shipment Before storing the machine for an extended period of time ensure the following e Fluid bottle has been removed and securely capped e Proper cleaning of exterior as described above e Proper purging of the heat exchanger as described above e Machine is properly boxed or covered to avoid dust build up on internal components e If shipping use original packaging or comparable protection to avoid damaging the machine in transit SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions LONO cern cces 5 sce ues voned es 15 709 399 mm UO Gace sak 6445 oo 445 HOWE CO Ce cee be eee Oe ae re eee ee 11 3 287 6 mm FICIOM Us oe awtues a sso ionedeeeee ou th 11 319 287 50 mm Dig WIG 2s ners eae E E E E E E ssogeseeaeeccuananeryeganes 30 3 Ibs 13 75 kg Performance Warm up time 5 oeha order ace Ghar en re ne ne Bowes dae Hua ee ed no on 7 10 minutes Control and programming CONO OD ONO ooo ears ca gees ces ars ss oh hath wk otek actu en DMX timer remote DIVIA CNANINGIS 4 capa
25. the first retail purchaser that this Product will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of original purchase For warranty service you must be able to provide proof of purchase Should this Product prove defective during the warranty period please contact your local Rosco office for return authorization No warranty service will be performed without Return Authorization At Ros co s sole discretion covered Products will be repaired or replaced with new or refurbished equipment or a model of like kind and quality Exchanged or replaced parts and Products assume the remaining warranty period of the original Product covered by this limited warranty You are responsible for securely packaging the defective Product and returning it to Rosco as per the instructions on the Return Authorization Within North America Rosco will ship the repaired or replaced Product to you freight prepaid Shipments to other locations will be made freight collect Do not return fog machines with fog fluid This warranty is not transferable and does not extend beyond the first retail purchase of the Product This warranty does not cover damage to the Rosco product caused by parts not manufactured distrib uted or certified by Rosco Rosco is not obligated to provide warranty service should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neg
26. utlet rated for the proper voltage and amperage The Vapour Plus is a 1 500 watt device and will draw 6 5A at 230 VAC or 12 6A at 115 VAC Note 230 volt machines are shipped with bare leads at the end of the power cord A proper electrical connector must be attached based on the local power requirements If unsure how to do this please contact Rosco or your local Rosco dealer for assistance An example of properly wiring a UK 13A connector is shown below Earth Wire Live Wire Neutral Wire ruse Outer Insulation Cable grip OPERATING THE MACHINE Powering On Make sure the unit is plugged in Turn on the Main Power Switch that is located next to the power cord on the rear of the machine The red Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will illuminate If the Power Indictor light does NOT illuminate press and release the Standby Button on the Remote Control Panel ney Heating When switched on the red Heat Indicator light will illuminate and the machine will begin to heat up to its optimal temperature The initial heating cycle will take 7 10 minutes When the green Ready Indica tor light comes on the machine is ready to make fog For optimal performance of the Vapour Plus it is recommended that the user wait for the red Heat Indicator to turn off indicating that the heat exchang er has reached its maximum operating temperature before making fog Note If no remote is connected and no DMX signal is detected the mach
27. ype Smoke Effects Machine These products meet the requirements where applicable of the following EC Standards and as such comply with the EMC and LVD directives of the European Community EN 61000 6 3 2007 EN 61000 6 1 2007 60335 1 2002 A15 2011 BS EN 62233 2008 Generic Emission Standard for residential and light Industrial environments Generic Immunity Standard for residential and light Industrial environments Safety of household and similar electrical appliances Electromagnetic fields These standards reference the following European standards Emissions EN 55 022 B EN61000 3 3 EN 55 014 Immunity EN 61000 4 2 EN 61000 4 4 EN 61000 4 5 EN 61000 4 11 EN 61000 4 6 RF voltage and field strength Flicker RF voltage discontinuous Electrostatic discharge to case Common mode fast transients AC and DC ports Surge Voltage dips and interruptions RF common mode These standards also meet the requirements of CISPR 22 and 14 Authorised Signatory Joshua Alemany Director of Global Marketing Place and Date Signed CE Stamford Connecticut 1 April 2014 WWW rosco com gt 2014 by Rosco Laboratories Inc
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