Martin JEM ZR44 Hi-MASS, User Manual

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Troubleshooting 19
Troubleshooting
Problem Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy
Machine will not produce fog
when remote control Fog
button pressed

Machine not at operating
temperature
Wait 10 to 15 minutes

Machine not powered up or
heaters disabled
Ensure mains power switch
on, enable heaters by
pressing FOG

Output level control set to
zero

Increase setting

Machine continues to
produce fog when Fog
button is not pressed

Timer is engaged
Disengage the timer by
pressing the FOG/TIMER
ENGAGE button briefly
Machine can be fired from
the remote control, but not
by DMX controller
DMX address setting
incorrect Change DMX address (page
15)
Poor connection in DMX line
Check DMX cables and
connections
Fog output is weak Machine requires priming Prime machine (page 10)
Wet, greasy, non-uniform
fog output, fluid drips or
spits from nozzles, or very
loud noise when firing
machine
Incompatible fog fluid Use only approved fluids!
Machine appears dead
Mains fuse blown Replace fuse (page 19)
No power at AC cable inlet
Check power cable and
circuit breaker
R e s e t t i n g t h e m a c h i n e a f t e r f l u i d o u t
If the machine runs out of fluid it will automatically shut down to prevent any
damage occurring, the Low Fluid LED on the rear will illuminate. To reset simply
turn the mains power off and back on again. Refill the fluid container and follow
the priming instructions under ‘Making fog’ on page 10.