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Vapour Fog Machine

Operating Instructions

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Страница 1: ...www rosco com Vapour Fog Machine Operating Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ...

Страница 2: ...l 8 Multi Link 8 Using the Remote Control Panel 8 Using Timers 9 Using DMX Control 9 10 Connecting the DMX 9 Setting the DMX Address 9 DMX Operation 10 Using Multi Link 10 Changing Fluid 11 Running Dry 11 Priming the System 11 Powering Down 11 Troubleshooting 12 Ducting Fog 12 Maintenance 13 Exterior Cleaning 13 Maintaining the Heat Exchanger 13 Using the Air Input Connection 13 Storage and Shipme...

Страница 3: ...n genuine Rosco fog fluids as they have not been tested for opti mal performance and safety considerations Doing so may damage the machine and will void the warranty The Rosco Vapour has been tested for use in professional theatrical productions and is included under the Equipment Based Guidelines of the Equity League Pension and Health Trust Funds The Vapour is also compliant with the Alliance of...

Страница 4: ...ny 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 Fi...

Страница 5: ...the machine switched on for prolonged periods of time without producing fog Do Not Enclose the machine 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 Do Not Direct the fog output...

Страница 6: ...off by controlling the flow of power to the unit Air Input Purge Connection This is a push to connect inlet that accepts OD tubing and allows com pressed air to blow through the heat exchanger for cleaning and maintenance Heat Indicator A red indicator light that illuminates when machine is heating in order to achieve optimal temperature for producing fog Fluid Bottle Ready Indicator A green indic...

Страница 7: ...isabled if Standby mode is engaged 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 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...

Страница 8: ...p 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 Connec...

Страница 9: ... 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 panel from its recessed mount 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 ma...

Страница 10: ... 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 will begin its heating process Setting the DMX Address...

Страница 11: ...Panel 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 Lin...

Страница 12: ...rs 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 su...

Страница 13: ... priming See the Priming the System section of the manual Heat exchanger is clogged Contact nearest Service Center for repair Machine produces fog intermittently when fog button is not pressed Timer is engaged Turn timers off by pressing Timer Button Green Timer Indicator light should not be illuminated Machine works via the Remote Control Panel but not from DMX DMX address setting incorrect Check...

Страница 14: ...dically 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 th...

Страница 15: ... 10 minutes Control and programming Control options DMX timer remote DMX channels 1 Fluid system Capacity 120v 4 liters 240v 5 litres Fluid consumption 3 6 liters hour Connections DMX 5 pin XLR Remote Multi Link 3 pin XLR AC power Fixed power cable Electrical AC voltage 120V 230V 50 60Hz Main fuse 120V US version 10AT Main fuse 230V EU version 5AT Thermal Maximum ambient temperature 40 C 104 F Ext...

Страница 16: ... 15 Dimensions Dimensions are shown in inches and millimeters ...

Страница 17: ...r 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 neglect improper shipping damage caused by disasters such as flood fire and lightning improper elec trical current or conn...

Страница 18: ...1 2007 Generic Immunity Standard for residential and light Industrial environments 60335 1 2002 A15 2011 Safety of household and similar electrical appliances BS EN 62233 2008 Electromagnetic fields These standards reference the following European standards Emissions EN 55 022 B RF voltage and field strength EN61000 3 3 Flicker EN 55 014 RF voltage discontinuous Immunity EN 61000 4 2 Electrostatic...

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