Practical Magic Innovation SmokeGENIE Theatrical Fog Generator Instruction Manual

SmokeGENIE

Theatrical Fog Generator
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SmokeGENIE V1.2 +
SmokeGENIE remote V2

SmokeGENIE Theatrical Fog Generator

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Distributed by:
Practical Magic & Innoyation Co. Ltd
9A Leapont Centre, Fotan , hong kong
Made in China

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This Manual provides instructions on How to use, store and troubleshoot the SmokeGENIE and its accessories for making theatrical smoke. You may also watch our video tutorials.
(SCAN QR CODES on the right)

USERS MUST READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL before using the SmokeGENIE.
The SmokeGENIE is designed for creating visual effects for photography, filmmaking and stage theatre. It should NOT be used for ANY unintended purposes.
DO NOT run SmokeGENIE on an empty tank. Always check level of fog liquid.
If you keep seeing “TIME OUT”” on display, STOP the machine immediately and read page 13 of manual (troubleshooting).

QUICK START GUIDE

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS FOR SMOKEGENIE

1. Atomizing Smoke Chamber

2. Silicone Extension Tube – 30cm

3. Precision Nozzle (Long)

4. Precision Nozzle (short)

5. Precision Nozzle (60 Degree turn))

6. High Pressure Jet-Tip

7. 1/4 inch Universal Mount Adapter

8. Liquid Nozzle

9. Haze Fan and Fan Dock
   – requires one 18650 battery (NOT INCLUDED)

10. Wireless Remote — requires one 23A 12V battery (NOT INCLUDED)

ABOUT THE MACHINE

ATOMIZING SMOKE CHAMBER

AIRTIGHT STORAGE CAPSULES
REMOVE the Chamber from the air-sealed capsule by removing the bottom cap, and lifting the chamber out.
ALWAYS keep chambers in air-sealed capsules when in storage.

INSTALLING THE CHAMBER ROTATE Clockwise to screw the chamber on to the Genie.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN the chamber.When turned on, the display will show “TANK CONNECTED”” when chamber is detected.
Then tighten it for one more HALF turn, this is optimal tightness.
When turned on, the display will show “TANK CONNECTED”” when chamber is detected.
Then tighten it for one more HALF turn, this is optimal tightness.

MAGNETIC HEAT SHIELD
Always keep the Heat Shield on.
Do not hold the machine by the heat shield area.
WARNING!
Chamber gets hot During and After smoke generation. Can cause burns if touched.

HEAT-SENSITIVE SILICONE TAB
Gently peel back to refill fog Liquid.
When chamber goes over 60 DEGREES CELCIUS, The cap will turn PINK to warn against burning hazard. WARNING!
DO NOT TOUCH chamber when cap turns PINK.

OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

The SmokeGENIE is designed to be easy to use with minimal maintenance.
With a simple 3-step setup, it will be ready to serve you for a long time.
BATTERY

1. Charging – the SmokeGENIE is capable of 3.5 hours fast-charging using the USB-C charging port. (Battery level is displayed on the LED screen.
   We recommend charging when the battery is below 2 bars.)

2. Battery Replacement: Lift open magnetic cover and replace batteries.

3. Recommended Battery Specs:
   FLAT TOP, UNPROTECTED 10A or up, 3.7Vorup, 3000mAh or up.
   For more info, please see our battery webpage: https://pmigear.com/pages /battery-guide

4. When using multiple sets of batteries, we recommend labelling them  in pairs. Using batteries in different power level may compromise the output power and shorten the batteries’ lifespan!

SET-UP

1. Lift up the Silicone cap at the top of the Smoke Chamber, and fill it with the supplied “Cloud formula” Fog Liquid supplied with the package.
   Note: Chamber may appear to have moisture or residue upon receipt.
   Please note that it is completely normal and is there to protect the chamber. To protect the fluid guiding material from deform and erosion during transportation and storage, we have filled 1ml of Cloud formula before shipping the chamber. The moisture or residue is likely a result of temperature and pressure change during transportation.

2. Screw the Chamber on to the top of the SmokeGENIE main unit.

3. Insert the Batteries:
   – 2x FLAT TOP 18650s for the SmokeGENIE
   – 1x “23A 12V” battery for remote.
   And now you are all set!

OPERATION

1. Press the RED BUTTON once to check battery, then 3 more times to switch the machine ON. Press the same button 3 times to power off.

2. Adjust the power and wind levels using the toggle buttons.

3. Press the SILVER BUTTON / Remote button to create smoke.
   120s continuous spray limit – For safety, the machine will lock down after 120 seconds of continuous spray. Please check tutorial code at top of this page for information on how to unlock this limit.

4. For more control on precision and power, please see “Pro Mode” at pg.17 of this manual.
   Auto-Power off – The Screen will turn off after 30 seconds, and the machine will turn off if left idle for 120 minutes.

FOG LIQUID REFILL

1. The liquid level is visible at all times via looking through the heat shield.
   Refill whenever the liquid level drops below 1/3.

2. Lift up the Silicone cap on top of the smoke chamber and refill it using the cloud formula supplied with the package.

3. Ifyou have leftover liquid after your session, simply unscrew the chamber from the SmokeGENIE, and store the chamber (with liquid) inside the air-tight capsule. The chamber will stay in good condition if the capsule is properly sealed from atmospheric air.

WARNING : DO NOT use any third-party fog liquids on the SmokeGENIE.
The PMI CLOUD FORMULA is designed to optimize the machine’s performance. Due to the unique technology of our chamber, other fog formulas will NOT WORK and may cause undesired effects. We are NOT liable for any harm and/or damage when using third-party fog liquids on the SmokeGENIE.

WARNING MESSAGES

TIME OUT
The chamber may be running dry. If the problem persists after refilling fog liquid, see TIMEOUT section at “Machine troubshooting” for more info.|
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TANK NOT FOUND
Chamber is not connected to the machine.
Please ensure chamber is properly installed.|
TANK FAULTY
It means the tank is damaged and is due for replacement.|
MACHINE OVERHEAT
The circuit is overheated due to long operation.
Let it rest a few minutes before using it again.|

MAGIC REMOTE
Check the battery condition of the Remote and SmokeGENIE before you begin.
(See Battery section for more info).
By default factory settings. the SmokeGENIE is paired to button A of the Magic Remote.

https://pmigear.com/pages/magic-remote

Pairing/Erase Function
Everytime you Switch on the power of a SmokeGENIE, the first 30 seconds is active for Pairing and/or Erasing with the magic Remote.
The Magic Remote can be easily Paired to control multiple units of SmokeGENIE, or units of SmokeGENIE with Haze fans at the same time. All pairings can also be erased using the same remote. Each SmokeGENIE can be paired to a maximum of 4 remote buttons.

Paira new Remote Button to SmokeGENIE

1. Locate the “SET” indication light at the bottom of SmokeGENIE. There is a hole near the “SET” logo. You can see indication light through this hole. This will assist you through the pairing process.

2. Turn SmokeGENIE OFF & ON again using the power button. For the next 30 seconds, SmokeGENIE will be responsive to pairing signals.

3. On the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD buttons C & D together. HOLD for 5 seconds, then release. (This sends a pairing request to SmokeGENIE, it will be paired to the gnext signal it receives.)
   The “SET” light will turn on, indicating the pairing function is successfully activated.

4. PRESS the button you want to pair 4 times — Red light will flash at the bottom of SmokeGENIE each time it receives a signal.
   Now the button is paired and you should be able to use that button to trigger SmokeGENIE.
   Each SmokeGENIE can be paired to up to 4 remote buttons.

Erase all the buttons paired to SmokeGENIE
WARNING : Once you Erased a SmokeGENIE, you will need to pair a new button to SmokeGENIE before you can use a remote to control it again.

1. Turn SmokeGENIE OFF & ON again using the power button. For the next 30 seconds, SmokeGENIE will be responsive to erase signals.
2. On the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD button A & B together.
   HOLD for 5 seconds, then release. The SET indication light at bottom of SmokeGENIE will flash to indicate erase is successful.
   All buttons previously paired to the SmokeGENIE is now erased.

The New Haze Fan is also Magic Remote compatible. Refer to “RC HAZE FAN” section for more information.
Remote Range/ Multiunit:

1. With antenna extended, the Magic Remote has a range of up to 25m.
2. Each Button of the Magic Remote can control up to 5 SmokeGENIEs simultaneously.

ADVANCED MAGIC REMOTE SETTINGS: Continuous Mode & Pulse Mode

WARNING! Both Continuous Mode & Pulse Mode requires the user to pair a “START”” button and “STOP” button. Please ensure BOTH start & stop buttons are properly paired before switching to Continuous Mode & Pulse Mode.
(See “Pairing Start button and Stop button”)
Always refill fog liquid before using Continuous or Pulse Modes. Since the machine in those modes will operate until “STOP” button is pressed, it is easy run out of liquid and trigger the “TIME OUT” warning. To avoid damaging the chamber, always check the liquid level before each session.
When paired incorrectly, it may cause the machine to operate even without being triggered. If that happens, simply following the steps below:

1. Turn OFF SmokeGENIE by pressing the ON/OFF button 3 times.
2.  Turn ON SmokeGENIE again, within 30 seconds after its turned on, press button C & D on you Magic Remote to pair SmokeGENIE to a new button.
3. SmokeGENIE will change its control setting back to Default Mode(only operate when button is pressed)

For detail instructions, see page 8. “Pair a new Remote Button to SmokeGENIE”.

Pairing Start button & Stop button

1.  Follow the instruction at Page 8. “Pair a new Remote Button to SmokeGENIE” to active the Pairing Mode.
2. Once Pairing Mode is activated, SmokeGENIE will set the 15 signal it receive next as ON button, and the next 3 signals it receives as OFF button. For example, if you want to set button A on Magic Remote as ON and button B as OFF, press the button is the follow sequence: A ->B -> B -> B (Each time SmokeGENIE successfully received a signal, a Red light will flash at the bottom of machine, see page 8.)

Switching to Continuous Mode & Pulse Mode
Once you have pair the ON button & OFF button correctly, follow the Instruction below:

To switch to CONTINUOUS MODE:

1.  Turn SmokeGENIE off & on. For the next 30 seconds, SmokeGENIE will be responsive to pairing signals.

2. On the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD button B & D together.
   HOLD for 5 seconds, then release. The “SET” indication light will flash a few times, indicating the mode change is successful.

3. Now the machine is switched to ON/OFF Mode.
   In ON/OFF Mode, once SmokeGENIE receives a ON signal, it will operate continuously until it receives an OFF signal, or trigger “Time Out” warning.

To switch to PULSE MODE:

1.  Turn SmokeGENIE off & on. For the next 30 seconds, SmokeGENIE will be responsive to pairing signals.

2. On the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD button A & C together.
   HOLD for 5 seconds, then release. The “SET”” indication light will flash a few times, indicating the mode change is successful.

3. Now the machine is switched to Pulse Mode.
   In Pulse Mode, once SmokeGENIE receives a ON signal, it will do a 3 seconds pulse every 3 seconds until it receives an OFF signal.
   WARNING: During Pulse Mode, the machine will be trigger periodically.
   “Time Out” Warning won’t stop the machine completely. Make sure the machine has sufficient liquid before using Pulse Mode to avoid causing over heating to chamber.

RC HAZE FAN

The RC Haze Fan (released 2023 onwards) is now Magic Remote compatible.
WARNING : To protect the battery and avoid mis-triggering, toggle the FAN to OFF every time after use.
Handheld Operation:

1. Switch on the fan using the ON/OFF toggle.
2. Press the Power button to adjust the power setting. Each button cycles through the 3 power levels: low, medium, high Using the Fan with Remote:

Remote control will trigger the Haze Fan at medium setting. As factory default, the Haze Fan is paired to Button A of the Magic remote it comes with.
To Pair the fan to a new button, follow these steps:

1. Switch the Haze Fan OFF then ON.
   In the next 30 seconds, the Haze Fan will be responsive to pairing commands.

2. During these 30 seconds, with the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD buttons C & D together. After press and hold for 5 seconds,
   the Set indication light will turn on to indicate the Pairing function is activated.

3.  Press the button you like to pair to the Haze Fan 4 times. The Set indication will flash each time it receives a signal. Now the Fan is ready to use.

To Erase previous paired buttons:

1. Switch the Haze Fan OFF then ON.
   In the next 30 seconds, the Haze Fan will be responsive to erase commands.

2. During these 30 seconds, with the magic remote, PRESS and HOLD buttons A & B together. After press and hold for 5 seconds, the Set indication light will flash once to indicate the buttons are erased.

For Advance Control Settings
(Continuous Mode/ Pulse Mode), scan QR code here:

https://pmigear.com/pages/magic-remote

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CHAMBER

(See “Chamber” at P7. for more information.)
Max continuous spray time:| 3 sessions of 120 second bursts, (a total of 6 minutes)
Operation Angle:| 0° (Pointing Upward) – 90° (Pointing Sideways).
Tilting over 90° will interrupt the fluid guiding and may trigger a “TIME OUT” during spray. The chamber can only support short bursts when tilted over 90°.
Please stay within 0-90° angle for continous sprays.

WARNING : While the chamber is design to last a long time, over-driving it will shorten the lifespan of the chamber. To protect the longevity of the chamber, avoid doing the following:

-Running low on fog liquid in chamber (Liquid level below 1/3 height is low) -Continuous spray for over 6 minutes Contact your dealer if you encounter any trouble with your chamber.

For more info, watch our Experiment videos

https://pmigear.com/pages/smokegenie- experiments

BATTERY
Run Time: 30 minutes of spray time (on MAX power of standard mode)

SMOKE OUTPUT

STORAGE and FREIGHT

Taking the SmokeGENIE on Airplane flights The PMI CLOUD FORMULA Fog liquid is NOT “dangerous goods”. Both the battery and fog liquid can board a plane: battery is carry-on and liquids should be checked-in.

Scan QR code For MSDS:
Material Safety Data Sheet

https://pmigear.com/pages/cloud-formula-msds

Remaining Fog liquid in Chamber after use:
After usage, unscrew the chamber from smokeGENIE and store it in the clear plastic Air-tight Capsules. There is no need to remove remaining liquid as long as Chamber is airsealed. If you keep the chamber exposed in air for weeks, the fog liquid will absorb moisture from the atmosphere and liquid will turn bad.
Travelling with the SmokeGENIE in carrying cases:
Please REMOVE the batteries from the SmokeGENIE and Haze Fan before travelling with it. This takes away the risk of accidently triggering the machine.

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

If you cannot find the solution to your problem here, please visit this QR code for more Troubleshooting info

https://pmigear.com/pages/troubleshoot

What is causing this?

A: This means your tank is damaged and should be replaced. Please follow the instruction on “OPERATION INSTRUCTION

Q3: When should | permanently replace my Smoke Chamber?

Q4: Why is my SmokeGENIE spitting out excessive oil during operation?

A: It means the heating unit inside the chamber is oversoaked with fog liquid. This does NOT damage the condition of the chamber, and here is how to fix it: Place a dry napkin on the table, and place the chamber upside down on a napkin for 1 minute. Let the excessive oil drain out from the mouth of the chamber, then tap it a few times to remove any droplets. Screw the chamber back on to test if there are still any remaining droplets.

Q5: What if the chamber gets unscrewed apart?

A: You should immediately remove the batteries and carefully remove the chamber. 1) Use a pair of pilers to help. 2) Take your machine to a sink, and tilt it upside down to carefully remove the heat shield (if it’s still there). Completely drain out the fog liquid. AVOID letting the liquid drip into the SmokeGENIE. 3) Carefully remove any broken glass pieces. Then, use the pliers to slowly unscrew the broken chamber. 4) Once the chamber is removed, wipe the SmokeGENIE clean from any liquid. You can either carefully dispose the chamber, or you can return your chamber via our refurbishment program and purchase a new chamber with discount. This program is currently offered to a limited number of countries, please contact your local dealer to see if this is available to your region.

Q6. The machine is running by itself without being triggered! What should | do?

Q6: What does my SmokeGENIE warranty cover?

Our 1-year warranty for the SmokeGENIE is eligible to all users who bought from our authorised dealers. The warranty covers any defect due to manufacturing; any issues caused by FIRE, WATER or PHYSICAL damage is NOT COVERED. During the warranty period, users can contact their local dealer or email us at INFO@PMIGEAR.com for direct machine support. Please supply us with the MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER, Which can be found inside the battery cover and behind the remote: This warranty covers the SmokeGENIE main unit and its accessories. The chamber is considered as a consumable, and is therefore NOT covered by this warranty.

SAFETY INFORMATION

We have designed the SmokeGENIE to be as user-friendly as possible.
However, SmokeGENIE runs on high-drain, high current batteries, and emits strong HEAT during normal operation. Therefore users MUST note the following safety measures in mind, to ensure the safety of everyone on set.

1. STOP using the machine if you continue to experience a “TIMEOUT” warning.
   Refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual.

2. DO NOT operate SmokeGENIE on an empty chamber. Always check to make sure the liquid level is above 1/3 before operation.

3. AVOID pointing the machine downward. While the chamber can produce short bursts of smoke in all orientations, tilting the machine downward may affect the flow of the liquid. If you want to make smoke continuously, keep the machine pointing at least horizontally, or use an adapter to point the smoke downward.

4. DO NOT point the smoke directly at people! The smoke right out of the chamber is hot, and occasionally, hot droplets of liquid may escape when machine have operated for a long period. Keep a minimum distance of 3m away from the nozzle.

5. DO NOT touch the chamber during.eperation! The Chamber is HOT during smoke generation.

6. DO NOT touch the chamber when the silicone cap turns PINK. The Silicone cap is coloured with heat-sensitive paint that turns PINK when the chamber is hot. Wait until the cap turns back to dark purple before removing the chamber.

7. DO NOT operate the machine near flammable, combustible materials, or materials that s is extra sensitive to heat. Keep a minimum distance of 50cm.

8. DO NOT point the smoke near source of ignition, like fires or sparks. Keep a minimum distance of 50cm.

9. DO NOT use any third-party fog liquids with SmokeGENIE. The PMI cloud formula is designed to optimize the machine’s performance and durability. Due to the unique design of our chamber, other fog liquids will NOT WORK and may cause undesired effects. We are NOT liable for any damage to the machine when using third-party fog liquid in the SmokeGENIE.

10. DO NOT inhale the smoke directly. While our formula is non-toxic, it is not made for direct inhalation and the high temperatures may cause burns.

11. DO NOT let children play with SmokeGENIE without adult guidance. As user friendly as it is, SmokeGENIE is NOT a toy and could be a fire hazard for children if not handled properly.

12. DO NOT operate SmokeGENIE near smoke detectors. Due to the nature of smoke generation, the smoke made by SmokeGENIE will trigger smoke detectors that are designed to detect small particles.

PROFESSIONAL MODE

To unleash the full potential of SmokeGENIE, we have added a “PRO MODE”. With 10 levels on Smoke and 10 Levels on Wind, a total 100 different settings, allows for more precise control and higher output.

POWER TRANSLATION

To go beyond the maximum smoke output in standard mode, level 5 in PRO MODE is has the same output as level 5 in Standard MODE.
SMOKE LEVEL 6-10 in PRO MODE will allow you to go beyond the maximum smoke output in standard mode.| To allows for more precision on the wind speed, each WIND LEVEL in Standard MODE is split into 2 levels in PRO MODE.
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WARNING : SmokeGENIE is designed to support continuous spray in Maximum SMOKE LEVEL of the Standard MODE. For SMOKE LEVEL 6-10 in PRO MDOE, output time will be limited to 5-10 seconds. A “TIME OUT” warning will appear on the screen when machine detects overheating. When Timeout occurs, Wait around 5 seconds before doing a second burst.

FCC WARNING
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction

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