SPARK FABRICA SF-X5 5 Meter Waterproof Spark Tide Machine User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Spark Fabrica

SPARK FABRICA SF-X5 5 Meter Waterproof Spark Tide Machine User Manual

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

This product belongs to special effects equipment, only for professional use.
This product belongs to the cold fireworks simulation special effects equipment, using CST technology, heating special metal powder, and sparking silver spark fountain which is safer than the traditional cold fire works. It has three controllable variables: height, density and duration.
This product is widely used in weddings, concerts, sports events, event meetings and so on. Stimulate your interest and light up your activity.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Overview

PRODUCT ACCESSORIES

1.6 Meter Power Plug
3 Meters DMX Pair Cable
Safety Rope
3 Meters Power Pair Cable
Safety Ring
T-type Wrench
User Manual
Mounting Screw (Four pieces of each set)
Upload Box (Optional)

NOTICE
Open the package carefully and check to make sure the goods are in good condition.

SPARK FABRICA GRANULE

A special metal powder has the characteristics of high content, little residue, belonging to a special consumables with no smoke, odor and other toxic gas when sparking.

WARNING
Only the consumables provided by Spark Fabric are allowed to be used. Spark Fabric shall not be liable for any damage to machines, personnel and property caused by the use of consumables not provided by the company.

TECHNICAL PARAMETER

Technical Parameter

Screen operating Guide

Back Panel Introduction

Menu Setting

NOTICE: Press to enter the menu setting. The screen will automatically return to the main state interface with no modification.

NOTICE: Press ♦ key or ♦ key to modify parameters. The parameters will flash after the modification, and please press < OK > key to save the change.

NOTICE: Press • key will return to previous page.

Status Icons

Notice
When the icons are green means the machine is working normally, and yellow means abnormal.

Blower Motor
Shaft Motor
Hopper Motor
Shutter Motor
Temp Sensor Unconnected
Lack Of Time
Sub PCB Connected
C Shutter On The Nozzle
Temp Over Heat
Tip Over
Rainy Mode
Sunny Mode
PCB Too Hot
2/3 Channel Mode Optional

RDM

RDM allows the console with RDM function to set the DMX address and starting temperature of Spark Tide.

DMX PARAMETER LIST

First Channel	Function
0-10	Stop
11-255	Fountain Height 1-25
Second Channel	Function
0-200	Pre-heat Off
11-39	Emergency Stop
56-200	Clear Material
n240-255	Pre-heat On
Third Channel	Function
0-255	Density Adjustment (0 is Maximum Density)
Sally Channel	Function
0-200	Control Off
201-255	Control On

OPERATION NOTES

T he designed Ingress Protection Rate of this machine is IP55, the machine can be used in rainy weather which is under or simiIaE to the testing condition of IP55.

WORKING CONDITION REQUIRED

WARNING
Do not mount the product on a flammable surface (linoleum, carpet, wood, paper, carton, plastic. etc). Make sure there are no inflammable or combustible materials in the using environment.

WARNING
Do not use in a confined space. Always Install the product In a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.

WARNING
This product has no lightning arrester. please do not use this product in thunderstorm weather.

WARNING
Keep people or flammable materials at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the machine, and make sure that debris does not toll on flammable objects.

WARNING
Do not use the machine at temperature above 122 ‘F (50 C ).

SAFETY TIPS

WARNING
Always connect the ground wire to ovoid electric shock. The machine cannot be submerged in water while operating it.

WARNING
Ground water entering or covering the bottom of the machine will cause machine failure or electrical leakage risk. Make sure the bottom of the machine is at a safe distance from the surface water In rainy weather to avoid surface the machine from the bottom.

WARNING
Do Not touch the sparks. During heating up and operation, do not touch the housing.

WARNING
Ensure nothing drop(s) into the nozzle of Spark Tide unit. Do Not cover output nozzle port.

WARNING
The product is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after operation has stopped. Do not touch or put finger in the output nozzle.

WARNING
Make sure that children. unauthorized people and animals do not obtain access to the machine.

WARNING
The noise level generated from the spark machine unit Is estimated of 80dB depending on the point nearest to the machine(s) during operational discharge mode.

WARNING
Wear eye protection to avoid eye injury while filing granules and testing spark machine(s).

WARNING
The proper firefighting extinguishers are recommended as follows: Any type of sand or substance that can suffocate the active meds. Class “D° Fire Extinguishers for Metal Substance Fires.

MACHINE OPERATION

PERPARATION

Install the machine on a firm and level ground, and the maximum tilt angle shall not exceed 15 degrees.
Machine Operation

INSTALL MACHINE
Install the product on truss by using the attached accessories.

WARNING
Keep people or flammable materials at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the machine, and make sure that debris does not fall on flammable objects.
*Specific installation notes please refer to “4 OPERATION NOTES”.

FILL IN SPARK FABRICA GRANULE
Spark Fabric Granule is the consumable specially designed for spark machine, to simulate cold fountain fire-works effect for stage.

Tear the vacuum package of granule, and fill in the Spark Fabric Granule through the granule filling port on the top of the machine.

Fill the consumable into the feed port, NOT into the output nozzle.
Close the lid securely after filling.
The capacity of storage bin is 300g.

WARNING
Make sure to fill the Spark Fabric Granule through the feed port on the top of the fixture when power supply is off.

WARNING
Wear eye protection to avoid eye injury while filling granules and testing spark machine(s).

CONNECT MACHINE

Connect power and DMX signal line.

Connect the first machine’s power plug.
Connect the other machines in series with the power cable.
Connect the other machines in series with DMX connection cable.
Connect PYRO SIM CONTROLLER or DMX512 controller.

WARNING
Do not use damaged power plug and power cable. One power plug is recommended to connect 4 units in series at most for this product.

CAUTION
Please attach the configured 120 ohm terminal resistor to the outlet of the last machine to enhance the anti-interference of the machine.

CAUTION
Please calculate all products’ total current required according to the power supply and fuse parameters of the products.

NOTICE
The standard length of the power connection line and the signal connection line is 3 meters, and a longer length can be reached by connecting in series.

Initial Setting

Setting	Range	Default
Set Temperature	400-620	560
DMX Address	1-512	1
DMX Channel Mode	3/2	3
Density	30-100	100
Auto Heating	ON/OFF	ON
Tilt Sensor	ON/OFF	ON
Working Mode	Rainy/Sunny	Rainy
TFT Back Light	ON/OFF	ON
Safety Address	0-512	OFF(0)
Restore Default	Yes/No	ON

Turn on power

Check the machine status icon(refer to icon introductions of 3.3)

CAUTION
When the icon shows yellow, it indicates that the machine is abnormal. Please use it after asking the professional to check and repair the machine.

The sparking temperature of the machine is the factory default temperature. The product will heat up automatically when disconnected with DMX signals. Automatic heating function can be set to on or off, and the concrete operation please refer to “3.2 MENU SETTING-.
When spark machines connect DMX signal, the heating function can be started only on the Sim Pyro Console.

SET CHANNEL MODE

CAUTION
This machine has 2 channel mode and 3 channel mode, the specific setting please refer to “3.2 MENU SETTING”.

SET DMX ADDRESS

Please set DMX address according to channel mode:

In the 2 channel mode, please set spark machines’ DMX address to 1.3.5.7
In the 3 channel mode, please set spark machines’ DMX address to 1A.7.10

NOTICE
Please do not set address code repeatedly.

SET SUNNY/RAINY MODE

NOTICE
In sunny mode, the sparking nozzle baffle is in the normally open state, and the sparking speed can be foster.

NOTICE
Specific settings please refer to “3.2 MENU SETTING”.

NOTICE
RDM allows the console with RDM function to set the DMX address and starting temperature of Spark Tide.

START TO SPARK

The machine can be controlled by Pyro Sim Controller console or DMX512 console.

TURN ON CONSOLE’S POWER

TURN ON HEATING FUNCTION

NOTICE
The heating function of the second channel DMX value is 240-255. and it takes about 5 minutes to preheat after turning on.

NOTICE
When heating is turned on, the indicator light on the machine will turn to red, and the indicator light flashes green to indicate that the machine is heating.

NOTICE
Heating will complete after the indicator light turns green for a long time, and the spark machine will enter sparking status.

NOTICE
When using the Pyro Sim Controller, the screen will display the real-time temperature of each machine. When the temperature value of the control board turns green, it means that the heating is completed and the machine enters the status of sparking.

ADJUST SPARKING HEIGHT

Adjust sparking height through the first channel, and the height adjustment values is DMX parameter values 11-255.

WARNING
Do Not touch the sparks or put finger in the output nozzle.

WARNING
During heating up and operation, do not touch the housing.

WARNING
Keep a minimum distance of 10 feet (3 m) from the machine to the nearest human or flammable material. And make sure no falling residue fly to flammable material.

WARNING
The maximum height of indoor and outdoor granule is different. The maximum height of indoor granule Is 3.5 meter, white outdoor granule is 5 meter.

NOTICE
If spark machines are affected by wind, sparking height will be reduced, sparking direction will also be affected by the wind and inclined.

NOTICE
The proper firefighting extinguishers are recommended as follows: Any type of sand or substance that can suffocate the active metals. Class “D” Fire Extinguishers for Metal Substance Fires.

ADJUST SPARKING DENSITY

This product has independent sparking density adjustment function. Machine’s sparking density can be controlled during sparking, which can otter you more special effects choices for show.

NOTICE
The third channel is density adjustment channel, and the density is 30-100%. The default sparking density is 100%, and the density adjustment parameter values are 0-255.0 means 100% density, and bigger DMX number means lower density.

SPARK THROUGH REMOTE CONTROLLER

Turn on the power and leave DMX signal disconnected.
Hold ♦ 2 seconds In the first interface until the screen shows “Control Pair Remoter 315W.
Press>on remote controller until the screen shows “Code Success”.it means the coding Is successful.

CAUTION
The remote controller can be used after coding when DMX signal is disconnected. Or the function wit be broken.

CAUTION
Sparking stops automatically after 30 seconds. And clearing material stops after 5 seconds.

CAUTION
The remote controller has 4 height levels.

CAUTION
One remote controller is recommended to control 4 units at most.

CLEAR MATERIAL

This product has the function of cleaning material, which can clean up the heated but not sparked consumables, so as to avoid nodulation in the heating chamber and causing stuck machine.

NOTICE
Use the cleaning function of the second channel for cleaning, DMX value is 56-200.

NOTICE
This function must be performed at the end of each show.

CLEAN MACHINE

After clearing material, please clean the machine to extend the service life of the machine.

Turn off the machine’s power.
Remove power connection and DMX signal line cable.
Use a damp cloth to remove dust and debris from the surface of the machine.
Unused Spark Fabric Granule should be stored in a cool, dry place, vacuum packed unsealed foil bags, and protected from moisture, heat, hot surface, open fire and other ignition sources.

WARNING
The product is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after operation has stopped.

CAUTION
Wear gloves to take out the hopper after cooling down machine. Don’t touch the casing of the hopper to avoid scalding.

CAUTION
Dry the water on the machine when taking the hopper out in rainy days to avoid consumable accretion.

CAUTION
To eliminate unnecessary machine wear and improve its lifespan, unplug the power of the machine during the period of not-in-use. Never power off the product by pulling or tugging on the power cord.

MACHINE MAINTENANCE

Some steps are needed in order to clean and maintain the product for maximum usage. The recommended procedure is as follows:
After a period of using, check if there is any consumable accretion inside the nozzle. Do necessary cleaning up if there has some, or it may affect spark performance, even damage the machine.

Failure Handling

DISCLAIMER

Please read the manual carefully before installing and using this product. Failure to read or comply with this manual may result in injury to products and personnel, and Spark Fabrica shall not be responsible for this.

This product is a professional machine, we do not assume any responsibility for accidents or losses caused by the use or maintenance of this product by personnel without professional training and permission.

If the Information contained in the manual or the product specifications are changed, Spark Fabric will not inform you further and responsible for any errors or omissions.
Our company reserves the right to modify the user manual at any time.

PREFACE

This manual Includes warning, caution and notice concerning the safe operation of equipment. These warning, caution and notice come with the following icons. Please read them carefully!

WARNING
This warning Indicates a dangerous situation that may result in death or serious Injury If not avoided.

CAUTION
This alert indicates a dangerous situation that may result in mild or moderate injury if not avoided.

NOTICE
This means that you need to be careful.