qtx 160.494UK Zephyr Compact Haze Machine User Manual

ZEPHYR
Compact Haze Machine
Item ref: 160.494UK
User Manual

| Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty
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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ZEPHYR compact haze machine. This product has been designed to provide controlled haze effects for stage productions and themed events. Please read and keep this manual in order to achieve the best results from this equipment and avoid damage through misuse.

Unpacking

The product should arrive with you in good condition with the following components.

• ZEPHYR haze machine
• Wireless remote control & keyfob
• Mains lead(s)

If you find any accessory is missing or the machine has arrived with any problems, please contact your local dealer at once. Please keep the original package and invoice for any possible replacement or returned demand.

Warning

To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose electrical parts to rain or moisture. If liquids are spilled on areas other than inside the fluid tank, disconnect the mains, allow the ZEPHYR to dry out, and have it checked by qualified personnel before further use. Avoid any impact, dropping or extreme pressure on the housing. No user-  erviceable parts inside – do not open the case. Allow the ZEPHYR to acclimatize to room temperature before operating.

Placement

The ZEPHYR has a built-in fluid container and should be operated in an upright position. Ensure that the ZEPHYR is positioned on a stable, non-slip surface.

Safety

• Check for correct mains voltage and condition of IEC lead before connecting to mains
• This unit must be earthed
• This unit uses a heating element – be aware that parts of the housing may be hot in use!

Cleaning

• Use a soft dry or slightly damp to clean the casing
• Do not use strong solvents for cleaning the housing
• Clean the haze mechanism periodically by operating with distilled water instead of haze
• It is also recommended to use fog machine cleaning fluid (160.670UK) periodically

Recommended fluid

For the ZEPHYR haze machine, we strongly recommend the following fluid which has been specifically formulated to perform best with any heater-based haze machine.

Use power supply with Earth connection and adequate current capacity for the unit Use the plug to connect to the main power supply as follows:

Rear panel

| 1 LED display
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2 4 button control panel
3 RF remote receiver connection (5-pin DIN)
4 DMX input (3-pin XLR)
5 DMX output (3-pin XLR)
6 IEC mains inlet & fuse holder

Setting up

1. Unpack the ZEPHYR unit.
2. Unscrew the top cap of the tank and remove it to fill it with haze fluid.
3. Replace the bottle and screw the cap securely, making sure that the pipe is fed down to the bottom of the bottle to ensure a consistent flow of fluid.
4. If required, connect the remote receiver via the 5-pin DIN socket on the rear panel.
5. Set the DIP switches on the side of the RF receiver to respond to the required  button on the keyfob transmitter (e.g. setting DIP switch 1 on will mean that haze will be produced when button 1 is pressed on the keyfob)
6. If DMX is to be used for control, connect the DMX signal from the controller to the DMX IN XLR connector. Any further DMX-controlled units may be connected via the DMX OUT XLR connector.
7. Connect the IEC mains plug and switch the power on.
8. Heat-up time is as little as 35 seconds before the ZEPHYR is ready to use.

Operation

To operate the ZEPHYR in standalone mode, use the 4-button control on the rear panel beneath the LED display as follows.

Adjust the fan speed and output to the required output consistency.
If the remote receiver is connected, then this will enable wireless on/off control of the haze output from the buttons asset on the DIP switches. It is important to note that the Zephyr uses an efficient fast heating element and will take around 1 minute to clear the fluid from the heater after hazing has stopped. An LED above the output aperture is lit when hazing is activated to show the status.
If the display is showing the DMX address, the ZEPHYR will operate from DMXcontrol as follows.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

Warning: Hot components! … Switch off and allow to cool before touching the unit.

No light on mains switch or remote

| Check mains voltage is correct and the socket is switched on
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Check IEC lead is OK and connected properly
Check mains fuse in IEC connector and fuse in plug top
If fuse blowing repeatedly, refer to qualified service personnel

Greenlight is on but no haze output on manual or continuous mode

| Check fluid level in the tank
If the fluid is OK and pumps working, the lines may be blocked
Check that output is not set to zero on the control panel
Check that output is not switched off on the keyfob remote
If blocked, clean with fog machine cleaner & distilled water
Check that if DMX mode is selected, the DMX channel is correct
In DMX mode, check that haze output is not set to zero

Bubble Fluid

160.560UK 160.562UK, 160.563UK
160.564UK
160.575UK| 5 Little
160.576UK| 1 Litre| UV bubble fluid| Light bubbles which glow in UV light
160.577UK| 5 Littre

Snow Fluid

Stock Code| Volume| Description| Results| For use with
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160.578UK| 1 Litre| Snow fluid| High-quality snow fluid.Lasts 30% longer than other standard fluids| 160.565UK, 160.569UK

Fog Fluid

Stock Code| Volume| Description| Colour| Results| For use with
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Dispersion| Density| Stability| Fog colour
160.643UK| 1 Litre| Standard fog fluid| Yellow| Quick| Light| Low| White| 160.452UK, 160.453UK, 160.461UK
or any machine up to 900W
160.582UK| 5 Littre
160.587UK| 1 Litre| High-grade fog fluid| Orange| Slow| Medium| Good| White
160.588UK| 5 Littre
160.644UK| 1 Litre| High-quality fog fluid| Pink| Slow| High| Good| Thick white| 160.455UK, 160.456UK, 160.457UK
or any machine 1000-1500W
160.583UK| 5 Litre
160.589UK| 5 Litre| Premium fog fluid| Clear| Slow| Very high| Excellent| Opaque White
160.592UK| 1 Litre| Low-level fog fluid| Clear| Slow| Highest| Excellent| Opaque White| 160.447UK
160.593UK| 5 Litre
160.670UK| 20m1| Fog machine cleaner| Clear| Extends life of your fog machine| All fog machines
Stock Code| Volume| Description| Colour| Results| For use with
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Dispersion| Density| Stability| Haze colour
160.591UK| 5 Litre| High-quality haze fluid Eco haze fluid| Clear| Slow| High| Good| Thick white| 160.458UK, 160.459UK 160.462UK, 160.465UK
160.591UK| 5 Littre| Medium| Medium| Good| White

Fog

S Litre fog or haze fluid
160.651UK| 20m1| Mint fog fragrance
160.652UK| 20m1| Vanilla fog fragrance
160.653UK| 20m1| Tropical fog fragrance
160.654UK| 20m1| Strawberry fog fragrance
160.655UK| 20m1| Energy fog fragrance

160.494UK User Manual
This product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed of with other household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.
Errors and omissions excepted. Copyright© 2021 AVSL Group Ltd, Unit 2 Bridgewater Park,
Taylor Road, Trafford Park, Manchester. M41 73Q.
AVSL (Europe) Ltd, Unit 3D North Point House, North Point Bus. Park, New Mallow Road, Cork, Ireland.
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