STAIRVILLE AFH-600 DMX Hazer Thomann Elláda User Manual

STAIRVILLE AFH-600 DMX Hazer Thomann Elláda

Specifications

• Product Model: AFH-600 Hazer
• Release Date: 14.08.2023
• Product ID: 306309 (V4)

Product Information

The AFH-600 Hazer is designed to produce fine haze by vaporizing fog fluid. It is important to use the device only as described in the user manual to avoid personal injury or property damage. The device should only be operated by individuals with the necessary physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities along with relevant knowledge and experience.

Safety Instructions

• Danger to Children: Keep out of reach of children to avoid injury and choking hazards.
• Danger due to Electric Current: Avoid contact  with high voltages. Do not remove covers or use the device if safety equipment is missing or damaged.
• Electric Current Safety: Use insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not modify the cable or plug. Seek professional help in case of isolation damage. Risk of Burns: Use approved fog fluids to prevent burns and property damage. Do not fill the tank with flammable liquids.
• Slip Hazard: Avoid directing fog onto surfaces that may cause slipping hazards. Regularly check and remove any condensate pools to prevent accidents.

FAQ:
Q: Can I use any fog fluid with the AFH-600 Hazer?
A: No, only approved fog fluids should be used with this device to prevent burns and damage.

General information

This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de

Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this document.

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE!| This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided.
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Safety instructions

Intended use
This device is intended to be used to produce fine haze by vaporising fog fluid. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Safety

• DANGER!
  Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
  Children can suffocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children could play with.

• DANGER!
  Danger to life due to electric current!
  Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device when covers, safety equipment or optical components are missing or damaged.

• DANGER!
  Danger to life due to electric current!
  A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair. If in doubt, seek advice from a qualified electrician.

• WARNING!
  Risk of burns from flammable liquids!
  The use of flammable liquids in the device may cause severe burns and damage to property. Use only approved fog fluids. Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the device.

• WARNING!
  Slip hazard due to condensate pools!
  The fog generated by the fog machine can condense on floors and surfaces. People can slip and injure themselves on pools of con‐densate. Do not direct the fog to floors or other surfaces that may be stepped on. Regularly check all floors and other surfaces that can be accessed for slipping hazards. If necessary, remove any pools of condensate.

• WARNING!
  Health hazard when handling fog fluid!
  Fog fluid contains glycols. There is a health risk in case of eye contact and if fluid is swallowed. Keep fog fluid in a safe place and out of the reach of children. Never ingest fog fluid and avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental ingestion of or eye contact with fog fluid: Do not induce vomiting if swallowed. Thoroughly rinse the eyes with water upon contact. Get immediate medical attention.

• CAUTION!
  Possible respiratory problems due to fog fluid!
  Fog fluid can lead to respiratory problems in case of prolonged exposure and in certain people. Using unsuitable fluids can generate toxic gases. Do not use any fog fluids other than the ones approved for the device. Any claims for compensation for damages caused by using non-approved fluids are excluded. Do not let the device produce fog in poorly ventilated areas. Do not expose people with health problems (e.g. allergy-related respiratory symptoms, asthma) to artificial fog.

• NOTICE!
  Risk of fire due to covered vents and neighbouring heat sources!
  If the vents of the device are covered or the device is operated in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources, the device can overheat and burst into flames. Never cover the device or the vents. Do not install the device in the immediate vicinity of other heat sources. Never operate the device in the immediate vicinity of naked flames.
  NOTICE!
  Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
  The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sunlight, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature fluctuations. If temperature fluctuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately. Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualified specialists at regular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
  NOTICE!
  Damage to the device due to high voltages!
  The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device. Only operate the device from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit breaker (FI). As a precaution, disconnect the device from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device will not be used for a longer period.

• NOTICE!
  Risk of fire due to installation of a wrong fuse!
  Using fuses of a different type than compatible with the device may cause a fire and seriously damage the device. Only use fuses of the same type. Observe the labelling on the device casing and the information in the “Technical data” chapter.

NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the floor and cause permanent dark stains after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and the floor.

General information about how to safely operate fog machines and hazers

The device was designed for use in professional event technology and works reliably when used properly. Observe the following information:

• Follow all warnings in these operating instructions.
• Never leave the device running without supervision.
• The device is not suitable for use in private households or as a child’s toy.
• Place the device on a stable, fire-proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device.
• Maintain a safety distance of 1 m to flammable materials.
• The device is not intended for suspended assembly (the so-called “flying operation”).
• During operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely.
• The fog or haze generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms.

Features

This hazer is suitable to be used in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages. Special features of the device:

• Compact design
• Suitable for mobile use
• Large liquid container for the fog liquid

Installation

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above. Place the unit on a flat, stable surface. The device must never be operated in a more than 15° tilted position.

Starting up

Connections in DMX mode
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).

Connections in ‘Master /Slave‘ mode
When you configure a group of devices in ‘Master / Slave’ mode, the first unit will control the others. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device. Then connect the DMX output of the first slave device to the DMX input of the second slave device and so on.

Connections and controls

Front

Back

Operation

Filling the device

NOTICE!

• Damage to the device due to the use of unsuitable fog fluids!
• Fog fluids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit.
• Only use the fog fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use.
• First, make sure the device is switched off.
• Open the screw-cap of the liquid container and fill in the fog fluid. Make sure that no fog fluid is spilled or gets into the device. The easiest way is using a funnel. The container capacity is 2.3 litres.
• Screw the cap firmly back on.

Switching on the device

NOTICE!

• Risk of undetected fires in the absence of supervision!
• There is a general risk of fire when operating the device. If the appliance is left unattended, fires can go undetected and cause great damage.
• Never operate the device unattended.
• Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch. The unit is heating up and the display shows ‘UP’ .
• As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the display shows ‘read’ . The device is now operational

Operating modes

The device supports the following operating modes that you can select with the buttons on the device:

• Manual control
• Master / Slave mode
• DMX control

The haze volume that you have set either directly on the device, on the ‘Master‘ or with your DMX controller is uniformly ejected In all modes.

Main menu

• Press [FUNC] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode.
• When the display flashes, use the arrow keys to change the respectively displayed value. When the display shows the desired value, press [ENTER]. To return to the main menu without any changes, press [FUNC] or wait a minute.
• All previously made settings are retained even when you disconnect the device from the power grid.

Operating mode “Manual con‐trol”

• This mode can only be selected if no DMX controller is connected and turned on.
• Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘out’ . Press [ENTER]. Now you can use the arrow keys to adjust the desired haze amount between ‘F001’ (no haze output) and ‘F100’ (maximum haze output). Press [ENTER] to confirm.
• To suspend haze output, press [ENTER], the display shows ‘read’ . To resume haze output, press [ENTER] again. The display shows the last selected value again.

“Master/slave” mode

This mode can only be selected if no DMX controller is connected and turned on.
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLNd’ . Press [ENTER]. Now you can use the arrow keys to choose from the following options:

• ‘NASt’ : The device operates as the “Master” and controls other devices that follow as a “Slave”.
• ‘SLAu’ : The device works as a “Slave” and follows the exact operation of the “Master” to which it is connected.

Press [ENTER] to confirm and to start operation in “Master / Slave” mode.

Operating mode “DMX”
Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘Addr’ . Press [ENTER]. Now you can set the number of the first DMX channel to be used by the device (DMX address). Use the arrow keys to select a value between 1 and 512. Press [ENTER] to save the value and to start operation in ”DMX” mode.
Make sure that this number matches the configuration of your DMX controller.

DMX assignment

Turning the device off
Switch off the device using the main switch. Transport the device only when it has cooled down completely. To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport, you should transport the device only with an empty fluid container.

Menu overview

Technical specifications

Plug and connection assignments

Introduction

This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equipment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.
Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’ a not working light show!

DMX connections

The unit offers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug.

Troubleshooting

In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:

2. Switch the device off and check the hose that leads into the fluid container for flow.
No response to the DMX controller| 1. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity.
2. Try using another DMX controller.
3. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits.

If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de

Cleaning

NOTICE!
Possible damages caused by unsuitable cleaning agents
Cleaners not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit.
Only use the fog machine cleaners listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use.

Procedure
Clean the appliance after every 30 operating hours, or if it was not in use for a longer period of time.

1. Make sure that the device is turned off, disconnected from the mains and completely cooled down.

2. Position the unit in a well ventilated place.

3. Insert the suction hose of the haze machine into the bottle with the fog machine cleaner.

4. Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch. The unit is heating up and the display shows ‘UP’ .

5. As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the display shows ‘read’ . The device is now operational.
   Use the arrow keys to set the value ‘F100’ for maximum haze output and let the device produce haze for about 20 seconds.

6. Insert the suction hose of the haze machine back into the hazer fluid container and let the device again produce haze for about 20 seconds. This will rinse the lines.
   The cleaning is completed.

Protecting the environment

Disposal of the packaging material
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Disposal of your old device

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility

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