SHOWVEN uFlamer Max 2500W Vertical Liquid Flame Machine User Manual

SHOWVEN uFlamer Max 2500W Vertical Liquid Flame Machine

Technical Specifications

• Model: uFlamer Max
• Housing Material: 304 stainless steel
• Dimension: 570 x 425 x 380mm
• Weight: 60kg
• Input: AC200-240V, 50/60Hz
• Work Power: 2.5KW
• Usage in Rain: Yes
• Ignition: Triple, high voltage electron ignition, auxiliary ignition
• Flame Monitoring: Yes
• Control: DMX, 9-60V pyro signal, Wireless with Wireless DMX Receiver (5-PIN DMX IN with DC5V)

FAQs

Q: What should I do if the device fails to fire correctly?

A: Immediately shut down the device and check it accordingly. Contact SHOWVEN for further assistance if needed.

Q: Can the uFlamer Max be used in rainy conditions?

A: Yes, the uFlamer Max is designed for usage in rain.

Q: What type of fire extinguishers should be available next to the equipment?

A: A dry powder fire extinguisher, a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher, and a fire blanket should be equipped next to the equipment.

Q: What is the recommended housing material for the uFlamer Max?

A: The housing material for the uFlamer Max is 304 stainless steel.

• Thanks for choosing SHOWVEN uFlamer Max, we hope it will bring you lots of exciting moments. Please read the following user’s manual and related product installation guide carefully before operating this device.

Safety Instructions

Safety icons explanation

Safety instructions warn of hazards when handling equipment and provide information on how to avoid those hazards. They are classified according to the severity of the hazard and are divided into the following groups. Please do follow all safety instructions in this document!

• DANGER : Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. (This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations)
• WARNING : Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury
• CAUTION : Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE : Provide additional or supplementary information.

General Safety Instructions

• Unauthorized repairs are prohibited, they may cause serious incidents.
• Make sure the power supply is consistent with the rated voltage of the equipment, and the socket must be well grounded. Unplug and turn off the machine when not in use.
• Please connect the DMX cable before powering on uFlamer Max, and ensure that the communication command is disarmed, and the safety switch of the device is under test mode.
• After turning on the device, no person is allowed to stay in the danger area. Ensure all persons who are part of the show are informed about the safety distance, risks, and functions of the device.
• Always have a CO2 fire extinguisher and an extinguishing blanket in case of needed.
• If there is any doubt as to the safety operation of the device in any circumstances, the device should be taken out of service immediately. Be sure the device is in good operating condition before use. If fails to fire correctly, immediately shut it down and check it accordingly. Any questions please always contact SHOWVEN (info@showven.cn) for help.
• Be sure to use high-quality fuels, otherwise, it easily leads to failure or danger. Please keep fuels away from heat sources, sparks, fire, or another possibility of ignition. Do not smoke!
• The operator responsible for the control of the flame system must always have a clear view of the device so that he/she can stop the show immediately when there is danger. The main AC power switch should be near the operator. So that the operator can turn off the power of all devices in case of abnormality.
• The device shall not be altered and applied to another use purpose.

Disclaimers:

SHOWVEN Technologies Co., Ltd excludes liability for unsafe situations, accidents, and damages resulting from:

1. Ignoring warnings or regulations as shown in the product manual or this manual.
2. se for other applications or circumstances other than those indicated herein.
3. Changes to the device, including use of non-original spare parts, lack of maintenance, etc.
4. Dismantling device without authorization from SHOWVEN.
5. Use this machine by unqualified or untrained personnel.
6. Improper use of the machine.

A dry powder fire extinguisher, a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher, and a fire blanket must be equipped next to the equipment. Someone must be on duty during the operation. In case of a fire accident, a dry powder fire extinguisher can be used when the fire is large, and a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher can be used when the fire is small.

Technical Specifications

• Model: uFlamer Max
• Housing Material: 304 stainless steel
• Dimension: 570 425 380mm
• Weight: 60kg
• Input: AC200-240V, 50/60Hz
• Work Power: 2.5KW
• Usage in Rain: Yes
• Ignition: Triple, high voltage electron ignition, auxiliary ignition
• Flame Monitoring: Yes
• Control: DMX, 9-60V pyro signal, Wireless with Wireless DMX Receiver (5-PIN DMX IN with DC5V  power supply)
• DMX: 3-pin and 5-pin DMX IN / OUT
• E-Stop Interface: Yes, can be connected in series
• Effect Direction: Vertical
• Flame Height: up to 20m
• Max. Firing Duration: 0.5s
• Tank Capacity: 17L
• Fuel: ISOPAR L/M
• Liquid Level Sensor: Yes
• Fuel Tube Filter: Yes
• Tip sensor: Yes

Structure

1. Top panel
2. Fuel tank lid
3. Firebox
4. Front panel
5. Handle
6. Rear panel
7. Safety loop (optional)
8. Igniter (triple)

Diagram of the bottom panel

Rear Panel

1. LCD screen
2. Touch button
3. ARM indicator light
4. 9-60V pyro signal port
5. DC12V external fuel pump power supply
6. 3-pin XLR IN/OUT
7. Safety switch
8. Power IN / OUT
9. E-stop interface
10. 5-pin XLR IN/OUT (5-PIN XLR IN can charge for wireless DMX pen through pin1 and 4, pin4 with DC5V power supply)
11. Power Switch (with Power indicator light)
12. Fuse
13. External fuel in quick coupler (ISO7241B quick coupler G1/4 Male)

Display and setting

Welcome interface

Main interface

1. Three icons may appear in the status bar 1
   • appears when “Flame Monitor” is “ON”
   • appears when “Flame Monitor” is “ON” and detects successful ignition
   • appears when “External Trigger” is “ON”
2. DMX: DMX address, Background turns from BLACK to RED when DMX cable was connected.
   • SAFE: Safety address, Background turns from BLACK to RED when DMX cable was connected and safety channel activated.
   • PRES: Pressure value. The background turns from BLACK to RED when pressure exceeds “set low pressure”.
   • FUEL: Fuel level indicates. The background turns from BLACK to RED when the actual fuel level “Fuel Level Alarm” is set in ADVANCED MENU.
3. USER MODE/error or alert information display, Background color turns to RED when under “USER MODE”.
4. Touch Button function display:
5. First Button: MENU / BACK
6. Second Button: UP / LEFT
7. Third Button: DOWN / RIGHT
8. Fourth Button: MONI / EDIT / SAVE

Note : The screen display will switch to the main interface if there is no operation in 10s.

ARM indicator light

Operators can enable/disable the arm indicator light by setting the “ARM STATE” in the ADVANCED menu. If “ARM STATE” is ON, there will be three statuses:

• OFF: DMX signal input
• BLINK: DMX armed or Ext Ignite in the advanced menu is ON
• ON: no DMX signal and Ext Ignite in the advanced menu is OFF

Alert Message

in

Advanced menu

E0 Ignition Disable| “Ignition” is “Disable”| Set “Ignition” to “Enable” in Factory

menu

E0 Key Lock| Touch button no operation in 30s| Restart machine

Error Message

“Pressure Fail Cnt” setting value

| Restart the machine or reset the safety

channel

E2 P Relief Err| Pressure keeps above 10 after pressure relief| Restart machine
E3 DC Err| Voltage abnormal| The power supply module is abnormal,

please check accordingly.

E4 MissFire Exceed

| Consecutive ignition failures exceed the set value of “Fl Moni Fail Num” in advanced

interface

| Restart the machine / reset the safety channel/set “Flame Monitor” to

OFF

E5 Press Sensor| Pressure Sensor loosen or damage| Check pressure sensor
E6 Fuel Low| Actual “Fuel Level” < set value of “Fuel

Level Alarm” in ADVANCED MENU

| Fill the tank
E7 Tip Err| Machine slant over 45° , it stops running| Tip setting set to OFF, or

horizontal install machine.

Monitoring Interface

• Press “MONI” and enter the below interface

Menu Interface

• Press “MENU” enter below interface

Main menu

• Select “MAIN” in the menu interface, press “EDIT” and enter the main menu. Use UP / DOWN / SAVE to change the parameters.

P mode

Safety Level

| 76-120/

102-153/

127-178/

153-204/

178-229

|

102-153

| Available only under 2CH-P mode. Safety channel DMX value within the set threshold range, firing enabled; outside the range, firing disabled.

Advanced menu

• Select “ADVANCED” in the menu interface, press “EDIT” and enter the advanced menu. Use UP / DOWN / SAVE to change the parameters.

this

menu appears only when Ext Ignite is ON.

Tip Setting| OFF / ON| ON| Turn ON/OFF tip-over function
Fuel Alarm Switch| OFF / ON| ON| Turn ON/OFF low-level alarm function
Fuel Level Alarm| 0-100%| 5%| The machine will alarm and stop working when

fuel level lower than the setting value

Fuel Input| ON / OFF| OFF| Automatic filling tank when fuel level low
PV ON FuelLevel| 0-100%| 20%| Automatic filling starts when the fuel level lower

than this setting value. (Fuel Input ON status)

PV OFF FuelLevel| 0-100%| 90%| Automatic filling stop when fuel level exceeds

this setting value. (Fuel Input ON status)

PV EMER OPEN| OFF / ON| OFF| If set ON, the Fuel Input valve will open 3s then

close

Flame Monitor| ON/OFF| OFF| Check whether the firing was successful or not
Fl Moni Value| 0.01V-3.30V| 0.32V| The threshold value for a successful firing
Fl Moni Fai Num|

0-10

|

2

| Consecutive ignition failures setting, if ignition fail times > setting value, the machine will report

error.

Key Sound| ON/OFF| ON| Touch button sound ON / OFF
ARM State| ON/OFF| ON| ARM indicator light ON/OFF setting

LCD Backlight

|

ON/OFF

|

OFF

| LCD backlight ON/OFF. When ON, the screen will

flash when firing; OFF: LCD screen will turn off when no operation.

Key Lock

|

ON/OFF

|

OFF

| ON: The touch button will disabled if there is no operation in the 30s. restart the machine to active

touch button.

DefaultParamete| ON/OFF| OFF| Reset default parameter settings

Test menu

• Please disconnect the DMX connection before entering test menu.
• Select “TEST” in the menu interface, press “EDIT” and enter the test menu. Use UP / DOWN / SAVE to change the parameters.
• “External Trigger” will be disabled after enter the TEST menu, The Pressure relief valve will open, and the below related items will show Running when testing, showing Finish after the test is finished.

Pump Test

| The pump will pressurize to “Set Pressure” value and keep 2s, and display “F”. If the pressurizing time exceeds the setting value of “Max Pressure Limit”, means the pump  test fails,  it  will  display  “E”.  Display  “R” means the machine  is

pressurizing.

DMX CONTROL

uFlamer Max with 3 different channel modes: 2CH-P, 2CH-N, and 6CH.

2CH-P:

• In this channel mode, uFlamer Max occupies 1 functional channel CH-F and 1 separate safety channel CH-S (this channel is independent from an operational channel, and can be shared with other machines).

CH-S

|

Device enable

/ disable

| 0~101 and 154~255: Depressurize mode, disable device (Emergency STOP)

102~153: Pressurize mode, enable device

The above setting takes the default safety level (102-153) setting as an example, other safety level value settings please refer to

advanced interface

2CH-N:

• In this channel mode, uFlamer Max occupies 2 functional channels.

Firing Enable

6CH:

• In this channel mode, uFlamer Max occupies 6 functional channels. This channel mode is designed to control the uFlamer together with CIRCLE FLAMER on our Host Controller.

CH4

|

Firing Duration setup

| 0 and 255: permanent fire (0.5s is the limit duration time)

1~254: 10~2540ms duration time

(Manual firing duration = DMX Value * 10ms)

CH5| –| –

CH6

|

Firing Enable / Disable

| 0~49 and 201~255: Firing Disable (Emergency STOP)

50~200: Firing Enable

Operation

Safety distance explanation

• Safety distance for uFlamer Max is divided into two parts safety radius around machine (a) and safety distance at firing direction (b). No person and flammable materials are allowed to stay inside the safety isolation zone when flamer was armed.
• The safety radius around the machine with a radius of 5m.
• For safety distance at firing direction equals maximum firing height * 1.5.

The uFlamer Max safety isolation zone (shown as below) is a cylindrical three- dimensional space with a Safety radius around machine (a) and a Height of b. Unauthorized persons and objects are strictly prohibited from entering. For angled installation, the safety distance both around the machine and the firing direction should shift accordingly.

Safety distance in a windy environment

The safety isolation zone radius (a) increases with wind direction and wind speed (v, m/s). The safety distance in windy conditions can be calculated as below: a = 5 + v;
For example when the wind speed is 3m/s, then the safety isolation zone radius should be 8m, When the wind speed ≥ 8m/s (wind force ≥ 5), please use it with caution. When wind speed ≥ 17m/s wind force ≥ 8, please stop using Flamer.

Install uFlamer Max

uFlamer Max can only be installed horizontally on firm surfaces as below. If installed on the truss please make sure it is firmly installed, also please connect it with a qualified safety rope.

WARNING : Forbid to install uFlamer Max in the tilt position.

Fuel the uFlamer Max

• a) Switch safety lock to TEST MODE.
• b) Fill the fuel tank with qualified fuel. WARNING: Fuel requirements for uFlamer Max

1. Water content in fuel should be less than 0.5%
2. For maximum safety, please use fuel with a flash point between 60-80℃, ISOPAR L or M is highly recommended.
3. Colored fuels are forbidden to use on uFlamer Max it may damage the machine. SHOWVEN excludes liability for the losses, damages, and accidents caused by not using qualified fuels in accordance with this requirement.

Connecting uFlamer Max

Make sure the DMX or Pyro controller is disarmed or powered off during cable connection.

If controlled by the DMX controller, follow the below steps:

• a) Connect a DMX cable to the DMX IN socket of the first unit of uFlamer Max, another head of this DMX cable connects to the DMX console (such as FXcommander). Make sure the DMX console is powered off.
• b) Connect a DMX cable to the DMX OUT socket of the previous uFlamer Max, and the other end to the DMX IN of next machine. Connect all devices in series in this way.
• c) Suggest to plug in a DMX terminator into the DMX OUT in the last unit of a machine to improve signal reliability. For distances>200m please use SHOWVEN DMX splitter 8 to amplify the signal.
• d) Connect a power cable to the POWER IN socket of uFlamer Max. Make sure the power supply is consistent with the rated voltage of the equipment, and the socket must be well grounded.
• e) Connect the machine with the E-stop terminal or E-Stopper.
• f) Power on all uFlamer Max. Check the safety lock, double confirm it stays at “TEST MODE”.
• g) Assign DMX address for each unit of uFlamer Max. If use the SHOWVEN host controller or FXcommander to control the machine please allocate a unique DMX address for each unit of the machine.

If controlled by a 9-60V pyro signal, follow the below steps:

• a) Connect a power cable to the POWER IN socket of uFlamer Max. Connect the other end of the power cable to the power source. Make sure power supply is consistent with the rated voltage of the equipment, and the socket must well grounded.
• b) Connect the power control cables to the 9-60V pyro signal connector on uFlamer Max.
• c) Connect the other end of the power control cables to the pyro controller (9-60V external trigger source), such as the SHOWVEN PyroSlave series module.
• d) Connect the machine with the E-stop terminal or E-Stopper.
• e) Power on all uFlamer Max
• f) Set the Ext Ignite to ON status in the advanced interface, and set the firing duration.

Power ON the DMX console/Pyro controller and programming

Power on the DMX console and program the uFlamer Max effect on the DMX console Firing intervals for uFlamer Max are as below, please keep the minimum intervals when programming.

• Note : Minimum interval means the interval between firing, it is the time for the pump to pressurize and restore the pressure to target firing pressure.
• WARNING : insufficient interval time, may lead to firing disable or firing failures due to the pressurization is not completed.

Test the ignition function of uFlamer Max

• Test the ignition function of uFlamer, we can check whether the igniters of each unit of uFlamer is working fine. Due to the safety switch staying at TEST MODE, there will be only ignition while jet solenoid valve is not open, so no flames generated.

Firing

• a) Double confirm the prescribed safety isolation zone is clear, no person, animal, or other property within this region.
• b) Switch the safety lock of uFlamer Max to the USER MODE.
• c) Firing, the operator should always have a clear view of the device, so that he/she can stop the show immediately when there is danger.

Depressurize and Power OFF

• a) Depressurize the flame unit after show or not use flamer for a period of time
• b) Power of the DMX console
• c) Press the E-Stopper to power OFF all machines (if connected with the E-stopper)
• d) Switch the safety lock of uFlamer Max to TEST MODE
• e) Power OFF each unit of the machine

Empty the remaining fuels and package the machine

• a) Unplug the power cable, DMX cable, E-Stopper connection cable, etc.
• b) Suggest emptying the remaining fuels inside the fuel tank before shipment and storage
• c) Package the machine when it is cooling down

Nozzle Replacement and Igniter Position Adjustment

Nozzle Replacement

Use a 14mm outer hexagon socket wrench (SFMET944) to disassemble the nozzle, clean the nozzle and nozzle socket with an air gun (air compressor), change a new nozzle, and install it. Mark 1 in the below picture is NOZZLE XXH, which is the main nozzle for 20m flame effect. 2 is NOZZLE EL, is the auxiliary nozzle. Please be sure not to mix up the positions of these two nozzles.

Igniter Position Adjustment

Whenever the nozzle or ignition is changed, please check the igniter pole position according to the below parameters. The right position A=2.5-3 mm, B=181mm, C=80.5mm. Check the ignition successful rate after adjustment by firing.

WARNING: Do unplug the power cable when the service flamer.

Maintenance

1. To maintain the machine in good performance and running status, it is recommended to run the device at least once per month.
2. Check the ignition probes both before and after each show, if there is any foreign objects on it please clean them up.
3. Maintenance of the nozzle: The nozzle needs to be cleaned from time to time, and it is recommended that once every six months (depending on the environment and frequency of use). In the process of using the equipment, if the flame shape is seriously deformed or the fuel injection line is significantly deformed or coarsened, the nozzle should be removed immediately for cleaning. If after cleaning, there are still problems please replace new nozzle.
4. Maintenance of the O-ring: If it is found that the O-ring of the nozzle is damaged or aging when cleaning the nozzle, the O-ring should be replaced in time.
5. Flame detector maintenance: Recommended to clean the carbon buildup on the flame detector at least once per month (depending on the use environment and frequency), if the detector is found to be insensitive, clean it immediately.
6. Emptying operation of the fuel tank

WARNING : Please pay attention to the tightening torque of the fuel drain screw. It should not exceed 10N*m, otherwise, the fuel tank will be damaged. This operation is prohibited for non-professionals.

Optional Parts for uFlamer Max

Warranty Instructions

• Sincere thanks for choosing our products, you will receive quality service from us
• The product warranty period is one year. If there are any quality problems within 7 days after shipping out from our factory, we can exchange a brand new model machine for you
• We will offer free-of-charge maintenance service for machines with hardware malfunction (except for the instrument damage caused by human factors) in the warranty period. Please don’t repair the machine without factory’s permission

Below are situations NOT included in warranty service:

• Damage caused by the use of unqualified fuels;
• Damage caused by improper transportation, usage, management, and maintenance, or damage caused by human factors;
• Disassemble, modify, or repair products without permission;
• Damage caused by external reasons (lightning strike, power supply, etc.)
• Damage caused by improper installation or use;

For product damage not included in the warranty range, we can provide paid service. An invoice is necessary when applying for maintenance service from SHOWVEN

• Showven Technologies Co., Ltd.
• Tel: +86-731-83833068
• Web: www.showven.cn
• E-mail: info@showven.cn
• Add: No.1 Tengda Road, Liuyang Economic & Technical Development Zone, Changsha, Hunan, 410300, P.R.China

References

• Founder of Sparkular, Sparkular Machine Maker | Showven

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