VDL400SM - Effect machine HQ Power - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VDL400SM HQ Power

Black HQ power spray device with control panel and external wiring (no visible text or symbols on main body)

USER MANUAL 3

GEBRUI KERSHAN D LEIDING 6

NOTICE D'EMPLOI 9

MANUAL DEL USUÁRIO 12

To all residents of the European Union

Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its life cycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialised company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for buying the VDL400SM! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. Make sure that the device was not damaged in transit. If the device is damaged, contact your dealer and postpone installation of this device.

2. Safety Instructions

Be very careful during the installation: touching live wires can cause life-threatening electroshocks.

Do not touch the device during operation as the housing heats up.

Keep this device away from rain and moisture.

Unplug the mains lead before opening the housing.

• Dam age caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and
  the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• A qualified technician should install and service this device.
• Do not switch the device on immediately after it has been exposed to changes in temperature. Protect the device against damage by leaving it switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• This device falls under protection class I. It is therefore essential that the device be earthed. Have a qualified person carry out the electric connection.
• Make sure that the available voltage does not exceed the voltage stated in the specifications of this manual.
• Do not crimp the power cord and protect it against damage. Have an authorised dealer replace it when damaged.
• Disc connect the device from the mains to clean it or when it is not in use. Handle the power cord by the plug only.
• Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device are not covered by the warranty.
• Kee p the device away from children and unauthorised users.
• Do not aim the device at anyone.
• Use adapted smoke liquid only and don't pour hot liquid into the tank.
• Make sure there is always enough liquid in the tank to keep the device from overheating.

3. General Guidelines

• This device is designed for professional use on stage, in discos, theatres, etc. The VDL400SM should only be used indoors with an alternating current off max. 230VAC/50Hz.
• Smo ke machines are not designed for permanent operation: regular operation breaks will prolong their lives.
• Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
• Select a location where the device is protected against extreme heat, dust and moisture. Ensure a minimum distance of 0.5m between the device and any nearby surface or passer-by.
• Use an appropriate safety cable to fix the device (e.g. VDLSC7 or VDLSC8) when mounted overhead.
• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it. Do not allow operat on by unqualified people. Any damage that may occur will most probably be due to unprofessional use of the device.

VDL400SM

• Use the original packaging if the device is to be transported.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.
- Only use the device for its intended purpose. Other uses may lead to short circuits, burns, electroshocks etc. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.

4. Description

Refer to the illustrations on page 2.

1	nozzle 5 controller input
2	mounting bracket 6 fuse holde
3	liquid tank with screw cap
4	controller
	4a	smoke generation button
	4b	indicator light

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7	power ON/OFF switch
	8 power cord
9	feeder tube
10	liquid level window

5. Installation

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

a) Smoke Liquid

• Unplug the device [8] before filling the tank [3].
- Only use non-inflammable water-based smoke fluid without oil or grease, such as VDLSL1 (1 litre), VDLSL5 (5 litres), or VDLSL5H (5 litres high density smoke liquid).
• Non-recommended smoke liquid may damage the machine and void the warranty.
1. Unplug the device from the mains [8].
2. Unscrew the cap from the tank [3].
3. Carefully pour smoke liquid into the tank (do not overfill it!!).
4. Close the screw cap firmly.
5. Gently slide the feeder tube [9] into the reservoir until the tip touches the bottom.

Remark: Do not operate the device when the tank [3] is open.

b) Fuse

• Only fit or replace a fuse when the device is unplugged from the mains.
• Replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rating (see "8. Technical Specifications"):
• Unplug the device from the mains [8].
• Unscrew the fuse holder [6] at the back with an appropriate screwdriver.
• Remove the old fuse and install a new one.
• Replace the fuse holder [6] and fasten it with the screwdriver.

c) Mounting the device

Note: when mounting the device under an angle, do not fill the tank [3] completely to avoid spilling liquid from the tank into the machine.

• Have the device installed by a qualified person, respecting EN 60598-2-17 and all other applicable norms.
• The construction to which the device is attached should be able to support 10 times the weight of the device for one hour without deformation.
• The installation must always be secured with a secondary attachment e.g. a safety cable (e.g. VDLSC7 or VDLSC8).
• Never stand directly below the device when it is being mounted, removed or serviced. Have a qualified technician check the device once a year and once before you bring it into service.
  • Install the device in a location with few passers-by that is inaccessible to unauthorised persons.
• Overhead mounting requires extensive experience: calculating workload limits, determining the installation material to be used... Have the material and the device itself checked regularly. Do not attempt to install the device yourself if you lack these qualifications as improper installation may result in injuries.
  • Make sure there is no flammable material within a 50cm radius of the device.
  • Have a qualified electrician carry out the electric connection.
• Connect the device to the mains with the power plug [6]. Don't connect it to a dimming pack.
• The installation has to be approved by an expert before the device is taken into service.

6. Use

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

• Connect the device to the mains [6] and flick the power switch [7] at the back of the device to ON. After the warm-up time (approx. 4 minutes) the device is ready for use. The red indicator light [4b] is now lit.
• Activate/deactivate the smoke output with the push button [4a].
• It may happen that the standby lamp on the controller [4] is off and the smoke emission stops, even while you are holding the button. In this case the device is warming up again and will be ready to resume operation in a few minutes' time. This process guarantees an appropriate vaporisation temperature and the best smoke emission possible.

7. Cleaning and Maintenance

1. All screws should be tightened and free of corrosion.
2. Mechanically moving parts must not show any signs of wear and tear.
3. The electric power supply cables must not show any damage. Have a qualified technician maintain the device.
4. Disconnect the device from the mains prior to maintenance activities.
5. Wipe the device regularly with a moist, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
6. There are no user-serviceable parts, apart from the fuse (see "5. Installation").
7. Contact your dealer for spare parts if necessary.
8. Clean the heating element after every 30 hours of use with a special cleaning liquid available from your dealer. Fill the tank with the cleaning liquid and let the machine run for a while. When the device is cleaned, remove the remaining cleaning liquid and rinse the tank thoroughly with distilled water. Never use regular water for cleaning or rinsing!

8. Technical Specifications

power supply max. 230Vac/50Hz
power consumption max. 400W
fuse F 3A, 250VAC (5 x 20mm) (order smoke output 70m^3/min	code FF3N)
warm-up time approx. 4 minutes
tank capacity 0.3 litres
dimensions 230 x 110 x 110mm (without bracket)
weight	1.6kg

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulted from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.hqpower.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

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Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty

Velleman ^® has over 35 years of experience in the electronics world and distributes its products in more than 85 countries.

All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

- All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.

- Velleman can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion.

You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

- Not covered by warranty:

- all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity...), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits;

- frequently replaced consumable goods, parts or accessories such as batteries, lamps, rubber parts, drive belts... (unlimited list);

- flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc.;

- flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer's instructions;

- damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally);

- damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article;

- all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman ^® .

- Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman ^ dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.

- Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.

- Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.

- The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties.

The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article's manual).

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