Hurricane 1800 Flex - Effect machine Chauvet - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Hurricane 1800 Flex Chauvet

Hurricane 1800 Flex QRG Rev. 1 About This Guide The Hurricane 1800 Flex Quick Reference Guide (QRG) has basic product information such as mounting, menu options, and DMX values. Download the User Manual from www.chauvetdj.com for more details. Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this QRG are subject to change without notice. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WARRANTY REGISTRATION AND COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE. For Customers in the United States and Mexico: www.chauvetlighting.com/warranty-registration

For Customers in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, and Germany: www.chauvetlighting.eu/warranty-registration

Chauvet warrants that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, for the period specified in, and subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in the full limited warranty on our website. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable. To exercise rights under this warranty, you must provide proof of purchase in the form of an original sales receipt from an authorized dealer that shows the product name and date of purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state and country to country. This warranty is valid only in the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France, Germany and Mexico. For warranty terms in other countries, please consult your local distributor. Safety Notes These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance. Contact Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, or Mexico, contact your distributor to request support or return a product. Refer to Contact Us at the end of this QRG for contact information. What is Included To Begin Unpack your Hurricane 1800 Flex and make sure you have received all parts in good condition. If the box or contents appear damaged, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet.

• This product is not intended for permanent installation.

• ONLY connect this product to a grounded and protected circuit.

• Always disconnect from power before cleaning or replacing the fuse.

• Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.

• Never disconnect this product from power by pulling on the cord.

• DO NOT touch this product when it is operating because it may be hot.

• Do not set this product on a flammable surface (linoleum, carpet, wood, paper, carton, plastic, etc.).

• Do not touch the output nozzle on this product. It is very hot during operation and it may remain hot for several hours after turning the unit off.

• Depending on the amount of fog generated, all fog machines may set off smoke detectors.

• The voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting this product must be within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.

• This product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

• Always mount this product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent surfaces.

• Be sure that no ventilation slots on the unit’s housing are blocked.

• Never connect this product to a dimmer or rheostat.

• Replace the fuse with one of the same type and rating.

• ONLY use the hanging/mounting bracket or handles to carry this product.

• The maximum ambient temperature is 104 °F (40 °C). Do not operate this product at higher temperatures.

• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using immediately.

• DO NOT open this product. It contains no user-serviceable parts.

• Do not use for space heating purposes.

• Use only CHAUVET water-based fog fluid.

• Drain the tank before transporting or storing the product.

• To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via the breaker or by unplugging it.

Hurricane 1800 Flex QRG Rev. 1

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

AC Power This product has a fixed voltage power supply and it can work with an input voltage of either 120 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz, depending on the specific model. Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Using a flat-head screwdriver, unscrew the fuse holder and pull straight out.

3. Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating.

4. Re-insert the fuse holder and reconnect power.

Mounting Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Mounting Diagram To eliminate wear and improve its lifespan, during periods of non-use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it. The fluid tank of this product may NOT be tilted. The fluid tank should be level when on a surface or when mounted. While operating the Hurricane 1800 Flex, make sure there is adequate fog fluid in the machine to prevent pump and heater damage. When the fog fluid level becomes low, simply add more fog fluid to continue using the Hurricane 1800 Flex. FCQ (Fog Cleaner Quart) was specifically developed by Chauvet to clean your Hurricane 1800 Flex. Make sure you use FCQ regularly, no longer than 90 days between cleanings, to increase the life of your product. Safety Cable (such as CH-05 from Chauvet) Mounting Clamp (such as CLP-10 from Chauvet) Carry Handle (x2) Bracket Adjustment Knob (x2) Feet for Floor Mounting (x8) Nozzle Adjustment Knob (x2) Mounting Bracket3

Hurricane 1800 Flex QRG Rev. 1 Control Panel Description Menu Map Auto Cut-Off Auto cut-off will automatically stop fog output when the fluid tank is empty. Add more fog fluid to continue using the product. FC-T Timer Remote Control The FC-T timer remote control allows you to automatically trigger haze output by setting interval, continuous, or duration time. LED indicator lights display the machine and controller’s current state. Rotary knobs set interval, output, and duration times, while manual and continuous buttons allow overriding control. For more information, download the user manual from the Chauvet website www.chauvetdj.com

FC-T Overview DMX Linking The Hurricane 1800 Flex can work with a DMX controller. Instructions for connecting and configuring this product for DMX operation are in the User Manual. If you are not familiar with DMX, download the DMX Primer from www.chauvetdj.com

Starting Address To ensure full access to all channels available in each DMX mode, the highest recommended DMX address is 512. DMX Values Button Function <MENU> Exits from the current menu or function <UP> Navigates upwards through the menu list and increases the numeric value when in a function <DOWN> Navigates downwards through the menu list and decreases the numeric value when in a function <ENTER> Enables the currently displayed menu or sets the currently selected value into the selected function <MANUAL> Triggers fog output while held Mode Programming Levels Description Address Addr d 1–512 Selects the DMX starting address Auto Cut-Off orL

Enables/disables auto cut-off oFF The Hurricane 1800 Flex operates according to the following priority control levels:

1. A DMX controller will take priority over both the manual button and the FC-T.

2. The manual button will take priority over the FC-T.

3. The FC-T has the lowest priority control level.

Channel Function Value Percent/Setting 1 Fog Output 000 005 No function 006 255 0–100% INTERVAL - Sets amount of time between outputs of haze in Timer mode. DURATION - Sets duration of outputs of haze in Timer mode. OUTPUT - Sets volume of haze output. TIMER ON/OFF - Activates Timer mode. CONTINUOUS - Activates Continuous Output mode. MANUAL - Triggers haze output while held. Fluid consumption will be significantly increased during Continuous Output mode.ES

Hurricane 1800 Flex GRR Rev. 1

Hurricane 1800 Flex GRR Rev. 1