Hurricane 1600 - Effect machine Chauvet - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Hurricane 1600 Chauvet

About This Guide The Hurricane™ 1600 Quick Reference Guide (QRG) contains the product’s connection, mounting, and operation information. Download the User Manual from www.chauvetlighting.com for more details. Disclaimer

The information and specifications contained in this QRG are subject to change without notice. Safety Notes

These Safety Notes include important information about installation, use, and maintenance.

• 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/haze 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.

• 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 the same type and rating.

• ONLY use the carry handle or hanging/mounting bracket 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™ 1600 QRG EN

Contact Outside the U.S., United Kingdom, Ireland, Mexico, or Benelux, contact your dis tributor to request support or return a product. Visit www.chauvetlighting.com for contact information. What is Included

FC-T Timed Remote Control

Quick Reference Guide To Begin Unpack your Hurricane™ 1600 and make sure you have received all parts in good condition. If the box or contents appear damaged, notify the carrier immediately, not Chauvet. Remote or Manual Operation

The Hurricane™ 1600 can be operated manually, or with the included timer remote control . Two other remote controls are also available as options: a manual wired remote (FC-M) and a wireless remote (FC-W) . Details can be found in the User Manual, available at www.chauvetlighting.com. Description The Hurricane™ 1600 is a lightweight, high output fog machine that creates a smoky atmosphere to enhance any light show.

Fluid Tank Indicator Lights Indicator LEDs show the status of the fill tank, as follows:

• Red - the heater is currently warming up

• Flashing Red - the heater is currently warming up and requires refilling

• Blue - the hazer is ready

• Flashing Blue - the heater is warmed but the fluid tank requires refilling 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.

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

1. Disconnect the product from power.

2. Twist the fuse holder cap counterclockwise to loosen the fuse holder and

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.

FCQ (Fog Cleaner Quart) was specifically developed by Chauvet to clean your Hurricane™ 1600. Make sure you use FCQ regularly , no longer than 90 days between cleanings, to increase the life of your product.Hurricane™ 1600 QRG EN

Mounting Before mounting this product, read the Safety Notes. Product

This product may NOT be tilted. This product should be level when on a surface or when mounted.

While operating the Hurricane™ 1600, 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™ 1600. Control Panel Description 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

Safety Cable (works with CH-05 from Chauvet) Bracket Adjustment Knob

Nozzle Mounting Bracket Mounting Clamp (such as CLP-15 or CLP-15N clamp from Chauvet)Hurricane™ 1600 QRG EN

Hxxx Displays product current temperature

DMX Linking The Hurricane™ 1600 can work with a DMX controller when linked by DMX serial connections. 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.chauvetlighting.com. Starting Address To ensure full access to all channels in each DMX mode, the highest recommended DMX address is 512. FC-T Remote The FC-T wired timer controller allows you to automatically trigger fog 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.chauvetlighting.com. FC- T Remote Overview

• The duration of Continuous fog output is based on the capacity of the fluid tank and the position of the OUTPUT knob.

• The duration of Manual fog (the default MAX output) is based on the capability of the fog machine. (See the product's User Manual for specifications)

• Fluid consumption will be significantly increased during Continuous Output mode.

• MAXIMUM Continuous Output setting recommended is 6. All levels above 6, the fogger will cycle itself with intermittent bursts of fog during reheat program. DMX Values 1-CH

Max Continuous Fog at Output 6Hurricane™ 1600 GRR ES

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