EcoHazer User Manual
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1. EcoHazer User Manual Version 1 March 2015 Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Contents A A ee II IA 3 Operational GUIANA ad 4 ALTO MUS ARA a ee ee ee 5 DIMENSIONS nennen 6 PFOQUCLOVERVIEW essentiellen 7 PFOQUERDESCHPE ON a einen 7 Features pitt td a ia 7 SIO i eit OR ee ee 7 OPE OM a De D tn OU in ee 8 Getting Start ae haute a alta dre te re 8 CONTO ME A end ee 8 Manta Opera AAA A nee 9 DUO Be rALIONE RE nt ie donc ue D tte er tates 9 Settinse DMX Address as erachtet 9 DMX CON ER E 9 OUTPUL DIFE CONTI 9 SED EEE ae re em 10 PY AMINE TH Ze emere A ts Aeawt 10 SU DOIS Re Se E en eine 10 Maintenance ers ina en NS nn 10 External Fla Eller 10 ls ee ee 11 CONTACT Details ua nani 12 UK TP D esse 12 USA A A EEE ee 12 War A E 13 Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Safety Information This information should be read and thoroughly understood before use of the EcoHazer It is the responsibility of the user to be fully aware of all potential consequences and actions when using this machine The machine should only be operated by or under the instruction of trained personnel The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for events occurring due to use of this machine by unqualified or untrained personnel Warning All directions in the manual should be read thoroughly and completely understood before any attempt to use the machine Any maintenance of the machine should only be carried out by the manufacturer o2. and referred to Le Maitre for servicing and repair Connect a bottle of Le Maitre hazer fluid to the machine by inserting the fluid feed pipe into the fluid bottle and securing the cap on the feed pipe to the bottle Connect the machine to a suitable power supply using the supplied lead Please note The blue Powercon must only ever be used as a mains input and the white Powercon must only ever be used as a mains through output Please note Electrically the EcoHazer s fuse and power switch are located after the mains through socket This means the mains through socket will always be live while the EcoHazer is connected to a live mains supply even if the unit is switched off or the fuse has blown Set the power switch on the machine to the ON position The machine will begin a brief heating cycle During this time PrE HEAt will scroll across the display The heating cycle will last for approximately 5 minutes When PrE HEAt is no longer displayed the unit is ready for use Control Panel To Set DMX Address On Startup centre FAN control HAZE ON STATUS When address is displayed use FAN DMX control to increase decrease address 7 Centre FAN control to Store address MANUAL OUTPUT FAN ADDRESS Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Manual Operation The EcoHazer is operated through 2 rotary controls and a 2 position switch The switch turns the haze on off and the rotary controls set th
3. the DMX signal and switch into DMX mode The bottom bar of the first display segment will light up and the top bar will turn off indicating a valid signal is being received The stored DMX channel can now be used to control the haze output The immediately subsequent channel can be used to control the fan speed Output Direction The EcoHazer s haze output can be manually set from 0 90 through the built in fan guide The direction can simply be set through adjusting the silver knob on the side of the unit above the fan intake Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Set Up Priming the EcoHazer The EcoHazer will automatically self prime This process may take 5 10 minutes if there is no fluid in the uptake pipe If the unit must be primed more rapidly turn the haze switch on Rotate the haze control from O to 1 repeatedly to trigger the pump O Warning Over priming the unit may result in an excess of fluid in the heat exchanger This can cause hot fluid to spit from the unit It is recommended that the EcoHazer is left to self prime when necessary Shut Down To ensure the continued performance of the heat exchanger turn haze off three minutes before turning off power This will allow the unit to purge excess fluid from the heat exchanger Warning Failure to follow correct shut down procedure may result in the unit spitting hot fluid when it is next powered on and adversely affect the performance of the heat excha
4. Manual Product Overview Product Description The EcoHazer is an incredibly efficient and environmentally friendly hazer from Le Maitre Ltd Developed from innovations made in the design of the Le Maitre HazeMaster the EcoHazer is the ideal compact hazer for clubs and small theatre spaces A power consumption of just 150W in normal operation makes it the perfect companion to low power LED lighting rigs Le Maitre s high concentration haze fluid creates a very fine atmospheric haze with excellent hang time In addition the sugar based active ingredient is completely safe and environmentally neutral Details of the full range of Le Maitre products are available online at www lemaitreltd com and www lemaitreusa com Features e High efficiency low power consumption e Intuitive manual control system e Intelligent DMX detection e Fully variable haze output and fan speed e Haze output direction is manually variable from 0 90 e High efficiency self regulating ceramic heating element e Uses the unique Le Maitre PureHaze fluid Specification US 120VAC 60Hz 150W hna e us 6 3AT Fluid ee o o 2 51 internal bottle holder CA Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Operation Getting Started Remove the machine from all packaging and place on a flat stable surface Prior to use the EcoHazer should be inspected for damage If the unit is found to be damaged it should be removed from service immediately
5. e haze output level and the fan speed In manual mode the top bar of the first display segment will be lit When haze is turned on the centre bar of the first display segment will light Haze output and fan speed can be adjusted from 0 9 with the appropriate rotary control Please note When haze is switched on it may take up to 45 seconds for haze output to begin as fluid passes through the heat exchanger This is normal behaviour for the EcoHazer DMX Operation The EcoHazer can be operated through DMX 512 2 channels are required haze output and fan speed The EcoHazer will switch to DMX mode automatically when a valid DMX signal is received Setting DMX Address DMX address is set at power on First the FAN ADDRESS control must be set to the centre Now turn the EcoHazer power on A few moments after the EcoHazer is switched on Add will flash on the display followed by the current address While the address is displayed it can be adjusted with the FAN ADDRESS control Setting the control clockwise from centre will set the address increasing Setting the control anti clockwise from centre will set the address decreasing When the desired address value is reached turn the FAN ADDRESS control back to centre The address will be stored DMX Control To control the EcoHazer by DMX plug a DMX cable into the DMX IN socket on the EcoHazer and then turn on the DMX desk controller The EcoHazer will automatically detect
6. nger Maintenance Please note The maintenance procedures described in this section should only be performed by qualified personnel The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for events occurring due to incorrect maintenance of this machine Please note All the procedures described in this section should be performed after the unit has cooled with the unit isolated from any power supply External Fluid Filter This unit fits externally in the fluid supply line and will normally not require any attention However it is possible for the filter to become clogged with debris If this occurs the performance of the EcoHazer will be reduced Should this occur detach the filter and wash in warm soapy water flush with clean water and re attach to the silicon supply tubing 10 Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Heat Exchanger It is recommended that the heat exchanger is inspected every 100 hours of operation The heat exchanger can be accessed by removing the service panel above the fan It is held in place by 2 screws If a drop in performance is encountered or an excess of residue or debris is present around the haze output tube a syringe can be used to clear any residue from inside the system The syringe should be fitted over the output tube with a rubber tube adapter and suction should be used to draw any debris from the heat exchanger Note for service technicians The EcoHazer heat exchanger is based on Le Mai
7. r after the manufacturer s strict approval Should there be any doubt as to the safety of operation of the machine under any circumstances the machine should be taken out of service immediately Users should make themselves aware of any national or local restrictions to the use of these types of machines in applications involving public venues or areas Take note of all warning labels displayed on the machine Ensure the correct supply voltage is used with this machine The voltage setting is displayed on the rear panel of the machine The machine should be electrically earthed and should never be connected to an unsafe supply The machine should not be connected to a noisy or spike laden power supply Exit nozzles will be very hot and capable of causing burns Do not touch or obstruct these nozzles Under adverse conditions small particles of hot fluid could issue close to the machine Never aim at persons and maintain a 3m safety clearance Spilled fluid or splashed fluid droplets can be a slip hazard Comply with regulations when clearing or disposing of fluid Take note of any warning advice notices displayed on fluid containers Do not operate the machine with any covers removed Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Operational Guidance O Warning Operating this machine under adverse conditions may reduce the machine s lifespan and adversely affect the haze produced Unsuitable conditions include Exce
8. ssive temperature Excessive moisture or humidity Excessive vibrations Unstable surfaces Excessive dust and or dirt Poor ventilation Flammable surroundings O Warning Do not allow the ventilation holes at the rear of the machine to be covered or obstructed Warning Do not allow the fan inlet holes on the side of the machine to be covered Allow enough air space for these fans to operate effectively Le Maitre Ltd Fluid Use EcoHazer User Manual Please note The fluid used with the EcoHazer hazer is not like any other fluid typically used in smoke or haze machines It is a high concentration fluid which other manufacturers machines are unable to process without incurring damage O Warning Do not attempt to water down the haze fluid This will lead to inefficient conversion and produce hot fluid particle emission Warning Use Only Le Maitre Ltd PureHaze Fluid UK Product code 2948 PureHaze Fluid 4 x 2 51 Product code 2908 PureHaze Fluid 4 x 5I Product code 2916 PureHaze Fluid 2001 USA Product code Product code Product code Product code Product code Product code 2908D PureHaze Fluid 2041 2908L PureHaze Fluid 201 2908M PureHaze Fluid 1 x 4l 29085 PureHaze Fluid 1 x 21 2908MC PureHaze Fluid 4 x 41 2908SC PureHaze Fluid 4 x 21 Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Dimensions All dimensions are in millimetres Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User
9. tre s patented flat tube technology and incorporates individual tube sections connected by special high temperature tubing This tubing can be removed to clean the individual sections should this ever be required A spare set of connection tubes will be found inside the machine Warning To ensure optimal heat transfer the haze output tube is thin walled aluminium Care must be taken not to bend or damage the tube during the cleaning process 11 Le Maitre Ltd Contact Details UK Le Maitre Ltd 6 Forval Close Wandle Way Mitcham Surrey CR4 4NE England Tel 44 0 20 8646 2222 Fax 44 0 20 8646 1955 Email info lemaitreltd com USA Le Maitre USA LLC Mailing Address PO Box 365077 Las Vegas NV 89036 USA Shipping Address 13975 Grand Valley Parkway Las Vegas NV 89165 USA Tel 1 702 843 5080 Fax 1 702 843 5070 Email info lemaitreusa com EcoHazer User Manual 12 Le Maitre Ltd EcoHazer User Manual Warranty The Le Maitre EcoHazer is sold with a one year s warranty which includes parts and labour from the date of purchase This warranty covers manufacturing defects providing that the unit has been regularly serviced by an authorized agent and has only used genuine Le Maitre Fluid Le Maitre Ltd considers all of its products to be safe for use in the application it was intended Le Maitre Ltd takes no responsibility for misuse or incorrect use Always refer to the equipment o
10. wner s manual for proper use and be aware of local legislation governing the products use 13
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