Hurricane™ 1600 User Manual Rev1 EN
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1. 5 Overview 5 Dimensions 6 3 Setup 7 AC Power 7 Fuse Replacement 7 Mounting 8 Orientation 8 Rigging 8 4 Operation 9 Control Panel Operation2. 9 Menu Map 9 DMX Linking 9 Configuration DMX 9 DMX Starting Address 9 DMX Channel Assignments and Values 9 1 CH 9 Remote or Manual Operation 10 Wired Timer Controller FC T Setup 10 Wired Timer Controller FC T Operation 10 Optional Wired Manual Remote Control FC M
3. 11 Optional Wireless Remote FC W 11 Fluid Tank Indicator Lights 11 Heater Temperature 11 5 Technical Information 12 Fogger Maintenance 12 Storage 12 6 General Troubleshooting 13 7 Technical Specifications 14 Returns 15 Contact Us 16 HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 3 of 16 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included Hurricane
4. 1600 FC T Timed Remote Control Hanging Bracket with Mounting Hardware Warranty Card Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Instructions Carefully unpack the product immediately and check the container to make sure all the parts are in the package and are in good condition Claims If the box or the contents the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling notify the carrier immediately not Chauvet Failure to report damage to the carrier immediately may invalidate your claim In addition keep the box and contents for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of delivery Text Conventions Convention Meaning 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values Settings A menu option Menu gt Settings A sequence of menu options lt Enter gt A button Symbols Symbol Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Not following these instructions may make the product not work cause damage to the product or cause harm to the operator Important installation or configuration information The product may not function correctly if this information is not used Useful information Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this User Manual are subject to change without notice Chauve
5. User Manual Page 2 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Before You Begin 3 What Is Included 3 Unpacking Instructions 3 Claims 3 Text Conventions 3 Symbols 3 Disclaimer 3 Product at a Glance 4 Safety Notes 4 2 Introduction
6. as necessary After more than 10 attempts contact Customer Service Blue Incorrect fluid Clean thoroughly with CHAUVET FCQ For full instructions see Fogger Maintenance Refill with CHAUVET water based fog fluid Blocked pipes Contact Customer Service Failing part Contact Customer Service Spitting fluid Blue blinking Incorrect fluid Clean thoroughly with CHAUVET FCQ For full instructions see Fogger Maintenance Refill with CHAUVET water based fog fluid Blocked pipes Contact Customer Service Failing part Contact Customer Service Blue Incorrect fluid Clean thoroughly with CHAUVET FCQ For full instructions see Fogger Maintenance Refill with CHAUVET water based fog fluid Blocked pipes Contact Customer Service Failing part Contact Customer Service Normal Blue Normal Normal function Circuit breaker or fuse keeps blowing N A Excessive load on the circuit Make sure that the total load does not exceed the recommended capacity of the breaker or fuse s nominal current Short circuit along the power lines Check the power lines and power cords Product does not power up No energy on power outlet Check power outlet Change to another outlet Loose or damaged power cord Check the power cord Blown fuse Replace blown fuse with a good one of the same type and rating Internal problem Send product for repair Product does not respond to DMX Blue Wrong starting address on t
7. a READY indicator LED 1 Plug in the fog machine to power 2 Plug in the wired manual remote control to the Manual Remote Connector socket on the back of the fog machine See the product Overview 3 Wait for the READY indicator LED to light up indicating the Hurricane 1600 is heated enough to produce fog Also see Fluid Tank Indicator Lights 4 Press and hold the lt FOG gt button on the wired manual remote control 5 Release the lt FOG gt button to stop the fog output FC M Manual Remote Control Overview The Hurricane 1600 unit may start producing fog intermittently to allow for fluid reheating after a period of continuous fog output This is a normal occurrence The duration of manual fog output is based on the capability of the fog machine Optional Wireless Remote FC W The optional FC W wireless remote allows the user to trigger the Hurricane 1600 to produce fog from up to 100 ft away 1 Plug in the fog machine to power 2 Plug the FC W wireless remote receiver into the Wireless Remote Connector on the back of the Hurricane 1600 See the product Overview 3 Allow the Hurricane 1600 six to seven minutes to heat up See Fluid Tank Indicator Lights 4 Press and hold the lt 1 gt lt 2 gt lt 3 gt or lt 4 gt button on the wireless remote Download the FC W User Manual from www chauvetlighting com for more information on addressing the FC W 5 Release the butt
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9. anual Rev 1 Mounting Before mounting the product read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes Orientation This product may NOT be tilted This product should be level when on a surface or when mounted Rigging Before deciding on a location always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and fluid replenishment Make sure that the structure or surface onto which you are mounting the product can support the product s weight see the Technical Specifications When mounting the product overhead always use a safety cable Mount the product securely to a rigging point such as an elevated platform or a truss When rigging the product onto a truss you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity The bracket has 13 mm holes which are appropriate for this purpose The rubber feet also serve as floor supports and allow for surface mounting When mounting the product on the floor make sure that the product and cables are away from people and vehicles Mounting Diagram 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 Bracket Adjustment Knob Nozzle Mounting Bracket Safety Cable works with CH 05 from Chauvet Mounting Clamp such as CLP 15
10. ching button The LED indicator above the button will light up The fog machine outputs fog until the lt CONTINUOUS gt button is pressed again 3 Press the lt CONTINUOUS gt button again to stop the fog output In order for Continuous mode to run uninterrupted without the Hurricane 1600 stopping to reheat set the OUTPUT knob no higher than 6 At Output levels above 6 the fogger will cycle through intermittent bursts of fog during its reheating program The duration of Continuous fog output is based on the capacity of the tank Fluid consumption will be significantly increased during Continuous mode Manual Mode To trigger the Hurricane 1600 manually do the following 1 Set the desired output level with the OUTPUT knob 2 Press and hold the lt MANUAL gt button on the wired timer controller The LED indicator above the button will light up The fog machine will output fog for as long as you hold down the lt MANUAL gt button 3 Release the lt MANUAL gt button to stop the fog output The duration of manual fog at any given Output setting is based on the capability of the fog machine Uninterrupted Continuous Mode at Output 6 HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 11 of 16 Optional Wired Manual Remote Control FC M The optional FC M wired manual remote control allows the user to start and stop the fog output It operates the same as the Manual button on the product with the addition of
11. f a serious operating problem stop using the product immediately Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center This product is not intended for permanent installation 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 breaker or by unplugging it Keep this User Manual for future use If you sell the product to another user be sure to give this document to the next owner 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 fogger HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 5 of 16 2 INTRODUCTION Overview Back Panel View Fuse Holder Manual Remote Connector Power Cord Fluid Level Indicator Manual Fog Button Fog Fluid Tank Wireless Remote Connector Power Switch Display Menu Buttons DMX In DMX Out Page 6 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Dimensions 10 in 253 mm 12 3 in 312 mm 13 7 in 348 mm HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 7 of 16 3 SETUP AC Power This HurricaneTM 1600 ha
12. face linoleum carpet wood paper carton plastic etc The product s nozzle is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time after operation has stopped The fog exits the nozzle at a very high temperature Keep a minimum distance of 6 5 ft 2 m from the nozzle to the nearest object Do not use the product as a space heater Do not drink or come in contact with the fog fluid If you do call your local emergency service 911 in the US for help Do not add perfume alcohol gasoline or any other flammables to the fog fluid Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 To prevent risk of fire or shock do not expose the product to rain or moisture Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked Never connect the product to a dimmer or rheostat Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part Always use the hanging mounting bracket The maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate the product at higher temperatures In the event o
13. he product Set the correct starting address on the product Wrong polarity setting on the DMX controller Change the signal polarity on the controller Loose or damaged DMX cable Check the DMX cable entering the faulty unit Internal problem Send product for repair Intermittent DMX Problems Signal cables are not DMX compatible Replace non DMX cables with true DMX cables Interference with AC or radio signals Keep DMX cables away from AC wires or radio equipment DMX cable too long Use a shorter DMX cable or install an optically coupled DMX amplifier right before the product with intermittent problems Terminator not connected Install a terminator False Sensor Reading Priming Red Air bubbles in fluid line Fill the tank Allow the unit to reach the normal operating temperature and for the blue indicator to light Set the output to the highest level Power cycle the unit 1 2 times until the fluid reaches the sensor The blue tank indicator light stops flashing Fill the tank While the unit is operating pinch the fluid line between your thumb and forefinger and hold for 3 to 5 seconds creating a vacuum in the system Release the pinched portion and allow the fluid to flow naturally Fill the tank While the unit is operating remove but do not disconnect the fluid tank and tilt the machine at a 45 angle Red Empty fluid tank Refill tank with the correct CHAUVET water based fog fluid If you still experience pr
14. n the unit in a well ventilated area until the tank is almost empty Do not allow the pump to run dry 6 Refill with fogger fluid to continue using the fogger Run the machine briefly to clear any remaining cleaning solution from the pump and heater Do Not operate the machine without fluid at any time Fog Cleaner Quart FCQ 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 Storage Before storing the fogger run FCQ through the system as described in the cleaning procedure above however only follow steps 1 through 5 Do not refill the tank with fog fluid if storing the fogger Cleaning the system prior to storage will help prevent any particles from condensing inside the pump or heater while not in use Test run your Hurricane 1600 on a monthly basis to achieve the best performance HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 13 of 16 6 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Indicator Status Possible Cause Possible Action No output or short output Red Heater warming up Allow the product to warm up completely This should take less than 10 minutes Red flashing Air bubble in fluid line Allow the product to warm up completely Turn fog machine 45 to flatten out the bubble and allow the fog fluid to flow properly Turn off the product for 5 seconds and then turn it back on Repeat
15. oblems after trying the solutions presented here contact Chauvet Technical Support Page 14 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Weight Length Width Height Weight 13 7 in 348 mm 12 3 in 312 mm 10 in 253 mm 13 2 lb 6 kg Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Model specific 120 VAC 60 Hz or 230 VAC 50 Hz Fixed Parameter 120 V 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz Consumption 1 580 W 1 580 W Operating current 12 8 A 6 8 A Fuse F 13 A 250 V F 8 A 250 V Power I O US Worldwide UK Europe Power input connector Hard wired Hard wired Power Cord plug Edison US Local plug Operation Heat up Time Tank Capacity Fluid Consumption 4 min 0 63 gal 2 4 l 120 ml min Fog Output Output 25 000 cfm Thermal Maximum External Temp Cooling System 104 F 40 C Convection Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number HurricaneTM 1600 120 V 09071019 781462213671 HurricaneTM 1600 230 V 09071021 781462213695 HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 15 of 16 RETURNS In case you need to get support or return a product If you are located in the U S contact Chauvet World Headquarters If you are located in the UK or Ireland contact Chauvet Europe Ltd If you are located in Mexico contact Chauvet Mexico If you are loca
16. on to stop the fog output FC W Wireless Remote Overview Ensure the FC W has an unobstructed view of the receiver for maximum performance The lt 2 gt lt 3 gt and lt 4 gt buttons are reserved for future use Fluid Tank Indicator Lights The Hurricane 1600 has indicator LEDs that light up the fluid tank to indicate the status of the product as follows Red The heater is currently warming up Flashing Red The heater is currently warming up and no fluid is detected Blue The heater is ready to produce fog Flashing Blue The heater is ready to produce fog and no fluid is detected Heater Temperature To view the current heater temperature follow the instructions below Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until Ht shows on the display Press lt ENTER gt and Hxxx the current heater temperature will show on the display Page 12 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Fogger Maintenance Do not allow the fogger to become clogged After every 40 hours of continuous operation use CHAUVET Fog Cleaner Quart FCQ through the system to prevent the accumulation of particulate matter in the heating element The recommended cleaning procedure is as follows 1 Unplug the product from power 2 Empty all fog fluid from the machine 3 Add cleaning solution to the tank 4 Connect the product to power and allow it to warm up 5 Ru
17. or CLP 15N clamp from Chauvet HurricaneTM 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Page 9 of 16 4 OPERATION Control Panel Operation To access the control panel functions use the four buttons located underneath the display Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control panel Button Function lt MENU gt Press to exit from the current menu or function lt UP gt Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value lt DOWN gt Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value lt ENTER gt Press to activate a menu option or a selected value Menu Map Mode Programming Steps Description DMX Mode Addr A 1 A512 Sets DMX starting address Temperature Ht Hxxx Displays current heater temperature DMX Linking The Hurricane 1600 works with a DMX controller Information about DMX is in the CHAUVET DMX Primer which is available from the Chauvet website http www chauvetlighting com downloads DMX_Primer_rev05_WO pdf Configuration DMX Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller 1 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet and turn the power switch to on 2 Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product DMX Starting Address When selecting a starting DMX address always consider the number of DMX channels the selected DMX mode uses If you choose a star
18. ouble boxing are recommended Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s Page 16 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 CONTACT US WORLD HEADQUARTERS Chauvet General Information Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Sunrise FL 33351 Voice 954 577 4455 Fax 954 929 5560 Toll free 800 762 1084 Technical Support Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Fax 954 756 8015 Email tech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND Chauvet Europe Ltd General Information Address Unit 1C Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton Nottingham UK NG16 6NT Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 Technical Support Email uktech chauvetlighting com World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk MEXICO Chauvet Mexico General Information Address Av Santa Ana 30 Parque Industrial Lerma Lerma Mexico C P 52000 Voice 52 728 285 5000 Technical Support Email servicio chauvet com mx World Wide Web www chauvet com mx CHAUVET EUROPE Chauvet Europe BVBA General Information Address Stokstraat 18 9770 Kruishoutem Belgium Voice 32 9 388 93 97 Technical Support Email Eutech chauvetlighting eu World Wide Web www chauvetlighting eu Outside the U S United Kingdom Ireland Mexico or Benelux contact your dealer Follow their instructions to request support or to return
19. rval output and duration times while manual and continuous buttons allow overriding control 1 Plug in the fog machine to power 2 Plug in the wired timer controller to the Manual Remote Connector socket on the back of the fog machine See the product Overview 3 Allow the Hurricane 1600 six to seven minutes to heat up before continuing See Fluid Tank Indicator Lights FC T Wired Timer Controller Overview Wired Timer Controller FC T Operation The FC T wired timer controller has three modes of operation timer continuous and manual Timer Mode To trigger the Hurricane 1600 with the timer function follow the instructions below 1 Set the desired output level with the OUTPUT knob 2 Set the INTERVAL and DURATION knobs to the desired positions The INTERVAL knob sets the amount of time in between bursts of fog The DURATION knob sets the length of time that the fog machine will run during the burst 3 Press the lt TIMER ON OFF gt latching button The LED indicator above the button will light up The timer will now run as set by the INTERVAL DURATION and OUTPUT knobs 4 Press the lt TIMER ON OFF gt button again to turn off the timer The lt MANUAL gt button will override the timer Continuous Mode To trigger the Hurricane 1600 to continuously cycle fog follow the instructions below 1 Set the desired output level with the OUTPUT knob 2 Press the lt CONTINUOUS gt lat
20. s 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 determine the product s power requirements circuit breaker power outlet and wiring use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product s back panel or refer to the product s specifications chart The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the product to a protected circuit circuit breaker or fuse Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch Fuse Replacement 1 Disconnect the product from power 2 Twist the fuse holder cap counterclockwise to loosen the fuse holder and pull straight out 3 Remove the blown fuse 4 Replace with a fuse of the same type and rating 5 Screw the fuse holder cap back in place and reconnect power Disconnect the product from power before replacing the fuse Always replace a blown fuse with another of the same type and rating Page 8 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User M
21. t assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions and reserves the right to revise or recreate this manual at any time Download the latest version from www chauvetlighting com Copyright 2015 Chauvet All rights reserved Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America Author Date Editor Date R Isenstadt 07 13 15 M Trouard 07 13 15 Page 4 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Product at a Glance Use on Dimmer x Auto Programs x Outdoor Use x Fixed voltage 120 V or 230 V P Sound Activated x Replaceable Fuse P DMX P User Serviceable x Master Slave x Duty Cycle x Safety Notes These notes include important information about the mounting usage and maintenance of this product read before using the product Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning or replacing the fuse Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the product from power by pulling or tugging on the cord If mounting the product overhead always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot Do not mount the product on a flammable sur
22. ted in Benelux contact Chauvet Europe BVBA If you are located in any other country DO NOT contact Chauvet Instead contact your local distributor See www chauvetlighting com for distributors outside the U S UK Ireland Mexico or Benelux If you are located outside the U S UK Ireland Mexico or Benelux contact your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet products to them Visit our website www chauvetlighting com for contact details Call the corresponding Chauvet Technical Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return Send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories Chauvet will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label DO NOT write the RMA number directly on the box Before sending the product clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number RMA number A brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging will be your responsibility FedEx packing or d
23. ting address that is too high you could restrict the access to some of the product s channels The Hurricane 1600 uses 1 DMX channel which defines the highest configurable address as 512 If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol download the DMX Primer from www chauvetlighting com To select the starting address do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until Addr shows on the display 2 Press lt ENTER gt and A 1 A512 will show on the display 3 Use lt UP gt or lt DOWN gt to select the starting address 4 Press lt ENTER gt DMX Channel Assignments and Values 1 CH Channel Function Value Percent Setting 1 Fog Output 000005 No function 006255 0 100 Note Fog output is variable depending on the status of the heater and environment Page 10 of 16 Hurricane 1600 User Manual Rev 1 Remote or Manual Operation The Hurricane 1600 can be operated manually or with the included wired timer controller FC T The Manual button is located on the rear of the unit See the product Overview Additionally the product can be operated with the FC M manual wired remote or the FC W wireless remote available separately Wired Timer Controller FC T Setup The FC T wired timer controller allows you to automatically trigger fog output by setting output interval time and duration time LED indicator lights display the machine and controller s current state Rotary knobs set inte
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