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User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................... 3 What Is Included ......................................................................................................... 3 Unpacking Instructions ................................................................................................ 3 Claims ....................................................................................................
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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is Included 1 x Hurricane™ 1300 1 x FC-T wired timer remote 1 x Warranty Card 1 x User Manual Unpacking Instructions Immediately upon receiving a fixture, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save th
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Safety Instructions Please read the following notes carefully because they include important safety information about the installation, usage, and maintenance of this product. Please keep this User Guide for future consultation. If you sell the unit to another user, be sure that they also receive this instruction booklet. Always make sure that you are connecting to the proper voltage, and that the line voltage you are connecting to is not higher than that stated on the decal or
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2. INTRODUCTION Product Overview Hanging bracket Safety eyebolt Fluid container Handle Tilt Heater Adjustment Nozzle knob Low Fluid indicator Manual Fluid level controller Power indicator switch Fuse holder Power input (hardwired) Manual Fog Wireless button Controller Hurricane™ 1300 User Manual 5 August 2011
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Product Dimensions 317 mm / 12.5 in 425 mm / 16.7 in Hurricane™ 1300 User Manual 6 August 2011 306 mm / 12 in
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3. SETUP AC Power To determine the power requirements for a particular fixture, see the label affixed to the back plate of the fixture or refer to the fixture’s specifications chart. A fixture’s listed current rating is its average current draw under normal conditions. All fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit and cannot be run off a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit, even if the rheostat or dimmer channel is used solely for a 0% to 100% switch. Before ap
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Mounting Orientation This fixture should only be mounted/used on a flat surface. This fixture may not be tilted. Rigging It is important never to obstruct the vents pathways. Mount the fixture using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. When selecting installation location, take into consideration the fluid reservoir access and routine maintenance. Safety cables must always be used, utilizing the provided safety eye bolt. Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Manual Remote Operation (FC-M) (Optional) 1. Plug in the fog machine to power and turn the power switch to the fixture on. 2. Plug in the wired manual remote to the Manual Controller socket on the rear of the fog machine. 3. Press the single button located on the remote to trigger the fog output. The button is momentary, which means that the fog machine will only output while the button is pressed. Once the button is released, the fog will stop outputting.
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Wireless Controller (FC-W) (Optional) This mode will allow you to control the fogger using the optional wireless controller. This consists of the transmitter and the receiver. You may control up to 4 independent fog machines or many more if you run them simultaneously. See the below instructions on setting up your fogger to operate with the FC-W. 1. Plug the wires receiver into the fog machine 5-pin port labeled “Wireless Controller”. 2. There are 4 buttons on the wireless remote transm
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General Troubleshooting Symptom Solution(s) No Power Check mains power. Check external fuse. Check internal fuse. No fog output Check fluid level. Check remote. If using wireless, check batteries. If using wireless, check dipswitches on receiver. Breaker/Fuse keeps Possible electrical short. Contact Chauvet or a Chauvet Dealer/distributor for further blowing instruction. Low fog output Run a cleaning solution through the fog machine. Check that the fog machine is plugged into the
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5. APPENDIX General Maintenance To maintain optimum performance and minimize wear fixtures should be cleaned frequently. Usage and environment are contributing factors in determining frequency. As a general rule, fixtures should be cleaned at least twice a month. Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating. This can lead to reduced lamp life and increased mechanical wear. Be sure to power off fixture before conducting maintenance. Unplug fixture from power
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Returns Procedure Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued. Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA #). Products returned without a RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET and request a RMA # prior to shipping the fixture. Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resultin
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS Length ........................................................................................................ 16.7 in (425 mm) Width .......................................................................................................... 12.5 in (317 mm) Height ......................................................................................................... 12.0 in (306 mm) Weight ..................................................
