Table of contents Table of contents General notes............................... 4 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 14 Installation..............................15 Starting up..............................16 Connections and operating elements................... 18 Operating..............................23 7.1 Remote control functions......................25 7.2 Function in ‘DMX’ mode........................ 26 Technical specifications........................28 Plug and connection assignments....................
General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
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General notes Symbols and signal words This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual. Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – flammable substances. Warning – hot surface. Warning – suspended load. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Fog machine...
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. AF-40 DMX...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to produce artificial fog by vaporising fog fluid. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐ ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug.
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Safety instructions WARNING! Risk of burns from flammable liquids The use of flammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage to property. Always use approved fog fluids. Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the device. WARNING! Risk of burns The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns.
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Safety instructions WARNING! Risk of slipping caused by condensation Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to floors. Floors and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog. Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the floors without a slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.
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Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible respiratory problems The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid. The use of other fluids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of non- approved fluids shall be excluded. Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
Features Features This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages Special features of the device: Control via DMX or via the supplied remote control Suitable for mobile use due to compact design Fog machine...
Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Starting up Starting up Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high- quality cables for all connections. NOTICE! Possible data transmission errors For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐ nary microphone cables.
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Starting up Connections in DMX mode Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX device. Connect the output of the first DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on to form a daisy chain.
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Front panel Fog machine...
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Connections and operating elements 1 Fog nozzle. 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap. 3 Bracket for hanging. 4 Carrying handle. 5 Locking screws for the mounting bracket. AF-40 DMX...
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Connections and operating elements Rear panel Fog machine...
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Connections and operating elements 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap. 3 Bracket for hanging. 4 Carrying handle. 5 Screws for adjusting the bracket. 6 POWER / FUSE IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply. 7 Main switch, turns the device on and off. 8 DMX IN DMX input.
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Connections and operating elements Remote control 21 Standby indicators. These two LEDs indicate that the unit has reached the operating temperature nec‐ essary to produce fog. 22 Press this button to emit fog. Fog machine...
Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Only use the fog fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use. First, make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains.
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Operating Turning the unit on NOTICE! Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended. Connect the device to the mains and switch the device on with the main switch. The unit is heating up. As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the control LEDs on the remote light up.
Operating 7.1 Remote control functions Press the red button on the remote control to trigger fog burst. Fog is produced as long as you keep this button pressed. AF-40 DMX...
Operating 7.2 Function in ‘DMX’ mode Setting up the DMX address The value of the DIP switches 1-9 is binary coded. To set the desired DMX address, set the DIP switches so that the sum of the resulting numbers yields the desired DMX address. Please orient yourself by the following table: DMX address Fog machine...
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Operating DMX address 0: DIP switch is in ‘OFF’ position. 1: DIP switch is in ‘ON’ position. Example: To set the DMX address 10 set DIP switches 2 and 4 to ‘ON’, all others to ‘OFF’. The highest possible DMX address is 511 (all DIP switches to ‘ON’). DIP switch 10 has no function.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Heater power 400 W Fog output approx. 85 m /min Fog fluid container capacity 1.25 l Warm-up time approx. 5 min Operating supply voltage AC 230 V , 50 Hz Fuse 3.15 A / 250 V, slow-blow, 5 mm × 20 mm Power consumption 400 W Dimensions (W ×...
Plug and connection assignments Plug and connection assignments Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed. Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a short circuit or ‘just’...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom Remedy The unit does not work Check the mains connection and the main fuse. No haze output 1.
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Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. AF-40 DMX...
Possible damages caused by unsuitable cleaning agents Cleaners not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Only use the fog machine cleaners listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use. Clean the appliance after every 30 operating hours, or if it was not in use for a longer period of time.
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Cleaning Keep the remote control button pressed and release fog for about 20 seconds. Put the suction hose back into the fluid container of the fog machine and release fog for another 20 seconds. This rinses the pipes. ð The cleaning is completed. AF-40 DMX...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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