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  • Page 1 N i g h t f a l l...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................................2 Important Safeguards ................................2-4 Unpacking .....................................5 Controls ......................................5-6 Setting Up .....................................7 Fluid Setup ..................................7 Power Connections ................................7 Operating the Machine ..............................8-11 Powering On ..................................8 Heating ....................................8 Control Options ................................8 Manual Control via the Detachable Remote Control Panel ..............8 Multi-Link .................................8 Using the Remote Control Panel ..........................8 Using Timers ................................8-9...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Shadow Nightfall Smoke Machine. The Nightfall offers the perfect balance of performance, reliability and affordability. To ensure efficient and safe operation, please take a few moments to read this manual completely. The Shadow Nightfall is a thermal aerosol generator designed for continuous, variable smoke output.
  • Page 4 • Enclosing any heating device so it is invisible to the operator creates a potential fire hazard, no matter what the ambient temperature of the enclosure. To do so with any high-amperage device is to assume substantial risk. Tempest strongly recommends against it.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions • In any facility, the fog concentration should be controlled. The fog should never mask emergency exits, safety signs, staircases or other safety constructions. • After long use, or if the machine is not properly set, some liquid droplets or wet area Caution! Safety Caution! Fire hazard.

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    UNPACKING Your Shadow Nightfall requires no assembly. Note: 230 volt machines are shipped with bare leads at the end of the power cord. A proper electrical connector must be attached based on the local power require- ments. Carefully remove the machine from the box. Ensure that no tape or packing materials are stuck to the machine.

  • Page 7: Controls

    CONTROLS Fog Level Knob Fog Off Knob Fog On Knob Rotate to set the desired Used only when timer control Used only when timer control amount of smoke output. is engaged. Rotate to set the is engaged. Rotate to set the Higher numbers indicate more desired time interval that the desired time interval that the...

  • Page 8: Setting Up

    SETTING UP The Shadow Nightfall should be located on a secure, solid surface such as the floor. The machine can operate in any orientation from 45 degrees upwards to 45 degrees downwards. Take precautions to avoid fluid spills if the machine is oriented at an angle.

  • Page 9: Operating The Machine

    OPERATING THE MACHINE Powering On Make sure the unit is plugged in. Turn on the Main Power Switch that is located next to the power cord on the rear of the machine. The red Power Indicator light on the Remote Control Panel will illuminate. If the Power Indicator light does NOT illuminate, press and release the Standby Button on the Remote Control Panel Heating...

  • Page 10: Using Multi-Link

    Remote Control Panel. This can be quickly and easily accomplished using the Nightfall’s built-in Multi-Link capabilities. Up to four Shadow Nightfall Machines can be connected and controlled via a single controller. Connect a 3-pin XLR cable (not included) to the Multi-Link port on the rear of the first machine in the daisy chain.

  • Page 11: Running Dry

    To properly use a fan, create a vent in the ducting system such as a and introduce a fan at the vent point. This will create a low pressure point that “pulls or pushes” the smoke through the ductwork. Squirrel Cage Fan Fog Machine Ducting Hose Hose Adaptor Contact Tempest for more advice on ducting smoke. - 10 -...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Machine produces smoke Timer is engaged Turn timers off by pressing Timer intermittently when fog Button. Green Timer Indicator light button is not pressed should not be illuminated. Additional help and information can be found contacting Tempest. - 11 -...

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Shadow Nightfall Safeguards section on pages 2-4 of this manual. Note: Any service that is NOT described in the section below must be carried out by a Rosco service technician. Contact Tempest for more information on your repair and service needs.

  • Page 14: Storage And Shipment

    ETL approvals (cETLus) pending ......... . . UL60335-1, CSA-E60335-1 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Tempest . - 13 -...
  • Page 15 Dimensions Dimensions are shown in [inches] and millimeters - 14 -...

  • Page 16: Warranty

    1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Rosco Laboratories warrants to the first retail purchaser that this Product will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. For warranty service you must be able to provide proof of purchase. Should this Product prove defective during the warranty period, please contact your local Rosco office for return authorization.
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  • Page 20 Tempest Technology Corporation 4708 N. Blythe Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722 t: 559.277.7577 • f: 559.277.7579 • response@tempest.us.com www.tempest.us.com...

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