Tempest Thunder 6600 User Manual

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Thunder Lighting Enclosures
Revision 2.1
October 2018
© Tempest Lighting, Inc.
Thunder Enclosure User Manual
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Summary of Contents for Tempest Thunder 6600

  • Page 1 User Manual Thunder Lighting Enclosures Revision 2.1 October 2018 © Tempest Lighting, Inc. Thunder Enclosure User Manual page...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ............................5 Installation ............................. 6 Planning ..............................7 Mounting the Thunder Enclosure ......................7 Tempest XYZ Mount ..........................10 Wiring ..............................12 Electrical Preparation ..........................12 Connect AC Wiring to MiniDEC Controller ....................13 Mounting the Luminaire........................15 Connect Luminaire power and DMX ....................
  • Page 3 +1 818 787 8984 f: +1 818 252 7101 e: info@tempestlighting.com www.tempestlighting.com Tempest Lighting, Inc. declares that their: Thunder Lighting Enclosure Series 6xxx.xxx complies with the Essential Requirements of the following EU Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC Test Report 60065-6600-10...
  • Page 4 This is to certify that the following products 6600.US Thunder 6600 Enclosure 6610.US Thunder 6610 Enclosure, DEC3 Control 6650.US Thunder 6650 Scan Enclosure 6660.US Thunder 6660 Scan Enclosure, DEC3 Control 6700.US Thunder 6700 Enclosure 6710.US Thunder 6710 Enclosure, DEC3 Control 6750.US Thunder 6750 Scan Enclosure...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Thunder enclosure. It will serve you for many years, protecting your stage spotlights and effects projectors from the elements. Products Covered By this Manual 6690 Thunder, Rosco X-Effect 6600 Thunder 6700 Thunder Stretch 6800 Thunder X-Stretch Using This Manual...
  • Page 6: Installation

    2 Installation Safety and Warnings These warnings are for your protection. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death. Tempest Lighting, Inc. assumes no responsibility for damages or injury incurred by misuse or mishandling of product.  Do not attempt to install or operate the enclosure before fully reading and understanding this manual ...
  • Page 7: Planning

    If snow is not a consideration, then enclosure may sit on the ground as long as proper drainage is provided.  LEAVE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BEHIND ENCLOSURE FOR WIRING AND VENTILATION  Tempest Lighting recommends the use of stainless steel mounting hardware. Thunder Enclosure User Manual page...
  • Page 8 The Thunder enclosure is provided with a pair of Unistrut channels on the enclosure base, for mounting to your structure. You may use standard Unistrut accessories, or purchase either of the mounting kits available from Tempest Lighting – four kits are recommended per enclosure. Mounting Kits 4900.MC Stainless Steel Unistrut channel nut,...
  • Page 9 It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all mounting points are secure and conform to local safety regulations. Tempest Lighting Inc. accepts no responsibility for damage or injury arising from inappropriate or unsafe installation. Drainage Drainage holes are provided in the top and bottom of the enclosure.
  • Page 10: Tempest Xyz Mount

    Tempest XYZ Mount All Thunder enclosures may be mounted using the adjustable Tempest XYZ mount (part # 6500.XYZ). The XYZ Mount is designed to mount on the bottom of a piece of 1½” schedule 40 pipe (48-50mm Outside Dimension). To mount on a horizontal truss or pipe, use 6500.XYZ.T.
  • Page 11 Important • Installation must conform to all local safety norms and building codes. Tempest Lighting, Inc will accept no responsibility for incorrect or unsafe installation. • Installer must drill the bottom of the pole and install the safety bolt provided •...
  • Page 12: Wiring

    All electrical work must be carried out by a properly licensed electrician. Failure to observe  this point will void the factory warranty for the Tempest Enclosure and possibly the equipment housed inside. Before starting work, switch off power to the branch circuit, carefully following lockout and tag-out procedures.
  • Page 13: Connect Ac Wiring To Minidec Controller

    Connect AC Wiring to MiniDEC Controller Single Feed Operation Split Feed Operation CUT LINK 2 PLACES FOR SPLIT FEED OPERATION NEUTRAL NEUTRAL GROUND GROUND LIVE (Light and Fan) LIVE (Fan) LIVE (Light) Single Feed Wiring Feed the controller with a single maintained supply. The light must be switched off when needed using the lighting control system.
  • Page 14 MiniDEC Operation The MiniDEC controller monitors current going to the light fixture inside the Thunder enclosure, and also heat inside the enclosure. When it detects that the light is on and/or the internal temperature is getting warm, MiniDEC runs the enclosure fan. For best results, enclosures must be connected to live power at all times.
  • Page 15: Mounting The Luminaire

    4 Mounting the Luminaire  If the Thunder enclosure is suspended from a ceiling or overhang, this must be done by two people. 1. Place the equipment on the equipment tray. If hanging the equipment upside-down, one person must hold the equipment in position, while another person secures it in place. Ensure that the equipment is securely held before proceeding further.
  • Page 16 NOTE: Mounting the Atomic Strobe in the 6660 Enclosure The Atomic Strobe enclosure has its window on the SIDE of the enclosure, and the strobe faces sideways, mounted on two M12 spring-bolts provided. Adjust the position of the spring bolts in the Unistrut to correspond with two of the mounting holes in the Atomic Strobe yoke.
  • Page 17: Connect Luminaire Power And Dmx

    5 Connect Luminaire power and DMX 1. Connect the DMX IN and OUT luminaire connections as specified by the luminaire manufacturer 2. Connect the luminaire power cable to the IEC outlet provided on the MiniDEC controller. If necessary, shorten the length of the luminaire power cord and install the rewireable IEC plug provided with your Thunder enclosure.
  • Page 18: Operation

    6 Operation While there are no specific operational actions required for normal use, the following points should be kept in mind.  The enclosure should be connected to a live circuit at all times except when maintenance is being carried out. ...
  • Page 19: Routine Maintenance

    7 Routine Maintenance It is very important to perform routine maintenance on both the enclosure and the equipment inside it. Failure to do so may reduce lifetime for both the enclosure and the equipment. Note Maintenance schedules depend on location and environment. The intervals given here are general minimum guidelines.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    8 Troubleshooting This is a guide to the general symptoms, problems, and solutions that may occur during the usage of your enclosure. However, it is important to remember that problems may occur within the equipment itself and these must also be considered. Equipment does not have power.
  • Page 21: Limited Warranty

    9 Limited Warranty INSPECTION/WARRANTY/RETURNS. A. Customer, at its sole expense, shall inspect all Goods promptly upon receipt and accept all Goods that conform to the specifications or catalog. All claims for any alleged defect in or failure of the Goods or Seller's performance to conform to the Contract, capable of discovery upon reasonable inspection, must be set forth in a written rejection notice detailing the alleged non-conformity, and be received by Seller within thirty (30) calendar days of Customer's receipt of the Goods.
  • Page 22 C. Seller will accept the return of Goods properly rejected under paragraph A, above, or as to which Notice of an alleged breach of Warranty has been timely given and such Goods may be returned to Seller, freight prepaid, but only upon Customer's receipt of Seller's written return material authorization ("RMA") and shipping instructions.
  • Page 23: Tempest Product Support

    Step 2: If your dealer is unable to answer your questions please contact our Sales Office: Tempest Lighting, Inc. 11845 Wicks Street Sun Valley, CA 91352 +1 818 787 8984 +1 818 252 7101 info@tempest.biz Visit our web site for current information and specifications: www.tempest.biz Thunder Enclosure User Manual page...

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