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General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’...
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General information 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. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – flammable substances. Warning - slip hazard. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Warning – danger zone. AFH-600...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used to produce fine haze by vaporising fog fluid. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions 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. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
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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 slipping caused by condensate Fog machines can produce condensate.
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Safety instructions WARNING! Health hazard caused by fog fluid handling Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstuffs. However, it may be harmful if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog fluid in a safe place.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames. hazer...
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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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...
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Safety instructions 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. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad floor protectors or a carpet.
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Safety instructions During operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely. The haze or mist generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms. hazer...
Features Features This hazer is suitable to be used in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages. Special features of the device: Compact design Suitable for mobile use Large liquid container for the fog liquid AFH-600...
Installation Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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 Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. AFH-600...
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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.
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Starting up Connections in ‘Master / When you configure a group of devices in ‘Master / Slave’ mode, the first unit will control the Slave‘ mode others. Connect the DMX output of the master device to the DMX input of the first slave device.
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements Front panel hazer...
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Connections and operating elements 1 Haze aperture 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap 3 Fog fluid feed line from fluid container to vaporiser 4 Carrying handle AFH-600...
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Connections and operating elements Rear panel hazer...
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Connections and operating elements 2 Fog fluid container with screw-cap 3 Fog fluid feed line from fluid container to vaporiser 4 Carrying handle 5 [OUT] DMX output 6 [IN] DMX input. 7 [POWER] Plug for mains cable with fuse holder 8 Display and control panel [FUNC] button Opens the main menu.
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Connections and operating elements button Increases the displayed value by one. [ENTER] button Chooses between the options of the selected mode 9 [ON / OFF] Power on/off switch. Turns the device on and off. hazer...
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 switched off.
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Operating Turning the unit on NOTICE! Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended. Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch. The unit is heating up and the display shows ‘UP’ . As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the display shows ‘read’...
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Operating Main menu Press [FUNC] to activate the main menu and select an operating mode. When the display is flashing, use the arrow keys to change the respectively displayed value. When the display shows the desired value, press [ENTER]. To return to the main menu without any changes, press [FUNC] or wait a minute.
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Operating Master/slave mode This mode can only be selected when no DMX controller is connected and turned on. Press [FUNC] repeatedly until the display shows ‘SLNd’ . Press [ENTER]. Now you can use the arrow keys to choose from the following options: ‘NASt’...
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Operating DMX assignment Channe Value Function Setting the amount of haze 0…255 No haze output (0 %) to maximum haze output (100 %) Turning the unit off Turn off the power using the main switch. Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Heater power 600 W Warm-up time approx. 2 min Fluid container capacity 2.3 l Haze output approx. 850 m /min Input connections Power supply IEC chassis plug C14 DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Output connections DMX control XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Power consumption...
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Technical specifications Weight 5.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 50 %…55 %, non-condensing hazer...
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. AFH-600...
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 As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the display shows ‘read’ . The device is now operational. Use the arrow keys to set the value ‘F100’ for maximum haze output and let the device produce haze for about 20 seconds. Insert the suction hose of the haze machine back into the hazer fluid container and let the device again produce haze for about 20 seconds.
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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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