Chauvet Hurricane 1800 Flex User manual

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Hurricane™1800 Flex
USER MANUAL
Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX
Master/Slave
115 V / 230 V
Switchable
Resettable breaker
User Serviceable
Duty Cycle

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN................................................................................................................................................... 3
WHAT IS INCLUDED.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 3
AC POWER..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
DMXCHANNEL SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
3. SETUP .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
BREAKER RESET............................................................................................................................................................. 7
FIXTURE LINKING............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Data Cabling............................................................................................................................................................. 7
DMX Data Cable................................................................................................................................................ 7
Cable Connectors.............................................................................................................................................. 8
3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion Chart......................................................................................................................... 8
SETTING UP A DMX SERIAL DATA LINK............................................................................................................................. 9
MASTER/SLAVE FIXTURE LINKING..................................................................................................................................... 9
MOUNTING.................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Orientation....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Rigging ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................... 11
OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
DMX Mode.............................................................................................................................................................. 11
DMXCHANNEL VALUES................................................................................................................................................. 11
Auto cut-off feature ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Wireless Controller (FC-W) (Optional)..................................................................................................................... 12
SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS ............................................................................................................ 13
DMX Quick Reference Chart............................................................................................................................ 14
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................................ 16
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .................................................................................................................................................... 16
5. APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................................................. 16
DMXPRIMER................................................................................................................................................................ 16
WARNING!.................................................................................................................................................................. 17
RETURNS PROCEDURE.................................................................................................................................................. 18
CLAIMS......................................................................................................................................................................... 18
CONTACT US................................................................................................................................................................ 18
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 19

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x Hurricane™1800 Flex
Warranty Card
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 the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture
must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box
and packing.
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 applying power to a fixture, check that the
source voltage matches the fixture’s requirement. Check the fixture or device carefully to make sure
that if a voltage selection switch exists that it is set to the correct line voltage you will use.
Warning! Verify that the voltage rating on your unit matches the line voltage applied. Damage
to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the voltage
rating. All fixtures must be connected to circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.

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Safety Instructions
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 rear panel of the fixture.
This product is intended for indoor use only! To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not expose fixture to
rain or moisture.
Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the unit while operating.
The unit must be installed in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50 cm) from adjacent
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Secure fixture to fastening device using a safety chain. Never carry the fixture solely by its head. Use
its carrying handles.
Maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate fixture at temperatures higher
than this.
In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately. Never try to repair the
unit by yourself. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction. Please
contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center.
Never connect the device to a dimmer pack.
Make sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged.
Never disconnect the power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the housing or
attempt any repairs yourself. In the unlikely event your unit may require service,
please contact CHAUVET® at: 954-929-1115.
Please read these instructions carefully, which includes important
information about the installation, usage and maintenance of this product.

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2. INTRODUCTION
Features
1-channel DMX-512 flexible fog machine
Additional Features
Manually adjustable output angles (180º)
3-pin and 5-pin DMX connections
Wired timer remote included
Manual fog button
5L tank capacity
10 minute heat up
Low fluid indicator and auto shut down
LED-illuminated tank
Water-based fogger
OPTIONS
Wireless remote (FC-W)
DMX Channel Summary
CHANNEL
FUNCTION
1
Fog output

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Product Overview
DMX out
3-pin
Bracket
adjustment
knobs
Hanging
bracket
Manual
fog
button
Power input
DMX in
3-pin
Breaker
Power switch
DMX in
5-pin
Remote
control
DMX out
5-pin
Dipswitches

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3. SETUP
Breaker Reset
This product is equipped with a breaker on the main power input, located on the exterior of the back
panel. In the event that this breaker trips, you may reset it very easily.
1. Unplug the product from the mains power.
2. Allow to cool for 5-15 minutes.
3. Using your hand, press on the button for the breaker, until it remains in place.
Note: In the event that this breaker will not reset, contact CHAUVET® for troubleshooting.
The fixture may need to be serviced.
Fixture Linking
You will need a serial data link to run light shows of one or more fixtures using a DMX-512 controller
or to run synchronized shows on two or more fixtures set to a master/slave operating mode. The
combined number of channels required by all the fixtures on a serial data link determines the number
of fixtures the data link can support.
Important: Fixtures on a serial data link must be daisy chained in one single line. To comply with the EIA-485
standard no more than 32 devices should be connected on one data link. Connecting more than 32
fixtures on one serial data link without the use of a DMX optically-isolated splitter may result in
deterioration of the digital DMX signal.
Maximum recommended serial data link distance: 500 meters (1640 ft.)
Maximum recommended number of fixtures on a serial data link: 32 fixtures
Data Cabling
To link fixtures together you must obtain data cables. You can purchase CHAUVET® certified DMX
cables directly from a dealer/distributor or construct your own cable. If you choose to create your own
cable please use data-grade cables that can carry a high quality signal and are less prone to
electromagnetic interference.
DMX DATA CABLE
Use a Belden© 9841 or equivalent cable which meets the specifications for EIA RS-485 applications.
Standard microphone cables cannot transmit DMX data reliably over long distances. The cable will
have the following characteristics:
2-conductor twisted pair plus a shield
Maximum capacitance between conductors –30 pF/ft.
Maximum capacitance between conductor and shield –55 pF/ft.
Maximum resistance of 20 ohms / 1000 ft.
Nominal impedance 100 –140 ohms
Disconnect the power cord before resetting the breaker. Note:
the breaker will not reset until it has been allowed to cool.
same type fuse.

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CABLE CONNECTORS
Cabling must have a male XLR connector on one end and a female XLR connector on the other end.
CAUTION Do not allow contact between the common and the fixture’s chassis ground. Grounding the common
can cause a ground loop, and your fixture may perform erratically. Test cables with an ohm meter to
verify correct polarity and to make sure the pins are not grounded or shorted to the shield or each other.
3-PIN TO 5-PIN CONVERSION CHART
Note! If you use a controller with a 5 pin DMX output connector, you will need to use a 5 pin to 3 pin adapter.
The chart below details a proper cable conversion:
3PIN TO 5PIN CONVERSION CHART
Conductor
3 Pin Female (output)
5 Pin Male (Input)
Ground/Shield
Pin 1
Pin 1
Data ( - ) signal
Pin 2
Pin 2
Data ( + ) signal
Pin 3
Pin 3
Not Used
Pin 4
Not Used
Pin 5
COMMON
DMX +
DMX -
INPUT
OUTPUT
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
Termination reduces signal errors. To
avoid signal transmission problems and
interference, it is always advisable to
connect a DMX signal terminator.
3-pin DMX connector
configuration
Resistance 120
ohm 1/4w between
pin 2 (DMX -) and
pin 3 (DMX +) of
the last fixture.
5-pin DMX connector configuration

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This drawing provides a
general illustration of the
DMX Input/Output panel of
a lighting fixture.
Universal DMX Controller
Continue the link
Often, the setup for Master-Slave
and Standalone operation
requires that the first fixture in the
chain be initialized for this
purpose via DIP switches.
Secondarily, the fixtures that
follow may also require a slave
setting. Please consult the
“Operating Instructions” section
in this manual for complete
instructions for this type of setup
and configuration.
Master
Slave
Slave
Setting up a DMX Serial Data
Link
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of
the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin
connector of the controller.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from
the controller which will have a (female) 3
pin connector to the input connector of the
next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin
connector.
3. Then, proceed to connect from the output
as stated above to the input of the following
fixture and so on.
Master/Slave Fixture Linking
1. Connect the (male) 3 pin connector side of the DMX cable to the output (female) 3 pin connector
of the first fixture.
2. Connect the end of the cable coming from the first fixture which will have a (female) 3 pin
connector to the input connector of the next fixture consisting of a (male) 3 pin connector. Then,
proceed to connect from the output as stated above to the input of the following fixture and so on.

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Hanging Clamp
Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
Mounting
ORIENTATION
This fixture may be mounted in a 90° degree angle (horizontal), provided there is adequate room for ventilation.
The tank of the fixture should not move from this position. However, the front portion of the fog machine can tilt
up and down in the desired direction. This is secured by using the bracket adjustment knobs.
RIGGING
It is important never to obstruct the fan or vents pathway. Mount the fixture
using, a suitable “C” or “O” type clamp. Adjust the angle of the fixture by loosening
both knobs and tilting the fixture. After finding the desired position, retighten both
knobs.
When selecting installation location, take into consideration fluid tank
access and routine maintenance.
Safety cables must always be used.
Never mount in places where the fixture will be exposed to rain, high
humidity, extreme temperature changes, or restricted ventilation.
Pointing up
Pointing down

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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation
DMX Mode
This mode allows the unit to be controlled by any universal DMX controller. If you are unfamiliar with
DMX, please read the DMX Primer in the Appendix of this manual.
1) This fixture will automatically switch to DMX mode operation, once a DMX controller has been
plugged into the 3-pin or 5-pin DMX input.
2) Use DIP switches 1~9 to set the DMX address.
DMX Channel Values
CHANNEL
VALUE
FUNCTION
1
000 005
006 255
Fog output
No function
Fog output 0%~100%
Auto cut-off feature
This product has an auto cut-off safety feature to keep the machine from becoming damaged. This is referring
to the operation of the pump. When the fluid tank is empty, the pump will still operate for a short period of time,
until all of the fluid has been removed from the system. Then, it will sense that there is no fluid, and will
automatically stop the fog output. An indication that this has occurred is when the blue LED’s that are lighting
the fluid tank are flashing.
Note: it will take approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute for this feature to engage once the fluid has emptied
form the tank.
Note: In order the fog machine to automatically reset, the trigger must be released. This may be from the wired
remote, wireless remote, the manual fog button on the unit, or via a DMX controller. If it is via a DMX controller,
then the DMX channel will have to be brought to a value of 000 (0%) in order to allow the fog machine to reset
itself.
Note: once the tank has been refilled with fog fluid, you may resume using the fog machine. The auto cut-off will
automatically reset.

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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 “Remote Control”.
2. There are 4 buttons on the wireless remote transmitter which act as triggers. Each button can be assigned to a
different fog machine. You may only choose 1 dipswitch on each receiver. See the below configuration for
setting the receivers to operate with the transmitter remote.
Mode DIP Switches
CH1 1 = On, 2-4 = Off
CH2 2 = On, 1,3,4 = Off
CH3 3 = On, 1,2,4 = Off
CH4 4 = On, 1,2,3 = Off
3. Press the fog button, and the fog machine will output fog for as long as you hold down the button.
Wireless
Receiver
LED indicator
(heating)
LED indicator
(ready)
Dipswitches
Wireless
Transmitter
Fog
Triggers

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SETTING THE STARTING ADDRESS
This DMX mode enables the use of a universal DMX controller device. Each fixture requires a "start address"
from 1 to 512. A fixture requiring one or more channels for control begins to read the data on the channel
indicated by the start address. For example, a fixture that uses 6 DMX channels and was addressed to start on
DMX channel 100, would read data from channels: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105. Choose start addresses
so that the channels used do not overlap, and note the start address selected for future reference.
If this is your first time addressing a fixture using the DMX-512 control protocol, we suggest jumping to the
Appendix Section and reading the heading “DMX Primer”. It contains very useful information that will help you
understand its use.
Set the start address using the group of DIP switches located usually on bottom of the fixture. Each dip switch
has an associated value. Adding the value of each switch in the ON position will provide the start address.
Figuring out which switches to toggle ON given a specific start address can be accomplished by determining
which switch values will add up to the address value, and turning these switches on. Do so by doing the
following:
1) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the start address. Turn this switch on.
2) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the starting address number.
3) Determine the largest value switch that is less than the remainder from the previous subtraction. Turn this
switch on.
4) Subtract the value of the switch you just turned on from the remainder of the previous subtraction.
5) Repeat steps three and four until you have a remainder of zero.
EXAMPLE STARTING ADDRESS
Address 10
Switch # 4 = 8
Switch # 2 = 2
Total = 10
13456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
13456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
12222223456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Address 24
Switch # 5 = 16
Switch # 4 = 8
Total = 24
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
123456789
ON
OFF
1 2 4 8
16 32 64
128 256
Resolving address
using simple math.
Address 233
DIP
SWITCH
(DMX VALUE)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
4
8
16
32
64
128

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233 –(128) = 105, Turn ON Dip # 8
105 –(64) = 41, Turn ON Dip # 7
41 –(32) = 9, Turn ON Dip # 6
9 –(8) = 1, Turn ON Dip # 4
1 –(1) = 0, Turn ON Dip # 1
9
256
DMX QUICK REFERENCE CHART
DMX Address Quick Reference Chart
DIP Switch Position
DMX DIP
SWITCH SET
#9
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0=OFF
#8
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1=ON
#7
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
X=OFF or ON
#6
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
0
0
0
0
0
32
64
96
128
160
192
224
256
288
320
352
384
416
448
480
1
0
0
0
0
1
33
65
97
129
161
193
225
257
289
321
353
385
417
449
481
0
1
0
0
0
2
34
66
98
130
162
194
226
258
290
322
354
386
418
450
482
1
1
0
0
0
3
35
67
99
131
163
195
227
259
291
323
355
387
419
451
483
0
0
1
0
0
4
36
68
100
132
164
196
228
260
292
324
356
388
420
452
484
1
0
1
0
0
5
37
69
101
133
165
197
229
261
293
325
357
389
421
453
485
0
1
1
0
0
6
38
70
102
134
166
198
230
262
294
326
358
390
422
454
486
1
1
1
0
0
7
39
71
103
135
167
199
231
263
295
327
359
391
423
455
487
0
0
0
1
0
8
40
72
104
136
168
200
232
264
296
328
360
392
424
456
488
1
0
0
1
0
9
41
73
105
137
169
201
233
265
297
329
361
393
425
457
489
0
1
0
1
0
10
42
74
106
138
170
202
234
266
298
330
362
394
426
458
490
1
1
0
1
0
11
43
75
107
139
171
203
235
267
299
331
363
395
427
459
491
0
0
1
1
0
12
44
76
108
140
172
204
236
268
300
332
364
396
428
460
492
1
0
1
1
0
13
45
77
109
141
173
205
237
269
301
333
365
397
429
461
493
0
1
1
1
0
14
46
78
110
142
174
206
238
270
302
334
366
398
430
462
494
1
1
1
1
0
15
47
79
111
143
175
207
239
271
303
335
367
399
431
463
495
0
0
0
0
1
16
48
80
112
144
176
208
240
272
304
336
368
400
432
464
496
1
0
0
0
1
17
49
81
113
145
177
209
241
273
305
337
369
401
433
465
497
0
1
0
0
1
18
50
82
114
146
178
210
242
274
306
338
370
402
434
466
498
1
1
0
0
1
19
51
83
115
147
179
211
243
275
307
339
371
403
435
467
499
0
0
1
0
1
20
52
84
116
148
180
212
244
276
308
340
372
404
436
468
500
1
0
1
0
1
21
53
85
117
149
181
213
245
277
309
341
373
405
437
469
501
0
1
1
0
1
22
54
86
118
150
182
214
246
278
310
342
374
406
438
470
502
1
1
1
0
1
23
55
87
119
151
183
215
247
279
311
343
375
407
439
471
503
0
0
0
1
1
24
56
88
120
152
184
216
248
280
312
344
376
408
440
472
504
1
0
0
1
1
25
57
89
121
153
185
217
249
281
313
345
377
409
441
473
505
0
1
0
1
1
26
58
90
122
154
186
218
250
282
314
346
378
410
442
474
506
1
1
0
1
1
27
59
91
123
155
187
219
251
283
315
347
379
411
443
475
507
0
0
1
1
1
28
60
92
124
156
188
220
252
284
316
348
380
412
444
476
508

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1
0
1
1
1
29
61
93
125
157
189
221
253
285
317
349
381
413
445
477
509
0
1
1
1
1
30
62
94
126
158
190
222
254
286
318
350
382
414
446
478
510
1
1
1
1
1
31
63
95
127
159
191
223
255
287
319
351
383
415
447
479
511
DIP Switch Position DMX Address

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General Troubleshooting
Symptom
Solution(s)
Applies to
Lights
Foggers
& Snow
Controllers
Dimmers
& Chaser
Loss of signal
Use only DMX cables
Install terminator
Note: Keep DMX cables separated from power cables
or black lights.




Remote does not
work
Make sure connector is firmly connected to device


If you still have a problem after trying the above solutions, please contact CHAUVET®
Technical Support at the location listed below.
Technical Support
Address: Service Dept.
3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 (U.S.A.)
Support (Email): [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] - (Press 4)
Fax: [phone] - (Attention: Service)
Website: http://www.chauvetlighting.com
5. APPENDIX
DMX Primer
There are 512 channels in a DMX-512 connection. Channels may be assigned in any manner. A
fixture capable of receiving DMX 512 will require one or a number of sequential channels. The user
must assign a starting address on the fixture that indicates the first channel reserved in the controller.
There are many different types of DMX controllable fixtures and they all may vary in the total number
of channels required. Choosing a start address should be planned in advance. Channels should
never overlap. If they do, this will result in erratic operation of the fixtures whose starting address is
set incorrectly. You can however, control multiple fixtures of the same type using the same starting
address as long as the intended result is that of unison movement or operation. In other words, the
fixtures will be slaved together and all respond exactly the same.
DMX fixtures are designed to receive data through a serial Daisy Chain. A Daisy Chain connection is
where the DATA OUT of one fixture connects to the DATA IN of the next fixture. The order in which
the fixtures are connected is not important and has no effect on how a controller communicates to
each fixture. Use an order that provides for the easiest and most direct cabling. Connect fixtures
using shielded two conductor twisted pair cable with three pin XLR male to female connectors. The
shield connection is pin 1, while pin 2 is Data Negative (S-) and pin 3 is Data positive (S+).

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WARNING!
Note: All fog machines are prone to clogging due to the thick consistency of fog liquid and the high
temperature at which it vaporizes. However, a properly maintained fog machine should provide
years of reliable use. Cleaning your fog machine regularly will help reduce costly replacement
and repair charges.
Maintenance
Do not allow the fog machine to become contaminated. After every 40 hours of
continuous operation, it is recommended to run a cleaning solution composed of 80%
distilled water and 20% distilled vinegar through the system to prevent the accumulation
of particulate matter in the heating element.
The recommended cleaning regimen is as follows:
1. Empty all fog liquid from the machine. Add cleaning solution to tank. Plug unit in and
begin warm up.
2. Run the unit in a well-ventilated area until the tank is almost empty. Do not allow the
pump to run dry.
3. Replace nozzle.
4. Cleaning is now complete. Refill with fog liquid. Run the machine briefly to clear any
cleaning solution from the pump and heater.
5. Do not operate the machine without liquid at any time.
Storage
1. When storing run distilled water (not tap water) through the system as described in
the cleaning regiment above. This will help avoid any particles condensing inside the
pump or heater.
2. It is strongly recommended to test-run the machine on a monthly basis in order to
achieve its best fogging condition.
Caution:
1. Never place the fog/hazer machine on any flammable material (i.e. carpet, fabric etc.)
during operation. All fog/hazer machines should always be on a non-flammable
surface, such as concrete or tile.
2. Depending on the amount of fog/haze generated, all fog machines may set off smoke
detectors.

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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 an RMA # will be refused. Call CHAUVET® and request 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 resulting from
inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. CHAUVET® reserves the right to use its own
discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is
always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA #, please include the following information on a piece of
paper inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) The RMA #
5) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise. It is the customer's responsibility to notify and
submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Any other claim
for items such as missing component/part, damage not related to shipping, and concealed damage,
must be made within seven (7) days of receiving merchandise.
Contact Us
World Wide
General Information CHAUVET®
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115
fax: [phone]
toll free: 800.762.1084
Technical Support CHAUVET®
3000 North 29th Court
Hollywood, FL 33020
voice: 954.929.1115 (Press 4)
fax: [phone] (Attention: Service)
World Wide Web www.chauvetlighting.com

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Technical Specifications
WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS
Length...........................................................................................................................26 in (585 mm)
Width..........................................................................................................................13.6 in (347 mm)
Height ........................................................................................................................14.7 in (374 mm)
Weight....................................................................................................................... 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg)
POWER
AC power (voltage specific) ...........................................................115 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50Hz
Breaker size (120 V version).............................................................................................. 15 A, 125 V
Power Consumption.............................................................................1,364 W (11.9 A) max @ 120 V
Inrush current............................................................................................................ (11.7 A) @ 120 V
Power Factor...................................................................................................................0.99 @ 120 V
Breaker size (230 V version)................................................................................................8 A, 250 V
Power Consumption.............................................................................1,350 W (5.86 A) max @ 230 V
Inrush current................................................................................................................. (6 A) @ 230 V
Power Factor...................................................................................................................0.99 @ 230 V
Output.................................................................................................................................25,000 cfm
Fluid consumption............................................................................................................... 125 ml/min
THERMAL
Maximum ambient temperature......................................................................................104° F (40° C)
CONTROL & PROGRAMMING
Data input ............................................................................................. locking 3-pin XLR male socket
Data output ........................................................................................ locking 3-pin XLR female socket
Data pin configuration (3-pin).................................................................pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+)
Data input ............................................................................................. locking 5-pin XLR male socket
Data output ........................................................................................ locking 5-pin XLR female socket
Data pin configuration (5-pin)............pin 1 shield, pin 2 (-), pin 3 (+), pin 4 (not used), pin 5 (not used)
Protocols.....................................................................................................................DMX-512 USITT
DMX Channels....................................................................................................................................1
ORDERING INFORMATION
Hurricane™1800 Flex ....................................................................................HURRICANE1800FLEX
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty...........................................................................................................1-year limited warranty