Chauvet Hurricane 900 User manual

3000 N 29th Ct, Hollywood, FL 33020 U.S.A.
[phone] –[phone]
FAX [phone]
www.chauvetlighting.com
Hurricane™900
USER MANUAL
Snapshot
OK on Dimmer
Outdoor OK
Sound Activated
DMX512
Master/Slave
115V/230V Switch
Replaceable Fuse
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
Contact Us................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................................5
2. Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 6
Features...................................................................................................................................................6
Product Overview......................................................................................................................................6
Mounting ..................................................................................................................................................7
Orientation................................................................................................................................................7
Rigging.....................................................................................................................................................7
3. Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................ 8
Operation .................................................................................................................................................8
Manual Remote Operation (FC-M) (Standard)............................................................................................8
Timer Remote Operation (FC-T) (Optional)................................................................................................8
Wireless Controller (FC-W) (Optional)........................................................................................................9
Fuse Replacement.................................................................................................................................. 10
General Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................10
Technical Support................................................................................................................................... 10
4. Appendix........................................................................................................................................... 11
General Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 11
Returns Procedure.................................................................................................................................. 11
Claims.................................................................................................................................................... 11
Technical Specifications..........................................................................................................................12

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
What is included
1 x Hurricane™900
1 x Wired Remote
1 x Warranty Card
1 x 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 select switch on your unit matches the line voltage applied.
Damage to your fixture may result if the line voltage applied does not match the
voltage indicated on the voltage selector switch. All fixtures must be connected to
circuits with a suitable Earth Ground.

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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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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 20in (50cm) from adjacent
surfaces. Be sure that no ventilation slots are blocked.
Always disconnect from power source before servicing or replacing lamp or fuse and be sure to
replace with same lamp source.
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. Always use the same type spare parts.
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.
Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
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
Output: 4,000cfm
1.3L tank capacity
5 minute heat up
Manual fog button
Wired remote included
LED-illuminated tank
Water-based fogger
OPTIONS
Wired timer remote (FC-T)
Wireless remote (FC-W)
Product Overview
Fluid level
indicator
Fluid
reservoir
cap
Remote
control
connection
Power
input
Fuse
cover
Manual
fog button
Power
on/off
button

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Note!
Clamp is sold separately.
Mounting
ORIENTATION
This fixture may be mounted in a 90° degree angle only, provided there is adequate room for
ventilation.
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 lamp
replacement 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.
Hanging Clamp
Hanging
bracket
Bracket
adjustment
knob

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3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation
This mode will allow you to control the fogger manually, set the fog machine to run continuously, or to set the
fog machine to run off bursts with adjustable interval and duration settings.
Manual Remote Operation (FC-M) (Optional)
1. Plug in the fog machine to power and turn the power switch to the fixture on.
2. Plug in the wired manual remote to the Remote Control socket on the rear of the fog machine.
3. Press the single button located on the remote to trigger the fog output.
Note: The button is momentary, which means that the fog machine will only output while the
button is pressed. Once the button is released, the fog will stop outputting.
Timer Remote Operation (FC-T) (Optional)
1. Plug in the fog machine to power and turn the power switch to the fixture on.
2. Plug in the timer remote to the Remote Control socket on the rear of the fog machine.
3. Press the TIMER ON/OFF button on the timer remote. The LED above the button should light, indicating
activation of function.
4. You may now set the INTERVAL & DURATION adjustment knobs to the desired position.
Note: The INTERVAL is the time in between bursts of fog.
Note: The DURATION is the time that the fog machine will run during the burst.
Duration
Adjustment
Interval
Adjustment
Timer LED
Indicator
Manual
Momentary
LED
Manual/Power LED
Indicator
Manual control
momentary button
Continuous
latching button
Timer latching
button

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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 Dipswitches
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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The fuse is located
inside this
compartment.
FUSE
Fuse Replacement
With your hands, unscrew the fuse holder from its housing. Remove the damaged fuse from its holder
and replace with exact same type fuse. Screw
the fuse holder back in its place and reconnect
power.
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.
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Relay will not work
Check reset switch
Check cable connections
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Remote does not
work
Make sure connector is firmly connected to device
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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
Disconnect the power cord before replacing a fuse and always
replace with the same type fuse.