CITC LITTLE BLIZZARD XT 100256 User manual

LITTLE BLIZZARD®XT
LITTLE BLIZZARD®XT/SP
Operating Instructions
LBXT P/N 100256 (100 VAC)
LBXT SP P/N 100253 (100 VAC)

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Thank you for purchasing this LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT
As you will notice from the table of contents, the manual for your new
product is quite extensive.
To guarantee perfect and successful work with this machine, please
take some time to read the manual carefully.
And finally, we believe you will enjoy years of great snow effects if you
care for and maintain your LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT.
CITC
1420 80th St. sw #D
Everett, WA 98203
(888) 786-CITC
www.citcfx.com

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Contents
1. Set of Equipment Supplied 3
2. Accessories 3
3. Description 4
4. Safety Instructions 4
5. Operating the LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT 5
5.1 Selecting the Location
5.2 Hooking things up
5.3 Selecting the Fluid
5.4 Operating the machine
5.5 Operating machine on DMX
5.6 Shut Down
5.7 Troubleshooting
6. Service and Maintenance 7
7. Technical Data 8
8. Warranty Conditions 9

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1. Set of Equipment Supplied
1 LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT w/DMX (w/5-pin XLR in/out)
1 Remote Controller w/5-pin XLR in/out
1 Bracket for hanging w/hardware
Empty one-gallon bottle
Instruction booklet and warranty card
1 Power Cord
1 Extra fuse in fuse box
2. Accessories
C-Clamp with Safety Cable P/N 250110
C-clamp w/eyebolt & hanging harness for 5 gal. Cubitainer P/N 250076
LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT Road Case P/N 250205
Little Blizzard Fluid® Basic – Long Lasting P/N 150215
Little Blizzard Fluid®Extra Dry (travels up to 50’) P/N 150160
Little Blizzard Fluid®Dry (travels beyond 50’) P/N 150190
Little Blizzard Fluid®Dry 100 (travels beyond 100’) P/N 150211
Little Blizzard Fluid®- Ultraviolet – Light blue P/N 150250
Little Blizzard Fluid®- Ultraviolet – Light Pink P/N 150280
Little Blizzard Fluid®- Ultraviolet – Bluish White P/N 150220
Director Fan P/N 100140 (230VAC P/N 100145)
Hurricane II Fan P/N 100160 (230VAC P/N 100165)
Hurricane II Fan w/DMX P/N 100170 (230VAC P/N 100175)
Please check whether all the products you ordered are supplied.

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3. Description of the LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT
The LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT is CITC’s most popular evaporating snow effect product.
Insulated for quietness, you can have optional soundproofing in the SP (soundproof)
model. The unit incorporates a volume control to adjust pump output and flake size, and
also a two-speed fan control. It can run continuously without overheating. Flakes fly 15-
20 feet. A remote with 25ft (7.6m) cable is included, which controls On/Off and fluid pump
volume. 5-pin DMX comes standard in this model.
4.Safety instructions
WARNING: Read and understand all labels and operating instructions
before attempting installation.
Never open the machine as this could void your warranty!
Risk of electrical shock- This device is supplied with a grounding conductor. To reduce
risk of electrical shock, connect only to properly grounded, grounding type receptacles.
Never remove the third prong from the plug.
This machine requires a 100V/15 Amp circuit. The LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT has a 10amp
slo-blo fuse on the 100v model. During operation this circuit should be dedicated to the
LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT. If you have any doubts about the capacity or grounding of your
existing circuits, consult a qualified electrician.
Be sure area around snow machine is dry before applying electrical power.
Make sure that your unit is pointed in a direction that leaves at least a 10ft (3m) open
area out in front. Place the front of the machine away from direct contact with electrical
instruments and people.
Fluid is very slippery when spilled. Care in keeping any drips or spills cleaned up is
necessary.

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5. Operating the LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT
5.1 Selecting the Location
Operate this machine in a level position, being sure the fluid bottle is not going to be
above the level of the machine. Un-level positions may cause siphoning or dripping.
5.2 Hooking things up
Plug the 5-pin XLR of the Remote Control to the inlet marked “Remote Control”. The
output may be used to daisy chain other machines, so they could all operate on one
remote control. Note: Maximum extension: 5-pin XLR cable should not exceed 50' total
distance or possible loss of control may occur.

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5.3 Selecting the fluid
Fill the bottle with CITC’s Little Blizzard® Fluid, placing the tubing with the filter inside
and at the bottom of the bottle. Use “Super Extra Dry” fluid for quickest evaporating
snow, or for use over performance stages. “Extra Dry” is our most popular fluid,
suitable for most indoor use. Use “Dry” fluid for longer lasting snow when flying over
45 feet or 15m. Use "Dry 100" for falling snow over 100' or 30m.
5.4 Operating the machine
The power switch is located on the back and will illuminate when turned on, however
this will not start the machine without the remote control (or DMX hooked up).
Fluid works best at around room temperature, or 68-80°F (20-27°C). Fluid
temperatures below 55° (13°C) will result in smaller and fewer flakes.
For best results, wait for the black sock to become thoroughly saturated with foam. This
may take up to 2 minutes.
To control particle size, simply increase the volume control knob (on the remote
control). The remote control knob will also start and stop the machine. Similar to the
control on DMX, the volume knob is off at 0% – 5%. The blower comes on above 5%.
At 50% the snow will slowly start. 60% - 80% is the best adjusted volume. 80% -
100% will make the largest flake size.
The "Normal/Small" switch (see illustration on page 5) should be set to "Normal"
position for best output of flakes. The "Small" setting will create smaller flakes which
will travel farther, but this setting will be noisier. For quietest operation, use the
"Normal" setting.
Use of a long distance fan (Hurricane II™ Fan) will result in drier flakes as they leave
the machine. Place the Hurricane II™ Fan under or close to the LITTLE BLIZZARD®
XT to blow the snow in an upward or outward direction. Fan air and falling snow
should meet 20 - 30 inches (50cm – 75cm) in front of the LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT.
The snow coming from the machine will fall into the draft of the upward air movement
and start to fly the direction the fan is pointed. The fan air will also cause the
“snowflakes” to dry while they travel 30 feet (10m) or more. Never have the fan
behind the LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT blowing at it. This will cause a back draft and
create the wrong effect.
5.5 Operating machine using DMX
With DMX control, you will be able to adjust the snow output.
Each machine unit will occupy a unique DMX address on the DMX chain. By adjusting
the dip switches on the side of the machine near the DMX cable plug-ins, the user may
assign one address to the machine, giving you on/off and volume control with one DMX
channel (there is no timer on this DMX).
Step 1). Attach the DMX cable to the upper “DMX Input” connector located on the back
of the snow machine.

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Step 2). The DMX address is configured by adding the dip switch numbers together to
total the number required. For example: Dip switch 1 + 6 = 33. Your DMX channel would
be 33. (Dip switches are set by moving the switch to the right toward the “on” arrow.)
Dip Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Channel # 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256
When you move the slide control or digital control;
0 – 15% = Standby (volume output off)
40 – 100% = Volume Control
The blower starts above 15% and snow starts above 40%. Adjustment of the snow is
from 40% to 80% for best results. At a value of 100%, the machine will operate at
maximum output and will produce its largest size flakes. Adjust slowly and visually set
each machine.
“Input” and “Output” designations on the DMX plugs are arbitrary (i.e., you can use the
input plug for output and vice-versa). It is not necessary to attempt converting your DMX
line’s connector to female/male to match the appropriate socket on the plug.
5.6 Shut down
When finished with the machine, clean with water, always leaving water in the tube and
pump. This will clean the sock and pump.
5.7 Troubleshooting
If the pump does not draw fluid into the unit, be sure the tubing is in the fluid and not
kinked. Check electrical power to the machine. Note: do not run the pump without
fluid passing through the tube. This will cause the pump to become hot and could
damage the pump. This is not covered under warranty.
6. Service and Maintenance
6.1 Care of your LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT will give you years of service.
Note: cleaning your unit is going to pay off in constant good
performance.
1. Each 50 hours of operation or when finished with the machine, clean the tube and
pump by running water through for approx. 30 seconds, always leaving water in the
tube and pump.
2 After use, dry all areas on the exterior of the machine with a soft cloth. Remove any
LITTLE BLIZZARD® Fluid from inside the bottle compartment or outside area.
3 Do not transport or ship with LITTLE BLIZZARD® Fluid inside the machine.
4 Do not use or store in freezing conditions.

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7. Technical Data
Technical Data
LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT DMX P/N 100256)
LITTLE BLIZZARD® XT SP DMX P/N 100253
Dimensions
20” x 10” x 12”
(51cm x 25cm x 30cm)
Weight
30 lbs (14 kg)
Shipping Weight
35 lbs. (16 kg)
Shipping Box Size
25” x 15” x 16”
(64 cm x 38 cm x 41 cm)
Snowflake control options
Pump Volume Control and Two-
speed Fan
Remote Control
On/off and volume control 0-100%
Remote Control cable
25 ft (7.6 m)
Sound
LBXT DMX: 71–75 db
LBXT Soundproof DMX: 60-65 db
Fluid
CITC LITTLE BLIZZARD® Fluid
available in Basic, Dry, Extra-Dry,
Super Extra-Dry, Dry 100 &
Ultraviolet
Fluid consumption
50 minutes/gallon at maximum
volume; 80 minutes/gallon at
moderate setting
Run Time
continuous
Electrical Supply
100 VAC, 10 amps, 60 hz
Fuse
100VAC: 10 A – 250 V, 5x20 mm
CE approved
CE approved parts
Limited Warranty
One year
Rev: 12/06/13

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8. One Year Limited Warranty
Model: ________________ Purchased on (date): ________________
Serial number: ________________ Purchased from: ________________
Congratulations!
You can now look forward to many years of reliable operation and outstanding performance.
Thank you for making CITC your personal choice in special effects equipment. Please take a
moment to fill out the top of this warranty, and then keep it – with the receipt – in a safe
place.
If you would like to receive information about specials, sales, and new products, please log
on to www.citcfx.com and click on the “Contact Us” link.
We appreciate your business, and wish to provide you with a quality product that will serve
you for many years to come. Once again, thank you for choosing CITC, and enjoy your new
entertainment product!
LIMITED WARRANTY CONDITIONS
This limited warranty guarantees to the original purchaser that this product shall be free of
defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, for a period of one year from the
date of purchase shown on the sales receipt. This warranty covers parts and labor providing
the product is returned to CITC in the original shipping carton and packaging. The warranty
for electrical is a (90) NINETY DAY limited warranty.
Damage resulting from shipping, accidents, misuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or
modification is not covered by this warranty. Using any fluid other than what is recommended
for this machine will void warranty. No liability is accepted for injury or for loss, damage or
expense resulting from any interruption whatsoever in the operation of the product or from
any consequential loss arising there from. No liability is accepted for normal wear and tear.
We wish to satisfy YOU, our customer, and have implemented many measures to prevent
problems and assure customer satisfaction. However, should you need a missing part or
have a functional problem with your product, please call:
(888) 786-CITC, from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (Pacific Time), Monday – Friday, except for
holidays. Our customer service department will respond to your problems immediately.
Subject to the following conditions, CITC will repair any defect or fault in the unit if it is
caused by a proven factory defect within one year of delivery to the end user.
Insignificant deviations of the regular product quality does not guarantee replacement
rights, nor do faults or defects caused by water, by generally abnormal environment
conditions or Force Majeure:
1. Faulty parts or equipment will be repaired or replaced (manufacturer’s choice) with
correct parts. Faulty units must be shipped to CITC at customer’s expense. Call for
an RMA# - AN RMA# MUST COME WITH THE UNIT. Payment arrangements for
repair must be made before receiving your RMA#, in case the unit is not covered
under this limited warranty.
2. Repairs/replacements will only be made with the approval of the customer.

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3. Exposure to outside elements voids Warranty. Unit cannot be used outdoors or in wet
weather without complete protection against the elements. Even then, high salty or
humid conditions will cause instant corrosion of connectors and will void Warranty.
4. The customer loses all rights for limited warranty services if any repairs or
adjustments are done to the units by unauthorized persons, and/or if spare parts are
used, which are not approved by CITC. The right of limited warranty service is also
lost if a fluid other than appropriate CITC fluid has been used or if units are sent in
without first emptying the equipment of fluid.
5. Freight costs to and from CITC, when under the limited warranty services, are the
responsibility of the customer. Customer must place appropriate insurance on return
of product. However, if product is returned due to factory defect within the first year,
CITC will cover the cost of returning the repaired unit to the customer.
6. Limited warranty services do not cause an extension of the limited warranty period or
the start of a new limited warranty period. The warranty of replaced parts ends with
the limited warranty period of the whole unit.
7. Further claims, especially for damages, losses etc. outside the unit are excluded.
Send unit to: CITC
RMA # XXXXXXX
1420 80th St. SW #D
Everett, WA 98203
Tel: (888) 786-CITC or [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.citcfx.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
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July 16, 2015