CITC Hurricane II 100157 User manual

HURRICANE II™ FLOOR MODEL FAN
Operating Instructions
P/N 100157 (120V)
P/N 100158 (230V)

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Thank you for purchasing this Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan.
oAs you will notice from the table of contents, the manual for your new
fan is quite extensive.
oTo guarantee perfect and successful work with this machine, please
take some time to read the manual carefully.
oAnd finally, we believe you will enjoy many years of dependable,
trouble-free service if you properly install and maintain this powerful
piece of machinery called the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan.
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 and Parts 3
3. Description 3
4. Safety Instructions 4
5. Operating the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan 4
5.1 Unpacking the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
5.2 Electrical Power Requirements
5.3 Running the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
5.4 Transporting the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
5.5 Optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack Control
5.6 Troubleshooting
5.7 Notes on optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack operation
6. Service and Maintenance 6
7. Technical Data 6
8. Warranty Conditions 7

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1.Set of Equipment Supplied
1 Hurricane II Floor ModelTM
Operating Instructions Booklet
2.Accessories and Parts
DMX FX-15 Switchpack for on/off control only (P/N 250051)
Road Case (P/N 250150)
3. Description of the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
o Blow fog, haze, snow, wind, etc. to 150’ (45.7m). Three speeds: three seconds to top
speed. Blow massive volumes of air without motor hum. Continuous output without
overheating. Lightweight, portable and economical. The Hurricane II™ Floor Model
Fan is a full hp and can blow to 150’ (45.7m).
o The Hurricane II FanTM can be on/off controlled with optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack
control.
o Portable and compact, capable of much more than fans four times its size, the
Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan weighs just 38 lbs (17.2kg).
4. Safety Instructions
WARNING: Read and understand all labels and operating instructions
before attempting installation.
o RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK- This fan is supplied with a grounding conductor.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. To reduce risk of electrical shock, connect only to a properly grounded,
grounding type receptacle.
o In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. Install electrical
hookup in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Warning: Check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt whether the fan is properly grounded.
o To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect power before servicing this fan.
5.Operating the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan

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5.1 Unpacking the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
Before removing from the box, note the position of the packing material and how the unit
is setting for future transport or boxing.
5.2 Electrical Power Requirements
Check to see that the power switch on the handle is in the off position. Plug in the cord to
a grounded outlet with sufficient amperage. You may double check the voltage marking,
inside the mouth of the air output. The voltage requirement for this fan is acceptable to
almost all types of single-phase electrical supply. Current rating is 13 amps at 120 VAC
and 6 amps for the 230 VAC model. Make sure you are using an adequate extension
cord. These fans need at least 12-gauge extension cord for sufficient amperage supply.
Because initial current surge is higher, the fan should have a dedicated circuit with extra
capacity (20 amp circuit at 120 VAC. 10 amp circuit at 230 VAC).
5.3 Running the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
1. Quickly turn on then off the power and check to see if the fan is moving easily without
rubbing the edge. Sometimes in shipping the fan may be damaged due to mishandling or
jarring of the unit. Contact your shipper and CITC if damage has occurred in transport.
2. Turn on the fan to speed desired, aiming the airflow the direction you want, allowing 25-
30' (7.6-9.1m) of open air space for air movement in front of the fan. Your fan is designed
tough enough to be left on continuously for 2 years without overheating or failure.
5.4 Transporting the Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan
When shipping or transporting to another location (not boxed), be sure to set the fan on
the floor. Damage may occur or you may misalign the fan unit. Always have the fan lying
down on the floor with the bracket up or legs off the floor.
5.5 Optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack Control
With DMX control, you will be able to turn the fan on when the slider control reaches
approximately 50%. (See section 5.7).
5.6 Troubleshooting
DMX doesn’t work: turn on control knob on fan to desired speed setting.

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Fan rubs when turning: call CITC for instructions. Do not remove cover.
Motor jumps or is unsteady: check extension cord for low gauge. Turn off any other
loads sharing the same circuit or test in dedicated outlet.
Fan starts slowly: Check extension cord for low gauge. Turn off any other loads sharing
the same circuit or test in dedicated outlet.
5.7 Notes on optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack operation
Each DMX’d 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 “in” female connector located on the end
of the fan.
Step 2). The DMX address is configured by adding the dip switch numbers together
to total the number required. For example, DipSwitch 1 + 6 = 33. Your DMX channel
would be 33.
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 to approximately the 50%
position the fan will turn on.
0 – 50% = Off
51– 100% = On
“Input” and “Output” designations on the DMX plugs are arbitrary (i.e., you can use the
input plug for output and visa-versa). It is not necessary to attempt converting your DMX
line’s connector to female/male to match the appropriate socket on the plug. As long as it
is looped in/out, it will work.
6. Service and Maintenance

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Care of your Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan will give you years of service.
Note: cleaning your unit is going to pay off in constant good performance.
1. Because air passes through the wiring and blades, it is important not to feed fog or wet
fluids through this unit. It will damage the circuitry.
2. Keeping your unit clean is essential. Use of Filter Foam would be advised if the air is full
of lint or dirt.
3. Wipe down all vent inlets with a clean dry cloth.
4. Never use water around the electrical connections
5. Inspect the cord for damage before each use.
6. Never operate with extension cords that are under 12 awg.
7. Technical Data
Hurricane II™ Floor Model Fan P/N 100160 (230V P/N 100165)
Weight
38 lbs. (17.2 kg)
Size
22” x 18.25” x 23”
(56 cm x 46.5 cm x 58.4 cm)
Shipping Weight
46 lbs. (21 kg)
Shipping Box Size
23” x 23” x 23”
(58.4 cm x 58.4 cm x 58.4 cm)
DMX
Optional DMX FX-15 Switchpack
on/off control
Wind Speed
3 speeds to 58 mph (93 km/hr)
Wind Range
3 speeds to 150’ (45.7m)
Fan Outlet Opening
18” x 6.5” (16.5 cm x 46 cm)
Motor
1 hp
Color
Black
Electrical Supply
120 VAC, 13 A, 60 Hz
230 VAC, 6 A, 50 Hz
Limited Warranty
One (1) year
Rev. 4/22/16

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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
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April 22, 2016