Stairville WGF-2000 User manual

WGF-2000 Water
Ground Fog 2000
fog machine
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
09.02.2018, ID: 419333

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 7
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 17
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 18
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 24
6.1 System settings................................................................................................................................. 27
6.2 DMX operation.................................................................................................................................. 28
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 30
8 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 31
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 33
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10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 35
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1 General notes
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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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.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
Displays
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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.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – flammable substances.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – harmful or irritating substances.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended for generating artificial fog by evaporation the poured-in fog fluid
together with water. 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. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper
use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
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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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro-
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis-
tered electrician.
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.
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WARNING!
Risk of burns
The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns. Occasionally hot
fluid drops may escape from the nozzle.
The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fifty centi-
metre (1.6 feet).
Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation. It becomes very
hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching off the device.
WARNING!
Danger of slipping from condensed water
Dripping condensation may cause the area around the device to be slippery.
Check regularly that all floors can be accessed without slipping and remove the
condensed water, if necessary.
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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. If the fog fluid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water.
CAUTION!
Possible respiratory problems
The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid. The use of
other fluids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of non-
approved fluids shall be excluded.
Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
Do not expose persons with health problems (such as allergic respiratory condi-
tions, asthma) to artificial fog.
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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.
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.
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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.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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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3 Features
This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages.
Special features of the device:
nWater based floor fog machine
nControl via DMX (three channels) as well as via buttons and display on the unit
nOperation with water and fog fluid
nFog fluid tank capacity: 1.2 litre
nWater tank capacity: 8 litre
nFog volume and blower power adjustable
nUp to one hour continuous output
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4 Installation
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Place the unit on a flat, non-flammable, solid surface in a well ventilated area.
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5 Connections and controls
Connections and controls
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1 Fluid tank (lateral level indicator)
2 Water tank
3 Fog nozzle
4 Control panel
5[Water Drain]
Valve for the complete emptying of the device, for example before transport.
6 Transport casters
7 IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply. Should the fuse have blown, disconnect the unit from the
power supply and replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same type.
8[ON/OFF]
Main switch to turn the device on and off.
9[DRAINAGE SWITCH]
On / off switch for the water pump.
10 Carrying handle
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