thomann Stairville HZ-1500 User manual

HZ-1500
Pro Touring Hazer DMX
hazer
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
21.12.2018, ID: 450663

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 18
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 19
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 20
6 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 22
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 27
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 35
9 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 36
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 38
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 41
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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 43
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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 nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to nd 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’ .
Letterings
Displays
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The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch o the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Instructions
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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 – ammable substances.
Warning - slip hazard.
Warning – harmful or irritating substances.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used to produce ne haze by vaporising hazer uid. Use the
device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐
ditions 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 sucient 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.
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.
Intended use
Safety
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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.
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 re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
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WARNING!
Risk of burns from ammable liquids
The use of ammable liquids in this appliance can cause serious burns and prop‐
erty damages.
Use only approved hazer uids. Never ll ammable liquids into the container of
the device.
WARNING!
Risk of slipping caused by condensate
Hazer can produce condensate. Do not point the haze on oors. Floors and sur‐
faces can become slippery by condensed haze.
Check regularly that all oors can be accessed without slipping hazard and
remove any condensate, if necessary.
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WARNING!
Health hazard when handling hazer uid
Hazer uid contains glycols, which meet the requirements for food products. Nev‐
ertheless, uid is harmful if swallowed.
Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Keep hazer uid in a
safe place. Rinse the eyes upon contact with hazer uid thoroughly with water.
CAUTION!
Possible respiratory problems
The device can only be operated safely when using approved hazer uids. Using
other uids can generate toxic gases. Any claims for compensation for damages
caused by using non-approved uids are excluded.
Do not let the device produce haze in poorly ventilated areas.
Do not expose people with health problems (such as allergy-related respiratory
symptoms, asthma) to articial haze.
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NOTICE!
Risk of re
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.
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 re.
NOTICE!
Suitable hazer uid
The device must only be operated with Stairville PHF Fluid (item # 260572).
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The device was designed for use in professional event technology and works reliably when
used properly. Observe the following information:
nFollow all warnings in these operating instructions.
nNever leave the device running without supervision.
nThe device is not suitable for use in private households or as a child's toy.
nPlace the device on a stable, re-proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device.
nMaintain a safety distance of 1 m to ammable materials.
nThe device is not intended for suspended assembly (the so-called "ying operation").
nDuring operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that
everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely.
nThe haze or mist generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms.
General information about how
to safely operate fog machines
and hazers
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3 Features
This hazer is suitable to be used in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages.
Special features of the device:
nControl via DMX-512 and via buttons and display on the unit
nFast heating-up
nContinuous haze output without reheating up to 50 % output
nPrecise regulation of the haze emission
nCompact design
nSpecically designed for touring use
nFixed in a sturdy ight case
n3 l liquid container for hazer uid (Stairville PHF Fluid, item # 260572)
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4 Installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above. Place the unit on a at, stable sur‐
face. The device must never be operated in a more than 15° tilted position.
The device is delivered mounted in a sturdy ight case. Do not remove the device from the
ight case, there are no serviceable parts inside. Always look for a specialist repair shop for
repairs.
Make sure that the ventilation opening of the ight case and the haze nozzle are never cov‐
ered during operation.
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5 Starting up
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
Make sure that the hose for the hazer uid is rmly connected to the device and to the uid
container.
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