Thomann AF-180 User Manual
AF-180 LED Fogger
Co2 FX
fog machine
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
21.08.2018, ID: 334044 (V6)
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 20
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 21
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 22
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 24
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 31
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 40
9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 42
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 43
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 45
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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 47
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1 General information
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.
General information
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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
Online guides
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service
Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
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:
General information
Letterings
Displays
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’.
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Instructions
Cross-references
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].
Automatic operation is started.
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3. Switch o the device.
References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the specied page
number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to
the specied location.
Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 8.
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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.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
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immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – ammable substances.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – harmful or irritating substances.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is intended for generating articial fog by evaporating the fog uid with which it is
lled, with an additional electronic lighting eect by means of LED technology. The device is
designed for professional use and is not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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 sucient 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.
Extend the life of the device by regular breaks in operation and avoid switching it on and o
frequently. This device is not suitable for continuous use.
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Safety instructions
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.
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 re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
WARNING!
Risk of burns from ammable liquids
The use of ammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage
to property.
Always use approved fog uids. Never ll ammable 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
uid drops may escape from the nozzle.
The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fty 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 o the device.
WARNING!
Risk of slipping caused by condensation
Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to oors. Floors
and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog.
Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the oors without a
slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.
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WARNING!
Health hazard caused by fog uid handling
Fog uid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstus.
However, it may be harmful if swallowed.
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog uid in a safe
place. If the fog uid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water.
CAUTION!
Possible respiratory problems
The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog uid. The use of
other uids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of nonapproved uids 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 articial fog.
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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!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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