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Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most advanced and reliable fog machines available - utilizing the latest technology to give you performance previously unheard of at a great price! The new Big Dog™ intelligent fog machine is designed to give you years of reliable service when the guidelines of this manual are followed. Please read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit. StarLight.com® maintains a Live Chat customer support line should any questions arise. Service can best be obtained during peak hours or off hours by emailing tech support at:
[email protected]. Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. There are no user servicable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself. Doing so will void the warranty. In the unlikely event that your unit requires service, contact StarLight.com Warning! This unit emits hot vapor and should not be aimed toward people or animals. Care should be taken to never touch the front nozzle or burning will result.
SAFETY:
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• Be sure to save the packing carton in the unlikely event the unit may have to be returned for service • Do not spill water or other liquids into or on to your fogger. Be sure that all the fog fluid is kept inside the fluid reservoir • Be sure that the local power outlet match that or the required voltage for your fog machine • Do not remove the top cover under any conditions. There are no user serviceable parts inside • Use only Industry Standard fog fluid from StarLight.com, other fog fluids will void the warranty • Disconnect the power when left unused for long periods of time • Never connect this unit to a dimmer pack • Do not attempt to operate this unit, if it becomes damaged in any way • Never operate this unit when the cover is removed • To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture • Do not attempt to operate this unit if the power cord has been frayed or broken. Do not attempt to remove or break off the ground prong from the electrical cord. This prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire in case of an internal short • Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection • Never block the ventilation holes. Always be sure to mount this unit in an area that will allow proper ventilation. Allow about 6” (15cm) between this device and a wall • This unit is intended for indoor use only, use of this product outdoors voids all warranties • Always mount this unit in a safe and stable matter • Please route your power cord out of the way of foot traffic. Power cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on, pinched by items placed upon or against them • Cleaning -The fixture should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. • The unit should only be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit. C. The unit has been exposed to rain or water. D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. The Big Dog™ hosts a number of features that will enable your machine to put out generous amounts of fog for years to come. A larger copper tube is spiraled inside the heater to prevent clogging. The Big Dog™ include a wide-angle spray nozzle and long-life pump that was specially designed for high performance fogger output. The Big Dog™ also includes a 33 foot (ten meters) digital timer remote control. An optional wireless remote control is also included that can be operated up to 300 feet away (line of sight). SETUP: 1. Open the shipping carton and carefully remove the unit from the shipping carton. 2. Be sure to remove all the packing material especially around the nozzle. 3. Set the fog machine on a flat dry surface. The unit comes completely assembled with heavy duty bracket in place. Bracket may be used as a carrying handle. 4. Remove the fluid reservoir and fill it with StarLight.com ® branded fog juice only and replace the reservoir. 5. Place the feeder tube with the filter deep inside the reservoir and tighten the cap. 6. Firmly attach the remote control unit to the rear remote control socket on the unit. 7. Plug the unit in to a matching power supply. Wait approximately five minutes for the fogger to reach normal operating temperature. 8. Follow the operating instructions on the next page for proper operation. Always be sure to maintain an adequate supply of StarLight.com® Brand Fog Fluid™ in the fluid reservoir. The pump will shut off automatically when the fog juice reaches a certain level. Running the fog machine dry will cause pump failure and or clogging. This is the largest cause of failure in fog and haze machines. Only Industry Standard™ Fog Fluid is recommended - other brands of fog juice may cause pump failure. WARRANTY IS VOIDED IF FOG FLUID OTHER THAN STARLIGHT.COM® BRAND IS USED.
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Remote Operation: The digital remote control comes with a 33 foot cord and can be connected to the rear of the unit. Once the machine is plugged in and turned on, the main switch will light indicating that the unit is receiving power. The bar beneath the "HEAT" indicator on the digital remote will blink on and off until the unit is ready. The unit has a warm up time of five (5) minutes. The bar will change to "ok" when the unit is reay to fog. Use the middle green key with the double arrows to move between the varous features of the timer. Once you reach a specific feature, use the green up and down arrows to set the time for that feature. The features on the remote are optional, and used to set the duration and time between fogging, as well as volume of fog output. If desired, simply press the red "OUTPUT" button to produce immediate fog. MU: (minutes) Set the minutes of the interval (1 - 99). This is the time between fogging, when the unit is not fogging. Used in conjunction with the timer feature. SE: (seconds on) Set the seconds that the unit will fog (1 - 99). This is the time period when the unit will fog. Used in conjunction with the timer feature. Fogger can be operated for longer periods in other modes. VO: (volume) This is the volume setting, and can be used to generate a small or large continuous stream of fog. The fogging volume is adjusted in 10% increments, "1" being minimum output (10%) and "10" being maximum output (100%). To create a steady stream of fog, adjust the volume, then press the green "Lock" button to create a constant flow of fog at the volume selected. DE: Duration. This optional function allows you to set the time that the burst will last once the "Output" key is pressed. This allows you to burst a set duration at the push of a button, without having to hold it down for a set period of time. Simply set the duration, then press the "Output" button at the desired time for a pre-set duration of smoke. TIMER BUTTON: Press the button, and the green light will come on, indicating that the timer is in operation. This is a great way to maintain a certain amount of fog in a designated area. Allows the user to "Set it and forget it". OUTPUT: Press this button once to begin fogging, and again to stop. LOCK: Provide a continuous fogging at the volume selected.
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The Big Dog™ intelligent fog machine comes with a free wireless unit as standard. Simply plug the black receiver into the back of the Big Dog™ and use the included remote to turn the fog on or off within line of sight. Extend the antenna for better communication to the machine. DMX: The Big Dog™ intelligent fog machine also features on board DMX. This unit can be attached to any DMX controller using three conductor XLR (microphone) cable. Set the address using the dip switches on the back of the unit and you will be able to control any of the features of this machine from a conventional DMX light board. If you experience low fog output, pump noise, or no fog output at all, disconnect and discontinue use immediately. Do not attempt to continue pushing the remote control’s activation button as this may damage the fog machine. Check fluid level, the external fuse or breaker, remote connection, and be sure the wall outlet is sending power. If all of the above appear to be okay, and the unit fails to operate correctly, the unit will require service. Please contact StarLight.com®. The Big Dog ™ intelligent fog machines carries a one year (365 days) limited warranty. All returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Your invoice number will serve as your RA number.
