1. Product Introduction
The Electronic Cold Flame Top Spraying Machine is a revolutionary stage special effect equipment. It utilizes a new control system with standard DMX 512 and 433MHz wireless remote control, allowing for versatile communication modes. This intelligent product integrates machinery, electronics, intelligent control, electromagnetism, and aerodynamics to produce various cold flame fountain effects.
Key features include tilt protection, chassis over-temperature protection, movement over-temperature protection, and machine current overload protection, ensuring safer and more reliable operation. It fundamentally changes the concept of traditional cold fireworks by offering safety, no gunpowder, environmental protection, zero pollution, digital control, low consumption, recycling, simplified operation, low installation cost, and no hidden dangers in transportation.
The machine delivers an ultra-high spraying effect, reaching a maximum height of 5.5 meters, with dense and impactful spark effects. The external cold fireworks generated are below 40 degrees Celsius, making them safe to touch. This equipment is widely used in large-scale performances, press conferences, music festivals, weddings, parties, celebrations, and other entertainment activities to enhance atmosphere and create memorable climaxes, suitable for both indoor and outdoor scenes.
2. Safety Information
This manual includes equipment safety operation precautions and warnings. Please read carefully.
2.1. General Precautions
- Danger: Before operating the machine, carefully read all precautions.
- Danger: Do not install products on flammable surfaces (linoleum, carpet, wood, paper, plastic, etc.) to ensure that there are no flammable and explosive items in the use environment.
- Danger: Do not use in confined spaces. Install the product in a well-ventilated position, at least 20 inches (50 cm) away from adjacent machines.
- Danger: This product does not have lightning protection devices. Do not use during thunderstorms.
- Danger: People or flammable materials must be at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the machine, and ensure that residue does not fall on flammable items.
- Danger: Do not use the machine in an ambient temperature exceeding 122°F (50°C).
- Danger: When installing on the floor, ensure the machine and cables are kept away from personnel and vehicles.
2.2. Safety Tips
- Danger: Always connect the grounding wire to a grounded socket to avoid electric shock. This machine cannot operate in water.
- Danger: If water enters or covers the bottom of the machine, it can cause malfunction or electric leakage. Ensure sufficient safety distance for accumulated water on rainy days.
- Danger: Never touch sparks. Do not touch the machine enclosure while heating or operating.
- Danger: Ensure no objects fall into the spray nozzle.
- Danger: Do not bring animals, children, or unauthorized personnel near the machine.
- Danger: When adding consumables or testing, wear protective glasses to avoid eye injury.
- Danger: Suitable fire extinguishers: sand-like objects to cover fire, Class D extinguishers for metal fires.
- Danger: The product's temperature is very high during operation and remains high for a long time after stopping. It is strictly prohibited to put fingers into the spray nozzle.
- Danger: Continuous spray operation should not exceed 4 minutes to avoid damage to internal parts.
3. Setup
3.1. Unpacking
Upon receiving the product, carefully open the packaging box and inspect all contents to ensure that all spare parts are complete and in good condition. If the outer packaging or any components are damaged or missing during transportation, contact the carrier or distributor immediately and return them in their original packaging.
3.2. Product Packing List
| Serial Number | Configuration Name | Quantity/Specification |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electronic Spark Machine | 1 unit |
| 02 | Instruction manual | 1 copy |
| 03 | 3 × 1.5 m² × 1.2-meter power cord | 1 Root |
| 04 | 3 x 0.35 m² x 2-meter DMX signal cable | 1 Root |
| 05 | 8-button wireless remote control | 1 PCS |
3.3. Installation
Place the machine on a sturdy and level ground. It is recommended that the maximum inclination angle not exceed 15 degrees. Ensure the installation location is convenient for machine maintenance and operation. The structure or surface used for installation must support the machine's weight.
3.4. Power Supply Connection
Before turning on the power, check that the input power supply voltage is consistent with the machine's rated voltage. Refer to the technical parameters table for power requirements. Always connect the machine to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse) and ensure it is connected to a grounded power plug to avoid electric shock or fire. Do not connect the machine to a rheostat (variable resistor) or dimmer circuit.
The power cord used is a self-locked power supply wiring. If the equipped power cord does not have a plug, or needs to change the plug, refer to the following table for installation:
| 3 Core Power Cord | Identification Code | Power Cord Color (US Standard) | Power Cord (European Standard) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC L live wire | L | schwarz | brown |
| AC N zero line | N | white | blue |
| E ground wire | E | Green / yellow | Green / yellow |
3.5. Consumables
The machine uses specially made metal powder that produces full sparks with minimal residue, free from smoke, odors, and toxic gases. It comes in aluminum foil vacuum-packed bags for convenient storage and transportation.
Danger: It is recommended to use only high-purity specialized consumables provided by the manufacturer. The manufacturer does not assume responsibility for machine damage, personal injury, or property damage caused by the use of unauthorized consumables.
3.5.1. Adding Consumables
- Open the rubber stopper cover before adding.
- Tear open the packaging bag of the consumables and pour them into the feeding port on the top of the machine.
- Pour the consumables out of the feed port instead of the spray nozzle.
- After adding, cover the rubber stopper cover.
- The silo volume is 200 grams.
Danger: Add consumables only when the power is turned off. When adding consumables and testing the spray machine, wear protective glasses to avoid eye injury.
3.6. Machine Connection
- Connect the power supply and the DMX signal cable.
- Connect the first power plug.
- Connect other machines in parallel with a power connection line.
- Connect other machines in parallel with the DMX signal lines.
- Connect to the DMX512 console or to the wireless remote control.
Danger: Do not use damaged power plugs and power cables. One power plug is recommended for parallel connection of up to 6 products.
Warning: Connect the configured 120 ohm terminal resistor to the signal output port of the last machine to enhance anti-interference capability. The standard length of the DMX signal connection line is 2 meters, and multiple wires can be connected in series to achieve a longer length (up to 18 signal lines in a single channel).
3.7. Before Turning on the Power
Warning: Plug the power cord into a grounded socket. Confirm that the voltage specifications are correct before powering on.
4. Operating Instructions
4.1. Display Board Operation
The initial 'main interface' of the LCD display panel after startup shows the current status. Press the MENU key to enter the 'Settings' option interface.
4.1.1. Light Indicator Description
- Yellow (system) indicator light READY: Flashing indicates system is preparing; always on indicates system is ready.
- Green (signal) indicator lights: Off indicates signal disconnected; flashing indicates remote control connected; always on indicates DMX console connected.
- Red (fault) indicator light: Off indicates no fault; always on indicates a fault.
- Blue (heating) indicator light HEAT: Off indicates heating stopped; always on indicates heating in progress.
4.1.2. Menu Button Operation
- MENU: Enters main menu or returns to previous level.
- UP: Selects menu upwards and increases value.
- DOWN: Selects menu downwards and reduces value.
- ENTER: Enters setting state or confirms saving.
4.1.3. Display Menu Settings
| Setting | Description | Range | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address | Set DMX address code | 001~512 | 001 |
| Set Temp | Set heating temperature | T540°~T570°C | 560°C |
| Master | Master/Slave mode | OFF/ON | OFF (Slave) |
| Language | LCD screen language switching | English/Chinese | English |
| Auto Heat | Automatically heat up after startup | OFF/ON | OFF |
| Tilt Stop | Tilt protection fails when set to OFF | ON/OFF | ON |
| Safe CH | Disable safety channel when set to OFF | ON/OFF | ON |
| Restore | Restore factory default values | OFF/ON | OFF |
4.2. DMX Control
The machine can be controlled via DMX512 console. Ensure the DMX signal line is connected from the console's output to the machine's input.
4.2.1. DMX Channel Parameters Table (3CH Standard Mode)
| Channel/CH | DMX Numeric Value | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1CH | 0~99 | Heating off | |
| 100~255 | Turn on heating | ||
| 2CH | 0~25 | Turn off eruption | 4 spray height levels. Program has a 60-second time limit per run. Recalculates time limit when switching heights. |
| 26~71 | Spray height: 1st gear (2.5 meters high) | ||
| 72~117 | Spray height: 2nd gear (3.5 meters high) | ||
| 118~163 | Spray height: 3rd gear (4.5 meters high) | ||
| 164~209 | Spray height: 4th gear (5.5 meters high) | ||
| 3CH | 210~255 | Material cleaning function | Cleans pre-heated consumables. Safety channel set to "OFF" automatically fails. |
| 0~200 | Safe passage open | ||
| 201~255 | Safe passage closed |
Note: Setting the same DMX address code will prevent individual control of the machine's channel functions. In 3-channel mode, set DMX addresses to 1, 4, 7, 10, etc.
4.2.2. Enable Heating Function
Values 100-255 in the first channel activate the heating function, which takes about 4 minutes to complete preheating. The blue 'HEAT' indicator light will flash, and the yellow 'READY' indicator light will flash, indicating heating. When 'READY' becomes permanently on, heating is complete, and the machine is ready to spray.
4.2.3. Adjusting Eruption Height
Use the second channel to adjust the spray height. Values 26-209 correspond to gears 1-4 for different heights (2.5m, 3.5m, 4.5m, 5.5m).
4.3. Remote Control Operation
The machine can also be controlled via a 433MHz wireless remote control.
4.3.1. Conventional Spray Operation
- Connect power and signal wires, turn on the power switch, and confirm communication with the control console is disconnected.
- Press the 'HEAT ON' key to turn on heating. The 'HEAT' indicator light flashes, and the display shows real-time temperature. Wait for the 'READY' indicator light to remain on.
- Press the 'HEAT OFF' key to turn off heating.
- Press 'HEIGHT 1/2/3/4' key to select a gear and start spraying.
4.3.2. Remote Control Button Functions
| Key Text | Function | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| HEAT ON | Turn on heating | Turns on heating, 'HEAT' indicator flashes, real-time temperature displayed. |
| HEAT OFF | Turn off heating | Turns off heating, 'HEAT' indicator off, real-time temperature displayed. |
| HEIGHT 1 | Spray height gear 1 | Low range spray height (2.5m) |
| HEIGHT 2 | Spray height gear 2 | Middle range spray height (3.5m) |
| HEIGHT 3 | Spray height gear 3 | High grade spray height (4.5m) |
| HEIGHT 4 | Spray height gear 4 | Super high gear spray height (5.5m) |
| STOP | Stop eruption | Stops the machine from spraying. |
| CLEARING | Material cleaning function | Automatically cleans heated but unsprayed consumables for 30 seconds. |
5. Maintenance
5.1. Material Cleaning
This product has a material cleaning function to prevent clumping and jamming of heated but unsprayed consumables in the combustion chamber. Use the cleaning function of channel 2 (DMX value 210-255) to clean consumables. Always perform this function before turning off the machine after each performance.
5.2. Cleaning the Machine
After completing material cleaning, thoroughly clean the machine to extend its service life.
- Turn off machine power.
- Unplug the power cable and the DMX signal cable.
- Clean dust and debris on the machine surface with a damp cloth.
- Put unused consumables into a vacuum packing bag and seal it. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture and keep away from high temperatures, open flames, and other environments.
Warning: Do not pull the power cord to disconnect the power supply. Unplug and power off the plug during non-use to avoid unnecessary machine wear and improve service life.
5.3. Machine Maintenance
To maintain optimal performance, perform regular maintenance:
- After a period of use, check for consumable nodules on the nozzle. Clean if necessary, as it may affect spray effect and damage the machine.
- Test the sprayer once a month to maintain optimal performance.
6. Troubleshooting
The following table lists common fault codes and their handling methods. This interface cannot be operated and only appears when the system reports an error.
| Fault Indication | Fault Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| 01 Dumping error | Machine Tilt Protection | If the machine tilts beyond 45 degrees, it enters tilt protection. After placing it flat, turn the power switch on again, and the alarm will clear automatically. |
| 02 Heating error | Heating time exceeds limit (15 minutes without reaching set temperature) | 1. Check for loose wiring harness connections. 2. Replace the heating main board. 3. Replace the electromagnetic heating coil. 4. Replace thermocouple (temperature sensor). 5. Replace the control motherboard. |
| Heating movement temperature over limit protection | 1. Replace the heating main board. 2. Replace thermocouple (temperature sensor). 3. Replace the control motherboard. | |
| 03 Temperature too high | Heating movement temperature over limit protection | 1. Replace the heating main board. 2. Replace thermocouple (temperature sensor). 3. Replace the control motherboard. |
| 04 Abnormal temperature control | Thermocouple detection temperature anomaly | 1. Check for loose wiring harness connections. 2. Replace thermocouple (temperature sensor). 3. Replace the heating main board. |
7. Specifications
7.1. Technical Parameters
| No. | Attribute Name | Attribute Value |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Shell material | aluminum alloy/carbon steel |
| 02 | Product Color | black |
| 03 | Display | LCD liquid crystal display |
| 04 | Eruption direction | up spraying |
| 05 | Input voltage | AC110V/220V 50/60HZ (according to the region with) |
| 06 | Fuse | 110V:T10A;220V:T5A |
| 07 | Rated power | 750W |
| 08 | Control protocol | 433MHz |
| 09 | Effective control distance | 15M |
| 10 | Heating mode | electromagnetic induction heating |
| 11 | Temperature control mode | electronic constant temperature control |
| 12 | Preheating time | 4min |
| 13 | Single spraying time | 90S |
| 14 | Spraying height | 2.5-5.5M |
| 15 | Spraying gear | 4 height gears |
| 16 | Consumables capacity | 200g |
| 17 | Consumable consumption | 35g/min |
| 18 | Control mode | DMX, 8-key remote control, master-slave |
| 19 | DMX control channel | 3CH |
| 20 | Protocol | standard DMX512 protocol |
| 21 | Data connection | three-core XLR input/output |
| 22 | Display | LCD liquid crystal display |
| 23 | Protection grade | IP20 |
| 24 | Working environment | -10℃-45℃ |
| 25 | Net weight | 6.3 KG |
| 26 | Product gross weight | 6.8 KG |
| 27 | Product size | 210mm×200mm×253mm |
7.2. Physical Dimensions
8. User Tips
- Consumables: Always use the manufacturer-recommended metal powder for optimal performance and safety. Using unauthorized powder may lead to machine damage or personal injury.
- Safety First: The cold fireworks produced are below 40°C, making them safe to touch. However, always maintain a safe distance and avoid direct contact with the spray nozzle.
- DMX Control: For multi-machine setups, ensure unique DMX addresses for individual control or use master-slave mode for synchronized effects.
9. Warranty and Support
The product comes with a one-year warranty. For any issues or support, please refer to the official user manual PDF for detailed contact information and service procedures. The user manual is available for download at: User manual (PDF).