Binary effects must have an overhead clearance
of at least 1.5 times the effect height. Example: A
sparkle pot with an effect height of 20 feet must
have at least a 30 foot overhead clearance.
Refer also to NFPA 1126 for additional guidelines.
STANDARD FLASH, CONCUSSION,
CONCUSSION XL, SUPER SPARKLE Always test fire a Flash powder device in a safe area,
SILVER, SUPER SPARKLE GOLD preferably outdoors, to become familiar with the
performance of the device and to determine if the
device can be used safely.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
CAUTION! Do not disassemble or modify.
WARNING! Not for consumer use. Accidental ignition, fire or injury may result!
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics Inc. products are for
professional use only by licensed operators familiar Always wear safety glasses when handling
with the use of these products. User assumes all pyrotechnics!
liability. User is responsible for use, storage and
transportation in compliance with all local, state and Do not remove binaries from plastic bag until just
federal laws. Misuse may result in injury and damage before use. The desiccant in the sealed bag
to property. Refer to our Safety Guidelines sheet for prevents moisture from degrading the product.
further information.
MIX POWDER
DISCLAIMER 1) Remove cap from bottle A and bottle B of the
RES Specialty Pyrotechnics Inc. makes no guarantee same type of Flash powder.
or warranty. Our products are sold under the condition 2) Pour the contents of bottle A (small bottle)
that the user will evaluate them to determine into bottle B (large bottle).
suitability for their intended use. 3) Replace cap on B bottle and mix contents by
gently inverting bottle back and forth for 30
Device Descriptions: to 60 seconds.
Two Component powders (Binaries) are pre-
measured Theatrical Flash powders designed to be CAUTION – inadequately mixed powders will not
mixed and consumed on site. The components are perform properly and will not produce predictable
not explosive until mixed. or reproducible effects. Possible personal injury
or fires may result.
Standard Flash is designed to make a bright flash of
light and smoke with little noise when properly used in LOAD AND TEST DEVICE
a standard flash pot. This flash is designed for a 1) Disable firing system.
steel fixture of 3.5 inch bore with 0.25 inch 2) Using bottle cap as a measure, place
sidewall and 3 inch height. desired amount of flash powder into fixture.
3) Install electric match in device.
Concussion Flash is designed to make a loud report 4) Position device so it can function safely.
with little visual effect when properly use in a Check separation distances from people and
concussion mortar. This flash is designed for flammable objects. Ensure operator can
standard steel concussion mortars with a 1 inch observe device where it is placed.
bore and 0.5 inch sidewall. 5) Test device according to firing system
manufacturer’s instructions.
Concussion Flash XL is designed to make a louder 6) Disable firing system.
report and reduced odor. This flash must be used in
steel concussion mortars with a 1 inch bore and FIRE DEVICE
minimum 1 inch sidewall thickness. 1) Confirm that device can be fired safely.
2) Confirm operator can observe device being
Super Sparkle, Silver or Gold is designed to fired.
produce a bright flash of light and noise with a plume 3) Enable firing system.
of silver or gold sparks. This flash is designed for 4) Fire according to firing system
use in a steel fixture of 3.5 inch bore, 0.25 inch manufacturer’s instructions.
sidewall and 6 inch height. 5) Disable firing system after firing device.
Binary effects other than concussion effects must Additional information and guidelines for the use of
be separated from the audience and flammable proximate pyrotechnics can be found in NFPA 1126:
objects by a minimum distance of 15 feet. Standard for the use of Pyrotechnics before a
Proximate Audience.
Concussion effects must be separated by a
minimum of 25 feet from the audience. All RES Specialty Pyrotechnics Inc. is available to
personnel within 25 feet of concussion effects answer any questions you may have concerning our
must have hearing protection. products. Please call us Monday through Friday, 8AM
until 4PM at 952-873-3113. You may also e-mail us
at: info@respyro.com.
