What should be done if a flame effect sensor reports a fault during a show?

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When a flame effect sensor reports a fault, safety and reliable control depend on treating it as a serious interlock issue. The sensor is part of the system that confirms flames are present or properly extinguished and can trigger a stop if something goes wrong. If you operate with a fault, you risk the flame running uncontrolled or failing to shut off when needed, which could cause a fire or gas hazard and put crew and audience at risk.

The correct action is to immediately follow the emergency shutdown procedure and investigate the fault. This brings the system to a safe state, stops ignition and gas flow, and allows you to diagnose whether the sensor, its wiring, or the controller is faulty. After identifying and correcting the fault—through checks, replacements, or recalibration—you can safely resume operation once the safety interlocks are verified.

Options that try to continue with reduced flame, ignore and restart, or log the fault and carry on do not address the safety risk and are not acceptable in live show practice.