GF-3000 Ground Fog Machine user manual
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1. themann 17 ov ON a u Carrying handles Lid fastening READY Green indicator light Indicates that the filled in water has the required operating temperature HEATING Red indicator light Lights when the unit is heating up Mains cable for power supply Connecting cable to the heating element Fog nozzle Heating element Lever for raising and lowering the ice bin Ground Fog Machine Operating 6 Operating Turn on the device WARNING A Danger of frostbite when handling dry ice Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide CO at a temperature of 87 5 C Direct contact of dry ice with the skin causes severe frostbite Never touch dry ice with bare hands When handling dry ice wear suitable pro tective gloves and ensure appropriate eye protection If you break up large blocks of dry ice cover them first with a towel or a cloth bag Fire hazard NOTICE o Do not operate the machine unattended 1 Make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains Open the lid fastening 2 and open the lid themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Operating 2 Lift the ice bin with the lever 8 and lock the lever in the highest position marked with 0 Fill the tank with 5 litres of cold water The water level must be below the ice bin when the lever 8 is in the highest position 0 LL Connect the device to the power grid Thered indicator light 4 comes on to indicate that the un2. General information 1 3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find 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 immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided WARNING This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning corrosive substances Warning high voltage Warning extreme cold Warning harmful or irritating substances Warning danger zone gt pb bp themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended for generating artificial fog by evaporation of dry ice in hot water 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 con ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulti
3. portion of the descaling agent dosage according to manufacturer s instructions into the supply tank Fold down the lid and close the lid fastening Lower the ice bin with the lever 8 down to the lowest position 2 Wait about 60 minutes EEE Open the lid fastening 2 and open the lid E Pour the mixture out of the supply tank Rinse the supply tank at least twice with clear water ES themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 26 Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Notes themann 28 Notes themann 2
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5. Dry ice bin capacity Warm up time Operating supply voltage Power consumption Dimensions W x H x D Weight 22 2200 W 8 21 2 2 kg approx 15 min AC 230 V 50 Hz 2530 W 415 mm x 360 mm x 350 mm 7 55 kg Ground Fog Machine 8 Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Although the device is connected to the mains 1 Check the mains connection and the main fuse none of the indicator lights come on See gt 2 Check the water level Fill in so much water that the water level sensor in the supply tank is completely under water No fog output 1 When the red indicator light is lit the unit is still heating up Wait until the green indicator light lights up 2 Check the fluid level in the supply tank 3 Check the fluid level in the dry ice bin Ifthe procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You can find the contact information at www thomann de GF 3000 23 Cleaning 9 Cleaning Components Clean the externally accessible device parts regularly The frequency of cleaning depends on the operating environment wet smoky or particularly dirty surroundings can cause more accumulation of dirt on the device parts Clean with a soft dry cloth Stubborn stains may be removed with a slightly damp cloth BE Never use cleaners containing alcohol
6. a ST FR LAE GF 3000 Ground Fog Machine themann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 20 04 2015 ID 358342 Table of contents vo a vu A w N o Table of contents General information cccccsesssssssseessecsssecssscessecssscessecesseccsscecssccsscecsuseessecsnseesscccsscesuscessceesnceeseeesneees 4 1 1 Further information 1 2 Notational conventions 1 3 Symbols and signal WOrdS sersseerseeerssevssserssserasserassersssssssssesssresseresseresseresseeessesesseensserssseresseressesene 7 Safety instructions u u uesdnieenniins heiten een dh 9 ee Installation uneeseeene Connections and operating elements ununene Operating enini AERE EA Technical specifications nom uneseesnerrsersssevrsvessersseressereseevssserssser Troubleshooting is nrunrnsirsseevssereseresserrsseersserrssersseresseeeseressesesseeesserssseer Cl NINO hoi idad Protecting the environment m is umenvmssenevssersnevnnsirseeseenseeesseerseersseensserssserssseesesesseessesesssensee 27 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General information 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 refe
7. e and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire NOTICE Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet linoleum laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains In case of doubt do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor but use felt pad floor protectors or a carpet 14 Features 3 Features This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs bars discotheques and on stages Special features of the device High efficiency heating element M Large water tank M Robust housing themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Installation 4 Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively Place the unit on a flat non flammable solid surface in a well ventilated area themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Connections and operating elements 5 Connections and operating elements
8. it is heating up When the red indicator light is not lit check the water level and top up water if necessary Carefully fill the ice bin with dry ice It holds 2 2 kg If ice particles lie on the edge of the supply tank wipe the edge clean with a cloth Fold down the lid and close the lid fastening re Wait until the green indicator light 3 comes on Now the water has reached the required temperature for fog generation When the water cools down too much during operation the heating is switched back on and the red indicator light 4 comes on Lower the ice bin slowly with the lever 8 down to the middle position 1 so that the dry ice gets in contact with the hot water As a result the solid carbon dioxide evapo rates immediately and releases clouds of steam emerging from the fog nozzle 7 When the fog output decreases you can lower the ice bin cautiously When water and dry ice are used up you can refill the unit themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 Operating Operation When operating always ensure that there is sufficient water in the supply tank to avoid no load running Turning the unit off Disconnect the device from the mains Transport the device only when it is completely cooled down To avoid leaking water during transport you should transport the device only with empty supply tank themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 7 Technical specifications Heater power Water container capacity
9. ng from improper use This device may be used only by persons with sufficient 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 10 Safety instructions DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Do not modify the mains cable or the plug Failure to do so could result in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a registered electrician WARNING Danger of frostbite when handling dry ice Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide CO at a temperature of 87 5 C Direct contact of dry ice with the skin causes severe frostbite Never touch dry ice with bare hands When handling dry ice wear s
10. or thinner themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Cleaning Descaling WARNING Possible cauterization by descaling agent Descaling agents contain caustic substances that can damage eyes and skin on direct contact Wear protective gloves when using descaling agents When using descaling agents follow the instructions and safety precautions of the descaling agent If eyes or skin have come in contact with descaling agent wash it off immediately with clear water In case of contact with eyes see a doctor If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the packaging or label The appliance should be descaled regularly This shortens the heating time and reduces the energy consumption The frequency depends on the hardness of the water used For descaling we recommend commercially available liquid descaler for household use 1 Make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains Open the lid fastening 2 and open the lid 2 Fillthe tank with 5 litres of cold water 3 Connect the device to the power grid themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Cleaning Thered indicator light 4 comes on to indicate that the unit is heating up Fold down the lid and close the lid fastening Wait until the green indicator light 3 comes on Now the water has reached the required temperature Disconnect the device from the mains pull the mains plug Open the lid fastening 2 and open the lid re ee Fill one
11. rence 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 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 1 1 Further information On our website www thomann de you will find lots of further information and details on the following points Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of nee interest for you quickly A i Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline If you have any problems with the device the Service 4 A customer service will gladly assist you GF 3000 General information 1 2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics Examples VOLUME control Mono button Instructions 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 gt Automatic operation is started 3 Switch off the device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION
12. uitable pro tective gloves and ensure appropriate eye protection If you break up large blocks of dry ice cover them first with a towel or a cloth bag themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Safety instructions WARNING Danger of suffocation on storage of dry ice Gaseous carbon dioxide in high concentrations causes suffocation Even low con centrations can lead to circulatory insufficiency headache unconsciousness nausea or vomiting Keep dry ice containers in a well ventilated area where children can not gain access WARNING Danger of slipping from condensed water Dripping condensation may cause the area around the device to be slippery Check regularly that all floors can be accessed without slipping and remove the condensed water if necessary themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 Safety instructions NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames NOTICE Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only To prevent damage never expose the device to any liquid or moisture Avoid direct sunlight heavy dirt and strong vibrations themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Safety instructions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION NOTICE Power supply Before connecting the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the devic
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