General information 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 reference. 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 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 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.
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. GF-3000...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – corrosive substances. Warning – high-voltage. Warning – extreme cold. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Warning – danger zone. Ground Fog Machine...
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. GF-3000...
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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.
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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. GF-3000...
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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.
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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. GF-3000...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device 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.
Features Features This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages Special features of the device: High efficiency heating element Large water tank Robust housing GF-3000...
Installation 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.
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements GF-3000...
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Connections and operating elements 1 Carrying handles. 2 Lid fastening. 3 [READY] Green indicator light. Indicates that the filled in water has the required operating temperature. 4 [HEATING] Red indicator light. Lights when the unit is heating up. 5 Mains cable for power supply. 6 Connecting cable to the heating element.
If you break up large blocks of dry ice, cover them first with a towel or a cloth bag. NOTICE! Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended. Make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains. Open the lid fastening (2) and open the lid. GF-3000...
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Operating 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]).
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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. GF-3000...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Heater power 2200 W Water container capacity 8.2 l Dry ice bin capacity 2.2 kg Warm-up time approx. 15 min Operating supply voltage AC 230 V , 50 Hz Power consumption 2530 W Dimensions (W × H × D) 415 mm ×...
2. Check the fluid level in the supply tank. 3. Check the fluid level in the dry ice bin. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. GF-3000...
Cleaning 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.
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Make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains. Open the lid fastening (2) and open the lid. Fill the tank with 5 litres of cold water. Connect the device to the power grid. GF-3000...
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Cleaning ð The red 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.
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. GF-3000...
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