Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions............................. 9 Features............................... 18 Installation..............................19 Connections and controls........................20 Operating..............................23 Technical specifications........................26 Troubleshooting............................27 Cleaning...............................
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General information 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 Keyword search interest for you quickly.
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.
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.
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning - slip hazard. Warning – harmful or irritating substances. Warning – danger zone. foam machine...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed to produce foam by foaming a special fluid. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions 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. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock by contact of the foam with electrical contacts If live electrical contacts or electrical connections come into contact with the foam, this can cause an electric shock. Live electrical contacts or electrical connections in the foaming area must be waterproof.
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Safety instructions WARNING! Health hazard when handling foam fluid Foam fluid contains surfactants. Skin contact, eye contact or ingestion of fluid is a health hazard. If swallowed, drink water immediately and do not induce vomiting. If you experi‐ ence symptoms of discomfort, seek medical attention immediately. Immediately wash the skin on contact with the fluid.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Risk of fire Never cover the device, fan intake or vents. Do not install the device near any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames. SF-650...
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Safety instructions 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. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...
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NOTICE! Possible damages caused by unsuitable foam fluid Foam fluids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Only use the foam fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use. 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.
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Safety instructions 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.
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Safety instructions Basic information on the safe The device was designed for use in professional event technology and works safely when used operation of foam machines properly. Note the following: Follow all warnings in this manual. Never leave the running device unattended. The device is not suitable for use in private households or as a children's toy.
Features Features Special features of the device: Compact foam generator with 650 W power Creates airy foam Continuous output Foam ejection range about 3 meters Tethered remote control included foam machine...
Installation Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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 controls Connections and controls foam machine...
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Connections and controls 1 Fan nozzle with filter for foam output 2 Locking screws for the bracket 3 Container with screw-cap for foam fluid 4 Bracket 5 Carrying handle 6 [CONTROLLER INPUT] Connection for the tethered remote control 7 [FUSE 5A] Fuse holder 8 [POWER INPUT] Mains cable for power supply...
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Connections and controls Remote control 10 Main switch. Turns the device on and off. foam machine...
Possible damages caused by unsuitable foam fluid Foam fluids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit. Only use the foam fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for use. First, make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains.
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Operating Switching the device on on off NOTICE! Fire hazard Do not operate the machine unattended. Connect the device to the power grid. ð The device is operational. Turn on the device with the main switch on the tethered remote control. ð...
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Operating Turning the unit off Disconnect the device from the mains. To avoid leaking fluid during transport, you should transport the device only with empty fluid container. SF-650...
Technical specifications Technical specifications Fan power 650 W Fluid container capacity 0.9 l Power consumption 650 W Operating supply voltage 220 – 240 V 50 Hz Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, slow-blow Protection class IP20 Dimensions (W ×...
2. Switch off the device and check the suction hose that leads into the fluid container for flow. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. SF-650...
Cleaning Cleaning Clean the appliance after every 40 operating hours, or if it was not in use for a longer period of time. Replace the foam fluid if the device has not been in use for a long time. Procedure Make sure the unit is turned off and disconnected from the mains.
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Cleaning Fan grids The fan grids of the device must be cleaned of any contamination, such as dust, etc. on a reg‐ ular basis. Before cleaning, switch off the device and disconnect mains-operated devices from the mains. Only use pH-neutral, solvent-free and non-abrasive cleaning agents. Clean the unit with a slightly damp lint-free cloth.
Protecting the environment 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.