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WELCOME
Important Information About your Foam Cannnon X-Stream Machine
Congratulations on your purchase of this FoamMaters foam machine. With
your foam machine you will dazzle and entertain audiences in large or small
venues. Your Foam Cannon X-Stream is manufactured with many features,
but at the same time it is very easy to use.
The Foam Cannon X-Stream is a recreational foam generator used for creating an entertaining
environment for parties, nightclubs, and fun special effects. Its sleek design and stainless steel
construction makes it a popular appliance for years and years of foam making. The Foam Cannon
X-Stream will produce large quantities of foam in a short period of time (10-20 minutes), so there is
fun for all as soon as the Cannon is activated.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Failure to follow these instruc tions can cause serious b odily injur y or property damage.
CAUTION: YOU MUST READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE
OPERATING THE FOAM CANNON X-STREAM.
The Foam Cannon X-Stream is an Electric Product and not a Toy. Adult Supervision is Continuously
Necessary to Avoid the Risk of Electric Shock or Personal Injury. It should not be operated or
placed where small children can reach it. Always keep fingers away from the FAN GUARD
and never remove the GUARD or the Electronic Enclosure Cover. Children should also always stay
away from the solution container at all times to minimize the risk of shock or drowning.
General Information
The Foam Cannon X-Stream generates a layer of foam on every surface that obscures ground vision
and can cause slipping. Always prepare your foaming area using a flat surface free of obstructions,
such as steps, standing water, cables, ledges, electronic equipment, rocks, toys, and sharp objects
before generating foam.
Never place the pump in water or remove the pump from the water while the Foam Cannon XStream is plugged into an electronic socket. Always use a plastic container to hold solution.
Do not run the Foam Cannon X-Stream while the solution container has a water or solution level
lower than 1/8”. Never use water with a temperature greater than 104 Degrees F. Never use any
ingredient in your solution container other than water and/or your Foam Master’s foam solution. If
you do not follow these directions, the pump and Cannon can be damaged.
Always operate the Foam Cannon X-Stream on a dry, level surface with the rear brakes locked. The
cables and hose should be routed so that pedestrian traffic cannot trip over the cable or hose.
Never leave the Foam Cannon X-Stream unattended while operating. Do not operate it in the rain or
in standing water. Do not place the Foam Cannon X-Stream within 10 ft (3 meters) of a swimming
pool, steps, or a ledge without a guardrail.
Use Caution when adjusting the vertical aim of the Cannon nozzle, since it may rotate freely when
unlocked and contact (injuring) someone underneath the cone.
Always use an outlet with an earth grounding receptacle and a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI).
Never use this product for any activity other than for what it is intended.
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Foam Cannon X-stream Features and Specifications
Features
❆ Made primarily of stainless steel
❆ Castoring wheels with brake locks
❆ Low consumption of water and foam gel
❆ Lifetime warranty
❆ Long lasting dry foam
❆ Fast type connector for water inlet
❆ Hook up standard garden hose to tap water
❆ 24-Hour Technical Service
Specifications
Features and Specifications
Voltage: 110 60 Hz or 220 60 Hz
Fuse: 20 Amps
Size: 25.5” Wide, 55 “ Long and 56” Tall
Weight: 240 lbs
Materials: Predominately Stainless Steel
Foam GenerationRate: 480 cubic square feet per minute (approximate)
Cable Length 10 feet
Hose Length: 20 feet
Other: Caster locks on rear wheels
Switch
Valve
Locking
Wheels
Fuse
Sump Pump
25 Gallon
Reservoir
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Foam Solution Mixture
Solution Mixture:
Foam Masters Labs are constantly inventing and reformulating solutions in order to improve the
foam from the Foam Cannon X-Stream. Please contact Foam Masters at 800-745-8599 for more
information on new foams. In order to prevent operation problems, always use a Foam Master
approved foam solution. Failure to use approved Foam Masters solution will automatically void the
lifetime warrranty.
Always mix and store the Solutions in a plastic container.
FG-HDF Solution. The ratio for this foam solution is 50 units of water to 1 unit of solution. See the
chart below for some examples of common water/solution ratios for the FG-HDF Solution only.
Minimum
Container Size
12 gallons 10 gallons .2 .8 26
26 gallons 25 gallons .5
32 gallons 30 gallons .6 2.4 77
42 gallons 40 gallons .8 3.2 102
52 gallons 50 gallons
Stir the solution in the container before operating the Cannon.
Water
FG-HDF Solution
Gallons Quarts Ounces
2 64
1 4 128
Solution Mixture
FG-1080 Solution: The ratio for this foam solution is 10 gallons of water to 1 unit of solution. See
the chart below for some examples of common water/solution ratios for the FG-1080 Solution only.
Minimum
Container Size
12 gallons 10 gallons 1 gallon
25 gallons 20 gallons 2 gallons
35 gallons 30 gallons 3 gallons
50 gallons 40 gallons 4 gallons
60 gallons 50 gallons 5 gallons
Water
FG-1080
Solution
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General Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions:
The Foam Cannon X-Stream has some simple instructions that must be followed carefully in order to
create rich foam, ensure the safety of the operators/participants, and to protect the equipment from
damage. PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
The Foam Cannon X-Stream uses a sump pump and a premixed solution to ensure that the solution
flow rate is ideal in the creation of foam. The two electrically operated pieces of equipment in the
Foam Cannon X-Stream are the Sump Pump (110V or 220V) and the Blower (110V or 220V).
1) Prepare the area you intend to fill with foam. Always prepare your foaming area; making sure it is
a flat surface free of obstructions such as steps, standing water, cables, ledges, electronic equipment,
Operating Instructions
rocks, toys and sharp objects before generating foam. Note that if the area surface is linoleum, it will
be much more slippery than an outdoor carpet, concrete or lawn. Always warn participants that the
foam will make the floor slippery, which is part of the fun.
2) Locate the Foam Cannon X-Stream 10 feet (3 meters) from the area you intend to fill with foam.
Aim the nozzle in the desired direction and lock the rear caster wheels to prevent the Cannon from
rolling. Make sure the Foam Cannon X-Stream is resting on a surface that is level and dry. It should
never be located within 10 ft of a swimming pool, steps or ledge without a guardrail.
3) Prepare the foam solution in a plastic container (per the “Solution Mixture” section) and locate
it within 20 ft of the Cannon. The container should always be plastic. Lower the Sump Pump into
the container. Plug in the Sump Pump Cord to the electric connector on the Cannon’s electronic
housing. The Foam Cannon X-Stream should never be plugged into the electrical
outlet when lowering or raising the Sump Pump from the solution container. The
Sump Pump should never be run with less than an 1/8” of solution in the solution container or you
will damage the pump.
4) After clearing people away from the nozzle end of the Foam Cannon X-Stream, plug the electric
cord into the 110V or 220V outlet. Press down on the switch marked “Blower” to turn on the Foam
Cannon X-Stream. In less than 30 seconds, foam should flow out of the Cannon nozzle. If foam is
not created after 1 minute, turn off and unplug the Cannon. Review the Q/A Problems section in this
manual. When you have created a desired amount of foam or emptied the container, turn off the
Cannon by pressing on the lower part of the “Blower” switch. Always unplug the Cannon when you
are not supervising its operation.
5) In order to increase the range of the foam stream, you can tilt the Cannon by carefully rotating the
right angle handle on the side of the Cannon counter-clockwise. In order to set the position, place
your hand on the square nut plate on the other side of the handle bolt while rotating the handle
clockwise (to prevent the nut plate from rotating).
6) After running the Cannon for 30 seconds, use the adjust valve below the Foam Cannon X-Stream.
This will allow you to tweak the richness of the foam (wetter or dryer). The foam should shoot in a
spiral stream from the end of the nozzle. Have Fun Making Foam!
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General Maintenance and Cleaning
General Maintenance
Fuse Replacement:
To replace the fuse, unplug the Cannon at the electrical outlet. Remove the fuse cap located below
the “Blower” Switch by pressing down on it and rotating it counter-clockwise. Pull off the fuse with
the cap and replace it with another 20 AMP fuse. Place the cap back on the fuse holder and rotate it
clockwise. If the fuse burns out immediately, contact Foam Masters customer service at 888-391-7669.
Hose Replacement:
Upon damaging the hose, replace it with a standard 25-foot long garden hose. A longer hose may
affect foam output.
Electrical Wire Damage:
Foam Masters will repair all wire damage per the lifetime warranty.
General Repair:
The Foam Masters Foam Cannon X-Stream has a lifetime warranty and should never require
you to remove the electrical panel or fan guard
Please contact Foam Masters if you have questions on its operation or warranty.
(extreme danger).
WARRANTY WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY VOIDED IF REPAIRS ARE PERFORMED BY
ANYONE OTHER THAN A TRAINED FOAMMASTER TECHNICIAN.
General Maintenance and Cleaning
Cleaning Simplified
In order to clean the Foam Cannon X-Stream, fill another plastic container with water and insert the
Sump Pump (the Cannon or Pump unplugged) as before. Run the Foam Cannon for 3-5 minutes.
After a minute or so, it is normal for water to run out from the back end of the Foam Cannon. Use
Stainless Steel Cleaner on the Outside of the Cannon except on the FAN housing, Plastic Container
and Tubing/Valve/Switches/Connectors/Hose/Wire.
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Types of Trouble and Their Solutions
Symptoms and Cause and/or Corrective Actions
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Troubleshooting
If the Cannon does not generate foam, review the following checklist.
a) Is the Fan Operating? (Air is shooting out nozzle of Cannon.)
Yes: Move on to (b)
No: Check the electric plug interface to the outlet connection. Check the “Blower” Switch-
press it up and down. Unplug the outlet plug before checking the fuse (see fuse changing
instructions above). If it still does not operate, call Foam Masters Technical Service.
b) Is the Sump Pump Operating? Is there water coming out of the Cannon when you
turn it on?
Yes: Go to (c)
No: Make sure the pump is submerged in solution. Check that the electrical connection
between the pump and the Cannon electrical box connector is locked. Make sure the hose
is hooked up between the pump and the valve connection on the Cannon. If it still does not
operate, call Foam Masters Technical Service.
c) Adjust the hand valve below the Cannon to a number of positions to see if it helps generate
a dryer or wetter foam. Create another batch of solution and double check that you match one
of the “solution mixtures” noted above (for the correct solution type). Retest the Cannon with the
new solution batch. If it still does not generate foam, call Foam Masters Technical Service.
d) Is the mix of foam to water correct? Try mixing one more gallon of HDF to the reservoir with
water.
Warning: Some minicipal city water sources have harsh minerals that may cause bad
production of foam. In other cases, bad production of foam may be caused by the facility using
a water softener. The water softner acts like a de-foamer and does not produce good foam.
Technical Service
Foam Masters 24 hr Technical Service line at:
888-391-7669 or email [email protected]
www.foammaster.com
Sales - 800-745-8599
256-229-5551
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Warranty
Foam Masters provides a limited lifetime warranty for the Foam Cannon X-Stream
for all manufacturing defects for such items as the fan, pump, valves, electronics,
casters and components. Any misuse, abuse or negligence automatically voids
our warranty. Running any liquids/materials other than water and the Foam
Masters solutions through the pump/cannon automatically voids our warranty.
Foam Masters is not responsible for loss of income, labor, or business as a result
of a Foam Cannon X-Stream malfunction. Foam Masters is not responsible for
physical damage, scratching or hose damage after shipping from Foam Master’s
Manufacturing facility. For safety reasons, Foam Masters will repair damaged
wires per the warranty. Direct all questions and claims to the Foam Masters
Technical Support Number. 888-391-7669.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Anderson, AL 35610 • USA
3481 County Road 93
Anderson, AL 35610
www.foammaster.com
AUSTRALIA • NASHVILLE
LOS ANGELES • FORT LAUDERDALE
Sales
: 256-229-5551
Fax: 256-229-5552
24 Hour Tech Support
1-888-391-7669
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