SF-1000
fog machine
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
09.01.2013
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 15
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 16
6 Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 22
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 25
8 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 26
9 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 27
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 29
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General notes
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General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
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General notes
Symbols and signal words
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user 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 possible dangerous situation that
can result in death or serious injury if it is not
avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
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General notes
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – flammable substances.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – harmful or irritating substances.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
General notes
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Safety instructions
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Intended use
Safety
Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used to produce artificial fog by vaporising fog fluid. 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 resulting 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.
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.
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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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. 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 regis‐
tered electrician.
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Safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of burns from flammable liquids
The use of flammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage
to property.
Always use approved fog fluids. Never fill flammable liquids into the tank of the
device.
WARNING!
Risk of burns
The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns. Occasionally hot
fluid drops may escape from the nozzle.
The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least one metre
(3.3 feet).
Do not touch the fog nozzle during and shortly after operation. It becomes very
hot and may cause burns even several hours after switching off the device.
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Safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of slipping caused by condensation
Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to floors. Floors
and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog.
Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the floors without a
slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.
WARNING!
Health hazard caused by fog fluid handling
Fog fluid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstuffs.
However, it may be harmful if swallowed.
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog fluid in a safe
place. If the fog fluid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water.
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Safety instructions
CAUTION!
Possible respiratory problems
The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog fluid. The use of
other fluids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of nonapproved fluids shall be excluded.
Do not create fog in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
Do not expose persons with health problems (such as allergic respiratory condi‐
tions, asthma) to artificial fog.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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Features
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Features
This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages.
Special features of the device:
n Remote control included
n Suitable for mobile use
n Large fog fluid container
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Installation
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Installation
Unpack and check carefully 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.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
You can install the device on the wall, the ceiling or on the floor. The device must not be posi‐
tioned with more than 15° inclination during operation. The unit requires 20 cm clearance on
the sides and above.
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Connections and operating elements
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Front panel
Connections and operating elements
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1 Fog nozzle.
2 Fluid container with screw-cap.
3 Carrying handle.
4 Fog fluid feed line from fluid container to vaporiser.
5 Tommy screws to adjust the bracket.
6 Bracket for hanging.
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Connections and operating elements
Rear panel
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2 Fluid container with screw-cap.
3 Carrying handle.
4 Fog fluid feed line from fluid container to vaporiser.
5 Tommy screws to adjust the bracket.
6 Bracket for hanging.
7 This LED indicates that the unit is warming up.
8 Connection for the remote control.
9 Main switch to turn the device on or off
10 POWER INPUT
IEC chassis connector with fuse holder for operating voltage supply.
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Connections and operating elements
Remote control
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11 Rotary control INTERVAL
This control lets you adjust the time interval between two fog outputs in a range of 10 to 200 seconds.
12 Rotary control VOLUME
With this control you can set the amount of fog per output to be produced (between 0 % and 100 %).
13 The green status LED indicates that the unit has reached the required operating temperature for fog generation
14 Button MANUAL
Press this button to output the maximum amount of fog regardless of the other settings.
15 The red LED indicates that the device is heating up.
16 Push button CONT
Press this button to turn continuous operation on or off. In this mode, that amount of fog is continuously output
which you have set with the VOLUME control.
17 The yellow LED indicates that the Timer function is active.
18 Push button TIMER
Use this switch to turn the Timer function on or off. In this mode, the amount of fog set by the VOLUME control is
output within the time intervals that you have set with the INTERVAL control.
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Operation
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Filling the unit
Operation
NOTICE!
Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog fluid
Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the
unit.
Only use the fog fluids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for
use.
First, make sure the unit is switched off.
Open the screw-cap of the container and fill in the fog fluid. Make sure that no fluid is spilled or
gets into the device. The easiest way is using a funnel. The container capacity is 1.5 litre.
Screw the cap firmly back in.
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Turning the unit on
Operation
NOTICE!
Fire hazard
Do not operate the machine unattended.
Make sure that the remote control is connected.
Connect the device to the power grid and turn it on with the main switch. The red LEDs on the
unit and the remote control light up, thus indicating that the unit is heating up.
As soon as the required operating temperature is reached, the green LED on the remote con‐
trol lights up. The unit is now operational.
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Operation
Operating modes
Turning the unit off
The device supports the following operating modes which can be selected with the remote
control:
n Manual operation with maximum amount of fog
Press the MANUAL button. This mode takes precedence over all others. That means that
you don't have to turn off the timer function and continuous operation before you press
the button.
n Continuous operation with adjustable fog output
In this mode, the amount of fog that you have set with the VOLUME control is ejected uni‐
formly. Press the CONT switch to turn this mode on or off.
n Timer controlled operation with adjustable fog output
In this mode, the amount of fog that you have set with the VOLUME control is periodically
ejected (adjustable with the INTERVAL control). Press the TIMER switch to turn this mode
on or off. The yellow LED lights up when the timer function is active. Each fog ejection lasts
for about 13 seconds.
When the fog fluid in the container is depleted, the pump is automatically turned off. Once
you fill up the fog fluid, the pump is turned back on again.
Turn off the power using the main switch. Transport the device only when it is completely
cooled down. To avoid leaking fog fluid during transport, you should transport the device only
with empty fluid container.
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Technical specifications
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Heater power 1.000 W
Fog output
Fluid container capacity 1.5 l
Warm-up time approx. 5 min
Fuse 3.15 A / 250 V, fast-acting
Dimensions (W × D × H) 220 mm × 440 mm × 230 mm
Weight 8 kg
Technical specifications
approx. 280 m3/min
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Troubleshooting
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Symptom Remedy
The unit does not work Check the mains connection and the main fuse.
The unit does not eject any fog 1. Check the fluid level in the fog container.
Troubleshooting
In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you
some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:
2. Check the connection to the remote control.
3. Switch the device off and check the 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.
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Cleaning
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Procedure
Cleaning
NOTICE!
Possible damages caused by unsuitable cleaning agents
Cleaners not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the unit.
Only use the fog machine cleaners listed on www.thomann.de and follow their
instructions for use.
Clean the appliance after every 30 operating hours, or if it was not in use for a longer period of
time.
1. Make sure that the device is turned off, disconnected from the mains and completely
cooled down.
2. Place the unit in a well ventilated place.
3. If there's still fog fluid present in the device, pour it out and fill the fog machine cleaner
into the fluid container
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Cleaning
4. Connect the device to the mains and turn it on with the main switch. The red lights on
the device and on the remote control light up and thereby indicate that the unit heats
up.
5. As soon as the required temperature is reached, the green LED on the remote control
lights up.
Use the CONT switch to switch the unit to continuous operation and wait until the fluid
container is empty.
6. The cleaning is completed. Turn the power off and wait until the unit is fully cooled
down before you fill in fog fluid again.
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Protecting the environment
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Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of your old device
Protecting the environment
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.
This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC.
Do not dispose of the device 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.
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Notes
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de
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