AF-180 LED Fogger
Co2 FX
fog machine
user manual
Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0
E-mail: info@thomann.de
Internet: www.thomann.de
21.08.2018, ID: 334044 (V6)
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 9
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 20
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 21
5 Starting up.................................................................................................................................................. 22
6 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 24
7 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 31
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 40
9 Plug and connection assignments.................................................................................................. 42
10 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 43
11 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 45
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12 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 47
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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 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 products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
General information
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General information
1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search
Online guides
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service
Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
General information
Letterings
Displays
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’ , ‘OFF’.
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General information
Instructions
Cross-references
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].
Automatic operation is started.
ð
3. Switch o the device.
References to other locations in this manual are identied by an arrow and the specied page
number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to
the specied location.
Example: See Ä ‘Cross-references’ on page 8.
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1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd 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
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
General information
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
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General information
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – ammable substances.
Warning – hot surface.
Warning – harmful or irritating substances.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is intended for generating articial fog by evaporating the fog uid with which it is
lled, with an additional electronic lighting eect by means of LED technology. 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 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.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient 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.
Extend the life of the device by regular breaks in operation and avoid switching it on and o
frequently. This device is not suitable for continuous use.
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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. 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.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.
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Safety instructions
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 re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.
WARNING!
Risk of burns from ammable liquids
The use of ammable liquids in this device may cause severe burns and damage
to property.
Always use approved fog uids. Never ll ammable liquids into the tank of the
device.
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Safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of burns
The generated fog at the fog nozzle is hot and can cause burns. Occasionally hot
uid drops may escape from the nozzle.
The distance of persons and objects to the fog nozzle must be at least fty centi‐
metre (1.6 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 o the device.
WARNING!
Risk of slipping caused by condensation
Fog machines can produce condensation. Do not direct the fog to oors. Floors
and surfaces can become slippery by condensed fog.
Check at regular intervals whether it is possible to walk on the oors without a
slipping hazard, and, if necessary, remove the condensation.
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WARNING!
Health hazard caused by fog uid handling
Fog uid does contain glycols complying with the regulations for foodstus.
However, it may be harmful if swallowed.
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Keep fog uid in a safe
place. If the fog uid comes into contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water.
CAUTION!
Possible respiratory problems
The device can be operated safely only with the approved fog uid. The use of
other uids can release toxic gases. Claims for damages caused by the use of nonapproved uids 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 articial fog.
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NOTICE!
Risk of re
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.
NOTICE!
Risk of re due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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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.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐
tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).
Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.
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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.
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 re.
General information about how
to safely operate fog machines
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The device was designed for use in professional event technology and works reliably when
used properly. Observe the following information:
n Follow all warnings in these operating instructions.
n Never leave the device running without supervision.
n The device is not suitable for use in private households or as a child's toy.
n Place the device on a stable, re-proof basis that is at least twice as large as the device.
n Maintain a safety distance of 1 m to ammable materials.
n The device is not intended for suspended assembly (the so-called "ying operation").
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n During operation, ensure that the visibility in the room does not fall below 2 m so that
everyone in the room can still orient themselves safely.
n The haze or mist generated by the device may trigger smoke alarms.
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Features
3 Features
This fog machine is suitable for use in clubs, bars, discotheques and on stages.
Special features of the device:
n Coloured fog eects by integrated LEDs
n Control via DMX (7 channels)
n Manual control via wired and infrared remote control (included)
n Vertically and horizontally usable
n Suitable for mobile use due to compact design
For technological reasons, the light output of LEDs decreases over their lifetime. This eect
increases with higher operating temperature. You can extend the service life of the illuminants
by providing adequate ventilation and operating the LEDs with the lowest possible brightness.
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4 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.
The device requires 20 cm clearance at the sides and above. Place the unit on a at, stable sur‐
face. Mount the unit in a horizontal position. Maximum inclination shall not exceed 15°.
Insert the fog uid container into the unit and then mount the supplied safety bracket on the
device. To do so, unscrew the two bolts on the left and right of the opening for the fog uid
container from the housing. Put on the safety bracket and secure it with the two bolts on the
housing ( Ä ‘Side view, device is lying’ on page 24).
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Starting up
5 Starting up
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
NOTICE!
Possible data transmission errors
For error-free operation make use of dedicated DMX cables and do not use ordi‐
nary microphone cables.
Never connect the DMX input or output to audio devices such as mixers or ampli‐
ers.
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Starting up
Connections in DMX mode
Connect the DMX input of the device to the DMX output of a DMX controller or another DMX
device. Connect the output of the rst DMX device to the input of the second one, and so on
to form a daisy chain. Always ensure that the output of the last DMX device in the daisy chain
is terminated with a resistor (110 Ω, ¼ W).
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Connections and operating elements
6 Connections and operating elements
Side view, device is lying
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1 Carrying handle
2 Fog uid container with screw-cap.
3 Fastening screws for the safety bracket of the fog uid container.
4 9 × colour LEDs (3 × red, 3 × green, 3 × blue).
5 Fog nozzle.
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Connections and operating elements
Bottom
6 Fog / light aperture.
7 Safety bracket for the fog uid container.
8 Liquid level indicator.
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9 Fan
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Rear view device is lying
10 [ON | OFF]
Main switch. Turns the device on and o.
11 Operating panel
12 [DMX IN]
DMX input
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13 [DMX OUT]
DMX output
14 [MANUAL SWITCH]
Button for manually triggering the fog burst.
15 [WIRE CONTROLLER]
Connection for the supplied wired remote control.
16 [POWER]
Connection for the power supply.
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Operating panel
Connections and operating elements
18 Display
19 [ENTER]
Button to select a menu option and to conrm the entered values.
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Key to page down in the menu system, and to increase the displayed value.
21
Key to page up in the menu system, and to decrease the displayed value.
22 [FUNC]
Button to open the menu control.
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Connections and operating elements
Wired remote control
Infrared remote control
23 Standby indicators.
When the remote control is connected to the device, these two LEDs indicate that
the unit has reached the operating temperature required for fog generation.
24 Button for manually triggering the fog burst.
25 [ON]
Button for manually triggering the fog burst.
26 [OFF]
Button for manually triggering the fog burst.
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7 Operating
Filling the unit
Operating
NOTICE!
Possible damages caused by unsuitable fog uid
Fog liquids not approved by the manufacturer may permanently damage the
unit.
Only use the fog uids listed on www.thomann.de and follow their instructions for
use.
First, make sure the unit is disconnected from the mains.
Open the screw-cap of the liquid container and ll in the fog uid. Make sure that no fog uid
is spilled or gets into the device. The easiest way is using a funnel. The container capacity is
2.5 litre.
Screw the cap rmly back on.
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Operating
Turning the unit on
NOTICE!
Fire hazard
Do not operate the machine unattended.
Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch. During the
warm-up time of about 3 minutes (± 30 s) the display shows ‘UP’ . Once the device is opera‐
tional, the display will change to ‘rEAD’ .
When the machine receives a DMX signal, the display shows the set DMX address, even during
start-up and warm-up time. Then the unit does not respond to manual control commands, you
only have the option to adjust the DMX address via the device menu.
In all modes, the maximum duration of a fog burst is 6 seconds, the charging time between
two fog bursts is also about 6 seconds.
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Operation with an empty uid container can lead to overheating and permanent damage of
the pump. When operating, always ensure that there is sucient fog uid in the liquid con‐
tainer to avoid no-load running.
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Operating mode ‘Manual con‐
trol’
This mode can only be selected when no DMX controller is connected and turned on.
In this mode, the fog output can be triggered and deactivated using the [MANUAL SWITCH] or
the remote control.
Using the [MANUAL SWITCH] on the device and the manual fog trigger button on the remote
control ( Ä ‘Manual control via wired remote control’ on page 35) to control the duration of the
fog burst.
The colour eect can be adjusted via the menu of the device.
1. Press [SET] to conrm the selection.
2.
Press the buttons [FUNC] or use the arrow buttons and , until the display shows
‘CoLo’ .
3. Conrm with [ENTER].
The last set value ‘Co1’ …‘Auto’ is ashing in the display.
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4.
Select the desired colour setting with the arrow buttons and see following table.
5. Conrm the input with [ENTER].
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Operating
Display Colour setting
‘oFF’ LEDs o
‘Co1’ Red steady light
‘Co2’ Green steady light
‘Co3’ Blue steady light
‘Co4’ Red / green steady light
‘Co5’ Red / blue steady light
‘Co6’ Blue / green steady light
‘Co7’ Red / green / blue steady light
‘Auto’ Automatic colour change, all LEDs
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Operating
Manual control via wired
remote control
Manual control via IR remote
control
If the device is not controlled by DMX you can trigger and regulate the fog output with the red
push button on the remote control. When you release the button, or after about 6 seconds the
device stops the fog output. After the charging time of about 6 seconds you can trigger
another fog burst.
Connect the remote control to the connector socket [WIRE CONTROLLER] at the control panel
of the device. Make sure that the two indicator LEDs on the remote control light up.
If the device is not controlled via DMX, you can control the fog output using the keys [ON] and
[OFF] of the IR remote control. Press [ON] to trigger an even fog burst of maximum 6 seconds
with maximum intensity. Press [OFF] to end the fog burst.
Activate the infrared port on the device.
1. Press [FUNC] to open the menu control.
2.
Press the buttons [FUNC] or use the arrow buttons and , until the display shows
‘InFr’ .
3. Conrm with [ENTER].
4.
Press the arrow keys und to change between ‘on’ (IR port on the device is turned
on) and ‘o’ (IR port on the device is turned o).
5. Conrm the input with [ENTER].
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Operating
Operating mode ‘DMX’
Set the DMX address of the device using the menu control.
1. Press [FUNC] to open the menu control.
2.
Press the buttons [FUNC] again or use the arrow buttons and , until the display shows
‘Addr’ .
3. Conrm with [ENTER].
The last set value ‘1’ …‘506’ is ashing in the display.
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4.
Select the desired address with the arrow buttons and .
5. Conrm the input with [ENTER].
Make sure that this number matches the conguration of your DMX controller.
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DMX assignment
ChannelValue Function
1 Amount of fog
0…9 No fog output (0 %)
10…255 Fog output (100 %)
2 Brightness of all LEDs
0…255 LEDs o to maximum brightness
3 Colour eect
0…20 All LEDs o
21…35 Red steady light
36…50 Green steady light
51…65 Blue steady light
66…80 Red / green steady light
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Operating
ChannelValue Function
81…95 Red / blue steady light
96…110 Blue / green steady light
111…127 Red / green / blue steady light
128…255 Automatic colour change, all LEDs, increasing speed
4 Strobe eect
0…9 Stroboscope eect o
10…255 Stroboscope eect from slow to fast
5 Intensity colour eect red
0…255 Red LEDs o to maximum brightness when channel 3 ≤ 20
6 Intensity colour eect green
0…255 Green LEDs o to maximum brightness when channel 3 ≤ 20
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ChannelValue Function
7 Intensity colour eect blue
0…255 Blue LEDs o to maximum brightness when channel 3 ≤ 20
Operating
Turning the unit o
Turn o the power using the main switch. Transport the device only when it is completely
cooled down. To avoid leaking fog uid during transport, you should transport the device only
with empty uid container.
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Technical specications
8 Technical specications
Fluid container capacity 2.5 l
Fluid consumption approx. 40 ml / min
Warm-up time
Heater power 820 W
For burst duration, max. approx. 6 s
Charging time between fog bursts approx. 6 s
Fog burst reach
LED conguration: 3 × red
Operating supply voltage
Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, fast-acting
3 min (± 30 s)
3 m (± 30 cm)
3 × green
3 × blue
230 V 50 Hz
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Technical specications
Power consumption 850 W
Dimensions (W × H × D) 190 mm ×340 mm ×300 mm (15.35in. × 5.31in. × 15.55in.)
Weight 8.9 kg
Environmental conditions
Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C
Relative humidity 50 %, non-condensing
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Plug and connection assignments
9 Plug and connection assignments
Introduction
DMX connections
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This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment so that a perfect light experience is guaranteed.
Please take our tips, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug
ts into a socket, the result of an incorrect connection may be a destroyed DMX controller, a
short circuit or ‘just’ a not working light show!
The unit oers a 3-pin XLR socket for DMX output and a 3-pin XLR plug for DMX input. Please
refer to the drawing and table below for the pin assignment of a suitable XLR plug.
Pin Conguration
1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal inverted (DMX–, ‘cold signal’)
3 Signal (DMX+, ‘hot signal’)
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In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you
some suggestions for easy troubleshooting:
Symptom Remedy
The unit does not work Check the mains connection and the main fuse.
No haze output 1. Check the uid level in the fog container.
2. Switch the device o and check the hose that leads into the uid container
for ow.
No response to the DMX controller 1. Check the address settings and the DMX polarity.
2. Try using another DMX controller.
3. Check to see if the DMX cables run near or alongside to high voltage cables
that may cause damage or interference to DMX interface circuits.
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Troubleshooting
If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You
can nd the contact information at www.thomann.de.
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11 Cleaning
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 o, disconnected from the mains and completely
cooled down.
2. Position the unit in a well ventilated place.
3. Insert the suction hose of the fog machine into the bottle with the fog machine cleaner.
4. Connect the device to the mains power grid and turn it on with the main switch.
5. Wait until the unit has reached the required operating temperature.
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Cleaning
6. Change to continuous operation and let the device produce fog for about 20 seconds.
7. Insert the suction hose of the fog machine back into the fog uid container and let the
device again produce fog for about 20 seconds. This will rinse the lines.
The cleaning is completed.
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The fan grids of the device must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dust and dirt. Before
cleaning, switch o the device and disconnect AC-powered devices from the mains. Use a lintfree damp cloth for cleaning. Never use solvents or alcohol for cleaning.
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12 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 these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Disposal of batteries
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into re. Dispose of the bat‐
teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.
Protecting the environment
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Protecting the environment
Disposal of your old device
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal rm 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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