Ice Fog User
Guide
- June 2002
6
SETTING UP
WARNING:
•
When not in use ALWAYS switch off the power switch located on the back panel,
or unplug the generator.
•
Never install above people.
•
This Fog Generator must be installed in an upright position on a stable and leveled
surface.
•
Use in a well ventilated area.
Maximum Operating Pressure: 414 kPa / 4.1 bar / 60 psi.
LIQUID & GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
–
In the European Community the gas cylinder and regulator must be
compliant with the Pressure Vessel Directive. In North America the gas cylinder must be
manufactured, inspected and tested in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT) 3AL and Transport Canada (TC) 3ALM requirements.
Attention:
Only use low pressure refrigerated liquid Carbon Dioxide (CO
2
) Dewar
container. The recommended pressure should be 1500 kPa (225 psi) ± 10%.
Caution:
To prevent liquid and or gas leaks and drop of pressure, ALWAYS use a
neoprene washer when connecting the hose to the Dewar.
The CO
2
gas is used as a propellant when generating Fog. Output pressure can be
adjusted by mean of the CO
2
gas regulator that you will find in the back panel of the
generator.
FILLING OF THE FLUID RESERVOIR
WARNING
–
Use only MDG Low Fog Fluid. No doing so will damage the generator
and will void the warranty
.
CAUTION
:
•
DISCONNECT UNIT BEFORE ADDING FOG FLUID
•
DEPRESSURIZE THE FLUID RESERVOIR BY TURNING OFF
THE PRESSURE SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BACK PANEL OF
THE GENERATOR
To fill the fluid reservoir, unscrew the brass closure and pour the MDG Low Fog Fluid
until it reaches the inside bottom of the opening. Avoid overfilling, screw back the clo-
sure and make sure it is hand tightened.
