User manual

Page 4 of 11 Nimbus™ User Manual (Rev. 07)
Safety Notes
Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product. The
Notes include important safety information about installation, usage, and maintenance.
 Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution.
 Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning.
 Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged.
 Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord.
 Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating.
 Do not touch the product’s housing when operating because it may be very hot.
 Do not mount the product on a flammable surface (linoleum, carpet, wood, paper,
carton, plastic, etc.)
 The product’s nozzle is very hot during operation and it remains hot for a long time
after operation has stopped.
 The CO² exits the nozzle at a very high temperature. Keep a minimum distance of
6.5 ft (2 m) from the nozzle to the nearest object.
 Do not use the product as a space heater.
 Do not handle dry ice with bare hands. Thick gloves must be worn.
 Do not swallow dry ice. It may lead to severe internal injuries.
 Before breaking the dry ice, cover it with a piece of cloth or place the block in a cloth
bag. Eye protection must be worn.
 Do not use in a confined space. Make sure the room is well ventilated before
beginning usage.
 Dry ice should never be stored in a sealed container. It can lead to a pressure build-
up and a risk of an explosion.
 For safety reasons, we do not recommend mounting the product in any capacity.
Operate the product while it is on the ground only.
 During warm up and operation, water will be scolding hot. Do not place your hand
into the water.
 Do not remove basket when the unit is plugged in or when heaters are hot.
 Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the
product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product.
 The product is for indoor use only! (IP20) To prevent risk of fire or shock, do not
expose the product to rain or moisture.
 Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation, at least 20 in (50
cm) from adjacent surfaces.
 Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product’s housing are blocked.
 Never connect the product to a dimmer.
 Never carry the product from the power cord or any moving part
 The maximum ambient temperature (Ta) is 104° F (40° C). Do not operate the
product at higher temperatures.
 In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately.
 Never try to repair the product. Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to
damage or malfunction. Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance
center.
 Do not continue to use the machine once visibility is reduced to 20” (50cm) or
below.
 Do not direct output continuously directly at anything within close proximity of the
discharge nozzle.
 The area in front of the product may become wet during operation. Make sure not to
use near smooth floors as they may become slippery.
 Water temperature should be about 175° F for optimal operation.
 Keep this User Manual for future consultation. If you sell the product to another
user, be sure that they also receive this document.