Instruction Manual SmokEpump
Dear Customer, We are delighted that you have selected the PowerBox Smokepump from our range of products. 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The PowerBox Smokepump has been developed by PowerBox-Systems specifically for pumping smoke oil in model aircraft.
The maximum flow rate of the Smokepump (Order No. 8010) is around 750 ml/ min, while the Smokepump Jet (Order No. 8015) is capable of around 950 ml/min. The set includes all the necessary connecting leads and a length of heat-resistant hose. The standard set also contains a Y-piece which can be used to connect both silencers of an opposed-twin (boxer) engine.
Interpretation of the LED signal - Green: Pump ready - Red blinking: Pump waits for switch “off” position - Red/Green blinking: no Signal 3. INITIAL STEPS BEFORE USING THE SMOKEPUMP: 3.1. Connecting the tubes The nipple marked “IN” on the smoke pump must be connected to the smoke oil tank using Tygon fuel tubing (do not use silicone tubing). Please be particularly careful to keep the tank, the clunk pick-up and all tubing clean.
3.2. Electrical connections Use the red/blue lead to connect the smoke pump to the power supply: it can simply be plugged into any vacant output of a PowerBox battery backer. The current drain varies greatly according to the viscosity of the smoke oil. If you prefer to use a power supply other than a genuine PowerBox product, we recommend the use of a separate battery (4S - 5S NiMH, 2S LiPo/LiIon, 2S LiFe), which can be connected directly to the pump’s power input socket.
PowerBox Smokepump without version number This version of the software was supplied between 2010 and 10/2014. The pump controller behaves like a conventional speed controller: Transmitter -100% » pump off Transmitter +100% » full pump power Examples: a) You wish to set 30% pump power; this is the usual requirement for petrol engines.
PowerBox Smokepump with version number V4 This version of the software has been supplied since 10/2014. The pump controller has been fine-tuned to make it easier to set up the radio control system: Transmitter - 100% to 0% » pump off Transmitter + 100% » full pump power Examples: a) You wish to set 30% pump power; this is the usual requirement for petrol engines.
PowerBox Smoke Pump, version number V05 (Jet version only) This version of the software has been supplied from 7/2016. In addition to the functions described for V04 the pump controller offers one additional feature: Transmitter 0% to + 100% » pump output infinitely variable Transmitter - 100% to 0% » pump switches to interval operation The On / Off times for interval operation can be varied by adjusting the travel at the transmitter. -100% short intervals -30% long intervals 4.
5. GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS - The best smoke oil to use is the proven PowerBox BlueMax. This oil produces the best results in terms of smoke generation, and is consumed at a very low rate. The oil is non-resinous and is completely devoid of oxidation problems. Its use also guarantees that all the pump’s moving parts have an almost indefinite lifespan. - The use of diesel fuel or formwork oil invalidates any claim under guarantee.
- For piston-engined models a flow rate in the range 20% to 30% is generally sufficient. Avoid excessive settings: if the flow rate is too high, the oil cannot be converted into smoke efficiently, and the model will be severely soiled. If smoke continues to be generated after the pump is switched off, this usually indicates that the flow rate setting is too high; the excess smoke oil remains unvaporised and collects in the exhaust; it is then consumed after the pump is switched off.
6. DIMENSION 7. TECHNICAL DATA Operating voltage: Current drain Power-on state: Current drain Standby: Max. flow rate: Smoke medium: Dimensions: Weight: Temperature range: 4.0V - 9.0V approx. 1.5 Ampere at 100% 10μ μA max. 750ml/min Smokeoil „BlueMax“ or 3W Smokeoil 79 x 31 mm 125g -30°C to +75°C 8. SET CONTENTS - PowerBox SmokePump - 1x 3-core patch lead: signal lead - 1x 2-core patch lead: power supply lead www.powerbox-systems.
9. SERVICE NOTE We are anxious to offer good service to our customers, and to this end we have set up a Support Forum which deals with all queries concerning our products. This relieves us of a great deal of work, as it eliminates the need to answer frequently asked questions time and again. At the same it gives you the opportunity to obtain help quickly all round the clock - even at weekends. All the answers are provided by the PowerBox Team, guaranteeing that the information is correct.
The guarantee does not cover damage caused by incorrect usage, e.g. reverse polarity, excessive vibration, excessive voltage, damp, fuel and short-circuits. The same applies to defects due to severe wear. We accept no liability for transit damage or loss of your shipment.
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