Bubble Column
Catalog No. 2296
50 Broadway
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Tel. 914.747.3070 / Fax 914.747.3480
Toll Free 800.832.8697 www.enablingdevices.com
A must for your sensory space!
This color changing Bubble Column is perfect for your sensory room. Soothing colors and fun bubbles attract everyone. It’s easy to assemble – only 2 pieces – the acrylic trunk and base. Just add water. LED technology in the base illuminates the trunk. Colors include red, blue, green, warm white, lime, aqua and purple. Colors can rotate or stay on. Bubble speed is adjustable.
Size: 4"D x 7'H. Requires AC Transformer (included). Weight: 13 lbs.
OPERATION:
Setup:
You will first need to place your Bubble Column in the location where it will be used; these factors must be present for proper operation. One the Bubble Column must be placed on a flat secure level surface, e.g. floor or very sturdy table, do not place the Bubble Column on any type of folding table or unstable, unleveled surface. (Wall mounting strap included.) The Bubble
Column weighs 30 Lbs. when filled with approximately 2.25 gallons of (Distilled Water), do not use tap or spring water. Second the Bubble Column requires a 120 Volt wall outlet AC power source. Please Note: If placing the Bubble Column on the floor the power cord and any extension cords if used should be taped down to prevent any of its users from tripping on the cords.
Unpack the Bubble Column and identify all parts. The base unit, AC Wall Transformer the
Bubble Tube and Bubble Tube Cap. Locate the clear air tube and the black drain tube at the top of the base. Attach the clear hose to the clear inlet at the bottom of the Bubble Tube. Attach the black drain hose to the black outlet at the bottom of the Bubble Tube. (See Photos).
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Next align the red arrow on the bottom side of the Bubble Tube with the unlock symbol on the base. Slide the Bubble Tube into the top of the base, and then turn the Bubble Tube clockwise into the lock position (As Shown).
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Test Procedure:
Before filling the Bubble Tube all the way the following test procedure should be done for water tightness is recommended.
Fill the Bubble Tube up with about 3 cups of distilled water. Be careful not to spill water during this process. Inspect the base for any leakage. If no water leakage is apparent proceed to step #4.
If there is water leaking from the base double check all connections from step #2.
Note: The Bubble Column is not designed for outdoor setup. For best results place the Bubble
Column in a location that is away from direct sunlight or a bright light source.
Supply Power to the Bubble Column:
Plug the AC Wall Transformer into the base and into any standard wall outlet.
Fill the Tube:
Before filling the Bubble Tube with Distilled water rotate the “Bubble Flow Control” knob all the way to the maximum setting or in the farthest clockwise position.
Fill the Bubble Tube with Distilled water leaving between 1 to 2 inches of space from the top of the tube.
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Bubble Tube Operation:
The Bubble Column has multiple light setting that can be adjusted by the LED Light Control switch on the base. The light colors can be selected to shine with a single solid color or can rotate from color to color automatically. The last color indicator position will rotate the Bubble Tube light from color to color automatically while the other positions are programed for a single color only. The Bubble Tube will not illuminate with lights when the Light Control switch is in the Off position, however this setting does not turn off the bubbles.
Bubble Adjustment:
The Bubble Adjustment knob allows you to control the intensity of the bubbles. Turning it clockwise increases the bubble flow, counter-clockwise decreases the bubble flow.
Take Down:
Note: Take down is easiest with two people.
If the Bubble Tube needs to be moved or you want to change the water and or clean the Tube you will need to drain the water out. Locate the drain tube inside the access panel on the base.
• Unscrew the drain valve and empty the water into a bucket and discard.
• Remove the Tube from the base by securing the base and rotating the Bubble Tube counter clockwise until the red arrow on the side of the base matches up with the unlock symbol on the base.
• Pull the Bubble Tube strait up.
• Gently separate the black drain tube and the clear air tube from the base.
• Let the Bubble Tube completely dry before packing it and the base away in the original packaging.
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Cleaning the Bubble Tube:
Do not use harsh chemicals or window cleaners to clean the plastic Base and part of your Bubble
Tube. Use only water to clean it. If over time the acrylic has minor scratches a cleaner such as
Novus can be used.
Troubleshooting:
If the unit is not functioning as it is supposed to:
• Check the AC power cord is plugged in the outlet all the way. Try unplugging the cord and then re-plug it back in.
• Make sure that the AC wall outlet is working.
• Check all your settings.
Problem: The Bubble Column will not bubble.
Solution: Make sure the Bubble Flow Control switch is turned on to maximum setting. Open the access panel on the base and ensure the air supply tube is not pinched or kinked in any way.
Problem: The Bubble Tube will not drain.
Solution: Open the access panel on the base and ensure the drain tube is not pinched or kinked in any way. Draining only occurs when the tube is fully extended from the base and the drain valve is completely open.
• If you have tried ALL of the above contact our Tech Support Department at ext. 320.
For Technical Support:
Call our Technical Service Department
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST)
1-800-TEC-TOYS or 1-800-832-8697 [email protected]
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