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INSTRUCTION MANUAL THERMAL FOGGER VECTORFOG H100, H100SF, H200 & H200SF
When fogging outdoors, you should only fog for short periods at a time and when there is not much wind. When fogging indoors you should start at the furthest part of the building and work your way back until you get to the entrance or exit.
It’s essential to read the chemical manufacturer’s instructions before you start applying, including diluting ratio and safety precautions.
Only experienced personnel should operate this equipment.
You must exercise caution if fuel is spilt, in order to avoid the risk of fire.
CAUTION MARKS
Please read this manual before using the equipment.
You must wear protective equipment (face/breathing mask, protective clothing, gloves, etc.) when handling potentially hazardous chemicals.
It is advisable to wear ear plugs to protect the user from the high noise produced by the machine
The interior of the machine heats up to extremely high temperatures. Do not add fuel or chemicals during the operation of the machine or when it is hot after use.
Avoid fogging chemicals upwind.
High voltage can be dangerous. Do not turn on the machine when the spark plugs electrode is exposed.
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Model
Motor
Chemical Tank
Tank Size
Flow rate
Pressure in the chemical tank
Fuel
Performance
Fuel tank pressure
Start
Fuel tank capacity
Weight(net)
Dimension
Features
Accessories
SPECIFICATIONS
H100 / H100SF
Pulse Jet
Polymer
4.5L
10-50 LPH
0.224 bar
Petrol
19 kW
0.8 bar
Automatic (manual version available)
1.2 L
8.5 Kg
112x30x35 (cm)
Short-circuit breaker (tank)
(Model SF : Dual Function – Fog water/oil based
Chemicals)
Belt, Spares Kit, Charger, Toolkit, Instruction
Manual
H200 / H200SF
Pulse Jet
Stainless steel
6.5 L
10-50 LPH
0.224 bar
Petrol
19 kW
0.8 bar
Automatic (manual version available)
1.2 L
10.8 Kg
135x30x35 (cm)
Short-circuit breaker (tank)
(Model SF : Dual Function – water based chemicals as well as oil based)
Belt, Spares Kit, Charger, Toolkit, Instruction
Manual
BASIC CONCEPT OF THERMAL FOGGING
VectorFog™ Thermal Foggers are powered using the pulse jet principle. Pulse jet engines don’t have any moving parts; instead they have a funnel shaped combustion chamber similar to a rocket engine which opens into a long resonator or exhaust pipe. VectorFog thermal foggers have an auto start and operate through compressed air via a compressor. When the auto start button is pressed, the compressed air pressurizes the fuel tank, causing fuel to flow to the injector and then into the carburettor. Air/fuel mixture is then ignited by a spark plug in the carburettor. The spark is created by an ignition coil which is powered by a rechargeable battery. The ignition coil, battery and compressor are all housed in the base of the machine. Operating at its optimum performance, combustion and injection is repeated with a frequency of around 200-250 cycles per second. Once the machine starts, the chemical tank also becomes pressurized by means of a non-return valve. A close valve and supply valve are then opened to allow the flow of the chemical/oil solution in to the resonator. At this stage the solution is heated up to around 500C and dispersed into millions of tiny droplets (around 10 microns) creating a dense and visible smoke.
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Fuel Injector
2.
Carburettor
3.
Fuel Tank
4.
Chemical Tank
5.
Main Body
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6.
Safety Mesh
7.
Resonator
8.
Chemical Inlet
9.
Close valve/Directional valve (SF model)
10.
Chemical Supply valve
11.
Security Cover
12.
Handle/Manual Start Pump (optional)
13.
Off Button (choke)
CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING THE UNIT
Unpacking the unit
When unpacking the unit, please make sure that that the machine is not damaged and that all the accessories mentioned in this manual are not missing.
Charge the battery
Make sure the right power supply is being used (110/220 volts). Connect the charger to the unit and then connect to the mains. The machine requires around 8 to 10 hours to fully charge.
Inspect the ignition unit
Press the power button and listen to ensure that the spark plug is working to start the ignition process.
Fill the fuel tank
Fill the tank with undiluted petrol using a funnel. Do not overfill the tank. When you finish filling the tank, close the tank cap tightly. The unit operates for approximately 40 minutes with a full tank.
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Fill the chemical tank
Pour the special fogging chemical mixture into the chemical tank. It is important not to add more chemical mixture than it’s needed. Leaving remaining chemicals in the tank after use could affect the performance of the machine in the following session as deposits may solidify. When you finish filling the tank, close the tank cap tightly.
To turn on the machine
Press the power button and keep it pressed for 5 seconds after you hear combustion starting (sounds like a small explosion). It is necessary to keep the machine on for about 10 seconds to warm up before opening the chemical valves. TIP: If the machine fails to start, press the choke/off button so pressure can be re-established. Press the start button again and repeat the above procedure until it starts.
To start fogging
Once the machine has heated up for 10 seconds, first turn the chemical supply valve counter clockwise. When you are ready to start fogging, open the directional/close valve. With this valve you can also adjust the amount of chemical being used by turning it left to right.
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To turn off the machine
Turn the chemical supply valve clockwise to stop the supply of chemical. Keep the machine in operation for 5 seconds to help get rid-off any chemical mixture still in the system. Close the directional/close valve and press the off/choke button located above the fuel tank to stop the machine.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Chemical Tank and Pipes
Fill the chemical tank with 25% of clean water and turn on the unit. This will prevent corrosion and the accumulation of chemical deposits in the tank and pipes.
Spark Plug Maintenance
Remove the spark plug using a spanner or spark plug remover. Remove any carbon deposits between the electrode and the earth section with a wire brush. Make sure that there is a space of 3 to 5 mm between the electrode and the earth.
Fuel injector Maintenance
Unscrew the fuel injector situated on the side of the carburettor. Clean the injector with compressed air to remove any blockages.
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Maintaining the valve petal
Unscrew the fuel filter before removing the top of the carburettor. Check the valve for any distortions or cracks. If it’s damaged, you will need to replace this part. TIP: It’s important to assemble the parts of the carburettor in the order there where disassembled. The distance between the petal valve and the valve plate o should be approximately
1 mm.
COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is no ignition:
• Listen for any noises coming from the engine
If there is noise coming from the engine but there is no ignition, this could be because the engine has flooded (an over-supply of fuel in the carburettor). Press the choke/off button above the fuel tank and then press the start button until you hear the machine ignite. Repeat this procedure several times if it doesn’t start the first time.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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• Check the spark plug
Remove the spark plug using a spanner or spark plug remover. Hold the plug by its plastic cap and press the start button to check if there is a spark between the electrode and the earth. Also you should hear if there buzzing sound from the ignition coil.
If there is no spark:
Clean any carbon deposits in between the electrode and earth with a wire brush.
Check that there is a distance of 3 to 5 mm between the electrode and earth.
Check that the battery is fully charged.
Check that the battery and ignition coil are working. If necessary, replace the battery or coil
Clean the contacts and wires inside the battery case
Once these checks have been carried out, try starting the machine again.
• Check the fuel is being injected into the carburettor.
Examine the fuel hose located on the side of the fuel tank to make sure it’s not blocked. Make sure the fuel tank is full before starting the machine. Make sure the seal in the petrol cap is not damaged. Make sure the cap is firmly closed to prevent leakage. Unscrew the fuel injector from the side of the carburettor but keep it attached to the metal fuel pipe. Pointing the injector away from the machine and any people, press the start button and on each stroke of the compressor pump, fuel should be injected. If not, examine that the injector is not blocked. Do this by unscrewing the filter from the metal pipe and clean the filter with compressed air.
• Check the Petal Valve.
Remove the spark plug cap, filter and unscrew the carburettor. Examine the petal valve to see if it’s damaged. If it’s damaged, replace petal valve. TIP: It’s important to assemble the parts of the carburettor in the order there where disassembled. The distance between the petal valve and the valve plate o should be approximately 1 mm.
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The machine is turned on, but the engine works intermittently or stops:
• Examine the fuel tank assembly to check for any leakages.
After pressing the start button, cover the tank and connections with soap to check for leaks. If bubbles are observed, the gasket needs replacing on the fuel tank cap or the tank itself.
• Clean the resonator.
Remove carbon deposits in the resonator with the wire brush provided. Use and forward and backward motion.
The machine doesn’t fog or doesn’t fog enough:
• Check that the chemical supply valve is opened. This is done by turning it anticlockwise. Make sure that the directional/close valve is set to the open position.
• Unscrew the main chemical inlet nozzle from the resonator and clean it using compressed air to remove any blockages.
• Check there is no leaks in the chemical tank. Blow compressed air backwards though the chemical tube from the inlet nozzle to see if any bubbles appear. Replace leaking parts if necessary.
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01.
Resonator & chemical Inlet nozzle
PARTS ASSEMBLY
1. Ejection pipe 2. Inner cooling pipe
7. Ejection buffer spring 8. Ejection nipple
13. Chemical pipe 14. Bolt
02 Pump, Frame, Ignition
3. Outer cooling pipe 4. Bracket
9. Ejection nipple tube 10. Straight nipple
15. Protective cover 16. Bolt
5. Safety net
11. Ball valve
17. Flat washer
6. Ejection nipple plate
12. Straight nipple
18. Nut
1. Handle ball
7. Pump packing
13. Piercer
2. Buffer hose
8. Washer(small)
14. Pump peg
3. Buffer spring 4. Pump shaft
9. Washer(medium) 10. Spring washer
15. Body(left) 16. Spring washer
19. Pump rear peg 20. Hand pump hose nipple 21. Body(right)
25. Automatic pump 26. Automatic pump air nipple 27. Nut
31. Toggle switch 32. Ignition switch 33. Nut
37. Washer
43. Battery
38. Vibrator
44. Nut
39. Bottom plate
45. Butterfly nut
22. Nut
28. Nut
34. Hose protection spring
40. Bolt
46. Charging consent
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5. Pump nut
11. Nut
17. Bolt
6. Washer(large)
12. Under cover
18. Pump(cylinder)
23. Middle plate 24. Bolt
29. Washer 30. Nut
35. Hose 36. Nut
41. Bolt
47. Bolt
42. Battery grip
03. Chemical & Fuel Tank
1. Fuel tank
7. upper air pipe
13. oil fi lter device
19. Chemical tank fitti ng
25. Chemical amount control valve
31. Check valve packing
04. Carbure tt or
2. Run tee
20. Chemical tank grip
26. Straight nipple
32. Check valve-2
3. Fuel tank pipe
8. Oil pressure hose (blk) 9. O-ring
14. fuel hose 15. nut
4. Check valve
10. Oil tank peg
16. nut
5. Rubber check valve
11. Knocking release
17. chemical tank
6. T-check valve
12. Oil tank elbow
18. chemical tank mouth
21. Chemical tank bolt 22. Chemical tank nut 23. Chemical outlet pipe 24. Elbow
27. Chemical tank mouth ring
28. Chemical tank mouth peg
29. Elbow 30. Check valve-1
1. Venturi
7. Spring washer
13. Ring
19. O-ring
25. Air gasket
31. Air gasket washer
2. Upper Gasket
8. Bolt
14. Nut
20. Engine rear peg
26. Washer
32. Air gasket nut
3. Cone sha ft
9. Lower Gasket
15. Engine upper pipe
21. Reducer
27. Air Gasket Bolt
33. Air gasket nut
4. Petrol valve board 5. Petrol valve
10. Engine
16. Plug
22. Run tee
28. Air elbow
11. Ejec ti on nozzle
17. Plug cap
23. Elbow
29. Extension hose
6. Petrol valve support
12. Nozzle
18. Metal grip
24. Explosion pipe
30. Air gasket bolt
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