Summary of G300
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Lemaitrefx.Com g300 operations manual v. 06.10.05.
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Lemaitrefx.Com page 1 introduction page 2 warnings page 3 technical specifications page 4 operating procedure page 7 remote and external control features; analog 0-10v control page 8 linking switch setting options; g300/ haze - mode changing; machine to machine linking page 9 electrical connections ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com the g300 is a microprocessor controlled, water base fog and haze generating system. The microprocessor is responsible for the following control elements - monitoring the heat exchanger temperature. Driving the heater within the heat-exchanger in a proportional power mode. Driving the ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 2 m.S.D.S. Available at www.Lemaitrefx.Com important safety instructions : do not touch or place hands, expose skins, within 50 cm. Of discharge nozzle. Important safety instructions : do not remove the outer case until power has been disconnected from the machine. Important safety in...
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Lemaitrefx.Com model: g300 continuous flow fog / haze micro-processor control management type: water base fog/haze generating system size: 610 x 210 x 295 mm. 23 7/8”x11 7/16”x10 1/2” high (incl. Handle) weight: 24 kilos , 52 lbs. Power rating: 110 volt a.C.50/60 hz 18 amps 240 volt a.C.50/60 hz 9 a...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 1) the g300 must only be connected to a mains supply capable of sustaining at least 18 amps, and be adequately grounded. The supply should be ‘clean’ and free of interference. 2) the power to the g300 should be controlled by the illuminated mains power switch located on the rear panel...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 5) the remote display will now enter its standard phase. This indicates the ‘heating’ power, the ‘flow’ rate setting, and the ‘ready’ status. At this stage the flow rate may be adjusted freely between minimum and maximum settings. (upon entering a ‘ready to operate’ phase the maximum ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com at this time, or shortly afterwards, the ‘heat flash’ indicator bars on the remote handset will reduce from 3 bars to 2, and then 1 and finally no bars, as the heater switches off. When settled, the ‘heat flash’ indicator will indicate the power being used in maintaining the working t...
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Lemaitrefx.Com the standard remote handset may be removed from the machine, and operated effectively away from the issue site. The maximum recommended cable length is 30 me- tres.(100 feet). It is not recommended to plug/unplug the handset while the machine is still pow- ered up. If this should occu...
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Lemaitrefx.Com if it is required for a machine to accept ‘flow rate’ data from an ‘upstream’ unit, then the ‘flow accept’ switch on this machine must be active. If it is required for a machine to accept the ‘smoke on’ switch data from an ‘up- stream’ unit, then the ‘smoke accept’ switch on this mach...
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Lemaitrefx.Com it is important to note that the ‘user’ will be responsible for ensuring that the ma- chine is in the correct mode for the prevailing fluid type. All that is required is a brief machine switch ‘off’ then back ‘on’ again. In the example given i.E. From hi-power g300 mode to haze mode, ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com the casing of the g300 is steel with a powder paint coating. To clean simply wash with mild soap and warm water. Periodically check to ensure that the fluid pick up filter screen is in place and clean from debris. Using high quality le maitre fluid should result in a long heat exchang...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 11 g300 industrial hose option 1. Remove g300 cover and existing fluid assembly 2. Drill hole in front control panel to accept key switch figure 1 . Solder wires from g300 mode button to pins 1 and 3 on key switch (be careful not to over-heat the switch). 3. Take the long end of the b...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 12 a- air pressure gauge : this is used as a visual aid to help in setting the air pressure used in the steam simulation/ air purge effect. B- air pressure control : this is used to control the velocity of the steam/ air purge effect, with the setting being displayed on the air pressu...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 13 some experimenting is necessary to achieve each desired effect. A few points to keep in mind are the air pressure will determine the velocity of the effect, while the flow control of the fog machine will determine the density of the effect. When using the air option as a fog purge,...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 14 7.) the second connection to be made is the co2 supply hose. This is connected to the liquid port of the co2 supply. A washer is necessary to prevent leaks and are available from your gas supplier. 8.) a lsg low requires a 350 lb. Low pressure dewar. You must connect the supply hos...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 15 pro beam (long lasting) fog fluid : we have had many compliments on our fog fluid but many of our customers would like it to hang longer so we introduced the “long lasting fluid”. It is still odourless but a little less white than our “director’s choice”. It hangs in the air 2 - 3 ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 16 warranty: all warranty is one year parts and labour unless specified and is on manufacturer defect only. Abuse or poor maintenance is not ac- cepted. Le maitre fluids must always be used. Any trace of other fluids will automatically void all warranties. Accept no substitutions as t...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 17 1. Ensure that operation of the machine is supervised by suitably trained and authorised personnel. 2. Do not modify the machine or use a machine which has been damaged in any way. 3. Allow sufficient air circulation around the machine at all times. 4. Protect the g300 from direct ...
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Lemaitrefx.Com 18 typical g300 flow rates in cc (ml.)/second flow setting flow setting fog haze fog haze 1 0.3 0.05 17 2 0.06 18 3 0.08 19 4 0.12 20 1.0 5 .5 0.25 21 1.0 6 22 1.25 7 23 1.25 8 24 1.5 9 25 1.5 10 0.6 0.5 26 2.0 11 27 2.5 2.0 12 0.6 28 3.0 n/a 13 29 4.0 n/a 14 30 5.0 n/a 15 0.8 31 6.0 ...