Ardent FX Operating and maintenance manual

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We’re glad you’ve made it here! The amount of uses you can get out
of your FX Precision Heater are truly limitless. However, to start, we
wanted to highlight just how easy it is to go from raw flower or
starting material through activation and (if you desire) infusion, all
the way to baked treat or cooked snack. We hope you join our
community here at Ardent as we explore new and exciting uses for
our FX and, most importantly, don’t keep your newfound methods to
yourself! Existing customers probably already know, and new
customers will soon realize--we love to educate, share and learn as
a community. And just like with Nova, there will be more and more
uses for the device revealed over time. Please check out more
information here: ardentcannabis.com/education/
Join our exclusive community of Ardent owners here -have your
product serial number handy:
facebook.com/groups/ArdentOwners/
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Quick Start
1. Remove the FX Unit, and power base from the purple carrying case. Plug the
base into an outlet Please note that the power base can short circuit if wet
and should be used on a dry surface.
2. Place the FX unit onto the base charger -note the power light will show as
green with one of the four setting options lit as yellow (A1 setting is ON in the
below image)
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3. Click the “M” Mode Button to cycle through the four settings and choose your desired
heat level:
4. Open the top of the FX, place your material in and reattach top completely.
a. A1 = Activate THC; cycle optimized to activate THC from THCA -Also activates CBGA
to CBG
b. A2 = Activate CBD; cycle optimized to activate CBD from CBDA
c. Infuse; Use this setting to infuse your activated material into oil, butter and more; this
cycle runs at a lower temperature
d. Bake; The highest temperature setting, use this setting to bake treats, souvee meat,
cook pasta and more! The possibilities are endless and we will continue showing
extended uses on our website at: https://ardentcannabis.com/education/
a) If decarbing flower,
only insert as much
product as fits
comfortably in the
unit -do not try to
jam more in as it will
negatively impact
the flower’s
trichomes and may
cause the unit to fail.
b) Oil for infusion can
be placed right
inside the stainless
steel inner cavity.
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5. Click the Power button to start the cycle. The button color should change from green
to red indicating that the cycle is in progress.
Note: at the end of the A1 and A2 cycles, the Power button will flash red, indicating the
cool-down has started. Please wait until the cool-down stops completely to open the
FX.
6. After A1 or A2 activation cycles, choose your oil or butter preference and add it to
your activated material inside your FX (only up to the Max Fill symbol). Use the M
button to toggle to Infuse mode and click the Power button to start the low-temp
infusion.
See the Infusion Cycle section for more details including higher temperature infusions.
(Picture of Fill Line)
7. After the infusion cycle, store your infused oil or add it to your favorite baking
recipe and bake in your FX. Repeat steps 3 & 4 to run the Bake cycle. Please see the
Bake Cycle section for more details.
8. Once finished with use, hand wash the FX unit or place it in the dishwasher, making
sure the detachable power base does not get wet. Let the device dry completely
before placing on base to use.
Learn more about Dosing to learn how to achieve just the right dose for you or anyone
else you make products for.
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More on FX Cycle Settings
Decarboxylation: A1(THC) and A2(CBD)
Both of these proprietary decarboxylation cycles have been tried and tested for full
THC/CBG and CBD activation from your starting plant material. If looking for an activated
end product (rather than THCA, CBGA, or CBDA; the acidic form) you need to
decarboxylate before the material can be infused. For More information, including an
overview of what decarboxylation is and why it matters, check out the following resources:
You Need To Decarboxylate Cannabis BEFORE You Infuse:
What Is Decarboxylation? Why Does It Matter For Cannabis?
What is the Shelf Life of Decarbed Weed?
Cannabis Decarboxylation: 6 Myths Busted by Science
Easy Coconut Oil Extraction/Infusion With Velvet Purp
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Infusion Cycle
This entire cycle will run for close to three hours (that much time is not needed for infusion
but some people like a longer infusion time, and there are other uses for this cycle that can
benefit from the longer time period). This cycle peaks at 176 degrees F (or 80 degrees C).
Important Note: Ardent’s tests have shown that whether the infusion runs for a one hour or
a 2 hour cycle, the potency is the same. This means that infusion times can ultimately be
left up to a consumer’s preference or the material requirements but should be a minimum of
45 minutes and a maximum of one complete cycle.
As owners of the original Nova may know, the THC activation cycle can also be used as an
infusion cycle, especially when infusing concentrates or kief, which only need to be heated
and mixed for infusion since there is no straining. When it comes to concentrates and kief,
it is more about allowing the concentrate and oil to blend well. This higher temperature
cycle is perfect for making sure the concentrates melt appropriately into the oil and can still
be run for as little as 30 minutes.
The FX’s Infusion setting is perfect for lower temperature infusion materials. Test out some
different infusion materials and times and let us know your preference!
*https://ardentcannabis.com/blog/how-long-to-infuse-to-make-cannaoil/*
To learn more about infusing check out the following resources:
Cannabis Infused Oils -With THC Testing
8 Ways to Use Weed Oil:
5 Cannabutter Alternatives
EVOO Infusion with Velvet Purps

Bake Cycle
Our newest cycle setting with fun and tasty potential! This setting naturally runs at our
highest temperature -peaking at over 300℉ for a little over two hours (if left uninterrupted).
We’ve found success with traditional baking recipes like cakes and cooking pasta but would
love to see what you can do with your FX! Join us on the journey to discover all the
wonderful and unique ways the Baking setting can enhance your daily life and empower you
to create and cook even without access to a kitchen.
For those who have been a fan of Ardent for a long time probably remember that our first
unit, Nova, originally was just a decarboxylator for THC. Since then, we have shown our
audience how to decarb CBD, infuse oils and even bake mini cakes (see here) directly in the
same Nova decarboxylator! Keep your eyes peeled here as we explore more and more
functionality and uses for the FX.
Best Practices
•All of the components that come with the unit must be used every time -even when using
accessories, like our Concentrate and Infusion Sleeve! The unit consists of 3 parts: the
power base, the main unit, and the black lid (which has the attached purple silicon lid-
bottom)
•When loading herbs or other plant material into the FX, they should always be loose and
there should always be room on the top. NOTE: the fill line is only for wet material--oil,
milk, etc.
•The unit has a time range in times for cycles, but should run for less than three hours for
all settings. If you notice your unit is running longer then it should or need to stop the
cycle early: Carry out a manual stop by holding down the Power button for 10 seconds
until the light turns green. If this doesn’t work, unplug the unit -then contact us
([e-mail]). If anything seems amiss it is always best to contact us
right away so we can help!
•The FX is for indoor use only and must to be used at room temperature -not in a garage
or a basement! Doing so can cause the unit to run outside of it’s normal cycle which may
result in damage. Misuse of the unit is not covered under the warranty.
•Your unit should cool between every cycle. The needs to be left to cool until the light has
turned green, and then for 20-30 min afterwards. It should always be cool to the touch
when starting as not letting the unit come back to room temp before using it again may
cause the unit to misbehave or stop working.
•Once you start the cycle let it be! It is important that the unit not be opened while it is still
running -no peeking!
•Some condensation is completely normal when decarbing -like all plants, cannabis has
water content that is released when heated.
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FAQ / TROUBLESHOOTING

1. What can you decarb in the unit?
You can decarb cannabis flower and concentrates, including kief,in your FX
2. How much can you decarb or infuse at a time?
Roughly four ounces of flower (or more!) depending on density, or 28 fluid ounces of oil.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that plant material should never be squished
or compressed down in the device -only fill to what fits naturally. Oil and other liquids
need to always be under the FILL line.
3. Will the cannabis decarb while I am infusing?
This was a very common question and so we tested, tested, tested. Our research has
shown that you should always decarb with an A1 or A2 cycle first, let the unit cool for at
least 20 minutes, and then mix the activated cannabis and oil material and run through an
infuse cycle. If you don’t decarb before you infuse, your oil will only be approx 20%-30%
activated. Decarbing and then infusing is the correct process.
Check out our own Velvet Purp infusion into Extra Virgin Olive Oil here:
4. What container can I decarb concentrates or infuse in?
You can decarb concentrates and infuse directly inside the stainless steel inner cavity of
the FX, or any heat safe container that fits comfortably.
5. How long do I infuse for?
Our research has shown that the infusion cycle needs at least 45 minutes to extract the
most out of THC or CBD. Ardent’s tests have shown that whether or not the infusion runs
for an hour or 2 hours, the infusion rates are nearly identical. This means that infusion
times can ultimately be left up to a consumer’s preference or the material requirements. If
running for less than the automatic cycle time, make sure to set a timer when you start
your infusion cycle to be sure when you should manually end the cycle.
As mentioned, No sleeve is necessary to infuse or decarb in your FX. Learn more about
our research testing different infusion times here:
6. How do I manually end a cycle?
Hold down the button until it turns green! Not turning green? Just unplug it.
7. Can I decarb outside or in my garage?
No -much like most kitchen appliances (and people :) your unit needs to be at room
temperature to work its best.
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