Global SNOW STORM User manual

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WELCOME
Important Information About your SNOW STORM Snow Machine
THE SNOW STORM
Congratulations on your purchase of this Global Special Effects snow
machine. With your snow machine you will dazzle and entertain audiences
in large or small venues. Your SNOW STORM snow machine is loaded with
advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use.
The SNOW STORM is a modernized design in a family of special effects snow machines used for
years in Movie Productions, Theatres, Malls, and Presentations. This futuristic modeled “work- horse”
sprays evaporative snow from its nozzle section and creates a realistic snowfall effect without residue
or cold air. With its reliable, efficient and low-volume design, the SNOW STORM is a marvel for stage
productions, fancy presentations or unique weddings. The tethered remote and the DMX give the user
control over snow flake size and instant activation.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious bodily injury or proper t y damage.
CAUTION: YOU MUST READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE
OPERATING THE SNOW STORM
The SNOW STORM is an Electric Product - not a Toy. To avoid the risk of fire, burns, personal
injury, and electric shock, it should not be played with and should be placed out of the reach of
small children. Adult supervision is continuously necessary to avoid the risk of electric shock or
personal injury. Never remove the covers or open the enclosures.
The SNOW STORM generates evaporative snow™ that normally dissipates completely when
dispensed from the ground to 20-30 ft in the air.. Since the residue is slippery, it is important to
follow all the directions in this manual to avoid this type of problem.
Never operate the SNOW STORM without evaporative snow™ in the solution bottle. Do not run the
SNOW STORM when the Gallon Solution bottle is holding less than a pint of solution. If you do not
follow these directions, the SNOW STORM can be damaged and warranty voided.
Never leave the SNOW STORM unattended while operating. Do not operate it in the rain or near
standing water. Always use an outlet with an earth grounding receptacle and a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupt (GFCI).
Never use this product for any activity other than for what it is intended.
Never add flammable liquids (oil, gas, alcohol, perfume) to the snow solution.

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SNOW STORM Snow Machine Features and Specifications
Features
The best Evaporative Snow Machine in the world.
 4-channel DMX control
Remote control (rented/sold separately)
 Variable stand alone features
 Lifetime warranty
 24-Hour Technical Service
Repeat Cycle Timer (5 min. and 15 min. cycles)
Specifications
Voltage: 110 60 Hz or 220v 220v 100v
Current: 20 Amps
Size: 22” Wide, 27” Long and 2󰾡5” Tall (without the yoke and “C” Clamp)
Weight: 55 lbs
Materials: Predominately: Polyethylene Exterior with steel covers, bracket and yoke.
Color: Black and White
Snow Solution: Usage Rate of 3 gallons per hour of solution.
Solution Contains: 1 gallon or 4.3 liters
Power Cable
Length: 7 ft
Tether Length
To Remote: 30 ft
Sound: 74 db @ 9.8 feet

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Evaporative Snow™ Solution Mixture
Solution Mixture:
Global Special Effects™ Labs are constantly inventing and reformulating solutions in order to
improve the snow from the SNOW STORM. Please contact Global Special Effects™ at 256-229-
5551 for more information. In order to prevent operation problems and observe the Warranty
guidelines, always use a Global Special Effects™ approved solution. The FG-100 Snow Solution
comes premixed and ready to use. You will have to pour the solution into the plastic bottle that
comes with the SNOW STORM, if the solution bottle does not fit into the well on the SNOW
STORM.
FG-100 Evaporative Snow™ premixed. Recommended
Global Special Effects premixed solutions are designed with the highest grade of available water
based surfactants. The surfactant-based solution is mixed with de-ionized water to leave no residue
when using the snow machine properly. The use of de-ionized water is necessary to create a bright
fluffy snowflake. Global Special Effects Laboratories have researched and developed the driest
available snow solution on the market today. FG-100 premixed weight: 9.8 pounds.
Using Evaporative Snow™ concentrate solution FG-100C
Global Special Effects Labs have designed a concentrated version of FG-100 premixed in an attempt to
save shipping cost to our customers. The ratio mix for this snow solution is 8 oz. of solution per one
gallon of water. It is important to remember that the kind of water used will affect the quality of snow.
The recommended water to use is de-ionized water. This form of water has no minerals, hard
properties or chlorine. De-ionized water is the base ingredient in our formulation, because it makes
the best foam and leaves no water stains. It was originally used for the movie industry, so if the snow
landed on a camera lens, it would not leave a water ring. Since this formulation has no chemical, it
dries and leaves no film. De-ionized water is not available in grocery stores and can only be found at
medical supply companies. If your event does not require the use of a movie camera or will not land
on glass, distilled water may be used. Be aware that if you use tap water, it may have hard agents that
can cause poor looking snow. In this case, order FG-100 premix. The use of tap water, city water or
well water can be used with the following warnings: Certain tap waters contain high mineral content
and will produce a minimal amount of snow. These minerals will not produce a bright white flake. If
de- ionized water is not available, use distilled water.
See chart below (Chart 1) for some examples of common water/solution ratios. Please read before
mixing this product with water. Make sure you adhere to the mixing proportions.
Warning if you mix water with FG-100 premixed (non-concentrate), you will not
be able to generate snow. FG-100C Concentrate 8 oz bottle weight: 0.5 lb.
Chart 1
WATER FG-100 CONCENTRATE
Tablespoons or Pints or Fluid Ounces
½ gallon 8 ¼ 4
1gallon 16 ½ 8
2 gallons 32 1 16
5 gallons 80 2 ½ 40
Lightly Shake or Stir the solution in the container b efore operating the
SNOW STORM.