Storz & Bickel GMBH Volcano User manual

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OPERATING MANUAL
Read carefully before using the device
and save these instructions.
S TO R Z & B I C K E L G M B H & C O. K G

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O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L E N G L I S H
Table of contents.................................................... page
Product overview.................................................................4
Safety instructions...............................................................6
General...............................................................................8
Overview of plants...............................................................8
Factors influencing vaporization........................................9
The hot air generators
VOLCANO DIGIT and CLASSIC......................................10
Unpacking, Installation, Application and operation,
Care and maintenance, Storage, Trouble shooting,
Technical data
VOLCANO DIGIT...............................................................13
Commissioning, Heating up, Temperature setting
VOLCANO CLASSIC........................................................14
Commissioning, Heating up, Temperature setting
EASY VALVE
Application and operation............................................16
Cleaning and maintenance..........................................19
SOLID VALVE
Application and operation............................................21
Cleaning and maintenance..........................................25
Liquid pad.........................................................................30
Declaration of conformity..................................................32
Warranty.............................................................................32

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P R O D U C T O V E R V I E W EASY VALVEP R O D U C T O V E R V I E W SOLID VALVE
Exhaust vent
Ventilation slot
Temperature regulator
Switch heater
Air filter
Air filter cap
Switch air
Control lamp heater
Normal screen set
Valve balloon
Mouthpiece
Filling chamber
Compatible with VOLCANO CLASSIC and VOLCANO DIGIT
Liquid pad
Compatible with VOLCANO CLASSIC and VOLCANO DIGIT
Liquid pad
Normal screen set
Valve balloon with
mouthpiece Filling chamber
with cap
Ventilation slot
Button air
Button heater
Plus temperature
button
Minus temperature button
Set temperature
display
Actual temperature
display
Air filter
Air filter cap Control lamp heater
Exhaust vent
P R O D U C T O V E R V I E W VOLCANO CLASSIC P R O D U C T O V E R V I E W VOLCANO DIGIT

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S I C H E R H E IT S H I N W E I S E
Safety instructions!
In order to avoid injuries to
persons and damage to the
equipment, it is mandatory to
observe instructions marked
with this symbol.
Note/Tip!
This symbol always gives you
technical information or useful
tips regarding the VOLCANO
vaporization system.
Read the following safety
information carefully and
completely before operating
the device!
This operating manual is a signifi-
cant part of the vaporizer and must
be provided to the user.
The instructions given in this ope-
rating manual must be strictly ob-
served as they are extremely im-
portant to ensure safety during
installation, use and maintenance
of the vaporizer.
S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
�The packing material (plastic bags,
styrofoam material, boxes etc.) must
be kept out of the reach of children
as it is a potential source of danger.
�Before connecting the vaporizer,
make sure that the information gi-
ven on the type plate on the under-
side of the device corresponds to
the supply mains at the place of
installation.
�If there are any problems during
operation, immediately pull out the
main plug from the socket.
�The power cord must be unwound
over its entire length (avoid rolling
up the cable and looping it). It must
not be exposed to any shocks and
must be kept out of the reach of
children. Also, it must not be kept
near liquids or sources of heat and
must not be damaged. Do not pull
the mains cable over sharp edges
and never crush or bend it. If the
cable is damaged, contact our cus-
tomer service department to have
it replaced.
�The use of multiple sockets and/or
extension cables is not recommen-
ded. However, if this is absolutely
necessary, only products with a
quality certificate (such as UL, IMQ,
VDE, +S etc.) may be used, pro-
vided the specified power exceeds
the power required (A = Ampere)
by the devices that are connected.
�If you have any doubts, ask a spe-
cialist to check whether the electri-
cal system is in accordance with
the local safety regulations.
�Install the vaporizer on a stable and
dry surface at a sufficient distance
from sources of heat (oven, stove,
fireplace etc.) and in a place where
the ambient temperature cannot
drop below 5°C (41°F).The vapori-
zer must be stored in a protected
and dry place and must not be in-
stalled in damp rooms (such as
bathrooms etc.).
S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
�The hot air generator may only be
repaired by our Customer Service.
Incorrectly performed repairs with-
out the use of original spare parts
can prove dangerous to the user.
�Danger to life when opening the
vaporizer as live components and
connections are exposed.
�The vaporizer must never be re-
paired or transported when the
main plug is plugged in.
�To pull the plug from the socket,
pull the plug directly, never pull the
main cable.
�The vaporizer must never be ope-
rated when the main cable is de-
fective.
�Do not put any objects into the ope-
nings of the device.
�Do not leave the vaporizer unatten-
ded while it is being operated. After
use, switch off the heater and the
air pump.
�The ventilation slots as well as the
exhaust vent of the vaporizer must
not be closed, caped or obstructed
when the device is being operated
or is cooling down.
Danger of burning!
�Do not touch the exhaust vent and
the filling chamber when they are
hot.
�The filling chamber may only be
placed on the exhaust vent while
filling the balloon. After filling the
balloon, the filling chamber must
be removed from the hot air gene-
rator in order to avoid overheating
of the filling chamber (danger of
burning).
�Do not put any body parts or ob-
jects in the hot air jet.
�The vaporizer must only be clean-
ed with a dry cloth. If need be, use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Before
cleaning, pull out the main cable
from the socket. Never immerse
the vaporizer in water or in other
liquids or clean it with a direct wa-
ter or steam jet.
�The vaporizer must not be used in
damp or wet conditions.
�Do not expose the vaporizer to rain.
Do not use in the bathroom or over
water.
�Never touch the vaporizer with wet
or damp body parts.
�Never put containers containing
liquids on the vaporizer.
�Never operate the vaporizer when
it is wet or damp. If the vaporizer
becomes wet, it must be checked
by our Customer Service for dama-
ge to electrical components.
�Do not use in an atmosphere with
risk of explosion or ignition.
�Never allow the vaporizer to be
used by children or unqualified
persons.
�Only use original Storz & Bickel
accessories and spare parts.
Please keep this brochure in a safe
place for future reference.
The manufacturer is not re-
sponsible for any damage
or personal injury caused
by inappropriate, incorrect
or irresponsible use.

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G E N ER A L OV E RV I E W O F PL A N T S
The VOLCANO Vaporization System
releases flavor and active ingredients
from plant material through vaporiza-
tion by hot air. With the vaporization
technique hot air passes through the
plants listed below. During this process
the flavoring and active ingredients will
be set free through controlled tem-
perature (max. 230°C/446°F). Due to
the specific vaporization temperature
of the plant material the ingredients are
released into the air and can subse-
quently be inhaled.
Traditionally flavors and active ingre-
dients are extracted, among other
methods, by smoking or incensing.
The temperature is reached through
combustion which has several disad-
vantages. Smoking involves the com-
bustion, incensing the carbonization
of plant material, followed by the un-
avoidable inhalation of toxic combus-
tion by-products, which cause irritation
of the respiratory tract as well as nox-
ious odors. In addition, the high and
uncontrolled combustion temperature
(500 -700°C; 932 - 1292°F) causes the
unnecessary destruction of the major-
ity of the ingredients, thus squandering
the original material.
Below is an overview of the plants
which are suitable for vaporization in
the VOLCANO. The aromas of the
plants listed below may aid in reduc-
ing stress*.
Information and up to date news
about plants suitable for vaporization
will be published on
www.storz-bickel.com.
*This statement has not been evalu-
ated by the FDA. The VOLCANO Va-
porization System is not a medical
device and is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease.
The essences (aroma oils) of these
plants can be vaporized at up to 130°C
(266°F) with the help of the liquid pad
supplied with the vaporizer. To do so,
please follow the instructions given in
the chapter „ LIQUID PAD “.
ATTENTION: The VOLCANO
Vaporization System is not de-
signed for medical-therapeu-
tic purposes. If you have any health
problem consult your doctor or phar-
macist. You may notice that one or
more plants may cause an allergic re-
action. In such a case you are urgent-
ly recommended to refrain from using
the plant causing such a reaction.
Only use the plant parts which are
found in this list and which have been
verified according to the regulations
of the European or any other pharma-
copoeia with regard to genuineness,
purity and pathogenic germs. You can
purchase such plants or plant parts in
pharmacies*.
It is important to observe the following
instructions in order to set the vapori-
zation system with the plant material
in the best possible way for your per-
sonal requirements.
*This statement has not been evalu-
ated by the FDA. The VOLCANO Va-
porization System is not a medical
device and is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease.
O V ER V I E W O F P L A N T S
Used part of Temperature
Plant name Botanical name the plant setting
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus the leaves 1 / 130°C (266°F)
Hops Humulus lupulus the cones 3 / 154°C (309°F)
Chamomille Matriarca chamomilla the blossoms 6 / 190°C (374°F)
Lavender Lavandula angustifolia the blossoms 1 / 130°C (266°F)
Lemon balm Melissa officinalis the leaves 2 / 142°C (288°F)
Sage Salvia officinalis the leaves 6 / 190°C (374°F)
Thyme Thymus vulgaris the herb 6 / 190°C (374°F)
FA C TO R S I N F L U E N C I N G VA P O R I Z AT I O N
The amount of active ingredients re-
leased into the balloon can be influ-
enced by the following factors:
1. Quality: The concentration of ingre-
dients in the plant material.
2. Quantity: The amount of plant mate-
rial in the filling chamber.
3. Surface: The finer the plant is grin-
ded, the greater the surface and the
more ingredients can be released
during vaporization.
4. Temperature: The higher the tem-
peratures, the more active ingredi-
ents will be released at once.
Please note: Increasing the tempe-
rature should be the last resort, be-
cause plant material tastes more
roasted when using higher tem-
perature.
The ingredients of a plant are released
in a gentle way so that a repetition of
vaporization with the same material in
the filling chamber is possible. De-
pending on the 4 factors described
above, the material in the filling cham-
ber can be reused several times until
all aromas and active ingredients are
completely dissolved. It is advised to
take out the content of the filling cham-
ber and grind it once again to increase
the surface of the original material. An
increased temperature would activate
more ingredients as well, but has a
negative effect on the taste. If no more
vapors are visible at the highest tem-
perature, the material used for vapori-
zation is completely used up and must
be replaced with new material. For
taste-related reasons, we recommend

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FA C TO R S I N F L U E N C I N G VA P O R I Z AT I O N
ok
Watch vapor density
VOLCANO DIGIT AND CLASSIC HOT AIR GENERATORS
replacing the material used for vapori-
zation before it is completely used up.
It is important to watch the vapor den-
sity in the balloon. A fine, white vapor
feels very comfortable when inhaled.
As the vapor gets denser the taste can
get too strong. In case of a very high
vapor intensity (density) the concen-
tration of aromas and active ingredi-
ents may cause an irritation of the re-
spiratory tract. If this is the case lower
the temperature.
It is not necessary to fill the balloon
completely. It is often sufficient to fill
only half or even less than half of the
balloon in order to achieve the desired
results.
The balloon is not suitable for storing
vapors over a long period because
the vapors condense on the balloon
surface over time (a few hours). Only
fill the amount you want to inhale wi-
thin 10 minutes.
Breathing technique
Inhale only half of the volume of air that
one could inhale. Hold your breath for
a few seconds and exhale slowly. It is
recommended to consciously concen-
trate on your respiration.
For current and detailed information
please visit our website:
www.storz-bickel.com
VOLCANO DIGIT AND CLASSIC HOT AIR GENERATORS
Unpacking
The box contains all components as
well as the operating manual. Keep
the operating manual for future refe-
rence.
Take out the accessories and the va-
porizer from the box. Immediately af-
ter unpacking check whether the va-
porizer, the accessories, the cable
and the plug were included in the de-
livery and work properly. If you notice
any defects, inform the seller or the
delivery agent immediately.
The packing material (plastic
bags, styrofoam material, bo-
xes etc.) must be kept out of
the reach of children as it is a
potential source of danger.
Please dispose of the packing materi-
al in a proper and environmentally
friendly manner.
We recommend keeping the original
packaging in case it is required later
(transport, customer service etc.).
Installation
Before installing the vaporizer, make
sure that the information given on the
type plate on the underside of the de-
vice corresponds to the local supply
mains data.
All parts of the electrical system must
comply with currently applicable offi-
cial regulations.
Put the vaporizer on a flat and stable
surface.
Take care that the main cable cannot
be damaged through bending, crush-
ing or pulling.
If the vaporizer is not installed
properly, this may cause per-
sonal injuries and material
damage for which the manuf-
acturer cannot be held re-
sponsible.
Application and operation
This vaporizer was developed
for vaporizing the plant mate-
rials listed in the plant over-
view as well as their essences.
Any other use is inappropriate
and potentially dangerous.
For use and maintenance, the user
must always follow the instructions
given in this operating manual.
If you have any doubts, or if there are
any problems immediately switch off
the vaporizer and pull out the main
plug. Do not try to remedy the defect
yourself. Contact our Customer Ser-
vice directly.
After using the device, allow it to cool
down before storing it away.
Care and maintenance
Before maintenance the device has to
be switched off and the main plug has
to be unplugged.
At the bottom of the hot air generator
is an air filter. The air filter can occa-
sionally be inspected by turning the air
filter cap counter clockwise and re-
move the air filter.
Reassemble in
reverse sequence
Only clean the device with a damp
cloth when dirty. Do not use any harsh
cleaning agents or scouring powder.
Clean the housing with a soft cloth; or,
if need be, use a mild cleaning agent
(soap water).
Storage
Store the vaporizer in a dry place pro-
tected against atmospheric exposure
and out of the reach of children or un-
qualified persons.

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VOLCANO DIGIT AND CLASSIC HOT AIR GENERATORS VOLCANO DIGIT
In case of problems
Immediately pull out the main cable
and ensure that no one can connect
the vaporizer to the mains supply
again without this being noticed.
If there are any faults in the electro-
nics of VOLCANO DIGIT, you can
perform a reset by pulling out the
mains plug and plugging it again after
waiting for minimum three seconds.
Put the vaporizer in the original pa-
ckaging, or pack it properly in other
packing material, and take it to our
Customer Service.
If the vaporizer has an irreparable de-
fect, do not throw it away. As it is
made of high-quality, completely re-
cyclable parts, it should be recycled
according to the regulations applica-
ble at your place of residence.
Trouble shooting
Please make sure that there is no
power failure and that the line protec-
tive switch (in the fuse box) and the
main switch are switched on.
If the instructions mentioned
above do not solve the pro-
blem and also if there are any
other defects or difficulties
that are not mentioned here,
pull out the main plug imme-
diately.
Do not open the hot air gene-
rator! Without special tools
and specialized knowledge,
any attempt to open the de-
vice will cause damage to it.
Such an attempt will invali-
date the warranty claim.
Do not try to remedy the defect your-
self. Contact our Customer Service
department directly.
Technical Data VOLCANO DIGIT
and VOLCANO CLASSIC
Voltage: 220-240 V / 50-60 Hz or
110-120 V / 50-60 Hz.
The specification is located on the
bottom side of the VOLCANO hot air
generator.
Heat output: 100 W
Air pump output: 11 W
Air temperature:
CLASSIC adjustable between approx.
130°C to 230°C (266°F to 446°F);
DIGIT adjustable between approx.
40°C to 230°C (104°F to 446°F)
Air flow: approx. 12 l/min
Weight: CLASSIC approx. 1,6 kg;
DIGIT approx. 1,8 kg
Safety category 1 (protective earthed)
Please unplug to disconnect from the
main current.
Subject to technical changes.
Patents: DE Pat. 198 03 376;
DE 100 42 396; EU 0933093;
US Pat. 6,513,524;
further patents pending.
Commissioning
Do not leave the device unat-
tended while it is being ope-
rated. Put the VOLCANO DI-
GIT on a flat and stable surface.
Check whether the mains voltage cor-
responds to the voltage rating stated
on the device. The power cord and
the plug must be in a perfect conditi-
on. Only connect the VOLCANO DI-
GIT to a properly installed (grounded)
socket.
It is mandatory to ground the vapori-
zer. The manufacturer will not bear
any responsibility whatsoever if this
accident prevention measure is not
taken.
When the main plug is plugged in, the
LED display of the device lights up
briefly. At the same time, an internal
software query is performed.
The green point on the display shows
that the hot air generator is connected
to the power supply.
Heating up
To switch on the heater, push the red
button labeled „HEAT“. The set/actu-
al temperature will light up, signaling
that the heater is switched on.
At the same time, the yellow control
lamp will light up to indicate that the
appliance is heating up.
The upper, red display shows the ac-
tual temperature in the filling chamber
with the air pump switched on, and
the lower, green display shows the
desired set temperature. The heating
process is completed when the set
value is equal to the actual value. He-
ating up can take up to 5 minutes de-
pending upon the chosen tempera-
ture. After the heating up process is
completed, the temperature is cons-
tantly maintained at the set value. The
luminous intensity of the yellow cont-
rol lamp corresponds to the intensity
of the heating-up process.
For technical reasons the
temperature in the filling cham-
ber cannot be measured du-
ring vaporization. During operation the
temperature is measured at the hea-
ting block. The display indicates the
reference values for the attached fil-
ling chamber with the air pump swit-
ched on.
Temperature setting
Plus temperature
button
Minus temperature
button
Actual temperature
display (red)
Set temperature
display (green)

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VOLCANO CLASSIC
When you press the plus button, the
set value is increased, and when you
press the minus button, the set value
is decreased. When you briefly tap
the plus or minus button, the set va-
lues are increased or decreased re-
spectively in 1-degree increments. If
you keep the plus or minus button
pressed, the set values start running
continuously in the corresponding di-
rection. If you simultaneously tap the
plus button and the minus button, the
display changes from degree Celsius
to degree Fahrenheit and vice versa.
If the actual value is higher
than the set value, you can
speed up the cooling down
process by switching on the
air pump.
30 minutes after the last time
a button is pressed, the device
automatically switches off.
As long as the heating has a substan-
tial amount of residual warmth, the
temperature is displayed until it drops
below 40°C (104°F). Then the display
turns off, and the green dot on the dis-
play indicates that the hot air genera-
tor is connected to the mains supply.
Commissioning
Do not leave the device unat-
tended while it is being ope-
rated. Put the VOLCANO
CLASSIC on a flat and stable surface.
Check whether the mains voltage cor-
responds to the voltage rating stated
on the device. The power cord and
the plug must be in a perfect condi-
tion. Only connect the VOLCANO
CLASSIC to a properly installed (groun-
ded) socket.
It is mandatory to ground the vapori-
zer. The manufacturer will not bear any
responsibility whatsoever if this acci-
dent prevention measure is not taken.
Heating up
Switch on the heater by pushing the
red button „HEAT“. The red switch will
light up signalling that the heater is in
operation. At the same time, the yellow
control lamp will be signalling that the
appliance is heating up. This process
can take up to 5 minutes depending
upon the chosen temperature.
As soon as the yellow control light turns
off, the desired temperature has been
reached and heating up of the heating
block is completed. If the temperature
in the heating block drops, the heating
block will automatically heat up, which
is signalled by the yellow control lamp
lighting up again.
The air temperature is always fluctua-
ting about ± 5°C (± 9°F) related to the
indicated values because of the heating
up and cooling down of the heating
block. For example at level 6 from 185
up to 195°C (365° up to 383°F).
Choose the desired temperature at the
temperature regulator knob.
Temperature setting
Choose temperature
Air temperature table

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EASY VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION EASY VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Fill filling chamber
max. 10 mm
min. 1 mm
Remove filling chamber cap
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Turn the filling chamber cap in order to
remove it from the filling chamber.
Fill the desired amount of ground
plant material in the filling chamber.
Then screw on the filling chamber cap
again.
Screw on filling chamber cap
Take care that the screens
are not obstructed with plant
material. To guarantee optimal
results, we recommend cleaning the
screens regularly with the brush sup-
plied with the device.
Put the filling chamber with cap on the
exhaust vent of the hot air generator
and allow it to lock in place. Switch on
the air pump. To do so, press the
green button/switch labeled „AIR“. The
filling chamber as well as its content
must be preheated for a couple of se-
conds before the ingredients start to
vaporize. Before attaching, remove the
mouthpiece from the valve balloon.
approx. 5 sec
Preheat plant material
for a few seconds
Before putting the valve bal-
loon on the filling chamber,
stretch it tight so that the bal-
loon is placed vertically on the vapori-
zer when it is filled.
Put the valve balloon on the filling
chamber and allow it to lock in place.
This will open the valve. Now the bal-
loon will fill with flavors and vapors of
active ingredients.
Only fill the balloon with the approxi-
mate amount of vapor that you intend
to use within the next 10 minutes. Do
not fill the balloon completely (over-
pressure) in order to prevent the loss
of vapors of active ingredients. It is
important to observe the vapor densi-
ty in the balloon (see „Factors influen-
cing vaporization“).
ok
Watch vapor density
When the balloon is filled, switch off
the air pump and remove the valve
balloon together with the filling cham-
ber. To do so, hold the filling chamber
cap at the textured grip.

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EASY VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
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EASY VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Remove complete balloon unit
Beware of hot surface!
Detach valve balloon from filling chamber
Attach the mouthpiece
to the valve balloon
Beware of hot surface!
After filling a balloon do not
touch any parts of the filling
chamber or of the cap until
they have cooled down.
Detach the valve balloon from the fil-
ling chamber. When you do so, the
valve is automatically closed so that
the vapors in the balloon cannot es-
cape.
Attach the mouthpiece to the valve
balloon and allow it to lock in place.
To inhale, put the mouthpiece to your
lips and lightly press against the
mouthpiece with your lips. By doing
so, the valve opens and the vapors
can be inhaled from the balloon. As
soon as you remove the pressure
from the mouthpiece, the valve auto-
matically closes.
When the content of the bal-
loon is almost used up, you
can empty the balloon com-
pletely by pulling it tight.
Press mouthpiece against lips to inhale Stretch balloon
tight
EASY VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
EASY VALVE valve balloon with
mouthpiece
The EASY VALVE valve balloon with
mouthpiece does not require any main-
tenance and should be replaced re-
gularly with a new valve balloon with
mouthpiece for hygienic reasons. For
the same reasons, a valve balloon
with mouthpiece should not be used
by several persons at the same time.
Filling chamber with cap
Before disassembling, allow the filling
chamber and the cap to cool down.
These parts should be cleaned regu-
larly to guarantee proper functioning
and a clean taste. For hygienic reasons
cleaning should also be done when the
device is used by other persons. For
manual cleaning, use spirit (ethyl alco-
hol) and paper or cotton towels only.
Filling chamber and cap are easily
disassembled and reassembled within
seconds. Filling chamber and cap
parts may also be cleaned in a dish-
washer. Screens, cap ring and clips
are too small for this and might get lost
in a dishwasher. Before assembling
allow all parts to dry properly.
Never leave the filling chamber on top
of the exhaust vent of the VOLCANO
as long as the heater is on, except when
filling the balloon. Non-observance can
lead to an overheated filling chamber,
which might burn one’s fingers.

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EASY VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCEEASY VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Push out the upper screen
with the help of the cleaning brush
Push the cap cylinder
out of the cap housing
Disassembling the cap
Use, e.g., the handle of the cleaning
brush to press the upper screen down
in order to push it out.
Push the cap cylinder downwards out
of the cap housing. At the same time
the cap ring will be stripped off.
Reassemble in reverse sequence.
Disassembling the filling chamber
Push the lower screen upwards out of
the filling chamber cylinder. Push the
filling chamber cylinder upwards out
of the filling chamber housing.
Push the filling chamber cylinder upwards
out of the filling chamber housing
When the filling chamber cylinder is
pushed out, the three clips are loose-
ned and fall out of the filling chamber
housing.
Lower screen
Filling chamber
cylinder
Filling chamber
housing
3 pcs. clips
Assembling the filling chamber
Push the filling chamber cylinder from
above into the filling chamber housing
and allow it to lock in place.
Insert the clips in the openings provi-
ded for them in the foot of the filling
chamber housing.
Manual cleaning with alcohol (min. 90%)
Filling chamber
cylinder
Filling chamber
housing
Clip
Insert clips
Make sure the clips are positioned pro-
perly, as shown in the detailed drawing.
SOLID VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
The balloon material must be
kept out of the reach of chil-
dren as it is a potential source
of danger. As an alternative to the
VOLCANO balloon, only use heat-re-
sistant, food safe and tasteless oven
hoses and roasting bags.
Filling the filling chamber
Remove the entire filling chamber
Fill filling chamber
max. 10 mm
min. 1 mm
The upper screen has to be
placed carefully into the in-
tended notch. Non-observan-
ce may result in plant parti-
cles in the balloon that might
be inhaled subsequently.
Cap ring
Cap housing
Cap cylinder
Upper screen
Insert the screen into the filling cham-
ber from above.
insert and fill the chamber with the
desired amount of herbs.

SOLID VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATIONSOLID VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
22
approx.
5 sec
Preheat plant material for a few seconds
Before putting the valve balloon on
the filling chamber, stretch it so that it
extends vertically from the vaporizer
when it is filled.
Attach the valve with the affixed bal-
loon to the filling chamber. To do this,
set the valve onto the filling chamber
from above until both gripper ele-
ments are engaged. The valve will
automatically open up. The balloon
will slowly fill with the vaporized aro-
mas and active ingredients.
Stretch valve
balloon tight
Only fill the balloon with the approxi-
mate amount of vapor that you intend
to use within the next 10 minutes. Do
not overfill the balloon (overpressure)
in order to prevent the loss of vapor
and its active ingredients. It is impor-
tant to watch the vapor density (as
described under „ factors influencing
vaporization“).
Fit in the filling chamber insert and use
the pin to lower the screen unit so that
the content of the filling chamber is
loosely fixed between the screens.
Insert filling chamber insert
approx. 1 mm
Make sure that the filling chamber disc
sits properly in the filling chamber. It
must touch the top edge of the filling
chamber cylinder.
Take care that the screens are
neither bent nor obstructed
with plant material. To guaran-
tee optimal results, it is ad-
vised to clean the screens
regularly with the enclosed
cleaning brush.
Put the filling chamber on the exhaust
vent of the VOLCANO. Turn on the air
pump, by pushing the green button
„AIR“. The filling chamber and its con-
tent have to be preheated for a couple
of seconds before the ingredients will
start to vaporize.
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Attach valve balloon to filling chamber
ok
Watch vapor density
When the balloon is filled, turn off the
air pump and remove the balloon unit.
Grasp the valve firmly with your thumb
and index finger at the designated in-
dentation.
Remove complete balloon unit

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SOLID VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATIONSOLID VALVE APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Beware of hot surface!
Never leave filling chamber on VOLCANO
Attach the mouthpiece to the valve
balloon. Make sure that both grippers
are engaged.
To inhale, put the mouthpiece to your
lips and lightly press against the
mouthpiece with your lips. By doing so,
the valve opens and the vapors can be
inhaled from the balloon. As soon as
you remove the pressure from the
mouthpiece, the valve automatically
closes.
Attach the
mouthpiece
to the valve balloon
When the content of the bal-
loon is almost used up, you
can empty the balloon com-
pletely by pulling it tight.
Press mouthpiece against lips to inhale
Stretch valve
balloon tight
Place the filling chamber on a heat-
proof surface, for example these in-
structions, and detach the valve bal-
loon from the filling chamber by
pressing the grippers together. The
valve closes automatically so that the
vapors in the balloon cannot escape.
Beware of hot surface!
After filling a balloon do not
touch any parts of the filling
chamber or of the cap until
they have cooled down. Nev-
er leave the filling chamber
on top of the exhaust vent of
the VOLCANO as long as the
heater is on, except when fill-
ing the balloon. Non-obser-
vance can lead to an over-
heated filling chamber, which
might burn one’s fingers.
Detach valve balloon
from filling chamber SOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Mouthpiece, valve and
filling chamber
These parts should be cleaned regu-
larly to guarantee proper functioning
and a clean taste. For hygienic rea-
sons cleaning should also be done
when the device is used by other
persons. Always replace the balloon
after cleaning has been done. Only
use spirit (ethyl alcohol) with paper or
cotton towels or dishwashing liquid
with warm water. Manual cleaning with alcohol (min. 90%)

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SOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCESOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Pull off lip piece
Mouthpiece cylinder
Mouthpiece housing
Lip piece
The mouthpiece, valve and filling
chamber are easily disassembled
within seconds for cleaning. Mouth-
piece, valve and filling chamber may
also be cleaned in a dishwasher. The
screens and the parts of the filling
chamber insert are too small for that
and might get lost in a dishwasher.
Disassembly of the mouthpiece
Pull off the lip piece from the mouth-
piece cylinder and remove the cylinder
from the mouthpiece housing.
Before assembling allow all parts to
dry properly.
Reassemble in reverse sequence.
Disassembly of the valve
Undo the balloon clip and remove the
balloon along with the fixation ring.
Insert your index finger into the open
end of the valve cylinder. Push up the
valve cylinder until you can unscrew
the valve cap.
Opening the
balloon clip
Remove the valve cap and valve ring.
Pull out the valve cylinder along with
the valve spring of the valve housing.
In case of tightness, the parts can be
loosened by warming them up in warm
water.
Screw off valve cap
Balloon clip
Balloon fixation ring
Valve cap
Valve ring
Valve housing
Gripper indentation
Gripper
Valve spring
Valve cylinder
Reassemble in reverse sequence.
Disassembly of the filling chamber
insert
The filling chamber insert can be eas-
ily removed from the filling chamber.
The filling chamber insert can be disas-
sembled by screwing off the nut.
Disassembling the filling chamber insert
Pin
Filling chamber disc
Screen brace disc
Upper screen
Washer
Nut (M2)
Reassemble in reverse sequence.
Disassembly of the filling chamber
The lower screen will be pushed out of
the filling chamber. The filling chamber
ring can be pulled off with tweezers.
Pull off filling chamber ring with tweezers

SOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCESOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
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Screw off filling chamber housing from
filling chamber cylinder
Holding ring
Lower screen
Filling chamber housing
Filling chamber cylinder
Filling chamber ring
Filling chamber housing and filling
chamber cylinder can be screwed off
now. In case of tightness, the parts can
be loosened by warming them up in
warm water.
Reassemble in reverse sequence.
Attachment of the balloon to the
valve
As an alternative to the VOLCANO
balloon, use a tasteless, heatproof and
foodsafe balloon, which is used in the
food industry. It is available in nearly
every drug store and supermarket. Do
not use any other plastic bags or
clingwraps. The procedure to change
a balloon with a heatproof oven tube
is described below:
Cut a piece of approximately 50-60 cm
and tie it close at one end.
Cut a piece of
approx. 50-60 cm
Tie close at one end
As the opening of the balloon is much
wider than the diameter of the valve
housing, the balloon must be folded.
To do this pull the balloon fixation ring
approximately 3 cm over the open end
of the balloon and then pull the balloon
fixation ring with the balloon over the
collar of the valve until it fits into the
intended notch.
Attach balloon to valve
Adjust the folds equally around the
valve collar making certain that the
valve hangs straight down when the
balloon is held at the end.
Bend the protruding end of the balloon
back. Secure the balloon by pulling the
balloon clip over both the valve and
the balloon fixation ring so that the
balloon fixation ring is no longer visible
and the protruding end of the balloon
points backwards. Align balloon to valve

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LIQUID PADSOLID VALVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Fixing the balloon with the
balloon clip Ready to use
If needed, the excess VOLCANO bal-
loon material can be trimmed away
using a pair of scissors, making certain
not to poke a hole into the balloon.
Balloon sets can be ordered
directly from
www.storz-bickel.com.
LIQUID PAD
The liquid pad is used to vaporize the
essences (aroma oils) of the plants
specified in the plant list. The stainless
steel wire of the liquid pad serves as
the carrier of the essence, comparab-
le to the unvaporizable plant fibers in
plant material used for vaporization.
Caution! The essences are
usually concentrates; there-
fore, a very small dosage is
sufficient. The vaporized concentra-
tes may not be inhaled directly, but
instead pumping them into the room
air directly from the filling chamber
without the valve balloon attached.
Preparation
If the liquid pad is used, the screens
in the filling chamber are not required
and should be removed. This applies
to the filling chamber of the EASY
VALVE as well as to the filling cham-
ber of the SOLID VALVE. In both
cases the liquid pad is inserted in
place of the lower screen in the filling
chamber. You will need the filling
chamber disc of the filling chamber
insert of the SOLID VALVE as this
valve cannot open without the filling
chamber disc.
Preparation to use the liquid pad
Application
Put the filling chamber upside down
and allow the essence to drip in an
evenly distributed manner on the
lower side of the liquid pad with the
help of a pipette. The liquid pad can
soak up to 10 drops without any pro-
blems. If you use an essence with
unknown concentration, use maxi-
mum one drop and carefully increase
the amount until you achieve the cor-
rect dosage.
Dropping drops
with a pipette
Please note that oils become
more liquid at high temperatu-
res. If you use too many drops,
the essence could drip into the hot air
generator, which must be avoided.
Certain essences may be provided in
a diluted form as alcoholic solutions.
The advantage of such essences is
that the liquid is distributed more
evenly around the stainless steel wire
of the liquid pad. Therefore, the sur-
face used for vaporization is larger.
However, if such essences are used,
first the alcohol must be separated
from the essence as alcohol should
not be inhaled. To do this, put the fil-
ling chamber onto the unheated (room
temperature) VOLCANO and switch on
the air pump until the alcohol has eva-
porated, which may take a few se-
conds. As alcohol has a characteristic
odor, a simple smell test can be per-
formed to find out whether the filling
chamber is free of alcohol. The essen-
ces that vaporize only at higher tem-
peratures remain in the liquid pad.
Then heat up the VOLCANO and va-
porize the essence left on the liquid
pad as described in the chapters
„EASY VALVE“ and „SOLID VALVE“.
Essences without solvents can be va-
porized directly after they are applied
to the liquid pad.
Cleaning
Put the liquid pad in alcohol and rinse
it thoroughly. As the liquid pad is
made of stainless steel, it can be used
again and again if it is cleaned well.

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WARRANTY
This device complies with the following
EC Directives:
�Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EWG
�Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EWG
Manufacturer’s Representations
and Warranties
These representations and warranties
are applicable to all end-customers
(the “Customers” and each, individu-
ally, a “Customer”) purchasing pro-
ducts (the “Products”) sold by Storz &
Bickel GmbH & Co. KG or Storz & Bi-
ckel America, Inc. (the “Company”).
Warranty and Limitations
Company warrants solely to the ori-
ginal purchaser of the Products that
for the Warranty Period (as defined
below), the Products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use, and will conform to
Company’s published specifications
of the Products. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, Company retains its right
to deviate from its published specifi-
cations due to the latest innovations
and improvements in function and de-
sign of the Products. The foregoing
warranty is subject to the proper sto-
rage, transportation and use of the
Products, and does not include de-
fects due to normal wear and tear or
deterioration, including, but not limited
to, defects on screens, air filters, bal-
loon material and valve balloons.
Upon delivery, Customer shall imme-
diately inspect the Products for con-
formity and visible defects. Customer
shall give Company immediate writ-
ten notice of any non-conformities
or visible defects regarding the Pro-
ducts and contact Company in writing
concerning return or repair, as the
case may be.
Warranty
Customer shall notify Company in
writing of any defects of the Products.
Company’s sole obligation under the
foregoing warranty is, at Company’s
option, to repair or correct any such
covered defect or to replace or ex-
change the Product, provided Custo-
mer has returned the Product with a
copy of the original invoice to the
Company or one of its authorized re-
pair shops at his own cost. Any re-
paired, corrected, replaced or ex-
changed Products shall be subject to
the warranty set forth in section “War-
ranty and Limitations”, following
their repair, correction, replacement
or exchange. If Company has received
notification from Customer, and no
defects of the Product could be disco-
vered, Customer shall bear the costs
that Company incurred as a result of
the notice.
The “warranty period” begins on the
date on which the products are being
WARRANTY
physically delivered to customer’s
site, and continues to be in effect for
twenty four (24) months for VOLCA-
NO DIGIT, and thirty six (36) months
for VOLCANO CLASSIC, SOLID VAL-
VE, and EASY VALVE filling chamber.
Company does not authorize any per-
son or party to assume or create for it
any other obligation or liability in con-
nection with the Products except as
set forth herein.
All requests and notices from U.S.
Customers under this warranty shall
be directed to:
Storz & Bickel America, Inc.
1155 5th Street, #104
Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
All requests and notices from Canadi-
an and all other Customers under this
warranty shall be directed to:
Storz & Bickel GmbH & Co. KG
Rote Strasse 1,
78532 Tuttlingen, Germany
Phone [phone],
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
The warranty set forth in section
“Warranty and Limitations” is made
in lieu of all other warranties (whether
express or implied), rights or condi-
tions, and Customer acknowledges
that except for such limited warranty,
the Products are provided “as is.”
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Company specifically disclaims, with-
out limitation, all other warranties, ex-
press or implied, of any kind, inclu-
ding, without limitation, the implied
warranties of merchantability and fit-
ness for a particular purpose, non-in-
fringement, and those warranties ari-
sing from a course of performance, a
course of dealing or trade usage.
Liability
Handling of this product is to be as
stated in the Operation Instructions.
The user accepts full liability for im-
proper handling and usage of this
product. The intended application only
refers to the plants named by us. Re-
pair of this product is only to be done
by us or one of our authorized repair
shops. For repairs done by one of our
repair shops, proof of the following
must be presented: repair date, type
and extent of repair as well as the
company‘s name and signature. Only
original Storz & Bickel parts are to be
used. Failure to comply with any of
the points mentioned in these Opera-
tion Instructions release Storz & Bi-
ckel GmbH & Co. KG from any and all
liability.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Company be liable
for any indirect, incidental, punitive,
special or consequential damages,
including but not limited to, damages
for loss of profits, revenue, goodwill
or use, incurred by Customer or any
third party, whether in an action in
contract, tort, strict liability, or impo-
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

34
WARRANTY
sed by statute, or otherwise, even
if advised of the possibility of such
damages. Company’s liability for da-
mages arising out of or in connection
with this agreement shall in no event
exceed the purchase price of the Pro-
ducts. It is agreed and acknowledged
that the provisions of this agreement
allocate the risks between Compa-
ny and Customer, that Company’s
pricing reflects this allocation of risk,
and but for this allocation and limita-
tion of liability, Company would not
have entered into this agreement.
In jurisdictions that limit the scope of
or preclude limitations or exclusion of
remedies or damages, or of liability,
such as liability for gross negligence
or willful misconduct or do not allow
implied warranties to be excluded,
the limitation or exclusion of warran-
ties, remedies, damages or liability
set forth above are intended to apply
to the maximum extent permitted by
applicable law. Customer may also
have other rights that vary by state,
country or other jurisdiction.
Repair service
After the warranty period has expired,
or if there are any defects which are
not caped under warranty, our ser-
vice department will repair the defect
after providing the Customer with an
estimate and receiving the payment.
The information contained in this ope-
rating manual is based on our expe-
rience and is current and complete to
the best of our knowledge and ability
at the time of printing. Storz & Bickel
GmbH & Co. KG does not accept re-
sponsibility for errors, omissions or
incorrect interpretations of the con-
tents or any information herein. Users
are advised that all applications and
uses of the Products described must
conform to applicable local laws, or-
dinances and codes and users of the
Products are advised that they are
solely responsible for determining
and assuring the suitability of any
Product for the intended application.
No part of this document may be
reproduced in any form (by printing,
photocopying or other means) or
processed, duplicated or circulated
electronically without the prior written
approval of Storz & Bickel GmbH &
Co. KG.

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