Swefog Ultimate 300 std. User manual

This manual is for:
30 200-120 Ultimate 300 std. 120V 60 Hz
30 200-240 Ultimate 300 std. 240V 50 Hz
30 201-120 Ultimate 300 DMX 120V 60 Hz
30 201-240 Ultimate 300 DMX 240V 50 Hz
REFER TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY !
SERVICE MANUAL
ULTIMATE 300
NOTE:
This service manual describes the most common service & maintenance works. The
service and maintenance must be performed by personnel with great experience & know-
how about haze machines in general, and Swefog Ultimate series in particular.
Never modify or change anything inside the machine. If any part is replaced, always use
Swefog original parts. If not, the manufacturer will not take any responsibility for safety,
performance and CE-conformity.
Electrical works must be performed by personnel with national and international certificate
of workmanship.
For information, call Swefog:
HELPDESK:
Tel: [phone] Swefog technology group AB
Fax: [phone] P.O. Box 106, Östra Vägen 6
e-mail: [email protected] 682 23 FILIPSTAD
website: www.swefog.com Sweden

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MACHINE COMPONENTS 3
Compressor Unit 3
Haze Unit 4
SERVICE MANUAL ULTIMATE 300 STD & DMX 5
Connection / Disconnection of internal air tubes 5
COMPRESSOR UNIT:
1. General Cleaning 5
2. Cleaning of intercooler, intercooler fan & air inlet frame 6
3. Replacing compressor air inlet filter 6
4. Replacing DMX unit (if equipped) 7
5. Replacing inlet & outlet air tubes connected to the
intercooler 8
HAZE UNIT:
1. General Cleaning 8
2. Check of condensed water in the compressed air filter 9
3. Cleaning of compressed air filter 9
4. Cleaning of nozzle unit 10
5. Replacing the electric motor of the output fan 10
6. Replacing the tank unit 11

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Machine Components:
Use the images below to identify the parts inside Ultimate 300. When ordering
spare parts, please note, some parts are sold as “service kits”. Service kits
simplifies order of parts, it also reduces the risk that any part needed for service is
forgotten.
COMPRESSOR UNIT:
Compressor unit (left side)
1. Mains outlet (to haze
unit)
2. Intercooler
3. Intercooler fan
4. Compressed air
outlet (to haze unit)
5. Overpressure releif
valve
6. Air inlet filter
7. Capacitor
8. Air outlet
(compressor)
9. Air inlet
(compressor)
10. Electric motor
(compressor)
11. Air compressor
Compressor unit (right
side)
12. Mains outlet (to haze
unit)
13. Air inlet frame
14. Mains inlet, fuse &
mains switch
DMX unit (underneath)
15. XLR connectors
(DMX)
16. Mains inlet
17. Mains neutral (N) pin
18. Manual override
switch
19. Main switch
20. Fan wires
(connected to mains
outlet, mains power
to haze unit).
SERVICE KITS
AVAILABLE:
•Air filter service kit:
the kit includes 3 pcs
of an air inlet filter
cartridge. Item no.
U23-KT1
•Nozzle cleaning
service kit: includes
9 rubber gaskets for
the small brass
nozzles, 1 O-ring
gasket for the nozzle
body, 1 access hole
sealing gasket and 1
nozzle cleaning
brush.
Item no. U23-KT2
Compressor unit (right)
DMX unit (underneath)
Compressor unit (left)

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HAZE UNIT: Haze unit (left):
1. Fan
2. Compressed air
inlet (quick lock
tube fitting)
3. Fluid fill
4. Fan motor
5. Compressed air
filter
6. Tank & fluid level
window
Haze unit (right)
7. Haze outlet
8. Air inlet frame
9. Mains inlet
Nozzle unit (assembled):
10. Compressed air
inlet (quck lock
tube fitting)
11. Nozzle metal plate
12. Access hole
rubber gasket
13. Nozzle body (back
part)
14. Fluid inlet tube
fittings
15. Nut
16. Nozzle body (front
part)
17. Fluid tubes
18. Fluid filter holder
19. Fluid filter tube
fittings
20. Fluid filter
Nozzle unit
(disassembled):
21. Fluid filter holder
22. Nozzle metal plate
23. Compressed air
inlet tube fitting
24. Fluid tube fittings
25. Fluid filter
26. Fluid tubes
27. Access hole
rubber gasket
28. Nozzle body (front
part)
29. Nozzle body (back
part)
30. Nozzle body
screws
31. Fluid filter holder
nuts
32. Brass nozzles
33. Brass nozzle
rubber gaskets
34. O-ring sealing
g
asket
H
aze unit (left)
H
aze unit (right)
Nozzle unit (assembled)
Nozzle unit (disassembled)

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Service manual Ultimate 300 std. & DMX:
NOTE: For all service works described below, always begin with the following
precautions and preparations:
1. Disconnect the machine from mains. Disconnect DMX cables (if equipped)
2. Remove the screws that hold the cover plate. Lift the cover off.
3. Remove the two screws that hold the back plate. Bend the back plate outward
approx. 2,5 cm (1”).
4. Depending on which part that is going to be serviced or replaced, follow the
relevant instructions below.
Connection / disconnection of internal air tubes:
Ultimate hazers are equipped with super-rapid quick lock tube fittings of the industrial
type. Connection and disconnection is done in a second, without the need of tools. The
tube fittings are Polurethane (PUR) tubes. All PUR tubes used in the Ultimate series are
coloured light blue.
To disconnect a tube: Pull the ring on the tube fitting towards the fitting, while the
tube is pulled out.
To connect a tube: Just push the tube into the fitting, the tube will be automatically
locked. Ensure the tube is locked.
NOTE: Never replace a tube with a different type, made with a divergent material or
wrong size. The tubes used in all Swefog machines are tested and approved to stand the
temperature variations, dust, oily fluid residues, and the tube size is calibrated.
COMPRESSOR UNIT:
1. General cleaning:
The compressor unit contains several fans and large amount of air goes through the
machine during operation. There will be residues of the haze inside the machine, mixed
with dust and dirt from the environment where it is used. Regular cleaning service is
necessary to keep your machine functioning like new.
The haze fluid is oil-based, and cannot be removed with water. Always use a light
alcohol-based cleaning liquid or a domestic cleaning spirit and a cloth or paper for
cleaning.
1. Clean all surfaces of the compressor. Clean the compressor’s fan blades, there are
two fans, one in each end of the compressor.
2. Clean bottom of the machine.
3. Clean all sides of the inner bottom part of the machine.
4. Remove the metal plate (where all electric switches and mains inlets are placed).
Clean the surfaces between the metal plate and the machine. Place the metal plate
back and tighten all screws.
5. Check the compressor, especially the middle grey part (the electric motor), wipe
off dust and haze residues.
6. Check all electrical parts, like the intercooler fan, the DMX electronics (if
equipped), switches, mains connectors etc. If any electrical part is oily or dirty,
check if it is possible to clean. If not, always replace with original spare parts
only. NOTE: Never take unnecessary risks! Risk of serious personal injury may
occur if oily or dirty components are connected to mains.
7. Clean inside of the top cover. Test and check all functions on your machine.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Light spirit or an alcohol-
based cleaning liquid.
Paper or a cloth
A small flashlight for
inspection.
SYMBOLS:
= Information on tools
required to perform the
service work.
= Important information on
the spare parts required
before the service work is
started.

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2. Cleaning of the intercooler, intercooler fan & air inlet frame:
A regular cleaning and removal of dust clogging the intercooler is important to
maintain good performance of your hazer! The intercooler fan blows air through the
intercooler and transfers heat from the compressed air out of the machine. An
intercooler clogged with dirt and dust will reduce cooling capacity, the result is less
haze output and an increased amount of moisture in the compressed air. To clean the
intercooler is easy and made in a few minutes. NOTE: NEVER use mechanical or sharp
tools, it may damage the thin aluminium plates inside the intercooler! Use compressed
air ONLY, and blow off all dirt and dust.
1. Loosen the 2 lower screws that hold the air inlet frame, the fan and intercooler.
2. Loosen the two upper screws and remove the air inlet frame.
3. Cut the plastic stripe around the cable that is attached to the fan.
4. Disconnect the fan cable connector from the fan.
5. Disconnect all wires connected to the mains outlet connector. NOTE: Before
disconnection, write down how the wires are connected to the mains outlet, to
ensure a correct connection when the machine is assembled after this service.
6. Loosen the two screws that hold the mains outlet connector, and remove the
connector.
7. Release the two inlet and outlet tubes from the quick-lock tube fittings.
8. Lift the fan and intercooler out of the machine.
9. Use compressed air and blow air through the intercooler towards a cloth or a
paper. The dirt / dust will come off from the intercooler.
10. Clean the fan. Use paper or a cloth to clean the fan blades. Clean the fan frame.
11. Place the fan and intercooler back into the machine.
12. Place back the two lower (long) screws first. Insert them through the hole in the
fan frame, through the lower hole in the machine’s back plate, and through the fan
holes. Find the thread in the plate below the intercooler. Before the screw is
tightened, put the second long screw in place. When both of the long, lower
screws are in place, tighten both of them.
13. Put the upper (short) screws in place: insert through the fan frame hole, through
the hole in the machine’s back plate, and through the hole in the fan. Use a
locking nut and tighten both screws.
3. Replacing compressor air inlet filter:
1. Open the filter cap (twist it anti-clockwise)
2. Remove the filter cartridge.
3. If necessary, clean inside of the filter housing. Use a cloth or paper and a light
alcohol-based cleaning liquid or spirit. NOTE: Don’t let any dust or parts come
into the air inlet tube connected to the filter housing – the compressor may be
damaged.
4. Replace the old cartridge with a new (never re-use an old cartridge for any
reason), original Swefog cartridge, type: SM-L. NOTE: Place the filter cartridge in
the filter cap first, then screw the filter cap back in place.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
PH 2 Screwdriver
PZ 1 Screwdriver
8 mm nut tightener
Compressed air @ 6-8
bars, and an air blow gun.
Cloth or paper
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Paper, cleaning liquid.
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
1 x Air inlet filter cartridge.

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4. Replacing DMX unit (if equipped):
See owner´s manual for correct connection and setting of the DMX unit. If the
electronics do not work properly, it must be replaced:
1. Unscrew the 2 lower screws that hold the air inlet frame, the fan and intercooler.
2. Unscrew the two upper screws and remove the air inlet frame.
3. Cut the plastic stripe around the cable that is attached to the fan.
4. Disconnect the fan cable connector from the fan.
5. Disconnect all wires connected to the mains outlet connector. NOTE: Before
disconnection, write down how the wires are connected to the mains outlet, to
ensure a correct connection when the machine is assembled after this service.
6. Unscrew the two screws that hold the mains outlet connector, and remove the
connector.
7. Release the two inlet and outlet tubes from the quick-lock tube fittings.
8. Lift the fan and intercooler out of the machine.
9. Cut the plastic stripe around the capacitor that is attached to the DMX unit.
10. Lift the capacitor out of the machine (do not disconnect the red wires).
11. Remove the 5 screws that hold the DMX unit.
12. Remove the plastic frame (located between the DMX unit and the machine)
13. Disconnect the earth wire connected to the mains inlet’s earth pin.
14. Cut all small black plastic stripes that keep all electrical wires together.
15. Work the DMX unit out of the machine (you may need to bend the backplate out
approx. 25mm / 1”).
16. Cut the black plastic wires that is wrapped around the electric wires connected to
the switches underneath the DMX unit.
17. Disconnect the brown wire from the override switch and the blue wire from mains
inlet.
18. Remove the two screws that hold the intercooler, and remove the intercooler
19. Clean all wires, the plastic distance frame, and clean the machine housing inside.
Assembling new DMX unit:
1. Connect the brown wire to the override switch and connect the blue wire to the
mains inlet´s neutral (N) pin.
2. Use 2,5 mm wire stripes to fix the wires.
3. Work the new DMX unit into the machine’s backplate.
4. Tighten all 5 screws that hold the DMX unit.
5. Connect the earth wire (yellow / green colour) to the mains inlet’s earth pin.
NOTE: Wrong connection of the electrical wires may cause an electric shock
and a serious personal injury! If you do not have the experience and know-
how to connect electric wires, contact an electrician.
6. Ensure that no electric wire is squeezed, or close to a sharp edge.
7. Put the fan and intercooler back into the machine.
8. Place the two lower (long) screws first. Insert through the hole in the fan frame,
through the lower hole in the machine housing, and through the fan holes. Find
the thread in the plate below the intercooler. Before the screw is tightened, put the
second long screw in place. When both of the long, lower screws are in place,
tighten both of them.
9. Put the upper (short) screws in place: through the fan frame hole, through the hole
in the machine’s backplate, and through the hole in the fan. Use a locking nut and
tighten both screws.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
PH 2 Screwdriver
Flat pliers
Cutting pliers
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
1 x DMX unit made for 120 or
240V.
~ 20 pcs wire stripes 2,5 mm
(1 / 10”)

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5. Replacing inlet & outlet air tubes connected to the intercooler:
There are two tubes connected to the intercooler:
Tube between the compressor’s air outlet and intercooler’s inlet:
1. Remove the old tube by releasing it from the compressor (quick lock tube fitting),
and from the intercooler (unscrew and release the tube clamp). Be careful not to
damage the intercooler’s air inlet pipe (made with copper) when the old tube is
removed.
2. If necessary, clean the intercooler’s air inlet pipe.
3. Use a new, Swefog original spare tube. Place the tube clamp around the tube (do
not tighten it yet).
4. Put the tube around the intercooler’s inlet copper pipe. For a correct position,
approx. 20 mm (0,8”) of the copper pipe should be inside the tube.
5. Connect the tube to the compressor’s air outlet T-pipe (quick lock tube fitting).
Ensure an airtight connection.
6. Place the tube clamp around the tube, and with the copper pipe inside. Tighten the
clamp, ensure an airtight connection.
Tube between the intercooler’s outlet and compressed air outlet:
1. Remove the old tube by releasing it from the outlet connector (quick lock tube
fitting), and from the intercooler (unscrew and release the tube clamp). Be careful
not to damage the intercooler’s air outlet pipe (made with copper) when the old
tube is removed.
2. If necessary, clean the intercooler’s air outlet pipe.
3. Use a new, Swefog original spare tube.
4. Place the tube clamp around the tube (do not tighten it yet).
5. Put the tube around the intercooler’s outlet copper pipe. For a correct position of
the tube, approx. 20 mm (0,8”) of the copper pipe should be inside the tube.
6. Connect the tube to the compressed air outlet T-pipe. Ensure an airtight
connection.
7. Place the tube clamp around the tube with the copper pipe inside. Tighten the
clamp, ensure an airtight connection.
HAZE UNIT:
1. General cleaning:
The haze unit contains a fan. Large amount of air goes through the machine during
operation. There will be residues of the haze inside the machine, mixed with dust and
dirt from the environment where it is used. Regular cleaning service is necessary to
keep your machine functioning like new.
The haze fluid is oil-based, and cannot be removed with water. Always use a light
alcohol-based cleaning liquid or a domestic cleaning spirit and a cloth or paper for
cleaning.
1. Clean the top and the sides of the tank. Carefully wipe off all dust from the fluid
level window. Make sure not to break the window. Do not push hard against the
window.
2. Clean the fan: the fan wheel, inside and outside of the fan housing.
3. Clean bottom of the machine. Clean all surfaces.
4. Clean all sides of the bottom facing the top cover.
5. Remove the back plate (where mains inlet is placed). Clean the surfaces between
the back plate and the machine. Put the back plate back and tighten all screws.
6. Check all electrical parts, like the fan motor, mains connectors etc. If any
electrical part is oily or dirty, check if it is possible to clean. If not, always
replace with original spare parts only. NOTE: Never take unnecessary risks !
Risk of serious personal injury may occur if oily or dirty components are
connected to mains.
7. Clean inside of the top cover.
8. Check for leakage, dirt or dust inside the machine.
9. Test and check all functions on your machine.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Light spirit or an alcohol-
based cleaning liquid.
Paper or a cloth
A small flashlight for
inspection.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
7 mm nut tightener
A small screwdriver
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
Original 10mm PUR tube for
connection between
compressor & intercooler
Original 10mm PUR tube for
connection between
intercooler & compressed air
filter.

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2. Check of condensed water in the compressed air filter:
The compressed air filter is the last filter that the compressed air passes before going
through the nozzle. The filter separates moisture from the compressed air. While
machine is operating, the water will be removed from the air. The water is stored in the
filter cup. Every time the machine is switched off, a small valve in the bottom will open
to let out the condensed water.
Check that everything is working OK and that no water is kept in the cup when the
machine is switched off.
3. Cleaning of the compressed air filter:
The filter cartridge is made with PE plastic or brass, and can be cleaned.
1. Release the air inlet & outlet (nozzle) tubes from the filter.
2. Unscrew the transparent filter cup. Remove the cup from the machine.
3. Unscrew the filter cartridge.
4. Disassemble the filter cartridge, and put all parts in a cup with a light spirit for
approx. 1 hour. NOTE: Do NOT use strong spirits, risk of damage of the plastic
parts.
5. Clean the filter element from dirt with the use of compressed air.
6. Clean & dry all parts.
7. Clean the rest of the filter & filter cup with a light spirit and a cloth. Make sure
that no dirt or dust is left in the filter or filter cartridge.
8. Put the filter cartridge back in place. Ensure that the filter cartridge is tightened
properly to the filter body. If not, vibrations may cause the cartridge to come
loose.
9. When the filter cartridge is fixed, put the filter cup back in place. Check the small
valve at the bottom of the filter cup. For correct operation, check that the valve
closes when the machine (compressor) is switched on, and opens when it is
switched off.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
A small flashlight
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Light spirit or alcohol-based
cleaning liquid in a cup.
Combination pliers
A small flashlight for
inspection.

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4. Cleaning of nozzle unit:
If your hazer seems to work normally, but haze output is reduced, the V-TEC cracker
nozzles may be clogged. Ultimate 300 is equipped with the easycleanfeature,
allowing for an easy and quick service of the nozzle unit.
NOTE: It is very important to perform the cleaning work properly, if the nozzles
are not assembled correct, there is a risk of low haze output, and a damaged
compressor.
1. Remove the air supply tube.
2. Remove the 4 screws that hold the nozzle plate.
3. Work the nozzle unit out of the tank.
4. Wipe the nozzle unit off with a cloth or paper.
5. Remove the 3 fluid tubes from the nozzle body.
6. Remove the 2 nuts from the nozzle body. Release the plate holding the fluid filter
from the nozzle body.
7. Remove the 3 screws that hold the nozzle body together.
8. Remove the front part of the nozzle body.
9. Remove the rubber gaskets from the brass nozzles.
10. Carefully clean the 3 brass nozzles by using a small brush (like a toothbrush), and
an alcohol based cleaning liquid or spirit. Check and clean the small output hole
in the nozzle. Do not leave any dust or dirt inside the nozzle. Clean all sides of
the nozzle, do not leave any dirt. Use compressed air to clean the small hole in the
brass nozzle
11. Clean the front part of the nozzle body: clean the output holes from dirt.
12. Put the small brass nozzles back; put them in the correct holes in the back part of
the nozzle body. NOTE: Do not forget the rubber gaskets: 3 pcs. for each
brass nozzle.
13. Put the o-ring gasket back.
14. Put the front part of the nozzle body back. Ensure a correct position.
15. Assemble the 3 screws. NOTE: the upper screws are short, the two lower screws
are long. Tighten each screw until there is no gap between the front and back parts
of the nozzle body. Then tighten each screw ¼ of a turn more.
16. Check the fluid filter. If it seems to be dirty, replace it with a new one. Normally,
the fluid filter does not need to be replaced.
17. Check the fluid tubes between the fluid filter and the nozzle body. If there is dirt
inside, the fluid filter (see above) and the tubes must be replaced. Put the tube
back again.
18. Check the sealing gasket that is placed around the access hole on top of the tank,
between the tank and the nozzle plate.
19. Now your nozzle unit is as good as new! Put it back through the hole in the tank.
20. Tighten all 4 screws. NOTE: Do NOT tighten too hard – it may damage the
sealing gasket. Tighten each screw until there is no gap between the cover plate,
the gasket and the tank. Then tighten ¼ of a turn more.
5. Replacing the electric motor of the output fan:
If the output fan is not working, check as follows:
•Use a voltage meter to ensure mains power is supplied to the fan. If not, check the
problem.
•If mains power is supplied, and the fan still does not work, check that the fan
wheel can be rotated easily. If so, the motor must be replaced. If not, then check
and solve the problem. Disconnect from mains before proceeding the operation:
1. Disconnect the two fast-on electric connectors underneath the motor.
2. The motor is fixed with a bayonet system: twist the motor approx. 1/8 of a turn
anti-clockwise. When the motor is released, pull it out from the fan wheel.
3. Replace with a new fan motor of the same type and size. NOTE: Use Swefog
original spare parts only.
4. Push the motor spindle through the rubber hole in the fan wheel.
5. Place the motor so that it fits into the bayonet holes on the fan housing.
6. Twist the motor approx. 1/8 of a turn clockwise, until the motor is in the right
position.
7. Connect the fan cables. Then bend the cable and connector 90°towards the
electric coil.
8. Finally, the fan wheel has to be adjusted. Use a screwdriver and adjust the fan
wheel until it rotates freely.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
PH 2 screwdriver
Paper or a cloth
8 mm nut tightener
TX 20 screwdriver
A small brush, i.e. a
toothbrush.
Light spirit or alcohol-based
cleaning liquid, and a cup for
cleaning.
Compressed air @ 6-8 bars,
and an air blow gun.
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
3x3 = 9 rubber gaskets for
the small brass nozzles*
1 O-ring gasket*
1 sealing gasket around the
access hole in the tank*
*) = included in the nozzle
cleaning service kit, item no.
U23-KT2.
the above spare parts included
in the U23 service kit available
from your dealer.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Voltage meter
A screwdriver
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
1 x fan motor 120 or 240 V

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6. Replacing the tank unit:
If the tank is damaged, and there is a fluid leakage, do NOT try to mend it. The oil film
from the haze fluid will make the use of glue or silicone impossible.
If the tank unit needs to be replaced, proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the air supply tube connected to the nozzle unit.
2. Use a sharp knife or a razor blade to make a thin cut in the black sealing material,
at the front edge of the machine chassis (see image)
3. Carefully bend the fan housing backwards to release the back part of the tank.
Then release the front part of the tank from the main fixture.
4. Lift the tank out of the machine.
5. Clean the machine housing, especially the plate underneath the tank.
6. Remove any remaining black sealing material in front of the machine housing
7. Clean the bended edge in the front of the machine chassis with an alcohol-based
liquid. NOTE: Clean the all sides of the bended edge! If not properly cleaned, the
sealing material will not stick to the edge.
8. Put the new tank unit into the housing; work it under the front part of the fan.
Ensure the front part of the tank is put under the bended edge in front of the
machine housing.
9. Use black polurethane sealing / glue material, and apply a 2-3 mm thick layer
on the edge.
10. Use a rounded piece of wood (spatula) to spread the sealing material. Ensure that
the small space between the tank and the bended edge is tight and properly sealed
with glue.
11. Remove all waste glue with a spatula or a scrape.
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Apply PUR glue between the machine housing´s
front edge and the tank.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
A cut blade knife, or a razor
blade
SPARE PARTS REQUIRED:
1 x tank unit
Adjust the fan wheel after the new motor is put in place.
Use a small screwdriver and bend the wheel to the left.