HQ POWER HQPE10001 Bubble Machine User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: HQ-POWER

Table of Contents

Introduction
Safety Instructions
General Guidelines
Power Supply
- Battery
- Adapter
Operation
Care and Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Maintenance
Technical Specifications
Documents / Resources

HQ POWER HQPE10001 Bubble Machine

Introduction

To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product
This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.
If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for choosing HQPowerTM! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

Safety Instructions

Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before using this appliance.

Indoor use only.

This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
A qualified technician should install and service this device.
Do not switch the device on immediately after it has been exposed to changes in temperature. Protect the device against damage by leaving it switched off until it has reached room temperature.
Make sure that the available voltage does not exceed the voltage stated in the specifications of this manual.
Do not crimp the power cord and protect it against damage.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Disconnect the device from the mains to clean it or when it is not in use. Handle the power cord by the plug only.
Never leave the bubble machine running for a long time unattended.
Do not use the device without adapted bubble liquid. Never fill with hot liquids.
Always make sure there is enough liquid in the tank.
There may be some smoke or a particular smell when the device is activated for the first time. This is normal and any smoke or smell will gradually disappear.
Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.

General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.
All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.
Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.
Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
Nor Velleman Group nv nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or indirect) of any nature (financial, physical…) arising from the possession, use or failure of this product.
Keep this manual for future reference.

Power Supply

Battery

Make sure the device is switched off.
Loosen the screw on top of the device and take off the cover.
Replace the old batteries and/or install two new 1.5 V C/R14-size batteries in accordance with the polarity markings inside the battery compartment.
Replace the cover and tighten the screw.

WARNING
Do not puncture batteries or throw them in fire as they may explode. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries (alkaline). Dispose of batteries in accordance with
local regulations. Keep batteries away from children.

Adapter

The HQPE10001 bubble machine can also be powered via the included power adapter. Only use the included power adapter or an exact equivalent.

Operation

Make sure the device is switched off.
Make sure the batteries are installed. If powering the device via the power adapter, make sure it is not yet plugged in.
Place the device on a solid, flat and stable surface. Avoid placing it in direct sunshine and near heat sources.
Pour approximately 140 ml of bubble liquid into the reservoir. Do not overfill the reservoir as bubble liquid can spill, making the surface slippery.
If powering the device via the power adapter, plug it into the device and then into the mains.
Switch on the device via the on-off switch. It is advised not to run this device for more than one hour continuously.
Switch off after use and disconnect from the mains. Empty the tank accordingly.

Care and Maintenance

Before starting any cleaning or maintenance activities:

Unplug the device’s power cord from the outlet.
Let the device cool down.

Cleaning

This device does not need any particular maintenance. Occasionally wipe it with a damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.

Maintenance

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid any hazard.

Technical Specifications

power supply ……………………………………………………………….. 3 VDC (adapter incl.)
battery………………………………………………………………………….. 2x C cell (not incl.)
motor …………………………………………………………………………………………….5 rpm
capacity ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 140 ml
weight …………………………………………………………………………………………… 590 g
dimensions ……………………………………………………215 x 175 x 150 mm options
bubble liquid……………………………………………………………………………. VDLBL1

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman Group nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

© COPYRIGHT NOTICE
The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman Group nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.

Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty
Since its foundation in 1972, Velleman® acquired extensive experience in the electronics world and currently distributes its products in over 85 countries.
All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for
EU):

All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.
Velleman® can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion.

You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

Not covered by warranty:
– all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity…), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits;
– consumable goods, parts or accessories that are subject to an aging process during normal use, such as batteries (rechargeable, nonrechargeable, built-in or replaceable), lamps, rubber parts, drive belts… (unlimited list);
– flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc.…;
– flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer’s instructions;
– damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally)
– damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article;
– all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman®.

Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman® dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.
Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.
Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.
The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties.
The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article’s manual).

Made in PRC
Imported by Velleman Group nv
Legen Heirweg 33, 9890 Gavere, Belgium
www.velleman.eu