Explo Gasprojector GX1 User manual

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Explo
Zündtechnik
Gasprojector
GX1 / GX2
from Version 2.0
Manual
Safety and Health Documents
Explo Z ndtechnik
Harald Kulterer
Völkermarkterstrasse 240
A-9020 Klagenfurt
Tel: +43 (0) 463 / 32 2 45
Fax: +43 (0) 463 / 32 2 45 75
Mobil: +43 (0) 664 / 51 007 51
www.explo.at
[email protected]

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Manual for Explo Gasprojector (from ersion 2.0)

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Contents
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Technical Specifications ............................................................................................. 11
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Safety checklist ........................................................................................................... 13
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Functions .................................................................................................................... 16
Mechanical Dimensions .............................................................................................. 16

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Foreword
The usage of a Gasprojector for Shows brings with it a high responsibility, since it is carries a
high potential for danger.
Generally, the use of open gas-flame effects carries the risk of serious danger of serious
danger for the life and health of persons, as well as other items (e.g.: buildings), if certain rules
of safety are not being followed.
• Only use the device after a thorough schooling by the manufacturer, and after having
read through these instructions carefully!
• Even in case of small uncertainties, you should consult an expert. The employees of
Explo IGN-systems will gladly help you, with any problems or questions.
• The Gasprojector may only be used by learned Pyro technicians, who have an
expertise for Special effects or stage pyrotechnics.
The laws concerning Gatherings and Fire safety/Gas regulations are always to be
followed.
General Overview
The Gasprojector can be used for musical-synchronized Flame pillars and Fire balls. It was
specifically designed for Outdoor-Use.
The system consists of a Gasprojector and a RX-Mastermodule, which can be activated by
transmission signal with the right Explo Ignition systems. A manual Release without a
Mastermodule is also possible.
Safety Regulations that need to be followed can be read in the Attachment!

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Usage
Before the use of the Gasprojector:
To prevent accidents, the whole manual has to be read through before usage!
• General usage of Propane gas
When using gas, it is extremely important to follow all Safety regulations!
Important:
Since propane gas is heavier than air, it should never be used in unventilated or closed
rooms, in Earth moulds (>30cm) or near drains.
In courtyards, make sure to have enough ventilation. At cellar stairs or Earth moulds, a
highly combustible Gas-Air mix can build up.
High risk of Explosions!
To quench, only CO² extinguishers may be used.
All regulations of the Safety data sheet for propane gas, which can be obtained from the seller
of the gas tanks, are to be followed.
You may only use PROPANE GAS, and no Butane- or Earth gas.
• Setup of the system with normal gas.
Flame height: 2.5 meters
1. Check the safety distances:
Radius: Generally according to local laws, but in any case in such a radius, that no
Persons or objects can be harmed.
According to the manufacturer at least 5 meters.
Height: Generally according to local laws, but in any case in such a radius, that no
Persons or objects can be harmed.
According to the manufacturer at least 8 meters near non-combustible
constructions.
2. Attaching of the right burn nozzle for the gas.
The burn nozzle must be fixed with a 22mm-Wrench. Do not forget the Copper ring.

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Pic 3 – Burn nozzle for normal gas Pic 4 – Attachment of the nozzle
on the top.
3. Connecting the Mastermodule with a Gasprojector, and maybe connection up to 16
more Gasprojectors.
The LED sitting on the electronic of the Gasprojector should flash three times, after the
battery has been fully charged and the device is switched on. If the battery is half
empty, it will only flash twice, and once to signal an empty battery.
If the mastermodule is activated while the Key is in the "Test" position, the LED will
start to flash slowly. This flashing should be controlled on the first and last
Gasprojector.
Pic 5 – Connection of the
Mastermodule with the Gaspro ector
4. To test the functionality of the gasprojector and the Mastermodule, the key on the
Mastermodule should be turned to the "Armed" Position. Now, an ignition signal can be
sent with the transmitter. The magnetic valve should make a "Click" sound.

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Pic – Sending an Ignitionsignal to the receiver
5. The Gasbottles must be placed on firm ground, and be kept from falling over.
6. Before connecting the Gas tanks, the safety valve must be turned closed.
7. Attaching the tubes between the Gasprojector and the Gas tank:
First, the tube must be connected to the projector. Then it can be screwed onto the gas
tank. Please check for leakage.
During the setup, both sealing rings must not be damaged.
The Gasprojector has an Euro-Connector with a wrench width of 30mm.
Attention: The Gas-bottle-connector has a left hand thread.
To connect multiple Gasprojectors, special T-pieces can be used.
Because of pressure loss, no more than three Gasprojectors should be hooked up to
one tank.

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Pic – 3 Gaspro ectors on one Gas tank
If more than 3 Gasprojectors are being used, more propane gas bottles must be used.
Because of synchronicity, we recommend using an odd number of Gasprojectors.
8. Controlling the whole system with a Leakage spray.
Pic – Leakage Spray
Before igniting the pilot flame (With an electric ignition, no pilot flame is needed), a
brust of gas to ventilate the system, so that no Gas-Air mix can develop in the
connecting tube.
9. When the gas tank and the safety valve are both opened, the pilot flame can be ignited
manually. With the electric ignition, this is not necessary.
Ignition should be made with the delivered Piezo igniter, or a similar gasburner.

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In no case, you should use figure lights, or pyrotechnical igniters! This leads to
damage by slag development in the nozzle head.
Pic – Piezo igniter
Attention: If no recommended Gas igniter is being used, burnings can occur through
the pilot flame.
Pic – Special device with pilot flame
Now the Gasprojectors are ready.

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Disassembling the System
After the use of the Gasprojector the valve on the Gas tank must be closed.
The connecting-tubes of the Gaqsprojectors are to be ventilated by repeated activation of the
magnetic valve.
Attention: This leads to flame pillars from the Gasprojectors.
Only after the pilot flame has ceased, the tubes may be disconnected.
Important:
The tubes may never be disconnected from the system while the pilot flame still burns, since
the outpuring gas may ignite.

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Technical Data
• Gasprojector GX1 /GX2
Dimensions: Width: 260 mm
Depth: 260 mm
Height: 270 mm
Weight: 5.4 kg
Power source: 12V, 2.3 Ah, Lead-gel-Akku
Flame height: Normal Gas phase: 2.5 Meters
Liquid Gas phase: 6 Meters
Used Gas: Propane gas, Bottle with 5,5kg or 11kg
Gas-Connector: Euro-Norm, 30mm Wrench width.
Digital Signal cable: protected, 3-pole cable with XLR-Plug
Safety distances:
Radius: Generally according to local laws, but in any case in such a radius, that no
Persons or objects can be harmed.
Height: Generally according to local laws, but in any case in such a radius, that no
Persons or objects can be harmed.
• Tubes
You may only use the delivered connection tubes!
Length of the Gas-connection tube: max. 5 Meters
With longer connections, the needed pressure cannot be achieved.
Maximum pressure on the system: 7 bar
Only use Propane gas bottles of 5,5kg or 11kg.

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Safety Instructions
1. The Device may only be activated when in good and proofed condition. Defunctional
Devices must be repaired by an acknowledged Service, or by the manufacturer, and until
then may not be used. After each repair, the Device must be tested for its functionality by
the manufacturer, who has to acknowledge this with a certificate of proof.
2. No other gases than propane in safe tanks may be used.
3. The devices must be insured against toppling over and be placed in a safe location.
4. The flame ejection should be straight upwards.
5. The aforementioned safety distances are to be adhered..
6. All personnel, actors and pyro technicians, must be taught about the safety distances and
danger.
7. The person responsible for the control of the Gasprojectors should always have full sight
on all devices, and make sure that all safety regulations are being followed.
8. Armed Switch – Emergency-Off
a. The Armed Switch is being made by the key switch on the RX-Mastermodule, and
should be done only shortly before the use of the devices.
b. By sending a test signal with the transmitter, the control orders can always be
overwritten (Emergency-Off). In case of a tube break, or disruption, all
Gasprojectors will be turned off automatically, and be put in a safe mode.
9. Gas leakage test
Before use, test the correct connection of the connection-tubes, as well as their leak
tightness. In case of leaking gas, all safety valves must be shut immediately, and the zone
of danger must be left.
10. Immediately after opening the safety valve on the Gasprojector, the pilot flame has to be
ignited, since otherwise non combusted gas is fleeing.
11. After connecting the Mastermodule and the gas tubes, never lean over the dangerous
parts of the Gasprojector.

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Safety Checklist
• Preparation:
1. Show must be permitted by the administration in charge.
2. Fire Department/ Fire safety engineers must be informed.
• Set up:
1. Check type of nozzle, and gas type.
2. Check leak tightness of the tube connections.
3. Check device for steadiness.
4. Check safety distances upwards and to the sides.
5. Safety lessons for all pyrotechnicians and performers.
• Shortly before the Show:
1. Open the safety valves.
2. Ignite the pilot flame.
3. Put devices into the Armed Mode.
• During the Show:
1. Always control the safety distances.
2. Always control the pilot flame.
• After the Show:
1. Shut off Gas tanks.
2. Ventilate system.
3. Turn off Mastermodule.
4. Disconnect Gasprojectors.

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Test Certificates
All relevant system pieces (Pilot Flame, pressure gauge and magnetic valve) are TÜV- and
GS-proofed by the Distributor.
Declaration of Conformity in the Attachment.
The finished device, with internal connections, as well as tubings are tested according to the
liquid gas-VO by a certified company.
Attestation in the Attachment.
The Device has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility, and is in accordance with the
CE-Norms.
EG-Conformity Declaration in the Attachment.

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EG-Conformity Declaration
For the Gasprojector GX1 / GX2 it is hereby approved that it is in accordance with the
main safety necessities of the ÖNORM M 7443 Part 3 (Gas devices with atmospheric
burners; Specifications; Labels; Tests; Look-up tables; and inspection pressure), and
further the guidelines of the council for the adjustment of regulations of the member
nations concerning the electromagnetic compatibility (89/336/EWG) are being
followed.
This declaration is valid for all Devices, made according to the following specifications.
For proving the device concerning the electromagnetic compatibility, the following
norms have been taken.
EN61000-4-2 (ESD)
EN61000-4-3 (radiated in HF-Field)
EN61000-4-4 (Burst)
EN61000-4-6 (inverted. HF-Voltage)
EN55022 KI. B
Test norms:
EN50081-1 Main norm - Emitted interference (01.1992)
EN61000-6-2 Main norm - Interference resistance (04.1999)
This declaration, responsible by the manufacturer
Explo Z ndtechnik
Harald Kulterer
Völkermarkter Straße 240
A-9020 Klagenfurt
Handed in by
Harald Kulterer Völkermarkter Straße 240 A-9020 Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt, on the 01.04.2009
Ministerially licensed by:
CE-Dienstleistungen
EMV
Dipl. Ing. Harald Suschnig GmbH
Industriestraße 4
A-9241 Wernberg

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Conformity Declarations
For the Gasprojector GX1 /GX2 wit is hereby approved that it is in accordance with
the main necessities of the ÖNORM M 7443 Part 3: 1989-05.
The device has been tested for it's electromagnetic compatibility and is in
accordance with the CE-Norms.
The Gasprojector is being powered with the extra low voltage (SELV), and
is in accordance with, DIN EN 61140 (VDE 0140-1) Safety class III.
The finished device, with all internal connections and tubings, according to the liquid gas-VO
2002 by the certified company
have been tested for function and leak tightness.
Function description
The Gasprojector is meant to create music-synchronized flame pillars and fireballs. It is being
operated with propane gas, and is controlled manually or by an adequate device. It is powered
with 12V-Lead-gel Akkus. The Gasprojector is generally meant for outdoor use.
Mechanical Measurements
(Measurements in mm)
Width: 260
Depth: 260
Height: 270
Mass: 5,4 kg
This declaration accounts for all devices, manufactured under these specifications.
This declaration, responsible by the manufacturer
Explo Z ndtechnik
Harald Kulterer
Völkermarkter Straße 240
A-9020 Klagenfurt
handed in by Herrn Harald Kulterer Völkermarkter Straße 240 A-9020 Klagenfurt
A-9020 Klagenfurt am 01.03.2011

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