InkMachines Scorpion User manual

InkMachines
Scorpion Rev 2.0 / 2018-09-20
Manual for Scorpion tattoo machine rev.2

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Manufacturer:
InkMachines Sweden AB
Grusåsvägen 8
352 42 VÄXJÖ, Sweden
Document history
Date (YY-MM-DD)
Changes
Revision
2018-08-20
Released
1.0
2018-09-24
Released
2.0
This document has been produced by
InkMachines Sweden AB
Grusåsvägen 8
352 45 VÄXJÖ, Sweden

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Table of Content
Introduction......................................................................................................................... 3
Document information............................................................................................................... 3
Description .......................................................................................................................... 4
Parts of the tattoo machine ....................................................................................................... 4
Intended use............................................................................................................................... 5
Approvals............................................................................................................................. 6
Identification labels.................................................................................................................... 6
Safety................................................................................................................................... 7
Regulations................................................................................................................................. 7
Product....................................................................................................................................... 7
Customer.................................................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning and hygiene ................................................................................................................. 7
Instruction............................................................................................................................ 9
Delivery....................................................................................................................................... 9
Unpacking................................................................................................................................... 9
Getting started ......................................................................................................................... 10
After each tattoo session ......................................................................................................... 14
Convert to regular cartridges ................................................................................................... 15
Convert back to Neo-cartridges ............................................................................................... 19
Service and maintenance ..................................................................................................22
Lubrication................................................................................................................................ 22
Change drive magnet.........................................................................................................23
Trouble shooting................................................................................................................25
Waste ..................................................................................................................................27
Technical specification......................................................................................................28
Scorpion ©............................................................................................................................... 28
Warranty..............................................................................................................................29
App.
Declaration of Conformity for FCC and CE
Warranty
Certificate Electromagnetic compatibility

Introduction
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Introduction
Document information
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. InkMachines assumes no
responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
Stylistic conventions
In this manual all references texts are shown in the text font italic.
Cautions and Notes are shown as below.
Text

Description
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Description
Scorpion is a tattoo machine intended for tattooing of humans for the use by professional tattoo
artists. The machine is intended to use together with Neo-Cartridge tattoo needles and is prepared
for wireless use with power supply TPS-500.
When wireless use of Scorpion with power supply unit TPS-500, Scorpion is used together with the
batteries (powerpacks) associated with TPS-500. Scorpion can then be controlled wirelessly using the
power supply unit TPS-500 and the associated wireless foot switch. Scorpion can also be connected
to TPS-500 or other power supply unit intended for the purpose, by RCA cable or clip cord.
Scorpion is provided with active vibration damping which means when the tattoo needle is mounted
in the tattoo machine the vibrations from the machine is extremely low which makes it easy and
ergonomic to work with.
Scorpion is, as previously mentioned, intended to be used together with Neo-Cartridge tattoo
needles. The needles are easily fitted to the tattoo machine. The needle movement is driven
magnetically. This together with the needle design with a one-piece housing minimizes the risk of
cross-contamination between the needle and the tattoo machine. The needles are easy to change
and easy to handle during the with the supplied needle stand. The contactless magnetic needle drive
makes the needle drive smooth and the machine starts effortlessly and safely.
Parts of the tattoo machine
Tattoo machine, Scorpion
1. Grip
2. Adjusting knob (needle protrusion)
3. Power connection
a. Connection for RCA cable
b. Connection for clip cord
The battery (powerpack) should be installed over all of the pins on the connection.
4. Needle (Neo-Cartridge)
4
2
1
3a
3b

Description
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Intended use
The Scorpion tattoo machine is designed and developed solely for tattooing of humans for the use
by professional tattoo artists with good knowledge of hygiene, how to prevent spreading infections
and local regulations regarding this.

Approvals
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Approvals
This product complies with the Europe requirements for CE-marking towards the Machine Directive,
2006/42/EC.
See Declaration of conformity in the end of the manual.
Identification labels
The product is labelled according to below;

Safety
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Safety
Regulations
Always follow local regulations concerning the tattoo operation. It is the operator’s responsibility to
follow regulations and to provide a reliable environment for their customers.
The manufacturer does not have responsibility for any kind of material or personal damage or
infection caused by the operator. Negligence or misuse of the machine or the components attached
to the machine is the operator’s responsibility.
The manufacturer does not have responsibility for contamination or infection.
Product
To keep your product in good shape handle it with care!
The product should not under any circumstances come in direct contact with fluids. If fluids will get
in contact with the electronics it can damage the product.
Keep the product away from warm places.
Customer
InkMachines only provide products for professional tattoo artists and the product may only be used
by professionals with knowledge about diseases and how to maintain a clean working environment
and a sterile equipment.
Always use:
-sterile grips and needles
-rubber/disposable gloves
-plastic bags and wraps for tattoo equipment; around the power supply and the machine
with the Powerpack or the power cord
Always keep your equipment clean! See below for further instruction.
Cleaning and hygiene
Cleaning
Caution! Never spray or pour fluids directly on any of the units, it can cause short circuit and will void the
warranty.
It is important for the tattoo operation to keep a clean and hygienic environment to
avoid infection.
Do NOT use strong alkaline (high pH) or acid (low pH) cleaning agents. Only use pH neutral cleaning
agents and alcohol disinfectants. Use a damped piece of paper or cloth to gently wipe off surfaces of
the units.
Hygiene
•Do not touch sterilized grip or sterile needles with bare hands. Use disposable gloves!

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•Needles would be hold as shown in the picture. Do not touch the part of the needle to be
inserted into the tattoo machine.
•Clean the work surface thoroughly and cover the surface with plastic film before the tattoo
session.
•Wrap the equipment with plastic film and arrange it as described in chapter Getting started
on page 10.
•Follow local laws and regulations concerning the tattoo operation.

Instruction
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Instruction
Delivery
When your package is delivered please check that:
-there are no transport damages
-everything is delivered accordingly.
Unpacking
Note! Before unpacking make sure the area is cleaned!
Standard parts delivered:
E F
a.
1pc Scorpion, tattoo machine
b.
1pc Magnet Red (in the box). White
standard in the machine
c.
1pc Stand for tattoo needles (Neo-
Cartridges)
d.
e.
f.
1pc oiler
1pc Precision tool kit No-90
1pc Conversion kit No.110
a
b
d
c