InkMachines Cobra User manual

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Manual for tattoo machine rev.1

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Manufacturer:
InkMachines Sweden AB
Grusåsvägen 8
352 42 VÄXJÖ, Sweden
Document history
Date (YY-MM-DD)
Changes
Revision
2021-12-20
Released
1.0
This document has been produced by
InkMachines Sweden AB
Grusåsvägen 8
352 45 VÄXJÖ, Sweden

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Document history....................................................................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................ 3
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 4
Document information............................................................................................................... 4
Description .......................................................................................................................... 5
Parts of the tattoo machine ....................................................................................................... 5
Intended use............................................................................................................................... 5
Approvals............................................................................................................................. 6
Identification labels.................................................................................................................... 6
Safety ................................................................................................................................... 7
Regulations................................................................................................................................. 7
Product ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Customer.................................................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning and hygiene ................................................................................................................. 7
Delivery ................................................................................................................................ 9
Unpacking................................................................................................................................... 9
Instruction...........................................................................................................................10
Battery connection................................................................................................................... 10
RCA connection ........................................................................................................................ 10
Basic setup instructions............................................................................................................ 11
After each tattoo session ......................................................................................................... 14
Converting to regular cartridges (Neo version)........................................................................ 15
Adjusting the give hardness ..................................................................................................... 18
Converting to Neo-cartridges................................................................................................... 19
Adjusting the stroke length...................................................................................................... 22
Change the drive magnet......................................................................................................... 23
Service and maintenance ..................................................................................................24
Lubrication................................................................................................................................ 24
Trouble shooting ................................................................................................................25
Waste ..................................................................................................................................26
Technical specification ......................................................................................................27
Cobra ........................................................................................................................................ 27
Warranty..............................................................................................................................28
Part-list................................................................................................................................29
Disassembly .......................................................................................................................31
Assembly ............................................................................................................................32
DoC......................................................................................................................................33
App.
Declaration of Conformity for FCC and CE
Warranty
Certificate Electromagnetic compatibility

Introduction
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Introduction
Document information
This Manual does not teach any form of tattooing techniques and only covers the aspects and
handling the Cobra machine itself.
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
Cobra 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 or regular cartridge tattoo needles depending on
the version purchased. It is prepared for wireless use with Cobra Powerpacks and the associated
wireless foot switch. Cobra can also be connected to TPS-500 X2 or other power supply units
intended for the purpose, by RCA cable with the RCA adapter (if purchased).
Cobra is provided with active vibration damping which means when the tattoo needle is mounted
the vibrations from the machine is extremely low which makes it very ergonomic to work with.
When used together with Neo-Cartridge tattoo needles. 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.
Parts of the tattoo machine
Tattoo machine,
Cobra
1. Powerpack (Battery powersupply)
2. Machine body
3. Grip
4. Needle (Neo-Cartridge)
5. Identification LED halo
6. Control panel
7. USB-C contact
Intended use
The Cobra 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!

Safety
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•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.

Delivery
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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 with the Neo-cartridge version:
1pc Cobra, tattoo machine
1pc Magnet Blue (in the kit). Black standard in the machine
1pc Stand for tattoo needles (For Neo-Cartridges)
1pc oiler
1pc Precision tool kit No-90
1pc Conversion kit No.110
For the Regular cartridge version, the following items are excluded:
No. 146 - Grip adapter
No. 24 - Stay up spring
No. 217 - Counter weight assy
No. 220 - Drive magnet STD (Black)
No. 221 - Drive magnet (Blue)
No. 150 - Neo needle stand

Instruction
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Instruction
Battery connection
The powerpack is attached and removed by push/pull. The powerpack is securely held in place with
magnets and the power connection also has a magnetic contact for optimal power transmission and
reliability. The powerpack can be attached in any angle around the axis and can be repositioned at
any angle. The needle depth is adjusted by rotating the powerpack. For operating instructions of the
powerpack see the powerpack manual
RCA connection
To use a regular power supply with cable you need the RCA adapter (option).
The RCA adapter and cover is also attached and removed by push/pull. First push the RCA cover in
place to prevent dirt from entering the machine body. The notch on the cover prevents the machine
from rolling of the table and can be used as an indicator to help see the needles twist location when
the machine is wrapped. Push the RCA adapter on to the machine and insert the RCA cable in the
RCA contact. Only Rotate the grooved part of the RCA adapter to adjust needle depth.
The RCA adapter is swivelling to prevent the RCA cable from twisting during operation and when the
needle depth is adjusted.