Magicfx CO2 Jet User manual

PRODUCTCODE : MFX1101
VERSION : 1.0
DATE : 03.06.2012

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1. CONGRATULATIONS!
You have purchased a CO2 Jet, a great and innovative product from MAGICFX®.
MAGIC FX is a Dutch manufacturer of professional special effects machinery and equipment. We
have specialized in special effects since we established our business in 1995. All products are
manufactured under the brand name MAGICFX®, which has acquired an excellent reputation for
quality and reliability. All products are manufactured in accordance with the European Machinery
Directive. MAGIC FX handles the entire production in-house from concept to finished product. We take
care of the design, prototyping and manufacturing process.
MAGICFX® products are used by special effects professionals around the world and distributed by a
dealer network across more than 80 countries.
You can rely on MAGICFX® for excellent effects!
We work hard to keep you, our customer, satisfied.
Congratulations and a lot of success and amazing shows with your new MAGICFX® CO2 Jet!

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2. CE MARKING
NOTE:
We must assume that you, your employees and others who use or come
into contact with the machine are familiar with how the machine should
be utilized. This specifically pertains to the proper use, maintenance and
repair of the machine as described in this user manual. This also means
that employees should be qualified to use machinery through training or
experience.
It is required that the user of this product has followed a training for the
correct use of this product. Trainings are provided by MAGIC FX.
DANGER WARNING:
The CO2 Jet must only be used according to the prescriptions and
instructions in this manual. Consult MAGIC FX if there are any doubts
about usage.
Disclaimers:
MAGIC FX B. V. specifically disclaims liability for unsafe situations, accidents and damages caused
by:
-Ignoring warnings or prescriptions displayed on the CO2 Jet or in this documentation.
-Using the equipment for other purposes or situations than specified in this documentation.
-Modifications to the CO2 Jet. This includes the use of non-original spare parts.
-Improper maintenance.
-Unauthorized removal of safety covers and/or safety devices.
-Improper use of the machine.
MAGIC FX B.V. is not liable for any damages due to failures of the CO2 Jet.
© Copyright 2012
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopied, recorded or otherwise
without the prior written permission of MAGIC FX B.V.
MAGIC FX reserves the right to make modifications at any time without having to notify the customer
beforehand. The content of this manual may also be modified.
For additional information about maintenance, repair, and so on, please contact your supplier’s
technical department. This manual was written with the utmost care. MAGIC FX cannot be held liable
for errors contained in this document or consequences thereof.

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3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(according to Annex IIA of the Machinery Directive)
With respect to the Machinery Directive.
MAGIC FX B.V.
Industrieweg 16
5281 RW Boxtel
The Netherlands
Hereby declares under our sole responsibility:
We are the manufacturer of the product:
MFX1101 - MAGICFX®CO2 Jet
to which this declaration pertains and it is in conformity with the
provisions of the following guidelines:
-Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG
-Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EG
-EMC Directive 2004/108/EG
-Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC
The following harmonized standards are applicable:
-NEN-EN-ISO 12100-1
-NEN-EN-ISO 12100-2
City: Boxtel
Date : 08-06-2010
Name: MAGIC FX
Director: B. Veroude

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4. FOREWORD
This manual provides pertinent information about the MAGICFX® CO2 Jet. The information in this
manual is important with respect to the proper and safe operation of the CO2 Jet. If you are not
familiar with the installation, operation, preventive maintenance, etc., of the CO2 Jet then read this
manual in its entirety. MAGIC FX also urges all new users (operators, installers, maintenance staff and
possibly cleaning staff) to receive training on the equipment using this manual as the basis for the
training.
MAGIC FX recommends you keep the original of this manual and its attachments in a secure central
location, and, keep another copy of this manual close to the workplace where the CO2 Jet will be
used.
If you are well acquainted with the proper handling of the equipment then keep this manual handy for
reference.
The following conventions are used in this manual to draw your attention to specific information or
actions.
TIP:
This provides you with suggestions and advice on how to perform tasks
in an easier or more convenient way.
NOTE:
This is a note providing supplemental information that alerts you to
possible problems.
CAUTION:
This indicates that the equipment may be damaged if procedures are not
carried out in the proper manner.
DANGER WARNING:
This indicates that you may cause yourself injury, possibly serious, if
procedures are not carried out in the proper manner.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. CONGRATULATIONS!.................................................................................... 1
2. CE MARKING................................................................................................... 2
3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................. 3
4. FOREWORD .................................................................................................... 4
5. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 6
5.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE CO2 JET AND ITS USAGE ............................................................ 6
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES............................................................................................... 6
6. SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 7
6.1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 7
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES................................................................................................... 7
6.3 WARNINGS............................................................................................................................. 7
7. PARTS ............................................................................................................. 9
8. ACCESSORIES.............................................................................................. 10
9. PREPARATION FOR USE............................................................................. 10
10. INSTALLING.................................................................................................. 11
11. USAGE........................................................................................................... 13
12. TURNING OFF............................................................................................... 15
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 17
14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................... 17
15. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 17
16. GUARANTEE................................................................................................. 17

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5. INTRODUCTION
5.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE CO2 JET AND ITS USAGE
The CO2 Jet is designed to place on a stage and produce white cryogenic smoke plumes of CO2 gas
upwards. This gives a special effect on stage. As soon as the liquid CO2 from the CO2 bottle comes
(via the high pressure hose) out of the CO2 Jet, the liquid turns into gas which give a spectacular
white smoke plume. This effect will also produce a strong sizzling noise. The output of the CO2 Jet is
approximately 8m. This depends on the humidity. At a high
humidity the output will be higher and at a low humidity the output will be less.
The CO 2 jet needs to be connected to a liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) cylinder with a dip tube.
The CO2 Jet is not suitable for gases other than described above.
Any other use than intended use described above, connect your supplier of
any responsibility
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES
The following parts are required with the CO2 Jet:
Manual
MFX1155 –HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
MFX0308 –Shuko –neutrik
powercon cable 1.5m
CO2CYLINDER (with dip-pipe)
Table 5.1

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6. SAFETY
6.1 INTRODUCTION
The CO2 Jet should be located and used in an environment that preferably:
-Has a fairly constant temperature between 0 and 30ºC.
-Has a relative humidity not exceeding a maximum of 75%.
-Is reasonably free of dust, corrosive gases, and high concentrations of organic vapors.
-Does not contain any source of vibrations in the environment.
The CO2 Jet is designed and constructed so that it can be used in a safe manner. Specifically, this
refers to the usage, situations, and prescriptions for the device as described in this documentation. It
is the responsibility of all persons authorized to use the CO2 Jet to read and follow the instructions in
this manual.
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
-Ensure that the CO2 Jet is not accessible to children, unauthorized persons, or animals!
-Do not touch the CO2 Jet when it is operational or turned on. Even if the device is not in operation
it might be ready to activate.
-Safety devices must not be removed or rendered inoperative.
-All required safety devices should be in good working order and functioning properly.
-Ensure that there is adequate lighting in the environment.
-Keep the workplace clean.
-Only authorized persons may work with the CO2 Jet.
6.3 WARNINGS
There are several warnings displayed on the CO2 Jet to which the following restrictions apply:
-The text must not be removed or otherwise spoilt. The operator should regularly check that the
warnings are in good condition.
-The operator must ensure that the text is always visible and legible and that it remains so.
DANGER WARNING:
Any missing, damaged, or illegible text or icons must be replaced.
The icons used are shown below:
Icon
Explanation
PIC 616 Observe directions for use
Make the operator aware that they may only
use the device after they have read the user
manual.
This warning is indicated with this instruction
icon.

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Icon
Explanation
PIC 323 Lage Temperaturen
A warning for danger for low temperatures
must be indicated using the PIC 323 icon.
This icon is placed on the top of the CO2 Jet.

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7. PARTS
1. powerCON in
2. powerCON out
3. LED indicator
4. CO2 in
5. CO2 out
1
2
3
4
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8. ACCESSORIES
MFX1117 - T-Splitter
(2 CO2 bottles –1 CO2 Jet)
MFX1116 - T-Splitter
(1 CO2 bottle –1 CO2 Jet)
MFX3101 –Twenty Clamp M10
Table 8.1
You can order the above parts from:
9. PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpack the CO2 Jet. Dispose of packaging material without causing harm to the environment.
Check the device for any possible damage. You must report any damage to the device to MAGIX FX.
MAGIC FX B.V.
Industrieweg 16
NL-5281 RW BOXTEL
The Netherlands
T. [phone]
F. [phone]
W. http://www.magicfx.eu
E. [e-mail]

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10. INSTALLING
CAUTION:
This indicates that the equipment may be damaged if procedures are not
carried out in the proper manner.
DANGER WARNING:
The MAGICFX® CO2 Jet may only be installed by authorized adults.
Prepare the CO2 Jet for use as follows:
Connect the CO2 high pressure hose
tightly to the CO2 Jet by using a wrench
(size 22).
3.
Place the CO2 Jet on a flat and stable
surface of wood (like a stage).
Fasten them by 4 screws of minimum
5cm long.
2.
Place the CO2 bottle on a flat and stable
surface and secure it by a certified gas
bottle bracket with chain to make sure the
CO2 bottle can’t tip.
Appoint the opening of the CO2 bottle
away from the crowd. Place the CO2
bottle outside or in a special area which
is very well ventilated and where a CO2
detection system is installed.
Contact your CO2 gas supplier for further
instructions and safety guidelines.
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If required the angle of the output pipe
can be changed.
Make sure the output pipe will be
tightened well by a wrench.
The CO2 Jet will now be ready to use.
5.
Connect the other side of the high
pressure hose to a CO2 bottle (liquid CO2
with a dip-pipe).
Connect the special adapter by hand and
tighten securely.
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11. USAGE
TIP:
This provides you with suggestions and advice on how to perform tasks
in an easier or more convenient way.
CAUTION:
This indicates that the equipment may be damaged if procedures are not
carried out in the proper manner.
DANGER WARNING:
The MAGICFX® CO2 Jet may only be operated by authorized adults.
The CO2 Jet may only be operated if all parts are entire and in good
working order and properly connected/installed.
Operate the CO2 Jet as follows:
To check is the system is installed well,
push the switch of the controller in the
ON position (the CO2 Jet gets 230V) and
check if the blue LED on top of the CO2
Jet is burning.
You can also listen to the valve which is
inside the CO2 Jet. When the power is
supplied, the valve will open and a loud
clicking noise is heard.
2.
The CO2 Jet will be activated directly as
soon as it is connected to a 230V power
source.
Use a 230V on/off switch controller
between the main power supply and the
CO2 Jet and make sure the switch is in
the OFF position.
Now connect the controller to a 230V
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To control the CO2 Jet, push the 230V
switch on the controller in the ON
position.
The valve inside the CO2 Jet will open
immediately and the CO2 will come out of
the CO2 Jet.
As soon as the 230V switch is in the OFF
position the valve will close and the effect
will stop.
Use a MAGICFX® Effect’Ivator as
controller.
To control by DMX, use a DMX Switch
Pack.
4.
If everything works as described above,
you can open the CO2 bottles.
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12. TURNING OFF
Turn off the CO2 Jet as follows:
When there is no gas left inside the hoses
and the rest pressure is gone, remove the
CO2 hose by a wrench.
3.
Activate the CO2 Jet again to make sure
all gas and pressure remaining in the
hoses will be gone.
2.
Close the CO2 bottle.
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Disconnect the controller and the power
cable from the power supply.
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13. TROUBLESHOOTING
- The CO2 Jet is leaking gas.
Check is the hose is connected tight enough to the CO2 Jet. Try to fasten it more tightly by using a
wrench to stop the leaking.
- The CO2 bottle is leaking gas.
Check if the manual adapter is connected well to the CO2 bottle. Use a wrench to connect it more
tightly to stop the leaking. If this doesn’t solve the problem, close the CO2 bottle, make sure all
gas is removed out of the hose by activating the CO2 Jet. Now disconnect the manual adapter
from the CO2 bottle and check if the rubber sealing ring is still there and if it is not damaged.
Replacing the sealing ring will stop the leakage.
- I hear the CO2 Jet producing gas by a sizzling noise but there is no white smoke plume
visible.
Probably you are not using the right CO2cylinder. Connect a cylinder with liquid CO2 equipped
with a dip pipe to the CO2 Jet. In rare cases the dip pipe can be broken. Replace the cylinder and
notify your gas supplier about the defect.
- The CO2 Jet still does not work after troubleshooting
Always contact your dealer or the MAGIC FX technical department if you have any doubts or
questions about the operation of or other issues related to the CO2 Jet.
14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
and weight
Length:
195mm (12.2”)
Width:
150mm (14.96”)
Height:
130mm (11.61”)
Weight:
2,85 Kg (21,5lbs.)
Power
Input:
AC 230V~50-60Hz
Output:
AC 230V~50-60Hz
Consumption:
20W
Fuse:
AC 230V~50-60Hz
CO2
Input:
Liquid CO2
Output:
CO2Gas
Consumption:
0,5 Kg/s (1.1 lbs/s)
15. MAINTENANCE
To prolong the life of the CO2 Jet for as long as possible, you must regularly clean it and test that it
functions properly.
Regardless of the reason, contact MAGIC FX if the CO2 Jet does not work properly
DANGER WARNING:
Never replace parts yourself. Always consult MAGIC FX when needed.
16. GUARANTEE
The MAGIC FX CO2 Jet has a 3 year factory guarantee.
-The guarantee is annulled should the CO2 Jet be used for purposes other than intended or for
applications that are not listed in the manual.
-The guarantee is annulled should the device be used incorrectly or in a manner contrary to its
instructions.
-The guarantee is annulled if the device is altered without the permission of its supplier.