Magicfx MFX1150 User manual

PRODUCT CODE : MFX1150
VERSION : 1.0
DATE : 03.05.2013

User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Dominator
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1. CONGRATULATIONS!
You have bought a great new product from MAGICFX®.
MAGIC FX is a Dutch manufacturer of professional special effects machines and equipment. We have
been experts in special effects since our establishment in 1995. All our products are made under the
brand name MAGICFX® which by now has acquired a great reputation on account of its quality and
reliability. All products are made in accordance with the European Machinery Directive. MAGIC FX
manages the entire production process in-house, from the design stages and prototyping to
production. In short, we cover everything from concept to ready-to-use product.
Moreover, MAGIC FX is Europe's largest supplier of high-quality and fireproof confetti products and
streamers. Thanks to our very large stock levels, we can deliver quickly and at low prices.
MAGICFX® is used by special effects professionals all over the world and our products are distributed
through a dealer network which covers more than 80 countries.
Congratulations and enjoy your purchase!

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2. CE MARKING
PLEASE NOTE:
We presume that you, your employees and others who use or come
into contact with the machine are familiar with how the machine must
be dealt with. This includes the correct use, maintenance and repair of
the machine as described in this user manual. This also means that the
employees are familiar with the use of machines through training or
experience.
DANGER WARNING:
Only use the CO2 Dominator in accordance with the regulations and
instructions in this manual. Consult MAGIC FX in case of doubt.
Disclaimers:
MAGIC FX B.V. excludes liability for unsafe situations, accidents and damage that are the result of:
- Disregard for the warnings or regulations as set out on the CO2 Dominator or in this
documentation.
- Use for other purposes or under other circumstances than those set out in this documentation.
- Alterations to the CO2 Dominator. This also includes the use of replacement parts other than the
original ones.
- Insufficient maintenance.
- Unauthorised removal of safety caps and/or safeguards.
- Incompetent operation of the machine.
MAGIC FX B.V. is not liable for any consequential loss in the event of a CO2 Dominator breakdown.
© Copyright 2012
All rights are reserved. Nothing from this manual may be duplicated, or kept in an automated data file,
or made public, or in any form or manner, whether electronically, mechanically, by photocopying, by
incorporation, or in any other manner duplicated without the permission of MAGIC FX B.V.
MAGIC FX at all times retains the right to make alterations without the direct knowledge of the client.
The contents of this user manual can also be changed.
Please contact the technical department of your supplier for extra information with regard to, for
example, maintenance and repair. This user manual has been drawn up with the utmost care. MAGIC
FX cannot be held responsible for any mistakes made in this publication or for any consequences
thereof.

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3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(according to Annex II.1.A of the Machinery Directive)
Concerning the Machinery Directive.
We; MAGIC FX B.V.
Schouwrooij 27
5281 RE Boxtel
The Netherlands
State under personal responsibility:
We are the manufacturer of the product:
MFX1150 - MAGICFX®CO2 Dominator
to which this statement relates and which is in accordance with the provisions of the following
Directive(s):
- Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
- Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
- EMC Directive 2004/108/EG
- Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC
The following harmonising standards have been applied:
- NEN-EN-ISO 12100
- NEN-EN-ISO 60204-1
Place : Boxtel
Date : 18-10-2012
Name: MAGIC FX
Director: B. Veroude

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4. FOREWORD
This manual describes the MAGICFX® CO2 Dominator. The information in this manual is important for
the proper and safe functioning of the CO2 Dominator. If you are not familiar with the installation,
operation, preventative maintenance etc. of the CO2 Dominator then please read this user manual
carefully from beginning to end. MAGIC FX also insists that all new users (operators, installers,
maintenance workers and cleaners) receive a training course in which this user manual can serve as a
starting point.
MAGIC FX advises that the original of this user manual, including appendices, is kept at a safe and
central place. It is best that another original or copy is kept close to the CO2 Dominator at the
workplace.
If you are familiar with these matters, then you can use this manual as a work of reference.
The following standard markings are used in this manual for drawing attention to certain subjects or
actions.
TIP:
Gives you suggestions and advice regarding easier or more
convenient ways to carry out certain tasks.
PLEASE NOTE:
A comment with additional information: alerts you to certain problems.
CAUTION:
The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures
carefully.
DANGER WARNING:
You can get (seriously) hurt if you do not carefully carry out the
procedures.

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CONTENTS
1. CONGRATULATIONS!.................................................................................... 1
2. CE MARKING................................................................................................... 2
3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................. 3
4. FOREWORD .................................................................................................... 4
5. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 6
5.1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE CO2 DOMINATOR........................................ 6
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES............................................................................................... 6
6. SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 7
6.1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 7
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES................................................................................................... 7
6.3 WARNINGS............................................................................................................................. 8
7. PARTS ........................................................................................................... 10
8. ACCESSOIRES.............................................................................................. 11
9. PREPARATIONS ........................................................................................... 11
10. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 12
11. USAGE........................................................................................................... 17
12. SWITCHING OFF........................................................................................... 18
13. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 19
14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................... 19
15. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 20
16. GUARANTEE................................................................................................. 20

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5. INTRODUCTION
5.1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE CO2 DOMINATOR
The CO2 Dominator is intended to electronically blow white smoke plumes of CO2from a distance. As
soon as the CO2leaves the cylinder through the CO2 Dominator’s secured high-pressure hoses, it
converts into gas. This formation of gas is accompanied by a strong hissing sound and a solid white
plume of smoke will be visible. The length of this plume is on average 8 metres. This depends on the
air humidity: in case of a high degree of air humidity, the smoke plume will be larger and in case of a
low degree of air humidity it will be smaller.
The CO2 Dominator must be connected to a carbon dioxide (CO2) cylinder with dip pipe.
Any use other than that described above excludes your supplier from any liability.
The CO2 Dominator has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can be used safely.
This applies to the application, the circumstances and the regulations as described in this
documentation. Reading this documentation and the following instructions are therefore necessary for
everyone who is authorised to work with the CO2 Dominator.
5.2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES
De volgende onderdelen horen bij de CO2 Dominator:
Table 5.1
Manual
MFX0308 –Power cable
4 CO2 Cylinders (with dip pipe)
High pressure hose 3/4
MFX1154 –Distribution block
High pressure hose 3/8

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6. SAFETY
6.1 INTRODUCTION
The CO2 Dominator has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can be used safely.
This applies to the use, the circumstances and the regulations as described in this documentation.
Reading this documentation and following the instructions are therefore necessary for everyone who is
authorised to work with the CO2 Dominator.
The CO2 Dominator must be placed and used in surroundings that preferably:
- Have a reasonably stable temperature of between 0 and 30ºC.
- Have a relative humidity degree of no more than 75%.
- Are reasonably free of dust, corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours.
- Are not situated in the vicinity of a source of vibration.
6.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
- Ensure that children, unauthorised persons and animals cannot obtain access to the CO2
Dominator!
- Safety devices may not be removed or disabled.
- All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly.
- Ensure sufficient lighting of the surroundings.
- Keep the workplace clean.
- Only authorised persons may carry out work with the CO2 Dominator.

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6.3 WARNINGS
Warning texts have been attached to the CO2 Dominator. With regard to these the following rules
apply:
- These texts may not be removed or damaged. The operator must regularly check if this is the
case.
- The operator must ensure that the texts are and remain clearly visible and legible.
WAARSCHUWING VOOR GEVAAR:
Indien er teksten of pictogrammen ontbreken, beschadigd zijn of slecht
leesbaar, dient men dit te vervangen.
Sign and explanation
PIC 307 High voltage
A warning must be given about the machine’s
high voltage by using the caution sign PIC 307.
This sign must be attached to the CO2
Dominator. See also the added photo.
Photo
Sign and explanation
PIC 616 Follow the instructions
The operator must be told that he/she may only
operate the CO2 Dominator after reading the
user manual.
A warning is given for this by means of the
command sign of PIC 616. This sign should be
attached to the type sign. See also the photo.
Photo

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Sign and explanation
PIC 323 Low temperatures
In case of low temperatures a low temperature
warning must be issued by means of warning
sign 323.
This is attached to the top of the CO2
Dominator.
Photo